How I Created the Power Rankings
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Early Power Rankings: #1 – Tampa Bay Lightning
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Early Power Rankings: #2 – Pittsburgh Penguins
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Early Power Rankings: #3 – Washington Capitals
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Early Power Rankings: #4 – San Jose Sharks
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Early Power Rankings: #5 – St. Louis Blues
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Early Power Rankings: #6 – Montreal Canadiens
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Early Power Rankings: #7 – Florida Panthers
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