Last Week in Fantasy: Thompson's Explosion, Anaheim's Youth Movement

Thompson was an absolute monster last week, posting a league-best 8 points in 3 games. His 5 goals and 18 shots were elite, and he looked every bit the superstar fantasy managers drafted him to be. This was a massive step up from his already strong seasonal pace.

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Jones had a phenomenal week from the blue line, racking up 6 points in just 2 games. His 5 assists and 4 power-play points were a huge boon for his managers. The production was a significant spike compared to his season averages, especially in the assist and PPP categories.

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The rookie sniper was on fire, potting 5 goals in 3 games, including a hat trick. All 5 of his goals came on the power play, where he's quickly become a lethal weapon. Gauthier is looking like a must-roster player, blowing his early-season production out of the water.

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Carlsson had a breakout week, dishing out 7 assists in 3 games to go along with a goal. His 6 power-play points were a huge factor in his success. The rookie pivot is thriving with Anaheim's potent power play, showcasing the playmaking skills that made him a top draft pick.

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Playing on Buffalo's top line, Benson exploded for 6 points in 3 games. His plus-5 rating and 12 shots on goal were also excellent. The rookie is taking full advantage of his prime deployment, and his rostered percentage (22.0% on ESPN) is sure to skyrocket if this continues.

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Lundell found his scoring touch, burying 3 goals in 2 games, including a hat trick. He did it on an impressive 12 shots on goal. While he's still in a third-line role, this kind of finishing ability makes him an intriguing player to watch in deeper formats.

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Tkachuk delivered a strong fantasy week with 3 points and 5 hits in 2 games. His 2 power-play points show he's still a key contributor with the man advantage. The production was a nice uptick from his season pace, particularly in the assist and PPP departments.

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Arvidsson was on a tear, scoring 4 goals in 3 games, one of which was a hat trick. His 6 points and 12 shots were a massive boost for fantasy managers. This was a huge offensive outburst for the veteran winger, who is thriving on Detroit's top line.

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Forsberg had a productive week with 6 points in 3 games, including 3 goals and 3 power-play points. Despite skating on the fourth line at even strength, he remains a focal point of Nashville's top power-play unit, which is where he's doing most of his damage.

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Dahlin was a premier playmaker from the back end, piling up 4 assists and 3 power-play points in 3 games. His plus-4 rating was also a major plus. It was another elite week for the Sabres' top defenseman, who continues to produce at a high level across multiple categories.

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Vlasic returned to the lineup for Chicago after being a game-time decision due to illness. He played 3 games, blocking 7 shots and firing 10 of his own while skating on the top defensive pair.

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Nikishin was activated by Carolina but remained a healthy scratch. He has yet to make his NHL debut, so fantasy managers who stashed him will have to remain patient. His situation is one to monitor.

Toropchenko made his return from IR, playing 3 games for the Blues. He chipped in with 1 assist, 8 hits, and 2 blocks from a fourth-line, penalty-killing role. He's back to providing depth and grit.

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Back from IR after a scary medical episode, Kindel returned to the Penguins' lineup and immediately produced. He posted 2 points in 2 games while skating on the second line and second power-play unit.

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Schneider returned from an undisclosed issue for the Rangers, playing in 2 games. He contributed 6 blocks and 2 hits from his second-pair role, getting right back to his steady, defense-first game.

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Hagel didn't miss much time, returning from an undisclosed issue to post 3 points in 2 games for the Lightning. He's back in his top-six, top power-play role and producing as expected.

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Clarke returned for the Kings after a brief injury scare. He played 4 games, tallying 3 points (2 on the power play) and 10 blocks. He seems to have avoided serious injury and is back quarterbacking the second PP unit.

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York was activated from IR and returned to the Flyers' blue line. He played 3 games, picking up 1 assist and 7 blocks. He slotted back into a top-four role on defense for Philadelphia.

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Hart returned from a lower-body injury and is available for the Golden Knights. He has yet to get a start since being activated, but he should factor back into the team's goaltending rotation soon.

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Tanev was activated from IR and played 1 game for the Maple Leafs, posting a plus-2 rating with 3 hits and 4 blocks. He immediately stepped into a penalty-killing role on the third pairing.

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Hellebuyck finally made his debut for the Devils, starting 2 games. He secured 2 wins with a stellar 1.50 GAA, providing the stability in net that New Jersey desperately needed. He's immediately the undisputed starter.

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Perry returned from an undisclosed injury and was productive for the Kings, scoring 2 points in 3 games. He also fired 11 shots and saw time on the second power-play unit.

