04/19/24
September 08, 2009
Most Amazing Fantasy Hockey Opportunity Ever! SpoFi Puckathon V: Do to popular demand the Most Challenging of all Fantasy Hockey Leagues, SpoFi Puckathon is being reborn. This is a take no prisoners, it's all about winning Yahoo Rotisserie Scoring Format. No Gimmicks just straight up face the challenge of defeating SportsFilters Finest Fantasy Sport Players in the Sports Toughest format Roto Hockey! 20 Teams battle for the title. Winners Fly's the SpoFi Puckathon V Championship 2009 Banner!
No Rain Checks Accepted
Details Inside
posted by skydivedad to fantasy at 01:07 AM - 43 comments
I am in, sir. Thanks for setting it up.
posted by BoKnows at 01:23 AM on September 08, 2009
I'm in...any chance anyone with better organization skills than I might set up a H2H league as well?
posted by MeatSaber at 01:38 AM on September 08, 2009
I'm in -- I had to go here though.
I haven't played one before so (a) I will lose and (b) I wonder how much time this'll take?
posted by rumple at 01:51 AM on September 08, 2009
Hey Rumple Everyone and anyone can win! Its not a big time consumer if you don't want it to be. Just have to keep an eye on players with a day off and fill in their spot from the bench. Simple eh? The draft itself probably takes around an hour but its a blast. I highly recommend being present for the draft but an auto drafter has won the Championship!
OK, Thanks to all who've joined already. Its filling up quickly! Here's a run down on the scoring rules and settings!
Roster Positions: C, C, LW, LW, RW, RW, D, D, D, D, G, G, BN, BN, BN, IR
Forwards/Defensemen Stat Categories: Goals (G), Assists (A), Plus/Minus (+/-), Penalty Minutes (PIM), Powerplay Points (PPP), Game-Winning Goals (GWG), Shots on Goal (SOG), Faceoffs Won (FW)
Goaltenders Stat Categories: Wins (W), Goals Against Average (GAA), Saves (SV), Shutouts (SHO)
These have pretty much been the rules for most of the Puckathons...
This is gonna rock! All The Best Paul
posted by skydivedad at 07:09 AM on September 08, 2009
Thanks for setting this up skydivedad. I am in as The Medicine Hat Tricks.
posted by HATER 187 at 10:35 AM on September 08, 2009
skydivedad, I signed up. Now that you're gettin' it all set, just one Q for ya: are there max. games for players or positions?
posted by Spitztengle at 10:36 AM on September 08, 2009
What are we going with for the draft day?
posted by HATER 187 at 10:48 AM on September 08, 2009
Kewl
Spitzengle that's max games per position as an example we have 2 LW Positions so the max games would be 164 in total for LW. This is something to watch throughout the season as running out of games can leave you falling rapidly in the standings as the season comes to an end.
It's great to have people joining. Big welcome to all including Qbert and Goddam who've been involved in the past. This is gonna be a blast.
Draft Day is set right now for Sat. 26th 10AM I would prefer Friday 25th at 6:30PM EST! I can change it let me know what works the best.
Paul
posted by skydivedad at 11:00 AM on September 08, 2009
sorry sdd but saturday 9/26 works better for me, i would have to do some major changing to my work schedule to be available 9/25
posted by HATER 187 at 11:28 AM on September 08, 2009
The Kentucky Cruisers are back and looking to improve upon their 12th place performance in Puckathon IV.
posted by MrFrisby at 12:04 PM on September 08, 2009
Thanks for setting this up, sdd. Saturday works best for me as well. I'm assuming that the "Draft Type" will move from Autopick to Live once we set a date?
posted by goddam at 12:24 PM on September 08, 2009
Yes will set it for Saturday than Sept. 26th 10AM EST. I'll set it to Live. Great Turnout so far, Thanks Gang, let's fill this league!
