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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Ian Gooding: Lead editor and master of daily news synthesis and roster impact.

Mike Clifford: Specialist in player deployment, shot metrics, and micro-trend analysis.

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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 6, 2013

By steve laidlaw|2015-07-24T08:56:08-04:00May 6th, 2013|Hockey Rambling|

Laidlaw here checking in for some more ramblings. I try not to overreact to anything in the small sample size that is the Stanley Cup Playoffs but with the stakes so high I do like to see which players the coach trusts. With that in mind it’s time to get Josh Bailey and Kyle [...]

May 05, 2013

By Dobber Sports|2013-05-05T13:27:06-04:00May 5th, 2013|Hockey Rambling|

* I'd be remiss if I didn't start this week's ramblings by touching on the first Toronto Maple Leafs playoff win in the better part of a decade. From the storylines, to the matchup strategy, to the quality of Toronto's goals, to the cultural relevence of the event, that was just a totally engrossing [...]

May 04, 2013

By Dobber Sports|2013-05-03T16:24:09-04:00May 3rd, 2013|Hockey Rambling|

* My frame-by-frame breakdown of the Kesler goals from Game 2 (via Canucks.com) * Montreal got back into the series with a total team effort. Oh, and some goals helped, too. I really like the Galchenyuk-Plekanec-Gallagher line. In particular, Galchenyuk and Gallagher are building some nice chemistry this season. If you are a fan of [...]

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May 03, 2013

By Dobber Sports|2013-05-03T04:13:37-04:00May 3rd, 2013|Hockey Rambling|

* Two games for Eric Grbya. Ummmmkay. Looks like Patrick Wiercioch will draw in tonight. Big fan of his game. Great puck mover. * The Interactive Playoff Draft List (get it here) has been updated based on the standings as of today, plus Columbus (still in it) as well as injury [...]

May 02, 2013

By Dobber Sports|2013-05-02T04:18:15-04:00May 2nd, 2013|Hockey Rambling|

* Boston and Pittsburgh both showed why they are the favourites in their respective matchups. Boston controlled the play against the Leafs, while Pittsburgh outclassed the Isles in every area of the game. Can anyone tell me why Orr and McLaren drew in to the Leafs lineup over Matt Frattin and... anybody? [...]

May 01, 2013

By Dobber Sports|2013-05-01T05:54:25-04:00May 1st, 2013|Hockey Rambling|

My Playoff Draft List is updated completely. Fully customizable, instant download, complete with notes - and even a sheet with my own personal picks if you'd rather go with those. Thanks for supporting the site. * Congratulations to Russ Miller for finishing second place in the Industry Experts League to Kukla's Korner, facing down competition [...]

April 30, 2013

By Dobber Sports|2013-04-30T03:48:44-04:00April 30th, 2013|Hockey Rambling|

* Angus here - playoff mailbag is open until the end of the day. Ask your questions here. * My Playoff Draft List is updated completely. Fully customizable, instant download, complete with notes - and even a sheet with my own personal picks if you'd rather go with those. Thanks for supporting the site. If [...]

April 29, 2013

By Dobber Sports|2013-04-29T06:07:33-04:00April 29th, 2013|Hockey Rambling|

My Playoff Draft List is updated completely. Fully customizable, instant download, complete with notes - and even a sheet with my own personal picks if you'd rather go with those. Thanks for supporting the site. * I'm getting a lot of thanks for being so bold in the preseason on Martin St. Louis (I had [...]

April 28, 2013

By Dobber Sports|2013-04-28T05:00:00-04:00April 28th, 2013|Hockey Rambling|

* Angus here - stellar debut today from Thom Drance - and my fantasy mailbag is open for a few days. * Buy the Playoff Draft List here. Updated through this morning - expect an update this evening after the match-ups are finalized, and any key injury notes will be updated through Tuesday. Basically, download [...]

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April 27, 2013

By Dobber Sports|2013-04-26T17:13:43-04:00April 26th, 2013|Hockey Rambling|

* Well, not the best game for the Minnesota Wild last night. Looking to wrap up a playoff spot they spotted the Oilers six goals. Jeff Petry and Corey Potter combined for two goals and eight shots on goal. That doesn't happen too often (not bad defensemen, but neither are known for [...]