Recent Articles from this Column
April 21, 2013
Schedule Analysis: All Bets Are Wild
The Wild get to feast on the Oilers and Avs in the final week of the season, which bodes well for Niklas Backstrom.
April 14, 2013
Schedule Analysis: Beware the C.R.A.W.
John Tavares and the Isles remain hot - Brian Rutherford breaks down their schedule for the final two weeks.
April 7, 2013
Schedule Analysis: Taming the Wild
Niklas Backstrom gave up four goals in back-to-back games and then got pulled after allowing two more on two shots against the Kings last week.
March 31, 2013
Schedule Analysis: Big Matchups This Week
There are a number of repeat engagements this week as we hit the NHL trade deadline, including Nashville with three huge games against the Blackhawks this week.
March 25, 2013
Schedule Analysis: Bruins For Four
Brad Marchand and the Bruins have a favorable four-game schedule this week. Brian Rutherford breaks them all down here.
March 17, 2013
Schedule Analysis: Rare Bird in Vancouver
Henrik Sedin and the Canucks have five games this week. But is that a good thing for their fantasy owners? Brian Rutherford discusses that concept this week.
March 10, 2013
Schedule Analysis: Five in Beantown
Milan Lucic and the Bruins have five games this week. Brian Rutherford breaks down the rest of the schedule for Week 8.
March 3, 2013
Schedule Analysis: March's Rollercoaster Schedule
Logan Couture and the Sharks couldn't be happier that February is over.
February 24, 2013
Schedule Analysis: New Coach, But Same Old Play?
There is no guaranteed win for Ryan Miller and the Sabres these days.
February 17, 2013
Schedule Analysis: Five on the Isle
John Tavares and the Islanders have a rare five-game week.
February 10, 2013
Schedule Analysis: Fizzling Flames
The Calgary Flames have four games this week, but they're dealing with a lot of injuries right now, including one for goalie Miikka Kiprusoff..
February 3, 2013
Schedule Analysis: Short Month, Busy Schedule
Henrik Zetterberg and the Red Wings are going to be awfully busy in February.
January 27, 2013
Schedule Analysis: Back-to-Back Twice
Montreal (and Carey Price) and Dallas have arduous schedules due to the timing of their games this week.
January 18, 2013
Schedule Analysis: The Jam-Packed Schedule Begins
The Flyers, Blues and Blackhawks all have six games over the first nine games.
April 2, 2012
Schedule Analysis: Final Week
Nicklas Backstrom could be a key to whether the Caps get to the playoffs.
March 25, 2012
Schedule Analysis: Division Drop-Offs
What are the schedules like for those in tight division races this week?
March 19, 2012
Schedule Analysis: Picking on the Wild
The Wild have been struggling lately, though the return of Niklas Backstrom could be imminent.
March 11, 2012
Schedule Analysis: Sharks' Blood In The Water
Antii Niemi and the Sharks have flailed down the stretch and are at risk of missing the playoffs.
March 5, 2012
Schedule Analysis: Smell the Desperation
Which teams will benefit from their schedules this week?
February 26, 2012
Schedule Analysis: Smoke Clearing
How has your roster been affected by the trade deadline manuevering?
February 20, 2012
Schedule Analysis: Eye of the Hurricanes
Tuomo Ruutu is out, but who else might miss games if they get dealt?
February 5, 2012
Schedule Analysis: New Guy Riding Shotgun
Who's riding shotgun with Vincent Lecavalier and Martin St. Louis?
January 29, 2012
Schedule Analysis: Back In Action
The NHL returns with a heavy slate, especially in the East.
January 22, 2012
Schedule Analysis: All-Star Week
Only a handful of teams have multiple games this week.
January 15, 2012
Schedule Analysis: Five Games For the Champs
Zdeno Chara and the Bruins will be busy this week, with five games in seven days.
January 8, 2012
Schedule Analysis: Standing Alone
The Penguins' Marc-Andre Fleury must be feeling lonely given all the injuries to his teammates.
January 1, 2012
Schedule Analysis: Ringing In the New Year
Jonathan Toews and his Blackhawk teammates will be awfully busy early in January.
December 26, 2011
Schedule Analysis: Blues Before And After
The Red Wings draw the Blues in the Joe twice this week.
December 18, 2011
Schedule Analysis: Light Christmas Schedule
Every game counts a little more this week, with the lighter schedule around Christmas.
