Chris Davies 
This article focuses on NHL DFS Picks for 11/12 on DraftKings and FanDuel. Both sites have fairly different scoring formats, particularly with the recent changes on DraftKings. We consider tournament tactics, statistics, pricing, and attempt to tackle this highly variable Daily Fantasy format so we can gain an edge on the field at large. BE SURE to double-check both regular and power play lines at both morning skate and before lock as they can drastically change from the time of publication.
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11/12 NHL – Main Slate
Top Three Lines
Boston One – David Pastrnak, Brad Marchand, and Patrice Bergeron
Sorry to say Javi, but the Florida Panthers have the worst GAA in the NHL and this matchup won’t do that statistic any favors. Boston One has slowed their roll but should have another opportunity to bounce back in what should be an up tempo matchup here. As always, Pasta is the priority but full line stacking makes sense in tournaments. Between the big slate and recent busts, I would expect Boston ownership to be far lower in this spot than it would have been a week ago. The Bruin’s implied goal total of 3.66 is the highest on the slate.
Pittsburgh Two – Evgeni Malkin, Bryan Rust, Jared McCann, Justin Schultz (Add-On)
The Rangers are allowing the most scoring chances and high danger chances in the NHL. They will host a surging Penguins team. Sidney Crosby will out for the next two games for due to an injury he suffered Saturday night. As of the time of writing, the lines have not been shuffled around but that is something to watch at morning skate. If this line stays intact, it is the simple choice as they have been the line pacing the Penguins. They remained hot on Saturday and have an even better matchup tonight. Justin Schultz disappointed but I would still go back to the well there if stacking or he can be used as a one off defenseman.
Montreal One – Brendan Gallagher, Phillip Danault, *Jonathan Drouin*, Shea Weber “Add-On”
This is not a line that has cracked the top three lines list too often this season. However, the Canadians come in with a healthy 3.44 implied goal total, and as -180 home favorites; making them the largest on the slate. Columbus has allowed the 8th most goals on the road averaging 3.14 allowed. The primary focus should be on Brendan Gallagher and *Jonathan Drouin*, as they are far away the most active players of the trio. Nevertheless, you can Phillip Danault for savings. Shea Weber sat out practice with an illness on Monday, but if he is in Tuesday he would make for a terrific additional pairing.
11/12 NHL DraftKings Rankings
DraftKings Top Three Forwards/Centers
- Evgeni Malkin – Pittsburgh Penguins – $6,400
- David Pastrnak – Boston Bruins – $8,300
- *Jonathan Drouin – Montreal Canadians – $5,600* – EDIT
NHL DraftKings Top Three Defenders
- Shea Weber – Montreal Canadians – $6,300
- Justin Schultz – Pittsburgh Penguins – $5,000
- John Marino – Pittsburgh Penguins – $3,200
NHL DraftKings Goalies
- John Gibson – Anaheim Ducks – $8,400
- Jordan Binnington – St. Louis Blues – $8,200
11/12 NHL FanDuel Rankings
FanDuel Forwards/Centers
- David Pastrnak – Boston Bruins – $9,100
- Bryan Rust – Pittsburgh Penguins – $4,600
- Jared McCann – Pittsburgh Penguins – $4,200
FanDuel Defensemen
- Shea Weber – Montreal Canadians – $5,800
- Jacob Trouba – New York Rangers – $4,600
- Justin Schultz- Pittsburgh Penguins – $4,600
FanDuel Goalies
- John Gibson – Anaheim Ducks – $7,800 “Great value”
- Jordan Binnington – St. Louis Blues – $8,500
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David Pastrnak – Over 5.5 Fantasy Points – We finally experienced a full on Pasta letdown. However, I would hop back on the wagon as his percentage of hitting 5.5 at least Fantasy Points this season has been exceptional.
Justin Schultz – Over 2.5 Fantasy Points – Justin Schultz was awful the other night but this brought the threshold to meet down. For as long as Kris Letang is out, Schultz is an upside play.
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