When to stop believing in a saintly centre

My fantasy flock, let us play . . .

We are faced with many, many decisions year in and year out as members of the Cult of Fantasy Hockey. However, one of the hardest is when to let a player go. Especially a player who has provided us with so much enjoyment and value over the years. It is hard in fantasy hockey because it is all numbers-based. There is no worrying about what the fans think. There is no pillar of the community. There is no diminished role for the aging veteran who is great in the dressing room. There is simply a roster spot. A roster spot that needs a specific number of points produced from it for you to have a shot a the title.

Welcome to Statistical Salvation

Dearly Beloved,

We are gathered here today in the presence of you and your computer screen, to join your fantasy team and first place in matrimony, which is commended to be honorable among all men. As I stand before you I can openly tell you that there is one thing, and one thing alone that will pry your team out of first place. It is not the devil. It is not just Lady Luck, although she has had a hand in the downfall of many a team. It is not the your opposition and their ability to spend hours a day pouring over stats and to predict the exact player you are targeting, only moments before your pick.

It is, simply, yourself.