NHL Power Rankings for January 6th, 2024

There are a few big movers this week, and I get the feeling there will be a few next week as well.
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[@cbdcheeseburger7659]

Kucherov single handedly carries the bolts. It’s insane. Without him they’re a bottom 5 team in the league.

[@bodhithomas5684]

Ngl, he’s pretty much the only reason I watch every game still. He’s dominant almost every game and even in his worst games he’s still pretty good.

[@poejavelski148]

Ya the Bolts are so washed now. Delusional fans still cling on to 2021 and act as if Vasy, Hedman, etc are still those players. Lightning also have no depth, whereas their cup teams had that fire line of Coleman, Goodrow, and Gourde.

[@bodhithomas5684]

@@poejavelski148Hedman is still 3rd in scoring among Dmen, and Vasi had a back surgery, which would fuck anyone up. Depth is a big problem tho

[@poejavelski148]

@@bodhithomas5684 True I do still think those 2 are good players, but they have visibly declined compared to 2+ years ago. This team is officially done with cup contention, and may now be a question of if they are even playoff contenders.

[@TheBoyer19]

With the players Tampa had to shed after the cup wins, you could probably build a really solid team

[@alastairclarke]

Nice to see the Jets getting cred. So many analysts have said, “Geez, I never thought of the Jets before. It seems they have a good team” Ugh. HNIC is awful. They only want to talk about the Leafs or eastern teams. Go ✈️!

[@WinnipegOne177]

Facts. The Jets got that rizz that have people turn heads. No cap.

[@skatingfan7885]

Shannon had mentioned Winnerpeg months ago. He said that there are good players in this team and it proves he is right👍

[@ingetout]

As a Jets fan, I get why because they were strong in previous years but this season feels different. Their previous issues came from bad D and potential locker room cancers but it looks like those issues have been fixed. It’s really hard to find a weakness this year especially since they’ve tightened up their power play in the last few games.

[@mystro402]

@@ingetout all they needed was to send Wheeler packing. Now look at em.

[@neeltheother2342]

@@WinnipegOne177 on god fr

[@TheSobeysworker]

It brings me so much joy to see my Jets at #1 and know that they're playing like they deserve to be there. This is in stark contrast to last year where I saw them winning games but Bowness was always asked how he's going to beat structure into them when not listening is winning games. You could see they were sloppy and were out-scoring their many, MANY mistakes. Helle was stealing games left and right as well. We didn't deserve to be so high up at this time last year. We deserve it this year as the team is playing as a complete unit, not a bunch of individuals.

[@neithermanc1]

Interesting to see that so far the DuBois trade has been a win for the Jets.

[@TheSobeysworker]

I was glad when PLD left. The guy could go beast mode absolutely. However, when it counted most, he was taking costly penalties in the playoffs constantly. That was when I decided we'd be better off without him. A few is fine, but he had plenty and that was just first round

[@FischerFan]

@@TheSobeysworker They unloaded Dubois and bought out Blake Wheeler. The latter did not owe the team anything. Re-signing Hellebuyck and Scheifele have proven to be astute moves by team management in that they did not believe in unloading all the key players and starting all over again. A gradual transition is always a better strategy. Fifty years ago in Montreal, Henri Richard was team captain and Guy Lafleur was still finding his stride. Management's patience soon paid off.

[@MovieBuff404]

I deal with a lot of mental health issues, I have PTSD, BPD and OCD to name a few, watching your videos brings me comfort when my flashbacks are persistently pestering me where I can’t got sleep or my obsession pestering me all day/night, I love coming to watch your videos, sports in general really is just a great way to bring myself comfort

[@Kurdem03]

Kris Knobs is the first rookie to record two 7+ game winning streaks in just 25 games as a bench boss. Thats wild... and scary 😳

[@budstik]

Pretty low ranking from the Canucks homer. Knoblauch setting records as a new coach.

[@thatbzguy916]

​@@budstikHe's always moved the Oilers slowly, it's understandable given the start this year but even THG said during the blurb he can't keep them out of the top row much longer.

[@mcjesus6524]

⁠​⁠@@thatbzguy916 getting tougher to defend the rankings when the oilers have beaten 3 teams from the top row on their current win streak alone haha. Philly has 2 wins in their last 8 and is above the oilers who they lost to last week..

[@JonSnuh]

​@thatbzguy916 maybe they Crack the top row when they get a 3rd 7 game win streak

[@thatbzguy916]

@@JonSnuh at that point I'd start to question his integrity haha. I've been watching THG from the beginning, Edmonton being to low (as of right now), the Islanders being too high among other questionable decisions have always popped up throughout the rankings every season. THG still one of the most consistent and thought out rankings out of the majority who make them. Something to be said about never making a knee jerk reaction on a weekly basis. If we're being completely honest about Edmonton, they just cracked the Wild Card spot for the first time this season. Any sort of losing streak now and the goal will once again be get back to the playoff line. Keep winning and they start to shoot past all the teams ahead of them in the standings + power rankings.

