Short slate nights are always a little bit more challenging for GPP’s purposes, as the favorites tend to be higher owned. It looks like it’s going to be pretty tough to avoid paying up for a center tonight, but luckily we’ve got a few winger and defenseman value plays for you to save cap space. Note that the Ducks and Sharks are returning from semi-lengthy eastern road trips, and the first game back on home ice can sometimes be a let-down “trap” game.

Also, if you’re going to play Ducks defensemen tonight be sure to keep an eye on the lineup all day as they have been rotating healthy scratches amongst some familiar names lately. Top Teams to Target Tonight for Daily Fantasy Hockey

1. Anaheim Ducks – The Oilers are playing well right now, but the Ducks are in a race for the President’s trophy. Richard Bachman has had two strong games in a row, but how long can that hold up? Anaheim might be coming off a long roadtrip, but they should be able to handle Edmonton pretty easily. Cash game lineups should have at least one of Ryan Getzlaf and Corey Perry in them on a night with just a few expensive superstars playing.