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Tanguay backlund Iginla
Backlund has only two goals and three points on the season but could get a boost from his new linemates.
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Backlund returns to lineup..Brent Sutter says "Back needs to compete harder." Sutter adds he needs to show more emotion.
Look for Backlund to return to the lineup and center the third line. The Vasteras, Sweden native has disappointed thus far with only two goals and three points over 17 games.
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Listening to Brent re: Backlund sitting, he talks about compete level and intensity. He'd know better than us. #Flames
Backlund will take a seat on the bench tonight. He only has two goals and an assist through 17 games -- production that the Flames did not expect.
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Comeau Backlund Stempniak
Backlund moves down to the third line after playing primarily on the top unit. The sophomore has been a dud so far with no points through seven games.
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This morning on Twitter Mikael Backlund confirmed he will indeed return to the line-up tomorrow night versus the Chicago Blackhawks. Backlund has been out since the start of the season with a broken finger, but is apparently 100% after six weeks of rest and two surgeries on the injured digit.
Backlund is expected to pivot the top line of Alex Tanguay and Jarome Iginla. Look for him to improve on his previous career highs of 10 goals and 25 points.
Panthers top prospect Jonathan Huberdeau sustained a broken foot during Monday’s morning skate in preparation for a Subway Series game pitting Team QMJHL and Russia.
Huberdeau has no fantasy hockey value due to his demotion but it is always good to watch the top prospects in hockey.
C Backlund practising with team for first time.
Backlund had been previously skating on his own. When he returns he very well could be handed the number one center role.
He's not too far off, likely the next week or two is the thought.
Backlund was the team's top center during the preseason but is still awaiting his 2011-2012 debut. He scored 10 goals and 25 points over 73 games last season -- totals he probably would have improved upon over a full season. Look for him to get another look on the top line.
#Flames Mikael Backlund (finger) shooting pucks prior to team's practice.
Backlund was the team's top center during the preseason but is still awaiting his 2011-2012 debut. He scored 10 goals and 25 points over 73 games last season -- totals he probably would have improved upon over a full season.
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Leafs sending Kadri down to Marlies
Kadri loses all of his immediate fantasy hockey value with his return to the AHL. Through three games this season, the highly-touted prospect produced one assist.
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Forward Nazem Kadri has been recalled from the Toronto Marlies of the American Hockey League today and has joined the team in Boston.
Look for Kadri to start the game on the third line, playing with Matthew Lombardi and David Steckel.
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Nazem Kadri has been assigned to the AHL Marlies
With Tyler Bozak firmly entrenched on the top line, the team no longer needs Kadri to step up before he is ready. Look for him to dominate the AHL and come back up when a role opens up.
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Kadri won't play on upcoming road trip. Bet he goes to minors soon.
The re-emergence of Tyler Bozak has made Kadri an afterthought in Toronto. While his short-term fantasy hockey value certainly diminishes he should be a top-6 forward sooner rather than later.
#Flames C Mikael Backlund (finger) skating before practice.
Backlund skating before practice indicates he could return to actual practice shortly. Before getting hurt he was the front-runner to win the number one center gig. Could be a nice sleeper should he get healthy and produce.
Kadri says he could be ready by Saturday.
If healthy, Kadri should take Tyler Bozak's spot on the top line.
Nazem kadri moves into green jersey with extras.
Kadri likely needs a few more days to recovery but could return as soon as this Saturday's game. When he does return, he could reclaim his spot on the top line if Tim Connolly is still injured.
SUNRISE, Fla. – Florida Panthers Executive Vice President & General Manager Dale Tallon announced today that the club has agreed to terms on an entry-level contract with F Jonathan Huberdeau.
Huberdeau is certainly a player to watch as soon as next season. He holds no fantasy hockey value while playing in the QMJHL.
Nazem Kadri back on the ice skating this morning.
Certainly a good sign for Kadri owners. The 20-year-old managed 17 goals and 41 points through 44 games with the Toronto Marlies of the AHL. He could have a great deal of fantasy hockey value if he returns to the top line.
After an impressive start to the preseason on a line with Sven Baertschi and Niklas Hagman, Backlund broke his finger and is now expected to miss up to six weeks. This is not the start he had hoped for. This is not the start the team had hoped for.
Backlund was expected to start the season on the top line but suffered this setback. Last season, he scored 10 goals and 25 points through 73 games for the Flames. Temper your expectations for this coming season as he figures to lose around two months of fantasy hockey value.
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Huberdeau @JonnyHuby11 will go back to play junior
No immediate fantasy hockey value in the QMJHL.