NHL Power Rankings: Chicago Blackhawks Stand Pat With Surging Metro Teams
By Juliana Nikac

No. 17: New York Islanders
Previous: No. 15
Record: 32-25-11 (75 points)
Earlier in the season, it would’ve been weird imagining the Islanders just one point out of a playoff spot. But here they are, one point out of a playoff spot. They’ve lost their last two games, but are also coming off a nine-game road trip. Considering they’re one of the best home teams in the NHL, it’ll be good for them to spend some time playing at Barclays.