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What you need to know about each team's 2023-24 fantasy recap
Look back on the 2023-24 NHL season with the most important fantasy hockey note from every team.
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Fantasy hockey awards: Scorers, rookies, and surprises who thrilled the fantasy world
Sean looks back at the best players, best picks, and difference-makers from the 2023-24 fantasy hockey season.
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LOOKING AHEAD
Offseason preview: Nine rising stars who impressed this season
Here are nine breakout NHL players you should consider drafting for your fantasy hockey teams next season.
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WAY-TOO-EARLY FANTASY RANKINGS
Here's what the 2024-25 fantasy hockey rankings will look like
Look ahead to next season with Sean's way-too-early fantasy hockey rankings for 2024-25.
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Stars
NHL
Stars' Faksa to return for G7 vs. Golden Knights
Stars forward Radek Faksa will return to the lineup for Sunday's Game 7 of the Western Conference first-round series versus the Golden Knights.
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Matthews, Auston
NHL
Facing elimination, Leafs rule out Matthews for G6
Maple Leafs forward Auston Matthews has been ruled out for Game 6 of the first-round Stanley Cup playoff series against the Bruins on Thursday.
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Golden Knights
NHL
Golden Knights turning to goalie Hill in Game 5
Vegas Golden Knights goaltender Adin Hill will start Wednesday in Game 5 of the team's Western Conference first-round series against the host Dallas Stars.
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