NHL DFS Expert Survey: Monday, October 13th

by Justin Bailey (Jbails26) Last Updated 2025-10-13 17:18:12 Premium Content Part of the product RotoGrinders NHL Premium

Kaprizov of the Wild

Our panel of experts is here to give you their insights on NHL DFS today for the 10/13 main slate on DraftKings. They’re ready to answer key questions that will assist you in making those crucial lineup-building decisions. Curious who Moneyball16 has as his top overall line stack? Or perhaps you’re wondering about TastefulTides’ favorite play for large-field tournaments? Read their thoughts below!

NHL DFS Picks: DraftKings Expert Survey for Monday, October 13

Who is your favorite skater to spend up for in cash games?

Moneyball16: Jack Hughes
Joda: Kirill Kaprizov

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What is your preferred tournament format (e.g. large-field, single-entry) to play on this slate? How do you plan to beat that field of opponents? What tactic or strategy will set you apart?

Moneyball16: Large-field GPPs – Utah is the obvious play tonight. They are too cheap, and their best players are playing so many minutes. I think they will be very popular, and I am not going to tell you not to play them, but in lineups without Utah, I would heavily consider using the opposing Chicago goalie. The price is fine, and if it is a day where Utah scores fewer goals than expected, the goalie will have a good chance at being the top goalie on the slate with only 5 games. A lot of Utah lineups will be eliminated from the running for the top prize.

Joda: Large-field GPPs are my preferred format this evening. There’s abundant value in Utah taking on a Chicago team that gives up far too many chances for their own good. Nick Schmaltz is a cheap winger taking on his old team. JJ Peterka is another cheap winger on a line with Logan Cooley and sharpshooter Dylan Guenther, who has scored a goal in each game this season. Combining Utah exposure with Minnesota, New Jersey, Florida, and even Columbus could pay off.

Who is your favorite play (when considering price, matchup, roster construction, etc.) on the board and why?

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