As weird as it sounds to say, I love that the Jets are 1st in the league right now, and none of their forwards made the list. They're doing it by committee, and their best player is arguably their goalie.
@@mattskionet they're playing through their longest road-trip of the season. 6 games in 11 days across 3 time zones including a back-to-back. A bit of a slump is to be expected. I wouldn't worry too much.
He broke out in Chicago after being dealt there when Colliton was the coach. The next two years weren’t as strong due to an injury and Chicago’s falling down the standings, but in Washington he’s had better pieces to dish to. Arizona wasted his potential.
@GizmoBeach He had a decent first year in Chicago he didn't break out. He's already put up more total points in Washington, his Face Off % has jumped up a bit, and this year he is playing a more complete game. He's improved every year in Washington really hope he can keep this pace.
@@Bixll09 My point is power rankings are based on recent performance, not on the whole season. Hockey Guy says explicitly that this list accounts for stats through November, and specifically how they are playing "right now". Nate is still an MVP candidate for the season if he can get back into form, though 2 points in the last 6 games does not get you on this list. MacKinnon's most recent goal was 9 games ago. He's scored 2 goals this month, in 12 games.
Arizona gave up on him (and Perlini) pretty quick, but Schmaltz alone has been a successful return. Although he’s having an odd season for Utah: 17 points, all assists so far.
If y'all disagree heavily with this list, what I recommend is to start a RUclips channel and post high-quality content multiple times per day for almost a decade. You can make all the power-rankings your heart desires. Oh, and don't forget to buy every team's jersey and a whiteboard too!
If they're commenting, they already have a channel. Just most of them have no content, but you don't have to do anything special to upload a video and make it public. I have a few, some of the worst video on YT, but they were made for particular purposes.
It's always interesting to see people getting all worked up because they don't agree 🙄 It's Shannon's power rankings, so he can do them any way he likes to. Nobody gets a trophy anyways, remember. By all means, list your own rankings, good luck trying to get everyone to agree with yours.
Eichel deserved to be higher on this list. Players with same # games, less points, less +/-, and less even strength shouldnt be listed above him, especially when you add in Eichels defensive abilities. All too often, many of the other forwards here are defensive liabilities which in the end wont win them a cup. That said Eichel is tied with MacKinnon in points with 1 more goal but one less assist and sits at #2 in assists and points overall for nhl.
@@merz5050 THG is bound by agreement with Bettman to include McDavid in any video applicable. As for Point, the 11 is different and that must mean something. /s
Rare cold streak for Nate Dogg right now. He's actually been dangerous in several games even where he hasn't produced points. He's about to be let off the leash, possibly as soon as tonight.
I'm a little surprised Kucerov is not on this list. Point is a great finisher but Kucherov is great at all offensive aspects of the game. Kucherov has 17 points in 12 games for the month of November which is as good as some other guys on the list but I suspect he, like Point, has a low +/- rating, so I can see him down near the bottom of the list. I guess I am saying I would put him in at #11, if not higher. Just my 2 cents.
Lmao, Eichel's defensive game has improved immensely to be just below average. He used to be among the worst in the league, so kudos to him for improving, but give your head a shake. The last Selke Trophy voting (best defensive forward) had 40 players receiving votes, in which Eichel deservedly received ZERO. 'Nuff said.
Yup he doesn’t consider defense… that’s why Necas is at the top ROFLMAO stay salty, he ranked defensively responsible forwards higher than Eichel for a reason- THEYRE PERFORMING BETTER
Not that crazy to think about. Looking past Kuch, Kaprizov, and Panarin as the 3 best players on their team who are playing the wing, Marner is right up there with Reinhart and Rantanen
@@teapea8184 Very much agreed, If you list the top 50 goal scorers in the league I'd rank matthews 1st of players I'd never want on my team. I mean obviously if he had a normal contract I'd change my mind. But for that cap hit, and his bad attitude I'd rank him as one of the wort of the top 50. Imagine if thy could trade matthews for 2 forwards both making 50% of his salary. I think it's an easy to assume the team would be much better off. The team should have traded him when they had the chance.
