Draisaitl's Dominance, McDavid's Magic: Last Week in Fantasy

McDavid was an unstoppable force, piling up 10 points in 3 games. A staggering 7 of those came on the power play, where he was simply dominant. While his plus-minus took a hit, his offensive explosion was more than enough to make him the week's top fantasy performer.

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Draisaitl was a goal-scoring machine, finding the back of the net 6 times in 3 games. He added 3 assists for a 9-point week, with 6 points coming on the man advantage. It was a massive performance that far outpaced his already-elite season averages, especially in the goal department.

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Farabee had a fantastic week, posting 4 points in just 2 games while skating on Calgary's top line and first power-play unit. His 3 power-play points were a huge boost, showing he can capitalize on premium deployment. He's a player to watch, rostered in only 14.5% of ESPN leagues.

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Raymond continues his breakout, notching 5 points in 3 games last week. His production was buoyed by a strong power-play performance, where he collected 3 points. The young winger is proving to be a reliable point producer and a key part of Detroit's top-six and first power-play unit.

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Zegras was in playmaker mode, dishing out 5 assists to go with a goal for a 6-point week. His production was heavily tilted towards the power play, where he racked up 4 points. It was a significant step up from his season pace, rewarding managers who stayed patient.

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Rantanen was on fire, potting 4 goals as part of a 6-point week. He was a force at even strength, contributing a +4 rating and firing 9 shots on goal. The elite winger showed why he's a top-tier fantasy asset, significantly boosting his goal-scoring pace.

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The rookie continues to impress. Blake put up 5 points in 3 games, but his most eye-popping stat was a stellar +7 rating. Skating on the second line and top power play, he's quickly becoming a must-roster player, delivering across multiple categories for Carolina.

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Sherwood was a multi-category monster, delivering 4 points and a whopping 22 hits in 4 games. He's providing solid secondary scoring and elite physical play, making him a valuable asset in banger leagues. His shot volume also saw a nice uptick last week.

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Marchenko had a productive week for Toronto, registering 5 points in 4 games. He did most of his damage on the power play, where he collected 4 points from his spot on the top unit. He also chipped in with 8 hits, adding some welcome grit to his stat line.

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Kaprizov delivered a strong, well-rounded week with 6 points and a robust +5 rating in 4 games. While his power-play production was a bit lower than usual, he more than made up for it with his even-strength dominance. He remains a fantasy cornerstone for the Wild.

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Mangiapane is back in the Blackhawks' lineup after a stint on IR. He was briefly a healthy scratch upon being cleared but returned to play one game, chipping in an assist. He appears to be starting out in a fourth-line role.

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Perron was activated and available for the Red Wings but was a healthy scratch for his potential debut. Managers who stashed him will need to wait a little longer to see him in action, but his return appears imminent.

After missing time for personal reasons, Tolvanen returned to the Rangers' lineup for all three of their games last week. He skated on the third line and second power-play unit but was held pointless, a significant drop from his prior production.

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The physical forward returned from a lower-body injury to play one game for the Canadiens. In his return, he made his presence felt with 6 hits in a fourth-line role, showing he can still provide banger stats despite limited ice time.

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Gibson is back between the pipes for Detroit after leaving a game with an upper-body injury. He made 2 starts last week, a positive sign that the issue was minor. Managers can feel comfortable deploying him again.

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Caulfield returned to the Ducks' lineup after a brief personal absence. He made an immediate impact, scoring a goal in his 2 games back while skating on the top line. His return to a premium spot is a great sign.

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Sourdif was back in action for the Capitals after a bout with illness. He played one game, picking up an assist from a third-line role. He's also seeing time on the penalty kill, which could boost his ice time.

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The rookie returned from an upper-body injury and didn't miss a beat, posting 2 points in 3 games. Importantly, 2 of those points came on the power play, as he reclaimed his spot on the top unit for the Wild.

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Dubois shook off an illness to return for one game last week. He was immediately slotted back into his second-line center role and saw time on the second power-play unit. His return solidifies Washington's top six.

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The rugged defenseman is back on the Flyers' blue line after an upper-body injury. He played one game, logging time on the third pairing and penalty kill. He immediately chipped in with 3 hits, resuming his role as a banger specialist.

