NHL Fantasy: Top five biggest surprises at the halfway mark of the 2024–25 season

Casey DeSmith struggled in the 2022-23 season, posting a 3.17 GAA and .905 save percentage in 38 games. He was traded from Pittsburgh to Vancouver, where he will compete for the backup goalie position. DeSmith has shown potential in previous seasons, but his fantasy value may be limited depending on his role with his new team. Full Article

The NHL Star Power Index highlights players creating buzz in the league, with Connor Bedard of the Chicago Blackhawks standing out despite the team's struggles. Bedard extended his point streak to eight games, joining franchise legends in the process. With 37 points on the season, Bedard leads the team and is on pace for a standout sophomore campaign. Meanwhile, Mikko Rantanen of the Colorado Avalanche is making waves in the points race, ranking among the...

Kirill Kaprizov had a standout season with Minnesota, totaling 75 points in 67 games and setting career highs in power-play goals and points. Widely regarded as a franchise-altering talent, Kaprizov's exceptional playmaking and scoring abilities make him a first-round pick in fantasy drafts. Despite contract negotiations, Kaprizov's impact as a top-six forward with 40-point upside is highly anticipated for the Wild. Full Article

The 2024-25 NHL season sees the Minnesota Wild struggling with injuries, as captain Jared Spurgeon, young star Brock Faber, and top scorer Kirill Kaprizov are all sidelined. Additionally, several other key players from various teams, such as Trevor Zegras, Hampus Lindholm, and Tyler Seguin, are also dealing with injuries of their own, impacting their respective teams' performances. The injury bug has hit multiple teams hard this season, affecting the competitiveness of the league as a...

Teuvo Teravainen has been a consistent scorer, but his production dropped last season due to decreased power-play output and Carolina's struggles with the man advantage. However, Teravainen is entering a contract year with something to prove, and his previous success makes him a strong bounce-back candidate. Despite a concussion-shortened 2020-21 season, Teravainen has shown himself to be a dependable fantasy option capable of 20-plus goals and 60-plus points. With a career-high 76 points in 2018-19,...