Alofoke Deportes: NHL Ranking 2025-26 After a Quarter of the Season
The 2025-26 NHL season continues its course, and the Alofoke Deportes expert panel presents its updated ranking. After a quarter of the season, the Colorado Avalanche remain firm at the top.
This week, significant changes were observed in the table, including the Chicago Blackhawks entering the top 10 for the first time in a long time, with Connor Bedard and his team fighting for a playoff spot.
In addition, the Most Valuable Player (MVP) of each team is highlighted after the first quarter of the season.Classification Methodology: A panel of commentators, analysts, and reporters from Alofoke Deportes votes based on the matches played up to Wednesday.Note: The above ranking corresponds to the November 14th edition. The point percentages correspond to the matches played until Thursday.
Caption: Illustration by Alofoke Deportes
1. Colorado Avalanche
Previous ranking: 1
Percentage of points: 82.5%
MVP of the first quarter: Nathan MacKinnon. Despite Cale Makar’s great season, MacKinnon leads the league in points (36) and goals (16).
Upcoming games: @ NSH (November 22), @ CHI (November 23), vs. SJ (November 26)
2. Carolina Hurricanes
Previous ranking: 4
Percentage of points: 70%
MVP of the first quarter: Seth Jarvis. The rising star of the Hurricanes continues to excel in all game situations, maintaining a pace close to a point per game.
Upcoming games: @ WPG (November 21), @ BUF (November 23), vs. NYR (November 26)
3. Anaheim Ducks
Previous ranking: 3
Percentage of points: 64.3%
MVP of the first quarter: Leo Carlsson. Carlsson’s 2023 draft pick seems to be paying off, leading the Ducks in their fight for the top of the Pacific Division.
Upcoming games: vs. VGK (November 22), vs. VAN (November 26)
4. Dallas Stars
Previous ranking: 5
Percentage of points: 69%
MVP of the first quarter: Mikko Rantanen. Rantanen has proven his worth since his arrival at the Stars.
Upcoming games: @ CGY (November 22), @ EDM (November 25), @ SEA (November 26)
5. New Jersey Devils
Previous ranking: 2
Percentage of points: 67.5%
First quarter MVP: Jesper Bratt. The Devils will have to face the absence of Jack Hughes, injured.
Upcoming games: @ PHI (November 22), vs. DET (November 24), vs. STL (November 26)
6. Winnipeg Jets
Previous ranking: 7
Percentage of points: 63.2%
MVP of the first quarter: Mark Scheifele. Scheifele is showing a great level, heading towards an outstanding season.
Upcoming matches: vs. CAR (November 21), vs. MIN (November 23), @ WSH (November 26)
7. Vegas Golden Knights
Previous ranking: 10
Percentage of points: 65%
MVP of the first quarter: Jack Eichel. Eichel leads the Knights with an outstanding performance.
Upcoming games: @ ANA (November 22), @ UTA (November 24), vs. OTT (November 26)
8. Pittsburgh Penguins
Previous ranking: 9
Percentage of points: 63.2%
MVP of the first quarter: Sidney Crosby. Crosby leads the Penguins in their attempt to excel in the Metropolitan Division.
Upcoming matches: vs. MIN (November 21), vs. SEA (November 22), vs. BUF (November 26)
9. Chicago Blackhawks
Previous ranking: 14
Percentage of points: 60%
MVP of the first quarter: Connor Bedard. Bedard is proving his worth, with a pace of play that could lead him to great achievements.
Upcoming games: @ BUF (November 21), vs. COL (November 23), vs. MIN (November 26)
10. Detroit Red Wings
Previous ranking: 18
Percentage of points: 59.5%
MVP of the first quarter: Dylan Larkin. Larkin has maintained the good level demonstrated last season, with an outstanding performance.
Upcoming games: vs. CBJ (November 22), @ NJ (November 24), vs. NSH (November 26)
11. Los Angeles Kings
Previous ranking: 11
Percentage of points: 59.5%
MVP of the first quarter: Adrian Kempe. Kempe, after his contract renewal, focuses on his performance on the ice, leading the Kings in scoring.
Upcoming matches: vs. BOS (November 21), vs. OTT (November 24)
12. New York Islanders
Previous ranking: 22
Percentage of points: 61.9%
MVP of the first quarter: Matthew Schaefer. Schaefer leads the Islanders in playing time and could be key for the team.
Upcoming matches: vs. STL (November 22), vs. SEA (November 23), vs. BOS (November 26)
13. Tampa Bay Lightning
Previous ranking: 12
Percentage of points: 60%
MVP of the first quarter: Jake Guentzel. Guentzel has improved his performance in November, seeking to boost the Lightning in the standings.
Upcoming games: @ WSH (November 22), vs. PHI (November 24), vs. CGY (November 26)
14. Boston Bruins
Previous ranking: 8
Percentage of points: 54.6%
MVP of the first quarter: David Pastrnak. Pastrnak continues to demonstrate his worth, being fundamental to the performance of the Bruins.
