In The Crease: Part-timer worth pickup

Tim Kavanagh looks at the success of Lightning goalie Antero Niittymaki and notes that the limits of his time-share might actually maximize his value.

NHL Forecaster: The perfect storm

There's hope yet for the reeling Carolina Hurricanes, says Sean Allen. Their slow start and the expected return of Evgeni Malkin are the topics of Week 7 of the NHL season.

Open Ice: Backup goalie roulette

Sean Allen looks at the available backup goaltenders who have the best shot at becoming starters this season.

In The Crease: Bark at the moon

Tim Kavanagh evaluates red-hot Phoenix Coyotes goaltender Ilya Bryzgalov in his weekly rundown and rankings of fantasy hockey goalies.

2009-10 Sleepers and Busts

ESPN.com fantasy hockey writers reveal their favorite sleeper and most dreaded bust candidates for the 2009-10 fantasy hockey season.

RULES: REGULAR SEASON AND PLAYOFF SETTINGS

Rules: Regular Season and Playoff Settings

Finding the next Ben Zobrist

Eric Karabell highlights a number of bench players who are deserving of more playing time and could be better fantasy players in the process.

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Leading Off: Stay patient with slow starters

Eric Karabell says to keep on plugging with slow starters you drafted, because you never know when that monster performance will happen.

Fantasy Predictions 2009: Tavares will be a factor

Pierre Becquey discusses what he expects in 2009 in the world of sports.

Working the Wire: Riding the roller coaster

Brian McKitish advises whether to hold or sell on four inconsistent players with high upside.

Open Ice: Fishing for goalies

Sean Allen looks at the teams whose goaltending situations may yield some unexpected fantasy value.

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Southeast Division fantasy team previews

John Cregan analyzes each Southeast Division team and the players worthy of fantasy consideration.

Southwest Division fantasy team previews

Brian McKitish analyzes each Southwest Division team and the players worthy of fantasy consideration.