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NHL Stars Shine in Olympic Break Power Rankings
9 Feb
Summary
- NHL players return to Winter Games for first time since 2014.
- Every NHL team sends at least one player to the Olympics.
- Power rankings highlight top teams with an Olympian to watch.
As the NHL observes an Olympic break, the focus shifts to the upcoming Winter Games, the first since 2014 where league players will participate. Each NHL team is set to send at least one representative, ensuring a broad global presence with nearly every nation fielding an NHL player.
The latest NHL power rankings are presented with an Olympic theme, evaluating teams based on current performance and spotlighting one key Olympian to watch for each franchise. These rankings provide insight into team dynamics and individual player importance.
Notable players highlighted include Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar for the Colorado Avalanche, and Sidney Crosby, who returns as captain for Canada. Other key Olympians mentioned are Quinn Hughes for the USA and Miro Heiskanen for Finland, both aiming to overcome recent injuries. Teams like the Carolina Hurricanes and Pittsburgh Penguins also feature prominently with their respective Olympians, Nikolaj Ehlers and Sidney Crosby.
