
Locked On Fantasy Hockey - Daily NHL Fantasy Podcast
Locked On Fantasy Hockey is a daily podcast covering fantasy hockey and the NHL. Hosted by fantasy hockey experts Steele Rodin and Flip Livingstone, it offers news, analysis, and insider information for season-long, dynasty, and DFS players. Each episode breaks down player performances, line combinations, and goaltender matchups to help listeners stay ahead of the competition. The show is part of the Locked On Podcast Network.
Episodes

Fantasy Hockey SURPRISING Starts: Linus Ullmark | Tim Stutzle | Owen Power | Steven Stamkos & More
Ottawa Senators surge to the top of the Atlantic Division as Tim Stützle’s electric start and Linus Ullmark’s stellar goaltending ignite the nation’s capital. Are the Senators true contenders, or has their early dominance come courtesy of an easy schedule? Shane Pinto and Drake Batherson add depth, while the debate heats up—can Stützle finish as a top-10 fantasy forward this season?
Flip Livingsto

Fantasy Hockey Players/Teams STRUGGLING To Produce & What To Do With Them | Bedard & Hyman Updates
Brady Tkachuk’s scoring drought raises alarms among Florida Panthers fans as the offense stalls early in the NHL season. Is Tkachuk still worth a fantasy hockey roster spot, or is it time to make a bold move? Flip Livingstone and Steele Rodin dissect Tkachuk’s struggles, underline the impact of Alexander Barkov’s absence on Florida’s top six, and debate whether savvy fantasy GMs should buy low on

Fantasy Hockey Week 3 WAIVER WIRE Targets: Dylan Garand | Mason McTavish | Stuart Skinner & More
Fantasy hockey GMs face tough decisions as Igor Shesterkin’s injury shakes up the New York Rangers’ goaltending situation. Can Dylan Garand step up as the waiver-wire hero while Jonas Korpisalo mends? Flip Livingstone and Steele Rodin spotlight Week 3’s must-add pickups, including Andrei Burakovsky’s prime top-line opportunity with the Ottawa Senators and Ivan Barbashev’s physical impact alongside

Fantasy Hockey TOP LINE COMBOS To Watch: Taylor Hall, Logan Stankoven & Jackson Blake DOMINATE Early
Carolina Hurricanes’ “worker line” of Taylor Hall, Logan Stankoven, and Jackson Blake powers a red-hot start—can this trio sustain elite fantasy value all season? Emerging combinations across the league, including Alexei Lafrenière, Mika Zibanejad, and Gabe Perreault for the New York Rangers, as well as Seattle Kraken’s Matty Beniers, Mackie Samoskevich, and Jared McCann, are turning heads with th

Fantasy Hockey Injury Updates: Josh Morrissey | Brad Marchand | Macklin Celebrini | Ivan Demidov
Winnipeg Jets silence critics with standout performances despite Connor Hellebuyck’s absence. Can Kyle Connor and Neal Pionk continue to fuel this hot start as injuries disrupt the blue line? The conversation focused on Josh Morrissey’s setback, the ripple effects for fantasy hockey, and Neil Pionk’s rising value. Key themes include Cole Perfetti’s emergence, disciplined defensive play supporting

Aleksander Barkov OUT 10+ Weeks & Brad Marchand Returns For Florida | Big Time Bets | Fantasy Hockey
Ottawa Senators suffer a setback as Jake Sanderson goes down with a knee injury, shaking up the blue line and fantasy rosters everywhere. With Carter Yakemchuk and Thomas Chabot eyed for bigger roles, can Ottawa’s defense hold firm? Meanwhile, the Florida Panthers face a major blow—captain Aleksander Barkov lands on LTIR, sidelined for up to 12 weeks. Brad Marchand’s timely return injects hope, bu

Fantasy Hockey Week 2 Must-Add Targets: Barkov, Sanderson Replacements & More
Week 2 in the fantasy hockey world is a critical spot to augment your roster and the latest episode of the Locked On Fantasy Hockey Podcast has all of the upcoming waiver-wire targets covered from across the NHL. From replacement options for injured Florida Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov to the latest on Ottawa Senators talisman Jake Sanderson, Sunday's episode has a number of intriguing

Fantasy Hockey FIRST IMPRESSIONS 2026-27 Season | Penguins & Avs Dominate | Kings & Flyers Struggle
Pittsburgh Penguins dismantle the Philadelphia Flyers 7-0 in a jaw-dropping season opener—can Nic Robertson’s breakout with Sidney Crosby and Rickard Rakell signal a fantasy hockey resurgence? Steele Rodin highlights early surprises including strong fantasy returns from Philip Hollander and a 19-save shutout from Arthur Silovs, while warning managers about Dan Vladar’s rough start, Matvei Michkov’

Fantasy Hockey 2026-27 BOLD PREDICTIONS: Hutson WINS Norris | Boldy SUPERSTAR Season & More
Are the Edmonton Oilers already in trouble just days into the NHL season? Goaltending woes, including Tristan Jarry's shaky start and Freddie Andersen's injury, threaten to derail their Cup ambitions—and could open the door for drastic midseason moves. Meanwhile, bold predictions ignite debate: Can Ryan Leonard explode for 70 points as the Washington Capitals' new $84 million man? Is Darren Raddys

