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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Puneet Sharma: Prospects expert and long-time fantasy hockey enthusiast adept at capturing player trends.

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Russian Hart Trophy Finalists – Ramble – April 30, 2009

By Dobber Sports|2009-04-30T07:59:19-04:00April 30th, 2009|Hockey Rambling|

Richard Zednik has signed to play for Lokomotiv of the KHL next season. The Flyers have signed prospect rearguard Joonas Lehtivuori to an entry level deal. He was their fourth round pick in 2006, but has little fantasy value. Eric Tangradi, ranked 47th on my Fantasy Prospects List, underwent surgery to repair a complete laceration in [...]

Crosby vs. Ovechkin – Ramble – April 29, 2009

By Dobber Sports|2009-04-29T08:40:07-04:00April 29th, 2009|Hockey Rambling|

It turns out that Drury played with a broken hand. We'll let him off the hook for the trend I pointed out below. TSN is reporting that Mike Richards will undergo surgery tomorrow to repair a torn labrum in his right shoulder. He will be sidelined 10-12 weeks. There are also hints that he may [...]

Joe Thornton Bombs Again – Rambling – April 28, 2009

By Dobber Sports|2009-04-28T10:18:01-04:00April 28th, 2009|Hockey Rambling|

The Keeper League Fantasy Pack 2009 is now available in the shop, FYI. I think that's everyone's favorite pack ;) The top two players in ice time in the postseason - Gonchar is first (26:32), Seabrook is second (26:29). The Penguins have signed coach Dan Bylsma to a contract - you can remove the "interim" [...]

April 27, 2009 – Matt Duchene…and More…

By Dobber Sports|2009-04-27T07:57:52-04:00April 27th, 2009|Hockey Rambling|

Detroit prospect Dick Axelsson has returned to Sweden. He was unable to get into an AHL game due to a finger injury. He is ranked 96th on my prospects list. Both Sergei Samsonov and Jamie Langenbrunner returned to the NJ/CAR series last night. Samsonov has just one point in five playoff games and he played 14 [...]

Dobber’s Ramblings – April 26, 2009

By Dobber Sports|2009-04-26T10:29:53-04:00April 26th, 2009|Hockey Rambling|

Jonas Hiller continues to shine, even though he took the loss last night. He stopped 45 of 48 shots, facing nearly twice the number that his counterpart faced. It's hard to imaging JS Giguere becoming a full-time backup, but with a six-million dollar cap hit, which team would want him? Something it gonna happen here [...]

Fantasy Hockey Ramble – April 25

By Dobber Sports|2009-04-25T09:48:06-04:00April 25th, 2009|Hockey Rambling|

Niklas Backstrom's hip surgery went better than expected and he will only be shelved for three months instead of the 4-6 talk. Henrik Lundqvist got the hook after just 14 shots on goal. Four of them got by him. Simeon Varlamov picked up his second shutout - what a great pick for next campaign. The [...]

Fantasy Hockey Ramble – April 24, 2009

By Dobber Sports|2009-04-24T08:04:28-04:00April 24th, 2009|Hockey Rambling|

Dobber Nation will be uploaded by 4pm - be sure to pick it up for the drive home! FYI, DobberHockey finally joined Twitter. Look up Dobber or DobberHockey, I'm not sure which one will find it. A too many men on the ice penalty ended the season for Columbus. Here is what we can take [...]

Fantasy Hockey Ramble – April 23, 2009

By Dobber Sports|2009-04-23T08:56:57-04:00April 23rd, 2009|Hockey Rambling|

The Gazette is reporting that Petr Sykora will be replaced in the lineup by Miro Satan. Sykora was reportedly caught off guard by the switch. Looks like Bylsma will go with the hot hand going forward. The Knights were eliminated from the postseason and John Tavares did not lead them in scoring. Washington d-man John [...]

Fantasy Hockey Ramble – April 22, 2009

By Dobber Sports|2009-04-22T08:03:06-04:00April 22nd, 2009|Hockey Rambling|

In what is really just a formality, Bobby Ryan and Kris Versteeg were announced as finalists for the Calder Trophy along with the winner Steve Mason. Why Kris Versteeg got in when he had something like 10 points in his last 30 games, versus Pekka Rinne who nearly caught Mason in terms of comparable numbers [...]

Fantasy Hockey Ramble – April 21, 2009

By Dobber Sports|2009-04-21T08:36:59-04:00April 21st, 2009|Hockey Rambling|

The Dispatch is reporting that Derick Brassard has been cleared for contact. He will not be in Game 3, but Game 4 is looking very good. If you're up for a long read, I recapped my moves/thoughts and strategies in one of my keeper leagues. You can find it HERE I am about 99% certain [...]