Foster should return to the team at some point in October. The offensive defenseman posted eight goals in each of his last two seasons. He could find similar success in Anaheim if given any significant PP time.
Tough news as Santorelli was expected to center one of the top two lines. The former 6th round pick scored 20 goals and 41 points last season with the Panthers. He should come near those totals this season if he remains a vital part of the team's offense.
With Regin out, expect Mika Zibanejad to get a longer look. Last season, Regin scored three goals and 17 points in a season where he battled through injuries and a sophomore slump. If healthy, he could pot 15 goals and approach 40 points.
Sounds more precautionary than anything. Last season, the collegiate standout was held scoreless through four games with the Sens last season. He is expected to play on the third line.
Stuart likely will be held out as to prevent any further injury. Last season he scored three goals and 20 points while playing primarily next to Nicklas Lidstrom. He figures to play alongside Niklas Kronwall to begin the season. Should he not be healthy for the season opener, look for younster Brendan Smith to take his spot.
Cleary plays a vital role on the team and was expected to flank Pavel Datsyuk as a two-way winger. Last season, he potted a career-high 26 goals and 46 points. Expect a prospect like Tomas Tatar to fill-in if Cleary can't play in the season opener.
Great news as Malhotra continues his inspiring comeback. Last season, the checking-line pivot scored 11 goals and 30 points through 72 games for the Canucks. The jury is still out on whether he can regain his offensive capabilities.
Sounds like Zubrus continues to progress but still has not skated with his linemates. With Travis Zajac already out the Devils will continue using caution with their veteran forward. The former 15th overall pick scored 13 goals and 30 points last year for the lowly Devils. Right now Petr Sykora has taken his spot on the top two lines which would indicate his place is safe upon returning.
Sounds like he will be OK to start the season. Volchenkov will be protected from the rigors of the preseason after only playing 57 games last season. The A-Train is an incredibly injury prone player due to the amount of shots he block, unless your league uses that stat keep him off your team.
While Eager sounds optimistic he will return by next week, he probably spends a bit of time on the sideline as he fully recovers. If healthy, Eager should have another Eager-like season, agitating and fighting by trade. The 27-year-old produced 120 PIM or more over the last three seasons.
Sounds like Fisher will be right behind the beginning of the season. Last season, the team's number one center scored 19 goals and 36 points. He should at least match those totals with a full season under coach Barry Trotz.
Bouillon has still not taken practice with any of his teammates but it is certainly a step in the right direction. Last season, he scored a goal and 10 points with the Preds before succumbing to the C word. Don't expect too much from the 5'8" defender.
With Rome out, the Canucks will once again need to test their depth on the blue line. Last season, Rome scored a goal and five points through 56 games with the President's Trophy winners. Look for a combination of Keith Ballard, Chris Tanev and Andrew Alberts to fill the gap.
Pinizotto's injury will clear a role for Aaron Volpatti or Mike Duco. The center scored 17 goals and 42 points last season with the Hershey Bears while adding 178 PIM. His role would likely be more defensive with his fantasy hockey value centered around his penalty totals.
Baumgartner likely does not make the team, which makes his fantasy hockey value minimal.
Nodl was recently lauded for his poor play, leading to speculation he wouldn't even make the team. The Vienna, Austria scored 11 goals and 22 points last season as a rookie. At this point, those numbers look close to his ceiling as he won't get any top-line playing time.
van Riemsdyk remains one of the team's long term investments which means they will play it safe with their budding power forward. Last season, the 22-year-old scored 21 goals and 40 points but showed his true strength in the playoffs. Expect a breakout performance from this top liner.
The term day-to-day implies Schenn is not out for a long time. Last season he only posted two assists in his eight-game stint with the LA Kings but is expected to make the team and produce more with the Flyers. Expect him to center the third line.
Sounds like the rugged winger is OK and should be back on the ice shortly. Hartnell scored 25 goals and 49 points last season for the Flyers, accruing 142 PIM in the process. Expect similar production across the board playing alongside Daniel Briere.
With Lydman out, the team probably would have used Cam Fowler or Francois Beauchemin in his place. The Finnish defender scored three goals and 25 points last season while sporting a plus-32 rating. He could rack up the plus/minus again if he proves healthy and stays with the Corey Perry- Bobby Ryan - Ryan Getzlaf troika.
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