The rankings combine several factors to achieve a rating score. Here are some key points:
- Ratings points are given for tournament results, and are weighted-averaged across multiple events, so may not reflect head-to-head results. It is loosely based on IIHF world hockey rankings.
- A stronger weight is given to the overall strength of a tournament. The King of '94 tournaments receive the most weight as they attract largest, most talented field of players.
- A stronger weight is given for how recent the tournament is.
- Inactive players lose rating (restored if they play again), ~3.5% per season (roughly a year).
- A tournament is included if it meets the following criteria: 1. The tournament or event had an entry fee; 2. A prize was given to the winner. 3. The tournament included or was organized by a key member of the nhl94.com community.