A tough decision can be made easier with these charts showing you the best five and worst five schedules for upcoming seven-day periods. Some of you used them last year but for the benefit of new readers here is a refresher. The number next to the team indicates the 'multiplier' to use on a player's point-per-game pace to give you an idea how many points to expect for that week.
This piece was originally published at the CanucksArmy.
I was planning on writing a profile on Chris Tanev last week, but due to some personal reasons I never got the time to finish it. Tanev’s recall from Chicago came after I had started my piece, and there were quickly numerous other bloggers and writers to offer their thoughts and insights on him.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: The Goalie Guild founder Justin Goldman is proud to announce the release of a new free daily analysis tool specifically designed to evaluate starting NHL goaltenders. This tool, which is called the Starting Goalie Rating Index (SGRI), helps poolies and hockey fans answer the age-old question, “Who should I start in goal tonight?”
The number two ranked forward may not have the experience and history that most on this list have accrued, but much like Rick, he's slick and can't miss.
This month, Brian Kom speaks with...
The All-Star break offers players a mid-season reprieve and a chance to clear up the injured reserve list.
Duncan Keith vs. Ryan Suter: Who makes up the best defensive pairing in the National Hockey League? While there are a number of plausible answers there are really only two duos who fit the bill in my mind: Keith-Seabrook and Suter-Weber.
By this point in the season, fantasy GM’s should be focused on the playoffs. If you’re in contention, you want to make sure you’re building a team that has the best possible chance to win. To do so, it’s important to not just look to get the “best” players, but really focus on your weakest statistics. Last week we took a look at some goal scorers who might be helpful additions, and this week we’ll look at some assist-heavy performers.
The All Star Break is close at hand. There are three nights of games, then a five night break, and then six more nights to complete the 14 day “week”. Therefore, next week there will be no “Between The Lines”. Now let's get down to business.
