Delving deep into fantasy hockey strategy, the Apples & Ginos Fantasy Hockey podcast will challenge the way you think about the game and help you to build your own process as a fantasy manager. Whether your interest is in learning how to apply the Apples & Ginos #ZeroG draft strategy or exploiting your league‘s scoring settings, this is the place to gain an edge on your leaguemates you can‘t find anywhere else.
In this episode, we break down the Top 10 Defensemen for Fantasy Hockey in 2025-26, covering both Points Leagues and Categories Leagues. Whether you're chasing scoring upside or multi-cat production, these blueliners are the ones you need on your radar for draft day.We'll dig into player stats, usage trends, and projections to highlight who's worth targeting — and who might be overvalued heading into the season. Let's get to BIZ!⚡️ Timestamps:0:00 Intro2:50 - Player 16:21 - Player 210:16 - Player 313:25 - Player 416:39 - Player 521:22 - Player 624:18 - Player 727:48 - Player 830:13 - Player 932:40 - Player 1036:21 - Beefers39:00 - Final rankings
Nate and Blake return with the seventh part in their projection series, covering the St. Louis Blues, Tampa Bay Lightning, Toronto Maple Leafs, and the Utah Mammoth. Nate identifies a potential sleeper in St. Louis that no one is looking at, while Blake find himself wishcasting an increase in ice-time for Dylan Guenther.STL - 2:25TBL - 42:10TOR - 1:08:39UTA - 1:40:07Download the Apples & Ginos 2025-26 Fantasy Hockey Draft Guide here:https://www.patreon.com/posts/apples-ginos-26-137903611?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_linkJoin the Apples & Ginos Patron League to compete against the best fantasy hockey managers on the planet! Find your tier of competition and test your mettle week in and week out:https://applesandginos.com/apl/
Nate dials up 8 players who are vastly underrated for bangers leagues.Jesper Bratt: 2:05Auston Matthews: 3:10Sam Reinhart: 4:26Seth Jarvis: 6:11Dylan Holloway: 10:50Alex Tuch: 12:34Ryan Donato: 13:45Chris Kreider: 15:43Download the Apples & Ginos 2025-26 Fantasy Hockey Draft Guide here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/apples-ginos-26-137903611?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_linkJoin the Apples & Ginos Patron League to compete against the best fantasy hockey managers on the planet! Find your tier of competition and test your mettle week in and week out:https://applesandginos.com/apl/
Welcome to the first Fantasy Hockey ADP Battle of the 2025-26 season!In this episode, I'm joined by an old friend, Josh Hutchinson, to break down six head-to-head draft matchups. At each draft spot, we put two players with a similar ADP against each other and debate: Who would you take and why?We'll cover player upside, risk factors, and how they fit into your fantasy roster construction so you can walk away ready to dominate your draft.
Ryan and Evan tackle a Yahoo mock draft and identify 6 incredible values in the early Yahoo ADP landscape.Download the Apples & Ginos 2025-26 Fantasy Hockey Draft Guide here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/apples-ginos-26-137903611?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_linkJoin the Apples & Ginos Patron League to compete against the best fantasy hockey managers on the planet! Find your tier of competition and test your mettle week in and week out:https://applesandginos.com/apl/
Nate digs in on 8 players who might have lots of potential but also have tons of risk:Mikko Rantanen: 0:53Elias Pettersson: 2:27Roman Josi: 3:38Zach Hyman: 5:09Mackenzie Weegar: 9:59Pavel Dorofeyev: 11:24Dougie Hamilton: 12:43Gabriel Landeskog: 13:53Download the Apples & Ginos 2025-26 Fantasy Hockey Draft Guide here:https://www.patreon.com/posts/apples-ginos-26-137903611?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_linkJoin the Apples & Ginos Patron League to compete against the best fantasy hockey managers on the planet! Find your tier of competition and test your mettle week in and week out:https://applesandginos.com/apl/