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Joshua returned from a core injury for the Maple Leafs, playing in 1 game. He made an immediate physical impact with 7 hits and 5 shots on goal from a third-line role.

Tarasov returned from an undisclosed injury to serve as the backup for Detroit. He has yet to see game action since his return but appears ready to go when called upon.

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Fabbro made his season debut for Columbus after being activated from IR. He played 3 games, blocking 6 shots while skating on the third pairing and contributing to the penalty kill.

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Perron made his season and Stars debut, playing in 1 game. He posted a plus-1 rating in a third-line role but didn't record any other fantasy-relevant stats in his limited action.

Doughty returned from a brief absence and had a monster week for the Kings, racking up 6 points and a plus-6 rating in 3 games. He was immediately impactful on the top pairing.

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Chinakhov returned to the Penguins' lineup after a day-to-day designation. He skated in 2 games, picking up 1 assist from a middle-six role. His shot volume was down, with only 2 SOG.

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Lindell returned to the Dallas blue line from a lower-body injury, playing in 1 game. He was quiet on the scoresheet but is back in his usual top-four, penalty-killing role for the Stars.

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Malkin was back in the Penguins lineup, recording 2 assists in 2 games. He skated on the second line and second power-play unit, looking no worse for wear after his brief absence.

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Provorov made his season debut for the Blue Jackets after being activated from IR. He played in 1 game, skating on the third pair, but didn't record any stats in a quiet return.

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Dickinson returned from IR for the Oilers and was immediately productive, scoring 2 points with a plus-2 rating in 3 games. He also added 7 hits from a third-line, penalty-killing role.

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Brazeau was activated from IR by Pittsburgh but was immediately sent to the AHL on a conditioning loan. He is not yet an option for fantasy managers but is working his way back to the NHL.

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MacDermid was activated from IR by Ottawa. While he is now healthy, he has yet to draw back into the lineup for the Senators. He remains a healthy scratch for the time being.

Thompson returned from IR and immediately took back the starting job for Washington, playing in 2 games. He appears to be fully healthy and is the Capitals' number one goalie once again.

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Jankowski returned from a lower-body issue and made an impact for Carolina, scoring 2 goals (1 on the PP) in 3 games. He slotted back into a third-line role and contributed on special teams.

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Ekholm returned from a concussion and was a force for Edmonton, posting 2 points and a plus-4 rating in 3 games. He also chipped in with 4 hits and 4 blocks, resuming his top-pairing duties.

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Carcone was activated from IR and played in 1 game for Utah. He was held pointless but delivered 4 hits in a third-line role, bringing his physical game back to the lineup.

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Backlund returned from an upper-body injury and was productive for Calgary, tallying 3 points and a plus-2 rating in 4 games. He resumed his top-line, penalty-killing duties without missing a beat.

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Marner returned from a personal absence and immediately started producing for Vegas, putting up 3 assists in 2 games. He's back on the top line and top power-play unit, right where he belongs.

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Roy returned to the Avalanche lineup, playing in 2 games. He picked up 1 assist and a plus-1 rating in a third-line role, though he failed to record a shot on goal.

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Tippett was activated from IR and played in 1 game for the Flyers. He was held pointless but did record 2 hits while skating on the third line and second power-play unit.

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Mintyukov returned from a lower-body injury for Anaheim, playing in 1 game. He was a force defensively, blocking 5 shots while skating on the second pair and contributing to the penalty kill.

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Byfield returned from an upper-body injury for the Kings, playing 4 games. He contributed 2 points but also a minus-1 rating. His shot volume was strong with 13 SOG, a positive sign.

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Steel returned to the Dallas lineup after a brief absence. He played 2 games but was held pointless with a minus-2 rating and no shots on goal, skating in a top-line role.

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Girard was back in action for the Penguins, playing 2 games. He was held off the scoresheet but did record 4 shots on goal while skating on the team's top defensive pairing.

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Chabot returned to the Ottawa blue line and was productive, recording 2 assists and 7 blocks in 3 games. He slotted back into a top-four role and saw time on the second power-play unit.

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Konecny made an impactful return from IR for Philadelphia, scoring 2 points with a plus-3 rating in his lone game. He immediately jumped back onto the top line and looked dangerous.

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Hedman returned from a lower-body injury for Tampa Bay. He scored 1 goal in 2 games but also posted a minus-2 rating. He was eased back in on the third pairing.

