DraftKings daily picks: Fantasy hockey lineup- February 8 - FanSided Feb 6, 2016; Sunrise, FL, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby (87) flips the puck during the game against the Florida Panthers at BB&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Robert Mayer-USA TODAY Sports Some interesting NHL targets are available for tonight’s DraftKings daily picks. It’s another light night in the NHL with … [Read more...]
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The Daily Dose: Dose: Super Sunday
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Did Peyton Manning turn in worst game by Super Bowl-winning QB?
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