[@gingersnap3736]

Jets having a great road trip …maybe because they brought their Dads along. When KC got injured, people thought they would spiral into a losing streak. BUT other players took up the slack and all lines began contributing. Ehlers has found his footing on that top line …Nino is clicking with Lowry and Appy…and the biggest surprise is the MAD line ( Morgan, Alex, Dom ) Having Helly playing well along with a solid backup in Brossoit make this team the whole package right now.. Maybe Winterpeg can be Winnerpeg in the near future!! 🙏🙏🥳

[@skatingfan7885]

Love the “Winnerpeg”❤

[@dennybarlau8065]

The war has just begun, being kaprizov has two broken ribs from two cross checks, we could see both teams fighting the whole game, much like Boston Minnesota Melee in 1981

[@alastairclarke]

Winnerpeg. Sweet. Bombers would agree

[@gingersnap3736]

@@dennybarlau8065 You could be right. Although Perfetti just came away with some stitches, Jets certainly haven’t forgot the unnecessary hit Hartman made on Ehlers last year. He didn’t play the rest of the playoffs because of that hit. Although Dillon didn’t mean to break ribs, crosschecks happen every game to someone. What I do know is the Jets FANS already have the chants prepared. February is gonna be a LOUD one.

[@carsi7282]

I see the coaching staff is using these games against the weaker teams as 'experiment' games. Trying different line combos, allowing players freedom to try different plays, expand their skill set. The Jets don't run up the scores to pad personal stats. Plus I wouldn't be too surprised if they use it to assess opposition players in a trade scenario or off-season signings that would work in their team system.

[@andrewgreen815]

One good thing with the Kyle Connor injury. He will be well rested and fresh for the playoffs and should be in Jets game shape. lol

[@tequila6306]

What a start for Knoblauch, the Oilers are on fire right now!

[@PoolNoodleGundam]

Gimme the Knob

[@collinrothwell8532]

Didn't Montreal beat the rangers in a very well played game ?

[@collinrothwell8532]

St. Louis beat Vancouver as well . I'm surprised they didn't move up mote and caps down

[@PaidShills]

15-3 in their last 18. I would argue Shannon is a little harsh holding them at 13 after that, but he’s right, they have a lot of making up to do for that brutal start.

[@collinrothwell8532]

I hate tge Bruins but the should be higher ( just my opinion )

[@Redwing47]

I agree that you were to hard on Detroit,the team seems to have confidence in Lyon. They were down 2 goals in the 1st. 5 min. against LA and they didn’t quit. The only concern I have is over working Lyon,but next week they have a light schedule. The big test is the Oilers on Thursday.

[@ZackWyrick]

Agreed. Went 2-1 this week before the Sunday game, and we drop like 5 spots on his ‘power rankings’

[@CaptainFordo21]

@@ZackWyrickboo hoo.

[@fredirecko]

for the hockey guy, detroit is a team that is very easy for him to drop down the power rankings and it takes a lot of pressure for him to raise them back up.

[@arnoldb4526]

Paul Maurice panthers vs his former team. Wow what a storyline for a Stanley cup final. Proof we live in a simulation.

[@michaelcopper613]

Won't happen this year that's for sure! Panthers can't make it that far again until they get some younger offensive depth 😹

[@OWlsfordshire]

@@michaelcopper613 They have the 2nd highest goal scorer in the league and also a high contender for the Selke lol.

[@michaelcopper613]

@@OWlsfordshire Pretty sure Tkachuk isn't 2nd overall like he was last year. LMAO

[@awwwshucks443]

Their offensive depth is fine. Top two lines each have someone on leave for 40 goals. Their third line is missing finish but I think that's just a matter of time really.

[@michaelcopper613]

@@awwwshucks443 What about Bob, you think he can be a world beater 2 playoffs in a row? They'll probably need that too

[@danikasmith5487]

A Florida vs jets final would be so much fun to watch. Plus the coach history. But doughtful

[@todddavis5433]

All these salty comments because you disagree with another mans opinion on a made up list that has no impact on the league. If you want to cry about where your team is then make your own list

[@fredirecko]

who could understand salty comments better than you? lol

[@bigbaderic4843]

I have to agree with the others who are confused by the Wings dropping two spots this week. They’ve gone 2-1 since last week’s power rankings. They had to grind out those wins, so maybe that has something to do with it, but I feel like that’s enough to at least stay where they were.

[@leechap3]

Sometimes it's not what a team does as much as what the teams beneath them do.

[@mattl2642]

They're 1 point behind tampa with 2 games in hand 😂

[@leechap3]

@@mattl2642 That's standings, power rankings are usually reflected in the standings but they are not based on them.

[@klompsauce]

He doesn’t like Detroit

[@DrinkingBird69]

I don't think he dislikes the wings... I think it's just other teams moving up. I will say it's a bit weird to see them 6 slots back of Tampa with 2 GIH 1 point back and a much better goal differential on the season. The issues of December greatly hinge on Lyon getting hurt after he started to play well, Husso getting hurt right after and us running our 3rd and 4th string goalies in tandem for 4 weeks. Husso is having a brutal season but if Lyon continues playing >.900 hockey I think the wings get into the playoffs. It's a big if but the offense is near the top of the league if we get some goaltending I think the team can get to a wild card spot. I don't pay too much attention to the week by week power rankings. Most of their placement here is a result of a crap December. If they can win tonight and leave the West Coast trip with a winning record and come back and get consistent tending we will get in there.

[@blueredlover1060]

Jets and Panthers for an old Southeast division rivalry series? I'm down for that.

[@FischerFan]

No thanks, I'd rather see the Jets play the Bruins, Rangers, or Flyers. Get the Cup back into hockey country.

[@petergaudet4721]

The fact that the NHL left the Atlanta Jets in the Southeast division for any period of time is a joke.

[@jadenn216]

@@FischerFanboring the Panthers deserve a cup those other teams there are pretty boring tbh

[@FischerFan]

@@jadenn216 Florida is not hockey country. Besides, I have no use for any player named Tkachuk.

