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Apples & Ginos Fantasy Hockey Podcast
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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.
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Our First Mock Draft of the 2026–27 Fantasy Hockey Season
2d ago01:27:32Tap to summarizeDraft season has officially begun.Blake, Nate, Brian and Evan are joined by eight Apples & Ginos listeners for our first live fantasy hockey mock draft of the 2026–27 season. The group completes a full 12-team points-league draft using official APL scoring.We break down our strategies in real time, debate early player values and react to the reaches, steals, positional runs and difficult decisions that shaped the draft.Who built the best roster—and which picks will look completely different by the time the season begins?Let's get to BIZ!🏒 Welcome to Apples and Ginos – Your Ultimate Fantasy Hockey Edge!Every week we dive deep into fantasy hockey insights, player analysis, waiver wire pickups, trade targets, lineup tips, and more to help you dominate your league. Hosted by Nate Groot Nibbelink and Blake Creamer, this channel is dedicated to giving you the tools you need to make smart, informed decisions all season long.🔔 Subscribe for weekly videos, rankings, and updates:https://www.youtube.com/@applesginos💬 Join the community:Discord: https://discord.gg/a3hZkJzK2aApples and Ginos on X: https://x.com/ApplesGinosBlake Creamer on X: https://x.com/BlakeCreamerAGInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/applesginos/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@applesandginos
Transcribe →10 Shocking NHL Stats That Could Shape Fantasy Hockey in 2026-27
4d ago00:58:02Tap to summarizeNate and Blake dig into ten of the most surprising statistics from last season—and what each one could mean for fantasy hockey in 2026-27.Can the historically dominant Edmonton and Dallas power plays maintain their success? Is Colorado’s man advantage destined for a major bounceback? How did Pittsburgh go from projected lottery team to one of the NHL’s highest-scoring offences, and was any of it sustainable?The guys also examine a potential Los Angeles offensive turnaround, the teams most likely to regress from elevated shooting percentages and whether Ottawa’s strong defensive process could fuel a Linus Ullmark rebound.On the player side, they discuss Dylan Cozens’ elite post-Olympics chance creation, Auston Matthews’ underlying dominance, Logan Cooley’s 100-point potential and the remarkable numbers behind Matthew Schaefer’s historic rookie season.Ten shocking stats. Ten major questions. Plenty of implications for your next fantasy draft. Let's get to BIZ!🏒 Welcome to Apples and Ginos – Your Ultimate Fantasy Hockey Edge!Every week we dive deep into fantasy hockey insights, player analysis, waiver wire pickups, trade targets, lineup tips, and more to help you dominate your league. Hosted by Nate Groot Nibbelink and Blake Creamer, this channel is dedicated to giving you the tools you need to make smart, informed decisions all season long.🔔 Subscribe for weekly videos, rankings, and updates:https://www.youtube.com/@applesginos💬 Join the community:Discord: https://discord.gg/a3hZkJzK2aApples and Ginos on X: https://x.com/ApplesGinosBlake Creamer on X: https://x.com/BlakeCreamerAGInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/applesginos/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@applesandginos
Transcribe →Finding Hidden Fantasy Goalie Value w/ Kevin Woodley
1w ago00:59:09Tap to summarizeKevin Woodley from NHL.com and InGoal Magazine joins Apples & Ginos to break down one of the most difficult positions to project in fantasy hockey: goalies.In this episode, we dig into the chaotic NHL goalie market, including major offseason moves, new team fits, and what happened to some of fantasy’s biggest goalie names last season. Kevin shares his perspective on Connor Hellebuyck, Linus Ullmark, Sergei Bobrovsky, Jacob Markstrom, Devon Levi, Frederik Andersen, Stuart Skinner, and more.Then we get to the names fantasy managers really need to know: the under-the-radar goalies who could become relevant before most of your league sees it coming.If you’re trying to avoid overpaying for goalies while still finding real upside, this is a must-listen.NHL fantasy hockey, goalie targets, bouncebacks, sleepers, and advanced goalie analysis with one of the best in the business.Now, let's GET to BIZ!🏒 Welcome to Apples and Ginos – Your Ultimate Fantasy Hockey Edge!Every week we dive deep into fantasy hockey insights, player analysis, waiver wire pickups, trade targets, lineup tips, and more to help you dominate your league. Hosted by Nate Groot Nibbelink and Blake Creamer, this channel is dedicated to giving you the tools you need to make smart, informed decisions all season long.🔔 Subscribe for weekly videos, rankings, and updates:https://www.youtube.com/@applesginos💬 Join the community:Discord: https://discord.gg/a3hZkJzK2aApples and Ginos on X: https://x.com/ApplesGinosBlake Creamer on X: https://x.com/BlakeCreamerAGInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/applesginos/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@applesandginos