I've traced back the history of the Puckathon going back to it's 1st year 2002. You can review the leagues history on the leagues home page by using the drop down menu for Season: (on the right)
Check out past players and our Champions
Past Champions
2002 = Chewbacca Defence 169 Total Points (I have zero idea who that is as the managers name is hidden. Anyone know? I believe it was Grum's 1st Championship)
Commish = Academy of Lies (Name unknown, anyone?)
2003 = Arrogant Champs 112 Total Points (Again hidden manager name but I believe it might have been Grum once again)
Commish = Qbert
2004 = Can't find any data (Anyone know?)
2005 = Los Colecos 142 Points (Qbert )
Commish = Chico Bangs
2006 = Jagr is a Tranny (WeedyMcSmokey) 169 Points
Commish= Chico Bangs
2007 = BHawksDown 152.5 Points (Skydivedad)
Commish = Chico Bangs
Who's gonna run off with the 2009 Honors? Join Now and it could be you!
Paul
posted by skydivedad at 12:34 PM on September 08, 2009
I'm in as the Granite Grinders (which is either a tribute to the Granite State of NH or a really bad sandwich). Wife has some sort of weird idea about a weekend in Ogunquit, ME, so I may have to go for an autodraft. It's either that or risking the wrath of the cook. Let me know how to set that up, since I'm a rookie GM.
posted by Howard_T at 01:52 PM on September 08, 2009
Hi Howard Glad you're on board. If you can't make the live draft Yahoo's autodraft feature kicks in automatically if your team hasn't signed in. It uses the Yahoo Player Rankings. The beast thing to do is use the player ranking feature and set up your own rankings instead of using the Yahoo. Make sure to rank at least the 1st 200 Players as you see it. Or just leave it and trust the Yahoo Machine. (Not Me)
Good Luck
posted by skydivedad at 03:40 PM on September 08, 2009
I'm in.
posted by tommybiden at 04:32 PM on September 08, 2009
2004 = Can't find any data (Anyone know?)
That would be the ugly season that forced me to play fantasy football...
posted by MeatSaber at 05:41 PM on September 08, 2009
I'm in!
posted by skydivemom at 08:48 PM on September 08, 2009
Sweet We've got 12 slots filled so far in just a few days, Thanks Gang. We also have 2 former Champions (myself and Qbert) it would be great if we could get the other 2 (Grum and WeedyMcSmokey). The email address I have seems to have bounced or been lost somewhere in the Space of Cyber. If anyone could reach out to them I'd really appreciate it. Thanks
OK 8 spots left I'd really love to see this league full! So, invite your fellow Spofite.
As an aside the Draft is set for Sept 26th Saturday 10AM EST.
That is ALL...
posted by skydivedad at 12:32 PM on September 09, 2009
Maybe Gary or rcade can sidebar this?
posted by NoMich at 12:41 PM on September 09, 2009
In as hackthebone.
posted by dfleming at 12:56 PM on September 09, 2009
Maybe Gary or rcade can sidebar this?NoMich
rcade and/or justgary: Please consider this a formal request for a sidebar announcement for this league.
Thanks Paul
posted by skydivedad at 02:26 PM on September 09, 2009
Rcade has to do it. You might want to email him in case he misses this.
posted by justgary at 08:51 PM on September 09, 2009
Hamilton Crackberrys are in.
posted by WeedyMcSmokey at 10:57 PM on September 09, 2009
Weedy
It's awesome to have you on board and I always get a kick out of your team names but with the "Hamilton Crackberrys" you've showcased your sense of sarcasm. Well Done! Bravo...
OK 1 missing Champion Down and a Grum to go!