Brian and Evan do some mock drafting on the ESPN platform, talking through the differences between the platforms and how to construct a monster team in a new environment.The Apples & Ginos 2025-26 Fantasy Guide drops on September 1st! become a free Patreon member today and you'll be notified when it drops: www.patreon.com/applesginosJoin the Apples & Ginos Patron League to compete against the best fantasy hockey managers on the planet! Find your tier of competition and test your mettle week in and week out. Join now - leagues will start drafting the first week of September: https://applesandginos.com/apl/
Nate and Blake are back with the sixth part in their projection series, covering the Philadelphia Flyers, Pittsburgh Penguins, San Jose Sharks, and Seattle Kraken. Nate expresses renewed excitement for a couple of sophomores, while Blake gives his take on the muck and mire of the Seattle top 9.PHI - 2:04PIT - 46:20SJS - 1:17:50SEA - 1:49:49Join the Apples & Ginos Patron League to compete against the best fantasy hockey managers on the planet! Find your tier of competition and test your mettle week in and week out:https://applesandginos.com/apl/
Looking for late-round value in your fantasy hockey draft? In this episode, I'm joined by Louis Boulet from LB-hockey.com to break down one sleeper from every Central Division team — all being drafted 150th overall or later. These are the hidden gems that could provide huge returns at the end of your draft and help you win your league. Let's get to BIZ!Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro04:10 - Chicago Blackhawks13:03 - Colorado Avalanche21:35 - Dallas Stars29:45 - Minnesota Wild40:15 - Nashville Predators51:04 - St. Louis Blues1:01:15 - Utah Mammoth1:10:50 - Winnipeg JetsCheck out Louis Boulet on Bluesky: @louisboulet.bsky.socialCheck out LB Hockey: https://lb-hockey.com/
Join Brian, Ryan, and Evan for a fantasy hockey mock draft using the official scoring settings from the Apples and Ginos Patron League (APL)! In this episode, our three analysts go head-to-head with A&G listeners to test draft strategies, spot sleeper picks, and get you ready for your own fantasy hockey drafts this season.Who will build the best roster? Tune in to find out!
Nate dives into six players who might crack the 100 point barrier for the first time in 2025-26, including a pair of youngsters you might not see coming.Join the Apples & Ginos Patron League to compete against the best fantasy hockey managers on the planet! Find your tier of competition and test your mettle week in and week out:https://applesandginos.com/apl/
Nate provides an overview of the brand-new Apples & Ginos Patron League (APL), detailing what makes this league the most exciting fantasy hockey experience possible in 2025!Join the Apples & Ginos Patron League to compete against the best fantasy hockey managers on the planet! Find your tier of competition and test your mettle week in and week out:https://applesandginos.com/apl/
Ryan and Evan tackle a pair of Yahoo mock drafts, unearthing all the craziest values on that platform.
Nate and Blake are back with the fifth part in their projection series, covering the New Jersey Devils, New York Islanders, New York Rangers, and Ottawa Senators. Blake renews his love affair with Mathew Barzal while Nate highlights a forgotten superstar in New York.NJD - 1:38NYI - 35:42NYR - 1:08:29OTT - 1:31:40
In this episode, Louis Boulet of LB-Hockey.com stops by to break down one sleeper from every Pacific Division team for fantasy hockey this season. These are deep league targets (ADP 175+) who could pop off if given the right opportunity — the kind of late-round picks that win you championships.We'll cover:
Nate and Blake are back with the fourth part in their projection series, covering Los Angeles, Minnesota, Montreal, and Nashville. Nate gushes over the potential of rookies in Minnesota and Montreal while Blake highlights a deep sleeper in Nashville.LAK - 2:13MIN - 42:39MTL - 1:20:33NSH - 1:55:02Sign up for the Apples & Ginos Patron League today: https://applesandginos.com/apl/
Join Ryan, Brian, and Evan for a live best ball draft! Best ball is a relatively new format taking the fantasy hockey community by storm where you draft your team and never touch the team again - your best lineup counts every night of the NHL season based on points scored. Join the A&G Discord to play this format - over 20 best ball drafts have already kicked off!
