UPDATE: The NHL is set for an electrifying Wednesday with 10 games kicking off at 7 p.m. ET as teams gear up before the Olympic break. This is a pivotal opportunity for Daily Fantasy Sports (DFS) players to optimize their lineups and maximize potential points.
With such a packed schedule, players need to capitalize on every available matchup. Notably, three teams are entering this game day after back-to-back games, heightening the stakes for players and fans alike.
Key Matchups: The Columbus Blue Jackets host the Chicago Blackhawks, while the Edmonton Oilers face off against rival Calgary Flames. Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Kings will battle the Seattle Kraken in a doubleheader showdown.
Top Goalie Picks:
1. **Mackenzie Blackwood** (COL vs. SAN, $8,300): Blackwood has rebounded with a stunning .953 save percentage over his last four games. Given San Jose’s struggle with just 25.5 shots on goal per game, he’s set for a potential win.
2. **Jake Oettinger** (DAL vs. STL, $8,200): Despite an average performance, Oettinger boasts a 2.49 GAA over his last eight starts. The Blues rank 31st in goals scored, offering Oettinger a high chance for a victory.
3. **Darcy Kuemper** (LOS vs. SEA, $8,000): With a 2.55 GAA and Seattle’s second leg of a back-to-back, Kuemper is poised for a quieter night against a struggling Seattle offense.
Value Plays to Consider:
– **Kevin Fiala** (LOS vs. SEA, $5,000): With 15 power-play points this season, Fiala is primed for success against Seattle’s 31st-ranked penalty kill.
– **Tyler Bertuzzi** (CHI at CLM, $4,800): Bertuzzi, riding alongside rookie sensation Connor Bedard, has three assists in two games and faces a Blue Jackets team with a weak penalty kill.
– **Matthew Coronato** (CGY vs. EDM, $4,400): Coronato is firing on all cylinders with 19 shots in his last four games, making him a strong choice against Edmonton’s questionable goaltending.
Forward Line Stacks:
1. **Golden Knights vs. Canucks**: Consider a trio of **Mitch Marner**, **Mark Stone**, and **Pavel Dorofeyev**. The Canucks have a league-worst 3.63 GAA and last in penalty kill efficiency.
2. **Stars vs. Blues**: Stack **Roope Hintz**, **Jason Robertson**, and **Mavrik Bourque**. The Blues are struggling defensively, sitting in the bottom four for both GAA and penalty kills.
Defenseman Options:
– **Rasmus Andersson** (VGK vs. VAN, $5,500): Andersson has made an impact with three points and 19 shots over six games, making him a solid pick against a vulnerable Canucks defense.
– **Brandt Clarke** (LOS vs. SEA, $4,400): Clarke’s eight points in the last 15 games include power-play contributions, perfect for capitalizing on Seattle’s weak penalty kill.
– **Josh Manson** (COL vs. SAN, $3,700): With 23 points and 83 shots this season, Manson is a budget-friendly option against a Sharks team allowing over 30 shots a game.
As the clock ticks down, DFS enthusiasts must act quickly to finalize their lineups for this action-packed night of NHL hockey. Share these insights to help fellow players make informed decisions!
Stay tuned for updates and player performances as the games unfold tonight!