Fantasy Hockey SEASON OPENER With Matt Larkin! | Knies & Marchenko TRADED | Dobson Value & More
Toronto Maple Leafs shake up their roster with a blockbuster trade: Kirill Marchenko for Matthew Knies just before opening night. Is this the spark Auston Matthews and company need, or will the chemistry experiment backfire? Analyst Matt Larkin from Daily Faceoff joins the show to break down the fantasy and real-world impact, highlighting Marchenko’s rising ceiling in Toronto and how Knies fits in

LIVE Fantasy Hockey Competitive League Draft! 🏒 | 16-Team H2H Banger League | $50 Buy-In
🚨 IT’S DRAFT NIGHT — COMPETITIVE LEAGUE EDITION! 🚨
We’re going LIVE for the official Locked On Fantasy Hockey Competitive League Draft!
16 teams. $50 buy-in. Head-to-Head Banger/Category scoring. This league is built for serious fantasy hockey managers, and with such a deep field, every single pick matters.
We’ll be LIVE for the entire draft, breaking down picks, reacting to steals and reaches, d

LIVE Fantasy Hockey Listener League Draft! 🏒 | 16-Team H2H Banger League | $25 Buy-In
🚨 IT’S DRAFT NIGHT! 🚨
We’re LIVE for the official Locked On Fantasy Hockey Casual Listener League Draft!
16 teams are battling it out in a Head-to-Head Banger/Category League, and with a $25 buy-in, there’s money, bragging rights, and a full fantasy hockey season on the line.
We’ll be live for the entire draft breaking down picks, reacting to reaches and steals, discussing draft strategy, findi

LIVE Fantasy Hockey Keeper League Draft! 🏒 | 10-Team Banger/Category League | $150 BUY-IN 💰
🚨 WE’RE DRAFTING LIVE! 🚨
It’s officially draft night for our 10-team Fantasy Hockey Category Keeper League, and with a $150 buy-in, every pick matters.
We’re going LIVE for the entire draft — breaking down picks, reacting to reaches and steals, talking strategy, chirping the other managers, and building a roster with one goal: WIN THE LEAGUE.
🏒 League Setup:
• 10 Teams
• Keeper League
• Category S

Fantasy Hockey Fades: 12 Players Going Too High in Drafts | 2026-27
Fantasy hockey managers face tough draft-day decisions as high-profile stars like Lane Hutson, Jack Hughes, and Dylan Larkin risk being overvalued in current rankings. Should you let big names slide to later rounds, betting on more reliable production and avoiding injury-prone assets? Steele Rodin brings a sharp perspective on centermen trends, power play shifts, and the fading fortunes of the Nas

10 Fantasy Hockey Sleepers That Could WIN You Your League! | 2026-27
Sleeper picks could be the difference-maker in your fantasy hockey draft. Which under-the-radar players are primed to shatter expectations and steal late-round value? Flip Livingstone and Steele Rodin break down their sleeper list for the 2024-25 season, spotlighting names like Matvei Michkov (Philadelphia Flyers), Jack Roslovic (Toronto Maple Leafs), John Tavares, and Gabriel Perreault (New York

Fantasy Hockey NHL Preseason NEWS | Hellebuyck Suspended | Batherson & Leonard Contract Extensions
Winnipeg Jets rocked by Connor Hellebuyck’s holdout and trade request—does this spell disaster for your fantasy hockey draft? Flip Livingstone and Steele Rodin tackle the ripple effects on Mark Scheifele, Kyle Connor, and other key fantasy options, analyze the league-wide no-trade clause crisis, and spotlight the drama unfolding in Winnipeg’s locker room.
As Dylan Larkin’s trade drama and off-ice

Colorado Avalanche & Carolina Hurricanes TOP 5 Fantasy Hockey Targets | GAME CHANGERS
Colorado Avalanche and Carolina Hurricanes headline the fantasy hockey conversation—are Scott Wedgewood and Brandon Bussi this season’s breakout goaltending picks? Steele Rodin spotlights elite and sleeper options, from Nathan MacKinnon’s league-leading offense to Martin Nečas’ and Cale Makar’s top-tier fantasy upside.
Key insights include Andrei Svechnikov’s physical edge, Nikolaj Ehlers’ career

Dallas Stars & Buffalo Sabres MUST HAVE Draft Picks --- Fantasy Hockey DYNASTY
Buffalo Sabres and Dallas Stars headline fantasy hockey draft boards as breakout stars and veteran heavyweights prepare for high-stakes seasons. Can young guns like Zach Benson and Konsta Helenius make fantasy managers rethink their draft strategies, or will proven leaders like Tage Thompson and Rasmus Dahlin keep the Sabres’ momentum alive? On the Dallas side, elite options such as Jason Robertso

