NHL predictions and rankings - February 16, 2023
The All-Star game is behind us and we are on the last stretch of the season. Let’s see which teams will trade to improve and which teams will trade to tank.
Predictions for the 2022-23 season
The Bruins are still on top but it’s been a bit more difficult lately. Their probability of winning the Cup has dropped below 50%. The Rangers have been playing very well and they are now the second favourite to win the Cup, although far behind the Bruins. The Blackhawks are expected to finish last and I really hope they do not win the lottery.
Table 1: Predictions for end of season standings in the NHL
Power ranking
Again, it’s the Bruins and then the rest. The top four teams are from the Eastern Conference.
Table 2: Power ranking of NHL teams