NHL Power Rankings: Team Rankings 2024

This week’s NHL power rankings see teams like the Stars, Rangers, and Bruins at the top of the list (and having some of the best Stanley Cup odds), while teams like the Avalanche, Panthers, and Flyers have dropped.

Let’s now dive into this week’s power rankings.

NHL Power Rankings 2024

1. Rangers

The Rangers officially became the first team to make it to the second round, completing their sweep of the Washington Capitals on Sunday. They simply dominated the Capitals in this series, outsourcing them 15-7 in the series. From here, the Blueshirts are going to be a tough team to beat. 

4. Bruins

The Bruins have been performing marvelous against the Maple Leafs in this series. They currently have a commanding 3-1 series lead, and the play of Jeremy Swayman has been a huge reason behind it. The Alaska native has a .956 SV% and a 1.34 GAA in his three winning starts. 

9. Stars

The Stars have been dealt a brutal hand in the first round, as they have to face the reigning Stanley Cup champs, the Vegas Golden Knights. Vegas has outplayed the Stars, as they have a 2-1 series lead. The Stars need to pick up their play if they want to avoid being upset in the first round. 

11. Jets 

The Jets are in trouble. They are down 3-1 to the Avalanche and have been outplayed entirely. Connor Hellebuyck’s struggles are the main reason for Winnipeg being in such a bad spot. The Vezina Trophy candidate has dropped the ball over the club’s first four playoff games, posting a 5.22 GAA and .870 SV%. They will be eliminated if he does not turn things around. 

13. Maple Leafs

The first round has not treated the Maple Leafs kindly. They are on the verge of losing the first round again if they don’t pick up their play immediately. Luck has not been on their side, either, as William Nylander missed the first three games of the series, while Auston Matthews is now dealing with an illness.