There's always gonna be someone left out any way you slice it. It was Konecny now. But if its Eichel or Point we would say they got snubbed. Nobody wins lol
I need to remember that these power rankings are subject to change, and our based of what’s currently happening. I am however a strong believer that if that 2015 draft class is re done big Meeks is ahead of marne.
That's nice, but when the topic is about someone's favourite fruit, complaining that you like mashed potatoes more than bananas is, well, bananas. Btw, Marner is one of the best and most responsible forwards in the league defensively. Rantanen is a great player, but Marner gets the nod from me for his complete game.
Chicago must not have used him right, or maybe he didn’t have the right players with him. Ever since Strome got to Washington he’s been great, and he’s getting better every year. Sounds like a Chicago problem, still stuck in a rebuild
@ben_cross21 yes, he didn't have the players with him to be successful. But also disagree that Chicago is stuck in a rebuild. This is our first year where we aren't trying to be bad.
Question for THG or anyone in the chat. I live in Virginia and want to make it up to catch a game in Canada. Between Toronto, Ottawa and Montreal, any recommendations on which I should go to? I’m a Wild fan but don’t necessarily need to see them play. Just wanna catch a game in Canada!
It is probably easier to get tickets to a game in Ottawa, and likely lower cost. The issue with Ottawa is that the arena is out in the far suburbs so less nightlife if that’s your thing. Best game day experience would be Montreal with a lively crowd and active restaurant and bar scene in the vicinity of the arena.
Go to stubhub and look at games around the time you want to be there. If it were me, I'd choose Toronto or Montreal. As always, location within the venue matters. As an example, for the next Toronto home game (against Chicago) there are sub-$100 tickets available, but they are in the upper deck corners. As you will be in an unfamiliar location, if you need to park I would look at some of the parking apps like parkwhiz to find and book a parking spot.
I had a reply that I don't see, so might have been too much detail and looked like spam. Anyway, use a ticket service to check for seats at your desired venue. If you will need to park, then use an app that checks and books a spot. My preference would be Toronto or Montreal, for the history. There is an interesting Minn road trip coming up if it fits your timeframe: Jan 29 2025 7:00 PM Minnesota Wild at Toronto Maple Leafs Jan 30 2025 7:00 PM Minnesota Wild at Montreal Canadiens Feb 01 2025 7:00 PM Minnesota Wild at Ottawa Senators
@@katemcdonald3634 Hockey Guy says this list accounts for stats through November, but more specifically is based on how they are playing "right now". MacKinnon's most recent goal was 9 games ago. He's scored 2 goals this month, in 12 games. In the most recent 2 weeks, he's had only 2 points in 6 games, one of which was an EN assist. I think it's pretty fair for him to miss this list if one of the criteria is how they are "right now", as Nate's production has went cold the 2nd half of the month.
@@lilpigboy fair enough, but I was thinking more in terms of just comparing players. If you just compare the top 10 players there's less seperation between the top and bottom than if you name 16-20.
@@paulschmitz9175 that's not how power rankings work. It doesn't go by all time stats or even season stats but rather how well they are playing currently. Since he is injured and can't play then he would be a 0 on power rankings.
Good Lord man, would love to hear GM's reactions to some of those guys being placed over Barkov and Eichel... Marner?!?! Draisaitl?! Showing up and winning in the playoffs is still the main goal here yes? Also I do get the reason people do these lists and really enjoy your content.
Tell me you don’t watch hockey without telling me you don’t watch hockey. Your biased list is based on “oh their name is more potent so they should be higher” They are currently playing terrible, and are lower on the list. I stg people can never be pleased and always have some negative to say.
Why does my brain want to read this as "Power Forward Rankings"
that would be super fun!
I’m glad I’m not the only one 😂
I was so confused to see point at #11. Had to reread the title 🤣
WE NEED MORE POWER!!
