NHL Projected Ice Time This Week This Week
Ice time is opportunity. Players who log heavy minutes have more chances to accumulate stats across all categories. Our TOI projections show you which players are expected to be on the ice the most this week—crucial information for identifying high-floor fantasy plays (Jan 12-Jan 18 (Week 15)). (Jan 12-Jan 18 (Week 15))
Why ice time matters
More minutes = more opportunities for all stats. Players who log 20+ minutes per game have significantly more chances to score, hit, block, and contribute across fantasy categories.
Average ice time by position
- Elite forwards: 18-22 minutes per game - Top defensemen: 22-26 minutes per game - Goalies: 55-60 minutes (full game) - 4th line/3rd pair: 8-12 minutes per game
TOI boosters
- Overtime games (everyone gets extra minutes) - Injuries to linemates (expanded role) - Coach's trust in high-leverage situations
Minutes Eaters This week
Looking for workhorses? Sort by projected TOI to find players who will have the most ice time and thus the most stat opportunities.
All ProjectionsD-Men Minutes Leaders
Defensemen log the most minutes in hockey. Target high-TOI blueliners for peripheral stat volume (blocks, hits, shots).
Defensemen ProjectionsTOI + Peripherals Stack
High ice time + physical style = peripheral stat bonanzas. Cross-reference TOI with hits and blocks projections.
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