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Kempe is now considered day-to-day with an undisclosed injury. He played 3 games last week but was held pointless despite firing 13 shots on goal. His absence is a big blow to the Kings' offense.

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Burakovsky has been placed on IR with a lower-body injury and is expected to miss 3-4 weeks. His absence from Ottawa's lineup creates a void that others will need to fill.

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Othmann is day-to-day with an upper-body injury he sustained in a fight. He played 2 games for Calgary but was held pointless before the injury, which occurred in just his fifth NHL game.

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Parayko is day-to-day with an upper-body injury and missed St. Louis's last game. His absence is a significant loss for the Blues' blue line, particularly on the defensive side of the puck.

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Cooley landed on IR and is considered week-to-week with a lower-body injury. The injury came after two solid starts for Calgary, halting the momentum he was building as a potential fantasy option.

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Larkin was suspended by the team and is out indefinitely. This is a major loss for the Red Wings and fantasy managers, as he is the team's captain and top-line center.

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Chytil has been placed on IR with an upper-body injury. Before the injury, he was skating as Vancouver's second-line center but was off to a slow start with no goals in his first few games.

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Hodgson has been suspended for two games for boarding. The suspension takes away a physical presence from Ottawa's fourth line for the duration of his absence.

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Howard is day-to-day with a lower-body injury. He scored his first NHL goal last week but left the next game early. The good news is the injury is not believed to be serious.

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Spurgeon is considered week-to-week with an undisclosed injury. This is a significant blow to the Minnesota blue line and a frustrating development for fantasy managers who rely on his steady production.

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Manson is expected to be out for eight weeks with an ankle injury. The long-term absence of the rugged defenseman is a major loss for Colorado's blue line and banger-league managers.

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Yamamoto is day-to-day with an upper-body injury. The timing is unfortunate as he was coming off a strong week prior. He was held pointless in two games before the injury.

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Marchenko has been placed on IR and is week-to-week with a lower-body injury. This is a huge loss for Toronto, as the sniper was off to a great start to his Maple Leafs tenure.

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Helenius is day-to-day with an upper-body injury. The rookie centerman picked up an assist in his lone game last week before being sidelined, pausing his adjustment to the NHL.

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Capobianco is out for four weeks with a lower-body injury, landing him on IR. The injury depletes Dallas's defensive depth and removes a potential streaming option in very deep leagues.

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Zuccarello has been placed on IR with an upper-body injury. His absence removes a veteran presence and playmaker from the Kings' lineup, forcing a shuffle in their middle-six forward group.

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Beniers is day-to-day with an undisclosed injury. He was productive before being sidelined, with 2 assists in 2 games. Seattle will hope to have their top center back in action soon.

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Matheson will miss two weeks with a lower-body injury. This is a major blow to the Canadiens' blue line, as he was their top defenseman and had 2 points in his only game last week.

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Bjugstad was placed on IR by the Devils. The move is retroactive, but no specific injury has been disclosed. His absence takes a big, versatile forward out of New Jersey's bottom-six.

Ristolainen is on IR with an upper-body injury and is expected to miss about two weeks. The injury removes a physical, shot-blocking presence from the Flyers' defensive corps.

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Pulock is being re-evaluated for an upper-body injury and is considered day-to-day. His absence from the Islanders' top-four is a significant loss, especially on the defensive end and penalty kill.

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Durzi is day-to-day with an undisclosed injury. He picked up 1 assist in his only game last week before being sidelined, creating a hole on the Rangers' blue line and power play.

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Foegele is on IR and will miss 3-4 weeks with a knee injury. This is another blow to Ottawa's forward depth, taking a speedy, energetic winger out of their lineup for an extended period.

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Hyman has been placed on IR with an upper-body injury, reportedly a concussion. This is a massive loss for the Oilers, as Hyman is a key part of their top-six and power play.

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Girgensons is out with a lower-body injury. His absence removes a key penalty killer and defensive forward from the Lightning's bottom-six, impacting the team's depth and defensive structure.

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We highlighted Yamamoto as a player who was heating up, but he cooled off immediately with no points in 2 games before getting injured. His shot volume disappeared, and so did the production. This was a miss.

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O'Reilly was featured in our Heating Up section, but his production slowed down last week. While 3 points in 3 games is solid, it was a step back from his previous torrid pace, and his shot volume cratered.

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Hinds was an Ice Time Riser last week, but that trend reversed. He was held pointless with a minus-4 rating in 2 games before becoming a healthy scratch. The increased opportunity did not stick.

