The Points Are Lying: The NHL Numbers That Actually Predict Fantasy Success

The Points Are Lying | FSD NHL Season Preview The NHL returns September 29 — 84 games per team, the first 84-game season in over 30 years — and millions of fantasy managers will draft off last year's point totals. Today we show why that's a trap: the 3 numbers that matter for forwards, 2 for defensemen, and 2 for goalies — then point them at four case studies: Connor McDavid, Wyatt Johnston, Leo Carlsson, and Brady Tkachuk. 🎯 Want the FULL framework in writing with every number, every case study, and the opening-week watch list? Check the link below. 📬 Subscribe to the FSD Newsletter for weekly rankings, waiver wire analysis, and exclusive content you won't find on YouTube: https://fsdstaff.substack.com 🔔 Subscribe to Fantasy Sports Depot for weekly NHL breakdowns, fantasy hockey draft strategy, and analysis that actually wins leagues. Follow FSD across all platforms for real-time updates, hot takes, and behind-the-scenes content: 🐦 X / Twitter: https://x.com/fantasysportdp 📸 Instagram:   / fantasysportsdepot1   🧵 Threads: https://www.threads.com/@fantasysport... 🦋 Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/fantasysport... 🎵 TikTok:   / fantasy.sports.de   👻 Snapchat:   / 1xwgn3e4   #FantasyHockey #NHL #FSD #FantasySportsDepot #FantasyHockey2026 #SeasonPreview #ConnorMcDavid #WyattJohnston #LeoCarlsson #BradyTkachuk Fantasy Sports Depot content is for entertainment and educational purposes only. Always gamble responsibly. FSD is not responsible for your fantasy hockey decisions — though we hope we helped you win.