Upcoming matches: @ LA (November 21), @ SJ (November 23), @ NYI (November 26)
15. Montreal Canadiens
Previous ranking: 6
Percentage of points: 57.5%
MVP of the first quarter: Jakub Dobes. Dobes seems to be the best option in goal for the Habs.
Upcoming games: vs. TOR (November 22), @ UTA (November 26)
16. Seattle Kraken
Previous ranking: 17
Percentage of points: 62.5%
MVP of the first quarter: Jaden Schwartz. Schwartz has been key to the Kraken’s good performance.
Upcoming games: @ PIT (November 22), @ NYI (November 23), vs. DAL (November 26)
17. Utah Mammoth
Previous ranking: 13
Percentage of points: 54.8%
MVP of the first quarter: Nick Schmaltz. Schmaltz leads the team in scoring.
Upcoming games: vs. NYR (November 22), vs. VGK (November 24), vs. MTL (November 26)
18. Ottawa Senators
Previous ranking: 15
Percentage of points: 60%
MVP of the first quarter: Tim Stutzle. Stutzle has taken on the responsibility of scoring for the Sens.
Upcoming games: @ SJ (November 22), @ LA (November 24), @ VGK (November 26)
19. Minnesota Wild
Previous ranking: 27
Percentage of points: 57.1%
MVP of the first quarter: Jesper Wallstedt. Wallstedt has proven to be a promising goalie for the team.
Upcoming games: @ PIT (November 21), @ WPG (November 23), @ CHI (November 26)
20. Washington Capitals
Previous ranking: 19
Percentage of points: 57.1%
MVP of the first quarter: Logan Thompson. Thompson has been a key player for the Capitals.
Upcoming games: vs. TB (November 22), vs. CBJ (November 24), vs. WPG (November 26)
21. Florida Panthers
Previous ranking: 24
Percentage of points: 57.5%
MVP of the first quarter: Brad Marchand. Marchand has taken the lead in the absence of key players.
Upcoming games: vs. EDM (November 22), @ NSH (November 24), vs. PHI (November 26)
22. Philadelphia Flyers
Previous ranking: 16
Percentage of points: 60.5%
MVP of the first quarter: Trevor Zegras. Zegras seems to have found his best level in the Flyers.
Upcoming games: vs. NJ (November 22), TB (November 24), @ FLA (November 26)
23. Columbus Blue Jackets
Previous ranking: 26
Percentage of points: 57.1%
MVP of the first quarter: Jet Greaves. Greaves seems to be solidifying himself as the team’s starting goalie.
Upcoming games: @ DET (November 22), @ WSH (November 24), vs. TOR (November 26)
24. New York Rangers
Previous ranking: 21
Percentage of points: 50%
MVP of the first quarter: Igor Shesterkin/Jonathan Quick. Goaltenders Shesterkin and Quick have been fundamental to the team.
Upcoming matches: @ UTA (November 22), vs. STL (November 24), @ CAR (November 26)
25. Edmonton Oilers
Previous ranking: 20
Percentage of points: 50%
MVP of the first quarter: Connor McDavid. McDavid continues to demonstrate his talent, leading the team in scoring.
Upcoming games: @ FLA (November 22), vs. DAL (November 25)
26. San Jose Sharks
Previous ranking: 23
Percentage of points: 54.8%
MVP of the first quarter: Macklin Celebrini. Celebrini is having a significant impact in his second professional season.
Upcoming matches: vs. OTT (November 22), vs. BOS (November 23), @ COL (November 26)
27. Toronto Maple Leafs
Previous ranking: 25
Percentage of points: 50%
MVP of the first quarter: William Nylander. Nylander has been consistent, despite the injuries on the team.
Upcoming games: @ MTL (November 22), @ CBJ (November 26)
28. Vancouver Canucks
Previous ranking: 28
Percentage of points: 45.5%
MVP of the first quarter: Quinn Hughes. Hughes leads the team in scoring from the defense.
Upcoming games: vs. CGY (November 23), @ ANA (November 26)
29. Buffalo Sabres
Previous ranking: 30
Percentage of points: 45%
MVP of the first quarter: Tage Thompson. Thompson continues to score goals for the Sabres.
Upcoming matches: vs. CHI (November 21), vs. CAR (November 23), @ PIT (November 26)
30. St. Louis Blues
Previous ranking: 29
Percentage of points: 42.9%
MVP of the first quarter: Robert Thomas. Thomas has been a standout player for the Blues.
Upcoming games: @ NYI (November 22), @ NYR (November 24), @ NJ (November 26)
31. Nashville Predators
Previous ranking: 31
Percentage of points: 40%
MVP of the first quarter: Filip Forsberg. Forsberg continues to be key for the Predators.
Upcoming matches: vs. COL (November 22), vs. FLA (November 24), @ DET (November 26)
32. Calgary Flames
Previous ranking: 32
Percentage of points: 34.1%
First quarter MVP: Nazem Kadri. Kadri, as top scorer, receives the MVP recognition.
Upcoming matches: vs. DAL (November 22), VAN (November 23), @ TB (November 26)
