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Q: How do you plan NHL Survivor?
A: Members pick one NHL team each week:
Picks are made from the Saturday slate of games each week.
If their pick is correct, they survive and advance. An incorrect pick eliminates the player from the pool.
The goal is to be the last member standing at the end of the season.
Q: Do I only get the option to pick the winners (Survivor pool)?
A: No, the commissioner can set it up to pick losers (Loser pool) by going to their commissioner console > pool settings > pick and scoring settings > pick objective:
Q: How many entries can a member have?
A: That is up to your commissioner, you can allow multiple pick entries per member account or limit members to a single entry
Q: Can I start this pool at any time?
A: Yes, you can choose the week you start your pool.
Q: Can I add auto-picks if a member forgets to make a pick?
A: Yes, you will go to your commissioner console > pool settings > pick & scoring setting > automatic picks:
Q: If a member is eliminated, can I use a mulligans to revive their entry?
A: Yes, "mulligan" options for automatic or manual revivals after incorrect picks. This is found in your commissioner console > pool settings > mulligan settings for automatic:
To issue a mulligans to a member manually, you will go to your commissioner console > To revive a member who was eliminated in the selected week, check the box in the 'Issue Mulligan' column below. Uncheck the box to remove a mulligan that was previously issued. Make sure to click the 'Save Mulligans' button at the bottom after making your changes.
Q: Why is my pool locked?
A: Your pool is locked due to not meeting the payment deadline to host your pool on our site. Once, we receive payment, your pool will be unlocked for you and your members.
Q: How can I change my entry name that appears in the reports?
A: Entry names can be changed on your entries page within the pool. Click on the appropriate pool membership on your Pool Memberships page. Once in the pool, navigate to the 'Your Picks' tab and click the 'rename' link next to the entry you would like to change.
Q: When are the standings (and other reports) updated?
A: Most updates will occur within minutes of the conclusion of each game, however due to the nature of the internet, we make no guarantee about the exact time an update will take place.
Q: Can I add a member's picks for them after the pick deadline?
A: Yes. To do so, follow these steps:
1. If they did not join yet, click the 'Add a Member' link under Commissioner Console --> Member Management.
2. Click the 'Member Pick Maintenance' link in the Commissioner Console.
3. Follow the instructions on screen.