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NHL Power Rankings: January 4th Edition

 
Mark Jones' NHL Power Rankings: January 4th Edition The top 10 teams all have extra analysis, as well as a few others that I have something to say about. 1. San Jose Sharks (63 pts, 29-4-5) They've cooled off a little after a very hot start, but they're still going strong after their 5-3 win over the lowly Islanders yesterday. And they're still 19-0-2 at home. Not bad. 2. Boston Bruins (62 pts, 29-5-4) Well, Buffalo just snapped the Bruins' win streak with their 4-2 victory, but going 10-1 in your last eleven isn't something to be dreaded. They could fall off as April approaches, but they sure look pretty good right now. 3. Detroit Red Wings (57 pts, 26-7-5) The Winter Classic victory was the first time I've watched an entire Red Wings game this season, and they really remind me of the Stanley Cup team from last year. With their 26-7-5 record, another Cup championship is nowhere near being out of the question. 4. Washington Capitals (55 pts, 26-11-3) I always knew that ... (link)

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