2024 Fantasy Hockey Rankings, News and Draft Kit

Several members of RotoWire's NHL staff make their picks for each first-round playoff series.

2024 NHL Playoffs First Round Preview

The First Round of the NHL Playoffs are here, and it's time to get a preview of all the series from Grant Leonard, with best bets and predictions for each.

The Goalie Report: Playoff Edition

In preparation for the playoffs, Jason Chen offers his goalie power rankings, starting with Sergei Bobrovsky, who will likely start every Panthers playoff game.

Next Year's NHL First-Round Picks: Who Should Be First?

Corey Abbott takes an early look at potential first-round selections for the 2024-25 campaign, starting with Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid.

NHL Season-Ending Fantasy Awards: MacKinnon's MVP

Michael Finewax offers his season-ending fantasy awards, starting with his MVP pick, Nathan MacKinnon in Colorado.

Hutch's Hockey: The Finishing Touch

Shawn Hutchinson gives one last round of players to target on each of the last four days to close out the fantasy hockey season.

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NHL Futures: Western Conference Second Round Preview + Picks

Today

The Stanley Cup Playoffs have advanced to the second round and Grant Leonard previews both Western Conference matchups with his best bets. Can McDavid push the Oilers to the WCF?

NHL DFS Picks: FanDuel Plays and Strategy for Tuesday, May 7

Today

Cale Makar is on a seven-game scoring streak and is a top defensemen pick for Tuesday NHL DFS FanDuel lineups.

NHL DFS Picks: DraftKings Plays and Strategy for Tuesday, May 7

Today

Nathan MacKinnon has scored nine points in the playoffs and is worth the price in NHL DFS DraftKings lineups Tuesday night.

Bruins vs Panthers: Game 1 Odds, Expert Picks & Predictions

Yesterday

Game 1 of the Bruins vs Panthers is set for Monday night. Dan Dobish digs into the odds and outlines his best bets and props in what could be a series dominated by goaltending.

NHL DFS Picks: FanDuel Plays and Strategy for Monday, May 6

2 days ago

Matthew Tkachuk scored 11 points versus the Bruins in last season's postseason, making him a top MVP candidate for the Monday NHL DFS one-game slate on FanDuel.

NHL DFS Picks: DraftKings Plays and Strategy for Monday, May 6

2 days ago

A defenseman who plays on the top power-play unit, Charlie McAvoy provides upside in a one-game NHL DFS DraftKings slate on Monday.

Best NHL Bets: Stanley Cup Playoffs Picks and Parlays Today

2 days ago

Dig into the best NHL bets for Sunday's Stanley Cup Playoffs doubleheader as Dan Dobish builds out his best NHL parlays. Should we expect another low-scoring Game 7 in Dallas?

FanDuel NHL: Sunday Targets

2 days ago

A Game 7 and the opener of a heavyweight series covers Sunday's FanDuel NHL schedule.

NHL DFS Picks: DraftKings Plays and Strategy for Sunday, May 5

3 days ago

Shot machine Tyler Seguin provides great value on Sunday in NHL DFS DraftKings lineups.

Bruins vs Maple Leafs Game 7 Odds, Expert Picks & Predictions

3 days ago

The Bruins and Maple Leafs square off in a decisive Game 7 tonight. Get the best NHL bets for the action as Dan Dobish breaks down the odds and details his NHL picks and props.

Stanley Cup Playoffs: NHL Playoff Pool Cheat Sheet

18 days ago

With the Stanley Cup Playoffs set to get underway, Kyle Riley lays out his NHL player rankings for fantasy hockey playoff pools featuring his breakdowns and tiers for each position.

Next Year's NHL First-Round Picks: Who Should Be First?

20 days ago

Corey Abbott takes an early look at potential first-round selections for the 2024-25 campaign, starting with Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid.

The Goalie Report: Playoff Edition

22 days ago

In preparation for the playoffs, Jason Chen offers his goalie power rankings, starting with Sergei Bobrovsky, who will likely start every Panthers playoff game.

NHL Season-Ending Fantasy Awards: MacKinnon's MVP

22 days ago

Michael Finewax offers his season-ending fantasy awards, starting with his MVP pick, Nathan MacKinnon in Colorado.

Hutch's Hockey: The Finishing Touch

22 days ago

Shawn Hutchinson gives one last round of players to target on each of the last four days to close out the fantasy hockey season.

NHL Waiver Wire: Pickups of the Week

25 days ago

With the Flames facing three vulnerable teams, Andrei Kuzmenko is primed to pile on the offensive production.

NHL Barometer: Risers and Fallers for the Week

28 days ago

Jan Levine's final Barometer of the season features the Islander's Mathew Barzal, who extended his point and assist streak to four with a helper on April 6.

Hutch's Hockey: Showdown

29 days ago

Shawn Hutchinson wants not just quantity, but also quality, with his moves heading into the final fantasy week of the season.

The Goalie Report: Risers & Fallers

29 days ago

With just a week and a half left in the season, Jason Chen offers his goalie picks and notes Semyon Varlamov should get a few more looks even though the Isles have no back-to-backs remaining.

