Show Notes
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Fantasy hockey draft season rolls on — and this time, we’re switching to categories.
Evan and Brian are joined by 10 Apples & Ginos listeners for a full 12-team LIVE CATS league mock draft, putting category-league draft strategy to the test in real time.
We’ll break down picks, roster construction, positional value, category balance, reaches, steals, and the different decisions you have to make when drafting in a categories format.
If you play CATS leagues — or just want another look at how fantasy hockey drafts are shaping up for 2026-27 — come hang out, follow the draft board, and let us know in chat who you think builds the best team. Let's get to BIZ you beauties!
🍎 12 Teams 🥅 Category League Scoring 🎙️ Evan + Brian 👥 10 Apples & Ginos Listeners 🔴 LIVE Mock Draft
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