NHL Power Rankings Shake-Up: Why the Wild’s Top 5 Surge Could Change the Playoff Race Forever
8. Washington Capitals, 13-9-2
Last week: 8
Sean: 8
Dom: 8
It would be fair to call Matt Roy’s first season in Washington a tad disappointing. Roy looked like a premier defensive defenseman in his final season with Los Angeles, but was closer to ordinary with Washington. That’s not ideal for a player making $6.5 million per season, but Roy is making up for it in Year 2. He’s been a beast and ranks fifth in Defensive Rating.
9. Ottawa Senators, 12-7-4
Last week: 13
Sean: 9
Dom: 9
Should you be sold on the Sens as a legit contender just yet? Not really. Still, Michael Amadio fits the profile of a Guy Who Helps A Good Team — he’s popped in seven goals from the bottom six (1.08 per 60) and leads the team with an expected goal share over 60 percent.
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