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Matt Boldy and Jack Hughes listed as fantasy hockey busts for 2026-27

CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 5:17 PM

Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Matt Boldy and Jack Hughes listed as fantasy hockey busts for 2026-27
Summary

CBS Sports identifies Matt Boldy of the Minnesota Wild and Jack Hughes of the New Jersey Devils as potential fantasy hockey busts for the upcoming season. Boldy's average draft position (ADP) is 13.6, with concerns over a possible regression following a career-high 42 goals last season. Hughes, with an ADP of 22.8, raises health concerns, having played 62 or fewer games in each of the past three seasons. The analysis suggests managers should reconsider these players at their current draft positions given the risks involved. Fantasy managers may want to target healthier alternatives.

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  • •Matt Boldy has an ADP of 13.6 after scoring 42 goals last season.
  • •Jack Hughes has an ADP of 22.8 but injury history raises concerns.
  • •Boldy's shooting percentage increased significantly, suggesting regression is possible.
  • •Hughes has played fewer than 65 games in three straight seasons.
  • •Fantasy managers are advised to consider healthier alternatives.
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  • 5:17 PMCBS Sports — Fantasy hockey busts for 2026-27: Matt Boldy, Jack Hughes among players being drafted too early
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Matt Boldy, Jack Hughes and Roman Josi headline the players whose current ADP may outweigh their Fantasy value in 2026-27

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