Every NHL team’s top-6 center duos, ranked from best to worst

The New York Times analyzed and ranked all 32 NHL teams' top-six center duos, grouping them into tiers rather than a strict 1-to-32 order due to thin margins between many teams. The exercise considered statistics such as point production, play-driving ability, and defensive impact, as well as contextual factors like linemate quality and age. Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl of the Edmonton Oilers were highlighted as the league's most unrivaled center duo.