As the 2025-26 NHL regular season winds down, the focus shifts to the playoffs and the players who will etch their names in franchise history. While individual accomplishments often take a backseat during the postseason, hockey fans are eager to compare the numbers of all-time greats. So, who are the leading playoff scorers for every NHL team? Let's take a closer look at the top players who are making their mark on the ice.
Colorado Avalanche: Joe Sakic
Joe Sakic, the Avs' president of hockey operations, holds the record for the most playoff points in franchise history with 188. Nathan MacKinnon, currently sitting at 122 playoff points, is closing in on Sakic's mark. The Avalanche, with a points percentage of 74.6%, are in a strong position to make a deep playoff run, and MacKinnon's continued success could see him surpass Sakic in the coming years.
Dallas Stars: Mike Modano
Mike Modano, the Stars' legend, is the franchise's all-time leading playoff scorer with 145 points. Modano's connection to the Stars/North Stars is evident, and his 42 games with the Red Wings provide an interesting contrast. The Stars, with a points percentage of 67.4%, are in the running for a playoff spot, and Modano's presence on the team could inspire the younger players.
Buffalo Sabres: Gilbert Perrault
Gilbert Perrault, one of the most iconic Sabres of all time, holds the record for the most playoff points in franchise history with 103. While Tage Thompson has the potential to break this record in the next decade, Perrault's legacy remains secure. The Sabres, with a points percentage of 66.7%, are in the hunt for a playoff spot, and Thompson's continued development could see him make a significant impact.
Carolina Hurricanes: Sebastian Aho
Sebastian Aho, the Hurricanes' leading playoff scorer with 85 points, is a key player for the team. Aho's iconic pose, raising the Cup as a player in 2006, is a defining moment in Hurricanes history. With a points percentage of 67.6%, the Hurricanes are in a strong position to make a deep playoff run, and Aho's continued success could see him become one of the franchise's all-time greats.
Tampa Bay Lightning: Nikita Kucherov
Nikita Kucherov, the Lightning's leading playoff scorer with 171 points, has had an incredible season. Kucherov's 75 points in a recent 33-game stretch is a testament to his skill and consistency. The Lightning, with a points percentage of 66.2%, are in the running for a playoff spot, and Kucherov's continued success could see him become one of the NHL's all-time greats.
Minnesota Wild: Kirill Kaprizov and Quinn Hughes
Kirill Kaprizov and Quinn Hughes are the future of the Wild franchise, and their playoff success will be crucial to the team's long-term prospects. Kaprizov and Hughes are both young and talented, and their continued development could see them become the Wild's all-time leading playoff scorers. The Wild, with a points percentage of 64.4%, are in the hunt for a playoff spot, and Kaprizov and Hughes' success could be the key to the team's future.
Montreal Canadiens: Jean Beliveau
Jean Beliveau, the Canadiens' all-time leading playoff scorer with 176 points, is a legend in the sport. Beliveau's class and leadership have left a lasting impact on the franchise, and his presence as the team's president of hockey operations is a testament to his enduring legacy. The Canadiens, with a points percentage of 63.4%, are in the running for a playoff spot, and Beliveau's continued involvement could inspire the younger players.
Columbus Blue Jackets: Cam Atkinson
Cam Atkinson, the Blue Jackets' all-time leading playoff scorer with 26 points, is a key player for the team. Atkinson's 26 points in 35 games are a solid contribution, and his continued success could see him become a franchise icon. The Blue Jackets, with a points percentage of 60.4%, are in the hunt for a playoff spot, and Atkinson's presence could be a significant factor in their success.
Ottawa Senators: Daniel Alfredsson
Daniel Alfredsson, the Senators' all-time leading playoff scorer with 100 points, has a unique connection to the franchise. Alfredsson's 'I played my entire career with one team ... aside from my very last season with the Red Wings' arc is a testament to his loyalty and dedication. The Senators, with a points percentage of 59.7%, are in the running for a playoff spot, and Alfredsson's presence as an assistant coach could inspire the younger players.
Pittsburgh Penguins: Sidney Crosby
Sidney Crosby, the Penguins' all-time leading playoff scorer with 201 points, is a legend in the sport. Crosby's 201 points in 175 playoff games are a testament to his skill and consistency. The Penguins, with a points percentage of 61.1%, are in the hunt for a playoff spot, and Crosby's continued success could see him become one of the NHL's all-time greats.