Montreal Canadiens & Tampa Bay Lightning Fantasy Hockey Targets – Caufield, Suzuki, & Kucherov SOAR
Montreal Canadiens and Tampa Bay Lightning dazzle fantasy hockey managers with explosive stat lines and must-have draft targets. Can Nick Suzuki repeat his 100-point campaign, or will Cole Caufield’s 50-goal firepower make him the ultimate fantasy MVP? Ivan Demidov’s sophomore surge, Lane Hudson’s blue-line brilliance, and Juraj Slafkovsky’s all-around production headline a Canadiens squad stacked

Locked On Fantasy Hockey Listener League LIVE Mock Draft #4 | Banger League/Category Format
🚨 FANTASY HOCKEY MOCK DRAFT #4 — LIVE TONIGHT! 🏒🔥
We’re back for Mock Draft #4 as we continue preparing for the 2026-27 Fantasy Hockey season!
With every mock, we’re getting a better idea of where players are being selected, where the best value can be found, and which draft strategies could give you an edge when your real fantasy draft arrives.
Tonight, we’ll break down every round and discuss AD

Pastrnak & Kaprizov SOLIDIFIED as TOP 10 Fantasy Draft Pick | Bruins & Wild Fantasy Hockey Targets
Boston Bruins’ fresh faces get prime fantasy hockey spotlight as J.J. Peterka eyes a massive bounce-back with David Pastrnak, and Jeremy Swayman cements himself among elite NHL goaltenders. Can Morgan Geekie's triple-position versatility and powerful shot make him this year’s top sleeper? Flip Livingstone and Steele Rodin debate Charlie McAvoy's injury risk versus upside and break down must-have B

Ottawa Senators & Pittsburgh Penguins Top 5 Targets | Are Evgeni Malkin and Linus Ullmark Too RISKY?
Pittsburgh Penguins face a make-or-break season as Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin, and Kris Letang unite for one last playoff push. Can Rickard Rakell, Erik Karlsson, and Brian Rust provide enough support to keep them in the Metropolitan Division race, or do age and injuries signal the end of an era? Flip Livingstone and Steele Rodin debate the top 5 Penguins fantasy hockey targets, spotlighting key

Philadelphia Flyers Top 5 Fantasy Hockey Picks REVEALED | Are Zegras and Martone HIDDEN GEMS?
Philadelphia Flyers fantasy rankings heat up as Porter Martone’s breakout potential shakes up draft boards. Is Martone ready to surpass Travis Konecny as the top fantasy asset in the City of Brotherly Love? The conversation focuses on key fantasy targets, analyzing Martone’s power-forward upside, Konecny’s consistent production, and Owen Tippett’s multi-category value.
The discussion explores Dan

Are Fantasy GMs Undervaluing Alex Ovechkin This SEASON? Washington Capitals Top 5 Targets!
Washington Capitals gear up for a high-octane season as Alex Ovechkin eyes one last Stanley Cup push and Logan Thompson emerges as a fantasy hockey game-changer. Can the revamped Capitals lineup, featuring new additions like Alex Tuch, Jordan Kyrou, and Pierre-Luc Dubois, become a fantasy goldmine and contender in a wide-open Metro Division?
Flip Livingstone and Steele Rodin break down Washington’

Locked On Fantasy Hockey Listener League Live Mock Draft #3 | Banger League/Category Format
Fantasy hockey draft season is here, and tonight we’re going LIVE for another 2026-27 Fantasy Hockey Mock Draft!
We’ll go pick-by-pick through the draft, breaking down draft strategy, ADP, positional value, sleepers, reaches, steals, breakout candidates, and goalie strategy as we build our rosters for the upcoming season.
Who’s worth reaching for? Which players are falling too far? When should you

Vegas Golden Knights Fantasy Outlook REVEALED—Why Jack Eichel and Tomas Hertl IMPRESS
Vegas Golden Knights face big questions as stars jockey for fantasy hockey dominance. Is Jack Eichel now a legitimate top-15 pick, or is the hype around Mitch Marner and Mark Stone justified? Steele Rodin highlights the shifting fantasy values after recent roster moves and breakout candidates, weighing in on Shea Theodore’s bounce-back potential and Tomas Hertl’s multi-category impact.
Key topics

McDavid and Draisaitl DRAG Edmonton Oilers Into Uncertain Season—Are Managers IGNORING a Hidden GEM?
Edmonton Oilers face mounting pressure to deliver as fantasy hockey managers zero in on the team’s top targets. Can Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl maintain their elite production with the Stanley Cup window narrowing—and how will Frederik Andersen’s latest injury shake up the goaltending situation?
The conversation focused on ranking the Oilers’ top 5 fantasy hockey assets, exploring Evan Bouch

Utah Mammoth Fantasy Rankings—Clayton Keller and Dylan Guenther DOMINATE Early Picks
Utah Mammoth emerge as a fantasy hockey gold mine, with Dylan Guenther and Clayton Keller poised for monster seasons. Could Gunther join the NHL’s 50-goal club, and is Keller set to break the 90-point mark as Utah’s undisputed leader? The Mammoth’s stacked roster, bolstered by breakout stars like Logan Cooley and underrated contributors such as Nick Schmaltz and Mikhail Sergachev, pushes fantasy m

