Fantasy playoff preview; top pickups

About this episode

The episode previews the fantasy hockey playoffs, discusses player injuries and top pickups, and provides betting insights.

Alberga, Hahn and Meaney preview the first week of the fantasy hockey playoffs in most leagues and identify which schedules are best for streaming options. The guys discuss the season-ending injury to Auston Matthews of the Toronto Maple Leafs and break down Washington Capitals defenseman prospect Cole Hutson signing his entry-level contract. Jensen joins the show with the top pickups of the week, including Bobby McMann's hot start since being traded to the Seattle Kraken, Hutson's upside with the Capitals, Troy Terry's impactful return and how Anze Kopitar is finishing his career strong for the Los Angeles Kings. Then, in "On the Money," presented by Bet365.ca , the guys give their favorite sides and props for upcoming games this week and also discuss Edmonton Oilers' futures angles.

People in this episode

Hosts: Alberga, Hahn, Meaney

Guest: Jensen

Topics covered

• fantasy hockey playoffs
• streaming options
• injuries
• player pickups
• betting

Keywords

• Auston Matthews
• Cole Hutson
• Bobby McMann
• Troy Terry
• Anze Kopitar

Sponsors

Bet365

Mentioned in this episode

Products: Bet365

Books & works: On the Money

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