DEFINITION:
Fantasy hockey is a game where participants act as general managers of virtual hockey teams. They draft real NHL players onto their teams and earn points based on the performance of these players in real-life hockey games.
FAQs:
1. What is the objective of fantasy hockey?
The objective of fantasy hockey is to assemble a team of players that will accumulate the most points throughout the NHL season.
2. How can I acquire players for my fantasy hockey team?
Players are acquired through a draft at the beginning of the season or through trades and waiver wire pickups during the course of the season.
3. How do players earn points in fantasy hockey?
Players earn points based on various statistical categories such as goals, assists, shots on goal, power-play points, and goaltending statistics like wins, saves, and shutouts.
4. Can I make changes to my fantasy hockey lineup during the season?
Yes, fantasy hockey managers have the ability to make changes to their lineup by benching underperforming players, activating players from the bench, or making trades.
5. Is fantasy hockey only based on NHL games?
Yes, fantasy hockey is based on the performance of NHL players in real-life games. The statistics and results from these games determine the points earned by fantasy hockey teams.
