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NHL Power Rankings: Chicago Blackhawks Fall Out Of Top Spot

By Gregory Bradshaw
Mar 19, 2017; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Blackhawks center Jonathan Toews (19) celebrates with teammates after his goal during the third period of the game against the Colorado Avalanche at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Caylor Arnold-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 19, 2017; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Blackhawks center Jonathan Toews (19) celebrates with teammates after his goal during the third period of the game against the Colorado Avalanche at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Caylor Arnold-USA TODAY Sports /
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Mar 27, 2017; Buffalo, NY, USA; Buffalo Sabres center Jack Eichel (15) looks for the puck during the second period against the Florida Panthers at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 27, 2017; Buffalo, NY, USA; Buffalo Sabres center Jack Eichel (15) looks for the puck during the second period against the Florida Panthers at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-USA TODAY Sports /

23. Buffalo Sabres

Previous: No. 24

Record: 32-32-12 (76 points)

The Buffalo Sabres currently boast the league’s best powerplay percentage (24.5) along with sophomore Jack Eichel, who has been on a rampage since his return from injury. The season may be a lost cause, but it is certain that Eichel is the cornerstone of the Buffalo Sabres. With a better supporting cast, the Sabres will make their way into the playoffs in the coming years. The recent 5-2 victory over the Leafs proved the amount of potency on offense that Buffalo possesses.

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