NHL Power Rankings: Which Metro Teams Are Poised for a Shocking Leap This Season?
9. Philadelphia Flyers, 15-8-3
Last week: 14
Sean: 9
Dom: 9
It’s tough to imagine Trevor Zegras’ first 26 games in Philly going any better. He’s been a point-per-game player, producing more, scoring more and driving play more effectively than he ever did with the Ducks. He’s helped turn the power play into a functional one, with 11 points there. He’s one of the best shootout performers in the league. Time to talk extension.
10. Anaheim Ducks, 16-10-1
Last week: 6
Sean: 10
Dom: 8
We’ve already gassed up Leo Carlsson enough. Time to throw some flowers at Cutter Gauthier. His production dipped a bit in November, but he’s heating back up, with three goals in his last five games, and he’s still shooting the puck at a high rate; his 14 shots per 60 is second in the league, behind only Brady Tkachuk. The Ducks have scored 28 times with him on the ice at five-on-five, best on the team, and his defensive metrics are good enough to make it stand up.
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