Prime Cuts of the Year (Part One of Three)
It has been a lot of fun putting this team together. As much as we all love fantasy hockey, there is more to the game than just stats. There are obviously some high scoring players that made my squad, but it was not solely for their point-producing abilities. Intangibles, such as determination, teamwork, and hockey IQ also played a large factor. There will be a few surprises on this squad I am sure, and hopefully it sparks some debate over at the DobberHockey forums. Read on to see the full line-up, and below is a comprehensive breakdown of each line, pairing, and goaltender. Enjoy!
It Takes Two
The Vancouver Canucks are in the middle of a dogfight for the final few playoff spots in the always-intense Western Conference. They are getting balanced production, solid defense, and great goaltending from Luongo. The best offense is a good defense is an age-old adage in pro sports, and it applies to the Canucks right now. Their two best defensive forwards have been their two best offensive forwards over the past few weeks.
Welcome To Pominville
When Buffalo lost both Drury and Briere last off-season, most fantasy pundits expected the offensive numbers of the remaining Sabres to drop. Jason Pominville was a prime case, since it seemed like he relied on the star centers to get him the puck in quality scoring areas. Looking back, that was far from the truth.
Brad Richards: Where Does He Go?
With the final confirmation that Richards’ list of teams he would waive his no-movement clause for is Dallas, Vancouver, and Columbus, I’ll break each team down as to why he wants to go there and why they would want him.
Trade Deadline 2008: A Preview
Even though the deadline is still more than two weeks away, many experts around the league are predicting some big deals to go down before February 26th. There are big names that are constantly in rumors to a variety of teams. Below is a comprehensive breakdown – and prediction – as to what happens to these stars on the move.
The Big Bad Bruin
Milan Lucic, Boston’s second round draft pick from 2006, has made an impact on the NHL as big as his 6'4, 220-pound frame. Lucic has left a handful of tough veterans battered and bruised, and a recent commitment to offense has seen his production rise as well.
If the Season Ended Today
How would the awards be handed out? Individual awards, that is. I will save the playoff predictions for another time!
If the Season Ended Today
How would the awards be handed out? Individual awards, that is. I will save the playoff predictions for another time!