Top Three Centers In The NHL's Atlantic Division

The Hockey News has ranked the top three centers in the NHL's Atlantic Division heading into the 2026-27 season. Florida Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov tops the list despite missing the entire previous season, with the 31-year-old expected to reclaim his status as the division's premier center upon his return. The article notes that while the Atlantic Division lacks the very elite centers like Connor McDavid and Nathan MacKinnon, it boasts strong depth at the position compared to other NHL divisions.