I read that too. 😂
Haven't watched yet, but I disagree with this ranking 😂😉
I also haven’t watched it, but disagree with your take.
I haven't watched either, but I disagree with your take, @@connorkenney6938
Nor have I watched it but what was THG thinking putting that guy so high or low?
Why did THG put that guy over that guy? Is he stupid?
NECAS NUMBER 1 WHO could have saw that coming 😭 We love pleasant surprises tho
My "please don't trade Necas, he's about to pop off" predictions are coming true this year.
Dylan Strome has been absolute money. Caps made off like bandits with that signing.
Travis konecny has been extremely underrated so far
@@flixz_ark3224 i came here to say the same thing
Justice for tk
As weird as it sounds to say, I love that the Jets are 1st in the league right now, and none of their forwards made the list. They're doing it by committee, and their best player is arguably their goalie.
i do not foresee any arguments from anyone about vezina-buyck
Well, plus they're sagging right now. Which is bumming me out.
*tied for first
@@mattskionet they're playing through their longest road-trip of the season. 6 games in 11 days across 3 time zones including a back-to-back. A bit of a slump is to be expected. I wouldn't worry too much.
Stome has been a force to reckon with this year. It’s been fun to see him break out.
He broke out in Chicago after being dealt there when Colliton was the coach. The next two years weren’t as strong due to an injury and Chicago’s falling down the standings, but in Washington he’s had better pieces to dish to. Arizona wasted his potential.
@GizmoBeach He had a decent first year in Chicago he didn't break out.
He's already put up more total points in Washington, his Face Off % has jumped up a bit, and this year he is playing a more complete game. He's improved every year in Washington really hope he can keep this pace.
I can’t imagine Crosby or McKinnon ever missing from these lists, but the numbers don’t lie. Pasta too.
Mac tied for 2nd in the NHL and is the current MVP... I don't get what numbers are not telling the truth.
@@Bixll09 cuz Nate has went ice cold recently. 2 points in the last 6 games, one of which was an EN assist.
@@lilpigboy he's washed... trade him away
@@Bixll09 My point is power rankings are based on recent performance, not on the whole season. Hockey Guy says explicitly that this list accounts for stats through November, and specifically how they are playing "right now". Nate is still an MVP candidate for the season if he can get back into form, though 2 points in the last 6 games does not get you on this list. MacKinnon's most recent goal was 9 games ago. He's scored 2 goals this month, in 12 games.
Strome getting the respect he deseves! Love this. Chicago gave up on him and gave him away for nothing pretty much, what a finesse by the Capitals
Arizona gave up on him (and Perlini) pretty quick, but Schmaltz alone has been a successful return.
Although he’s having an odd season for Utah: 17 points, all assists so far.
If y'all disagree heavily with this list, what I recommend is to start a RUclips channel and post high-quality content multiple times per day for almost a decade. You can make all the power-rankings your heart desires. Oh, and don't forget to buy every team's jersey and a whiteboard too!
If they're commenting, they already have a channel. Just most of them have no content, but you don't have to do anything special to upload a video and make it public. I have a few, some of the worst video on YT, but they were made for particular purposes.
People can disagree...that's what makes these threads fun.
When were you elected president of the HG comment section?
RIP Mackinnon. Guy is missing.
Who?
Never heard of her.
just for Nov it's fair, MacKinnon was on fire but hit a slow patch
I like it!
If we're gonna go to a weird number like 11, why not 12? That's the normal number of forwards dressed for a game.
you really should start paying attention to travis konecny, he has been stellar
It's always interesting to see people getting all worked up because they don't agree 🙄
It's Shannon's power rankings, so he can do them any way he likes to. Nobody gets a trophy anyways, remember. By all means, list your own rankings, good luck trying to get everyone to agree with yours.
100p
Awesome list. Love the way your brain works, thanks for doing your thing for all us fans of hockey.
YEAH! LIST VIDEO!
