A flurry followed. The Edmonton Oilers traded for Adam Henrique and Sam Carrick from Anaheim. The New York Rangers got their third-line center in Alex Wennberg (though they’re not done yet). Philly finally ended its blue-line stalemate, extending Nick Seeler and trading Sean Walker — and the Flyers received the first-round pick they coveted, in […]
Continue readingThe action for this year’s NHL trade deadline got turned up to 11 early on Wednesday, with many of the big fish hooked and moved in a period of about 24 hours. The impacts for fantasy hockey of which will all be discussed here in this article that will be updated throughout the day Thursday […]
Continue readingThe Vegas Golden Knights are acquiring prized Calgary Flames defenseman Noah Hanifin as they chase a second straight Stanley Cup championship, a source told ESPN on Wednesday, confirming a Sportsnet report. Hanifin’s contract carries a $4.95 million cap hit. He was scheduled to become an unrestricted free agent this offseason, having informed the Flames he […]
Continue readingA busy start to Week 21 of the fantasy hockey season has a six-game Monday on tap, followed by a nine-game Tuesday slate. Wednesday is a little quieter, with only three games. The Carolina Hurricanes, Tampa Bay Lightning, Washington Capitals and Minnesota Wild get a small break by not lacing up again until Thursday. The […]
Continue readingThe Florida Panthers remain atop the Power Rankings this week, with some big moves elsewhere on the list. And this week, we’ve identified the most captivating game(s) in the month of March for each club. How we rank: A panel of ESPN hockey commentators, analysts, reporters and editors sends in a 1-32 poll based on […]
Continue reading“But it could mean we get more surprises of players being moved that you don’t expect,” the GM said. “And that could be exciting.” Here’s what I’m hearing could transpire over the next seven days. THE CALGARY FLAMES have held the keys to the NHL trade deadline. The domino effect is always real at this […]
Continue readingThe Dallas Stars addressed what was arguably their biggest need Wednesday when they acquired defenseman Chris Tanev as part of a three-team trade with the Calgary Flames and the New Jersey Devils. In total, the Stars received Tanev and the rights to University of Massachusetts prospect goaltender Cole Brady. The Flames, who will retain 50% […]
Continue readingMore Teams. More Games. Oliver Kylington scores goal vs. Bruins (0:46) When it comes to the value swings in fantasy during the NHL’s trade deadline, the players changing teams aren’t the only ones that can become fantasy relevant with the announcement of a deal. Most trades consummated at the deadline will involve a player moving […]
Continue readingTHE GOALIE MARKET is simmering, though I still don’t think all of the goalie-needy teams are going to end up with goaltending insurance at the deadline. For example, the Oilers seem comfortable riding it out with Stuart Skinner, shifting their focus to impact forwards and defensemen. The Montreal Canadiens seem poised to move Jake Allen. […]
Continue readingLike last season with the earlier trade of Bo Horvat by the Vancouver Canucks, one of the most impactful names to move has already found a new home, with the Canucks’ deal for Elias Lindholm. Lindholm has had some big games and some quiet ones through his first eight games with the Canucks, but thanks […]
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