Lining Up

Lining Up: NHL Line Combinations and Deployment Analysis
Welcome to Lining Up, DobberHockey’s dedicated column for analyzing NHL line combinations and their fantasy impact. In fantasy hockey, talent is only half the battle—deployment is the other. This category provides expert analysis on shifting line chemistry, defensive pairings, and power-play units to help you identify which players are gaining the most valuable ice time.

Track the Chemistry That Wins Leagues
A promotion to the top line or the first power-play unit (PP1) can instantly transform a waiver-wire find into a seasonal centerpiece. Our “Lining Up” reports focus on:

Line Shuffles & Auditions: Analysis of mid-game changes and practice line rushes that signal upcoming breakout performances.

Power Play Stacks: Identifying the four-forward and five-man units that maximize scoring potential.

Even-Strength Correlation: Tracking which duos are most effective together to help you “stack” your fantasy roster.

Deployment Shifts: Monitoring offensive zone start percentages (oZS%) and ice time trends for rising stars.

Interactive Line Tools
While our columns provide the “Why,” our data tools provide the “What.” For real-time, interactive data, utilize our industry-leading Frozen Tools:

NHL Line Combination Tool: See seasonal and game-by-game line trends for every NHL team.

Last Game Lines: Get the exact lineup data from the most recent games to stay ahead of the daily news cycle.

Lucas Main pens this weekly article on the hottest, coldest and newest line combinations in the NHL over the past week. Check it out every Tuesday!

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Anthony Duclair Clicking With Toews and Other Hot Lines

By Brennan Des|2018-01-30T12:02:16-05:00January 30th, 2018|Lining Up|

This week we take an in-depth look into a couple of lines and how they’ve produced recently. We also squeeze in a couple of quick thoughts on notable line changes that could make certain players more valuable going forward. Alex Debrincat – Jonathan Toews – Anthony Duclair Team ES Point Production: 10 [...]

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The Golden Knights Top Line Riding High

By Brennan Des|2018-01-23T02:02:24-05:00January 23rd, 2018|Lining Up|

This week we take a look at how some top lines have been performing in their past ten games: breaking down the victories in Vegas, high-flying Flyers, and star-studded Stars. William Karlsson – Jonathan Marchessault – Reilly Smith Team ES Point Production: 54 |Line ES Point Production: 23 (43% of team) | [...]

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The Sharks’ Second Line Offers Intriguing Potential

By Brennan Des|2018-01-16T11:22:00-05:00January 16th, 2018|Lining Up|

This week I get carried away in an Island paradise, but catch myself to recognize the circling Sharks. For the latest injury updates and line changes, follow me on Twitter @BrennanDeSouza! Anthony Beauvillier – Mathew Barzal – Jordan Eberle Scoring Chances For: 35 | Scoring Chances Against: 25 | Corsi For %: [...]

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Brock Boeser Has Revived the Sedins, and Other Hot Lines to Consider

By Brennan Des|2018-01-09T00:58:11-05:00January 9th, 2018|Lining Up|

With bye-week bonanza upon us, we take a look at some lines that won’t be limited by games played this week. Follow me on Twitter for the latest injury updates and new line combinations, @BrennanDeSouza! Jeff Skinner - Derek Ryan – Elias Lindholm Scoring Chances For: 35 | Scoring Chances Against: 20 [...]

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The Ducks Top Line Has Taken Off With Getzlaf’s Return

By Brennan Des|2018-01-02T02:15:48-05:00January 2nd, 2018|Lining Up|

This week we quickly review the 10 lines who scored the most goals in the 2017 portion of this season. We also take a look at a couple of lines who should see great production in 2018. For injury updates and the latest line combinations that affect your fantasy roster, follow me on Twitter [...]

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Burakovsky’s Return Gives Washington a Third Line to Contend With

By steve laidlaw|2017-12-26T00:49:53-05:00December 26th, 2017|Lining Up|

With the Oilers seemingly on the rise, we take at the depth scoring they will need for the team to get back into playoff conversations. We also show some love to a few lesser known names in New York and Washington who have been producing recently (past three games). Next week we’ll review lines [...]

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Wild’s Top Unit Underperforming

By Brennan Des|2017-12-19T12:55:44-05:00December 19th, 2017|Lining Up|

This week we get Wild, watch Patrick Kane develop chemistry with a young talent, and find a new triplet to replace Nikita Kucherov. For quick updates on the newest line combinations and the latest injury news, follow me on Twitter @BrennanDeSouza! Nick Schmaltz – Artem Anisimov – Patrick Kane 5on5 Goals For: [...]

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Tom Wilson Capitalizing on his Top-Line Chance

By Brennan Des|2017-12-12T00:43:24-05:00December 12th, 2017|Lining Up|

This week we take a look at a line Capitalizing on their chances, some Leafs that may be falling, and Senators losing their seat. I usually reserve my Twitter account @BrennanDeSouza for injury updates, so you can pick up players that become relevant when others are due to miss time. However, going forward I’ll [...]

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Lining Up: Lines in Columbus, Nashville, and Detroit

By Brennan Des|2017-12-05T09:03:21-05:00December 5th, 2017|Lining Up|

Artemi Panarin is adjusting to life on his new team with new linemates. […]

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Eberle, Barzal and Ladd Form One of the League’s Hottest Lines

By Brennan Des|2017-11-28T11:35:25-05:00November 28th, 2017|Lining Up|

This week we look at a particularly hot line and a couple of cold ones (I’m not talking about beers) in the past ten days, as well as what we should expect from them in the future. Also added some notable line changes that might warrant a spot start! Andrew Ladd – Mathew Barzal [...]