I love this. Do this forever.
Excellent video. I am looking forward to the rankings again next month. Great choice in sweater by the way.
New THG format just dropped let's GO!
I love this. Do this forever.
Eichel deserved to be higher on this list. Players with same # games, less points, less +/-, and less even strength shouldnt be listed above him, especially when you add in Eichels defensive abilities. All too often, many of the other forwards here are defensive liabilities which in the end wont win them a cup. That said Eichel is tied with MacKinnon in points with 1 more goal but one less assist and sits at #2 in assists and points overall for nhl.
Dylan Larkin is on pace for 45 goals this season.
I think TK should take the 11 spot with 29 points
Ovie? In november: 9 GP - 10 G - 5 A - 15 PTS +10
hes injured
He didn't play enough games, we want high numbers across the board! /s
@@noahsmith4115 He still has the same amount of game played as McDavid!
@@simon-pierrelussier2775 McDavid 9 games and Point 7 games
@@merz5050 THG is bound by agreement with Bettman to include McDavid in any video applicable. As for Point, the 11 is different and that must mean something. /s
Eichel way too low, his 200 foot game has flourished.
Love seeing Strome get his flowers
Nate Dogg just out shot the Vegas 20 shots on goal.
Miko at least 50 goals, Nate Dogg 50 goals .
I had Strome on the bench tonight 😭
Thanks again man!
Maybe a first all-time power forward ranking next?
TK - TK - TK - TK
Ryan Strome watching this wondering 'what did I do?'😅
Where is John Scott?
The 2015 draft players are on hot streak right now 🔥
RUclips pays more during this time of year. Shannon knows what he is doing.
Strike while the adsense is hot!
as a beer league goalie I want back up goalie ranking please 🙏
Rare cold streak for Nate Dogg right now. He's actually been dangerous in several games even where he hasn't produced points. He's about to be let off the leash, possibly as soon as tonight.
Eichel at 10? Yikes hes been top 3 this year
Hard to ignore two ex-Sabres in the top 10
Come on THG, Eichel is a bit low on your list!!!
I’m a front runner for husband of the year after telling my wife to pick Necas up off waivers in our fantasy league
I'm a little surprised Kucerov is not on this list. Point is a great finisher but Kucherov is great at all offensive aspects of the game. Kucherov has 17 points in 12 games for the month of November which is as good as some other guys on the list but I suspect he, like Point, has a low +/- rating, so I can see him down near the bottom of the list. I guess I am saying I would put him in at #11, if not higher. Just my 2 cents.
Bratt once again underrated
Diabolical thumbnail
-Sabres fan
Eichel in the thumbnail against Sabres. Ouch...
Would love to see this with expected goals stats on players XD
Thanks for the video! Necas, Draisaitl, and Eichel were the top three of my MVP Hart trophy list.
I just realized, Cuylle didn't make the list.
2015 draft flexing its muscles
imagine both teams from the recent finals having 2 players each, in the top 10.....shocker.
Obviously, you don't consider defense or Eichel would be higher.
Lmao, Eichel's defensive game has improved immensely to be just below average. He used to be among the worst in the league, so kudos to him for improving, but give your head a shake.
The last Selke Trophy voting (best defensive forward) had 40 players receiving votes, in which Eichel deservedly received ZERO. 'Nuff said.
Yup he doesn’t consider defense… that’s why Necas is at the top
ROFLMAO stay salty, he ranked defensively responsible forwards higher than Eichel for a reason- THEYRE PERFORMING BETTER
There’s a Point in this list
Barkov should be one at every list.
Drafted Necas, Kaprizov, Strome, Eichel & Pointer this year 🔥 (7-0)
The PP specialist 😂
It's crazy to think Marner can do matthews job for him. In my opinion he's such a more useful player for the team.
Am just waiting for Matthews to return and somehow the team starts struggling.
MVP! MVP!