Nate and Blake are back with the third part in their projection series, covering Dallas, Detroit, Edmonton, and Florida. Blake plants a flag for Mikko Rantanen in Dallas, while Nate identifies a potential late-round value at defense in Edmonton.DAL - 2:14DET - 48:46EDM - 1:15:14FLA - 1:44:43Sign up for the Apples & Ginos Patron League today: https://applesandginos.com/apl/
Nate welcomes guest Chris Charlton from the Fantasy Puck YouTube channel and they dig deep on draft strategy, roster construction, and how to build a winning team in fantasy hockey.Most Important Thing for Rookie Fantasy Managers - 2:07Difference between a Good Fantasy Manager and a Great One - 5:59Chris's #1 Draft Tip - 12:12How Approach Changes in Different Drafts - 16:28Value Over Replacement PLayer (VORP) Analysis in Drafting - 24:57Review of Chris & Nate's Content Creators League Drafts - 38:25Watch Games or Look at Stats to Form Player Takes? - 1:07:47Categories League Roster Construction - 1:12:41How to Identify Trade Away/Trade For Candidates - 1:19:39Chris's Take on the #ZeroG Strategy - 1:25:10Early Sleeper/Value Picks - 1:30:19Nate's stream of the 2024-25 Fantasy Puck Content Creators League draft: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O9PJN9CO68A- Kyle Connor slander at 19:49- Jake Sanderson slander at 40:34- Jeremy Swayman slander at 42:59
Brian and Evan go in on a bangers categories mock draft filled with A&G Discord members.
Nate and Blake are back with the second part in their projection series, covering Carolina, Chicago, Colorado, & Columbus. Nate uncovers a potential ADP value in Chicago, while Blake gets excited about a full year of Marty Necas in Colorado.CAR: 2:09CHI: 40:18COL: 1:20:19CBJ: 1:45:45
Join Ryan, Brian, and Evan for another exciting Apples & Ginos points mock draft. This one has a twist - the guys can't select a player they chose in the last points mock.
Nate and Blake begin their annual projections series, digging deep into every team and analyzing each player for their fantasy potential in 2025-26. In this episode, Nate identifies a potential star in Anaheim, while Blake thinks there could be a new 1C in Buffalo.ANA - 2:17BOS: - 52:08BUF - 1:26:10CGY - 1:54:24
Which goalies can you trust in fantasy hockey this year?In this episode, Blake is joined by goalie expert Kevin Woodley (NHL.com / InGoal Magazine) to take a deep dive into the biggest goalie questions heading into your fantasy draft. We break down potential breakout candidates, volume starters, bounce-back picks, and goalies you might want to avoid.
Ryan, Evan, and Brian collaborate on a bangers categories mock draft filled with A&G Discord members.
Nate reviews four coaching changes that will have huge ramifications for fantasy this season, and reflects on 500 episodes of the podcast while detailing what to expect from Apples & Ginos this year.
Nate and Blake are joined by friends Ryan, Evan, and Brian to usher in the true fantasy offseason with a points league mock draft on Fantrax.
Do contract years matter? In fantasy hockey, they can mean breakout performances, career-best seasons, and major draft value. In this video, we highlight 6 players entering a contract year in 2025-26 who could take their game to the next level. Whether they're playing for a big payday or a new team, these players have all the motivation to put up serious numbers. Don't miss these potential fantasy hockey studs heading into your draft! Let's get to BIZ!
Looking for an edge in your 2025-26 fantasy hockey draft? In this video, we break down 6 breakout candidates who could deliver huge value and help you win your league. Whether you're in a deep dynasty or a competitive redraft league, these under-the-radar players have the talent, opportunity, and upside to explode this season. We cover advanced stats, usage trends, and realistic point projections to help you make smarter draft decisions. Don't miss these league-winning picks for the upcoming fantasy hockey season! Let's get to BIZ!Timestamps:00:00 - Intro04:50 - Player 110:25 - Player 216:50 - Player 323:30 - Player 429:45 - Player 537:31 - Player 6
Nate and Blake break down all of the wild trades and signings of the last week for fantasy purposes. Nate has a hot take on a winger who could thrive in a new situation and Blake rethinks his love for a former favourite.