[@ZachBarger]

​@@FischerFancry harder. The Eastern Conference runs through Sunrise this year.

[@akamoofossa4749]

My week 13 Power Rankings based on tracking how I think teams play throughout the ENTIRE season: 1. Canucks ↔️ 2. Jets ⬆️ (3-2) 3. Kings ⬇️ (2-3) 4. Bruins ⬆️ (6-4) 5. Panthers ⬆️ (9-5) ⭐️ 6. Rangers ⬇️ (4-6) 7. Avalanche ↔️ 8. Golden Knights ⬇️ (5-8) 9. Stars ⬇️ (8-9) 10. Oilers ⬆️ (13-10) 11. Hurricanes ⬆️ (14-11) 12. Maple Leafs ⬆️ (15-12) 13. Penguins ⬇️ (10-13) 14. Flyers ⬇️ (11-14) 15. Red Wings ⬆️ (16-15) 16. Coyotes ⬇️ (12-16) 17. Predators ↔️ 18. Devils ⬆️ (19-18) 19. Wild ⬇️ (18-19) 20. Islanders ⬆️ (21-20) 21. Kraken ⬆️ (25-21) ⭐️ 22. Lightning ↔️ 23. Flames ⬆️ (24-23) 24. Senators ⬇️ (20-24) 25. Blues ⬇️ (23-25) 26. Sabres ↔️ 27. Capitals ↔️ 28. Blue Jackets ↔️ 29. Canadiens ↔️ 30. Ducks ↔️ 31. Blackhawks ↔️ 32. Sharks ↔️ For those who don’t know, the ⭐️ is for the team(s) that moved up the most. Like THG says it’s not based on the standings whatsoever, just how I personally think teams have played throughout the whole year. With that there was no movement in the bottom of my standings which is weird for that many teams to not move; however I will address having the Capitals that low, last week I got a little bit of flak for having them here but like THG said they win games they have no right winning, and the rankings aren’t just about winning, I personally think all the other teams above them have played better than them even if their records don’t show it. Most of the rankings are similar or close to THG but I will point out some that I disagree with: I personally don’t think the Flyers have been playing like a top 8 team in the nhl especially in rankings based on current play since they’ve been mediocre in their last 10 going 4-3-3, I will say that most of those games ever close but they weren’t against the top teams, they played tight games against bad or middling teams for the most part so I personally don’t see them that high but I’m sure I’ve done that with teams too. I also don’t think Carolina has shown enough to climb that high on the rankings, I haven’t been as high on them as THG most of the season but there are so many more teams that have proved great play throughout this entire season where as the Hurricanes had been struggling a little bit, although I will say that they are looking a lot better and seem to be on their way back to the top, I just think it was a bit of a leap for them to jump 5 spots. And my final disagreement is about the Red Wings and the Coyotes, really think that from what these teams have shown they are at least contenders for the playoffs and that they are better than their record says, I know their records have gotten a worse over the last bit and they have been falling on my rankings I just think where they are is low, but I can understand it when I look at the standings. Maybe I’m seeing too much with these teams but I guess we will find out. Anyhow that is my power rankings, I know people will disagree and that’s fine, don’t have to be a jerk or anything because of it, but yeah I’m just putting it out there. Thanks, great video too!! Keep up the the great work

[@captbloodbeard]

I like your take on the rankings. I especially think your analysis on Detroit is correct. After the win tonight against Anaheim, they are now back in possession of WC spot. THG having a team that was 1 point out a WC spot with 2 games in hand being in the bottom row, and dropping 2 spots after winning 3 out of their last 4 is beyond bizarre, especially if you watched all of those games and saw just how well they had played.

[@bluelinetrader]

Wings win 3 out of 4 including the Kings on the road and they drop to the bottom row. Sacre bleu!

[@maxfish4270]

One a shootout. Another against the league worst team. Only 1 win in the 4 before that.

[@captbloodbeard]

@@maxfish4270 But the loss to Boston they played extremely well and it was Swayman that gave B the win. Good goaltending efforts by both teams against the Kings, and holding their own (Detroit won the shooting metrics like high-danger chances, shots off the rush, etc and I think possession too, LA just threw a million shots at Detroit from the outside) and getting a W against a Cup contender, and you think they should move down? Going back to the losses after Christmas, Detroit also held their own. The wins for their opponents did not come easy and could have gone either way. They weren't playing losing hockey like they had been since that Dec 7th loss to San Jose. I know the win tonight doesn't count, but Detroit sweeping the Cali trip goes to show that moving them down when they played this well is definitely a mistake. They now hold a WC spot with a game in hand over TB, and were definitely a top 16 team over the past week.

[@wtcwtc9861]

Your analysis is superb. Keep up the good work !

[@willington-r9b]

Wow, there are a TON of teams that are playing great hockey right now. Of course there are a few teams that would be considered the 'top' contenders, but there must be almost another dozen where you could easily make the case that they'd be capable of making a run.

[@JadensRedemption]

I am picturing you in a GM’s office giving this info. Thanks for sharing your hard work, knowledge and experience with us. Keep up the good work!

[@PeterNorthsLeftTesticle]

You'll never get on SportsNet or TSN giving the Jets credit like that.

[@justinmiller5660]

Or the panthers.

[@skatingfan7885]

Sportsnet is not worth watching. The commentators and writers just focus on 2-3 Canadian teams, they have no clue how other teams play.