Not that crazy to think about. Looking past Kuch, Kaprizov, and Panarin as the 3 best players on their team who are playing the wing, Marner is right up there with Reinhart and Rantanen
Just wait till real (playoff) hockey starts, dude looks great during the all star game, but wait till the checking gets heavy
@@teapea8184 Very much agreed, If you list the top 50 goal scorers in the league I'd rank matthews 1st of players I'd never want on my team. I mean obviously if he had a normal contract I'd change my mind. But for that cap hit, and his bad attitude I'd rank him as one of the wort of the top 50. Imagine if thy could trade matthews for 2 forwards both making 50% of his salary. I think it's an easy to assume the team would be much better off. The team should have traded him when they had the chance.
Mcdavid not number 1 feels criminal
There's always gonna be someone left out any way you slice it. It was Konecny now. But if its Eichel or Point we would say they got snubbed. Nobody wins lol
If you do a bottom 6 forward power ranking you can call it-
'Power bottom rankings'
....I'll see myself out
Mats Näslund carrier would be great.
Career*
Kaprisov needs to be #1
Okay but can we get a Power Forward Power Ranking next?
Kuch is nowhere to be found. Interesting...
Dreams do come true
Marner above rantanen that’s awful
It's okay that you haven't been watching Marner's play during the 7-2 run for the Leafs without Matthews.
I need to remember that these power rankings are subject to change, and our based of what’s currently happening. I am however a strong believer that if that 2015 draft class is re done big Meeks is ahead of marne.
That's nice, but when the topic is about someone's favourite fruit, complaining that you like mashed potatoes more than bananas is, well, bananas.
Btw, Marner is one of the best and most responsible forwards in the league defensively. Rantanen is a great player, but Marner gets the nod from me for his complete game.
WHAT HAPPENED TO YESTERDAY'S "POWER RANKINGS"
Do a longer ranking, too few names.
Eichel too low but Shannon’s list. His opinion .
Reinhart is a killer.
Again, Strome wasn't good enough to play for us. He actually was a healthy scratch for a number of games.........................................
Chicago must not have used him right, or maybe he didn’t have the right players with him. Ever since Strome got to Washington he’s been great, and he’s getting better every year. Sounds like a Chicago problem, still stuck in a rebuild
@ben_cross21 yes, he didn't have the players with him to be successful. But also disagree that Chicago is stuck in a rebuild. This is our first year where we aren't trying to be bad.
WHAT HAPPENED TO YESTERDAY'S "POWER RANKINGS
They're on the channel now. They post every week on Sunday now at 6 AM Pacific.
Ovie still better numbers than some of these guys
If he wasn’t injured there’s no reason for him not to be top 5 on this list
Cale haha all hail Kale❤❤❤
So why isn't Kopitar on this list??
Question for THG or anyone in the chat. I live in Virginia and want to make it up to catch a game in Canada. Between Toronto, Ottawa and Montreal, any recommendations on which I should go to? I’m a Wild fan but don’t necessarily need to see them play. Just wanna catch a game in Canada!
It is probably easier to get tickets to a game in Ottawa, and likely lower cost. The issue with Ottawa is that the arena is out in the far suburbs so less nightlife if that’s your thing. Best game day experience would be Montreal with a lively crowd and active restaurant and bar scene in the vicinity of the arena.
@ I appreciate the input!
Go to stubhub and look at games around the time you want to be there. If it were me, I'd choose Toronto or Montreal. As always, location within the venue matters. As an example, for the next Toronto home game (against Chicago) there are sub-$100 tickets available, but they are in the upper deck corners. As you will be in an unfamiliar location, if you need to park I would look at some of the parking apps like parkwhiz to find and book a parking spot.
I had a reply that I don't see, so might have been too much detail and looked like spam. Anyway, use a ticket service to check for seats at your desired venue. If you will need to park, then use an app that checks and books a spot. My preference would be Toronto or Montreal, for the history. There is an interesting Minn road trip coming up if it fits your timeframe:
Jan 29 2025 7:00 PM Minnesota Wild at Toronto Maple Leafs
Jan 30 2025 7:00 PM Minnesota Wild at Montreal Canadiens
Feb 01 2025 7:00 PM Minnesota Wild at Ottawa Senators
It's all the ref's fault.
