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Stanley Cup Hangover
by Alanah McGinley on 06/13/08 at 09:16 AM ET
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From Rocky Bonanno at NHL.com
In a summer filled sure to be filled with partying and back-slapping, members of the Detroit Red Wings must be careful not to come down with a mythical illness known around hockey circles as “Stanley Cup Hangover.”
I’ve subscribed to this theory for quite some time, and keep it in mind whenever preparing for another fantasy draft. Quite simply, it is the belief that teams that advance to the Cup Final, whether win or lose, are more susceptible to disappointing performances the following season, and especially vulnerable are veterans on the wrong side of 30.
continued... as he puts his theory to the test looking at past finalists
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Gaborik Apologizes to Your Fantasy Hockey Team
by Alanah McGinley on 11/15/07 at 03:15 PM ET
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From Sportsnet.ca,
In an unprecedented move, Minnesota Wild forward Marian Gaborik has apologized to fantasy hockey owners for playing in a defensive system.
“When developing this team it is obvious that management paid no attention to fantasy owners, but instead selfishly decided that winning games was more important,” Gaborik said in a “prepared statement.”
The Slovak scorer has 13 points in 12 games this season, including a game-winning goal against the Calgary Flames. For his efforts the Wild are off to a 9-6-2 start, but fantasy owners are frustrated that Gaborik is not a Top 5 in every offensive category.
“I will continue to help you out when I can,” Gaborik explained. “But I am afraid management is obsessed with giving Minnesota fans a Stanley Cup.”
continued... plus video. Fantastic.
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Fantasy Advice
by Paul on 09/24/07 at 09:58 AM ET
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from Scott Cullen at TSN,
When preparing for your fantasy hockey draft, it’s always beneficial to know the players that will provide better value than the round in which they are selected.
These players may provide better value for a number of reasons, be it good health, better linemates or just an increase in opportunities.
Tuomo Ruutu, LW, Chicago - Physical and talented player who has yet to reach his potential in the NHL, but Ruutu is likely to start the season with rookies Jonathan Toews and Patrick Kane and the upgrade in skill for his linemates will help Ruutu start to realize his offensive upside.
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