PDO is a key metric for evaluating player performance and is often used to measure luck or variance. While PDO can regress towards a league average, suggesting predictability, its interpretation requires caution. A high or low PDO doesn't always signify luck; it can also reflect team strategy or player skill. This article aims to demystify [...]
In the realm of fantasy hockey, where every point can be the difference between triumph and mediocrity, a deeper dive into advanced statistics becomes not just a strategy, but a necessity. This season, we're peeling back the layers of conventional stats to reveal a hidden cove of insights through advanced metrics such as xGF%, HDGF%, [...]
The NHL season's opening chapter is unfolding, and with it comes the opportunity for fantasy hockey managers to set the tone for their campaign. At this juncture, with the standings still taking shape, conventional wisdom leans heavily on the most apparent statistics: goals, assists, and goaltending victories. However, the astute fantasy manager is already looking [...]
Welcome back. I hope everyone had an amazing experience watching frozen frenzy; it’s good to see ESPN capitalizing on the uber-popular NFL Redzone. As the NHL season gains momentum, so should your fantasy strategies. This week, we're diving into two intriguing metrics that could be game changers for your team: Takeaways vs. Giveaways and iCF [...]
As teams are starting to find their rhythm, fantasy hockey managers should be doing the same. While it's easy to get caught up in the excitement of the new season, it's crucial to remember that each decision you make now can have a lasting impact on your fantasy team's success. This week, we're diving deep [...]
Welcome to the Regular Season of the NHL! As the puck drops and teams hit the ice, fantasy hockey managers are equally busy setting their lineups, making trades, and scouring the waiver wire. The excitement is intense, and the early weeks of the season are a crucial period that can significantly influence your chances of [...]
Draft day is not just a pivotal moment; it's the cornerstone upon which your entire fantasy hockey season is built. We've explored the power of NHLe metrics and the revolutionary impact of Player Tracking Technology on player evaluation, but even armed with these advanced analytics, it's easy to make mistakes that can derail your season [...]
Welcome back fantasy hockey fans! Last time, we delved into the bold world of NHL Equivalency (NHLe) and Player Tracking Technology. Today, we're homing in on NHLe and how this game-changing metric can be your ace in the hole come draft day. Eager to take your fantasy hockey game to the next level? Let's dive [...]
The world of fantasy hockey is heavily driven by data and statistical analysis, including traditional metrics such as Zone Start Percentage (ZS%) and Corsi-For Percentage (CF%), standard tools that have been in use since the early to late 2000s. As time has passed and technology has advanced, new frontiers in analytics have emerged, with cutting-edge [...]