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In a significant trade, Connor Hellebuyck was dealt from Winnipeg to New Jersey. This move has massive fantasy implications for both teams' goaltending situations. Hellebuyck is currently listed as 'Out' as he gets settled with his new club.

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Malkin missed Pittsburgh's game on Saturday due to an illness but was back at practice Sunday. He had 2 points in 2 games before sitting out. His absence appears to be short-term, but managers should monitor his status.

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This is a tough blow for McCann's fantasy managers. He has been placed on Injured Reserve with a lower-body injury and is expected to be out for 10 weeks. He's a clear drop in all but the deepest of leagues with no IR spots.

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The young defenseman is considered day-to-day with a lower-body injury and has been placed on IR. He had an assist and 4 blocks in 2 games last week before the injury, showing promise on the Anaheim blue line.

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Steel missed Dallas's last game with an undisclosed injury and is considered day-to-day. Before the injury, he was held pointless in 2 games. His absence opens up a spot in the Stars' bottom six for the time being.

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Hedman is day-to-day with a lower-body injury after leaving a game on Friday. The Lightning defenseman had a goal in 2 games last week. His absence, however brief, is a major loss for Tampa Bay and fantasy managers.

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We highlighted Tkachuk as 'Heating Up,' but he cooled considerably. After a massive prior week, he managed just 2 points in 3 games, and his plus-minus tanked to -4. The volume was there, but the elite production wasn't.

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Listed as 'Heating Up,' Edstrom went ice cold, failing to register a point in 3 games. His peripheral stats also took a nosedive from the week prior. The hot streak came to an abrupt end, making this a clear miss.

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We noted Boeser's rising ice time, but that trend reversed last week. He still managed 2 points in 3 games, but his shot volume plummeted and his plus-minus was a rough -4. The underlying metrics that prompted the call disappeared.

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Another 'Ice Time Riser' whose TOI went back down, Seeler's fantasy impact faded. He managed an assist but his shot and hit totals dropped off significantly from the week before. The increased role we flagged did not stick.

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We pegged Rakell as 'Cooling Off,' but he proved us wrong by heating up instead. He potted 2 goals and 3 points in 3 games, posting a positive plus-minus. It was a solid bounce-back week for the veteran winger.

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Slated as 'Cooling Off,' Malkin defied expectations with 2 points in 2 games before getting sick. He was productive when he played, flipping the script on his recent cold spell. We missed the mark on this veteran pivot.

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We thought Raddysh was 'Cooling Off,' but he held steady with 2 assists and 2 power-play points in 4 games. While not an offensive explosion, he certainly didn't cool off, proving he can maintain a decent floor on Toronto's power play.

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We warned that Kaprizov's shooting luck might run out, and while his goal total was solid (3), his production wasn't driven by an unsustainable shooting percentage. He had a great week with 6 points and a +5 rating. The regression didn't hit.

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Greer was the quintessential banger last week, leading the way with a whopping 22 penalty minutes in 4 games. He supplemented that with 10 hits and, impressively, 3 points. It was a dominant performance in leagues that value physicality.

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MacEwen delivered a classic banger performance, piling up 19 penalty minutes and 9 hits in 4 contests. He also chipped in with 3 points, making him a valuable asset for managers looking for grit with a side of scoring.

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Imama brought the pain, collecting 17 penalty minutes, 7 hits, and 2 blocks in his 3 games. While he didn't find the scoresheet, his contributions in the physical categories were significant for fantasy managers in banger formats.

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The rookie defenseman made his presence felt physically. In 3 games, McDonald racked up 10 penalty minutes, 12 hits, and 4 blocks. He's a name to watch in deep banger leagues if he can stick in the lineup.

Samuelsson was a PIM machine, exploding for 19 minutes in just 2 games. He added 4 blocks but surprisingly no hits. The penalty totals alone were enough to win the category for his managers in a head-to-head matchup.

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Trenin was a hitting machine, dishing out 21 hits in 4 games. He also added 4 blocks, providing a solid floor in two key banger categories. While the points weren't there, his physical dominance was on full display.

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Teravainen saw the biggest jump in power-play usage, gaining over 5 minutes of PPTOI per game. Now on Chicago's top unit, he's in a prime spot to produce, even if it didn't translate to points this past week.

