Pass the cranberry sauce and prepare for a special Thanksgiving edition of the power rankings. Teams have plenty to be grateful for, from a sparkling new arena to a bold new jersey, from emerging young talents to reliable veterans.
This comes a month too late for the seven Canadian teams, but here’s what every team should be thankful for this (holiday) season.
32. Ottawa Senators
Last week: 31
Record: 4-11-1
Tim Stützle. The 19-year-old forward could get his first chance at center in Wednesday’s game against the Sharks. On a line with Nick Paul and Connor Brown, Stützle could provide the team with a spark after a 1-7-1 skid.