It's time for another NHL season and another fantasy hockey campaign. Whether you're in a keeper or dynasty league, it's time to dust off your rosters and figure out how to get your franchise over the hump. If you won last season, congratulations! We know how difficult that is, and the long road ahead to repeat. If this is your first time playing fantasy hockey, have no fear. Experts Sean Allen, Victoria Matiash and others are here to break down every position, every team and all the strategy you need to taste victory.

This page will be updated all preseason with advice columns, rankings, resources and more. 2026 rankings make up the backbone of the draft. Learn how to play and win your league, plan ahead with dynasty rankings, and practice with the Mock Draft Lobby. Got the first pick? Victoria breaks down the four players who deserve to be the top pick. Tier rankings for forwards and defensemen help you plan differently from a numbered ranking.

Breakout forward picks, free agency and trade reaction, and NHL Draft 2026 review are all here. ESPN Fantasy Hockey is the fun, free way to get inside the game. Sign up today! Resources include league types, projections, player news, player rater, leading scorers, live draft trends, and most added/dropped. Also, 2026 NHL Draft scouting reports, offseason transaction tracker, top 10 things to remember for 2026, and fantasy hockey awards.

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