Let's get this party started in Slovakia! Loaded with offensive stars like Patrick Kane, Johnny Gaudreau, and Jack Hughes, the U.S. debuts in first place in our 2019 Power Rankings, followed closely by Russia and Canada.

1		USA	In the room, guys never talk about 1933
2		RUS	“Kuch, you shoot.” “Oh no, Ovi! You shoot!”
3		CAN	Now the focus shifts back to Marner’s contract
4		SWE	Statistics provided by the Elias Sports Bureau
5		CZE	To win, we need more bald guys and mullets
6		FIN	Too many superstar egos
7		SUI	Scientists say another silver medal is due in 2025
8		GER	It’s Slovakia, ja? Why do they ask Leon about Holland?
9		LAT	Belarus! Dudes! Thank God! You had us worried!
10		SVK	Remember, the most important thing is to participate
11		NOR	Yes! Participation medals for everyone!
12		DEN	Duckly wants to spend time with his family
13		FRA	New IIHF record for most Bozons
14		AUT	Normally, we’re just relaxing and enjoying Division I
15		ITA	Ave Imperator, morituri te salutant
16		GBR	Can we Remain?

The Power Rankings are for the enjoyment of IIHF.com readers, and reflect the progress of teams during the IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship. They are distinct from the official standings and IIHF World Ranking.