Ranking All 32 NHL Teams Offenses 2023 From WORST To FIRST

Goals, Goals, Goals. Everybody loves goals. Fans love to watch them and players love to score them. It’s how you win hockey games. However, it’s also a fact that some teams are just better at scoring goals than others. With a league full of high powered offenses, we look at which teams rank at the bottom and which rank at the top. These are the 32 NHL offenses ranked worst to first.

32. Chicago Blackhawks

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – JANUARY 19: A view of the jersey logo of the Chicago Blackhawks during an NHL game against the Philadelphia Flyers at the Wells Fargo Center on January 19, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Len Redkoles/NHLI via Getty Images

The Blackhawks really don’t do a lot well these days, and their ability to score goals is no different. They had an awful power play and averaged just 2.49 goals per game last season. Bedard might boost these stats, but not by much.

31. Anaheim Ducks

MONTREAL, QC – JANUARY 27: View of a Anaheim Ducks logo on a jersey during the Anaheim Ducks versus the Montreal Canadiens game on January 27, 2022, at Bell Centre in Montreal, QC (Photo by David Kirouac/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images

Averaging 2.55 goals per game last year and finding themselves in the top 3 worst powerplays in the league, Anaheim was certainly not an offensive powerhouse. Seeing as their strength appears to be mostly defense, don’t expect much to change.

30. Columbus Blue Jackets

COLUMBUS, OH – OCTOBER 7: A detail of the logo of the Columbus Blue Jackets during the game against the Buffalo Sabres on October 7, 2019 at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio. (Photo by Kirk Irwin/Getty Images)

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A lack of star power showed itself in Columbus’ inability to put the puck in the net. They averaged 2.61 goals per game last season. A new coach might change that, but don’t hold your breath.

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29. Philadelphia Flyers

MONTREAL, QC – DECEMBER 16: A detailed view of the Philadelphia Flyers’ logo seen on a jersey during overtime against the Montreal Canadiens at Centre Bell on December 16, 2021 in Montreal, Canada. The Montreal Canadiens defeated the Philadelphia Flyers 3-2 in a shootout. (Photo by Minas Panagiotakis/Getty Images)

2.71 goals per game is a decent jump from the team below them, but it’s still not a great number. Philly’s awful powerplay certainly didn’t help anything.

28. Arizona Coyotes

WASHINGTON, DC – OCTOBER 29: A detailed view of the Arizona Coyotes logo on the jersey worn by Johan Larsson #22 of the Arizona Coyotes during the third period of the game against the Washington Capitals at Capital One Arena on October 29, 2021 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)

At least they’re not last. That’s about the only good thing you can say about this offense. They boast a 2.78 goals per game average and a barely middle of the pack powerplay.

27. Nashville Predators

MONTREAL, CANADA – JANUARY 12: A detailed view of the Nashville Predators’ logo during the second period against the Montreal Canadiens at Centre Bell on January 12, 2023 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. The Montreal Canadiens defeated the Nashville Predators 4-3. (Photo by Minas Panagiotakis/Getty Images

It’s hard to see Nashville this low, seeing as what they used to be. A powerplay that is a shell of what it used to be and 2.79 goals per game average finds Nashville in a rough spot. Hopefully goaltending and defense makes up for it.

26. Montreal Canadiens

MONTREAL, QC – JANUARY 29: A detailed view of a Montreal Canadiens’ logo is seen during warmups prior to the game against the Edmonton Oilers at Centre Bell on January 29, 2022 in Montreal, Canada. The Edmonton Oilers defeated the Montreal Canadiens 7-2. (Photo by Minas Panagiotakis/Getty Images)

A lowly offense might be the least of this team’s worries, but it certainly isn’t helping them. A 2.83 goals per game average makes sure Montreal stays towards the bottom of the league.

25. San Jose Sharks

SAN JOSE, CALIFORNIA – OCTOBER 04: The logo on the San Jose Sharks on a jersey during their game against the Vegas Golden Knights at SAP Center on October 04, 2019 in San Jose, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)

The Sharks cannot get anything going for them. A 2.85 goals per game average won’t do them any favors, and looking at their roster, it’s not going to get any better.

