LMX Blog

The Most Picked Teams in LMS (and Why That’s Risky)

Published on June 14, 2025

Every LMS league has its "herd week" — where half the players back the same team. A strong favourite, a plum fixture. Everyone piles in. And sometimes, it goes horribly wrong.


The Herd Mentality Trap

Let’s say 40% of your league picks the same team. If they …

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Top 5 Strategies for Surviving Longer in LMS

Published on June 7, 2025

Winning at LMS isn’t just about luck. It’s about reading the league like a seasoned scout and staying a step ahead of your mates. These five strategies won’t guarantee you go all the way — but ignore them, and you’ll be out before the kettle’s boiled.


1. Don’t …

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Spreadsheets vs. LMX: Why Web-Based LMS Is Better

Published on May 31, 2025

There was a time — not that long ago — when running a Last Man Standing league meant opening Excel, firing up WhatsApp, and hoping nobody forgot their pick. Week after week, someone would send a voice note at 3am. Someone else would try to sneak in a late pick. …

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The History of Last Man Standing Competitions

Published on May 24, 2025

Before clean user interfaces and smart notifications, Last Man Standing was run the old-fashioned way — with pens, paper, and no small amount of chaos.

It started in pubs. The sort of place where Friday night chat turns to weekend fixtures, and someone pipes up with:
“Right — everyone …

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How to Play LMX

Published on May 17, 2025

Here’s how it works, whether you’re following the Premier League, La Liga, MLS, or even your local setup:


🟢 1. Join or Create a League

You can join an existing league or start your own in seconds. Whether it’s a pub crew, an office pool, or a …

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