NHL Power Rankings: 1-32 poll, remaining schedule strength

There are fewer than three weeks remaining in the 2024-25 NHL regular season, which ends April 17.

The races for playoff spots and seeding continue to be waged, and the opponents on each club's remaining schedule can be a differentiating factor.

This week, along with an updated set of Power Rankings, we'll also examine each team's strength of schedule, courtesy of Stathletes.

How we rank: A panel of ESPN hockey commentators, analysts, reporters and editors sends in a 1-32 poll based on the games through Wednesday, which generates our master list.

Note: Previous ranking for each team refers to the previous edition, published March 21. Points percentages are through Thursday's games.

1. Washington Capitals

Previous ranking: 1