Boston Bruins: Ray Bourque
Ray Bourque, the Bruins' all-time leading playoff scorer with 161 points, is a legend in the sport. Bourque's iconic moment, receiving the Stanley Cup from Joe Sakic while with the Avs in 2001, is a defining moment in Bruins history. The Bruins, with a points percentage of 61.1%, are in the running for a playoff spot, and Bourque's presence as a team legend could inspire the younger players.
Anaheim Ducks: Ryan Getzlaf
Ryan Getzlaf, the Ducks' all-time leading playoff scorer with 120 points, is a key player for the team. Getzlaf's leadership and consistency have been vital to the Ducks' success, and his presence as the team's longest-serving captain is a testament to his enduring legacy. The Ducks, with a points percentage of 59.7%, are in the hunt for a playoff spot, and Getzlaf's continued success could see him become a franchise icon.
New York Islanders: Bryan Trottier
Bryan Trottier, the Islanders' all-time leading playoff scorer with 168 points, is a legend in the sport. Trottier's leadership and skill have left a lasting impact on the franchise, and his presence as a team legend is a testament to his enduring legacy. The Islanders, with a points percentage of 59.6%, are in the running for a playoff spot, and Trottier's continued involvement could inspire the younger players.
Utah Mammoth: N/A
The Utah Mammoth, a new NHL team, does not have a career playoff points leader yet. The first Mammoth playoff points will officially belong to whoever gets them, whether this spring or in the future. Dylan Guenther is a potential candidate, but the record belongs to Hall of Famer Dale Hawerchuk, with 49 playoff points, if we consider the Coyotes/Jets 1.0 lineage.
Detroit Red Wings: Steve Yzerman
Steve Yzerman, the Red Wings' all-time leading playoff scorer with 185 points, is a legend in the sport. Yzerman's 196 playoff games for Detroit are a testament to his durability and consistency. The Red Wings, with a points percentage of 59.2%, are in the hunt for a playoff spot, and Yzerman's presence as a team legend could inspire the younger players.
Edmonton Oilers: Wayne Gretzky
Wayne Gretzky, the Oilers' all-time leading playoff scorer with 252 points, is a legend in the sport. Gretzky's 380 points in NHL playoff history are a testament to his skill and consistency. The Oilers, with a points percentage of 55.5%, are in the running for a playoff spot, and Gretzky's continued involvement could inspire the younger players.
Vegas Golden Knights: Jonathan Marchessault
Jonathan Marchessault, the Golden Knights' all-time leading playoff scorer with 75 points, won the Conn Smythe trophy in 2023 when Vegas won the Cup. Marchessault's leadership and skill have been vital to the team's success, and his presence as a team legend is a testament to his enduring legacy. The Golden Knights, with a points percentage of 54.1%, are in the hunt for a playoff spot, and Marchessault's continued success could see him become a franchise icon.
Philadelphia Flyers: Bobby Clarke
Bobby Clarke, the Flyers' all-time leading playoff scorer with 119 points, is a legend in the sport. Clarke's iconic moment, missing a bunch of teeth while holding the Cup, is a defining moment in Flyers history. The Flyers, with a points percentage of 57.7%, are in the running for a playoff spot, and Clarke's presence as a team legend could inspire the younger players.
Washington Capitals: Alex Ovechkin
Alex Ovechkin, the Capitals' all-time leading playoff scorer with 147 points, is a legend in the sport. Ovechkin's 147 points in 145 playoff games are a testament to his skill and consistency. The Capitals, with a points percentage of 55.5%, are in the hunt for a playoff spot, and Ovechkin's continued success could see him become one of the NHL's all-time greats.
Nashville Predators: Filip Forsberg
Filip Forsberg, the Predators' all-time leading playoff scorer with 59 points, is a key player for the team. Forsberg's leadership and skill have been vital to the Predators' success, and his continued development could see him become a franchise icon. The Predators, with a points percentage of 53.5%, are in the running for a playoff spot, and Forsberg's presence could be a significant factor in their success.
New Jersey Devils: Patrik Elias
Patrik Elias, the Devils' all-time leading playoff scorer with 125 points, is a legend in the sport. Elias' leadership and skill have been vital to the Devils' success, and his presence as a team legend is a testament to his enduring legacy. The Devils, with a points percentage of 53.5%, are in the hunt for a playoff spot, and Elias' continued involvement could inspire the younger players.