Transcribe →2026 NHL Offseason Chaos: Fantasy Fallout From the Biggest Moves
2w ago01:19:24Tap to summarizeThe 2026 NHL offseason has been absolute chaos, and Blake and Evan are here to sift through the rubble.In this episode, we break down the fantasy hockey fallout from a wild stretch of offer sheets, signings, extensions, and trades — including Leo Carlsson’s massive offer sheet with the Flyers, John Carlson to Tampa Bay, Frederik Andersen to Edmonton, Bobrovsky to Toronto, Boone Jenner to Washington, Anders Lee to Utah, Bowen Byram’s huge Blackhawks deal, Ivan Demidov’s Canadiens extension, Trocheck to the Mammoth, Nurse to the Sharks, and more.Which moves actually matter for fantasy? Which players gained real opportunity? Which situations are now too messy to trust? And which offseason headlines could change the way we draft next season?Dear god. Let’s get to BIZ!🏒 Welcome to Apples and Ginos – Your Ultimate Fantasy Hockey Edge!Every week we dive deep into fantasy hockey insights, player analysis, waiver wire pickups, trade targets, lineup tips, and more to help you dominate your league. Hosted by Nate Groot Nibbelink and Blake Creamer, this channel is dedicated to giving you the tools you need to make smart, informed decisions all season long.🔔 Subscribe for weekly videos, rankings, and updates:https://www.youtube.com/@applesginos💬 Join the community:Discord: https://discord.gg/a3hZkJzK2aApples and Ginos on X: https://x.com/ApplesGinosBlake Creamer on X: https://x.com/BlakeCreamerAGInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/applesginos/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@applesandginos
Transcribe →MUST DRAFT Rookies from the 2026 NHL Draft feat. Victor Nuño
2w ago01:02:01Tap to summarizeIn this episode Nate is joined by Victor Nuño of Dobber Prospects, McKeen's Hockey, and the Fantasy Hockey Life podcast to discuss the 2026 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.Victor 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/FantasyHockeyLifeThe Journey on Dobber Hockey:https://dobberhockey.com/category/hockey-home/the-journey/McKeen's Hockey:https://www.mckeenshockey.com/00:00 - Intro03:30 - Overall Class Strength05:21 - Tiering at the Top09:12 - NHL-Ready or Not?13:51 - Top Defensemen20:09 - Victor's Top 10 Ranks26:31 - Offensive Potential34:20 - Banger League Studs38:55 - Surprising Selections42:35 - Great Player/Team Fit46:29 - Top Goalies to Know50:38 - Late Round Sleepers52:53 - Real Life vs FantasyWe’ll dig into deployment, linemates, playoff production, microstats, sustainability, and what it all means for 2026-27 fantasy hockey drafts. Let's get to BIZ!🏒 Welcome to Apples and Ginos – Your Ultimate Fantasy Hockey Edge! Every week we dive deep into fantasy hockey insights, player analysis, waiver wire pickups, trade targets, lineup tips, and more to help you dominate your league. Hosted by Nate Groot Nibbelink and Blake Creamer, this channel is dedicated to giving you the tools you need to make smart, informed decisions all season long.🔔 Subscribe for weekly videos, rankings, and updates:https://www.youtube.com/@applesginos💬 Join the community:Discord: https://discord.gg/a3hZkJzK2aApples and Ginos on X: https://x.com/ApplesGinosBlake Creamer on X: https://x.com/BlakeCreamerAGInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/applesginos/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@applesandginos🎧 Listen to the podcast:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4mVuWl51pWQ3SYGvXKuKe7?si=ebea8bc7c23046d0Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/apples-ginos-fantasy-hockey-podcast/id1592937637All platforms: https://linktr.ee/applesandginos#FantasyHockey #NHLFantasy #HockeyAdvice #WaiverWire #NHL #NHLDraft #NHLDraft2026 #Dynasty #DynastyFantasyHockey #FantasyHockeyTips #ApplesAndGinos
Transcribe →NHL Trade Analysis: Massive Fantasy Hockey Shakeup!
