NHL Playoff Legends: Top Career Scorers for Every Team
As the NCAA basketball tournament approaches, NHL fans eagerly anticipate the postseason as well. Here’s a comprehensive look at the top playoff scorers for all 32 NHL teams, highlighting legends who have left a mark on their franchise during the playoff battles.
With the NCAA men’s and women’s basketball tournaments on the horizon, excitement fills the air, inspiring a unique exploration of NHL playoff history. This article dives into the legends of postseason play, identifying the top career playoff scorers for each of the 32 NHL teams. Utilizing the NHL’s official records, we’ve compiled a list showcasing the athletes who have made significant contributions to their franchises during the high-stakes games. This ranking comes from a poll of ESPN hockey commentators, analysts, reporters, and editors, reflecting performances through March 15, 2024.
Ranking Methodology
How We Rank: The rankings are derived from a combined poll conducted by a panel at ESPN, based on performance metrics leading up to the publication date.
- 32 teams evaluated for top playoff scorers.
- Rankings reflect results as of March 15, 2024.
- The top scorer data sourced from the NHL’s official records site.
Team Highlights: Postseason Scoring Leaders
Washington Capitals
Previous ranking: 2
Points percentage: 71.21%
Alex Ovechkin leads with an impressive 141 points in 151 playoff games. As he eyes historic milestones this season, he continues to be a pivotal player during the postseason.
Upcoming Matches: @ SJ (March 15), vs. DET (March 18), vs. PHI (March 20)
Winnipeg Jets
Previous ranking: 1
Points percentage: 71.21%
Blake Wheeler holds the franchise record with 39 points in 44 playoff games, showcasing his consistency as a postseason performer.
Upcoming Matches: vs. DAL (March 14), @ SEA (March 16), @ VAN (March 18), @ EDM (March 20)
Dallas Stars
Previous ranking: 3
Points percentage: 67.19%
Mike Modano scored 145 points in 174 career playoff games, leading the franchise across both its iterations.
Upcoming Matches: @ WPG (March 14), @ COL (March 16), vs. ANA (March 18), vs. TB (March 20)
Other Notable Team Leaders
Florida Panthers
Aleksander Barkov dominates with 59 postseason points, a key factor in the Panthers’ resurgence as a Stanley Cup contender.
Las Vegas Golden Knights
Jonathan Marchessault tops playoff points with 75, proving essential during crucial high-stakes games.
New Jersey Devils
Patrik Elias is the franchise’s all-time playoff scoring leader with 125 points, a remarkable achievement underscoring his legacy.
Concluding Thoughts
This analysis of NHL playoff legends highlights the extraordinary performances by some of hockey’s greatest athletes during the intensifying playoff period. With the playoffs approaching, fans and players alike look forward to more exciting moments as these talented players contribute to their teams’ legacies.
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