December 11, 2011
Schedule Analysis: Cross-Coast Trips
The Stars and Kings face challenging road trips this week.
December 4, 2011
Schedule Analysis: Hab or Hab Not
Brian Rutherford breaks down the Canadiens' schedule this week, among other teams.
November 27, 2011
Schedule Analysis: Ducks' Fowl Schedule
Corey Perry and the Ducks have a tough schedule this week.
November 20, 2011
Schedule Analysis: Tough Calgary Schedule
The Flames have one of the tougher schedules in a busy week this week.
November 13, 2011
Schedule Analysis: Week 6 Highlights
Brian Rutherford highlights the key points of this week's NHL schedule.
November 6, 2011
Schedule Analysis: Light Schedule
Niklas Backstrom (who may start Tuesday) and the Wild are one of only three teams that play more than three games and six total teams will play only two games this upcoming week in the NHL.
October 30, 2011
Schedule Analysis: Multiple Back-to-Back Games
This is a good week to steal points with a backup goalie.
October 23, 2011
Schedule Analysis: Bench Backstrom
Niklas Backstrom and the Wild have just two tough games this week.
October 16, 2011
Schedule Analysis: Get Those Oilers Now
Brian Rutherford isn't just bullish on Edmonton's future, but wants to get in on the ground floor this year.
October 6, 2011
Schedule Analysis: The Season Begins
Brian Rutherford breaks down the first 11 days of the NHL season.
April 3, 2011
Schedule Analysis: Coyotes vs. Sharks
With the final week of the regular season upon us, Brian Rutherford looks at a few critical matchups. Shane Doan and the Coyotes are 0-4 against the Sharks this season.
March 20, 2011
Schedule Analysis: Winnowing Down
Patrik Elias and the Devils are making a final push for a playoff spot.
March 13, 2011
Schedule Analysis: Do-Or-Die Time
Martin Brodeur and the Devils have four big games this week.
March 6, 2011
Schedule Analysis: Tight Playoff Races
Brian Rutherford breaks down the high-points for this week's NHL Schedule.
February 20, 2011
Schedule Analysis: Blues For Five
The St. Louis Blues have five games this week.
February 13, 2011
Schedule Analysis: Wild Week
Niklas Backstrom and the Wild have a pretty big week coming up.
February 6, 2011
Schedule Analysis: Big Road Games
A number teams on the playoff fringe have big road games this week.
January 30, 2011
Schedule Analysis: Popular Penguins
Get ready to see a lot of Kris Letang and his Penguins teammates this week. Pittsburgh plays four games, three of which will be broadcast on national television.
January 23, 2011
Schedule Analysis: Nabby Not on the Island
Evgeni Nabokov said he will not report to the Islanders.
January 16, 2011
Schedule Analysis: Fire Sale on the Eastern Seabord?
The Panthers could be a big seller at the trade deadline.
January 9, 2011
Schedule Analysis: New School Rivalries
A few teams that aren't traditional rivals but have evolved into rivals nonetheless hook up this week.
January 2, 2011
Schedule Analysis: Schedule Trends
The schedule really starts to pick up after New Year's Day.
December 26, 2010
Schedule Analysis: Tracking the Broadcasts
Niklas Backstrom has seemingly regained his starting job between the pipes for the Wild.
November 28, 2010
Schedule Analysis: Division Leaders Check
Daniel Briere and the Flyers are among the league's elite.
November 21, 2010
Schedule Analysis: Word Association
Rick Nash is the face of the Blue Jackets, but there's more to Columbus besides him.
November 14, 2010
Schedule Analysis: Kings of the West
Anze Kopitar and the Kings remain white-hot.
November 7, 2010
Schedule Analysis: Rebounding Blackhawks
Look for Patrick Sharp and his fellow Blackhawks to get back on track this week.
October 31, 2010
Schedule Analysis: Targeting the Devils?
It's not necessarily Marty Brodeur's fault, but it's been a sound strategy to start your skaters against the Devils this year.
October 24, 2010
Schedule Analysis: Time to Fly?
Mike Richards and the Flyers have four games this week.
October 17, 2010
Schedule Analysis: Intriguing Islanders
Josh Bailey and his Islanders teammates are off to a nice start.
October 10, 2010
Schedule Analysis: Four For the Pens
Marc-Andre Fleury (pictured) and the Pens have four games this week. Brian Rutherford breaks down the schedule for the other four-game teams in the NHL.
