NHL Power Rankings: Chicago Blackhawks’ Win Streak Means Small Move

By Colin Likas

Jan 24, 2017

Jan 22, 2017; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Blackhawks center Jonathan Toews (19) celebrates his goal against the Vancouver Canucks during the third period at the United Center. The Hawks won 4-2. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports /

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Jan 23, 2017; Washington, DC, USA; Carolina Hurricanes goalie Cam Ward (30) makes a save against the Washington Capitals in the first period at Verizon Center. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports /

No. 21: Carolina Hurricanes

Previous: No. 16

Record: 21-19-7 (49 points)

Another team that’s lost four straight games while fighting for a wild-card spot, the Canes at least have an excuse: They were given a really unfortunate schedule draw. Their last four games saw a 4-1 loss to Columbus, a 7-1 loss to Pittsburgh, a 3-2 loss to Columbus and a 7-1 loss to Washington. Not the teams you want to be facing right now.