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Fantasy Hockey Waiver Wire: Top Picks for a Successful Week

As we dive into another exciting week of fantasy hockey, it’s essential to stay on top of the latest trends and performances. In this article, we’ll highlight the top waiver wire picks to help you dominate your league.

Forwards

• Stefan Noesen (LW, New Jersey Devils): With his recent promotion to the Devils’ top power-play unit, Noesen is an attractive pickup. He’s available in over 90% of leagues and has a favorable schedule ahead.
• Morgan Frost (C, Philadelphia Flyers): Frost has solidified his role as the Flyers’ top center and is a consistent performer. He’s worth adding to your roster, especially with a four-game week ahead.
• Barrett Hayton (C, Arizona Coyotes): Playing on the top line and power-play unit, Hayton is poised for a big week. His opponents have struggled to contain opposing forwards, making him a promising pickup.

Defensemen

• Simon Edvinsson (D, Detroit Red Wings): Edvinsson has slid up to the top pairing alongside Moritz Seider, making him a valuable addition to your roster. The Red Wings have a favorable schedule, with four games against opponents that struggle to contain opposing defensemen.
• Oliver Ekman-Larsson (D, Toronto Maple Leafs): Ekman-Larsson is a consistent performer and leader in even-strength ice time. He’s worth adding to your roster, especially with a four-game week ahead.

Goaltenders

• Joel Blomqvist (G, Pittsburgh Penguins): With the Penguins carrying three goaltenders, Blomqvist is the only one not putting up negative fantasy points. He’s worth adding to your roster, especially with a western Canada road trip ahead.
• Kevin Lankinen (G, Vancouver Canucks): Lankinen has been the hot hand in Vancouver and is worth adding to your roster. He has a favorable schedule ahead, with two games against opponents that struggle to score against opposing goalies.

Short-Term Streamers

• Anton Lundell (LW, Florida Panthers): With Aleksander Barkov sidelined, Lundell is a lineup lock. He’s worth adding to your roster for the short term, especially with a favorable schedule ahead.
• Josh Norris (C, Ottawa Senators): Norris has been a consistent performer and has a favorable schedule ahead. He’s worth adding to your roster, especially in daily lineup leagues.

By picking up these players, you’ll be well on your way to dominating your fantasy hockey league. Remember to stay on top of the latest trends and performances to make informed decisions about your roster.