May 31, 2008
Dobber Sports
2008-05-31
Tomas Holmstrom will be a game-time decision today. He injured his hammy again in Game 3 – which is precisely the reason I wanted Gill out there on him all game, just giving him nudges and knocking him off-balance from minute one to minute 60. Glad to see that Therrien had Gill do just that. Now we have a series again, and I think that played a big role.
More foot-dragging. We are now getting indications that Cliff Fletcher will remain as GM for next season and is looking for a coach at present. Foot-dragging cost them Armstrong, and stubbornness is costing them Nonis. It's looking like I'll put off being a Leaf fan for a third consecutive year. They remain in my doghouse while I watch and enjoy 29 other teams.
Speaking of the Leafs, on June 8 when Blake Wheeler becomes a UFA, they need to make a pitch. The Wild have the inside track, but no team needs a jump-start on their youth movement more than Toronto does.
The Barry Melrose going to coach Tampa rumors are hotter than ever right now.
It's looking more and more as if the Islanders will be the team to snag Filatov. In this man's books, Filatov is every bit as talented as Stamkos and only a lack of a transfer agreement makes Stammer No.1. However, the Kings and Thrashers have stated that they will be taking rearguards (and they need them), and the Blues are stacked with quality young forwards. That leaves the Islanders, who will get a gift. In 1990 it was a strong, deep draft and Jaromir Jagr slipped to fifth (I'll give THREE Karma to the first person to post in the forum who the Top 4 were). While Stamkos is that sure-fire 85 to 100-point player, Filatov is higher risk reward. His upside is in that 75- to 110-point range.
Related Posts
UPCOMING GAMES
| Jan 13 - 19:01 |
 PHI
| vs |
 FLA | |
| Jan 13 - 19:01 |
 CHI
| vs |
 CGY | |
| Jan 13 - 21:01 |
 EDM
| vs |
 L.A
| |
Starting Goalies
Top Skater Views
| Players | Team | |
|---|---|---|
| JACKSON LACOMBE |
 ANA | |
| KAAPO KAKKO |
 SEA | |
| DANY HEATLEY |
 | |
| MATT CORONATO |
CGY | |
| LANE HUTSON |
 MTL
| |
Top Goalie Profile Views
| Players | Team | |
|---|---|---|
| LEEVI MERILAINEN |
 OTT | |
| JUUSE SAROS |
 NSH | |
| CAM TALBOT |
 DET | |
| CASEY DESMITH |
 DAL | |
| LUKAS DOSTAL |
ANA
| |
LINE COMBOS
| Frequency |
L.A Players
| |
|---|---|---|
| 19.4 | ALEX LAFERRIERE KEVIN FIALA PHILLIP DANAULT | |
| 15.1 | ALEX TURCOTTE ANZE KOPITAR ADRIAN KEMPE | |
| 13.3 | TREVOR MOORE WARREN FOEGELE QUINTON BYFIELD | |
DobberHockey Podcasts
Fantasy Hockey Life: Mitch Brown on the WJC
Prospect maven Mitch Brown of Elite Prospects joins the show to break down performances from the recently concluded World Juniors tournament. Hear Jesse and Victor ask about Sam Dickinson, Berkly Catton, Bradley Nadeau, Eduard Sale, Jakub Stancl, Matej Mastalirsky, Adam Jecho, Danny Nelson, Cole Hutson, Brodie Ziemer, Kasper Haltunen, Victor Eklund, and Tom Willander. Have […]
Keeping Karlsson: Matchup Maximizer Week 15
Elan looks at the schedule for the upcoming week of NHL action and recommends some players with good schedules that you should consider streaming in to win your head to head matchups.
Keeping Karlsson Short Shifts – Thanks for Vejmelkmories
Elizabeth and Lewis reunite to bring you all the latest fantasy news and strategy, such as how our siblings would fare if called on to fill our roles like Owen Sillinger did for bro Cole. Then it’s onto news including coverage of the postponed CGY/LAK game and defensive injuries piling up in MIN and putting some strain on Gustavsson’s performance. Injuries and outjuries include a pair of goalies returning to their teams in Ingram and Shesterkin, as well as how Monahan’s wrist injury opens the door for big minutes for Fantilli. Finally, the pair touch on Voronkov and PLD’s hot streaks, and discuss John Carlson’s rollercoaster in light of Chychrun’s production.
Keeping Karlsson: Tuch Hunch
On this edition of the Keeping Karlsson Fantasy Hockey Podcast mega-show, Elan and Brian tour every team, ranking a slate of the least bad goalies, noticing the wind in some Red Wings’ and Stars’ sails, dangling snoozer status above a pair of commonly rostered power-play quarterbacks, and rushing or strolling, accordingly, to some skaters on the up and up.
Fantasy Hockey Life: Listener Questions and Skid Game
Today is Jesse and Victor talking dynasty strategy. First we take listener questions about trading prospects, sell-now pieces and more. In the second half it is the express edition of the Skid Game. Have a listen! Our show is part of the Dobber Podcast Network and sponsored by Fantrax.com. Email [email protected] and ask to join […]