NHL DFS Expert Survey: Thursday, November 20th

by Justin Bailey (Jbails26) Last Updated 2025-11-20 18:54:25 Premium Content Part of the product RotoGrinders NHL Premium

Kucherov of the Lightning

Our panel of experts is here to give you their insights on NHL DFS today for the 11/20 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 Thursday, November 20

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

TastefulTides: Nathan MacKinnon
Joda: Nathan MacKinnon

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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?

TastefulTides: Single-entry and 3-max GPPs are my preferred format. Ownership will be very spread out both in terms of stacks and one-offs. While I think Nathan MacKinnon is the premium stud to pay up for in cash games, it’s going to be Jason Robertson and the Dallas Stars as the stack I will be trying to get the most of in single-entry GPP contests.

Joda: Large-field GPPs are my preferred format tonight. Nathan MacKinnon is coming off his worst fantasy effort of the season (4.5 fantasy points), so I like him to bounce back, but stacking against Igor Shesterkin isn’t the most lucrative, so I would rather look elsewhere in tournaments. Tampa Bay is my favorite target, and it starts with Nikita Kucherov. Anthony Cirelli and Brandon Hagel check in as nice options, as they should be in those high-event matchups with McDavid and Draisaitl. As usual, one team that could be overlooked is Columbus and their top line, as I think the Toronto side will be more popular. The Leafs are a mediocre team, and they really miss Chris Tanev.

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

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