2010-2011 Fantasy Hockey Sleepers: Northeast Division

The second installment in the 2010-2011 Sleeper series targets who’s available to steal in the Northeast Division.

Player: Tyler Ennis
Team: Buffalo Sabres
Position: Center/Wing
Impact: Deeper Fantasy Leagues
Analysis: For any Sabres fan that was able to stomach the playoff series against Boston last season, you would probably agree that one of the bright spots in that shortened Cup run was the play of Tyler Ennis. He has a great work ethic and a knack for racking up the points. The service that you play in may have him listed at center or wing, or potentially both, so keep an eye out for that on draft day. The Buffalo coaching staff has already come out and stated » click to continue »

2010-2011 Fantasy Hockey Sleepers: Atlantic Division

August is fast approaching and an active summer in the NHL has left many fantasy hockey managers wondering what’s in store for the upcoming season. You’ll find that many fantasy hockey services will start opening their games in the upcoming weeks, so it might be good to take a look at who is going to be flying under the radar on draft day.

Player: Jason Arnott
Team: New Jersey Devils
Position: Center
Impact Depth: Average Sized Leagues
Analysis: The soon to be 17-year NHL veteran has made his way back to where he undoubtedly had the most success in his professional career. Managers concerned with Arnott’s age shouldn’t be deterred from considering him as a nice 3rd option at center. For those managers who wait on centers, he should be a suitable » click to continue »

Team Canada Wins Gold over USA in Overtime!

Canada wins the gold medal for the 2010 Vancouver Olympics over the USA in sudden overtime on a quick Sidney Crosby goal vs. Team USA. After Parise tied it up late in the 3rd with just under 25 seconds left to go in the game, Crosby finishes it off on a quick little play on a nice pass off the wall from Iginla and just put it on net as… » click to continue »

Consider Taking on Jaroslav Halak or Josh Harding

No matter what kind of fantasy hockey league you are in, there are always people on the lookout for goaltenders. If you fall into this category, take note. Over the past several months, we have heard rumors surrounding goaltenders Jaroslav Halak and Josh Harding.

The Halak rumors are far more intense at this point in time, so fantasy managers, especially in keeper leagues may want to consider making a play for Jaro Halak. Halak has been playing 2nd fiddle to Carey Price in Montreal for the past couple years, however, Price’s inconsistencies has allowed Halak to showcase his talents and prove he could be a number 1 goaltender candidate somewhere in the NHL. Now is the perfect time for fantasy managers (especially in keeper leagues) to make a play for him. Chances are not too many fantasy managers are » click to continue »

Take a Chance on Rob Schremp

Fantasy managers savvy to the up and coming talent in the NHL have certainly heard the name Rob Shremp being thrown around over the past several seasons. Perhaps some have seen the video of his crafty “stickmanship” during a Skills Competition in Wilkes-Barre. There’s little doubt in anyone’s mind that he is a crafty player with the potential to put up big numbers, however, his game has » click to continue »