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Stecher's ice time bump didn't last, as he saw his usage return to normal. However, he still had a decent week with 2 assists and a plus-2 rating, providing some value even in a reduced role.

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Hutson's ice time also came back down to earth after a spike. To his credit, he still had a very productive week with 3 points and a plus-4 rating, proving he can produce even without elite minutes.

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We flagged Gauthier as a player who was cooling off. He responded by scoring 5 goals in 3 games. It's safe to say we were dead wrong on this one. Gauthier is on fire.

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Crosby was another player we thought was cooling off. He promptly put up 3 points in 2 games, including a power-play point and 5 shots. The veteran center proved he still has plenty left in the tank.

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We noted Gritsyuk's shooting luck was due to run out, and it appears to have stabilized. While he still scored 3 points in 3 games, his production was more in line with his shot volume this week.

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Zadorov was a banger league dream last week, racking up 16 PIM, 11 hits, and 8 blocks in 3 games. He was a force in all three peripheral categories, even if he didn't find the scoresheet.

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Cozens combined strong production with excellent banger stats, posting 5 points, 13 hits, and 17 PIM in 4 games. It's rare to get that kind of offense and physicality from one player.

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Heineman provided a great combination of grit and penalty minutes from the Islanders' fourth line. In 3 games, he had 15 PIM, 9 hits, and even chipped in a point for good measure.

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Benn turned back the clock with a vintage performance, collecting 17 PIM, 6 hits, and 2 points in 3 games. His fight was the main source of his PIM, reminding everyone of his tough side.

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Pospisil was a hitting machine, delivering a whopping 23 hits in 4 games for Calgary. He also contributed 4 points, making him an excellent waiver wire find in banger formats.

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Wilson was up to his old tricks, piling up 14 PIM and 9 hits in 3 games. The offense wasn't there this week, but he provided his usual brand of high-end physicality for Washington.

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Gustafsson's power-play time jumped by a massive 2:49 per game, landing him on the Kings' top unit. He cashed in with 1 PPP, and this new role makes him a very interesting speculative add in deeper leagues.

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Holmstrom saw his PP time increase by over 2 minutes per game, and he's now skating on the Islanders' top unit. He responded with 1 power-play point and has 2 points in his last 3 games.

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Bolduc is now getting a shot on Montreal's top power-play unit, seeing his PP TOI rise by 1:50 per game. While he didn't record a PPP, the increased opportunity led to 1 point in 3 games.

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Dach's power-play usage saw a significant bump of 1:49 per game before he missed a game with illness. The promotion didn't immediately translate to points, but it's a positive development for his fantasy value when he returns.

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Perry earned a bigger role on the Kings' power play, with his time increasing by 1:44 per game. He capitalized on the opportunity, picking up 1 PPP as part of a 2-point week.

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Beniers' power-play time rose by 1:41 per game before he was sidelined with an injury. He notched 1 PPP in his 2 games, showing he can produce with the extra opportunity on Seattle's top unit.

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Killorn was promoted from Anaheim's third line to the second, but the move didn't spark his offense. He was held pointless in 3 games, a significant drop-off from his production the week prior. Managers will hope he clicks with his new linemates soon.

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Caulfield moved up to Anaheim's second line and his production exploded. He posted 4 points in 3 games, including 2 on the power play. He's taking full advantage of the increased opportunity alongside more skilled linemates.

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Carlsson's move to the second line coincided with a massive 8-point week. The promotion at even strength, combined with his top power-play role, has turned him into an offensive force for the Ducks. His production skyrocketed compared to the previous week.

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Walker was promoted to Carolina's top defensive pairing and responded with 2 goals in 3 games. He also fired 9 shots on goal, showing more offensive confidence with the increased responsibility. The move has boosted his fantasy stock.

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Miller also saw a promotion to Carolina's top defensive pair, but the offensive results weren't there. He was held pointless in 3 games, a step back from his production the week before. He'll need to generate more to be fantasy relevant.

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Frost moved up to Calgary's second line, but his production dipped compared to the previous week. He managed just 2 points in 4 games, and his shot volume decreased. The promotion hasn't yet translated into better results.

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Sharangovich was promoted to Calgary's second line, but he was held completely off the scoresheet in 4 games. Despite the better deployment, he couldn't generate any offense, though his shot rate did increase.

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Suniev also got a look on Calgary's second line, but his production fell off. After a strong showing the week before, he managed just 1 goal in 4 games despite an increase in shot volume.

