NHL Power Rankings: Chicago Blackhawks Trending Toward Bubble Team

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7. Washington Capitals
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After going 6-2-1 in its last nine games, Washington is back atop the Metropolitan Division. Defenseman John Carlson has been instrumental in this streak, leading the team with nine points (2G, 7A) in that time. Washington visits Carolina today before not playing again until Sunday against the St. Louis Blues, when they open a quick, two-game homestand.