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NHL Power Rankings Week 7: Blue Jackets rising, Islanders at rock bottom

By Dave Stevenson

Nov 15, 2016; Columbus, OH, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets right wing Cam Atkinson (13) celebrates a goal against the Washington Capitals during overtime at Nationwide Arena. Columbus beat Washington in overtime 3-2. Mandatory Credit: Russell LaBounty-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 15, 2016; Columbus, OH, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets right wing Cam Atkinson (13) celebrates a goal against the Washington Capitals during overtime at Nationwide Arena. Columbus beat Washington in overtime 3-2. Mandatory Credit: Russell LaBounty-USA TODAY Sports /
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team. 72. . (8-10-1). Previous: . Detroit Red Wings. 27

The Detroit Red Wings have lost four straight. Perhaps their two most embarrassing losses came during the weekend. Despite the Capitals losing three of their top forwards on Friday, Washington beat them 1-0. They lost to the Calgary Flames 3-2 on Sunday. There isn’t too much to be thankful for in Detroit, but at least Gustav Nyquist seems to be rebounding from a tough season. Also, Jimmy Howard has been outstanding this season.

Previous: . Buffalo Sabres. 26. team. 12. . (7-8-4)

Thanks to injuries to Ryan O’Reilly and Jack Eichel, the Buffalo Sabres haven’t had the season they were hoping for. Understandably, their offense has struggled to score. Considering Kyle Okposo and Sam Reinhart are their only two top six caliber forwards, that’s predictable. Still, lots to be thankful for in Buffalo. Matt Moulson seems to be back to being a good scorer again. At worst, maybe they can move him for some prospects at the NHL trade deadline. Knock on wood, but Robin Lehner has been healthy so far.

Calgary Flames. 25. team. 112. . (8-12-1). Previous:

Shockingly, the Calgary Flames have been playing quite well since Johnny Gaudreau’s injury. Is it a cause? Clearly not, since he’s one of the best players in the NHL. So no Ewing Theory discussions with Gaudreau, alright? What should Calgary fans be thankful for? How about Sam Bennett, who is showing that he could be a top center in the near future?

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