What does FSPI stand for?
FutureSports Performance Indexes. For the NHL team indexes, the benchmark measures accumulated performance under the administrator’s rules.
Is FSPI a probability or Stanley Cup odds?
FSPI is measured in index points, while a Stanley Cup probability estimates the chance of a particular outcome. Two teams with similar index levels can still have different Cup probabilities because their schedules, likely opponents, and range of future outcomes differ.
Can I trade it now?
CME specifies September 28, 2026 as the first trade date and confirms standard and Micro futures for all 32 NHL teams are available. Check your broker for account and jurisdiction support, and use a timestamped quote for the specific contract and expiry.
Does an ETF filing mean a fund is available?
LeagueShares’ website, checked September 29, 2026, says none of its registrations has been declared effective and its team ETFs cannot yet be bought. Future availability would need an effective prospectus, exchange listing and broker support.
Will a team win make a futures position profitable?
Not necessarily. The entry price may already reflect strong expectations. The relevant contract, expiry, market repricing, and costs determine the position’s result.
Is NHLFutures the official index administrator?
NHLFutures is an independent hockey research site. FutureSports administers the official index. Forecasts and reconstructed history on this site carry their own source labels so they are not mistaken for official index publications.
Does my scenario change the published model?
Your scenario leaves the published reference unchanged. It is a separate run based on the assumptions you selected, and choosing a model profile does not make that profile the new published model.
Why are some forecasts locked or unavailable?
Published default-model projections require Plus or Pro access. Custom simulations, saved models, and historical evaluation require Pro access; legacy Premium and admin retain Pro capabilities. Other results can be unavailable because a supported source or valid publication is missing. Neither condition means the forecast is zero.
Where can I see every scoring component?
Our calculation guide includes all 53 scoring components and both seasonal factors. They are grouped into game statistics, end-of-game thresholds, results, monthly awards, regular-season awards, and the Stanley Cup award. A fictional 3–1 game then shows how the weights add up. The official methodology is linked for reference, while the full explanation remains here on the site.
How many FSPI points is a win worth?
The win entry is +10 before the seasonal factor, but that is only one component of the game’s total. Goals, shots, saves, possession events, penalties and milestones contribute separately. A 3–1 win and a 6–5 win need not produce the same change, and a win alone does not tell you the sign of the complete statistical total.
Do playoff points count more?
Game contributions use a factor of 1.5 in the postseason. That factor multiplies the new points, not the entire existing index. The Cup award is 750×1.5 = 1,125. Monthly and regular-season awards use 1.0. See the calculation guide for the complete breakdown.
If futures rise 2%, should an ETF rise 2%?
A hypothetical fund maintaining 1× exposure might gain about 2% in NAV before costs if its futures positions rise 2%. Its share price can still move differently as the premium or discount to NAV changes. Contract selection, rebalancing, collateral income, expenses, distributions, and valuation times can add further differences.
Why can a forecast change when the index does not?
The index changes when recorded performance earns or loses points under the methodology. A forecast can move earlier, after new player-availability information or a change in assumptions. When two forecasts differ, compare their horizons and the inputs or scenario settings used for each run.
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