2025-26 Ranking the NHL's Top 25 Centers
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2025-26 Ranking the NHL's Top 25 Centers
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In this episode of Overtime Hockey Talk, we dive into our ranking of the top 25 centers in the NHL. We recap our recent lists of top goalies and defenders, and then debate the criteria for ranking centers, considering positions and fantasy value. We discuss notable players who just missed the cut, including Robert Thomas and Mika Zibanejad, and then count down our top 25 centers. Discussions include analysis of Sidney Crosby’s potential trade value, Auston Matthews' health concerns, and the breakout potential of Connor Bedard and Jack Hughes. We also preview our upcoming episodes focusing on right and left wingers.
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00:00 Introduction and Overview
00:54 Criteria for Ranking Centers
05:16 Just Missed the List
07:09 Top 25 Centers: 25 to 21
13:57 Top 25 Centers: 20 to 16
19:31 Top 25 Centers: 15 to 11
27:14 Top 10 Centers: Mark Scheifele and Connor Bedard
30:17 Jack Hughes and Injury Concerns
31:10 Braden Point and Tampa Bay's Prospects
32:59 Austin Matthews: Talent and Health Issues
35:41 Jack Eichel's Potential Breakout
37:28 Sidney Crosby's Future and Trade Speculations
39:41 Top 4 Centers: Barkov, Draisaitl, McKinnon, and McDavid
47:48 Upcoming Episodes: Wingers and Team Breakdowns