"It is way too early to make any definitive conclusions about the 2025-26 NHL season. But then again, it's the perfect time to celebrate some small-sample superstars. As part of this week's new edition of the ESPN NHL Power Rankings, we've identified a player on each team that has excelled way beyond expectation thus far. How we rank: A panel of ESPN hockey commentators, analysts, reporters and editors sends in a 1-32 poll based on the games through Wednesday, which generates our list."
"Jack Eichel. Eichel has many accomplishments in his career, but has yet to hit the 100-point benchmark in a single season, coming closest in 2024-25 with 94. The NHL's current scoring leader had 16 through seven games, which is a 187-point pace; it's unlikely he hits that lofty mark, but triple digits does seem in play. Next seven days: @ FLA (Oct. 25), @ TB (Oct. 26), @ CAR (Oct. 28)"
It is early to make definitive conclusions about the 2025-26 NHL season, yet several players have exceeded expectations in small samples. A panel of hockey commentators, analysts, reporters and editors submits a 1-32 poll based on games through Wednesday to produce the power rankings. Scott Wedgewood started 5-0-2 with a 1.84 goals-against average and .927 save percentage, helping the Avs lead the standings. Jack Eichel recorded 16 points in seven games, a 187-point pace after a 94-point 2024-25 season. Seth Jarvis scored nine points in six games, including six goals.
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