USA TODAY Sports columnist Mike Brehm has released his mid-season grades for all 32 NHL teams as of November 1, 2026. The evaluation provides a snapshot of each franchise's performance through the early weeks of the 2026-27 campaign.
Brehm's analysis covers every team from the Atlantic to the Pacific Division, assigning letter grades based on results, roster construction, and early-season trends. The report serves as a benchmark for franchises as they navigate the lengthy regular season.
The grades reflect each team's start relative to preseason expectations, highlighting overachievers and underperformers across the league.