Locked On Fantasy Hockey Listener League Live Mock Draft #2 | Banger League/Category Format
🚨 LIVE FANTASY HOCKEY MOCK DRAFT TONIGHT! 🚨
Fantasy hockey draft season is officially heating up! 🏒🔥
Join us LIVE tonight as we run through a full fantasy hockey mock draft and break down our strategy pick by pick. We’ll talk about ADP, sleepers, reaches, value picks, positional strategy, goalie decisions, breakout candidates, and players we’re avoiding heading into the 2026-27 season.
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Detroit Red Wings' Top 5 FANTASY Targets SHAKE UP Draft Boards—Is Detroit Red Wings' FUTURE at RISK?
Detroit Red Wings’ fantasy hockey value soars as Alex DeBrincat and Moritz Seider headline early draft targets. With a 40-goal scorer and a blue-line powerhouse leading the charge, are the Red Wings' stars about to make or break your fantasy league this year? Steel breaks down why DeBrincat, Seider, Dylan Larkin, Lucas Raymond, and John Gibson demand your attention, spotlighting their elite power

FANTASY HOCKEY 2026-27 LIVE MOCK DRAFT #1
Fantasy hockey draft season is officially here! 🏒🔥 The Locked On Fantasy Hockey Podcast is going LIVE for our first mock draft as we start preparing for the upcoming fantasy hockey season.
Join us as we break down every round, debate draft-day values, identify potential steals and reaches, and build our teams in real time.
Drop your picks, questions, sleepers, reaches and draft strategies in the l

Columbus Blue Jackets SHAKE UP Fantasy World—Top 5 Targets REVEALED! + LOFH Listener League Details
Columbus Blue Jackets fans anxiously await a breakthrough—will this be the season their top fantasy hockey targets finally take the next step? Flip Livingstone and Steele Rodin break down the value of Zach Werenski, Adam Fantilli, Kirill Marchenko, Jet Greaves, and the risky Valeri Nichushkin, sharing draft strategies tailored for every league format. Power play upside, banger league potential, an

Top 5 FANTASY Picks for Anaheim Ducks UNVEILED—Can Cutter Gauthier LEAD The Ducks?
Anaheim Ducks face a messy offseason, but is their young core primed to ignite your fantasy hockey roster? With roster shakeups and injuries to veterans like Troy Terry, opportunity knocks for breakout stars—can Cutter Gauthier and Leo Carlsson deliver elite value this season? Flip Livingstone spotlights the Ducks’ top 5 fantasy hockey targets, breaking down the impact of big departures, power pla

New York Islanders' TOP 5 Fantasy Hockey Targets REVEALED—Is a SURPRISE Star EMERGING?
New York Islanders shake up their lineup with a new head coach, sparking debate over Matthew Schaefer’s ceiling as the franchise’s breakout star. Could this youthful blue line prodigy, flanked by emerging talents like Callum Ritchie and Emil Heineman, power the Islanders into playoff contention? Flip Livingstone and Steel spotlight Schaefer’s historic rookie campaign and project his trajectory alo

Artemi Panarin JOINS LA Kings Top List—Can He OUTSHINE Adrian Kempe This Season? | FANTASY HOCKEY
Los Angeles Kings fantasy targets shake up draft boards as Adrian Kempe surges to #1 potential. With Anze Kopitar and Drew Doughty fading from center stage, the Kings’ top five fantasy assets come under intense scrutiny—can Adrian Kempe and Artemi Panarin anchor your squad? The conversation focused on Kempe’s goal-scoring upside, Panarin’s elite point production, and Kevin Fiala’s high-risk, high-

Jack Hughes EXPOSED as New Jersey Devils’ Biggest Fantasy Hockey RISK | Is he Still A 1st Rounder?
New Jersey Devils spark fantasy buzz as Jack Hughes looks to ignite another second-half surge. Will his elite offensive upside finally come with a full, healthy season, or will durability concerns keep GMs guessing? Flip Livingstone and Steele break down the Devils’ top 5 fantasy hockey targets, spotlighting Dougie Hamilton’s power play potential, Jesper Bratt’s steady production, Timo Meier’s mul

Dylan Holloway EMERGES as St. Louis Blues' GAME-CHANGING Fantasy X-Factor | TOP 5 TARGETS
St. Louis Blues emerge as a dark horse for fantasy hockey managers—are hidden breakout stars about to shake up your league? Flip Livingstone and Steele Rodin spotlight the top five Blues fantasy targets, exploring Dylan Holloway’s soaring stock, Robert Thomas’s elite playmaking, and Jimmy Snuggerud’s potential for a sophomore surge. Mason McTavish's change of scenery and Joel Hoffer’s value as a g

Filip Forsberg and Steven Stamkos LEAD DRAMATIC Fantasy VALUE Surge—Who Gets OverLOOKED?
Nashville Predators’ fantasy stock surges as Filip Forsberg cements himself as an elite multi-category winger. Can Steven Stamkos’ arrival keep the power play humming and spark a postseason push in the Central Division? Steel Rodin and Flip Livingstone break down the Predators’ top five fantasy hockey assets, spotlighting Roman Josi’s enduring blue-line dominance and Juuse Saros’ heavy workload in

