NHL Power Rankings: Eastern Conference Still Crowds Top 10
By George Clifford

No. 18: Carolina Hurricanes
Previous: 20th
Season record: 9-9-4 (22 points)
The Carolina Hurricanes beat the Florida Panthers 3-2 Sunday night, running their home win streak to five straight games. Of more interest to Blackhawks fans, former ‘Hawks backup goaltender Michael Leighton picked up the win (and an assist!) in his first NHL start since 2013 and first win since December 2010.
Loaded with former Blackhawks, including Teuvo Teravainen, Viktor Stalberg, Joakim Nordstrom, Klas Dahlbeck and Bryan Bickell, the ‘Canes are a dangerous, well-balanced team but still a longshot to make the playoffs.