Locked On Fantasy Hockey - Daily NHL Fantasy Podcast

Ottawa Senators face playoff uncertainty as Thomas Chabot joins their mounting blue line injuries. Can rising stars like Carter Yakemchuck—fresh off an impactful NHL debut—fill the void and keep Ottawa in the hunt? Flip Livingstone and Steele Rodin unravel the toughest playoff races, breaking down the Senators’ schedule strength, Jake Sanderson’s potential return, and the fantasy value lurking in...

Three weeks left and the NHL playoff race is heating up—are the Vegas Golden Knights about to miss out while the Utah Mammoth surge for a first-round upset? Wild end-of-season fantasy hockey predictions abound as Flip Livingstone and Steele Rodin spotlight Mark Scheifele’s 100-point chase, low-key waiver gems like Lawson Crouse and Barrett Hayton, and why Mitch Marner might not be the early-round...

Jeremy Swayman’s hot streak fuels talk of a Boston Bruins resurgence—is he the fantasy hockey goalie you must have for a playoff push? Flip Livingstone and SteelE Rodin evaluate Swayman’s elite recent numbers, David Pastrnak’s nine-game point streak, and whether Boston’s gritty, culture-driven roster is poised for another deep run. They analyze the Bruins’ fantasy standouts, including sneaky contr...

Must-add waiver wire gems could be the key to winning your fantasy hockey championship as red-hot teams surge at the right time. Flip Livingstone and Steele Rodin spotlight breakout players like Sam Carrick, Cole Sillinger, and Anthony Cirelli, and debate the fantasy value from the top lines of the Buffalo Sabres, Columbus Blue Jackets, Tampa Bay Lightning, and Los Angeles Kings. Will attaching yo...

Unlock the secret to dominating your fantasy hockey playoffs with a lineup full of underrated stars. Flip Livingstone and Steele Rodin spotlight overlooked contributors like Charlie McAvoy, JJ Moser, Devon Cooley, and Vasily Podkolzin—names fueling playoff pushes across the NHL. Can these hidden gems make or break your championship run? Discover which defenders, wingers, and goaltenders are quietl...

Pittsburgh Penguins surge up the Metropolitan Division standings as Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin defy expectations—are they becoming the team no one wants in the first playoff round? Flip Livingstone and Steele Rodin break down Pittsburgh’s recent roster upgrades, highlight Erik Karlsson turning back the clock, and spotlight fantasy hockey gems like Rickard Rakell and Ben Kindel. With question...

Edmonton Oilers face a pivotal playoff push after Leon Draisaitl’s injury shakes up the Pacific Division race. Can Connor McDavid carry the team with rising stars like Matthew Savoie and Jason Dickinson stepping into larger roles? Goaltending drama intensifies as Chris Knobloch backs Connor Ingram over Tristan Jarry, raising questions about the Oilers’ postseason prospects. Steele Rodin highlights...

Fantasy hockey playoff races heat up as the New York Rangers and San Jose Sharks surge with must-add waiver wire targets. Alexis Lafrenière, Gabe Perreault, and Tye Kartye spark the Rangers’ high-octane offense during a pivotal four-game week, while Colin Graf and Alex Nedeljkovic provide sneaky value for playoff-hungry San Jose. Are these breakout performers the final pieces your fantasy team nee...

Detroit Red Wings face a pivotal setback as captain Dylan Larkin is sidelined with a lower body injury during a critical stretch. Can Detroit maintain their playoff push and will fantasy managers find the right replacements for this fantasy hockey mainstay? Steele Rodin and Flip Livingstone break down the ripple effects for Red Wings’ linemates like JT Compher, plus waiver wire gems including Jaso...

Utah Mammoth’s aggressive moves keep fantasy hockey buzzing—Nick Schmaltz’s long-term extension signals top-tier upside for playoff pushes. Can this retooled squad become the Western Conference’s ultimate spoiler? Steele Rodin unpacks Schmaltz’s fantasy value, from dual eligibility to his 60+ point consistency, plus the impact of rising linemates like Clayton Keller and Logan Cooley. With the blue...

NHL injuries shake up the fantasy hockey landscape as playoff pushes intensify. Can the Ottawa Senators survive without Jake Sanderson, and will Thomas Chabot or Tyler Kleven fill the void? The Florida Panthers struggle to stay afloat with Sergei Bobrovsky’s regression and Brad Marchand sidelined, raising questions about their postseason hopes. Dallas Stars face major hurdles with Roope Hintz on t...

Colorado Avalanche reload with Nazem Kadri—are they destined for another Stanley Cup run? Anaheim Ducks shock the league, landing veteran John Carlson to bolster their blue line. Which teams should fantasy hockey managers target, and who’s best to fade as the playoffs approach? Hosts Rodin and Livingstone break down blockbuster NHL trade deadline moves, spotlighting fantasy assets like Cale Makar,...

