Episode 37: Sophomore Slumps & Fantasy Hockey Trade Frenzy

In this episode of Invested in Hockey, Eric and Anthony tackle the dreaded sophomore slump. Could young stars like Connor Bedard, Adam Fantilli, and Brock Faber follow in the footsteps of players like Matty Beniers in their second year? We break down the trends and what it could mean for fantasy hockey managers. Next, we share our "Buy Low" fantasy candidates to help you steal some value in these crucial.weeks of the NHL. Eric highlights Mika Zibanejad, Viktor Arvidsson, and Jason Robertson, while Anthony discusses Jeremy Swayman and Steven Stamkos as potential bounce-back players after slow starts with disapointing fantasy production. Specifically in ESPN Fantasy, Swayman is averaging a 0.2 AVG points per game. We close the show with an in-depth fantasy hockey trade segment, diving into Eric and Anthony’s 12-team keeper league. From blockbuster deals to under-the-radar swaps, we cover unique categories like blocks, hits, and faceoff wins to help you dominate your league. Stay invested, subscribe, and follow us on socials for your weekly dose of hockey insight as you prepare for another action-packed week, including American Thanksgiving on November 29th!