Los Angeles Kings: Wayne Gretzky
Wayne Gretzky, the Kings' all-time leading playoff scorer with 94 points, is a legend in the sport. Gretzky's 94 points in 5 seasons with the Kings are a testament to his skill and consistency. The Kings, with a points percentage of 52.8%, are in the running for a playoff spot, and Gretzky's continued involvement could inspire the younger players.
Florida Panthers: Aleksander Barkov
Aleksander Barkov, the Panthers' all-time leading playoff scorer with 81 points, is a key player for the team. Barkov's leadership and skill have been vital to the Panthers' success, and his continued development could see him become a franchise icon. The Panthers, with a points percentage of 51.4%, are in the hunt for a playoff spot, and Barkov's presence could be a significant factor in their success.
Seattle Kraken: Yanni Gourde
Yanni Gourde, the Kraken's all-time leading playoff scorer with 13 points, is a key player for the team. Gourde's 13 points in the 2013 postseason with Seattle are a solid contribution, and his continued success could see him become a franchise icon. The Kraken, with a points percentage of 52.1%, are in the running for a playoff spot, and Gourde's presence could be a significant factor in their success.
Winnipeg Jets: Kyle Connor and Mark Scheifele
Kyle Connor and Mark Scheifele, the Jets' all-time leading playoff scorers with 49 points, are a dynamic duo for the team. Connor and Scheifele's leadership and skill have been vital to the Jets' success, and their continued development could see them become franchise icons. The Jets, with a points percentage of 50.0%, are in the hunt for a playoff spot, and Connor and Scheifele's presence could be a significant factor in their success.
San Jose Sharks: Patrick Marleau
Patrick Marleau, the Sharks' all-time leading playoff scorer with 120 points, is a legend in the sport. Marleau's leadership and skill have left a lasting impact on the franchise, and his presence as a team legend is a testament to his enduring legacy. The Sharks, with a points percentage of 50.7%, are in the running for a playoff spot, and Marleau's continued involvement could inspire the younger players.
Toronto Maple Leafs: Doug Gilmour
Doug Gilmour, the Maple Leafs' all-time leading playoff scorer with 77 points, is a legend in the sport. Gilmour's leadership and skill have left a lasting impact on the franchise, and his presence as a team legend is a testament to his enduring legacy. The Maple Leafs, with a points percentage of 51.4%, are in the hunt for a playoff spot, and Gilmour's continued involvement could inspire the younger players.
St. Louis Blues: Brett Hull
Brett Hull, the Blues' all-time leading playoff scorer with 117 points, is a legend in the sport. Hull's leadership and skill have been vital to the Blues' success, and his presence as a team legend is a testament to his enduring legacy. The Blues, with a points percentage of 50.0%, are in the running for a playoff spot, and Hull's continued involvement could inspire the younger players.
Calgary Flames: Al MacInnis
Al MacInnis, the Flames' all-time leading playoff scorer with 102 points, is a legend in the sport. MacInnis' leadership and skill have left a lasting impact on the franchise, and his presence as a team legend is a testament to his enduring legacy. The Flames, with a points percentage of 47.2%, are in the hunt for a playoff spot, and MacInnis' continued involvement could inspire the younger players.
Chicago Blackhawks: Stan Mikita
Stan Mikita, the Blackhawks' all-time leading playoff scorer with 150 points, is a legend in the sport. Mikita's leadership and skill have left a lasting impact on the franchise, and his presence as a team legend is a testament to his enduring legacy. The Blackhawks, with a points percentage of 46.5%, are in the running for a playoff spot, and Mikita's continued involvement could inspire the younger players.
New York Rangers: Brian Leetch
Brian Leetch, the Rangers' all-time leading playoff scorer with 89 points, is a legend in the sport. Leetch's leadership and skill have been vital to the Rangers' success, and his presence as a team legend is a testament to his enduring legacy. The Rangers, with a points percentage of 45.1%, are in the hunt for a playoff spot, and Leetch's continued involvement could inspire the younger players.
Vancouver Canucks: Trevor Linden
Trevor Linden, the Canucks' all-time leading playoff scorer with 95 points, is a legend in the sport. Linden's leadership and skill have left a lasting impact on the franchise, and his presence as a team legend is a testament to his enduring legacy. The Canucks, with a points percentage of 35.2%, are in the running for a playoff spot, and Linden's continued involvement could inspire the younger players.
