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Fabian Brunnstrom(LW)|INA
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We thought he was going to bring some energy, give us some good depth, but with Ryan Johnson and (Cory) Emmerton, (Fabian) Brunnstrom, (Tomas) Tatar, we've got some guys that can continue to push and give us depth.

If Brunnstrom could succeed anywhere in the NHL, it would be with Detroit. The 26-year-old holds 19 goals and 40 points through 99 career NHL games, which would indicate he has potential similar to a Red Wings forward like Jiri Hudler. If he signs, keep the Swedish import in the very back of your mind.

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Mlive.com 2018-07-18T17:53:18.390Z
Ryan Johnson(C)|INA
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We thought he was going to bring some energy, give us some good depth, but with Ryan Johnson and (Cory) Emmerton, (Fabian) Brunnstrom, (Tomas) Tatar, we've got some guys that can continue to push and give us depth.

Johnson could provide depth as a forward that does not need to play every night. Last season he scored a goal and six points in 34 games on the Blackhawks fourth line. Right now he faces slim odds with higher upside players in that same competition.

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Mlive.com 2018-07-18T17:53:30.694Z
Cory Emmerton(C)|INA
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Emmerton might have made the team anyway, but Mursak's injury probably assures him of a spot.

In his third full AHL season, Emmerton scored 12 goals and 38 points. The former second round pick should make the team out of camp and provide some energy to a bottom line.

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Mlive.com 2018-07-18T17:53:15.986Z
Jan Mursak(LW)|INA
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Injury
DETROIT -- Detroit Red Wings general manager Ken Holland, providing an update today on Jan Mursak, said the speedy, young forward will be out closer to three months after suffering a fractured left ankle in Sunday's preseason game against Chicago.

The native of Yugoslavia was expected to make the team in a checking role or as as spare forward. In 19 games last season, Mursak managed to score on goal for the Red Wings. Don't expect much fantasy value this season.

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Mlive.com 2018-07-18T17:53:19.763Z
Tom Kuhnhackl(RW)|FA
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In an ironic way, they're going to get that opportunity since their most proven goal scorer, 19-year-old Pittsburgh Penguins prospect Tom Kühnhackl, injured a knee over the weekend and is out for a while.

Kühnhackl failed to make the Pens out of camp but could challenge for a spot next season. The 19-year-old scored 29 goals and 68 points in 63 games for the Windsor Spitfires last season. Keep him in mind as a legitimate NHL prospect.

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Buzzing the Net 2011-09-26T19:40:49.000Z
Tom Kuhnhackl
Adam Burish(RW)|
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Injury
Here are a few notes from Monday's practice in Frisco. The Stars have added Jamie Benn and Adam Burish to the list of players they are being cautious with right now. Those two players have sore groins.

Burish was an incredibly valuable player to the Stars last season despite only eight goals and 14 points. They will continue to take it easy on him when the games don't matter. While he plays a bruising style on the ice, his PIM do not translate to fantasy hockey as he only registered 91 and 107 respectively over the past two seasons.

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Andrew's Stars Blog 2011-09-26T18:19:03.000Z
Adam Burish
Jamie Benn(LW)|DAL
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Injury
Here are a few notes from Monday's practice in Frisco. The Stars have added Jamie Benn and Adam Burish to the list of players they are being cautious with right now. Those two players have sore groins.

The Stars will be careful with their prized young forward. Last season, Benn scored 22 goals and 56 points in only his second NHL season. He will be relied on to help anchor the second line this season and should play alongside leading scorer Loui Eriksson.

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Andrew's Stars Blog 2011-09-26T18:16:40.000Z
Jamie Benn
Travis Morin(C)|
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Waiver Move
FRISCO -- Seven Dallas Stars placed on waivers Saturday have all cleared. The seven players are Maxime Fortunus, Eric Godard, Brad Lukowich, Travis Morin, Raymond Sawada, Dan Spang and Francis Wathier.

No immediate fantasy hockey value in the AHL, or in limbo.

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Andrew's Stars Blog 2011-09-26T18:12:26.000Z
Travis Morin

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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.

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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).

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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).

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