With Brian Gibbons out for at least one week the Penguins had to move someone to Crosby's line, which we now know is Sutter. Sutter certainly gets a boost in fantasy value for the foreseeable future, he has 16 points (8G / 8A) in 47 games this season.
Depending on how long Malkin is out Sutter could be a nice pickup playing alongside James Neal.
Sutter shows to be more of a defensive center than to have any viable fantasy impact.
Sutter may be playing at below 100 percent but isn't expected to miss any playing time.
Both players have their assorted bumps and bruises but they should be able to play tomorrow. Sutter has scored four goals and six points over 20 games this season.
Sutter moves off the top line and back down to a checking assignment. He scored four goals and six points over 19 games.
Sutter played a more defensive role last season, centering the third line. He should improve his offensive output to the 40 point range with more PP time. The subtraction of Erik Cole should give him a nice opening.