Whatever it is you say, it's wrong!
Nylander over point by far
frig yeah
All these even strength points equal small +/
Kucherov where?
And, you wrote the Avs jersey, because the real# forward is Georgiev, he has more assists against himself than anyone has 'goals for:'
Does MacKinnon not exist?? He has 18 points in month of November with a game left in the month
Should be at least 16 players on this list. This list is too short, especially if some teams are getting 2 players.
@@katemcdonald3634 Hockey Guy says this list accounts for stats through November, but more specifically is based on how they are playing "right now". MacKinnon's most recent goal was 9 games ago. He's scored 2 goals this month, in 12 games. In the most recent 2 weeks, he's had only 2 points in 6 games, one of which was an EN assist. I think it's pretty fair for him to miss this list if one of the criteria is how they are "right now", as Nate's production has went cold the 2nd half of the month.
@@lilpigboy fair enough, but I was thinking more in terms of just comparing players. If you just compare the top 10 players there's less seperation between the top and bottom than if you name 16-20.
My Caps Strome beat out McJesus!
Sabres tried to trade for necas too hahaha fml
No devils 😢
332 !!!...
How can you not have Ovechkin on the list? He was leading the NHL in goal scoring when he was injured.
@@paulschmitz9175 that's not how power rankings work. It doesn't go by all time stats or even season stats but rather how well they are playing currently. Since he is injured and can't play then he would be a 0 on power rankings.
Plus/minus i think that is an overrated stat.
??????
Its criminal you don't have Nico Hischier on this list.
He's not even the best Devil rn, let alone top 10 in the league rn
Time for the overrated 11 forwards
All the ones on this list own your poverty franchise babaloo
No Kyle Palmieri on here while he’s dragging around the isles lifeless corpse is CRAZY
Nico Hischier is the MOST underrated center in the entire NHL.
Marner only 7? Lame.
I guess the 200 foot game is not put into account.
MacKinnon must have retired
He pretty well has. 2 pts in the last 6 games, one of which was an EN assist. Hasn't scored for 3 weeks.
where’s aliaksei protas
Washington.
@@TheHockeyGuylol
@@TheHockeyGuy😭😭😭😭😭
@@TheHockeyGuy thanks 🤝
@@TheHockeyGuy That made me laugh.
I’m surprised that MacKinnon wasn’t on the list tbh.
I think Sam Reinhart leads the league in shorthanded goals (4) He should be in the top 3
Top 2 in goals
Uhmmm, Where is MacKinnon ??
I'd say about 15th or 16th
Colorado (Stealing THG's joke).
Stützle... come on :(
He basically carries the Sens around in his backpack.
Good Lord man, would love to hear GM's reactions to some of those guys being placed over Barkov and Eichel... Marner?!?! Draisaitl?! Showing up and winning in the playoffs is still the main goal here yes? Also I do get the reason people do these lists and really enjoy your content.
Power rankings is about how they are playing now.
@@TheHockeyGuy Half the viewers clearly skipped over you saying that based on the comment section, lol. "Where's Ovi?? Where's Nate dog??"
I am used to people skipping to the end and complaining.
@@TheHockeyGuy Gotcha yep understood. also thanks for the response, great channel, its a daily watch.
1 McDavid
2 McKinnon
3 Kucherov
4 Kaprizov
5 Draisaitl
6 Rantanen
7 Reinhart
8 Necas
9 Barkov
10 Eichel
The power rankings reflect who is playing the best right now.
Tell me you don’t watch hockey without telling me you don’t watch hockey.
Your biased list is based on “oh their name is more potent so they should be higher”
They are currently playing terrible, and are lower on the list.
I stg people can never be pleased and always have some negative to say.