The upcoming NHL slate features three games, including a matchup between the Detroit Red Wings and the Anaheim Ducks. Teams and players on these matchups should be monitored closely for optimal FanDuel NHL DFS picks for Friday, October 31.
NHL Game Overview
Here are the matchups scheduled for Friday:
- Colorado Avalanche at Vegas Golden Knights
- Washington Capitals hosting New York Islanders
- Detroit Red Wings at Anaheim Ducks
Top Goalie Options
Selecting the right goalie can greatly influence your FanDuel lineup’s success.
Mackenzie Blackwood
Team: Colorado Avalanche
Salary: $7,300
Blackwood is set to make his season debut after recovering from a lower-body injury. He is expected to take over as the primary goalie for the Avalanche, having had a successful previous season with a record of 22 wins and three shutouts, coupled with a 2.33 goals-against average and a .913 save percentage.
John Gibson
Team: Detroit Red Wings
Salary: $7,200
Gibson played for 11 seasons with Anaheim before transferring to Detroit in the offseason. He has a present record of four wins and a 3.20 goals-against average. Facing his former team may serve as added motivation for Gibson this Friday.
Value Plays to Consider
Finding value plays is essential for building a competitive lineup.
Marco Kasper
Team: Detroit Red Wings
Salary: $4,500
Kasper has had a sluggish start to the season, but scored twice recently. Given Anaheim’s defensively vulnerable position, he could capitalize on scoring opportunities.
Jonatan Berggren
Team: Detroit Red Wings
Salary: $3,200
Berggren has totaled two goals and two assists over his last five games and is an affordable choice facing a weak Ducks defense.
Key Forward Line Stack
Consider stacking players from the Capitals against the Islanders for optimal output.
Capitals Top Line
- Alex Ovechkin (W) – $6,800
- Connor McMichael (C) – $4,700
- Ryan Leonard (W) – $4,300
Ovechkin leads the team with two goals and five assists. McMichael has a goal and two assists this season, while Leonard contributes significantly in his first full NHL season.
Defensive Standouts
Moritz Seider
Team: Detroit Red Wings
Salary: $5,400
Seider has started flatter than expected with only four assists, all on the power play. Historically, he has recorded 42-50 points per season and is expected to maintain that consistency.
Jakob Chychrun
Team: Washington Capitals
Salary: $5,900
Chychrun is off to an impressive start with three goals and three assists this season, playing a crucial role on the power play.
When crafting your FanDuel lineup on Friday, October 31, consider utilizing these players to maximize your chances of winning in NHL DFS contests. Make informed decisions that fit both your strategy and budget for the optimal performance.
