With the fantasy hockey season winding down, managers in keeper leagues need to start considering players to bring over to the 2009-2010 season. This is the second segment in a multi-part series exploring keeper options at right wing for keeper leagues.
Shane Doan | Phoenix Coyotes
In an organization going through some trying times right now, it’s refreshing to know that no matter what happens, you’ll get the same gritty, clutch consistency out of Shane Doan, no matter what happens with the Coyotes. Doan has been with the organization since day 1 and has developed into an impressive leader on the ice; something this young core of players will definitely need in 2009-2010. Doan may be in a little bit of a weaker market, but where he sometimes falls short in the point department compared to other right wingers, he makes up for with penalty minutes. He’s not afraid to stick his nose in places and ruffle a few feathers, so if you believe you can address other needs in your draft before taking a right winger, keep Doan in the back of your mind and go for it.
Brad Boyes | St. Louis Blues
If you’re in a fantasy hockey keeper league in which goal scoring counts for just a little bit more, Brad Boyes may not be a bad option for you. He has really hit his stride with the Blues, lighting the lamp 76 times in two full seasons with St. Louis. That’s not too shabby in anyone’s fantasy book. And with the Blues becoming stronger and stronger each season, there aren’t too many things preventing him from putting up another 40 in the upcoming 2009-2010 season. If you’re a manager that believes in building up a solid goaltender and defender before addressing the players up front, consider Boyes to be a great option at right wing for the next several years.
Martin Havlat | Minnesota Wild
The only thing keeping Martin Havlat out of the top tier category is his proneness to injury. He is still one of the most talented players in the league and should have a productive career with the Wild if he can stay healthy. Make the appropriate decision and don’t reach too far for Havlat in your draft this year. If you’re a manager with one of the first couple of picks in a fantasy keeper draft, it may not be a terrible idea to go back-to-back right wingers with your swing pick in the 2nd and 3rd rounds. Landing someone like Havlat, then someone like Boyes locks up your right side, and with the depth at the center position, you could easily address the other 2 holes in your roster and still have a solid keeper team heading into the future.
Devin Setoguchi | San Jose Sharks
Usually we offer a bit of caution with young players as we don’t want to see a manager make an investment in a young gun, and have them go all Patrik Stefan on them. But Devin Setoguchi may be a safe investment for the next couple of seasons if he remains in San Jose. He’s due for a contract at the end of this season, so expect him to be on top of his game all year long. With Jonathan Cheechoo trade rumors swirling, we could find Setoguchi as a top line staple with the Sharks this season (and seasons to come if they re-up with him at the end of this year). Certainly give him a look in a keeper draft this season; he’ll be productive and certainly keep your team competitive. If the Sharks can move Cheechoo, it may be safe to assume the organization is moving forward and Setoguchi will be a shark for several more years.
J.P. Dumont | Nashville Predators
It may surprise some that Dumont is on this list, but in all honesty, it’s difficult to argue with the consistency he has showed with the Predators. In 3 seasons with Nashville, Dupont has 203 points and has been a top two scorer on the team since the 2006-2007 season. He still has a couple more seasons in Nashville where he will be a top line candidate and a power play staple, so if you’re looking for a solid producer at a “bargain” price, draft Dupont. Those who already keep him know his value. It wouldn’t be out of line to expect 65-70 points from him this season.
Jason Pominville | Buffalo Sabres
Pommer is going to be a staple in the Buffalo lineup for the next 5 seasons, so unless the Sabres go out and acquire a marquee right winger in that time period, he’ll be anchoring the top line with Vanek and Roy. Pominville has played extremely well in his short career with Buffalo as he has never produced less than 66 points in 3 complete seasons with the Sabres. Consider him a solid option moving forward, and if the players around him can remain healthy, he shouldn’t drop below the 70 point mark over the next 2-3 seasons.
Saucerpass is currently running a keeper league series uncovering different levels of players at all 5 positions. We have already looked at goaltenders left wingers and centers, and will continue to breakdown every position until we’ve covered most options for next season:
Keeper Right Wingers for 2009-2010
Keeper Defenders for 2009-2010
Top Tier Defenders
Solid Defenders
Serviceable Defenders
Questionable Defenders
Keeper Centers for 2009-2010
Top Tier Centers
Solid Centers
Serviceable Centers
Questionable Centers
Keeper Left Wingers for 2009-2010
Top Tier Left Wingers
Solid Left Wingers
Serviceable Left Wingers (Part 1)
Serviceable Left Wingers (Part 2)
Questionable Left Wingers (Part 1)
Questionable Left Wingers (Part 2)
Keeper Goaltenders for 2009-2010
Top Tier Goaltenders
Solid Goaltenders
Serviceable Goaltenders
Questionable Goaltenders (Part 1)
Questionable Goaltenders (Part 2)
Subscribe to our RSS feed!
Loading ...
