NHL DFS The Daily Hot Shot for DraftKings and FanDuel (Feb. 21)

This article focuses on NHL DFS Picks for 2/21 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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Top Expensive Line

Carolina One – Sebastian Aho, Andrei Svechnikov, Teuvo Teravainen

I am listing this line with the caveat that if it is Igor Shesterkin in the opposing net, it is more of a tossup for me between them and Edmonton One, who I also like a lot. Overall, you probably get slightly more for your dollar with this perpetually underpriced line, facing a Rangers team that plays super open hockey. Carolina is a decent -170 favorite and there is no question which of their lines possesses the most talent. Sebastian Aho has been experiencing some positive regression, which can likely be attributed in part to the Hurricane’s current consolidation of talent on that top line.

Top Value and “OVERALL” Line

New York Islanders One – Jordan Eberle, Anders Lee, Matt Barzal

The Islanders have had a fairly rough road stretch so they will be very happy to return home. I attended the Colorado loss the other night and it wasn’t really that bad as the shots on goals were about even. The Avs got great goaltending and had a few amazing moments, including a Nathan MacKinnon blast from the blue line. However, you couldn’t ask for a better opportunity to bounce back than getting to host the pathetic Red Wings.

You can mess with the second line as they are a strong play as well, and likely lower owned. Nevertheless, this is mainline for a team not exactly known for its offensive prowess. The Islanders are -320 favorite which is massive for hockey standards. The last time that the Islanders hosted the Red Wings back on January 14th, the Isles crushed them 8-2; yes that is not a typo. If Jimmy Howard is in net, it is an extra cherry on top.

Honorable Mentions: NYI2, EDM1, NYR1

2/21 NHL DraftKings Rankings

Forwards

1. Nathan MacKinnon – Colorado Avalanche – $8,600
2. Leon Draisaitl – Edmonton Oilers – $8,400
3. Sebastian Aho – Carolina Hurricanes – $7,500
4. Matt Barzal – New York Islanders – $6,000
5. Andrei Svechnikov – Carolina Hurricanes – $6,400

Defensemen

1. Roman Josi – Nashville Predators – $7,500
2. Ryan Pulock – New York Islanders – $5,600
3. Jacob Slavin – Carolina Hurricanes – $4,900
4. Mattias Ekholm – Nashville Predators – $4,900
5. Andy Greene – New York Islanders – $4,400

Goalies

1. Thomas Greiss – New York Islanders – $8,400
2. Igor Shesterkin – New York Rangers – $7,400
3. Pavel Francouz/Hunter Miska – Colorado Avalanche – $8,100

2/21 NHL FanDuel Rankings

Forwards

1. Nathan MacKinnon – Colorado Avalanche – $8,900
2. Leon Draisaitl – Edmonton Oilers – $8,500
3. Sebastian Aho – Carolina Hurricanes – $8,100
4. Matt Barzal – New York Islanders – $6,300
5. Andrei Svechnikov – Carolina Hurricanes – $6,700

Defensemen

1. Roman Josi – Nashville Predators – $6,400
2. Darnell Nurse – Edmonton Oilers – $4,300
3. Ryan Graves – Colorado Avalanche – $4,200
4. Matt Dumba – Minnesota Wild – $3,900
5. Andy Greene – New York Islanders – $3,800

Goalies

1. Thomas Greiss – New York Islanders – $7,700
2. Igor Shesterkin – New York Rangers – $8,200
3. Pavel Francouz/Hunter Miska – Colorado Avalanche – $8,100/$7,100

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