Fantasy Hockey Week 8 Highlights: Norfolk in Chance League

Week 8 of the Norfolk in Chance fantasy hockey league saw some remarkable performances, with teams vying for dominance across various statistical categories. The week was highlighted by top-tier showings from teams like Rock ’Em Sock ’Em Robots, Ginga Ninja, and Peterpumpkineater69, while others struggled to keep up.

Top Performers Steal the Show

Rock ’Em Sock ’Em Robots, with a RotoScore of 12.4, led the pack this week. Their dominance in goals (G), assists (A), and power play points (PPP) was particularly impressive, thanks to their strategic player picks and lineup decisions. Their standout performance was mirrored by their actual stats, including a league-leading 12 goals and 28 assists.

Ginga Ninja followed closely with an 11.6 RotoScore, showing strength in saves (SV) and hits (HIT), a testament to their robust defensive strategy and strong goaltending. Their actual stats mirrored this with 201 saves, a testament to their goalie’s stellar performance.

Peterpumpkineater69, not far behind with an 11.4 RotoScore, showed a balanced team effort. Their positive contributions across categories, especially in goals and assists, highlighted their well-rounded team structure.

Teams Facing Challenges

At the other end of the spectrum, teams like There are no goalies and TEE2GREEN struggled to make their mark, with RotoScores of 6.2 and 5.8, respectively.

Highlighting Category Leaders

The week’s results bring into focus the importance of strategic diversity in fantasy hockey. Here’s a table showcasing the team leaders in each category:

Category Team Leader Value
Goals (G) Hughes your Daddy 13
Assists (A) Rock ’Em Sock ’Em Robots 28
Plus/Minus (+/-) There are no goalies 14
Penalty Minutes (PIM) Hungry for Apples 38
Power Play Points (PPP) The Untouchables 15
Shots on Goal (SOG) The Untouchables 138
Hits (HIT) Hughes Your Daddy 68
Blocks (BLK) The Untouchables 64
Wins (W) Banger Catz and others 4
Goals Against (GA) Hughes Your Daddy/Back2Back 7
Saves (SV) Banger Catz 210

Concluding Thoughts

As the Norfolk in Chance league progresses, it’s evident that success in fantasy hockey requires a blend of strategic acumen, player knowledge, and a touch of luck. The varying performances across teams serve as a reminder of the unpredictability and excitement inherent in fantasy sports. With the season still unfolding, it remains to be seen who will rise and who will fall in the weeks to come.

RotoScore and Opponent Score for Week
Team.Name RotoScore OpponentRotoScore
Rock ‘Em Sock ‘Em Robots 12.4 8.4
Ginga Ninja 11.6 10.2
Peterpumpkineater69 11.4 10.6
Banger Catz 10.6 11.4
The Untouchables 10.2 11.6
Killing Them Softly 10.0 8.8
Hughes Your Daddy 9.7 6.1
Broad Street Bullies’ 9.6 6.2
Back2Back? 9.5 6.2
God Save the Quinn 8.8 10.0
Hungry for Apples? 8.5 7.5
Mathletes 8.4 12.4
Champagne Campaign 7.6 5.8
The Mighty Ducks 7.5 8.5
There are no goalies 6.2 9.6
Koala-ty Franchise 6.2 9.5
As Gudas It Gets! 6.1 9.7
TEE2GREEN 5.8 7.6
Categorical Stats for the week
Team Name G A +/- PIM PPP SOG HIT BLK W GA SV
God Save the Quinn 11 13 -5 33 8 103 44 29 3 18 178
Killing Them Softly 8 15 2 20 8 83 52 54 3 13 133
Banger Catz 6 14 6 35 7 89 47 39 4 15 210
Peterpumpkineater69 12 20 -2 18 9 100 50 41 2 13 173
Broad Street Bullies’ 12 13 9 33 6 85 50 63 1 9 91
There are no goalies 11 14 14 12 7 82 34 31 1 20 133
Champagne Campaign 7 15 1 32 3 75 36 36 4 9 132
TEE2GREEN 8 13 2 6 6 92 22 34 3 18 160
As Gudas It Gets! 7 15 -14 14 6 124 42 25 1 15 144
Hughes Your Daddy 13 15 0 14 8 106 68 36 1 7 85
Back2Back? 6 21 13 28 6 88 41 53 3 7 88
Koala-ty Franchise 10 9 -6 24 6 93 37 37 1 9 82
Hungry for Apples? 7 9 0 38 4 78 46 46 4 15 172
The Mighty Ducks 3 23 -8 12 9 98 29 37 3 14 120
Rock ‘Em Sock ‘Em Robots 12 28 12 32 12 112 45 43 1 10 110
Mathletes 7 17 1 16 8 95 40 35 3 19 185
Ginga Ninja 9 16 2 22 9 103 64 51 3 23 201
The Untouchables 6 21 -21 12 15 138 46 64 3 8 88

