Six weeks into the NHL season, some teams have shaken off their early jitters (see: Maple Leafs), others have crashed down to earth (see: Sabres).
However, team trajectories can be shaken up when a player catches fire. Look no further than Roope Hintz, who has seven goals during the Stars’ current five-game winning streak. This week’s power rankings shine a light on one thing trending upward for each team.
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32. Ottawa Senators
Last week: 32
Record: 4-14-1
Dylan Gambrell. The forward has played in just eight games this season, but he’s winning 58.