In this episode Nate is joined by Victor Nuño of Dobber Prospects and the Fantasy Hockey Life podcast to discuss the 2025 NHL Draft. They discuss all things from draft-day surprises to late-round sleepers to goalie drafting strategy, and Victor highlights his favourites above consensus.Overall Strength of the Class: 1:23How Many Tier 2 Players after Schaefer & Misa: 2:41NHL-Ready Players: 4:08Top Defensemen after Schaefer: 9:07Surprises in Victor's Top 10 for Fantasy: 20:06Players to Highlight in Bangers Cats Leagues: 31:59Biggest Surprises of the First Round: 39:42Best Player/Team Fits: 45:50Top Goalies for Dynasty Drafts: 50:39Sleepers to Consider Later in Dynasty Drafts: 55:19Victor's Closing Thoughts: 1:01:21Victor Nuño on X: https://x.com/VictorNuno12Fantasy Hockey Life Podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fantasy-hockey-life--3548456Fantasy Hockey Life Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyHockeyLifeFollow us on Socials:IG: https://www.instagram.com/applesginos/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@applesandginosApples & Ginos Website: https://applesandginos.com/Apples & Ginos Discord server: https://discord.gg/pFMMJn5TFTApples & Ginos Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/applesginosApples & Ginos on X: https://x.com/ApplesGinosBlake Creamer on X: https://x.com/BlakeCreamerAG#fantasysports #fantasyhockey #fantasyhockeyadvice #NHLHockey #NHLpodcast
In this episode, Steven Ellis stops by for some last minute prep for your Dynasty leagues and he's bringing the thunder! We discuss the 2025 NHL draft in detail and how it relates to fantasy. We also look at some potential steals and a few players who could surprise us with their name being called on Friday. Don't miss this one! Let's get to BIZ!Timestamps:00:00 - Intro05:45 - What are the prospect attributes that tend to translate to the Pro level?08:03 - Who goes at first? 10:32 - Who should we take for our fantasy teams? Misa or Schaefer?17:12 - What can we expect from James Hagens?20:55 - Porter Martone vs James Hagens22:55 - Anton Frondell: Dynasty league value?25:20 - Forwards in the 5-15 range29:30 - Top D-men - Aitcheson ahead of Mrtka, Smith?34:05 - Analyzing the back half of the first round36:25 - High-risk, high-reward players40:05 - Underrated players who may slip in the draftSteven Ellis on X: https://x.com/SEllisHockeyApples & Ginos Website: https://applesandginos.com/Apples & Ginos Discord server: https://discord.gg/pFMMJn5TFTApples & Ginos Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/applesginosApples & Ginos on X: https://x.com/ApplesGinosBlake Creamer on X: https://x.com/BlakeCreamerAG#fantasysports #fantasyhockey #fantasyhockeyadvice #nhldraft2025 #NHLpodcast
In this episode, special guest Louis Boulet from lb-hockey.com, joins me to review the A&G Top 10 Sleepers list we released in October. Who did we hit on and which Sleepers literally fell asleep? Also, Louis brings five Sleepers of his own that he is excited about moving into next season. Join us and let's get to BIZ!Louis Boulet on Bluesky: HERE Check out https://lb-hockey.com for more of LouisLouis' YouTube Presentation on Offensive Flow in Hockey: HEREApples & Ginos Website: https://applesandginos.com/Apples & Ginos Discord server: https://discord.gg/pFMMJn5TFTApples & Ginos Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/applesginosApples & Ginos on X: https://x.com/ApplesGinosBlake Creamer on X: https://x.com/BlakeCreamerAG#fantasysports #fantasyhockey #fantasyhockeyadvice #nhl #podcast #hockey #hockeypodcast
