2025-26 NHL Power Rankings: 1-32 team

This season, teams have made significant moves in the offseason, signing impact players and rebuilding their rosters, making this year’s Power Rankings a must-have for fans to track contenders and dark-horse challengers. From the reigning Stanley Cup champions to teams in rebuilding mode, here are the Power Rankings for teams 1-32. Let’s see which franchises are poised to dominate the ice this year.

1. Florida Panthers
The Panthers re-signed key players Aaron Ekblad, Sam Bennett, and Brad Marchand after another Stanley Cup run.

2. Edmonton Oilers
The Oilers aim to improve their goaltending and maintain Connor McDavid’s dominance.

3. Dallas Stars
New coach Glen Gulutzan leads the Stars in the first full season of the Mikko Rantanen Era.

4. Carolina Hurricanes
Nikolaj Ehlers joins the Hurricanes, adding impact to Rod Brind’Amour’s system.

5. Vegas Golden Knights
Mitch Marner joins Vegas, creating opportunities and salary cap challenges.

6. Winnipeg Jets
Jonathan Toews brings experience to a team that won the Presidents’ Trophy last season.

7. Colorado Avalanche
Brock Nelson strengthens the Avalanche’s second-line center depth.

8. Toronto Maple Leafs
Matthew Knies addition keeps the Leafs competitive in their quest for another Stanley Cup.

9. Washington Capitals
Alex Ovechkin begins the season three goals away from 900 in his Hall of Fame career.

10. Tampa Bay Lightning
The Lightning extend Yanni Gourde and Gage Goncalves to maintain scoring depth.

11. Los Angeles Kings
The Kings added veteran depth to strengthen their roster for the season.

12. Minnesota Wild
Vladimir Tarasenko could provide scoring impact for the Wild this season.

13. New Jersey Devils
Re-signing Jake Allen gives the Devils stability in goal while building for the future.

14. St. Louis Blues
The Blues had a quiet offseason following last year’s playoff appearance.

15. Ottawa Senators
Re-signing Claude Giroux adds veteran leadership to a young Senators roster.

16. Montreal Canadiens
Noah Dobson signs an eight-year deal to anchor Montreal’s defense.

17. New York Rangers
Mike Sullivan takes over as head coach, adding defenseman Vladislav Gavrikov.

18. Calgary Flames
The Flames focus on internal growth and developing young talent.

19. Utah Mammoth
Key acquisitions include JJ Peterka, Nate Schmidt, and Brandon Tanev.

20. Detroit Red Wings
Veteran goalie John Gibson joins to strengthen Detroit’s playoff push.

21. Vancouver Canucks
New coach Adam Foote and addition of Evander Kane highlight offseason changes.

22. Columbus Blue Jackets
Depth moves like Charlie Coyle and Miles Wood improve playoff chances.

23. New York Islanders
GM Mathieu Darche adds young talent and X-factor forward Jonathan Drouin.

24. Anaheim Ducks
Chris Kreider and Mikael Granlund join to support the Ducks’ playoff ambitions.

25. Boston Bruins
Drafting center James Hagens strengthens the Bruins’ future depth.

26. Buffalo Sabres
The Sabres continue rebuilding after trading JJ Peterka to Utah.

27. Philadelphia Flyers
New coach Rick Tocchet and the acquisition of Trevor Zegras highlight changes.

28. Seattle Kraken
Additions include Mason Marchment and Ryan Lindgren for long-term success.

29. Nashville Predators
New signings and a trade for Nicolas Hague improve team depth.

30. Pittsburgh Penguins
GM Kyle Dubas focuses on prospects while veteran core faces uncertain futures.

31. San Jose Sharks
The Sharks add veterans Dmitry Orlov and John Klingberg while developing Michael Misa.

32. Chicago Blackhawks
Connor Bedard’s contract extension is the biggest move for Chicago’s young roster.