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Colorado Avalanche top ESPN NHL power rankings heading into January 2026, with Dallas Stars and Minnesota Wild close behind amid high-stakes matchups and Olympic roster buzz.
NHL Top 100 2026: 71-80 features Raymond's dip, Zibanejad's resurgence and defensive anchors like Slavin and Sanheim.
Pastrnak nets his 400th career goal as the Bruins beat the Maple Leafs 5-3 to extend their winning streak to seven.
The Bruins rebounded to the playoffs but lost in six games to Buffalo. Key issues: offense dried up, home woes, depth lacking. Strengths and offseason plans ahead.
Rangers (20-19-6) face Bruins (23-19-2) in heated Original Six rivalry; road scoring vs penalty woes amid key injuries.
Sabres erase 2-0 deficit for thrilling 4-3 Game 1 win over Bruins, first playoff victory in 15 years.