NHL predictions and rankings - February 13, 2022
It’s sad not to see NHL players at the Olympics. It was the best thing about the winter Olympics between 1998 and 2014. Hopefully, we’ll see the NHL back in 2026.
Predictions for the 2021-22 season
The Avalanche is on top, not too surprisingly. The Maple Leafs have dropped to the fourth spot. The Flames have the best odds of winning the Cup after playing very well lately.
Table 1: Predictions for end of season standings in the NHL
Power ranking
Surprise, the Flames are at the top spot. They’ve been playing well lately, even beating the Maple Leafs. They have a the best defense in the league, and their offense is fifth.
Table 2: Power ranking of NHL teams