MJHL Power Rankings – Week 20

 

RANKING TEAM LAST WEEK DETAILS
1. (44-8-3)
1st 
Steinbach clinched first in the MJHL last week with wins over Swan Valley, Dauphin and Winkler. They’ll kick off a three game home stand later this week. The Pistons are also 3rd on the CJHL Top 20 Rankings this week.
Schedule this week: @ Winnipeg on Wednesday, vs. Swan Valley on Friday & vs. Dauphin on Saturday
Player to watch: (F) Riese Gaber – 2G, 2A in last 3GP.
2. (37-17-2)
3rd
Virden finds themselves in second place coming into action this week. The Oil Capitals have won four straight with two games on their menu this week. Virden also found their way onto the CJHL Top 20, they’re an Honourable Mention.
Schedule this week: vs. Winnipeg on Thursday & @ Winkler on Saturday
Player to watch: (F) Tyler Kirkup – 3G, 3A in 3GP last week.
3. (35-15-5)
2nd
The Terriers are one point behind Virden with a game in hand and will hit the road for three straight starting on Sunday.
Schedule this week: vs. OCN on Wednesday & @ Wayway on Sunday
Player to watch: (F) Ryan Sokoloski – 4G, 1A in last 3GP.
4. (30-17-7)
5th
OCN has gained a little breathing room in the race for home ice advantage in the opening round of the post season. Right now the Blizzard are three points up on Winkler with two games in hand on the Flyers.
Schedule this week: @ Portage on Wednesday, @ Wayway on Friday & @ Neepawa on Saturday and Sunday
Player to watch: (F) Brayden Dale – 4G, 1A in 3GP last week.
5. (25-22-6)
6th
Two straight wins for the Stampeders as they look for more success away from home. Swan Valley continues a five game road swing this week.
Schedule this week: @ Steinbach on Friday, @ Winnipeg on Saturday & @ Winkler on Sunday
Player to watch: (F) Connor Navrot – 6A in last 4GP.
6. (26-21-6)
7th
The Winnipeg Blues have a shot at moving up to 5th in the standings. They’re six points back of Winkler and have three games in hand, but time is their biggest enemy at this point.
Schedule this week: vs. Steinbach on Wednesday, @ Virden on Thursday, vs. Swan Valley on Saturday & vs. Selkirk on Sunday
Player to watch: (F) Devon Skoleski – 4G in 2GP last week.
7. (32-24-0)
4th
Losers of three straight the Winkler Flyers look into their rear view mirror and see the Winnipeg Blues just six points back with three games in hand. Winkler will hope for some good home cooking as they begin a four game home stand this week.
Schedule this week: vs. Neepawa on Wednesday, vs. Virden on Saturday & vs. Swan Valley on Sunday
Player to watch: (F) Coltyn Bates – 1G, 5A in last 4GP.
8. (24-28-3)
8th
Neepawa comes into action this week five points behind Swan Valley for the final playoff spot with two extra games played. The Natives will need to win at least three of their last five games to have a shot at making it to the post season.
Schedule this week: @ Winkler on Wednesday & vs. OCN on Saturday and Sunday
Player to watch: (F) Jordan Martin – 1G, 7A in last 3GP.
9. (27-23-4)
9th
With one win in their last five the Selkirk Steelers continue to slip down the standings. Entering play this week they’re just four points up on Swan Valley for 8th place and seven points ahead of Neepawa who sit in 9th.
Schedule this week: @ Dauphin on Tuesday, vs. Dauphin on Friday & Winnipeg on Sunday
Player to Watch: (F) Nico Labossier – 1G, 1A in 3GP last week.
10. (13-39-2)
10th
A quiet week for the Kings resulted in two losses. Things get busier this week for the club as they continue to skate towards the regular season finish line.
Schedule this week: vs. Selkirk on Tuesday, @ Selkirk on Friday & @ Steinbach on Saturday
Player to watch: (G) Brennan Kitchen – 91 SV on 99 SA (.919 SV%) in 2 GP last week.
11. (7-43-4)
11th
Three losses last week have extended the Wolverines’ losing skid to seven games.
Schedule this week: vs. OCN on Friday & vs. Portage on Sunday
Player to watch: (F) Jesse Korytko – 2G in 3GP last week.