The latest NHL Power Rankings highlight the Boston Bruins and Jeremy Swayman as they kick off the season with impressive performances amidst fierce competition in the Atlantic Division.

Key Highlights:

• Boston Bruins currently sit at 10th place with a record of 7-2-1. Swayman has been instrumental, boasting 7.97 goals saved above average, effectively compensating for the team's defensive lapses.

• Carolina Hurricanes lead the rankings with an 8-2-1 record, while Edmonton Oilers follow closely at 7-1-1, driven by the dynamic duo of Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl alongside newcomer Vasily Podkolzin.

• The Tampa Bay Lightning (7-2-0) utilize their depth on defense, while the Vegas Golden Knights (8-3-0) see rookie Trevor Connelly stepping up with seven points in ten games.

• Other notable performances include Brady Tkachuk of the Florida Panthers, who recorded the NHL's first back-to-back natural hat tricks since 1986, and Alexis Lafreniere of the New York Rangers, who is off to a strong start with 13 points in 11 games.

• The Winnipeg Jets and New Jersey Devils struggle with inconsistency, while the Los Angeles Kings remain the only team with just one loss, despite their low shooting percentage ranking 29th at 8.25%.

As the season progresses, the competition intensifies, and teams like the Bruins and Oilers are looking to solidify their standings in this unpredictable landscape.