Saturday fantasy hockey tips - NHL picks, matchups, more

Strap in folks; after a day of complete dormancy, we're likely in for the wildest 13 hours of hockey this year. However, just because every NHL team is in action this lively Saturday, doesn't mean you'll find all of your choice fantasy assets on the ice, or in a favorable position to contribute. More than ever, matchups matter. In fact, some of the day's most intriguing tilts — Vegas versus Dallas, Nashville versus Winnipeg — carry less overall fantasy promise on paper, aside from the usual stars, than other more meaningless contests.

Resting players also remains a pressing issue. Take extra special care in managing those who are already secure in their postseason position or, in some cases, out of it completely. The banged-up Lightning — cemented in third place in the Atlantic — aren't expected to sport their usual lineup in Ottawa. No David Krejci or Charlie McAvoy, at minimum, for the Bruins when they pursue record-tying win No. 62 against the Devils (which you can watch on ABC and ESPN+) With every single player option on the fantasy table, the process of picking and choosing your active assets — and knowing who to bench — carries more weight than ever.

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With his club just two points shy of a tie for first in the Central, forward Kirill Kaprizov is expected to return after losing a month to a lower-body injury. Make sure he's back in your own fantasy lineup against the Blues,