<p>Finding an edge in fantasy hockey often comes down to maximizing your man games — and targeting players with favourable matchups. Our Fantasy Hockey Strength of Schedule tool helps you do precisely that.</p>



<p>Each week, we evaluate every NHL team’s upcoming slate using three key factors:</p>



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<li><strong>Games Played:</strong> More games mean more opportunities for fantasy points.</li>



<li><strong>Strength of Schedule (SOS):</strong> Based on opponent difficulty, the higher the score, the easier the matchups.</li>



<li><strong>Light Nights:</strong> Nights with eight or fewer NHL games, when it’s easier to fit extra players into your active lineup.</li>
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<p>By combining these three components, the tool highlights which teams — and streamers — are best positioned for fantasy success this week.</p>



<p>If you’re looking for a full breakdown of every team’s upcoming schedule, check out our <strong><a href="https://www.dailyfaceoff.com/strength-of-schedule">Fantasy Hockey Strength of Schedule Tool</a></strong> — updated daily to show which teams have the most games and valuable light-night matchups each week.</p>



<h1 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Week 10 Strength of Schedule </strong></h1>



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<h1 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Week 10 Streaming Targets</strong></h1>



<p>The streaming schedule is extremely limited this week. Only two teams — the Seattle Kraken and Utah Mammoth — play four light-night games, and no teams play three. That makes Seattle and Utah the clear priority targets for Week 10, so we’ll focus heavily on their best streaming options.</p><div class="injected-ad injected-video" data-nn-ad-tech-injection-count="0" data-nn-ad-tech-max-gap="130" data-nn-ad-tech-current-gap="155"></div>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Seattle Kraken</strong></h2>



<p>Seattle isn’t a high-powered offensive team, but their top forwards are widely available and perfectly positioned for a four-game streaming week. Everyone on their top line of <strong>Matty Beniers, Jared McCann, </strong>and<strong> Jordan Eberle</strong> is rostered in less than 30% of leagues and have been quietly excellent, posting 3.64 xGF/60 and 3.58 GF/60 across 83:31 TOI together this season. All three also skate on the top power-play unit, giving them strong multi-category upside for Week 10.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Jared McCann (C/LW – 29% Rostered)</strong></h3>



<p>McCann has one goal, one assist, eight SOG, and six hits in four games since returning to the lineup. His 20 shot attempts in that span are right in line with his pre-injury pace, and he’s now averaging 5.4 shot attempts per game on the season. With four games on tap, McCann has a strong floor and legitimate potential for 10+ SOG and multiple points this week.</p><div class="injected-ad" data-nn-ad-tech-injection-count="1" data-nn-ad-tech-max-gap="130" data-nn-ad-tech-current-gap="143"></div>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Matty Beniers (C – 13% Rostered)</strong></h3>



<p>Beniers doesn’t offer McCann’s shooting floor, but his volume has improved this season, averaging just over 4.0 shot attempts per game. He profiles more as an assist-heavy streamer right now, which matches his recent results: six assists but just one goal in his last 10 games. Still, with strong linemates and PP1 exposure, he’s a solid four-game play.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Jordan Eberle (RW – 12% Rostered)</strong></h3>



<p>Eberle has been snakebitten recently, with no goals and only two assists in his last seven games, but the underlying numbers remain excellent. Over the last month, he has led the Kraken in ixG per game (0.46), ranks first in on-ice xGF per game (1.30), and sits second in Offensive Driving Plays per game (7.50). If he continues generating chances at this rate, Eberle could easily wind up as Seattle’s top fantasy producer for Week 10.</p><div class="injected-ad" data-nn-ad-tech-injection-count="2" data-nn-ad-tech-max-gap="130" data-nn-ad-tech-current-gap="134"></div>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Eeli Tolvanen (LW/RW – 7% Rostered)</strong></h3>



<p>Tolvanen is the Kraken’s best banger-league streaming option. Over his last 10 games, he’s averaging 2.0 SOG, 3.9 shot attempts, and 2.7 hits per game while adding six points (3G, 3A). He provides a steady floor in extended formats with enough scoring touch to be considered in deep standard formats. </p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Chandler Stephenson (C – 5% Rostered)</strong></h3>



