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Fantasy hockey rankings: What’s behind Mikhail Sergachev’s rise?
Since the change, the Bolts advantage has gone six-for-19 on the advantage (31.6%). On the surface and certainly by the statistics, Sergachev is beating Hedman when it comes to fantasy value. But don’t be so hasty now. Sergachev deserves to push up these rankings. His offense off the power play has leveled up, with 10 […]
Continue readingFantasy hockey rankings: Power play roles to watch
Brandon Montour (up one spot to No. 158) has been dazzling on the point for the Panthers for the past few weeks, sitting sixth in fantasy points among defensemen. Hampus Lindholm (up eight spots to No. 189) has been nearly as good for the Boston Bruins and sits 11th among defenders. So why are they […]
Continue readingFriday fantasy hockey tips: NHL picks, matchups, more
First, at 2pm ET, the Global Series puck drops between the Colorado Avalanche and Columbus Blue Jackets in Tampere, Finland. Fantasy managers from all walks of competition should know that Colorado’s Mikko Rantanen and Artturi Lehkonen, along with Columbus’s Patrik Laine – from Tampere proper – and Joonas Korpisalo all hail from Finland. Like the […]
Continue readingThursday fantasy hockey tips: NHL picks, matchups, more
The league’s top five leaders for points square off against each other. With Connor McDavid (No. 1), Leon Draisaitl (No. 2) and the Edmonton Oilers hosting Jesper Bratt (tied for No. 4) and the New Jersey Devils, while David Pastrnak (No. 3) and the Boston Bruins visit Artemi Panarin (tied for No. 4) and the […]
Continue readingFantasy hockey rankings: How to plan for injuries and returns
Brad Marchand, at this time last week, was listed to miss another 16 games, returning after the month of November was done. Late Wednesday, his timetable became “before Thanksgiving.” Then, on Thursday, he laced up and scored two goals and one assist in 18 minutes of surprise action. The Bruins gave Marchand the night off […]
Continue readingFriday fantasy hockey tips: NHL picks, matchups, more
In between those two desert tilts, we’ll see if the red-hot Bruins can keep it sizzling – presumably without Brad Marchand – in Columbus. Whether the Islanders’ perfect penalty kill is able to remain faultless against the dynamic Hurricanes. And if the Canucks can make it two in a row after winning their first of […]
Continue readingSteelers choose not to activate T.J. Watt ahead of game vs. Eagles
PITTSBURGH — T.J. Watt isn’t back … yet. The Pittsburgh Steelers opted not to activate the reigning NFL Defensive Player of the Year from injured reserve ahead of Sunday’s matchup against the undefeated Philadelphia Eagles. His 21-day practice window opened earlier this week. Speaking Friday for the first time since he tore his pectoral muscle […]
Continue readingFantasy hockey: Which hot and slow starts are indicative of the future
This is a time to both shrug and buckle down, depending on the circumstances. A lot of it comes down to how confident you are in a player’s ability, whether that’s to keep up a torrid start or overcome a slow one. You’ll need to assess each roster piece on its own merits and come […]
Continue readingWeekend fantasy hockey tips: NHL picks, matchups, more
Resources: Goalie depth chart | Injuries | Schedule | How to watch on ESPN+ | Sign up for ESPN Fantasy Hockey | Download the ESPN Fantasy App | Daily lines All times Eastern. 10pm Saturday, Rogers Arena, Watch live on ESPN+ Rocking a 3-1-0 record and fifth in league scoring, the Sabres combined for 10 […]
Continue readingFriday fantasy hockey tips: NHL picks, matchups, more
Resources: Goalie depth chart | Injuries | Schedule | How to watch on ESPN+ | Sign up for ESPN Fantasy Hockey | Download the ESPN Fantasy App All times Eastern. 7pm, Nationwide Arena This rested Lightning squad will have a bee in its collective bonnet after being taken to task by a very good Rangers […]
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