NHL 2022-23 Power Rankings: Week 14

It’s a new year, and that means we have a new look for THW’s power rankings! After taking a few weeks off due to the holiday season, we are back and ready to discuss the big changes taking place across the NHL.

With the season roughly 50 percent over for most teams, and the trade deadline fast approaching, that means it is officially time for us to change how we discuss the Power Ranking. While it’s not impossible for a team in the back of the pack to make the playoffs, the likelihood of this is low. That means we have a few distinct tiers in the league, based on their outlook for the rest of the regular season.

For some, winning each night is still all that matters. For others, losing is the ultimate goal, as there is a great draft pick prize at the end of this difficult season.

All stats and records are current as of Jan. 9th, prior to any games taking place.

Related: NHL 2022-23 Power Rankings: Week 11

32-25: Waiting on the 2023 NHL Draft

32. Chicago Blackhawks 10-25-4, 24 Points (Last Ranking: 31)

31. Columbus Blue Jackets 12-25-2, 26 Points (Last Ranking: 29)

30. Anaheim Ducks 12-25-4, 28 Points (Last Ranking: 32)

29. Arizona Coyotes 13-21-5, 31 Points (Last Ranking: 28)

28. Philadelphia Flyers 15-18-7, 37 Points (Last Ranking: 30)

27. San Jose Sharks 12-21-8, 32 Points (Last Ranking: 27)

26. Montreal Canadiens 16-21-3, 35 Points(Last Ranking: 22)

25. Vancouver Canucks 17-19-3, 37 Points (Last Ranking: 24)

When it comes to the bottom of the standings, the 2022-23 season can’t end soon enough. While some of these teams may have had solid starts or can play spirited fairs where they defeat opponents playing down to their competition, unfortunately if you find yourself on this part of the list, you really won’t have much to look forward to for the rest of the regular season.

Everyone knows what the plan here is, though. With a deep draft ahead, where franchise players could rain down from the heavens, these teams have a lot to be excited about in near future, especially if they were to win the Connor Bedard sweepstakes. For now, though, it’s going to be a rough few months, as general managers will be looking to sell off any talent not nailed down in order to bring back as many future assets as possible.

So, if you’re a fan of one of these teams, it may be a good time to take up a new hobby for the…