The fantasy slant on Minnesota signing forward Eric Staal. **** After seeing his production decline in recent years, it would make sense that Eric Staal was going to be getting significantly less than he thought he might even a year ago once free agency rolled around. This was the case when he signed with Minnesota: [...]
Digging into the fantasy impact of James Reimer signing with the Florida Panthers … […]
Fantasy Impact: New York Islanders sign winger Andrew Ladd to a monster seven-year deal worth $38.5 million The Islanders get: One of the most coveted free agent wingers in the FA pool this year. Andrew Ladd and New York Islanders come terms on a 7 year/ $38.5 M deal. #NYI — Aaron Ward (@NHL_AaronWard) July 1, [...]
Fantasy Impact: The Edmonton Oilers have signed big winger Milan Lucic to a seven-year deal worth $42 million. The Oilers get: one of the best big wingers with skill in the entire league. Edmonton has been criticized for being too heavy with skilled, 'nice' forwards. They fixed that in a big way. [...]
Breaking down the fantasy impact of David Backes signing a five-year deal with the Boston Bruins … […]
Fantasy Impact: The Vancouver Canucks have signed Loui Eriksson to a six-year deal worth $36 million The Canucks get: In a bit of a surprise, Loui Eriksson is a top-sniping winger who is coming off a big year - but also a contract year. Eriksson to Van. 6 yrs x $6 mil. — Darren [...]
This week's Frozen Pool Forensics looks at the likely new centre for Taylor Hall: Adam Henrique. **** This FPF will be brief, boys and girls. It’s July 1st so there’s going to be plenty of words to read on free agent signees, burgers to barbeque, and Team Canada jerseys to be worn in scorching hot [...]
Looking ahead to Christmas in the summer, NHL Free Agent Frenzy, as well as thoughts on Krug/Seidenberg. **** HAPPY FREE AGENCY DAY! The Dobber team will have all the coverage fantasy owners need throughout the day right here on Dobber Hockey. Be sure to check back regularly to see the latest signings, what it means [...]
With Steven Stamkos off the free agency list, is Milan Lucic the most impactful free agent in terms of fantasy leagues? […]
This week's Capped looks to find homes for the big unrestricted free agent forwards. **** Now that the NHL Entry Draft is behind us, the focus of NHL General Managers switches to free agency, or as I like to call it, “the silly season.” This is the time of the year when GMs go hog-wild, [...]
