The Wire Troll: Cody Hodgson is Producing

/ Chris Wassel, Hockey, The Wire Troll

With Week 15 coming up for Fantasy hockey owners, the realization that the “playoff push” is coming fast and furious should hit very hard. The injuries keep piling up for teams and with no end in sight, there are just times when you have to go so unconventional that even the best experts will wind up scratching their heads. It can be a time to completely tank some categories in the interest of saving others on your team.

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The Wire Troll: Carlo Colaiacovo Producing for the Blues

/ Chris Wassel, Hockey, The Wire Troll

Did you ever have the feeling that January really is just “one of those months?” This is the time of year where Fantasy thoughts turn into the classic “oh, who is hurt now?” scenario. If you don’t think so, then think again. When you recall some of the more recent injuries, they really do have Fantasy GMs scrambling for viable alternatives.

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The Wire Troll: Christmas Wishlist Part Uno

/ Chris Wassel, Hockey, The Wire Troll

Next week with Part Deux, we will wrap up with the players that have already delivered on some of our more far fetched wishes. It seems hard to believe, but Week 11 is the midpoint of the Fantasy hockey season in leagues with playoffs. With that in mind, time is of the essence and with the Christmas roster freeze in effect starting Monday until December 27, that time is now.

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The Wire Troll: Nick Foligno is on Fire

/ Chris Wassel, Fantasy Leagues, Hockey, The Wire Troll

The toughest time of year comes in about a one month span from now until around the All-Star break. Why? Simple: Weeks 10-to-14 are a test of wills especially for those who are middling around in their leagues. The frustration level can hit a fever pitch. The difference between a playoff and non-playoff team is so razor thin that a person’s head could spin. One move — just one simple move — can really make that playoff goal attainable.

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The Wire Troll: Nikita Nikitin Finds a Home in Columbus

/ Chris Wassel, Hockey, The Wire Troll

This is a tough time of year as by the end of December, we will be past the halfway point in Fantasy leagues that have playoffs. Typically there are 21 or 22 weeks in your average Fantasy season and 25 including the postseason. Decisions will need to be made and more importantly (depending on your type of league), the halfway point may feature more changes to your team than you would expect. Let’s try some subtle changes first.

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