Nashville Predators: Power Rankings show fight for playoff position

NASHVILLE, TN - MARCH 10: The Nashville Predators starting line hold hands with Children's Hospital patients during the National Anthem on Hockey Fights Cancer night prior an NHL game against the New Jersey Devils at Bridgestone Arena on March 10, 2018 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by John Russell/NHLI via Getty Images) /

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Middle of the pack

#6 – San Jose Sharks

Last Week’s Ranking: #6

Record Last Week: 1-2-0

The Sharks hold down second place in the Pacific Division, but only by a single point. Last week, the Sharks floundered at home, losing two winnable games. The Columbus Blue Jackets struggle on the road, yet held the Sharks to two goals. The Washington Capitals shut the Sharks out. Now, they are without Brent Burns for a while. If things don’t turn around, the Sharks’ season will be beached soon.

#5 – Anaheim Ducks

Last Week’s Ranking: #7

Record Last Week: 2-2-0

This was a tough call. Honestly, the Ducks could be #7 this week, but this just feels like the right position. The week started off great, beating the Capitals and Chicago Blackhawks at home. Then, Nashville doubled up the Ducks in Bridgestone, which was followed up by a Ducks’ loss in Dallas. So, in terms of record for the week and looking at common opponents, the Ducks rank higher. Give how tight the race is in the Western Conference, this will change soon.

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