NHL Power Rankings: Desert dogs stalking the leaders - SI.com

4. Los Angeles Kings

• Looks like Anze Kopitar has put his slow start behind him. With a four-point effort against the Red Wings on Monday night he now has three goals and 15 points in the nine games he’s played since Christmas. Last week: 2-0-1

15. Anaheim Ducks

• Has any player hurt his team with ill-conceived passes more often this season than Ryan Getzlaf? The captain had another vapor-lock moment on Sunday, handing the puck to Detroit’s Riley Sheahan for the deciding goal in 2–1 loss to the Wings. His poor decisions have led directly to at least three OT losses as well this season. Last week: 1-2-0

20. San Jose Sharks

• Coach Pete DeBoer said on Friday that he was looking for more production. His team delivered, scoring 12 times in wins over Toronto and Calgary. Defenseman Brent Burns is on a tear, with six goals and 11 points to show for a scoring streak that stands at seven games. Last week: 2-1-0

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