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

No. 8: Columbus Blue Jackets
Previous: 9th
Season record: 12-5-4 (28 points)
Sparked by the NHL’s hottest powerplay, the Blue Jackets are pouring in goals while posting an impressive plus-19 goal differential. Paced by Cam Atkinson’s eight goals and 12 assists, seven players have posted at least 11 points, including rookie star defenseman Zach Werenski with five goals and 16 points.
Goalie Sergei Bobrovsky ranks second in wins in the Eastern Conference and is showing consistency that had eluded him in recent years. Young and talented, the speedy Blue Jackets are the most dangerous team in the league.
You gotta love a team that has a “Wild Bill” Karlsson on its roster.