November Reign
I thought it would be fun to take a look back at the month of Mo, uh, November and see who the top performers were. I've included players from both conferences, if only to provide a reference to where they place overall.
December 1, 2010
Today, in hockey history (thanks to Dean Youngblood in the forum) One week from today I will be flying into Vancouver to meet with Jeff Angus and my graphics designer Glen Hoos, catching the Canucks and the Ducks, as well as other colleagues. One week from tomorrow - don't forget - is the [...]
Colorado Lands Fleischmann
Fantasy Impact: The Colorado Avalanche have acquired forward Tomas Fleischmann from the Washington Capitals in exchange for defenseman Scott Hannan.
November 30, 2010
Answer: eight points. Contest closed! Last week, Brent Lemon did a column on Martin Brodeur, using some of the work found in the book “HockeyNomics” by Darcy Norman. The column created quite a buzz and there was a lot of interest in this book. The good people at OverTime Books are giving away one [...]
November 29, 2010
Last week, Brent Lemon did a column on Martin Brodeur, using some of the work found in the book “HockeyNomics” by Darcy Norman. The column created quite a buzz and there was a lot of interest in this book. The good people at OverTime Books are giving away one of these books per day [...]
November 28, 2010
Joffrey Lupul has been assigned to Syracuse for conditioning. He was held without a point last night. Craig Anderson (groin) has been placed on IR and will be out until at least Friday Kristian Huselius (high ankle sprain) is still not skating according to the Distpatch. Ondrej Pavelec's numbers, last four [...]
Saturday’s Picks – November 27th
Happy Belated Thanksgiving to our southern neighbours. Two weeks ago, I managed to squeak out 6 of 11 winners including the Nashville-Chicago tie. Thunder managed 5 of 6, and had the Sabres upset over the Caps, so not a horrible week after all. Great debut article from Anthony last week, great rationale behind his choices but at a quick glance it may have been a rough night. I could add something witty here, but I’d rather just stick to hockey! Let’s get started.
Fantasy Indicators of Success: Centres of Attention
This is the final installment of the Fantasy Indicators of Success series. This week we take a look at the all important Centre position.
Nearly identical to the Wingers, Centres require top six ice time and first unit power play minutes to separate the men from the boys. Some Centres are shoot first, ask questions later types, like Stamkos, Malkin, Jeff Carter, Eric Staal and the new Crosby. Others are the pass first types like Henrik Sedin, the old Crosby and Backstrom. Obviously the shots on goal statistic will not be all that relevant for those pivots that prefer passing to shooting.
The HockeyNomics’ Verdict on Martin Brodeur
As the man with the most wins and the most shutouts in history, Martin Brodeur is often talked about as the best goaltender ever.
But Darcy Norman, author of Hockeynomics, emphatically disagrees.
November 24, 2010
Jeff Tambellini has been recalled. Peter Schaeffer has been sent to Manitoba, but I hear that he will not report there. Hmmmm... Henrik Karlsson will get the start for Calgary tonight. Matt Stajan will not play tonight. Like I said, he was knocked into next week. The Flames seem to think he'll [...]