i don't think anyone has used the waivers but you. i generally pick up someone based on being able to get them now not in 2 days, unless it was a superstar player.
i think making moves and picking up hot players or good players from hot teams helps out a lot. that and keeping an eye on injuries and picking up their replacements
Good news is I'm still in the hunt. If only my players would pass instead of scoring all the time, and do some **** on the power play I'd be in great shape.