[@VGK2017]

Yup I agree with VGK placement. Much needed win tonight so hopefully they can start a point streak again. Lukas Cormier had a good debut game picking up an assist. VGK are dealing with lots of injuries atm but it’s no excuse for their poor play. Teams will go through that every year. GKG

[@StinkfaceMcPew]

This felt like a really fast power ranking, I like it

[@taskdon769]

Maybe Taylor Hall will be ended up playing with another first overall pick next season. So far that he has played with Nugent-Hopkins, Yakupov, McDavid, Hischier, Dahlin, Jack Hughes, and Bedard...

[@Chaosmite]

How the wings went down when they didn’t lose any games last week? Especially with one of them is kings. Not saying they have to move up, considered how they won their games, but down?

[@Razahoo7]

Yea I was thinking after they beat the Kings they would at least move up 1 but to move down is ridiculous.

[@frequentsee3815]

Probably just an oversight. 32 teams is a lot to balance. Gotta wait until next vid

[@jefflarson1652]

They lost to Boston. They beat San Jose. They beat LA in a shootout where they got outshot 43-27. I might have dropped Minnesota past them, but they went down because Calgary jumped over them.

[@mattl2642]

Y​ou can throw 100 turds at the net. Doesn't matter if 0 go in 😂. And I'd argue that they greatly outplayed Boston on New years eve. Just couldn't beat swayman.

[@Razahoo7]

@@jefflarson1652 Kings shot a bunch of softies. They got out chanced when it came to quality shots. Wings are always about quality over quantity.

[@Gundams33d00]

Lets go Ottawa! Really Earning that Rating!

[@justinioanitescu6738]

Shoutout Sam Reinhart and Carter Verhaeghe-Isles Fan

[@SamStaticc]

Ayyy ❤

[@chrishalter6106]

Oilers at 13... umm no. I would slot them closer to 5.

[@maxfish4270]

December was a relatively easy schedule for the Oilers and losses to Tampa Bay, Florida, New York Isles mute their better wins.

[@nerinamak3298]

The loser point really skew the record of some mediocre teams, hate it. Too many teams don't even try to win late in games. The NHL need to go to the 3,2,1 point system to encourage teams to win in regulation.

[@captbloodbeard]

But if they did that, Toronto would be out of the playoffs. 🤣

[@nerinamak3298]

@@captbloodbeard A lot of teams are looking forward to playing the Leafs in the playoffs but only one lucky team will.

[@Fatazz]

I liked the board where it was because of the tree. It seemed bigger.

[@lucas9929]

The oilers have gone from tied for last in the league to in a wildcard spot in less than two full months. 15-3 in their last 18 games. They have the best line in hockey. And they’re still ranked at 13th??? Really?

[@maxfish4270]

December was a relatively easy schedule for the Oilers and losses to Tampa Bay, Florida, New York Isles mute their better wins.

[@lucas9929]

@@maxfish4270 get out of here you’ve been copy pasting that garbage on half the comments. 🤡🤡🤡

[@nathanspreitzer6738]

Damn I’m surprised the Wings fell, thought they had an ok week

[@captbloodbeard]

They had a great week!

[@dlcarrocce5687]

Merry Christmas and happy new year Shannon!

[@CorpHickLV426]

Wow, the Wings go 2-1 last week with a win in L.A., and they fall 2 spots on the PR. Makes sense though considering Detroit is THG’s 35th favorite team!…

[@TheHockeyGuy]

The win over LA was a shootout. That's not the same as a regulation win or OT win. They beat San Jose. They lost to Boston. That's how the week went.

[@captbloodbeard]

@@TheHockeyGuy - Swayman stole that game against Detroit (and the refs helped, but questionable reffing is something every team has to deal with), and Detroit not only held their own against LA, for the 2nd and 3rd they outplayed them. Most of LA's shots came from the outside, Detroit didn't allow many high danger chances, but LA gave up a bunch of quality shots against. Detroit looks nothing like the team that was losing in December.

[@TheHockeyGuy]

LA has been bad at home, winning 7 of 19 games. Again, I treat shootouts as ties.

[@Mulukkis]

After a pretty rough start to the season my 3 favorite teams are all on the 1st row now (Avs, Canes, Panthers). Things are looking bright.

[@DracoX-hz3tu]

Im genuinely wondering if the jets are gonna allow more than 3 goals in a game the rest of the year lol (they haven't allowed more than 3 since the start of november)

[@reaganharder1480]

They currently have the second longest streak of allowing 3 or fewer since 1968. I think 6 more games from having the best? In the midst of an increasingly offensive league, the Jets are on the cusp of a defensive achievement even dead-puck-era teams couldn't do.

[@diamondsfinest9386]

Don't worry, Kyle Connor will be back and he'll probably allow 3 himself one game 😂

[@DracoX-hz3tu]

@reaganharder1480 I'm not a jets fan but I find it hilarious that people will still mock their defense even though it is objectively doing stuff that hasn't been done in a very long time, possibly ever if it keeps going

[@jonmendelson1104]

HOW DARE YOU PUT THE SHARKS AT 32! At a minimum they should be below the Hershey Bears!

[@neptunepriest]

Hey Shannon, got to disagree about Montreal. This year has been so much better than the last two. Montreal is staying in games, winning against good teams. I can agree with the position on the board, but not that it's dark right now.

[@severed111]

Have to upvote you on that. If only Dach, Newhook and HP were not out since so long, MTL would seriously be dangerous, especially since it is now clear who the #1 goalie is, and it's obvious that it's always been Sam. Hopin' some team with a weak goalie, *cough* Skinner *cough* will want Allen because after last night he definitely is on the offering table.