24. Detroit Red Wings

MONTREAL, CANADA – JANUARY 26: A closeup view of the Detroit Red Wings’ logo during the first period against the Montreal Canadiens at Centre Bell on January 26, 2023 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. The Detroit Red Wings defeated the Montreal Canadiens 4-3 in overtime. (Photo by Minas Panagiotakis/Getty Images

The Red Wings have been the definition of mediocre and their offense certainly reflects that. Don’t expect their 2.93 goals per game to get much better this season.

23. New York Islanders

MONTREAL, CANADA – FEBRUARY 11: A closeup view of the New York Islanders’ logo during the second period against the Montreal Canadiens at Centre Bell on February 11, 2023 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. The Montreal Canadiens defeated the New York Islanders 4-3 in overtime. (Photo by Minas Panagiotakis/Getty Images

Losing John Tavares hurt this team badly. Their offense has been mediocre for years as shown by a 2.93 goals per game average last season. With the worst powerplay in the league to boot, struggles lay ahead to say the least.

22. Minnesota Wild

MONTREAL, QC – OCTOBER 25: View of a Minnesota Wild logo on a jersey worn by a member of the team at warm-up before the Minnesota Wild versus the Montreal Canadiens preseason game on October 25, 2022, at Bell Centre in Montreal, QC (Photo by David Kirouac/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images

As we reach the middle of the pack, we see numbers get better. Minnesota had a terrific powerplay, but they’re even strength offense wasn’t up to par. This left them with a 2.95 goals per game average.

21. Winnipeg Jets

WINNIPEG, CANADA – NOVEMBER 05: A detailed view of the Winnipeg Jets logo on the reverse retro jersey prior to NHL action against the Chicago Blackhawks at Canada Life Centre on November 05, 2022 in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. (Photo by Jonathan Kozub/NHLI via Getty Images

A powerplay that was middle of the pack, bolstered by decent 5 on 5 play, saw Winnipeg with a 3 goals per game average. With their top goalie and top scorer both planning on leaving after this season, expect this issue to get much worse.

20. Washington Capitals

WASHINGTON, DC – OCTOBER 29: A detailed view of the Washington Capitals logo on the jersey of Ilya Samsonov #30 during the third period of the game against the Arizona Coyotes at Capital One Arena on October 29, 2021 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)

Alexander Ovechkin can only carry you so far guys. A terrific powerplay makes up decent numbers for Washington, but it’s far from the offense they used to be, scoring 3.11 goals per game.

19. Calgary Flames

WASHINGTON, DC – NOVEMBER 25: A detailed view of the jersey logo worn by the Calgary Flames during the game against the Washington Capitals at Capital One Arena on November 25, 2022 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images

The Flames’ offense is their best quality. Well, except maybe goaltending. They have middle of the pack powerplay but more than make up for it with even strength play, bolstering a 3.17 goals per game average.

18. Ottawa Senators

MONTREAL, QC – FEBRUARY 25: View of a Ottawa Senators logo on a jersey worn by a member of the team at warm-up before the Ottawa Senators versus the Montreal Canadiens game on February 25, 2023, at Bell Centre in Montreal, QC (Photo by David Kirouac/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images

The Senators are the fastest rising team in the league. Their offensive numbers are sure to get better as well. Right now they sit at a 3.18 goals per game which is identical to the league average. Veterans like Claude Giroux are looking to make that even better.

17. Pittsburgh Penguins

MONTREAL, QC – OCTOBER 17: View of a Pittsburgh Penguins logo on a jersey worn by a team memner at warm-up before the Pittsburgh Penguins versus the Montreal Canadiens game on October 17, 2022, at Bell Centre in Montreal, QC (Photo by David Kirouac/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images

With their top scorers aging or leaving the team, it’s unlikely Pittsburgh remains above average for long. However, having Sid the Kid is still good enough for a 3.20 goals per game average.

