Predictions for the 2022-23 season

Will the Bruins beat the 1976-77 Canadiens record of 132 points? The odds are pretty good as their expected number of points is 131.56.

The top 12 teams now have 100% probability of making the playoffs. Only 5 teams are officially in the playoffs (Bruins, Maple Leafs, Hurricanes, Devils and Rangers). 10 teams have zero chance of making the playoffs while 6 teams are mathematically out of the playoffs (Canadiens, Blue Jackets, Coyotes, Black Hawks, Ducks and Sharks).

The Maple Leafs and the Lightning will meet in the first round. Currently, the odds favour the Maple Leafs to win that series 2 to 1. It’s hard to bet against the Lightning and not against the Maple Leafs though.

Table 1: Predictions for end of season standings in the NHL

Power ranking

The Bruins are the top team, no surprise, again. The Oilers are finishing the season strong and are fourth the power ranking.

Table 2: Power ranking of NHL teams