San Jose Sharks TOP 5 FANTASY Picks STUN Experts—Is Macklin Celebrini Unstoppable?
San Jose Sharks face a pivotal season as Macklin Celebrini emerges as a fantasy hockey powerhouse—can he crack the NHL’s elite tier? Flip Livingstone and Steele Rodin spotlight Celebrini’s breakout potential, project him as a first-round fantasy draft pick, and consider if he could soon rival Connor McDavid and Nathan MacKinnon for league supremacy. The hosts break down top 5 Sharks fantasy target

Top 5 Florida Panthers Fantasy Hockey OPTIONS IGNITE DRAFT FRENZY—Who Will EXPLODE?
Florida Panthers emerge as a fantasy hockey gold mine—who should top your draft board? With the arrival of Brady Tkachuk and the return of Matthew Tkachuk and Aleksander Barkov, the Panthers’ offense promises explosive potential, but injury trends and crowded line combinations spark fierce debate. Can Sam Reinhart maintain his elite scoring pace with a reloaded top six? Is Carter Verhaeghe poised

Seattle Kraken Top Fantasy Targets—Do Matty Beniers or Bobby McMann ELEVATE Your Draft?
Seattle Kraken fantasy hockey targets spark intense debate—can any crack your lineup, or does mediocrity rule in the Emerald City? Flip Livingstone and Steele Rodin dissect the top 5 draft options, weighing the upside of Bobby McMann, Jared McCann’s proven scoring touch, and the all-important battle between Vince Dunn and Brandon Montour for blue line supremacy.
Key discussions focus on the team’

Is Macklin Celebrini GUARANTEED a Top 5 Fantasy Spot After His MASSIVE Deal? + RFA REVIEW
Macklin Celebrini becomes the NHL’s highest-paid player, igniting debate about his status as a top 5 fantasy hockey pick for the new season. Are the San Jose Sharks now a fantasy hockey gold mine, and has their rebuild truly ended with young stars like Will Smith, Michael Misa, and Sam Dickinson joining Celebrini on the roster? Surging contract numbers for young phenoms like Leo Karlsson and Conno

Kyle Connor and Mark Scheifele SHAKE UP Top Fantasy Rankings | Can Hellebuyck Bounce Back?
Winnipeg Jets’ quiet offseason raises big fantasy hockey questions: Can Kyle Connor, Mark Scheifele, and Connor Hellebuyck deliver elite returns with a thin supporting cast? The top line’s chemistry powered career seasons, but with the Jets finishing seventh in both the division and league scoring, lineup changes may be on the horizon. Will moving Gabriel Vilardi down ignite Cole Perfetti’s potent

How Will Patrick Kane’s Comeback IMPACT Fantasy Teams Before Bedard Returns?
Patrick Kane’s return to the Chicago Blackhawks sparks debate: can the 38-year-old still offer elite fantasy hockey value, especially with Connor Bedard sidelined by injury? The conversation focused on Kane’s potential impact, Bedard’s blockbuster extension, and persistent questions about Chicago’s offensive depth. A key theme that emerged was the risk of overreaching for Kane in fantasy drafts gi

Toronto Maple Leafs Fantasy Rankings REVEALED – Sergei Bobrovsky & Darren Raddysh Lead
Toronto Maple Leafs’ revamped roster ignites fantasy hockey buzz—could this be the breakout year for your draft lineup? Sergei Bobrovsky joins the Leafs as their new top goalie, Darren Raddysh arrives to quarterback the power play, and Gavin McKenna looms as a high-upside rookie ready to make waves. Is Toronto’s “fantasy goldmine” label legit, or does risk outweigh reward with so many changes on a

Calgary Flames FANTASY NIGHTMARE? Top 5 Targets EXPOSED for Next Season: Frost | Wolf | Coronato
Calgary Flames face a potential bottom-two finish, but hidden fantasy hockey value could shift your draft strategy. Can Matt Coronato break out as the Flames’ top scorer, or will Morgan Frost and rising netminder Dustin Wolf deliver more upside for your roster? Flip Livingstone and Steele peel back the layers of Calgary’s rebuild, weighing each player’s ceiling and sleeper potential with a deep di

New York Rangers Top 5 FANTASY Hockey Targets Revealed! JT Miller and Mika Zibanejad to EXPLODE?
New York Rangers gear up for a fantasy hockey resurgence—are Mika Zibanejad and Adam Fox poised for career-best seasons? Pavel Dorofeyev’s arrival and strong rookie potential from Gabe Perreault and Will Cuylle headline a roster built for both multi-category dominance and breakout value. Flip Livingstone and Steele Rodin analyze New York’s top five fantasy targets, debating whether Igor Shesterkin

Fantasy Hockey Summer Deals: Zegras, McMichael, Krebs and More Sign MASSIVE Extensions
Philadelphia Flyers lock up Trevor Zegras with a major four-year deal—will his creativity and scoring push Philly’s offense back into the NHL’s elite? Zegras headlines a wave of key signings, including Anthony Mantha to the New Jersey Devils, Peyton Krebs recommitting to the Buffalo Sabres, Cole Perfetti landing a big extension with the Winnipeg Jets, and Connor McMichael joining the St. Louis Blu