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The rookie is getting a huge opportunity on the Blackhawks' top power-play unit, seeing his PP ice time jump by nearly three and a half minutes. His shot volume increased, and he's now skating with the team's best offensive weapons.

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Kane is back in his familiar spot on a top power-play unit, and his ice time with the man advantage surged by over 3 minutes. This promotion significantly raises his fantasy ceiling as he settles in with his new Chicago teammates.

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Bertuzzi is another beneficiary of Chicago's power-play shuffle, seeing his time jump by over 3 minutes per game. His promotion to the top unit puts him in a great position to rack up points alongside other skilled forwards.

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Werenski is now quarterbacking Columbus's top power-play unit, resulting in a 3-minute increase in PP ice time per game. This led to a massive spike in shot volume, with 12 SOG in 2 games. The points should follow.

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Fantilli has seized a role on the Blue Jackets' top power-play unit, earning over 3 minutes more in PPTOI. He immediately capitalized, picking up a power-play point. This deployment boost makes the talented rookie even more appealing in all formats.

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Warren has been elevated to Anaheim's top defensive pairing. While it didn't translate to points last week and his shot volume dipped, the increased responsibility and ice time could lead to more peripheral stats and opportunities down the road.

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Making his season debut, Zucker jumped straight into a top-six role on Buffalo's second line. He immediately found the scoresheet with a power-play goal, showing he can be productive with this improved deployment. He's one to watch.

Norris has been promoted from the fourth line to the second line for the Sabres. The move didn't yield immediate results last week, as he went pointless with low shot volume, but the new role is a significant upgrade.

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Walker is now skating on Carolina's top defensive pair. The promotion came with a big boost in shot volume (10 SOG in 3 games) and he even chipped in a goal. This is a great sign for his fantasy value.

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Miller has also been bumped up to the Hurricanes' top defensive pairing. He responded with an assist in 3 games, but his shot volume took a hit. The increased ice time with better partners should be a net positive long-term.

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Nichushkin moved up to the Blue Jackets' second line and immediately produced, putting up 2 assists in 2 games. This is a much better deployment for the skilled winger and should lead to more consistent fantasy contributions.

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Greenway has climbed from the fourth line to a spot on Chicago's second line. While he was held pointless last week, the promotion puts him in a much better offensive environment and also includes penalty kill duties, boosting his ice time.

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Schwartz has been promoted to Colorado's second line and is also seeing time on the top power-play unit. He picked up an assist in 4 games last week. This premium deployment makes him a much more intriguing fantasy option.

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The crowd is right to jump on Farabee. After a 4-point week, he's still only rostered in 14.5% of ESPN leagues. Skating on the top line and top power play, he has a clear path to continued production. This is a smart add.

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Fowler has been stellar, and his roster percentage is climbing. With 2 wins, a 1.00 GAA, and a .964 SV% last week, he looks like a legitimate fantasy starter. The crowd is right; he's a must-add if you need help in goal.

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Gritsyuk is on fire with 3 goals and 4 points last week, and managers are taking notice. Playing on New Jersey's top line, his production looks sustainable. The bandwagon is on the right track here; he's a great pickup.

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Roslovic had a huge 6-point week, prompting a wave of adds. Skating in Toronto's top six, he's in a great spot to produce. While this pace is unsustainable, he's a solid add while he's hot. The crowd is making a good move.

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D'Astous is getting noticed after a 4-point week that included 3 power-play points. Quarterbacking Tampa's top PP unit gives him immense upside, especially with Hedman currently sidelined. This is a savvy add by the crowd.

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Managers are losing patience with Garand after a rough week where he posted a 4.04 GAA and .864 SV%. With Igor Shesterkin as the clear number one, Garand's leash is short. Dropping him for a hotter hand is a justifiable move.

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Knies went pointless in 2 games, and managers are starting to look elsewhere. Despite skating on the top line and PP1, the production hasn't been there recently. Dropping him is a bit premature, but understandable if you need immediate points.

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Jones has been an assist machine, racking up 11 helpers in his last 7 games. A remarkable 7 of those came on the power play. His point production has exploded compared to his usual pace, making him one of the hottest defensemen in fantasy.

