NHL predictions and rankings - January 12, 2020
Here are updates of predictions for the 2019-20 NHL season and power ranking.To learn about my model, check this post. The next update will be in two weeks.
Predictions for the 2019-20 season
The Lightnings have won ten straight games are surging to the top. The probablity the Canadiens will make the playoffs are down to practically zero.
Table 1: Predictions for end of season standings in the NHL
Power ranking
The Lightnings are currently the top team. It’s not just that they have won ten straight (against relatively weak teams), it’s how they have won those games by dominating some of their oponents. The Canadiens lost 8 games in a row, before winning in overtime against the Senators, but did not drop in the ranking because they keep on loosing close games.
Table 2: Power ranking of NHL teams