[@catgirl_93]

Omg opening this video and seeing the cats gear! 🎉🎉🎉let’s go panthers!!!

[@SurfingTheSoundwaves]

I think what you said about the Oilers captures perfectly the feeling amongst us Oil faithful. Can't wait to see them up in that top row.

[@honeyb15]

woohoo!!! kraken are almost in the top half at last!!!! theyre out of the wildcard spot for now (their schedule is pretty light in the beginning of january so a lot of teams in the west are catching up to them in games played), but if they can keep up their momentum on their upcoming road trip im staying cautiously optimistic :)

[@ConfideKylie]

At least we are in a tie for a wildcard spot, although other teams have games in hand. Hoping we can keep this heater going and hang on with all these other Pacific and Central teams…

[@georgemcelroy3058]

Boston is tied for 1st in pts in THE ENTIRE NHL! We have the fewest loses in THE ENTIRE NHL, we're tied for 1st in THE ENTIRE NHL in pts %, and we're not in the top 8? We could win the Cup and not make the top row. Philly is 12th in the entire NHL, YET THEY ARE AHEAD OF THE Bs? This is ridiculous!

[@blackenedmagic888]

Power Rankings are not just based on the number of points a team has - Shannon has explained that numerous times (including in this video). They are also based on consistency of play, strength of schedule, etc.. Why some people don't get it is beyond me... That said, the vast majority of the Bruins' points came at the beginning of the season when they were virtually unbeatable. Since then, they've come down to Earth quite a bit. Ask yourself: When was the last time Boston actually beat a team above them in the power rankings? The answer: Nov. 22nd against Florida (3-1). Since then, the only point they got from playing a team currently ranked above them was from an OT loss to the Rangers on Dec.16th. And yet, you and a lot of other Bruins' fans think they should be in the Top-Eight? Go figure...

[@maxfish4270]

The most recent Bruins regulation win against a team that wasn't in the bottom two rows (prior to the Devils moving up to 16th this week) was 3-1 against Florida on November 22.The next most recent regulation win against a non-bottom-two-rows team was on November 9. Flyers are tied for 4th best points percentage since Dec 1st.

[@captbloodbeard]

If Boston had average goaltending they wouldn't even hold a Wild Card spot. He's critical of them because they aren't playing well. They are getting wins, but they're ugly.

[@jamesharns672]

Red Wings won 2 this week and dropped 2 spots ?

[@maxfish4270]

When 1 is a shootout and another is against bottom row...

[@lasalbay]

Jets Vs Maurice = Stanley Cup!!! GO Jets Go!

[@rosob4992]

Go Jets Go!

[@dennybarlau8065]

Retribution is coming Just remember two broken ribs The war is gonna get nasty Denny from Minnesota

[@Koersky]

@@dennybarlau8065holy fuck I get your guys season is over so you have nothing else to talk about but can we drop this shit? At least until Feb 20th

[@stuartkasperski]

​@dennybarlau8065 Agreed, the Wild are in for a hurt, especially the worthless Fartman who attacked Perfetti for no reason, which he does all the time, Debrincat, Ehlers, etc. Maybe Kaprizov shouldn't have been giving Dillon a backwards head shot a few seconds earlier. The Wild should be smart, they don't have Reeves anymore to stand up to Lowry, Dillon, etc. Go Jets Go! Destroy the abysmal Wild!

[@Rockin_Ross]

It’s good to see my Flyers still in the top row (even though they probably don’t deserve it). They’ve been a joyous surprise for us fans and we’re riding this train as long as we can.

[@exeter1985]

As a personal friend of Azreal the Cat and an agent for all the 'Critters'... My clients would like to discuss this lack of on-camera time. These big whiteboards and the massive 'Puckboard' are taking up the majority of the camera view. My clients would like to discuss a settlement of Cat Treats and trips outside to the backyard.

[@williamford9564]

0:48: It is ironic that a few days after the "NHL Justice" and retaliation video, Foligno breaks his hand in his retaliatory fight for the Bedard hit and now HE is ALSO out.

[@armandoperez7967]

I am a Panthers fan and I fully agree with your assessment. Jets belong on top with what they are doing now. I agree that the Panthers can improve even more and get back to the final. I really think they can win it this time.

[@SamStaticc]

Let’s goooo ❤

[@armandoperez7967]

@@SamStaticc As the late, great, Macho Man Randy Savage used to say: “OOOOHHH YYEEEAAAHHH!”

[@sportslad9769]

Respectfully, completely disagree with Toronto’s spot. I don’t think wins in California shouldn’t cause a team to move up. They won all games decisively and played superb defensively (something they have not done well all year). Plus, they did so with their 3rd string (arguably 4th string) goalie given that Woll, Samsonov and Murray are all out. Not saying they should move up dramatically. But given how well they played, and circumstances in net, I think, going 3-0 in California deserves some movement.

[@blackenedmagic888]

Not that I totally disagree with you, but the Maple Leafs are in a tough spot in terms of Power Rankings - sure, they beat the Kings convincingly, but they also beat the 30th and 32nd-ranked teams. Add in the fact that the teams ahead of them either played well or, if they played poorly, not poorly enough to drop them below Toronto.

[@maxfish4270]

And yeah they lost to the Rangers got destroyed by the Sabres, lost to the Sens and Blue Jackets and Hurricanes, but in the middle of that they did win a game against the Blue Jackets.

