I try to keep the NHL style rankings simple. It's the 10 best game-arrival outfits, every other Wednesday. No need to complicate it any further.

But if our Style Lord and Savior Patrik Laine has taught us anything over the years, it's that sometimes you need to break the rules. And too many fun fashion things happened in the NHL over the past two weeks for me not to include some honorable mentions.

Honorable Mention: Nikita Malkin

Evgeni Malkin's son, Nikita, showed up to his dad's 1000th game dressed to the absolute nines.

Better yet? The Malkins had this suit custom-made by Gentleman's Playbook.

If you're unfamiliar with Gentleman's Playbook, self-taught tailor Tom Marchitelli creates luxury custom suits for professional athletes across sports, including several NHL players that routinely make this list. His Instagram is a must-follow for anyone who cares about these rankings.

I'm currently losing my mind picturing the creation of the little teeny vest for Nikita.

Honorable Mention: JT Brown

My colleagues often joke that we should do a media version of the style rankings. At least I hope they're all joking because former NHLer and current Kraken broadcaster J.T. Brown would (literally) take the rest of us to the cleaners every single time.

He's had banger after banger since his broadcast career began, and much like his on-air performance, it's only getting better. I highly recommend following noted Ph.D. owner and former goalie Lexi, who also happens to be J.T.'s wife, for more J.T. fits.

10. Yanni Gourde Debuting at No. 10

Speaking of the Kraken, Gourde makes his season debut with a hat and an outfit that finally matches. Don't get me wrong; I love Gourde's dedication to the nautical theme in Seattle—and I'm OK with the fact that he likes his hats—but I'm relieved to see it finally all come together in an aesthetically pleasing way.

9. Cole Caufield Debuting at No. 9

Caufield has had a few good looks this season, but it's a tough crowd over here. He finally broke through for the first time this season at the No. 9 spot with this pinstripe number. I'm a huge fan of the coffee-inspired color scheme, the absence of the three-piece suit here and the pocket square.

As always, the smile also goes a long way.

8. Nikita Zadorov Previously: Unranked

Highest ranking of the season: No. 5

Zadorov was right when he said he and I have different tastes. I gravitate towards streetwear, and he is almost singlehandedly keeping the double-breasted suit industry afloat. It's admittedly not my favorite look, but I admire his dedication, and I can appreciate his fits in the objective grand scheme.

7. David Pastrnak Previously: No. 4

Highest ranking of the season: No. 4

OK, folks. Let's bring it in and do a collective exhale: Pastrnak's style is rounding into midseason form. I had to knock some points off because we've seen this black-and-white fit before, but it's so good that it'll make the rankings every time.

And honestly, when I saw the Florida Fits post with Pastrnak and fellow rankings regular Linus Ullmark, Ullmark almost took the cake. Ultimately, Pastrnak's array of fits, including the topical World Cup support and salmon, no-tie look en route to the Sunshine State, won me over.

6. Kasperi Kapanen Debuting at No. 6

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This outfit is like a solar eclipse. I can't look directly at it for too long, but out of the corner of my eye, it truly feels like something beautiful.

5. T.J. Oshie Debuting at No. 5

You know those Twitter accounts that are like, "Pictures that precede unfortunate events?"

How about "Outfits that precede fortunate events"?

Oshie's return has been huge for a struggling Caps team, and that's obviously the main priority for Washington. But it doesn't hurt that he's looking good doing it, and I can't think of a better complement to this joufit-y three-piece than some finger guns.

4. K'Andre Miller Previously: Unranked

Highest ranking of the season: No. 1

Miller's rercent consistency lands him the No. 4 spot. Notice how there's still some variety in his looks, though; you've got the strictly indigo vibe, the plaid with the fun, silver tie, and my personal favorite with the velvet three-piece.

I'm starting to think that Miller can do no wrong.

3. Elias Pettersson Debuting at No. 3

This is the kind of look I've been waiting to see from Pettersson this season. I specifically want to point out the socks; they're a perfect example of a small thing going a long way to elevate the entire cohesiveness of the look. Love the detailing in the front of the suit jacket subtly matching the socks and part of the shoe. Also glad that his hair is growing back.

2. William Nylander Previously: Unranked

Highest ranking of the season: No. 4

Nylander's got one of the best sneaker games in the NHL these days, and I'm eternally grateful that the Maple Leafs are putting it on display this season.

I was discussing the art of the sneaker/suit combination with Hurricanes color commentator Tripp Tracy in the Bruins press box over the weekend. He was rocking some brown Givenchy platforms that matched his suit perfectly.

Apparently, some of the Canes players were chirping Tracy's sneakers, and I think that's rich if it was coming from Andrei Svechnikov, who thinks he can get away with wearing the same white sneakers every single day.

Svechnikov is one of my favorite people I've ever had the opportunity to cover, so he knows I say this with love. But Svechnikov, you signed the biggest deal in your franchise's history. It's time to consider purchasing one more pair of sneakers.

Anyways, Nylander is fantastic with turning sneakers into a central piece of an outfit. We saw it a few weeks ago with the mint green suit and the dark green Nike high tops. We're seeing it twice here, with the shades of blue and then the pink and brown combo.

1. Zach Bogosian Debuting at No. 1

Look, not every outfit has to do something revolutionary to hit the No. 1 spot. The whole Lightning team is particularly masterful when it comes to the more classic GQcore, with Steven Stamkos and Pierre-Édouard Bellemare to name a few.

Bogosian's suit here has flown under the radar, but it deserves recognition. The material itself screams thick and rich. I love when a three-piece suit looks a bit more modern, and the pattern achieves that. The warm tones are perfect for Thanksgiving.

And then there's the mullet...