Are Connor Bedard and Bowen Byram FANTASY GOLD or Massive RISKS This Year? Chicago Blackhawks TOP 5 Fantasy Hockey Targets
Chicago Blackhawks face a turbulent offseason as Connor Bedard’s injury shakes up their fantasy hockey outlook. Can rising stars like Frank Nazar, Anton Frondell, and Spencer Knight capitalize on increased opportunities while veterans such as Tyler Bertuzzi and Bowen Byram look to anchor a roster in transition?
Flip Livingstone and Steele break down Chicago’s top five fantasy hockey targets, weigh

Vancouver Canucks Top 5 Targets SHOCKS Fantasy Players | Connor Bedard INJURY Update
Vancouver Canucks fantasy hockey options spark heated debate as roster woes and injury concerns dominate draft prep. With Elias Pettersson’s inconsistency, Brock Boeser’s health issues, and Thatcher Demko’s ongoing setbacks, can any Canucks player truly deliver for your fantasy team? Key questions surround Marco Rossi’s upside, Jake DeBrusk’s fit in the top six, and the impact of losing Quinn Hugh

NHL UFA's Remaining: Patrick Kane Fantasy IMPACT | Anthony Mantha, Vladimir Tarasenko Analyzed
NHL free agency heats up as top veterans like Patrick Kane, Vladimir Tarasenko, and Claude Giroux hit the market, with fantasy hockey managers eyeing potential game-changing destinations. Could Patrick Kane boost the Buffalo Sabres’ offense or bring his proven playoff pedigree to a contender? Anthony Mantha’s breakout season in Pittsburgh and looming payday add intrigue, while speculation swirls a

Philadelphia Flyers OFFER SHEET Leo Carlsson For $18 Million! Will The Anaheim Ducks Match Or Let Him Walk?
Leo Carlson’s unprecedented $18 million offer sheet sends shockwaves through the NHL. Will the Anaheim Ducks match the Philadelphia Flyers’ blockbuster move, or are we on the verge of a dramatic roster shakeup? Steele Rodin breaks down what this means for the Ducks’ future, the Flyers’ evolving lineup with stars like Travis Konecny, Matt Vay Mitchkov, and how this move could ignite a league-wide t

Alex Ovechkin STAYS With Washington Capitals | Mammoth, Sharks, Oilers, and Leafs Make OFFSEASON Moves!
Washington Capitals stack their roster with Alex Ovechkin’s return, blockbuster trades for Jordan Kyrou and Alex Tuch, and a bold pursuit of Eastern Conference dominance. Is this new-look Capitals squad now a fantasy gold mine and a true Stanley Cup contender? Flip Livingstone and Steele break down the team’s offseason overhaul, fantasy draft targets, and key implications for players like Boone Je

Florida Panthers Land Jacob Markstrom—Fantasy Impact SHAKES Up Goalie Rankings
Florida Panthers shake up the NHL with bold goaltending moves—Jacob Markstrom returns to Sunrise, Akira Schmid joins the crease, and Sergei Bobrovsky heads to free agency. Are the Panthers now the fantasy hockey goldmine of the draft season? The discussion explores Markstrom’s bounce-back potential behind a stacked blue line and gritty additions like Brady Tkachuk, Radko Gudas, and Garnet Hathaway

San Jose Sharks’ NHL Draft HAUL and Gavin McKenna’s Fantasy IMPACT Breakdown
San Jose Sharks reshape their destiny with a masterful NHL Draft. Macklin Celebrini, Stenberg, Keaton Verhoff, and Ryan Lynn headline a new era, raising the Sharks' fantasy hockey stock and signaling their rise as a playoff contender. Are the Sharks poised to become a fantasy gold mine, or will growing pains hold them back? Flip Livingstone breaks down the latest draft winners and losers, spotligh

Jason Robertson Rejects Seattle’s Massive OFFER + Sabres & Senators Make MORE Moves!
Jason Robertson rejects Seattle Kraken’s record-breaking offer—what’s next for his NHL and fantasy hockey future? Major contract drama unfolds as elite contenders scramble for the perennial 40-goal scorer, with speculation swirling over where he’ll land and how his decision reshapes fantasy draft strategies. Seattle’s struggle to lure superstars continues, while Dallas remains a potential powerhou

Columbus Blue Jackets ACQUIRE Valeri Nichushkin—Avalanche, Oilers, Canes Fantasy Hockey IMPACT!
Colorado Avalanche shake up their roster ahead of the NHL Draft, sending Valeri Nichushkin to the Columbus Blue Jackets in a high-risk, high-reward move. With Nichushkin’s off-ice concerns shadowing his strong on-ice numbers, questions swirl around his fit alongside young talents like Adam Fantilli and Kirill Marchenko. Will Columbus find stability, or does this gamble upend their lineup?
Flip Li

Washington Capitals LAND Alex Tuch From Buffalo | Sabres DEAL Byram To Chicago | Kraken Make Moves
Washington Capitals reload with Alex Tuck and Jordan Kyrou, signaling a bold push for Stanley Cup contention—even as Alexander Ovechkin’s future hangs in the balance. Flip Livingstone and Steele Rodin break down the Capitals’ revamped top six, highlighting how Tuck’s all-around fantasy value and the addition of Kyrou elevate Washington into a potential fantasy hockey gold mine. Is this enough to k