[@sportslad9769]

@@maxfish4270 thanks for the analysis bob mcKenzie - those games were from the previous week and thus reflects their movement on the previous weeks power rankings. My comments are related to this week when they went 3-0 but most importantly played very well defensively with a 4th string goalie. Cheers thanks for coming out

[@TheTempleOfBoom]

I liked THG before...but I like him even more , when Winnipeg is Number One Baby !

[@hockey582004]

I guess it's a good thing these are the THG Power Rankings and not the official NHL Power Rankings or the standings might matter. Excellent video as always, keep up the amazing content!

[@GTnYo]

GO JETS GO

[@icewyre]

3 of my 4 favorite teams are in the top 4 😊 Sorry Minny But feelin' good about Vancouver, Florida and Winnipeg 😎😎

[@maxfish4270]

Carolina as underdogs is my preference except I wouldn't trade away wins like this recent week against the Rangers and the capitals. I'd argue the power play has been the key difference. Toss out the blowout losses since that tends to happen to every team at least a few times every season and there were several games with 3 or under goals allowed where the power play went 0 for.

[@GregAllenF1]

The Rangers loss to Carolina was one of their few random off nights. Looking forward to seeing them play again.

[@giantessmaria]

Carolina currently looks like the best team in the league to me. Svechnikov coming back and their goalies looking stable, this team looks solid and scary good! Although Florida looks like beasts as well! And Winnipeg still looking great even with their top star on the IR is a good sign for them....fun season!

[@CMK2281]

Great job! Wpg hasn't let in more then 2 goals in regulation in their last 17 games. 10-0-2 in their past 12 games and have outscored opponents 46-21 in that time. "Hockey news" has em ranked 5th.

[@vlisto3712]

I think the Oilers should have moved up more since NYR, LAK, and the Flyers are all teams they've beaten in their 7 game winning streak and those teams are ranked well above them.

[@maxfish4270]

December was a relatively easy schedule for the Oilers and losses to Tampa Bay, Florida, New York Isles mute the wins you highlighted.

[@Mandsfoo]

I'm still concerned for the canucks despite how well they are doing. I've been hurt too many times. But go canucks go!!

[@leechap3]

Previous years the Canucks lose that Devils game. This years team doesn't lose two in a row Previous years they blow third period leads on a regular basis, this year they just don't.

[@epiphany519]

Long post follows with base game statistics including some for the Ottawa Senators. Read, don't read, up to you. These are BASE stats not detailed ones provided to give a foundation (takes 3 sites to do it). My comments and observations at the end. Statistics for Ottawa Senators at Edmonton Oilers January 6th, 2024 Edmonton Oilers: Hyman 3 Goals (2 on PP) Bouchard 2 Primary Assists (1 on PP), 1 Secondary Assist (PP) Nuge 1 Secondary Assist McDavid 1 Primary Assist (PP) Skinner 29 Saves on 30 Shots = .967 Save %age (exceptional) Senators: Kelly 1 Goal Tkachuk 1 Primary Assist Brannstrom 1 Secondary Assist Forsberg 43 Saves on 46 Shots = .935 Save %age (58 Mins Played) Senators Oilers Shots on Goal 30 46 Hits 27 14 Faceoffs Won 21 31 PP 0/3 2/3 Giveaways 8 (4 by NST) 10 (8 by NST) Takeaways 10 (9 by NST) 6 Blocked Shots 15 (12 by NST) 17 (13 by NST) 3 Stars: 3-Skinner (29 Saves on 31 Shots .967 Save %age), 2-Bouchard (3A (2P, 1S)), 1-Hyman (3G, 2 on PP) Player TOI SOG +/- PIM Hits Blocks Giveaways Takeaways Bouchard 23:24 2 0 2 1 2 0 0 Nurse 20:38 2 0 0 0 2 1 0 Ceci 20:38 0 0 0 1 5 0 0 Ekholm 20:07 2 0 0 1 0 0 0 Desharnais 17:37 0 0 0 1 2 1 0 Kulak 13:07 1 0 0 1 1 1 1 Draisaitl 21:17 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 Nuge 21:10 6 1 0 1 2 1 0 McDavid 21:03 8 1 0 0 0 0 3 Hyman 19:34 8 1 0 1 0 0 0 McLeod 16:16 3 0 0 0 1 0 0 Foegele 15:21 4 0 0 1 1 2 0 Kane 14:14 5 -1 4 1 0 0 2 Brown 13:42 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 Janmark 12:05 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 Ryan 10:46 0 -1 0 0 0 1 0 Erne 6:45 1 -1 0 5 0 0 0 Hamblin 6:16 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Oilers Faceoff Breakdown: Won Lost Percent Draisaitl 13 6 68.4 McDavid 8 6 57.1 Ryan 6 5 54.5 Nuge 3 0 100.0 McLeod 1 2 33.3 Kane 0 1 0.00 Hamblin 0 1 0.00 Senators's Faceoff Breakdown: (provided for comparison only) Won Lost Percent Greig 7 4 63.6 Giroux 6 8 42.9 Stuetzle 3 2 60.0 Tkachuk 2 2 50.0 Norris 2 13 13.3 Batherson 1 0 100.0 Kastelic 0 2 0.00 Oilers win 3-1 in Edmonton to continue their streak to 7 in a row so far. Two of the goals were PP goals (so the PP is working again with 2/3). Hyman scored all goals with Bouch getting 2 Primary and 1 Secondary assist. Hyman's 3rd hat trick of the season and 4th of his career ALL of which come with the Oilers. Considering how many men were in the crease it's amazing Skinner could change his mind (or his underwear) with that little room let alone make any saves. They waived it off initially but on review it came back. Yes, a shutout would have been nice for Skinner but a .967 Save %age isn't chopped liver either and improves his standings. PK was 100% tonight on 3 chances. The two penalties taken by Artem Zub were directly responsible for the PP goals the Oilers scored. The Senators were hitting machines nearly double the Oilers (27 to 14) but, in the end, the boys won, Hyman got a hattie, Connor got a point, Bouch got 3, Nuge got 1, wish Drai could have gotten a goal to extend his streak but he'll probably just come back and get a hattie of his own next game (one never knows with him). Take care all.

