On Tuesday, we revealed the top forwards, defensemen and goaltenders in EA Sports' NHL 13, releasing next month. EA also announced on Tuesday during the Gamescom event that the demo will come out for XBOX 360 and PS3 users on Aug. 21 and for European PS3 gamers on Aug. 22. The demo will feature four modes:
• Play Now featuring the New Jersey Devils and Los Angeles Kings.
• NHL Moments Live where users can replay Game 5 of the Western Conference Final between the Kings and Phoenix Coyotes.
• Hockey Ultimate Team, the fantasy team maker.
• Free Skate where you'll be able to test out the new skating engine and moves.
Today, we're unveiling player and team ratings for the Eastern Conference. Western Conference teams will be revealed on Friday. All rosters reflect deals since July 1 and major transactions only. Ratings after the jump.