Fantasy Hockey Impact: Rantanen to Carolina, Necas to Colorado

In the NHL standings, the Capitals, Oilers, and Jets are all strong playoff contenders with impressive records, driven by standout performances from key players like Alex Ovechkin, Leon Draisaitl, and Connor Hellebuyck. Meanwhile, the Stars and Hurricanes are looking to make deep playoff runs, boasting strong forward depth and elite scorers like Mikko Rantanen. The Maple Leafs and Golden Knights are also in good positions, despite facing challenges such as injuries and scoring slumps, with...

Owen Tippett had a breakout season with Philadelphia, scoring 27 goals and 49 points in 77 games while also contributing defensively with 69 blocked shots and 125 hits. The former Panthers' top pick has shown his offensive potential and is expected to continue his success in the upcoming season, making him a valuable asset in fantasy leagues. Tippett's strong shot and offensive skills make him a player to watch for potential breakout performances in the...

During Claude Julien’s tenure, Tuukka Rask never played against the Sabres, with other goalies like Halak and Khudobin stepping in. Tage Thompson and J.J. Peterka both had hat tricks and an assist, becoming the first teammates this season to do so, with Jiri Kulich contributing on their line. In other games, players like Lucas Raymond, Quinn Hughes, and Martin Necas had strong performances, while goaltenders like Yaroslav Askarov and Logan Thompson stood out with solid...

On Jan 22, 2025, in Newark, New Jersey, New Jersey Devils goaltender Jacob Markstrom sustained a sprained MCL, expected to be out for four to six weeks, with backup Jake Allen stepping in. New York Islanders defenseman Noah Dobson is week to week with a lower body injury, while Florida Panthers defenseman Aaron Ekblad is set to return to the lineup after being a full participant in practice. Full Article

Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin is on the cusp of breaking Wayne Gretzky's NHL record of 894 career goals, currently standing at 875 goals and needing 20 more to achieve this milestone by the end of the 2024-25 season. Ovechkin had a slight dip in goal production in the 2023-24 season with 31 goals, but has consistently been a dominant scorer throughout his career, tallying at least 41 goals in 13 of his 19 NHL...