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NHLOct 11, 2025

10/11 NHL Cheat Sheet: Top DFS Plays

Tonight’s 14-game slate gives us plenty of options for DFS builds, with most totals sitting at 6.0 and a few dipping to 5.5. The Anaheim-San Jose matchup leads the way at 6.5, making it a prime spot for stacking offense against Yaroslav Askarov in net for the Sharks. We’ve also got solid environments in games like Toronto-Detroit and New Jersey-Tampa Bay, both at 6.0, where the confirmed starters—Anthony Stolarz versus Cam Talbot, and Jacob Markstrom against Andrei Vasilevskiy—could influence ho

NHLOct 7, 2025

10/07 NHL Cheat Sheet: Top DFS Plays

The NHL is back and we’ve got a tight 3-game slate tonight that offers some solid DFS opportunities without overwhelming choices. The Penguins-Rangers matchup at 8:00 PM ET stands out with its 6.0 total, making it a prime spot for stacking offenses. The other games sit at 5.5, so expect tighter contests where goalie play could dictate the pace. Keep an eye on how Spencer Knight fares against Chicago early at 5:00 PM.

NHLMay 14, 2025

05/14 NHL Cheat Sheet: Top DFS Plays

It’s a short but intriguing two-game NHL slate tonight, with some clear focal points for DFS. The Panthers visit the Maple Leafs in a game with a modest 5.5 total, where Sergei Bobrovsky and Joseph Woll are confirmed starters. Toronto’s offense always brings upside, but Florida’s defensive structure and Bobrovsky’s recent form could keep scoring in check. This game might lean more toward single-player exposure rather than full stacks unless you’re banking on one side breaking through.

NHLMay 12, 2025

05/12 NHL Cheat Sheet: Top DFS Plays

Tonight’s 2-game NHL slate may be small, but it offers plenty to think about for DFS. The Capitals visit the Hurricanes in a game with a modest 5.5 total, where Frederik Andersen and Logan Thompson are confirmed to start in net. This matchup leans defensive, but Carolina’s strong shot volume and power play could still provide some value. On the other side, Washington might fly under the radar, making them an intriguing contrarian option.

NHLMay 9, 2025

05/09 NHL Cheat Sheet: Top DFS Plays

It’s a short but intriguing 2-game NHL DFS slate tonight, starting with the Maple Leafs visiting the Panthers (7:00 PM ET). This matchup carries a 6.0 total, and both teams have plenty of offensive firepower to make it a key focus for stacking. Joseph Woll will start for Toronto against Sergei Bobrovsky for Florida, giving the Panthers a slight edge in net. Expect plenty of ownership on players like Auston Matthews and Matthew Tkachuk, as this game has the potential to be the higher-scoring cont

NHLMay 8, 2025

05/08 NHL Cheat Sheet: Top DFS Plays

It’s a short but intriguing 2-game slate tonight, giving us fewer options but still plenty to think about. The Hurricanes visit the Capitals in the early game, which comes with a modest 5.5 total. Frederik Andersen is confirmed in net for Carolina, while Logan Thompson gets the start for Washington. This matchup leans more toward a defensive battle, so scoring might be harder to come by, but that could open up opportunities for contrarian plays.

NHLMay 7, 2025

05/07 NHL Cheat Sheet: Top DFS Plays

It’s a short but intriguing 2-game NHL DFS slate tonight, with both matchups carrying a 5.5 total. The Panthers head to Toronto to take on the Leafs in the early game (7:00 PM ET), where Sergei Bobrovsky and Joseph Woll are confirmed in net. Florida’s offense has shown flashes of upside, but they’ll face a disciplined Leafs team that tends to play tighter at home. Meanwhile, Toronto’s top stars are always in play, especially in a matchup where their power play could exploit Florida’s inconsisten

NHLMay 6, 2025

05/06 NHL Cheat Sheet: Top DFS Plays

Tonight’s two-game NHL slate may be small, but it brings some intriguing DFS decisions. The Hurricanes visit the Capitals in a game with a modest 5.5 total, featuring Frederik Andersen and Logan Thompson as the confirmed starters. While this matchup doesn’t scream offense, Carolina’s ability to control possession could make their top skaters worth considering in cash formats, while Washington’s stars offer contrarian GPP appeal.

NHLMay 1, 2025

05/01 NHL Cheat Sheet: Top DFS Plays

Tonight’s 4-game NHL slate offers a mix of intriguing matchups and some key decisions for DFS lineups. The highest total on the board comes from the late-night LAK @ EDM game (6.0 O/U), where both teams bring plenty of offensive firepower but questionable goaltending. Calvin Pickard starting for Edmonton opens the door for Kings stacks, while Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl remain elite options on home ice. The DAL @ COL matchup also carries a 6.0 total, with Jake Oettinger facing Mackenzie Bl

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