In this milestone episode of Invested in Hockey, Eric and Anthony dive into an interactive fan-favorite format: Tier Maker! Using TierMaker.com, they rank all 32 NHL teams into five categories: Elite Teams, Playoff Contenders, Playoff Teams, Miss Playoffs, and Lottery Picks—analyzing the first 30 games of the 2024-25 season as if it were wrapping up today.From dissecting dominant teams to breaking down the "aggressively mid" Washington Capitals, Eric and Anthony cover every storyline, including the Minnesota Wild led by Kirill Kaprizov and the injury-plagued Predators struggling without Roman Josi. While they agree on most placements, some spirited debates might change your perspective on which wild-card teams have a real shot at the playoffs. Is there hope for a team like the Senators after a big 3-0 win against the Hurricanes Friday?We want your input! Share your thoughts on our rankings and wild-card predictions on Instagram and TikTok, where you’ll also find our finalized tier list and more top-tier hockey content.As we approach the busy holiday season, stay tuned for coverage of the IIHF World Juniors, Four Nations Faceoff, and much more surrounding the hockey holidays. Stay invested and join us for an exciting December in the hockey world!