Thanks
Paul
PS I hear Jagr is going to be back in the league this season. Does that still make a Tranny?
posted by skydivedad at 11:18 PM on September 09, 2009
FightThePlower is in.
posted by NoMich at 11:13 AM on September 12, 2009
Most Excellent NoMich! Great to have you onboard... Only 5 spots left to fill...
posted by skydivedad at 11:17 AM on September 12, 2009
The Chuck Norrises are getting ready for the season by killing small woodland animals, using only the force of facial hair and sheer willpower.
posted by The_Black_Hand at 12:29 PM on September 13, 2009
Oh Yea! It's the infamous Black Hand. This is when things get really interesting. TBH isn't playing with a full deck! He's a fairly Dangerous Man!
All kidding aside great to have you on board TBH...
Only 4 spots left...
posted by skydivedad at 01:55 PM on September 13, 2009
Oh J:a:atelo:a are on the ice.
posted by ursus_comiter at 06:58 PM on September 15, 2009
ursus_comiter
It's great to have you on board
veuillez m'excuser un moment mais passer cette fois avec vous m'a fait se rend compte combien de temps il a t depuis que j'ai eu ... and it's on....
posted by skydivedad at 11:05 PM on September 15, 2009
and "The Donnie Dumphys" (chris2sy is a highly competent and skilled player with the hardware to prove it) makes 18 Slots filled. This League will be Historic for it's fierce competition! Our 2009 Champion will be draped in GLORY! Only 2 Slots left.........
posted by skydivedad at 07:31 PM on September 16, 2009
Grum
In case you're lurking we'd love to have a 2 time Champion we've only 2 slots left and we draft in 4 days 21hours and 9 minutes. Lets get this league full! Thanks 2 all who've already joined.
posted by skydivedad at 12:51 PM on September 21, 2009
Ok I joined up, Team Snakebite.
posted by insomnyuk at 07:31 PM on September 24, 2009
Thanks Insomnuk. Great to have you on board. One, Uno I said 1 Slot left .....
posted by skydivedad at 12:27 AM on September 25, 2009
OK Gang Just a heads up. Live Draft Tomorrow Sat. the 25th 10AM! See ya there. Good Luck Paul
PS 1 Slot left of 20.
posted by skydivedad at 03:32 PM on September 25, 2009
I havent done one of these before. I just ranked some players. I know I can only be there from the beginning for 30 minutes or so then have to leave for the day. Will it kick into automatic mode when I leave? Is it a chat room like thing? I guess I will find out -- if I mess up just give me ALL CANUCKS RAMPANT
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posted by rumple at 11:10 PM on September 25, 2009
Yea rumple it will go auto when you close the java applet where the live draft occurs... Its fantastic to have a full 20 league! Thanks for joining. Good Luck and we'll see everyone 10AM EST Tomorrow...
Best of Luck everyone
Paul
On Edit
rumple
I just counted and we've only 19. Recheck your sign up can't find your squad.
posted by skydivedad at 11:36 PM on September 25, 2009
rumple was one of the first to sign up, way back in early September...
posted by MeatSaber at 07:41 AM on September 26, 2009
MeatSaber
duh.........my bad! Sorry rumple....
posted by skydivedad at 08:03 AM on September 26, 2009
gah, I forgot to do any rankings and then didn't wake up in time. Looks like I have a really, really weak team lol. Hopefully I can pick up some free agents and make some trades.
posted by insomnyuk at 03:23 PM on September 26, 2009
I should mention that my team name changed to the Theoretical Fleurys.
posted by dfleming at 10:45 AM on September 27, 2009
stupidworkstupidhousestupidtimespace.
posted by garfield at 03:43 PM on September 28, 2009
http://hockey.fantasysports.yahoo.com/league/spofi_puckathonv
SpoFi Puckathon V League ID127713 Password= ripcord
Only 17 Spots remaining
Draft Saturday Sept 26th 10AM EST I'd prefer Friday the 25th at 6:30PM EST
Same Rules and Positions as Puckathon IV as always Rules and settings open for discussion. I'll post the full rules here in a bit.
Good Luck
All The Best
Stupid typo Should read Winner Fly's the SpoFi Puckathon Championship 2009 Banner