Line Change: Late-Season Value Pickups

29 days ago

Corey Abbott offers up this week's undervalued pickup suggestions, including Phillip Danault who has notched three goals and three assists in his last 10 appearances.

NHL DFS Picks: FanDuel Plays and Strategy for Tuesday, May 7

Today

Cale Makar is on a seven-game scoring streak and is a top defensemen pick for Tuesday NHL DFS FanDuel lineups.

NHL DFS Picks: DraftKings Plays and Strategy for Tuesday, May 7

Today

Nathan MacKinnon has scored nine points in the playoffs and is worth the price in NHL DFS DraftKings lineups Tuesday night.

NHL DFS Picks: FanDuel Plays and Strategy for Monday, May 6

2 days ago

Matthew Tkachuk scored 11 points versus the Bruins in last season's postseason, making him a top MVP candidate for the Monday NHL DFS one-game slate on FanDuel.

NHL DFS Picks: DraftKings Plays and Strategy for Monday, May 6

2 days ago

A defenseman who plays on the top power-play unit, Charlie McAvoy provides upside in a one-game NHL DFS DraftKings slate on Monday.

FanDuel NHL: Sunday Targets

2 days ago

A Game 7 and the opener of a heavyweight series covers Sunday's FanDuel NHL schedule.

NHL DFS Picks: DraftKings Plays and Strategy for Sunday, May 5

3 days ago

Shot machine Tyler Seguin provides great value on Sunday in NHL DFS DraftKings lineups.

FanDuel NHL: Saturday Targets

3 days ago

Saturday's FanDuel NHL covers a Game 7 between the Bruins and Leafs.

NHL DFS Picks: DraftKings Plays and Strategy for Saturday, May 4

4 days ago

Brad Marchand has one of the highest upsides in Saturday's one-game NHL DFS slate on DraftKings.

FanDuel NHL: Friday Targets

4 days ago

A couple salary savers have been slipped into Friday's FanDuel NHL review.

NHL DFS Picks: DraftKings Plays and Strategy for Friday, May 3

5 days ago

Norris Trophy favorite Quinn Hughes has five assists versus the Predators this series and is a top NHL DFS Draftkings defenseman target.

NHL Futures: Western Conference Second Round Preview + Picks

Today

The Stanley Cup Playoffs have advanced to the second round and Grant Leonard previews both Western Conference matchups with his best bets. Can McDavid push the Oilers to the WCF?

Bruins vs Panthers: Game 1 Odds, Expert Picks & Predictions

Yesterday

Game 1 of the Bruins vs Panthers is set for Monday night. Dan Dobish digs into the odds and outlines his best bets and props in what could be a series dominated by goaltending.

Best NHL Bets: Stanley Cup Playoffs Picks and Parlays Today

2 days ago

Dig into the best NHL bets for Sunday's Stanley Cup Playoffs doubleheader as Dan Dobish builds out his best NHL parlays. Should we expect another low-scoring Game 7 in Dallas?

Bruins vs Maple Leafs Game 7 Odds, Expert Picks & Predictions

3 days ago

The Bruins and Maple Leafs square off in a decisive Game 7 tonight. Get the best NHL bets for the action as Dan Dobish breaks down the odds and details his NHL picks and props.

Dallas Stars at Vegas Golden Knights Game 6 Odds, Expert NHL Picks & Predictions

4 days ago

Jake Oettinger and the Dallas Stars are looking to close things out in Vegas tonight against the Golden Knights. Dan Dobish lays out his best bets and props for Game 6.

NHL Bets: Expert NHL Picks and Props for Friday, May 3

4 days ago

There are a pair of elimination games in store for tonight's Stanley Cup Playoffs action and Grant Leonard checks in with his best bets and player props for a crucial Friday night.

Boston Bruins at Toronto Maple Leafs Game 6 Odds, Expert Picks & Predictions

5 days ago

The Bruins host the Maple Leafs in a pivotal Game 6 tonight. Dan Dobish breaks it down with his best NHL bets and player props as the Leafs look to stave off elimination.

NHL Picks: Stanley Cup Playoffs Parlay Picks for Wednesday, May 1

6 days ago

Get the latest NHL parlay picks for Wednesday night's Stanley Cup Playoffs action as Dan Dobish dials up his expert NHL picks for this Western Conference doubleheader.

NHL Picks Tonight: Best NHL Bets and Player Props for May 1, 2024

6 days ago

A doubleheader of NHL playoff action is on tap Wednesday and Grant Leonard checks in with his best NHL bets and NHL picks tonight. Follow RotoWire for Stanley Cup Playoffs bets.

NHL Bets Today: Stanley Cup Playoffs Parlay Picks for Tuesday, April 30

7 days ago

Get the best NHL parlays for tonight's Stanley Cup Playoff action as Dan Dobish outlines his top parlay builds. Will the Bruins send the Maple Leafs to another early playoff exit?