Now’s the time to add Joey Daccord

Special to Yahoo Sports

Fantasy hockey can be a funny game. Regardless of whether you’ve been playing for 20 years or 20 minutes, there’s usually something interesting that pops up to affect lineups. It’s almost like they’re the gifts that keep on giving, though not always the good kind.

In the spirit of generosity, here are a few player offerings to get you through the next period — including a stretch of no NHL from Sunday to Tuesday. (And don’t worry, we’ll be back next Friday with more recommendations.)

(Rostered rates as of Dec. 22)

Forwards

Owen Tippett, Philadelphia Flyers (Yahoo: 50%)

Going into this season, I targeted Tippett in drafts as someone in a prime position to build upon his breakout campaign of 27 goals and 22 assists. At times, he’s looked like a cinch to do so. In fact, Tippett’s last eight games have netted six points, 35 shots and 24 hits. The scoring may not be impressive so far, though there’s hope he can improve based on his skills and continued favorable placements.

Blake Coleman, Calgary Flames (Yahoo: 45%)

Coleman has operated as a middle-six forward across his career, so it’s probably not surprising to see him excel as a lead performer. His previous high of 38 points was set last season and he’s on pace to top 50. Regression may be coming for Coleman when it comes to goals with a 12.7% shooting mark after previously barely breaking double digits. As he gets to skate alongside Jonathan Huberdeau and Mikael Backlund at five-on-five, maintains a prime place on the penalty kill (where he’s already equaled his career best of three SHGs), and has recently been added to the power play, enough stats will come.

Michael Bunting, Carolina Hurricanes (Yahoo: 31%)

At 22 points over 32 contests, Bunting’s coverage number seems a bit low. And then you realize the hits —…