2024-25 NHL Quarter Season Report: Grades for All 32 Teams
- As of late November 2024, the NHL season has reached its quarter mark.
- Positive Surprises Teams like the Winnipeg Jets, Minnesota Wild, and Washington Capitals have exceeded expectations.
- Team Grades Teams received letter grades based on performance.
NHL 2024-25 Season Quarter Review
As of late November 2024, the NHL season has reached its quarter mark. Most teams have played around 20 games. Here’s a look at the performance of several teams.
Positive Surprises
Teams like the Winnipeg Jets, Minnesota Wild, and Washington Capitals have exceeded expectations. In contrast, the Nashville Predators, Boston Bruins, and St. Louis Blues have struggled. Recent coaching changes reflect their challenges.
Team Grades
Teams received letter grades based on performance. The Carolina Hurricanes stand out with an A+ grade. They are currently on pace for over 120 points, showcasing strong offensive and defensive play.
Carolina Hurricanes
- Preseason Over/Under: 100.5 points
- Current Points Pace: 121.0 points
What’s Going Right:
The Hurricanes dominate in several categories:
- Top 10 in offense and defense
- Key players like Martin Necas, Andrei Svechnikov, and Sebastian Aho are performing well
- Excellent special teams (7th in power play, 8th in penalty kill)
- Emerging goalie Pyotr Kochetkov shows promise
What’s Going Wrong:
Frederik Andersen has had another injury, requiring knee surgery. His absence is concerning. The team has also struggled with turnovers at times. Despite these issues, their performance remains strong.
Overall Grade:
A+. The Hurricanes have not lost consecutive games this season and consistently respond well to challenges. If they maintain good health, they are strong contenders for the Eastern Conference title in the Stanley Cup Final.