<p>Stephenson finally broke a seven-game pointless streak with a goal on Saturday. The upside is limited, but if you miss out on Seattle’s top line, he’s likely the next-best fallback. He’s playing heavy minutes (20:03 ATOI) and leads the Kraken in Offensive Driving Plays per game over the last month. The shot volume won’t wow you, but he can still chip in a couple of assists across four games.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Utah Mammoth</strong></h2>



<p>Unlike Seattle, Utah doesn’t offer many high-end streaming options that are widely available. <strong>Nick Schmaltz </strong>(66%) and <strong>JJ Peterka </strong>(65%) are the best fantasy targets overall, but they’re rostered in too many leagues to qualify for this post. Still, check your wire for those two first—if they’re available, they’re easy adds.</p><div class="injected-ad" data-nn-ad-tech-injection-count="3" data-nn-ad-tech-max-gap="130" data-nn-ad-tech-current-gap="171"></div>



<p>If not, you’ll likely be dipping into Utah’s third line, which is surprisingly one of the most dominant trios in the NHL this season. <strong>Jack McBain, Lawson Crouse, </strong>and<strong> Michael Carcone</strong> currently own the highest xGF/60 of any line with 125+ 5v5 minutes, making them far more viable than a typical depth unit.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Lawson Crouse (LW/RW – 11% Rostered)</strong></h3>



<p>Crouse is a strong streamer in all formats this week. In standard leagues, he’s produced 10 points (6G, 4A) in his last 19 games. In extended formats, he brings a sturdy floor with 1.5 SOG, 2.4 hits, and 1.0 blocks per game. His ice time has also climbed, he’s averaging 16:26 TOI over his last 13 games, which is notable for a third-liner. Over the last month, he ranks fifth on Utah in ixG per game (0.23).</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Sean Durzi (D – 7% Rostered)</strong></h3>



<p>Durzi’s upside is tied to whether he can reclaim a spot on Utah’s top power play, but for now that job belongs firmly to <strong>Mikhail Sergachev</strong>. Without PP1 usage, Durzi profiles more as a peripherals stream. Since returning four games ago, he’s averaged 1.3 SOG, 3.3 shot attempts, 2.0 blocks, and 0.5 hits per game. He’s not a high-ceiling add, but he’s the top available blue-line streamer for managers who recently lost <strong>Adam Fox</strong> or <strong>John Carlson</strong> and simply need competent D production.</p><div class="injected-ad" data-nn-ad-tech-injection-count="4" data-nn-ad-tech-max-gap="130" data-nn-ad-tech-current-gap="213"></div>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Daniil But (LW – 1% Rostered)</strong></h3>



<p>But is a deeper-league gamble with legitimate upside. He was a first-round pick (No.12 overall) in 2023 and had terrific AHL numbers this season (8G, 9A in 19 games) before being called up. But brings a massive frame (6’6″, 232 lbs) with good net-front instincts. He hasn’t recorded an NHL point yet, and his ice time is limited (12:20 ATOI), but the signs are encouraging. He’s averaging 2.0 SOG and 3.3 shot attempts per game, and Utah has generated 3.32 xGF/60 at 5v5 with him on the ice. He also leads the Mammoth in ixG/60 (1.59). If his role grows even slightly, But could pop this week.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Michael Carcone (LW – 0% Rostered)</strong></h3>



<p>Carcone is the most offense-first player on Utah’s third line, though his ceiling is capped by limited usage (12:22 ATOI). Over his last 17 games, he has seven points (2G, 5A) while averaging 2.0 SOG, 4.2 shot attempts, and 2.0 hits per game. His peripherals give him a solid floor, and across four games he could reasonably contribute 1 goal, 8+ SOG, and ~8 hits given his past production. </p><div class="injected-ad" data-nn-ad-tech-injection-count="5" data-nn-ad-tech-max-gap="130" data-nn-ad-tech-current-gap="177"></div>
