NHL Power Rankings: Chicago Blackhawks Climb Amid Trade Deadline
By Sean Fitzgerald

No. 17: Florida Panthers
Previous: No. 14
Record: 29-23-10 (68 points)
Florida lost three in a row before a victory Tuesday night. Their recent surge (6-4-0 in their last 10 games) led to them acquiring Thomas Vanek early Wednesday. This team is serious about a playoff push.