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Alexandre Bolduc(C)|
Waiver Move
Waiver Move
According to TSN, the Coyotes placed defenseman Garrett Stafford, forward Alexandre Bolduc, and forward Mathieu Beaudoin on waivers. As reported Thursday, the three were assigned to the Portland Pirates Training camp.

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AZ Vibe 2011-09-24T16:29:04.000Z
Alexandre Bolduc
Michael Testwuide()|
Call up / Send down
Call up / Send down
Also cut was fellow goalie Jason Bacashihua; forwards Jon Kalinski, Stefan Legein and defenseman Dan Jancevski. By Saturday afternoon The Flyers also sent defenseman Kevin Marshall and forward Mike Testwuide to the Phantoms.

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CSN Philly 2011-09-24T16:26:03.000Z
Michael Testwuide
Michael Nylander(C)|INA
Injury
Injury
Nylander is in camp on a tryout. Every day he is not on the ice only compounds his difficulty making this roster.

Nylander likely does not earn a contract due to his injury. He last played in the NHL for the 2008-2009 season when he scored nine goals and 33 points over 72 games.

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CSN Philly 2018-07-18T17:53:26.546Z
Brian Boyle(C)|FA
Line Change
Line Change
Although its only one night, and a pre-season game at that, I just don’t get the feeling that using Boyle on the left wing of the top line would work out to the team’s advantage.

Coach Tortorella prefers to use Boyle as the team's third line center. Last season, the hulking center scored 21 goals and 35 points in his breakout campaign. His production could be a fantasy mirage but he was quite relevant last season.

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Hockey's Future NY R 2011-09-24T16:14:09.000Z
Brian Boyle
Wojtek Wolski(LW)|INA
Line Change
Line Change
It was the first time we got to see the Wojtek Wolski, Richards, Gaborik line in action, and it did not disapppoint.

Wolski passed the eye test in his first game on the top line. Despite scoring only 12 goals last season, the former 21st overall pick is only one season removed from a 23-goal, 65-point campaign. At this point he seems like the frontrunner.

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Hockey's Future NY R 2018-07-18T17:53:35.631Z
Chad Kolarik(C)|INA
Waiver Move
Waiver Move
So does forward Chad Kolarik, who played four games for the Rangers last season and also played two previous NHL games with the Blue Jackets.

The 25-year-old scored 21 goals and 41 points between the Springfield Falcons and Connecticut Whale of the AHL last season. He could be one of the first callups for the team but likely will hold no fantasy value.

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Ranger Rants 2018-07-18T17:53:14.829Z
Pavel Valentenko(D)|FA
Waiver Move
Waiver Move
Valentenko needs to clear waivers in order to be assigned to the Whale.

Considering he failed to impress in training camp, the Rangers likely get the Russian defender through waivers. Valentenko scored five goals and 17 poiints through 79 games with the Connecticut Whale last season. He should be called up at some point this season.

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Ranger Rants 2011-09-24T16:03:42.000Z
Pavel Valentenko

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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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