3w ago01:21:22Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Nate and Blake break down the fantasy hockey impact of the latest NHL trades and signings. We look past the real-world hockey headlines to tell you exactly how these moves affect player values, line combinations, and power-play time. Whether you need to make a trade in your league or adjust your draft strategy, we have you covered with the ultimate winners and losers of these blockbusters.Timestamps for deals discussed:00:00 - Intro02:37 - Signings13:42 - Samoskevich to SEA17:46 - Tkachuk to FLA24:59 - Nemec to CGY32:07 - Eklund to OTT35:43 - Kyrou to WSH40:32 - Tuch to WSH44:26 - Byram to CHI51:54 - Nichushkin to CBJ55:50 - Zellweger to BUF1:00:06 - McTavish to STL1:03:22 - Peterka to BOS1:09:38 - Dorofeyev to NYR1:17:22 - Draft vibesWe’ll dig into deployment, linemates, playoff production, microstats, sustainability, and what it all means for 2026-27 fantasy hockey drafts. Let's get to BIZ!🏒 Welcome to Apples and Ginos – Your Ultimate Fantasy Hockey Edge! Every week we dive deep into fantasy hockey insights, player analysis, waiver wire pickups, trade targets, lineup tips, and more to help you dominate your league. Hosted by Nate Groot Nibbelink and Blake Creamer, this channel is dedicated to giving you the tools you need to make smart, informed decisions all season long.🔔 Subscribe for weekly videos, rankings, and updates:https://www.youtube.com/@applesginos💬 Join the community:Discord: https://discord.gg/a3hZkJzK2aApples and Ginos on X: https://x.com/ApplesGinosBlake Creamer on X: https://x.com/BlakeCreamerAGInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/applesginos/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@applesandginos🎧 Listen to the podcast:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4mVuWl51pWQ3SYGvXKuKe7?si=ebea8bc7c23046d0Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/apples-ginos-fantasy-hockey-podcast/id1592937637All platforms: https://linktr.ee/applesandginos#FantasyHockey #NHLFantasy #HockeyAdvice #WaiverWire #NHL #FantasyHockeyTips #ApplesAndGinos
Transcribe →2026 NHL Draft Preview with Byron Bader
3w ago00:52:12Tap to summarizeByron Bader of HockeyProspecting.com returns to the show to break down his updated 2026 NHL Draft rankings, his latest model changes, and the prospects fantasy hockey managers need to know.We discuss NHL equivalency, how Byron’s model evaluates offensive upside, and why players like Carson Carels, Chase Reid, Caleb Malhotra, Tynan Lawrence, Viggo Bjorck, Keaton Verhoeff, Daxon Rudolph and Ryan Lin are so interesting for dynasty leagues.Plus, Byron gives us his favorite targets, darkhorse picks, and the players he’d be drafting for fantasy hockey dynasty squads.🏒 Welcome to Apples and Ginos – Your Ultimate Fantasy Hockey Edge!Every week we dive deep into fantasy hockey insights, player analysis, waiver wire pickups, trade targets, lineup tips, and more to help you dominate your league. Hosted by Nate Groot Nibbelink and Blake Creamer, this channel is dedicated to giving you the tools you need to make smart, informed decisions all season long.🔔 Subscribe for weekly videos, rankings, and updates:https://www.youtube.com/@applesginos💬 Join the community:Discord: https://discord.gg/a3hZkJzK2aApples and Ginos on X: https://x.com/ApplesGinosBlake Creamer on X: https://x.com/BlakeCreamerAGInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/applesginos/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@applesandginos
Transcribe →2026 Playoff Performers Who Changed Their Fantasy Hockey Outlook
3w ago00:32:17Tap to summarizeThe 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs may have changed the fantasy hockey outlook for a handful of players heading into next season.In this episode, Blake looks at the playoff performers who separated themselves from the pack — and what their postseason runs could mean for 2026-27 fantasy hockey drafts. Mitch Marner went nuclear in Vegas and may still be undervalued because of old playoff narratives. Brett Howden turned a bigger role into a monster goal-scoring run. Carolina’s second line of Jackson Blake, Taylor Hall, and Logan Stankoven looked like a legitimate weapon. Leo Carlsson flashed superstar upside. And Zach Benson may have played his way into a bigger role in Buffalo.Were these just playoff heaters, or did we get an early look at next year’s fantasy hockey values?Let's get to BIZ!