[@Sad7Statue]

Damn, it's hard to believe it's the 6rth already.

[@andrewptob]

I think you have the Flyers a little high, and I’m a fan. They had a rough week and some cracks are finally showing. If they don’t finally get their power play sorted out, I don’t think they will make the playoffs.

[@LGR910]

Keep on rolling GoJetsGo!!

[@billdapp2491]

I still think you are too hard on the Habs. Yes they are an up and coming team but man they are fun to watch! I do agree with you on the finals though, Winnipeg vs Florida would be fun. A ratings nightmare for the NHL though.

[@mercywilliams2698]

Power Rankings! 🥅🏒🌟🌟🌟✅

[@cclark4366]

Thank you for the Oilers ranking explanation...almost like you knew you had to defend it 😂

[@FC-tq1yj]

The eighties Oilers leave a painful mark on THG!

[@ACHEACHE-f1x]

As always a great review but I would have put the caps above the pens because they did beat them earlier in the week ( absolutely obviously they beat LA but that was after this video was made)

[@hughjass1044]

Delighted for the Jets! I'm an Oilers fan but Winnipeg is my #2.

[@LARGO125]

I'm happy for the Jets. My teams are the Oil, Sens ad Wings. Really wondering about the effect of Hockey on my mental health...😅🤪

[@johnelsliger6796]

I think Carolina and LA are too high on the board and Boston and Vegas should be on the 1st LINE .. Maybe next week , always interested in what you say ... Thank You , Happy New Year ,

[@maxfish4270]

Since December 12th the Canes are third best points percentage, have only 1 regulation loss, have the most goals for and are league best +20 in goal differential. This includes a 6-1 win over last week's #1 team. The most recent Bruins regulation win against a team that wasn't in the bottom two rows (prior to the Devils moving up to 16th this week) was 3-1 against Florida on November 22.The next most recent regulation win against a non-bottom-two-rows team was on November 9.

[@jeremyswanson6513]

Detroit won 3 of its last 4 games, how do they drop?

[@KreepCA]

GO JETS!!

[@snowball2252]

I do not buy Philly and think they will crash.

[@howardcraigiv518]

I love this …. That Board is genius 💪🏻

[@chrisjets-fan6505]

Apparently JFresh forecast model predicted Jets to win President’s trophy in October & everyone thought model was broken. Do you know anything about this forecast? Also, Presidents trophy is described by some as bad luck & teams don’t win cup. Why is this? Please explain how #1 teams can’t seem to win cup. Thx

[@AmateurRider275]

LETS GO JETS !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@SlickSniper3]

Winnipeg and Florida , sign me up too LOL

[@nolanfowler1583]

I'd personally go 1. Rangers 2. Jets 3. Bruins for my top 3

[@JacobMay-yc8be]

Nice to see this channel sitting at 302K subs. 500K + by June?

[@michelepolinuk]

Love the rankings! Teams not usually up on the top- hope this is how the year ends! Go Jets

[@Robert-Peterson]

GO JETS GO!!!

[@MaverickWall238]

Don't think anyone had, half of the Atlantic in the bottom row near midseason, on their bingo cards, at the start of this season.

[@KMK7355]

Detroit has no business being in bottom row and Boston has no business being #9 behind Philly. Terrible placements of B's\Wings.

[@KMK7355]

Detroit bottom 2 rows.

[@bgcharade]

St. Louis has been playing well this stretch against good teams. Win against Dallas, 2-1 loss late against Avs, Win against Carolina, I was thinking they may jump a bit more. We’ll see if they continue the good play under Bannister.

[@OldRustySteele]

We still could use more scoring and a better power play. At least we are playing better defense than last season.

[@maxfish4270]

Blues are only 8-8 since December 1.

[@theramplocal]

Oh shannon, ducks sharks willbe a fun time and you know it! No standings matter don't get me wrong but I have no doubt you will have a great time at that game

[@Cheyennemae.A]

I don’t wanna be that person but as a Preds fan I don’t think they should have moved up. Yes they had a great win vs Dallas and a shutout this week (against Blackhawks so not all impressive) but they also had that game vs the Flames where the Preds never even showed up. How the Preds have been lately is concerning if you’re actually watching the games. They loss to teams they should be beating.

[@UGAfan12132]

I feel like the bruins could be higher but we will have to see how this next week goes

[@CP-in1oe]

Go Jets!!!

[@lolo27234]

good to see that old panthers jersey even if it was from our really bad years

[@choppergunner8650]

Love seeing Florida in the top 5.

[@billgwinn9600]

Man, Shannon, you’re a tough grader on the Blues. Their new emphasis on back checking is evident and helping them beat some top teams lately. But never wanna argue with THG !

[@gregorygreene1940]

As I'm writing this the Bruins are in a 3 way tie for league lead in points. I was not one of those people that thought this year was doom and gloom for them but never thought they would be this consistently good. Are there new talent evaluators? Are there new people in positions of player development? Are Sweeney/Neely just lucky? Have no idea but somehow they have suddenly taken a bunch of young players and plugged them into place.