NHL TRADES SWEEP ACROSS THE LEAGUE: Caps Land Kyrou | Sens Acquire Eklund | Flames Get Nemec
NHL trade frenzy shakes up fantasy hockey rankings as Jordan Kyrou lands with the Washington Capitals and William Eklund joins the Ottawa Senators. Can Kyrou ignite Washington’s offense alongside Dylan Strome and Tom Wilson, even as Alexander Ovechkin’s future remains unsettled? Meanwhile, Eklund’s move to Ottawa signals a new era after Brady Tkachuk’s exit, pairing him with Tim Stützle and Jake S

Brady Tkachuk EXITS Ottawa Senators—Florida Panthers GAIN Huge FANTASY EDGE
Brady Tkachuk shakes up the NHL by joining the Florida Panthers, igniting debate on fantasy hockey value and the future of the Ottawa Senators. With Tkachuk teaming up alongside Matthew Tkachuk and Alexander Barkov, could Florida become the league's new Stanley Cup favorite? Key questions arise: What happens to fantasy studs like Carter Verhaeghe and Sam Bennett, and how will this seismic trade re

Toronto Maple Leafs SHAKE UP Defense and Fantasy Rankings With Darren Raddysh Sign & Trade!
Toronto Maple Leafs shake up the blue line with Darren Raddysh’s blockbuster eight-year deal. Is this the piece that finally elevates their fantasy and playoff stock? With Morgan Rielly likely on the move and prospects like Gavin McKenna looming, changes in Toronto could redefine the team’s power play and fantasy appeal. The conversation focused on Bowen Byram’s rising value amid Buffalo Sabres tr

NHL Recent Trades & News Have MAJOR Fantasy Hockey Implications! Woll Traded | Nurse Wants OUT
Toronto Maple Leafs shake up their roster and coaching staff—will these bold changes pay off or backfire for fantasy hockey GMs? Joseph Woll and Simon Benoit head to the Philadelphia Flyers in a trade that raises eyebrows, while new head coach Jim Hiller steps behind the Leafs’ bench. Is this a risky downgrade in net, or a calculated move for Toronto’s future? [Flip Livingstone] offers sharp insig

TOP 10 Players From The STANLEY CUP FINALS | Fantasy Hockey VALUE
Carolina Hurricanes dominate the Stanley Cup Finals as breakout stars Jackson Blake and Logan Stankoven ignite a new era. Does this group have the makings of a dynasty in the Eastern Conference? Fantasy hockey strategy takes center stage as the conversation spotlights top playoff performers like Taylor Hall, Nikolaj Ehlers, Jordan Staal, and goaltender Brandon Bussis meteoric rise. The discussion

10 Fantasy Hockey Players Set To BOUNCE BACK Next Season! Matthews | Coronato | Kyrou | Point
Toronto Maple Leafs face mounting pressure as Auston Matthews headlines this year’s top bounce-back fantasy hockey candidates. Can Matthews reclaim his elite status after an injury-plagued season, and how will the arrival of Gavin McKenna and front-office shakeups reshape the Leafs’ offensive outlook? Blockbuster keeper league trades signal Matthews’ enduring value as fantasy managers weigh risk v

Hurricanes' Brandon Bussi Takes Over In The Stanley Cup Finals: Game 5 Breakdown & Fantasy Impact
Stanley Cup Finals heat up as the Carolina Hurricanes and Vegas Golden Knights battle through high-stakes goalie changes and jaw-dropping comebacks. Can rookie Brandon Bussy's breakout performances shift the tide for Carolina, or will Mitch Marner’s historic playoff run push Vegas toward championship glory? Steele Rodin breaks down Brandon Bussy’s rise, Frederick Anderson’s uncertain future, and M

Dylan Larkin Linked To Wild, Panthers & Golden Knights + Oilers Hiring Mike Babcock?
Dylan Larkin’s trade shortlist shakes up the NHL offseason, with the Vegas Golden Knights, Minnesota Wild, and Florida Panthers all eyeing the elite forward. How will a potential Larkin move impact fantasy hockey rosters and the value of stars like Jack Eichel, Kirill Kaprizov, and Matthew Tkachuk? Flip Livingstone spotlights which wingers could benefit most and what each team might sacrifice to l

Promising YOUNG GUNS That Can Change YOUR Draft! Leonard | Hutson | Misa | Michkov & More
Rising NHL stars under 22 are set to reshape fantasy hockey leagues—can savvy managers secure the next breakout performer? Dynamic prospects like Zach Benson (Buffalo Sabres), Ryan Leonard and Cole Hutson (Washington Capitals), and Porter Martone (Philadelphia Flyers) headline an intense debate about late-round draft steals and high-upside waiver pickups destined for massive fantasy hockey impact.