🏒 Welcome to Apples and Ginos – Your Ultimate Fantasy Hockey Edge!Every week we dive deep into fantasy hockey insights, player analysis, waiver wire pickups, trade targets, lineup tips, and more to help you dominate your league. Hosted by Nate Groot Nibbelink and Blake Creamer, this channel is dedicated to giving you the tools you need to make smart, informed decisions all season long.🔔 Subscribe for weekly videos, rankings, and updates:https://www.youtube.com/@applesginos💬 Join the community:Discord: https://discord.gg/a3hZkJzK2aApples and Ginos on X: https://x.com/ApplesGinosBlake Creamer on X: https://x.com/BlakeCreamerAGInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/applesginos/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@applesandginos
Transcribe →Coaching Changes & Early Offseason Movement
4w ago00:41:00Tap to summarizeNate breaks down all of the most fantasy-relevant offseason moves so far, including the monster Darren Raddysh sign-and-trade to Toronto, and the shocking hire of Ryan Craig in Las Vegas.Timestamps:00:00 - Intro 01:36 - Raddysh to Leafs08:36 - Colton to Predators10:01 - Woll to Flyers; Andrae to Leafs12:45 - Karlsson & Terry injuries14:03 - In-season coaching changes: Bowness & DeBoer17:20 - Ryan Craig in Vegas20:11 - Manny Malhotra in Vancouver23:26 - Peter Laviolette in Los Angeles26:48 - Mike Babcock in Edmonton30:09 - Jim Hiller in Toronto🏒 Welcome to Apples and Ginos – Your Ultimate Fantasy Hockey Edge!Every week we dive deep into fantasy hockey insights, player analysis, waiver wire pickups, trade targets, lineup tips, and more to help you dominate your league. Hosted by Nate Groot Nibbelink and Blake Creamer, this channel is dedicated to giving you the tools you need to make smart, informed decisions all season long.🔔 Subscribe for weekly videos, rankings, and updates:https://www.youtube.com/@applesginos💬 Join the community:Discord: https://discord.gg/a3hZkJzK2aApples and Ginos on X: https://x.com/ApplesGinosBlake Creamer on X: https://x.com/BlakeCreamerAGInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/applesginos/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@applesandginos🎧 Listen to the podcast:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4mVuWl51pWQ3SYGvXKuKe7?si=ebea8bc7c23046d0Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/apples-ginos-fantasy-hockey-podcast/id1592937637All platforms: https://linktr.ee/applesandginos#FantasyHockey #NHLFantasy #HockeyAdvice #WaiverWire #NHL #FantasyHockeyTips #ApplesAndGinos
Transcribe →Contract-Year Fantasy Hockey Targets for 2026-27
Jun 1500:59:14Tap to summarizeContract years can create some interesting fantasy hockey opportunities — but not every player chasing a new deal is automatically a breakout candidate.In this episode, we look at eight contract-year players who should be on fantasy managers’ radar heading into 2026-27. We break down the upside, risk, team context, role questions, and fantasy value for Bowen Byram, Nico Hischier, Jimmy Snuggerud, Ross Colton, Alex DeBrincat, Luke Evangelista, Ivan Demidov, and Zeev Buium.Are these players legitimate draft targets, dynasty buys, or just names to monitor as the offseason unfolds?Let us know what you think. Are you a believer in the contract-year boost? Give us a follow on Spotify if you haven't already so you don't miss our new offseason content! Let's get to BIZ!🏒 Welcome to Apples and Ginos – Your Ultimate Fantasy Hockey Edge!Every week we dive deep into fantasy hockey insights, player analysis, waiver wire pickups, trade targets, lineup tips, and more to help you dominate your league. Hosted by Nate Groot Nibbelink and Blake Creamer, this channel is dedicated to giving you the tools you need to make smart, informed decisions all season long.🔔 Subscribe for weekly videos, rankings, and updates:https://www.youtube.com/@applesginos💬 Join the community:Discord: https://discord.gg/a3hZkJzK2aApples and Ginos on X: https://x.com/ApplesGinosBlake Creamer on X: https://x.com/BlakeCreamerAGInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/applesginos/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@applesandginos
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