16. St. Louis Blues

MONTREAL, QC – JANUARY 07: View of a St. Louis Blues logo on a jersey worn by a member of the team during the St. Louis Blues versus the Montreal Canadiens game on January 07, 2023, at Bell Centre in Montreal, QC (Photo by David Kirouac/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images

A decent offense is about all St. Louis has to brag about. They had a 3.21 goals per game average last season and a decent powerplay. If St. Louis wants to succeed they’ll have to keep that up.

15. Carolina Hurricanes

MONTREAL, CANADA – APRIL 01: A closeup view of the Carolina Hurricanes’ logo during the first period against the Montreal Canadiens at Centre Bell on April 1, 2023 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. The Carolina Hurricanes defeated the Montreal Canadiens 3-0. (Photo by Minas Panagiotakis/Getty Images

One of the best teams in the league is of course going to have an above average offense. With a 3.22 goals per game average, Carolina is capable of putting the puck in the net enough times to get the job done.

14. New York Rangers

MONTREAL, QC – OCTOBER 16: A close-up detail of the New York Rangers logo seen during the second period against the Montreal Canadiens at Centre Bell on October 16, 2021 in Montreal, Canada. The New York Rangers defeated the Montreal Canadiens 3-1. (Photo by Minas Panagiotakis/Getty Images)

With one of the league’s best powerplays and a 3.30 goals per game average, the Rangers knew how to score. You can expect them to keep that knowledge throughout the next season.

13. Toronto Maple Leafs

MONTREAL, QC – SEPTEMBER 29: View of a Toronto Maple Leafs logo on a jersey worn by a member of the team at warm-up before the Toronto Maple Leafs versus the Montreal Canadiens preseason game on September 29, 2023, at Bell Centre in Montreal, QC (Photo by David Kirouac/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images

Having some of the league’s top scorers can certainly help bolster your offense. On the back of a phenomenal powerplay the Leafs bolster a 3.35 goals per game average. Hopefully they can carry that and win some playoff series.

12. Colorado Avalanche

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – DECEMBER 23: Samuel Girard #49 of the Colorado Avalanche skates on the ice during a game against the Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena on December 23, 2019 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

One of the league’s most well rounded teams, Colorado can do everything well, including putting the puck into the net. They bolster a darn good powerplay, and their consistent even strength play sees them hold a respectable 3.36 goals per game average.

11. Vancouver Canucks

MONTREAL, QC – NOVEMBER 09: View of a Vancouver Canucks logo on a jersey worn by a member of the team during the Vancouver Canucks versus the Montreal Canadiens game on November 09, 2022, at Bell Centre in Montreal, QC (Photo by David Kirouac/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images

The Canucks failed to make the playoffs again last season, but that doesn’t stop them from having one of the league’s better offenses. Their impressive powerplay carried them quite a bit, but they still had a 3.37 goals per game average and that’s to be respected.

10. Dallas Stars

MONTREAL, QC – MARCH 17: A detailed view of the Dallas Stars logo is seen during the overtime period against the Montreal Canadiens at Centre Bell on March 17, 2022 in Montreal, Canada. The Dallas Stars defeated the Montreal Canadiens 4-3 in overtime. (Photo by Minas Panagiotakis/Getty Images

With their powerplay, its no surprise they can put the puck in the net. Add that on top of having some of the best offensive players in the league, and you have a 3.41 goals per game average.

9. Los Angeles Kings

MONTREAL, QC – DECEMBER 10: View of a Los Angeles Kings logo on a jersey worn by a member of the team during the Los Angeles Kings versus the Montreal Canadiens game on December 10, 2022, at Bell Centre in Montreal, QC (Photo by David Kirouac/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images

It wasn’t long ago when the Kings’ biggest issue was their ability to score. Now they sit in the top ten of the league with a 3.41 goals per game and a powerplay over 25 percent. Talk about your glow ups.