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Tkachuk has been on an absolute tear, with 7 goals and 12 points in his last 7 games. He's also provided his usual elite hits total with 27. His production, especially his 7 power-play points, has been simply dominant.

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Yamamoto is finding his groove in Utah, putting up 5 points in his last 6 games. He's contributing across the board with points, shots, hits, and blocks, making him a solid second-line option who is still widely available.

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Quinn has been on fire, racking up 9 points in his last 6 games while skating on Buffalo's top line. His assist and plus-minus numbers have seen a big jump, and he's capitalizing on his top power-play deployment.

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The veteran center is red-hot, with 5 goals and 9 points over his last 6 contests. His goal-scoring and plus-minus have seen a significant surge, and he's been a force on Nashville's top line and first power-play unit.

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Tkachuk has been an elite playmaker, dishing out 11 assists in his last 7 games. His 9 power-play points during that span are a massive boost. While his goal-scoring is down, his overall point production has been fantastic.

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Hinds saw his ice time jump by nearly 4 minutes per game last week. While he didn't record a point, his shot volume increased, and the added responsibility on the second pairing is a trend worth monitoring for the young defenseman.

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Stecher's role has exploded, with his TOI increasing by over 3 minutes per game as he moved to Toronto's top pairing. He responded with 2 points and a big jump in shot volume, making him an intriguing short-term pickup.

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Montour not only moved up to Seattle's top defense pair but also saw his ice time spike by over 3 minutes. He made the most of it, posting 4 points in 3 games. He's looking like a top fantasy defenseman again.

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Peeke logged over 3 extra minutes of ice time per game last week for Utah. The increased usage on the second pairing helped him chip in a point and continue to provide solid defensive stats. He's a reliable depth option.

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The rookie defenseman was promoted to Washington's top pair and saw his TOI jump by almost 3 minutes. He contributed a power-play point, showing he can produce with the increased responsibility. His fantasy stock is on the rise.

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Sergachev shouldered a heavier load for Utah, skating nearly 3 extra minutes per game. He was fantastic, putting up 4 points, including 2 on the power play. He is thriving with the increased responsibility on the top pairing.

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Wilson has gone completely cold, failing to record a point in his last 5 games and posting a -4 rating. For a player known for his offense and grit, the lack of production is concerning, even if the hits are still there.

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After a torrid start, Gauthier has cooled off, with no goals and just 2 assists in his last 5 games. His plus-minus has been poor, and his power-play production has dried up. This might be a buy-low window for the rookie.

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Hyman has hit a dry spell, managing just a single goal in his last 4 games. Skating on Edmonton's second line, he's not getting the same prime deployment as his superstar teammates, and his production has suffered as a result.

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The Great 8 is in a significant slump, with no goals in his last 5 games and very low shot volume. Now skating on the fourth line, his deployment is a major concern. It's a worrying trend for the legendary goal scorer.

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Zibanejad's production has dipped, with just 4 points in his last 6 games and a -3 rating. Most concerning is his lack of power-play points, an area where he usually excels. He's a prime candidate for a bounce-back.

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Crosby's production has been steady but unspectacular, with 5 points in his last 6 games. However, his shot volume has cratered, and his plus-minus is in the negative. He's still producing, but not at his usual elite level.

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Gritsyuk is scoring on a sky-high 24% of his shots. While he's playing great, that number is nearly three times his rate from last season. Expect his goal-scoring pace to slow down, making him a potential sell-high candidate.

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Lafrenière has been incredible, but his 30% shooting percentage is simply unsustainable, more than double his rate from last season. He's a great player, but he won't keep scoring on nearly a third of his shots. Regression is coming.

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Even the best player in the world is getting some puck luck. McDavid's 28.6% shooting percentage is well above his career norms. While he'll continue to produce at an elite level, his goal-scoring rate is likely to regress slightly.

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Podkolzin is lighting the lamp at an incredible 26.9% clip, double his rate from last season. He's been a fantastic story, but fantasy managers should be aware that this torrid goal-scoring pace is unlikely to continue all season.

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Johnston is firing plenty of shots but is converting on just 7.7% of them, a far cry from his 21.8% mark last season. The goals are coming for the talented center; he's a prime buy-low target before the pucks start going in.

