NHL Power Rankings: Chicago Blackhawks Still Contending
By Gail Kauchak

No. 7: Chicago Blackhawks
Previous: No. 5
Record: 30-16-5 (65 points)
The Hawks have lost two games in a row after winning three games in a row. Inconsistency seems to be a big issue with this team this season. When their top lines are rolling, the lower lines are in a funk, and vice versa. The defense has been struggling all year, and goaltending is the most recent area to have it’s troubles. If Chicago wants to make a deep run into the playoffs, they need to put together the pieces real quick. Oh, and trading for a left wing to play alongside Toews would be helpful.