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Gilbert says Barker, specifically, has great gap and a great stick, is very solid defensively.

Sounds like Barker is playing much better closer to home and could rebound following a poor showing in Minnesota. The former 3rd overall pick is only three seasons removed from a 40-point campaign, reminding us he once had fantasy purpose.

Randy Carlyle says Bobby Ryan (groin) was held out of practice today for precautionary reasons, but he will skate tomorrow.

Sounds like Ryan will play it safe and stay off his wounded groin (ouch). The 24-year-old is coming off his third consecutive 30-goal campaign, establishing himself as a bonafide round 1 pick.

Bobby Ryan
LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles Kings have agreed to terms on a two-year contract extension with forward Kevin Westgarth, Kings President/General Manager Dean Lombardi announced today.

The Kings enforcer finished last season with 105 PIM, which is relatively all of his fantasy value. Interesting to see if he gains more PIM with more playing time and an established role.

“It’s going to be a tough competition for me . . . James is a good goalie but I’m not satisfied (just being Reimer’s backup),” Gustavsson, 26, said before the Leafs first preseason game at the Air Canada Centre.

The Monster sounds motivated in out-working his counterpart in net. Should Reimer falter, the Leafs have a decent option with a good pedigree. While Gustavsson may never become Henrik Lundqvist, he could turn out to be Tommy Salo

Jonas Gustavsson
Michael Sauer tells me that he will take part in his first camp scrimmage this afternoon..."gonna give it a twirl!" #NYR

Sauer scored a goal during the scrimmage, so he should be completely healthy. With Marc Staal already sidelined, the Rangers will need to rely on Sauer a lot during the early part of the season.

Mike Sauer
Lundqvist hasn't set personal goals for himself for this season - yet. "You want to have goals so you can push yourself."

Sounds like Lundqvist is primed for a career season. Consider he is already coming off his best season, one which he posted 11 shutouts, his first round price tag is probably fitting.

Henrik Lundqvist
“I think it’s a natural fit,” Boudreau said. “I don’t think it’s a stretch to think that those two might play together.”

As the perfect fourth line center, expect Halpern to fit in nicely with the team that drafted him. He scored 11 goals last season with the Montreal Canadiens -- a total he has established six times in his career.

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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.

How often is NHL player news updated?

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.

What types of information does NHL player news cover?

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.

Are there specific sources for reliable NHL player updates?

All of our sources come from credible and reputable areas. When you’re at Daily Faceoff, you can trust that we are never going to spoon-feed you fake news. You can trust you’re only reading legitimate news that matters.

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.

By staying informed on the latest NHL updates, you can become a better NHL bettor as you’ll have a winning edge thanks to our in-depth news coverage.

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