[@KMK7355]

Bunch of young players? Poitras has missed 10 games and Lohrei about 15. Because gets limited minutes. Relying heavily on vets Pasta , Marchand, Goalies, and Coyle. New vets JVR and Shattenkirk have made important contributions. That young talent hasn't been great by any means.

[@ronreinhold8997]

Columbus is up 9 points from where they were after 41 games last year. They are quite close - every game is close.

[@FischerFan]

Save for last night's mess in Winnipeg.

[@vincentshaftbury7276]

LA to hi. Philly to hi. Detroit higher. Boston higher

[@dennybarlau8065]

Minnesota will not be healthy for at least months, kaprizov has two broken ribs, injury's have crippled the Wild No playoffs this year Denny from Minnesota

[@Mahojo1]

I’ve gotta ask.. how come the Canes are through their rough patch but the Oilers aren’t? 19:29

[@maxfish4270]

December was a relatively easy schedule for the Oilers and losses to Tampa Bay, Florida, New York Isles mute their better wins.

[@Mechanicsville804]

@@maxfish4270 only 3 loses in more than 18 games? No other team has a better record in 18 games

[@maxfish4270]

@@Mechanicsville804 And very few teams had a worse record in the first 18. Power rankings are season long.

[@maxfish4270]

@@LeonMchymhuge-gf8wj Wrong and wrong.

[@kimepp2216]

Philly wouldn't have won without some really questionable calls in their favour.

[@XIIIRaven]

✈️✈️✈️ Let's go Jets!!!

[@philbertmcgee7846]

I'm fine with the Leafs staying where they were. 3 wins in Cali helped stop the slide, and hopefully they can begin to climb again this week

[@TheHockeyGuy]

That's the thing, too. None of the California based teams are winning at home right now.

[@richardoravec6770]

shannon is a strict father and boston bruins is his son

[@darcywest8140]

...and Boston is starting to make daddy proud!

[@maxfish4270]

The most recent Bruins regulation win against a team that wasn't in the bottom two rows (prior to the Devils moving up to 16th this week) was 3-1 against Florida on November 22.The next most recent regulation win against a non-bottom-two-rows team was on November 9.

[@joeb2151]

Hey, a suggestion. When you're at the Ducks game, I bet they will have a conference room that you can use to throw together your video. AND it will probably have a whiteboard you could throw some stuff up about before you film. On topic. I'm really happy that Philly is still top 16 at all, so 8th is amazing. Columbus game was a stumble. Calgary was a whole game effort. They keep demonstrating if they had some more talent, they could be something else. The dread of losing favorite players is starting to creep in as deadline approaches slowly. The elation that it isn't Chuck Fletcher making the decision makes me feel like I'm wrapped in a warm blanket.

[@michaelmasi5220]

Division Overall Point Standings (Thru 01/06 Power Rankings): Metropolitan: 10/09 - 139 Pts (-01) 10/14 - 148 Pts 10/21 - 141 Pts (-12) 10/28 - 144 Pts (-15) 11/04 - 137 Pts (-17) 11/11 - 139 Pts (-13) 11/18 - 146 Pts 11/25 - 144 Pts (-03) 12/02 - 151 Pts 12/09 - 139 Pts 12/16 - 143 Pts 12/23 - 151 Pts 12/30 - 153 Pts 01/06 - 151 Pts Overall - 2,026 Pts --- Atlantic: 10/09 - 140 Pts 10/14 - 132 Pts (-16) 10/21 - 153 Pts 10/28 - 159 Pts 11/04 - 154 Pts 11/11 - 152 Pts 11/18 - 143 Pts (-03) 11/25 - 147 Pts 12/02 - 130 Pts (-21) 12/09 - 137 Pts (-02) 12/16 - 128 Pts (-15) 12/23 - 117 Pts (-34) 12/30 - 111 Pts (-42) 01/06 - 116 Pts (-35) Overall - 1,919 Pts (-107) --- Central: 10/09 - 117 Pts (-23) 10/14 - 122 Pts (-26) 10/21 - 127 Pts (-26) 10/28 - 118 Pts (-41) 11/04 - 118 Pts (-36) 11/11 - 119 Pts (-33) 11/18 - 114 Pts (-32) 11/25 - 125 Pts (-22) 12/02 - 138 Pts (-13) 12/09 - 134 Pts (-05) 12/16 - 132 Pts (-11) 12/23 - 137 Pts (-14) 12/30 - 138 Pts (-15) 01/06 - 132 Pts (-19) Overall - 1,771 Pts (-255) --- Pacific: 10/09 - 132 Pts (-08) 10/14 - 126 Pts (-22) 10/21 - 107 Pts (-46) 10/28 - 107 Pts (-52) 11/04 - 119 Pts (-35) 11/11 - 118 Pts (-34) 11/18 - 125 Pts (-21) 11/25 - 112 Pts (-35) 12/02 - 109 Pts (-42) 12/09 - 118 Pts (-21) 12/16 - 125 Pts (-18) 12/23 - 123 Pts (-28) 12/30 - 126 Pts (-27) 01/06 - 129 Pts (-22) Overall - 1,676 Pts (-350)

[@LHOH197]

To me both Vancouver and Winnipeg are playing with house money I know nobody had the Canucks doing what they're doing but honestly outside of jets fans who had the Winnipeg Jets doing what they are I love it and even being from Minnesota and this would probably be what tv networks wouldn't wanna see but I'd be all for a Jets vs Canucks western conference final