NHL trade deadline shake-ups create a frenzy on the fantasy waiver wire as playoff races heat up. Can Gabriel Landeskog’s reunion with Nathan MacKinnon cement the Colorado Avalanche as Stanley Cup favorites? Flip Livingstone and Steele Rodin spotlight key waiver targets, including Blake Coleman’s triple-position value for Calgary Flames and the suddenly surging Utah Mammoths. Is Lawson Crouse the...

Who’s the hottest fantasy hockey commodity heading into the playoffs? Flip Livingstone and Steele Rodin spotlight surging stars like Matt Duchene and Matt Savoie while questioning why difference-makers like Sean Durzi, Joey Daccord, and Kirill Marchenko remain under-rostered. The hosts explore bold fantasy strategies—should GMs really move on from slumping names like Adam Fox and Patrick Kane? Fin...

Matthew Schaefer’s breakout season has fantasy hockey GMs buzzing—can the New York Islanders’ 18-year-old phenom crack the top five among NHL defensemen? Steele Rodin and Flip Livingstone debate Schaefer’s elite upside, compare him with stars like Cale Makar and Rasmus Dahlin, and pinpoint why the Isles’ offensive trends and roster depth could impact his long-term value. The show takes a hard look...

Fantasy playoffs heat up as the Dallas Stars surge, riding an eight-game winning streak and unleashing top waiver targets like Maverick Bourque and Jamie Benn. With Miko Rantanen sidelined, schedule advantages and fresh line combinations make Dallas a must-watch team. The San Jose Sharks’ youth movement—led by Michael Misa and William Eklund—signals breakout potential, while Anaheim Ducks stars Ch...

Buffalo Sabres eye their first playoff berth in over a decade—can Payton Krebs’s top-line chemistry with Tage Thompson and Alex Tuch spark a postseason surge despite a tough schedule? Flip Livingstone and co-host spotlight trending NHL line combos, uncovering hidden fantasy hockey gems with high upside. Discover actionable fantasy strategies as they spotlight standout performers like Kirill Marche...

Edmonton Oilers face harsh truth: are Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl enough to push this team from pretender to contender? With glaring goaltending issues and a blue line lacking structure, questions swirl around Stuart Skinner, Tristan Jarry, and even potential trade targets like Jordan Binnington. Flip Livingstone breaks down the Oilers’ latest struggles, fantasy value shakeups, and their rec...

NHL trade deadline chaos looms as fantasy GMs eye Vincent Trocheck, Mackenzie Weegar, and Bobby McMahon as potential league-winners. Could a dramatic move boost Trocheck’s value—or spark a shakeup for the New York Rangers or Minnesota Wild? The Toronto Maple Leafs’ crucial week, Connor Garland’s under-the-radar appeal, and goaltending dilemmas with Anthony Stolarz and Joseph Woll all get spotlight...

Trade talk heats up as Elias Pettersson and Steven Stamkos headline NHL rumors—could major moves be brewing before the deadline? Fantasy hockey managers face tough decisions with Sidney Crosby, Mikko Rantanen, Victor Hedman, and Josh Morrissey battling injuries, opening the door for breakout picks like Gage Gonçalves, Avery Hayes, and Neil Pionk. Are the Tampa Bay Lightning and Winnipeg Jets poise...

Today’s show is all about finding value where your league mates aren’t looking. We break down the best waiver wire targets you can scoop up right now to gain an edge as the fantasy hockey season heats up.  We start with Mikael Granlund, who’s quietly producing with strong deployment and multi-category value. Then it’s on to Alex Laferriere, a rising option benefiting from opportunity and confidenc...

Olympic standouts shake up Fantasy Hockey leagues as Juraj Slafkovsky's, Juuse Saros, and Macklin Celebrini ignite with clutch performances. Are these international stars about to tilt the NHL fantasy playoff picture? Flip Livingstone spotlights Olympic “value boosters” and deep waiver wire targets who could decide your league’s fate, breaking down how tournament momentum can fuel late-season surg...

Team Canada rallies after Sidney Crosby’s injury, sparking questions about their Olympic gold ambitions. With Crosby's status uncertain, Connor McDavid and Nathan MacKinnon step up, while 19-year-old Macklin Celebrini dominates the Olympic stage with five goals in four games. Will Celebrini’s momentum continue in the NHL, and could Connor Bedard’s Olympic snub ignite his return to form? Flip Livin...

Which NHL centermen truly dominate fantasy hockey—and who’s climbing into first-round territory for next season? Steele Rodin reveals the top 10 fantasy hockey centers ready to power your roster, spotlighting superstars like Nathan MacKinnon, Connor McDavid, and breakout phenom Macklin Celebrini. Surprising placement for Auston Matthews sparks debate, while established producers like Leon Draisait...

Olympic men’s hockey reaches a fever pitch as Team USA prepares for a high-stakes quarterfinal clash with Sweden—can rising stars like Auston Matthews and the Hughes brothers power the Americans past a dangerous Swedish lineup led by Lucas Raymond and Filip Forsberg? The matchups are set, and with fantasy implications swirling after Kevin Fiala’s season-ending injury, managers are scrambling to fi...