In this episode, Nate and Evan take a closer look at eight players who may have changed their outlook for fantasy next season based on their performance in these playoffs.Mikko Rantanen: 2:40Matthew Tkachuk: 8:32Sam Bennett: 14:00Kirill Kaprizov: 17:55Wyatt Johnston: 21:57Andrei Svechnikov: 27:42Carter Verhaeghe: 33:29Jason Robertson: 37:45Apples & Ginos Website: https://applesandginos.com/Apples & Ginos Discord server: https://discord.gg/pFMMJn5TFTApples & Ginos Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/applesginosApples & Ginos on X: https://x.com/ApplesGinosBlake Creamer on X: https://x.com/BlakeCreamerAG#fantasysports #fantasyhockey #fantasyhockeyadvice #nhl
In this special episode, Byron Bader from Hockeyprospecting.com joins me to talk about the upcoming crop of prospects from the 2025 NHL draft. We discuss Byron's player model as well as his personal top 32 picks including a surprise number one pick. Byron and Blake bond big time over the cool side of the pillow and also contemplate starting a crypto-currency business. Good times were had by ALL and we'd love it if you joined us! Let's get to BIZ!Byron Bader on X: https://x.com/ByronMBaderCheck out www.hockeyprospecting.com to see Byron's work.Apples & Ginos Website: https://applesandginos.com/Apples & Ginos Discord server: https://discord.gg/pFMMJn5TFTApples & Ginos Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/applesginosApples & Ginos on X: https://x.com/ApplesGinosBlake Creamer on X: https://x.com/BlakeCreamerAG#fantasysports #fantasyhockey #fantasyhockeyadvice #nhl #nhldraft2025 #hockeypodcast
In this episode, Nate and Blake dig in on 10 players of interest from this past season of fantasy hockey. The caveat? They are all aged 34 and up. What kind of season did these players have and what kind of production and value can we expect from them next year? Also, what will Nate do with his one grey beard hair? Stick around and we'll tell you! We present to you.. The Apples and Ginos Top 10 List of Distinguished Gentlemen. Let's get to BIZ!Apples & Ginos Website: https://applesandginos.com/Apples & Ginos Discord server: https://discord.gg/pFMMJn5TFTApples & Ginos Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/applesginosApples & Ginos on X: https://x.com/ApplesGinosBlake Creamer on X: https://x.com/BlakeCreamerAG#fantasysports #fantasyhockey #fantasyhockeyadvice #nhl
Nate identifies eight players that are worth acquiring this offseason in dynasty. From undervalued studs to not-quite-over-the-hill vets, there's something here for every dynasty squad.Apples & Ginos Website: https://applesandginos.com/Apples & Ginos Discord server: https://discord.gg/pFMMJn5TFTApples & Ginos Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/applesginosApples & Ginos on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ApplesGinosBlake Creamer on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlakeCreamerAGBoring and Alone by there there: https://open.spotify.com/track/5K0boiXusjKsVZ8gcabcUc?si=ccf8c35bb4b14b7f
In today's episode, Blake goes over the Top 10 Busts we identified in draft season to see how these players performed. Were they truly busts? If not, how come? Players discussed:Alex OvechkinLucas RaymondMikhail SergachevSteven StamkosBrock BoeserPatrik LaineJeff SkinnerRobert ThomasArtemi PanarinJT MillerLet's get to BIZ!Apples & Ginos Website: https://applesandginos.com/Apples & Ginos Discord server: https://discord.gg/pFMMJn5TFTApples & Ginos Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/applesginosApples & Ginos on X: https://x.com/ApplesGinosBlake Creamer on X: https://x.com/BlakeCreamerAG#fantasysports #fantasyhockey #fantasyhockeyadvice #nhl
