NHL Fantasy on Ice Fantasy top 10 waiver wire pickups: Week 1
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Oct 6, 2025 Get ready for opening night as the hosts dive into their top fantasy waiver wire pickups, spotlighting players like Jimmy Snuggerud and Ville Koivunen. They discuss the Minnesota Wild’s new contracts for Kaprizov and Gustavsson and their fantasy implications. There’s also a focus on underrated players and injury replacements for the Florida Panthers. Betting strategies are highlighted, including angles for Rangers vs. Penguins and Calgary-Edmonton. Get the inside scoop on rookies like Ryan Leonard and how to maximize your fantasy roster right from the start!
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Kaprizov Signing Boosts Wild Fantasy Outlook
- The Minnesota Wild getting Kaprizov settled major roster uncertainty and improves their fantasy upside.
- Young playmakers like Zev Boulianne could greatly boost PP production and fantasy value.
Target Eriksson Ek And Handcuff Wild Goalies
- Do consider Jewel Eriksson Ek as a mid-round fantasy target if he stays healthy.
- Handcuff goaltender Gustafsson with the backup in keeper/dynasty formats for wins upside.
Buffalo: High Upside, High Risk
- The Sabres offer boom-or-bust fantasy upside tied to health and goaltending.
- Josh Norris's preseason form is encouraging but his injury history makes him a risky pick.