The Colorado Avalanche remain the NHL's top-ranked team, with Nathan MacKinnon named the midseason fantasy MVP. The updated power rankings reflect the first half of the 2025-26 campaign, identifying the most valuable fantasy player for all 32 clubs. Analysts Sean Allen and Victoria Matiash made the selections.

Vegas Golden Knights and Buffalo Sabres surged into the top ten, while the Flyers, Penguins, and Rangers dropped. The rankings consider games through Wednesday, with points percentages calculated through Thursday. This midseason review helps fantasy managers assess player value and team performance as the playoff race intensifies.

The list features notable names like Nikita Kucherov for Tampa Bay and Jason Robertson for Dallas. Brandon Bussi is the surprising fantasy MVP for the Carolina Hurricanes, highlighting the importance of goaltending. With the second half underway, these rankings offer a snapshot of who's driving fantasy production.