In this episode, Nate and Blake dive in on some interesting statistics from the 2024-25 season with the detail and panache you have come to expect from Apples and Ginos. These are great data points that will help us evaluate players going into next year and you won't want to miss it. Let's get to BIZ!Apples & Ginos Website: https://applesandginos.com/Apples & Ginos Discord server: https://discord.gg/pFMMJn5TFTApples & Ginos Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/applesginosApples & Ginos on X: https://x.com/ApplesGinosBlake Creamer on X: https://x.com/BlakeCreamerAG#fantasysports #fantasyhockey #fantasyhockeyadvice #nhl
In this episode, Blake and Nate look at seven second-year players who really elevated their games in 2024-25. Are their performances sustainable? What can we expect moving forward? What was Mike Seaver's best friend's name in the 80's sitcom "Growing Pains"? Tune in to find out! Let's get to BIZ!Apples & Ginos Website: https://applesandginos.com/Apples & Ginos Discord server: https://discord.gg/pFMMJn5TFTApples & Ginos Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/applesginosApples & Ginos on X: https://x.com/ApplesGinosBlake Creamer on X: https://x.com/BlakeCreamerAG#fantasysports #fantasyhockey #fantasyhockeyadvice #nhl
The offseason content rolls on here at Apples and Ginos and we've got a fun episode for you. This is the second annual Fantasy Hockey Awards Show for Outstanding Achievement in the Field of Excellence hosted by yours truly. We've got seven prestigious awards to hand out including Best Beefer, Most Disappointing, ZeroG hero and many more. Join us if you like winning and having fun. Let's get to BIZ!Apples & Ginos Website: https://applesandginos.com/Apples & Ginos Discord server: https://discord.gg/pFMMJn5TFTApples & Ginos Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/applesginosApples & Ginos on X: https://x.com/ApplesGinosBlake Creamer on X: https://x.com/BlakeCreamerAG#fantasysports #fantasyhockey #fantasyhockeyadvice #nhl
In this episode, Nate and Blake take a look at some of the players who elevated their games in the back half of the season. Are these performances sustainable? Why were they able to increase their production? Has Nate seen Revenge of the Nerds? These questions answered and much more. Let's get to BIZ!Apples & Ginos Website: https://applesandginos.com/Apples & Ginos Discord server: https://discord.gg/pFMMJn5TFTApples & Ginos Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/applesginosApples & Ginos on X: https://x.com/ApplesGinosBlake Creamer on X: https://x.com/BlakeCreamerAG#fantasysports #fantasyhockey #fantasyhockeyadvice #nhl
Nate interviews A&G Fantasy Hockey Draft Guide contributor and betting whiz Ryan Brudner on all things NHL betting. They review their results for the 2024-25 season and talk through some of the storylines that affected betting and fantasy.Ryan Brudner/Top Cheddar Fantasy on Twitter: https://twitter.com/fantasycheddarApples & Ginos Website: https://applesandginos.com/Apples & Ginos Discord server: https://discord.gg/pFMMJn5TFTApples & Ginos Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/applesginosApples & Ginos on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ApplesGinosBlake Creamer on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlakeCreamerAGBoring and Alone by there there: https://open.spotify.com/track/5K0boiXusjKsVZ8gcabcUc?si=ccf8c35bb4b14b7f*DISCLAIMER*This discussion of betting is intended to provide entertainment and should be viewed as that and nothing more. If you choose to participate in sports betting or gambling, we encourage you to do so responsibly, with the understanding that success is not guaranteed (or even probable), and that you risk the loss of some or all of the money used when betting on sports or gambling of any kind. Apples & Ginos cannot be held responsible for any such losses.
