NHL DFS Projections
Free projections for DraftKings & FanDuel — projected fantasy points, salary and value for every NHL DFS player.
370 DraftKings & 341 FanDuel players projected
Updated 8:45 PM ET
NHL DFS projections for the Nov 12 Main slate (DraftKings), updated 8:45 PM ET: the top projected plays are Nathan MacKinnon (17.1 pts), Kirill Kaprizov (17.1 pts), Jacob Fowler (17.1 pts).
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76 players
CCOL$9,200
CNJD$8,700
CTOR$8,500
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157 players
LWMIN$8,300
LWWPG$7,500
LWTBL$7,200
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118 players
DCOL$7,200
DCBJ$7,700
DNYI$7,500
Who are the top projected NHL DFS plays on DraftKings tonight?
Nathan MacKinnon ($9,200) leads centers with a 17.1 pts projection. Jack Hughes is next at 16.9 pts, then Auston Matthews at 16.4 pts.
Kirill Kaprizov ($8,300) leads wingers with a 17.1 pts projection. Kyle Connor is next at 16.8 pts, then Brandon Hagel at 16.7 pts. Brandon Hagel is the best value play among wingers at 2.30 points per $1,000.
Cale Makar ($7,200) leads defensemen with a 14.3 pts projection. Zach Werenski is next at 14.2 pts, then Matthew Schaefer at 13.7 pts.
Jacob Fowler ($7,500) leads goalies with a 17.1 pts projection. Anthony Stolarz is next at 16.1 pts, then Linus Ullmark at 15.9 pts.
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NHL DFS projections really sharpen once starting goalies are announced, typically in the afternoon on game day — a confirmed starter in a strong matchup projects well above a backup in the same game.
Skater projections weigh line and power-play unit placement most heavily, since those minutes are the most predictable path to points. Check the value column for a cheaper line the slate's pricing has fallen behind.
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How these projections are built
FTA's fantasy-point projections combine each player's expected opportunity (snaps, minutes, plate appearances, or shifts, depending on the sport) with efficiency and matchup quality, then price that against DraftKings and FanDuel salary for a value figure. They update as news, lineups and matchups change, so the number you see sharpens the closer a slate gets to lock.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are NHL DFS projections?
- DFS projections estimate how many fantasy points a skater or goalie is expected to score in a specific DraftKings or FanDuel contest, based on line placement, power-play unit, and matchup. They're the core number behind value (points per dollar of salary) and the starting point for every lineup decision.
What does 'value' mean on this page?
- Value is projected fantasy points divided by salary (shown as points per $1,000). It's the fastest way to spot a cheaper line the slate's pricing has fallen behind.
How often do NHL DFS projections update?
- Projections sharpen most once starting goalies are announced, typically in the afternoon on game day, and keep moving as line combinations and scratches are confirmed closer to puck drop.
How do I use projections to build a lineup?
- Start with the highest-value plays at each position, then layer in projected ceiling for tournament lineups or projected floor for cash games. Our NHL DFS optimizer builds optimal lineups automatically using these same projections.