Gomez is certainly on the decline, but remains only one year removed from a 40+ assist season. He certainly won't be on my draft board in mixed leagues but should have some value in much deeper pools and points-leagues that overvalue helpers.
In his first AHL season, Sweatt scored 19 goals and 47 points. Known for his speed and two-way play, the Illinois native should earn a spot on the bottom two lines this season or next.
The Blue Jackets's top prospect was held out of yesterday's rookie tournament game as a healthy scratch. While the team remains serious about Johansen's development, they clearly are more interested in what he does in training camp; latest news listed him as the third line center.
With 80 career NHL games, the 28-year-old forward likely holds no fantasy value. However, in limited playing time he was able to pot 15 total goals, which could hold some value if he ever played on a scoring line.
Howden left Tuesday's game after a big hit in the second period. The first-year pro was expected to start the season in the AHL but could see a call-up due to injuries or if he wows the coaching staff. The team is likely holding him out for precautionary measures as to not hinder his development with missed time.
Taormina scored three goals to go along with five points in 17 games before missing the rest of the season to the aforementioned ankle injury. With Adam Larsson and Bryce Salvador expected to make the team, he could start the season in the pressbox or AHL. Regardless, the offensive-minded defenseman fit into the team's system and should be a player to watch for in the future.
Due to his awful first half, Brodeur's ADP is currently 65, putting him the 6th or 7th round. If you still need a starting goalie that late in the draft, he should play much better than most other available options, despite his age and clear-cut decline.
Tedenby was benched towards the latter portion of last season for being "out of shape." Currently ranked the number 4 prospect in the system, the shifty winger should be able to pick up some extra offensive-zone minutes following the injury to Travis Zajac.
Not exactly words you want to hear from a budding defensive star. Sounds like Bogosian lost a bit of confidence over his first three seasons and could be hurt even further by moving to a hockey market with actual pressure. Monitor this situation closely as Bogosian has high-end potential which could be filled in the right situation.
The former first round pick is currently rated the third-best prospect in the Flames' system according to Hockey's Future. He sounds motivated to bring the Abbotsford Heat to the AHL playoffs and should see more NHL playing time later in the year.
In much deeper leagues it seems like a safe bet to draft Langkow. He stands to be one of the lone beneficiaries of the infamous Kyle Turris holdout.
Crawford enters training camp with the number one tag but will be challenged by Ray Emery and Alexander Salak. His numbers last season -- 33-18-6, 2.30 GAA, .917 SV%, 4 shutouts -- more than proved the 26-year-old capable of starting in the NHL. With the Blackhawks projected to improve on last season, this year should be a big one for the talented sophomore.
Palmieri dominated the AHL last season to the tune of 29 goals and 51 points in 62 games. If he earns a scoring role, he could potentially make an impact in mixed leagues.
Kronwall scored 11 goals and 37 points in 77 games last season. There is no reason to believe, if healthy, he can't repeat those numbers.
White will start the season on the right side of Hall-of-Famer Nicklas Lidstrom. He could be a really nice sleeper pick if the Wings give him Brian Rafalski's playing time and he succeeds.
No direct fantasy hockey advice, just an excellent tidbit to remember down the road.
The diminutive center certainly will make a case to make the NHL this season. The Hobey Baker winner should earn a spot on the bottom two lines by next season.
Markstrom is the Panthers' future in net, forcing the trades of Alexander Salak and Mark Cheverie from the organization. He should be the starting goalie for the team's AHL affiliate in San Antonio, receiving a calliup should one of the big club's veterans go down with an injury.
Khabibulin will enter the season as the incumbent starter but should concede more starts to his younger counterpart, Devan Dubnyk, should he continue to falter.
In his North American debut, Orlov posted two goals and nine points in 19 games for the Hershey Bears. Ranked the Caps' third prospect by Hockey's Future, the 6 foot 197 lb defender should earn a spot in the lineup by next season if he continues to develop.
