Here’s a summarized analysis of the NHL Power Rating based on Week 1 games:
Top Performing Teams (based on win %):
ARIZONA, BOSTON, COLORADO, DALLAS, NY ISLANDERS, TORONTO, VANCOUVER, VEGAS – All these teams have a win percentage of 100%.
Teams with the Highest Power Rating (P R):
ARIZONA, DALLAS, TORONTO – With a P R of 0.75, these teams have the highest power rating after Week 1 games.
Struggling Teams (based on win %):
BUFFALO, EDMONTON, FLORIDA, LOS ANGELES, SAN JOSE, SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – These teams haven’t registered a win yet and have a win percentage of 0.00%.
Teams with the Lowest Power Rating (P R):
SEATTLE – With a P R of 0.31, Seattle has the lowest power rating after Week 1 games.
WASHINGTON – Close behind with a P R of 0.33.
Most Challenging Schedule (based on SOS %):
EDMONTON, SAN JOSE – Both teams faced opponents with an average winning percentage of 100%, indicating they had the toughest schedule.
Easiest Schedule (based on SOS %):
COLORADO, NY ISLANDERS, VANCOUVER – All these teams faced opponents with an average winning percentage of 0.00%, indicating they had the least challenging schedule.
Mixed Results (50% win rate): Several teams including ANAHEIM, CALGARY, COLUMBUS, DETROIT, MINNESOTA, MONTREAL, NEW JERSEY, PHILADELPHIA, ST LOUIS, and WINNIPEG had a balanced win-loss record in the first week.
Other Observations:
Most teams maintained consistent performance across the last 7 and 14 games, which makes sense given that only one week of games has been played.
The Strength of Schedule (SOS %) provides insight into how challenging a team’s opponents were. A higher percentage indicates a more challenging schedule.
Power Rating (P R) is a good metric to gauge a team’s performance against its challenges. A higher P R indicates a better overall performance.
In conclusion, while some teams have started the season on a high note, others have had a challenging start. It’s essential to note that it’s just the beginning, and the dynamics can change as the season progresses.
Ron Raymond
Ron Raymond is a well-known sports handicapper who runs ATS Stats and the Raymond REPORT. He has over 21 years of experience in the industry and provides expert analysis and predictions for various sports, including football, baseball, hockey, and basketball.