NHL Hockey Player News

Defenseman Michal Rozsival will be in #Blackhawks' lineup tonight vs. Predators.

Rozsival has 2 assists in 3 games this season. However he isn't the 40 points in 80 games player he once was. Unless he keeps racking up the assists from the back-end he isn't a great fantasy option at this point in his career.

Michal Rozsival
Niskanen won't be playing tonight. Getting closer though. #Penguins

Niskanen hasn't played since January 27th and after today's game he will have missed the Penguins last 8 games. He had 1 G and 2 A in the first 5 games this season. He should be close to a return.

Matt Niskanen
#NHLJets optional skate Sunday. Dustin Byfuglien back skating with the team.

This is good news for Byfuglien's fantasy owners because his presnese at practice means that he is nearing a return. The Jets next game isn't until Tuesday which gives Byfuglien a couple of more days to get healthy.

Dustin Byfuglien
Garon will start tonight for the Lightning.

Garon was scheduled to start yesterday vs. Boston but the game was postponed due to bad weather. Since he didn't start yesterday the Lightning are sticking with Garon today vs. the Rangers. Garon isn't fantasy relevant because Anders Lindback will likely start close to 40 games this season.

#Sabres Tyler Myers just told me he's scratched tonight. #Buffalo

Myers was scratched yesterday as well. He has been terrible for the Sabres this season, he has 1 G and a team worst -9 in 11 games this season. The 23 year-old has all the tools to be a great NHL defenceman but just hasn't been able to find his game early this season.

Tyler Myers
Quick will start this afternoon for the Kings.

Quick was outplayed by Pekka Rinne in his last outing. The Predators only managed to throw 14 shots at the net but scored on 3 of them. The Kings had 32 shots but couldn't beat Rinne and lost 3-0. Quick has a fairly tough matchup against a Red Wings team that is good on home-ice.

Jonathan Quick
After missing two games with lower-body injury, NYR's Dan Girardi set to go.

Girardi will be back tonight after missing the last two contests. He is averaging close to 25 minutes a game this season and has 2 assists to go along with a -3 in 8 games. He is a decent fantasy option because of the minutes he plays at even-strength and on the power-play.

Dan Girardi
Vokoun will start tonight for the Penguins.

This is the tail-end of a home-and-home for the Penguins vs. the Devils and Fleury started yesterday so as expected Vokoun will start tonight. Vokoun is 3-1-0 with 2.08 GAA and .927 SV% this season and will look to avenge yesterday's 3-1 loss today vs. Johan Hedberg.

I'm guessing Mason, but Richards is keeping this a secret from opponents.

You likely aren't relying on Bobrovsky or Mason but the last thing you need is another coach determined to confuse fantasy owners up until gametime. Bobrovsky stayed well after practice today to work on some drills which typically indicates that he won't be starting the next day.

Steve Mason

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Who are the top NHL players to watch this season?

There’s never been more talent scattered across the NHL than there is this season. With living legends like Sidney Crosby and Alexander Ovechkin still setting records left-and-right, alongside today’s current superstars such as Connor McDavid and Nathan Mackinnon, the level of talent in the NHL is at an all-time high. Along with these established stars, there’s plenty of budding stars emerging every season such as Connor Bedard, Macklin Celebrini, and Matvei Michkov.

What are the latest updates on NHL player suspensions or disciplinary actions?

Already this season we’ve seen the hammer brought down by the NHL Department of Player Safety. Notable suspensions and fines include Ryan Reaves of the Toronto Maple Leafs who was given a five-game suspension for an illegal check to the head against the Edmonton Oilers, and Los Angeles Kings forward Tanner Jeannot who was dealt a three-game suspension, also for an illegal hit to the head.

In the 2023-24 season, there were a total of 14 suspensions and 17 fines issued throughout the NHL. The longest suspension served was dealt to former-Detroit Red Wing David Perron at six-games after a cross-checking penalty dealt ironically against his current team in the 2024-25 season, the Ottawa Senators. Additionally, Perron was fined $148,437.48 for his actions.

How are NHL player performances impacting fantasy hockey?

NHL player performances make a direct impact on the outcome of any fantasy hockey matchup. Staying up to date with the latest news and performances of your team’s players can be the difference between winning and losing.

Some notable fantasy hockey performers that flew under the radar in most drafts this year include Martin Necas (123 ADP) of the Carolina Hurricanes and Kiefer Sherwood of the Vancouver Canucks. While sleeper picks are always a great get, nothing is worse than a bust taken early on. Some of the most disappointing players of the fantasy hockey season includes Zach Hyman (28 ADP) of the Edmonton Oilers and Jason Robertson of the Dallas Stars (33 ADP).

Whether you’re checking out how your current rostered players are performing or scouting for hidden gems on the waiver wire, the latest player news can help you make your next winning move this season.

Which NHL players are having breakout or comeback seasons?

Every season there are several players who have breakout years, establishing themselves as some of the best up-and-coming stars in the league. In the 2024-25 season early breakout candidates have emerged such as Dylan Strome of the Washington Capitals (on-pace for his first 100-point season) and Ivan Barbashev of the Vegas Golden Knights (on-pace for career-high in points).

Additionally, nothing beats a comeback story, and that can be said about surging veterans such as Anze Koipitar of the Los Angeles Kings, and Matt Duchene of the Dallas Stars.

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How does NHL player news impact betting lines?

Player news has a massive impact on the latest hockey betting lines. From daily game lines and prop bets, to Stanley Cup futures bets, every trade, roster change, and injury can shake up the odds set by oddsmakers.

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