The boys are back! In this episode, Nate and Blake review their 2024-25 player projections to see what went well and what can be improved for next season. They also compare their projections to other industry experts. You won't want to miss it. Let's get to BIZ!Apples & Ginos Website: https://applesandginos.com/Apples & Ginos Discord server: https://discord.gg/pFMMJn5TFTApples & Ginos Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/applesginosApples & Ginos on X: https://x.com/ApplesGinosBlake Creamer on X: https://x.com/BlakeCreamerAG#fantasysports #fantasyhockey #fantasyhockeyadvice #nhl
Corey Sznajder from Allthreezones.com drops by to look back at the season that was and to talk about some players of interest going into next season. PLUS, we talk some playoff matchups and trends and Corey digs into his bag to give us a bunch of players that could be primed for big seasons as soon as next year. Let's get to BIZ!Corey Sznajder on X: @ShutdownLineApples & Ginos Website: https://applesandginos.com/Apples & Ginos Discord server: https://discord.gg/pFMMJn5TFTApples & Ginos Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/applesginosApples & Ginos on X: https://x.com/ApplesGinosBlake Creamer on X: https://x.com/BlakeCreamerAG#fantasysports #fantasyhockey #fantasyhockeyadvice #nhl
In this episode, Blake and Nate conduct the earliest 2025-26 fantasy hockey mock draft on the planet! Blake explains why Mikko Rantanen should still be a 1st round pick while Nate makes a bull case for Macklin Celebrini to crack the 3rd round.Apples & Ginos Website: https://applesandginos.com/Apples & Ginos Discord server: https://discord.gg/pFMMJn5TFTApples & Ginos Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/applesginosApples & Ginos on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ApplesGinosBlake Creamer on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlakeCreamerAGBoring and Alone by there there: https://open.spotify.com/track/5K0boiXusjKsVZ8gcabcUc?si=ccf8c35bb4b14b7f#fantasysports #fantasyhockey #nhl #nhlteam
Nate reviews the efficacy of the #ZeroG strategy in the 2024-25 fantasy season, comparing highly ranked goalies to those taken later in drafts. He highlights the high quality performances of undrafted goaltenders throughout the season and compares the relative predictability of skaters to goaltenders. Lastly, he answers some #ZeroG FAQ and makes some early predictions about which teams might nurture some ZeroG goaltenders in 2025-26.Apples & Ginos Website: https://applesandginos.com/Apples & Ginos Discord server: https://discord.gg/pFMMJn5TFTApples & Ginos Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/applesginosApples & Ginos on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ApplesGinosBlake Creamer on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlakeCreamerAGBoring and Alone by there there: https://open.spotify.com/track/5K0boiXusjKsVZ8gcabcUc?si=ccf8c35bb4b14b7fKKUPFL Scoring System: https://www.kkupfl.com/rules#h.cuam1y1jk20i
If you didn't get enough #fantasyhockey content during the regular season, we've got you covered. Join us and check out the official A&G playoff pool. Blake drafts against 11 of the biggest beauties around and talks draft strategy and some of the big differences between playoff drafts, and regular season drafts. It's good clean fun! Let's get to BIZ!Apples & Ginos Website: https://applesandginos.com/Apples & Ginos Discord server: https://discord.gg/pFMMJn5TFTApples & Ginos Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/applesginosApples & Ginos on X: https://x.com/ApplesGinosBlake Creamer on X: https://x.com/BlakeCreamerAG#fantasysports #fantasyhockey #fantasyhockeyadvice #nhl
Apples and Ginos Listener survey:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc7YkZ-_PZ2SrCNaP91vBmvy0iJqbLjo-2d4rJhdK5AKMFa0Q/viewform?usp=sharingIn this episode, Blake gives us the goods regarding three of his 10 leagues and talks about what went well, and what didn't. There are lots of takeaways here and things we can all benefit from hearing. Join us as we sift through the rubble of the 2024-25 fantasy hockey season. Let's get to BIZ!Apples & Ginos Website: https://applesandginos.com/Apples & Ginos Discord server: https://discord.gg/pFMMJn5TFTApples & Ginos Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/applesginosApples & Ginos on X: @ApplesGinosBlake Creamer on X: @BlakeCreamerAGMusic by Matt Creamer: @Raddland#fantasysports #fantasyhockey #fantasydraft #nhl #hockey #hockeyanalysis
Nate details the finer points of his fantasy season, digging deep on each of his four fantasy teams to determine what went wrong, what went right, and what he can learn from for next season.Apples & Ginos Website: https://applesandginos.com/Apples & Ginos Discord server: https://discord.gg/pFMMJn5TFTApples & Ginos Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/applesginosApples & Ginos on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ApplesGinosBlake Creamer on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BlakeCreamerAGBoring and Alone by there there: https://open.spotify.com/track/5K0boiXusjKsVZ8gcabcUc?si=ccf8c35bb4b14b7f