Angus, Richardson, and Wilson
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A SENSible Decision
The Ottawa Senators are in an enviable position. At least that's how I view their situation at this point in the season. Listening to some of the radio stations in the city, I hear fans and on-air personalities saying that they hope the Sens can turn it around this year. No, no, no, a nice winning streak is one of the WORST things that could happen to the team right now. I would call that "pulling a Toronto"; being out of contention most of the year and then winning just enough games to finish ninth or tenth in the Conference. That only provides false hope and gives the team the worst possible draft position without the reward of playoff games/experience.
Trade Deadline Investments
With the 2011 NHL trade deadline approaching quickly, many fantasy GMs run into their own dilemmas at their deadline, especially if it's a deep keeper league. Is it time to sell the veterans for some youth? Is it better to move a few young pieces and bring in that proven veteran with a few years left in hopes of winning a league title? What type of player should I be investing in? While these might sound like relatively easy decisions, most will concur they are not.
Deadline Day – Southeast Division
In Part 5 of this six-part series, we’ll take a team-by-team look at the Southeast Division. Buyers? Sellers? Who’s available? How can you prepare your fantasy roster for the upcoming address changes for some of these guys? Everything you need to know as a fantasy hockey owner about the 2011 NHL Trade Deadline is right here. Hell, I’ve already nailed a few of the speculated players moving. All you need is a bit of research…and I save you that trouble.
February 23, 2011
Lots of waiver wire action today - Zherdev, Kotalik, Rivet and Svatos all on waivers. Zherdev would garner the most interest methinks. Getzlaf's wife went into labor last night, he may not play... Ray Emery has been recalled by the Ducks. Yes, I believe you can safely activate him. He won't be [...]
February 22, 2011
Quick notes - Hagman has cleared waivers, the Pens have sent down Ryan Craig, and the Coyotes have called Kyle Turris back up. Obviously Turris was sent down just to get in some game time. Nicklas Backstrom may (or may not) miss time due to a fractured finger. Details are here. But this [...]
Neal a Penguin
Fantasy Impact: Dallas has traded James Neal and Matt Niskanen to the Pittsburgh Penguins for Alex Goligoski.
February 21, 2011
Souray has cleared re-entry waivers. The Flames have placed Niklas Hagman on waivers. Martin Brodeur is ready to start - he may start tomorrow night, but then again are the Devils in a rush when Hedberg keeps getting the W's? Andrei Loktionov has been sent back to Manchester by the Kings, [...]
February 20, 2011
Ramblings are late this morning - Happy Family Day to 25% of my readers! Enjoy yesterday's ramblings while I finish putting today's together... Here it is - as I hinted a few days ago - the team finally says the "c" word about Brad Richards. Marco Scandella has returned to practice for [...]
Deadline Day – Northwest Division
In Part 4 of this six-part series, we’ll take a team-by-team look at the Northwest Division. Buyers? Sellers? Who’s available? How can you prepare your fantasy roster for the upcoming address changes for some of these guys? Everything you need to know as a fantasy hockey owner about the 2011 NHL Trade Deadline is right here. Hell, I’ve already nailed a few of the speculated players moving. All you need is a bit of research and I save you the trouble.