Hockey Rambling

Fantasy Hockey Ramblings: Daily Strategic Briefings & Expert Analysis
Welcome to the DobberHockey Ramblings, the industry’s most trusted daily source for fantasy hockey intelligence. For over 20 years—365 days a year—our elite team of analysts has provided the essential “morning read” for competitive managers. This is where the previous 24 hours of NHL action are decoded into actionable strategy.

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We transform raw box scores into a strategic roadmap, ensuring you never miss a shift in the NHL landscape:

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May 16, 2013

By Dobber Sports|2013-05-16T01:51:55-04:00May 16th, 2013|Hockey Rambling|

* Five core Canucks who could be traded this summer if some big changes are made. * I figure I should probably offer some thoughts up on Detroit and Chicago. The young Detroit defense couldn't handle Chicago's speed and constant pressure. Brendan Smith struggled for much of the game. He's [...]

May 15, 2013

By Dobber Sports|2013-05-15T05:34:03-04:00May 15th, 2013|Hockey Rambling|

It was nice of the league to continue the tradition of three nominees for the Bill Masterton Trophy. And Sidney Crosby and Adam McQuaid had some tough moments. But for Josh Harding to pick himself up after the crushing news informing him that he has MS, and then later returning from treatment to play in [...]

May 14, 2013

By Dobber Sports|2013-05-14T05:15:53-04:00May 14th, 2013|Hockey Rambling|

From J.P. of Japer's Rink - Henrik Lundqvist's save percentage for Games 5-7: 0.979. Jaroslav Halak's for Games 5-7 in 2010: 0.978. * Pittsburgh GM Ray Shero, Montreal GM Marc Bergevin and Anaheim GM Bob Murray were named finalists for the GM of the year award. I love the idea of this award, as [...]

May 13, 2013

By Dobber Sports|2013-05-13T05:19:32-04:00May 13th, 2013|Hockey Rambling|

Regarding my note below on Juhamatti Aaltonen, I had a source read that and contact me - he has inside information that Aaltonen has received a one-way contract offer from the Dallas Stars. Glean from that what you will. * With $9 million likely needed for the Red Wings to re-sign pending UFA [...]

May 12, 2013

By Dobber Sports|2013-05-12T08:22:17-04:00May 12th, 2013|Hockey Rambling|

* I found it a bit unnerving that there was only a single NHL game on Saturday. Thankfully game six of the Islanders/Penguins series (a series affectionately referred to on Twitter as the Penislanders series) delivered, and then some, with a 4-3 overtime thriller. Still the single game slate served as a reminder [...]

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May 11, 2013

By Dobber Sports|2013-05-11T03:17:26-04:00May 11th, 2013|Hockey Rambling|

* Top five trade values on the Canucks (with some trade thoughts regarding Kesler, Edler, the goalies, and more). * Here's an interesting read on Phaneuf, and a bit more support to my thought that he is incredibly underrated as people tend to focus on solely the negative aspects of his game. Phaneuf isn’t the [...]

May 10, 2013

By Dobber Sports|2013-05-10T04:07:57-04:00May 10th, 2013|Hockey Rambling|

* Hart finalists - Crosby, Ovechkin, and Tavares. I'd have put Toews in there, but you could make an argument for any of the three of them. * The NHL is heading to Sochi next year, as the league and the IOC have reached an agreement (finally). Here's my roster projection [...]

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May 09, 2013

By Dobber Sports|2013-05-08T15:35:07-04:00May 8th, 2013|Hockey Rambling|

* Carey Price is done for the series with a lower body injury. Budaj time. * My quick post-mortem take on the Canucks. Things aren't as rosy as they once were in Vancouver. * Caught most of the third and all of overtime in the Ducks/Wings game. Great, great [...]

May 8, 2013

By Dobber Sports|2013-05-08T05:51:15-04:00May 8th, 2013|Hockey Rambling|

The Islanders could very easily be up 3-1 in their series with the Pens if not for that heartbreaking loss on Sunday. Nevertheless, New York is in good shape at 2-2 and could be looking at a major upset. John Tavares and company have had no trouble keeping up with Pittsburgh when it comes to [...]

May 07, 2013

By Dobber Sports|2013-05-07T05:21:26-04:00May 7th, 2013|Hockey Rambling|

The Sabres have elected to keep Ron Rolston on as their head coach for next season. Not going for an established coach indicates to me that they are indeed going 'rebuild', and that the unproven coach can grow as the team grows. * My thoughts on the Calder finalists - I think the right picks [...]