The Chicago Blackhawks played steady hockey this past week as they overcame a flu bug that has made its way through the team.
In this week’s power rankings, the Tampa Bay Lightning remain red hot and have won eleven straight games. On the other end of the spectrum, the Vancouver Canucks have lost eight straight and have hit the bottom of the NHL standings. These power rankings are determined mostly by a team's win-loss record, but also by their recent performance, injuries, and the strength of the week's schedule.