Ranking NHL Teams by Fantasy Performance

Fantasy Hockey Analysis: Team Gamescore Per Game Reveals Surprises and Shortcomings in NHL

In the realm of fantasy hockey, the calculation of Gamescore per Game (GSpG) by NHL team has yielded intriguing insights into team performances, with some unexpected leaders and laggards. This metric compares the average performance throughout the fantasy year and calculates a players impact relative to the average.

The latest standings place the Ottawa Senators at the pinnacle, largely due to the stellar performance of star player Brady Tkachuk. However, this is just the tip of the iceberg in a league brimming with talent and competition.

Ottawa Senators Lead the Charge

The Senators, with a GSpG of 0.32, owe much of their fantasy success to Brady Tkachuk. His dynamic play and consistent scoring have been pivotal in propelling Ottawa to the top of the fantasy rankings. Tkachuk’s impact on the ice is a prime example of how a single player’s excellence can elevate an entire team’s fantasy stature.

Top Contenders and Key Players

Not far behind are the Edmonton Oilers and Toronto Maple Leafs, both tied with a GSpG of 0.21. Edmonton’s performance is buoyed by the likes of Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, whose offensive prowess is well-known throughout the league. Toronto’s standing, similarly, can be credited to the exceptional play of Auston Matthews and Mitchell Marner, who have been instrumental in their team’s success.

The New Jersey Devils and Tampa Bay Lightning follow closely, each with a GSpG of 0.20. The Devils have seen significant contributions from players like Jack Hughes, while the Lightning continue to rely on the scoring touch of Brayden Point and Nikita Kucherov.

Teams with Notable Performances

Other teams like the Vancouver Canucks (0.19 GSpG) and Vegas Golden Knights (0.15 GSpG) have also made their mark. Vancouver’s Quinn Hughes and Elias Pettersson have been key, while Vegas owes much to the performances of players like Mark Stone.

The Struggling Giants

Contrastingly, the Washington Capitals find themselves languishing at the bottom with a GSpG of -0.67. This comes as a surprise given the presence of superstar Alex Ovechkin in their lineup. It highlights that even the most formidable players can face challenges in elevating their team’s fantasy performance. Washington’s overall team struggles are a stark reminder that fantasy hockey success hinges on collective team effort as much as individual brilliance.

Concluding Thoughts

As the fantasy season progresses, the importance of team synergy, along with individual heroics, becomes increasingly evident. While the Ottawa Senators currently lead the pack, the dynamic nature of hockey means no team’s position is secure. The ongoing tussle for fantasy dominance will continue to be a testament to the unpredictable and thrilling nature of the sport.

NHL Teams by GameScore
Team GSpG
OTT 0.32
EDM 0.21
TOR 0.21
N.J 0.20
T.B 0.20
VAN 0.19
VGK 0.15
DET 0.13
NYR 0.11
BOS 0.09
NSH 0.05
COL 0.03
FLA 0.02
MIN 0.02
ANA -0.02
L.A -0.02
ARI -0.06
NYI -0.06
PHI -0.13
WPG -0.15
MTL -0.18
CAR -0.28
DAL -0.28
CGY -0.33
SEA -0.33
CBJ -0.37
S.J -0.47
PIT -0.51
BUF -0.52
STL -0.62
CHI -0.64
WSH -0.67

Players of the Week

Top Performers of the Week

This section celebrates the top-performing players of the week. Each player listed below has shown exceptional performance and has been a key player for their respective fantasy teams.

