NHL Power Rankings: Chicago Blackhawks Still Contending

By Gail Kauchak

Jan 31, 2017

Jan 22, 2017; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Blackhawks right wing Patrick Kane (88) celebrates his goal against the Vancouver Canucks with his teammates during the first period at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports /

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No. 25: Carolina Hurricanes

Previous: No. 21

Record: 21-20-7 (49 points)

The Canes’ efforts to stay in the playoff hunt have taken a major hit the last two weeks with five consecutive losses. Even worse, they haven’t been competitive in any of them, being outscored 23-5 while playing some really good teams in Washington, Pittsburgh and Columbus (twice).