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Farabee's rostered percentage jumped by 5% on ESPN, and for good reason. He was fantastic last week with 6 points in 4 games. He's thriving on Calgary's top line and top power-play unit. The crowd is right on this one.

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Jarry's ownership is up 4.8% on ESPN after a brilliant week where he won 2 of 3 starts with a 0.97 GAA and .957 SV%. He's seizing the starting job in Edmonton. The crowd is a bit late, but they're right to be adding him.

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Benson's ownership rose by 4.3% on ESPN following his 6-point explosion. Skating on Buffalo's top line and power play, he's a must-add in all formats. The crowd is absolutely correct to be jumping on this bandwagon.

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Finnie is gaining popularity (+4.2% on ESPN) after a 3-point week on Detroit's top line. He's getting a prime opportunity and has responded with goals and shots. He's a worthy add while he's hot and in this role.

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Pinto's strong week (4 points in 4 games) led to a 4% rise in his ESPN rostered percentage. He's providing solid center depth with decent shot volume and hits. The crowd is right to add him as a streamer or depth option.

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Skinner was dropped in 4.7% of ESPN leagues after a disastrous week, allowing a ton of goals in 2 starts. With Winnipeg struggling, fantasy managers are losing patience. The crowd is justified in looking for better options.

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McTavish was dropped in 3% of ESPN leagues after being held pointless in 3 games. His shot volume remains high (11 SOG), but a demotion to the third line is concerning. The crowd's reaction is understandable, but he could bounce back.

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Knies was dropped in 1.8% of ESPN leagues after a quiet 1-point week. His production and shot volume have fallen off, making him a frustrating own. The crowd is likely right to move on for now.

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Carlile's rostered percentage dropped by 1.7% on ESPN after he posted a minus-4 rating in 2 games. He's struggling on Pittsburgh's second pair, and managers are wisely looking elsewhere for defensive help.

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Perfetti was dropped in 1.6% of ESPN leagues. Despite a decent shot rate, he had just 2 assists in 4 games and isn't providing enough peripheral stats to make up for the lack of scoring. The crowd is making a reasonable move.

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Farabee has been on an absolute tear, racking up 10 points in his last 6 games. His 5 goals and 5 power-play points are a massive increase from his pace last season. He's thriving on Calgary's top line.

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Stankoven is scorching hot, with 6 goals and 9 points in his last 6 games. His plus-9 rating is elite, and he's shooting the puck a ton. This production dwarfs his pace from last season, signaling a true breakout.

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Raymond has been a fantasy force lately, with 10 points in his last 6 games. His 6 power-play points are particularly impressive. He's looking like an elite fantasy winger and is easily outpacing his production from last year.

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The rookie is finding his groove, with 7 points in his last 6 games, including 4 goals. His plus-4 rating and 3 power-play points are also great signs. He's starting to deliver on his offensive potential.

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Blake is on fire, with 8 points and a ridiculous plus-12 rating in his last 6 games. The playmaking winger is gelling perfectly on Carolina's second line and is producing well above his rate from last season.

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Coronato has been an assist machine, dishing out 8 helpers in his last 6 games for 9 total points. His 5 power-play points show he's a key part of Calgary's man advantage. This is a huge step up offensively.

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Cole's ice time skyrocketed by 5:27 per game as he moved up to Chicago's top pairing. While the points didn't follow, that kind of deployment on the blue line can't be ignored, especially in deep leagues that count defensive stats.

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D'Astous saw a massive 5:26 increase in his average ice time for Tampa Bay. While his production dipped compared to the prior week, this huge vote of confidence from the coaching staff makes him a player to watch closely.

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Bjorkstrand's ice time jumped by 3:46 per game as he settled into a second-line role for the Rangers. The production wasn't there last week, but the increased opportunity could lead to points soon for the veteran winger.

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Guentzel's usage surged by 3:36 per game, as he's being leaned on heavily in all situations for Tampa Bay. He responded with 2 points and 9 shots in 2 games. More ice time for an elite player is always a great sign.

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Holmstrom's ice time rose by 3:35 per game, and he's now skating on the Islanders' top line and top power-play unit. He posted 2 points in 3 games and is a prime breakout candidate with this new role.

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The rookie saw his ice time increase by 3:34 per game for Vancouver, and the results were immediate. He posted 4 points in 3 games, including 2 on the power play. He's earning more trust and rewarding his team.

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The Great 8 has gone cold, held pointless with a minus-4 rating over his last 5 games. For a player of his caliber, this is a shocking drought. Managers have to hope he can break out of this slump soon.

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