Top Performers of the Week
Name Team GP G A PTS PPP SOG +/- PIM Hits Blocks Team Name
JACK HUGHES N.J 3 3 4 7 2 24 2 2 2 0 Hughes Your Daddy
BRAD MARCHAND BOS 4 4 0 4 2 21 -2 9 3 3 God Save the Quinn
TOM WILSON WSH 4 4 0 4 2 16 -2 6 9 3 Koala-ty Franchise
CHARLIE MCAVOY BOS 4 0 4 4 3 9 -2 4 3 13 Killing Them Softly
VINCENT TROCHECK NYR 4 1 5 6 1 19 3 6 8 2 Peterpumpkineater69

The week in fantasy hockey saw some remarkable performances. Let’s dive into individual highlights of the top players, each bringing unique contributions to their respective teams.


Worst Players of the Week

This section highlights the players who faced significant challenges this week. Each player listed below had a tough week on the ice and will be looking to bounce back in their upcoming matches. Their resilience and determination to improve will be crucial for their respective fantasy teams.

Worst Performers of the Week
Name Team GP G A PTS PPP SOG +/- PIM Hits Blocks Team Name
JONATHAN DROUIN COL 4 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 4 1 Broad Street Bullies’
LUKE EVANGELISTA NSH 4 0 1 1 0 2 -1 0 3 1 Killing Them Softly
CALEN ADDISON S.J 4 0 1 1 0 3 1 0 2 2 Koala-ty Franchise
SHAYNE GOSTISBEHERE DET 3 0 0 0 0 1 -2 0 0 3 Peterpumpkineater69
DANTE FABBRO NSH 4 0 0 0 0 1 -1 4 1 5 Champagne Campaign

Predicting the Bottom of the league

In the dynamic world of fantasy hockey, where strategy and chance collide, let’s take a closer look at the bottom four teams in the Norfolk in Chance league after eight weeks. With a blend of optimism and misfortune, these teams provide a humorous insight into the world of fantasy sports. Let’s explore their rosters and team dynamics, sprinkling in a bit of light-hearted commentary on their journey in this unpredictable arena.

Peterpumpkineater69 - Rank 15 - Team Motto: “Halloween was months ago, but our performance is still spooky bad.” - Roast: Despite having talented players like Johnny Gaudreau and Jason Robertson, Peterpumpkineater69 seems to be jinxed, perhaps by the ghost of Halloween past. Even with Adam Fox’s defensive prowess, the team’s strategy resembles a haunted house-full of surprises but not many treats.

Mathletes - Rank 16 - Team Motto: “We calculated the odds of winning… and promptly ignored them.” - Roast: With a roster boasting Jonathan Huberdeau and Ryan O’Reilly, the Mathletes should be acing the numbers game. Yet, they seem to be playing fantasy hockey like it’s a Sudoku puzzle they can’t quite solve. Perhaps John Gibson in goal can bring some much-needed order to this numerical chaos.

Hughes Your Daddy - Rank 17 - Team Motto: “Our players may not score, but our puns do.” - Roast: With Artemi Panarin and Joe Pavelski, one would think scoring wouldn’t be an issue. But Hughes Your Daddy seems to be playing more for the puns than the points. Maybe Carter Hart’s goaltending can help turn their witty quips into wins, but for now, they’re more likely to score laughs than goals.

There are no goalies - Rank 18 - Team Motto: “Who needs goalies when you can have moral victories?” - Roast: Ironically named, this team actually has Andrei Vasilevskiy, one of the best in the business. However, with Brock Nelson and Nathan MacKinnon leading the charge, one wonders if their strategy is to distract opponents with offense while quietly hoping nobody notices their defensive gaps. A bold move, indeed.

Predicting Who Will Finish Last: Choosing who might secure the last place in this whimsical race is tricky, as each team combines a unique mix of talent and misfortune. “There are no goalies” takes the lead with a strategy that seems to defy conventional wisdom, despite having strong players like Vasilevskiy and MacKinnon. They’re the underdogs in a race where being the top dog isn’t necessarily the goal.

In the end, fantasy hockey isn’t just about winning; it’s about the shared experiences, the jokes, and the enduring spirit of sportsmanship. May the most humorously hapless team win!


Rotisserie Scores for the Season

The rotisserie scores reflect the cumulative performance of each team over the season. The higher the score, the better the team’s overall performance across various categories. Let’s take a closer look at the current season’s rotisserie scores for each team.

