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Jonas Hiller(G)|
Injury
Injury
Ducks goaltender Jonas Hiller is expected to make his first appearance in a game since March 24 as he’ll be in the lineup for Saturday night’s exhibition game against the Vancouver Canucks at Rogers Arena.

All eyes will be on Hiller as he is expected to play a vast majority of the Ducks' games if healthy. Last season the Swiss 'tender posted a 2.56 GAA and .924 SV% through 49 games played. Monitor this situation closely before drafting.

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OC Register Ducks Bl 2011-09-24T19:53:26.000Z
Jonas Hiller
Matt Smaby(D)|INA
Line Change
Line Change
But with Toni Lydman and Kurtis Foster expected to miss the first few games of the season, Smaby recognizes that this could be his opportunity to land a job with the big club when it breaks camp.

Smaby figures to slot onto the bottom pairing. Last season he was held pointless in 32 games for the Tampa Bay Lightning. Considering he has scored no goals through 122 NHL games, he is not relevant in fantasy hockey.

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OC Register Ducks Bl 2018-07-18T17:53:26.283Z
Ales Kotalik(RW)|INA
Waiver Move
Waiver Move
The Sabres have reportedly placed two high-dollar veterans on waivers, with forward Ales Kotalik and defenseman Shaone Morrisonn going on the wire, according to TSN's Bob McKenzie.

Kotalik should clear waivers, as he did last season. The right wing scored four goals and six points in 26 games with the Calgary Flames last season. Despite scoring 20 goals three times in his career, the 32-year-old has struggled to stick with any NHL team.

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Sabres Edge 2018-07-18T17:53:10.316Z
Troy Brouwer(RW)|FA
Line Change
Line Change
Troy Brouwer is expected to make his Caps debut Monday against Columbus at Verizon Center, Coach Bruce Boudreau said.

Brouwer playing on Monday assures he starts the regular season on time. He scored 17 goals and 36 points last season with the Chicago Blackhawks. The 26-year-old should have no problem replicating those totals playing with Alex Ovechkin or Alexander Semin.

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Capitals Insider 2011-09-24T17:40:22.000Z
Troy Brouwer
Marcus Johansson(LW)|FA
Injury
Injury
*Marcus Johansson did not practice today, 12 hours after the second-year center left the game in Chicago with an illness. Boudreau said Johansson caught a cold and was feeling dizzy on the ice “without getting hit.” So they’re resting him.

Just a precautionary measure as Johansson likely has an illness opposed to a concussion. Johansson scored 13 goals and 27 points in his first 69 NHL games. He should be centering the top line and Alex Ovechkin once healed.

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Capitals Insider 2011-09-24T17:36:51.000Z
Marcus Johansson

NHL Player News: Your Ultimate Source for Hockey Player News

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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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Our player news is updated regularly throughout the season, bringing you fresh player updates every day throughout the calendar year. Providing our users with a one-stop destination for everything you need to know from across the NHL, our player news is the go-to spot for all the biggest stories in the hockey universe.

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Our NHL news covers every aspect of the hockey season. From injuries to trades to rumours and even suspensions, we’ve got you covered through it all with credible and fast-updates all-season long.

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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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