NYR- 85 overall. No opportunities at the Stanley Cup for awhile after 2008. Jagr claims it is his last year. So NYR won't be rated this high for a long time.

Pitt- 84 ovr. A plethora of young studs. Reechi & Roberts will fall under the category of overated veterans. Something that EA always does.

Phi- 83 ovr. If Forsberg pulls a Roger Clemens then you'll see the Flyers on par with Pitt after a mid- season roster update.

NJ- 83 ovr. Their player never get much love in w/ EA's ratings. Possible 82 ovr.

NYI- 81 ovr. Worst team in NHL 08

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