2023-24 Roto Stats by Week
Team Name Total 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Rock ‘Em Sock ‘Em Robots 11.2 13.0 10.8 10.5 10.5 9.4 11.5 11.3 12.4
Ginga Ninja 11.2 11.0 9.8 10.6 12.0 11.4 10.8 12.0 11.6
Killing Them Softly 10.0 10.1 9.4 11.5 12.5 11.8 6.4 8.0 10.0
God Save the Quinn 9.8 10.4 9.9 9.1 10.2 10.3 8.7 10.9 8.8
As Gudas It Gets! 9.6 11.5 8.1 7.6 9.4 9.0 13.1 11.8 6.1
Back2Back? 9.5 7.9 9.1 12.6 10.1 9.1 8.4 9.3 9.5
The Untouchables 9.3 11.8 5.7 8.4 8.4 10.5 10.5 8.9 10.2
Broad Street Bullies’ 9.2 11.1 11.5 7.5 10.0 11.1 6.1 6.9 9.6
Banger Catz 9.1 8.5 6.9 8.4 10.8 8.1 11.3 8.3 10.6
Hungry for Apples? 9.1 7.5 12.8 12.6 6.5 8.8 9.3 6.8 8.5
Hughes Your Daddy 8.6 8.5 10.8 5.0 5.8 9.7 10.1 9.1 9.7
Champagne Campaign 8.4 10.1 8.8 6.8 7.6 9.1 10.0 6.9 7.6
Peterpumpkineater69 8.3 7.1 6.6 9.6 7.4 5.6 7.5 11.4 11.4
The Mighty Ducks 8.3 5.8 6.8 10.8 8.5 9.4 10.9 6.5 7.5
Koala-ty Franchise 8.1 6.2 7.5 11.5 11.2 5.0 8.5 9.0 6.2
TEE2GREEN 7.6 7.5 9.0 8.4 7.7 7.6 6.9 7.8 5.8
Mathletes 7.1 6.0 8.6 5.6 7.5 6.3 5.5 8.9 8.4
There are no goalies 6.6 4.9 7.7 4.7 4.5 9.4 7.9 7.5 6.2

2023-24 Opponent Roto Stats by Week
Team Name Total 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Hughes Your Daddy 10.0 7.5 12.8 12.6 12.0 11.1 10.5 7.5 6.1
Rock ‘Em Sock ‘Em Robots 9.7 11.8 7.7 7.6 11.2 9.4 10.0 11.4 8.4
As Gudas It Gets! 9.7 10.1 9.9 10.5 10.8 7.6 9.3 9.3 9.7
Broad Street Bullies’ 9.5 8.5 9.0 12.6 10.1 9.7 10.8 8.9 6.2
Peterpumpkineater69 9.4 5.8 8.8 10.6 7.5 11.8 8.7 11.3 10.6
The Mighty Ducks 9.3 7.1 8.6 11.5 10.2 9.4 11.3 7.8 8.5
Hungry for Apples? 9.2 7.9 10.8 7.5 8.4 9.4 13.1 9.0 7.5
There are no goalies 9.2 10.4 10.8 8.4 7.7 8.8 8.4 9.1 9.6
The Untouchables 9.1 13.0 6.9 8.4 6.5 9.1 10.1 6.9 11.6
Champagne Campaign 8.9 11.0 6.6 5.6 12.5 10.3 11.5 8.3 5.8
Killing Them Softly 8.7 11.5 7.5 10.8 7.6 5.6 5.5 12.0 8.8
Back2Back? 8.6 7.5 9.8 5.0 10.0 10.5 7.9 11.8 6.2
God Save the Quinn 8.6 4.9 8.1 11.5 8.5 9.1 7.5 8.9 10.0
Mathletes 8.5 6.2 6.8 6.8 7.4 11.4 6.4 10.9 12.4
Koala-ty Franchise 8.3 6.0 9.4 9.1 10.5 8.1 6.9 6.8 9.5
Ginga Ninja 8.2 10.1 9.1 9.6 5.8 6.3 6.1 8.0 10.2
Banger Catz 8.1 11.1 5.7 4.7 9.4 5.0 10.9 6.9 11.4
TEE2GREEN 8.1 8.5 11.5 8.4 4.5 9.0 8.5 6.5 7.6


This report was last run: 2023-12-04 10:09:30