Flyers Fall to Bottom as Red Wings, Kraken Climb in Week 2 Rankings
The article ranks all 32 NHL teams after Week 2 of the 2026-27 season. Philadelphia sits last following an 0-7-0 start, while Chicago and Calgary have combined for one win in 11 games. Los Angeles remains winless, and Detroit and Seattle made the largest gains from the previous week.
Week 2 rankings place Philadelphia 32nd after an 0-7-0 start, a sharp reversal from a 2025-26 postseason series win. Chicago and Calgary sit just above at 31st and 30th, with one combined victory through 11 games. Los Angeles is also without a win, though its schedule has been difficult and its underlying metrics are not league-worst.
Detroit rose four spots and Seattle five, the week's biggest climbs. Detroit went 1-1-1, while Seattle improved to 4-2-0 after beating Washington, despite being outchanced and posting a 42.34% five-on-five expected-goal share. Vancouver stayed 29th after four regulation losses.
Early-season rankings may shape fan mood and media discussion more than standings alone, especially in Philadelphia, Chicago, Calgary, and Los Angeles, where poor starts could test patience. Players and coaches in those markets may face added scrutiny, while Detroit and Seattle supporters could gain cautious optimism. For the league, surprising rises and falls may draw attention to small-market clubs and keep national conversations focused on playoff races, though two weeks cannot predict long-term outcomes.