Bauer NAHL Power Rankings: Mudbugs and Minotauros Set the Pace hreveport and Minot hold the top two spots, while surging Janesville and Ogden climb

The NAHL season is grinding through November, and the powerhouses are beginning to separate themselves from the pack. The South and Central Divisions continue to flex their muscles at the top, while a few hot streaks have shaken up the middle tier. As the season progresses, these are the top fifteen teams in the league, with rankings determined strictly by points percentage, goal differential, and current momentum.

1. Shreveport Mudbugs (18 GP, 14-2-1-1) Sitting on 30 points with a massive +30 goal differential, the Mudbugs continue to dictate the pace of the South Division. Despite a slight stumble to snap their winning streak, they rely on an 8-0-1-1 stretch over their last ten games to hold onto the number one spot.

2. Minot Minotauros (15 GP, 12-3-0-0) The Minotauros hold the top spot in the Central Division with 24 points in just 15 games. Sitting idle this past weekend, they remain one of the most dangerous teams in the league and are backed by an impressive 9-1-0-0 run in their last ten matchups.

3. Lone Star Brahmas (17 GP, 13-3-0-1) The Brahmas remain a defensive juggernaut in the South, allowing just 38 goals against all season. They sit at 27 points and continue to grind out gritty victories against tough divisional opponents, adding another win to their resume this weekend.

4. Bismarck Bobcats (17 GP, 12-4-1-0) With 25 points and a lethal +27 goal differential, the Bobcats are proving to be a highly potent offensive threat. Even after dropping a contest this weekend, they keep the pressure squarely on Minot in the Central Division standings.

5. Ogden Mustangs (15 GP, 9-2-0-4) The Mustangs are maximizing their games in hand, riding a massive five-game winning streak to vault into the top five. A 6-2-0-2 run over their last ten proves they are finding their offensive rhythm at the perfect time.

6. Janesville Jets (18 GP, 13-5-0-0) The Jets are an absolute offensive wagon right now, leading the entire league with 82 goals scored. They are on a seven-game winning streak, highlighted by a thrilling Friday overtime win against Wisconsin to capture the Milk Can Trophy.

7. Anchorage Wolverines (16 GP, 11-4-0-1) The Wolverines are finding their rhythm in the Midwest, backed by a scoring attack that has netted 78 goals. Securing two consecutive wins over the weekend keeps them steadily climbing the ladder with 23 points.

8. Maryland Black Bears (19 GP, 13-5-1-0) Maryland continues to set the pace in the East Division with 27 points. They are a battle-tested group that knows how to execute on special teams and secure tough points, adding another victory to their column this weekend.

9. Northeast Generals (17 GP, 11-4-0-2) The Generals are keeping the heat on Maryland in the East, boasting a +26 goal differential. Securing a crucial win this weekend, they rely on consistent execution across all three zones to stay right in the thick of the divisional race.

10. Odessa Jackalopes (17 GP, 12-5-0-0) Matching Northeast in points percentage, the Jackalopes lean on a stifling defense that has allowed only 35 goals this year. A tough weekend loss snapped their momentum slightly, but they maintain their standing in the unforgiving South Division.

11. Fairbanks Ice Dogs (16 GP, 10-4-0-2) Despite a recent four-game slide, Fairbanks remains a grueling matchup on any given night. Their +30 goal differential shows they are a resilient group capable of blowing games wide open when their offense clicks.

12. Aberdeen Wings (14 GP, 9-5-0-0) The Wings sit at 18 points with several games in hand on their Central Division rivals. Picking up a victory in their recent action, a 7-3-0-0 run in their last ten proves they are finding their stride as the winter months approach.

13. Corpus Christi IceRays (15 GP, 9-5-0-1) The IceRays are navigating the brutal South Division schedule with poise. Sitting idle this weekend with 19 points and a positive goal differential, they continue to prove they can skate with the top contenders in their division.

14. Minnesota Wilderness (18 GP, 11-7-0-0) The Wilderness have scored 83 goals this season and are riding an 8-2-0-0 stretch over their last ten. Securing two straight wins this weekend makes them one of the hottest and most dangerous teams in the Midwest right now.

15. Billings Cattle Punchers (18 GP, 10-6-2-0) The Cattle Punchers continue to battle hard in their expansion season, compiling 22 points. Adding another win this past weekend, they are fighting tooth and nail against established franchises to earn their spot in the top fifteen.

Grand Junction River Hawks (16 GP, 9-6-1-0)

Johnstown Tomahawks (16 GP, 8-5-1-2)

New Jersey Titans (20 GP, 9-6-2-3)

Philadelphia Rebels (20 GP, 11-8-1-0)

Watertown Shamrocks (16 GP, 8-6-2-0)

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Stephen Heisler