8. New Jersey Devils

NEWARK, NJ – OCTOBER 04: The jersey of Blake Coleman #20 of the New Jersey Devils is seen during the third period against the Winnipeg Jets at the Prudential Center on October 4, 2019 in Newark, New Jersey. (Photo by Adam Hunger/Getty Images)

What can’t the Devils do? The third straight team to have a 3.41 goals per game average, they find themselves ranked above the other two teams simply because I think this offense is going to keep improving every single year.

7. Florida Panthers

WASHINGTON, DC – APRIL 08: A general view of the Florida Panthers jersey logo during the second period of the game against the Washington Capitals at Capital One Arena on April 8, 2023 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images

This offense really shined in the playoffs last season and was a big reason they made the Finals. They score 3.42 goals per game on average and have multiple guys capable of scoring twenty to thirty goals per year.

6. Tampa Bay Lightning

MONTREAL, QC – MARCH 21: View of a Tampa Bay Lightning logo on a jersey worn by a member of the team during the Tampa Bay Lightning versus the Montreal Canadiens game on March 21, 2023, at Bell Centre in Montreal, QC (Photo by David Kirouac/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images

The Lightning have consistently been one of the top offenses in the league for years, and this season should be no different even with their weathered roster. Last season they had scored 3.45 goals per game on average and I expect them to hover around that same mark this season.

5. Vegas Golden Knights

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – OCTOBER 28: Nicolas Roy #10 of the Vegas Golden Knights takes a break during a stop in play in the third period of a game against the Anaheim Ducks at T-Mobile Arena on October 28, 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Golden Knights defeated the Ducks 4-0. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

The top 5. The elite of the elite. Here we find the reigning champions. Another extremely well rounded team, Vegas scored 3.46 goals per game on average last season. I expect them to falter a bit from there, given that some guys may have over performed, but still be top 5.

4. Seattle Kraken

NEWARK, NJ – FEBRUARY 09: A general view of the Seattle Kraken jersey logo prior to the game against the New Jersey Devils on February 9, 2023 at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey. (Photo by Rich Graessle/NHLI via Getty Images

What a turnaround Seattle had. The bottom of the league to playoff contender, and an offensive powerhouse to boot. They scored 3.47 goals per game on average last season and adding Kailer Yamamoto will only help that. If they could boost their powerplay a bit, this team will be a pain in the neck for most defenses.

3. Buffalo Sabres

BUFFALO, NY – JANUARY 14: A general view of the Buffalo Sabres logo on a jersey during the game against the Washington Capitals at KeyBank Center on January 14 , 2021 in Buffalo, New York. (Photo by Kevin Hoffman/Getty Images

On the back of Tage Thompson’s 94 point season, Buffalo’s offense has become quite the spectacle. They scored 3.61 goals per game last season and I expect that to improve.

2. Boston Bruins

MONTREAL, QC – MARCH 21: A detailed view of the Boston Bruins’ logo is seen during the second period against the Montreal Canadiens at Centre Bell on March 21, 2022 in Montreal, Canada. The Boston Bruins defeated the Montreal Canadiens 3-2 in overtime. (Photo by Minas Panagiotakis/Getty Images)

The Bruins may struggle to keep this spot after losing some of their best players, but having top scorers like Brad Marchand will keep them steady. They scored 3.73 goals per game last season and had a great powerplay to boot. If they do drop, it won’t be much.

1. Edmonton Oilers

MONTREAL, CANADA – FEBRUARY 12: A detailed view of the Edmonton Oilers’ logo during the third period against the Montreal Canadiens at Centre Bell on February 12, 2023 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. The Montreal Canadiens defeated the Edmonton Oilers 6-2. (Photo by Minas Panagiotakis/Getty Images

It should be no surprise to anyone who takes the top spot. With a powerplay at almost 35 percent, and a group of killers that consists of guys like Connor McDavid and Leon Draisatl, it’s no wonder Edmonton has the scariest offense in the NHL. I see no reason that changes at all this season. Try not to take any penalties against this team.

Ranking All 32 NHL Teams Offenses From WORST To FIRST For The 2023 Season