Dylan Larkin DEMANDS A Trade From Detroit—FANTASY HOCKEY Value About To EXPLODE!
Detroit Red Wings shake up the NHL as Dylan Larkin’s trade request dominates headlines. Could a move to the Minnesota Wild or Florida Panthers unlock his untapped fantasy potential? Flip Livingstone and Steele Rodin break down Larkin’s consistent scoring, leadership, and the consequences for Detroit’s roster. With persistent goaltending woes and playoff droughts, the Red Wings may be forced to ret

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Young stars are dominating the fantasy hockey landscape—are you ready to build your winning roster around the NHL’s brightest under-22 talent? Discover which rising players make the top ten must-have picks for keeper leagues, including elite names like Adam Fantilli, Beckett Sennecke, Ivan Demidov, Juraj Slafkovský, and phenom Connor Bedard. The conversation focused on each prospect’s scoring ceil

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Alex Tuch headlines the 2026 NHL free agency buzz as uncertainty surrounds his future with the Buffalo Sabres—will his proven 30-goal consistency translate elsewhere, or is his fantasy value tied to Buffalo's high-powered offense? Flip Livingstone and Steele Rodin weigh the fantasy hockey implications of potential landing spots for top UFAs, comparing Tuch's outlook to stars like Adrian Kempe, Joh

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Colorado Avalanche’s Cale Makar and Minnesota Wild’s Quinn Hughes ignite fantasy hockey’s hottest debate: Who’s the true No. 1 defenseman? Flip and Steele unpack postseason performances, argue over elite peripheral categories like hits and blocks, and weigh in on team impact—while eyeing breakout threats like Brock Faber, Rasmus Dahlin, and Evan Bouchard. Will Hughes finally overtake Makar in next

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Vegas Golden Knights and Carolina Hurricanes face off in a Stanley Cup Final matchup loaded with high-stakes storylines and fantasy hockey intrigue. Can Jack Eichel and Mitch Marner lead Vegas to a second championship, or will Sebastian Aho and Frederik Andersen power Carolina to their first Cup in nearly 20 years? Coaches John Tortorella and Rod Brind’Amour clash in a defensive chess match, promi

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Vegas Golden Knights sweep Colorado Avalanche, igniting debate over Nathan MacKinnon’s fantasy hockey value. Can Colorado rebound after another early playoff exit, or is a shakeup imminent? Flip Livingstone and Steele Rodin assess the postseason fallout, from Carter Hart’s Stanley Cup-worthy goaltending to the coaching futures of Jared Bednar and Bruce Cassidy. The duo spotlight Vegas’ bold front-

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Vegas Golden Knights silence doubters as Carter Hart's playoff surge sparks fantasy hockey intrigue. Is Hart the next go-to goaltender for zero-G fantasy strategies, especially if Vegas parts ways with Adin Hill? Pavel Dorofeyev and Brett Howden's postseason scoring streaks provide much-needed depth, while Mitch Marner’s dazzling performance and Jack Eichel’s playmaking elevate the Golden Knights’

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Fantasy hockey goalies are more unpredictable than ever—are you ready to dominate your draft with the right netminders? Steele Rodin and Flip break down NHL.com's Top 25 fantasy goalie rankings, spotlighting surprising placements for Lucas Dostal, Sergei Bobrovsky, Connor Ingram, and Igor Shesterkin. Explore why Lucas Dostal and Joel Hofer could be next season’s breakout stars, and whether high-pr

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Anaheim Ducks challenge Vegas Golden Knights with playoff speed as Jack Eichel and Mitch Marner look to prove critics wrong. Is Vegas ready for Anaheim’s power play dominance, or will X factors like Mason McTavish and William Karlsson tilt the series? Hosts Speaker A and Speaker C break down Lucas Dostal’s pivotal role in net, the importance of third and fourth line depth, and why Vegas’ history a

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Carolina Hurricanes shut out the Philadelphia Flyers to open the second round—are the Flyers already outmatched? Logan Stankoven stays red-hot, scoring in every playoff game so far, while Frederik Andersen sets franchise records between the pipes. Are the Hurricanes' relentless defense and secondary scoring the key to a deep postseason run, or can Travis Konecny and the Flyers’ top line flip the s

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Philadelphia Flyers advance to Round 2 after Dan Vladar’s stunning shutout clincher—are fantasy managers ready to draft him as a top-10 goalie next season? Flip Livingstone and Steele Rodin debate Vladar’s value after he posts a 1.61 GAA and .937 save percentage, while dissecting what went wrong for Sidney Crosby and the Pittsburgh Penguins’ aging core. Key storylines include Pavel Dorofeyev’s bre

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Underrated fantasy studs are reshaping playoff expectations—are you ready to uncover next season’s hidden gems? Flip Livingstone and Steel spotlight surging talents like Artur Silov, Alex Lyon, and Jackson Blake, examining their rising fantasy value as the Pittsburgh Penguins, Buffalo Sabres, and Carolina Hurricanes chase postseason glory. Will Lawson Crouse’s physical play and Rasmus Ristolainen’

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Brandon Hagel powers the Tampa Bay Lightning as they battle the Montreal Canadiens in a tightly contested playoff series, raising the question: Is Hagel the most underrated fantasy asset in hockey? Steele Rodin analyzes Hagel’s breakout performances, comparing him to elite multi-category contributors like Joel Eriksson Ek and Zach Hyman, and breaks down why his fantasy value should rise in next se