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Larkin is snake-bitten, scoring on only 3.6% of his 28 shots over the last 4 weeks. That's a fraction of his 14.8% rate from last season. He's generating chances and is due for a major correction. Buy low now.

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Slafkovský is shooting the puck a ton (30 SOG) but has only 2 goals to show for it, a 6.7% conversion rate. This is well below his 16.7% mark from last season. He's a great candidate for positive regression.

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Forsberg is due for a goal-scoring binge. He has just 2 goals on 28 shots recently, a 7.1% shooting percentage that is less than half his rate from last season. The goals will come for Nashville's top sniper.

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The rookie is doing it all. In his last 6 games, he has 5 points, an incredible +8 rating, and 27 hits. He’s providing offense and elite banger stats from Detroit's top line. He won't be this lightly rostered for long.

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Neighbours is providing excellent multi-category value from St. Louis's third line. Over his last 6 games, he has 5 points (3 on the PP), 22 hits, and 5 blocks. He's a perfect addition for managers in banger leagues.

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Gritsyuk has been on an absolute heater, with 6 goals and 8 points in his last 7 games. Skating on New Jersey's top line, the rookie is getting a prime opportunity and capitalizing. He's a must-add in all formats.

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Yamamoto is thriving in a top-six role in Utah, with 5 points in his last 6 games. He's contributing across the board, with solid shot volume and peripheral stats. He is a great streaming option who could become a season-long hold.

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D'Astous is making the most of his opportunity on Tampa's top power play. He has 5 points, 9 hits, and 11 blocks over his last 5 games. His production on the man advantage makes him a very appealing fantasy asset.

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Finnie is quietly putting together a strong stretch for the Red Wings, with 6 points in his last 6 games and a +4 rating. He's also chipping in with blocks, providing some well-rounded production from the second line.

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DiPietro has been lights out in his 3 starts, posting a 1.69 GAA and .941 SV%. He'll likely get one start next week for a strong Boston team. With matchups against Chicago, St. Louis, and Carolina, he's a great stream for ratios.

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Fowler is playing like a number one, with 5 wins and a 1.79 GAA on the season. He's expected to get around 2 starts next week and has been fantastic. He's a must-add if available, not just a streamer.

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Silovs has a firm grip on the Penguins' crease, starting 8 of the last 12 games. He has a two-game week against Utah and Montreal, two very favorable matchups. He's a strong streaming option with a good chance at two starts.

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Stolarz has been excellent for the Leafs, with 4 wins and a .907 SV% in 5 starts. Toronto has 3 games next week, 2 on off-nights, making it likely Stolarz gets a start against a beatable opponent like Seattle or Vancouver.

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Lindgren is a solid streaming option for Washington's back-to-back next weekend. He'll likely get one start against either Nashville or Minnesota. With 3 games, 2 on off-nights, he's a decent bet for a spot start behind a structured team.

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Grubauer has been solid recently, posting a .907 SV% over his last 6 starts. Seattle has a light two-game week, but both are on off-nights. He'll likely get one of the starts and is a decent option if you're in a pinch.

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Farabee is on fire with 6 points in his last 5 games, including 4 on the power play. He's on Calgary's top line and PP1 and has a 4-game week. He is the top streaming option and should be added everywhere.

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Coronato is another Flame with a 4-game week who is heating up. He has 5 points in his last 5 games, with 4 coming on the power play. His shot volume is excellent, making him a high-upside streamer.

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Frost has 5 points in his last 5 games and quarterbacks a Calgary power-play unit. With 4 games on the schedule, he's a great source of assists and power-play points, and is available in over 90% of ESPN leagues.

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For those in banger leagues, Klapka is an excellent 4-game streamer. He has 3 points and 14 hits in his last 5 games. He provides a solid floor of physical stats with some scoring upside from Calgary's third line.

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The veteran is still getting it done. Giroux has 5 points in his last 7 games and is skating on Ottawa's top line. With a 4-game week on tap, he's a reliable source of points who is surprisingly available.

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Zetterlund also skates on Ottawa's top line and has a 4-game week. He's a high-volume shooter, with 19 SOG in his last 7 games. That shot floor, combined with his deployment, makes him a very safe streaming option.

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