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Flyers Leighton out indefinitely

Thu, 18 Mar 2010

Update: Philadelphia Flyers goalie Michael Leighton will be out of action eight to 10 weeks with a severe high ankle sprain, the team said Thursday. Leighton suffered the injury during a 4-3 shootout loss to Nashville on Tuesday. Brian Boucher, who replaced Leighton at 9:45 of the first period, will be the Flyers' starter and Jeremy Duchesne his backup while Leighton is out.

Fantasy Impact: This i big blow to a Flyers that have already lost goalie Ray Emery for the season last month. Leighton, a mid-season waiver-wire acquisition, has been pretty solid in net for the Flyers with a record of 16-5-2 as a starter.

NHL suspends Wisniewski

Thu, 18 Mar 2010

Update: NHL.com is reporting that The NHL has suspended Anaheim Ducks defenseman James Wisniewski eight games for his hit on Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Brent Seabrook. The play happened during Wednesday night's game in Anaheim. After Seabrook knocked down Anaheim's Corey Perry, Wisniewski drilled Seabrook and knocked him out of the game. Seabrook didn't have the puck and wasn't prepared to defend himself.

Fantasy Impact: It has been a very busy week for Colin Campbell to say the least as he has handed out multiple suspensions and fines this past week. In 64 games, Wisniewski has 3 goals and 24 assists.

Samuelsson injured in loss

Wed, 17 Mar 2010

Update: Canucks winger Mikael Samuelsson will be out up to three weeks with an undisclosed upper body injury during Tuesday night's 5-2 loss to the Islanders. Samuelsson left during the third period of a contest that also saw his seven-game point streak come to an end.

Fantasy Impact: Samuelsson is having an excellent first season in Vancouver scoring 30 goals and 23 assists and has been especially productive after he was moved onto the first line with the Sedin twins.

Malone sidelined 10-14 days

Wed, 17 Mar 2010

Update: According to Damian Cristodero of The St. Petersburg Times is reporting that The Tampa Bay Lightning announced Tuesday that left wing Ryan Malone will be out 10 to 14 days after undergoing arthroscopic surgery on his left knee. The team said Malone will continue to undergo treatment for a separate upper-body injury that has kept him out of three of the past four games.

Fantasy Impact: This can be a devastating blow for the Lightning as they currently sit 6 points behind the Bruins for the last playoff spot in the east. In 65 games, Malone, 30, has 21 goals to go along with 23 assists.

Downie fined by NHL

Wed, 17 Mar 2010

Update: ESPN's Pierre LeBrun has reported that The NHL has fined Steve Downie an undisclosed amount, but has chosen not to suspend the Tampa Bay Lightning winger for his incident with Pittsburgh Penguins superstar Sidney Crosby on Sunday. Downie told the St. Petersburg Times that he was fine $1,000 for taking down Crosby during Sunday's game.

Fantasy Impact: In my opinion The NHL's disciplinary actions need a major overhaul as Downie's play was a terrible and gutless act. For the season, Downie 17 goals and 23 assists in 67 games for the Lighning.

Flyers' Leighton to have MRI

Wed, 17 Mar 2010

Update: Frank Seravalli is reporting that Flyers goalie Michael Leighton left last night's shootout loss against the Nashville Predators during the first period with a high left ankle sprain, according to general manager Paul Holmgren. Leighton is expected to undergo an MRI on Thursday.

Fantasy Impact: Leighton, who was claimed off waivers by the Flyers back in December has played well for the Flyers posting a 16-5-2 record with a 2,48 GAA and a .918 save percentage. The Flyers have called up goalie Jeremy Duchesne from the American Hockey League.

Kovalev & Sens struggling

Tue, 16 Mar 2010

Update: The Ottawa Citizen is reporting that Senators forward Alexei Kovalev has no points in his last six games.  To make matters worse, he is plus/minus is -6.  

Fantasy Impact:  The Sens have lost five of six since returning from the Olympic break, and are being chased in the standings by the Flyers.  

Bergeron picking it up

Tue, 16 Mar 2010

Update: The Boston Globe is reporting that Bruins forward Patrice Bergeron has been picking up the scoring lately.  Bergeron has three goals and six points in his last four games.

Fantasy Impact: With Marc Savard being likely gone for the season, Bergeron is going to be counted on to pick up the scoring. 

Powe back in Flyers lineup

Tue, 16 Mar 2010

Update: The Philadelphia Inquirer is reporting that Flyers forward Darroll Powe is expected to play Tuesday after spending Sunday's game in the press box.

Fantasy Impact: Powe has 13 points and 46 penalty minutes in 49 games this season.  

Harding to get start Tuesday

Mon, 15 Mar 2010

Update: The Minneapolis-St. Paul Star Tribune is reporting that netminder Josh Harding will play Tuesday. It will be his fourth straight start as starter Niklas Backstrom is still sidelined with a groin injury.

Fantasy Impact: Harding has held his own in Backstrom's absence, winning two of his last three games with a 3.00 GAA and .920 save percentage.

Ovechkin receives two game suspension

Mon, 15 Mar 2010

Update: Washington Capitals captain LW Alexander Ovechkin has been suspended by the NHL for two games for his hit on D Brian Campbell on Sunday, according to the Washington Post. Ovechkin received a 5 minute major for boarding and a game misconduct in the 1st period of Sunday's game. The Capitals came back from a 3 goal deficit to defeat the Blackhawks 4-3. Campbell it has been reported could be out for the season.

Fantasy Impact: Obviously this is huge news. I have to think this has a lot to do with his past suspensions (including one earlier this year). Everyone loves the way he plays hard, but his style obviously needs to be curbed a little bit. His missing games is detrimental to the Capitals success. He needs to slow down and realize that. The hit itself wasn't nearly as bad as the Matt Cooke hit last weekend on Marc Savard, but you have to know while you're chasing down Campbell behind the net if you push him from behind into the boards like that, you're not only going to get a penalty, but also there's a decent chance you're going to receive a suspension. There are rules against boarding already in place in the NHL, and he has to know this. It was a stupid manuever, and for the Capitals to continue upon their phenomenal success this season he's going to have to learn from his mistakes and not miss any more ice time due to dumb decisions.

As for the Capitals, they will play their next two games at Florida and at Carolina without him. They should still be able to pick up points against these two teams as they are near the bottom of the Eastern Conference.

Lehtonen to get start

Mon, 15 Mar 2010

Update: The Dallas Morning News is reporting that Stars netminder Kari Lehtonen will start in Tuesday's game against San Jose. This will be Lehtonen's first start since back on March 6th when he was torchedfor six goals on 34 shots against the Penguins. 

Fantasy Impact: Lehtonen is the future starter for the Stars, so it makes sense that they are looking to give him more playing time down the stretch. 

Nash may miss more time

Mon, 15 Mar 2010

Update: The Columbus Dispatch is reporting that Blue Jackets forward Rick Nash (lower body) is unlikely to play in Monday night's game.  Nash is also apparently dealing with the flu. He has missed the pastt hreegames.

Fantasy Impact:  Nash has posted 28 goals in 66 games this season, and is clearly the No. 1 scoring option in Columbus.  

Islanders have recalled Matt Martin

Mon, 15 Mar 2010

Update: The Newark Star Ledger is reporting that the New York Islanders have recalled Matt Martin from the AHL.

Fantasy Impact: Martin was recalled to fill the roster spot left open with Jeff Tambellini being out with a groin injury. 

Hawks list Johnsson as day to day

Mon, 15 Mar 2010

Update: Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Kim Johnsson was held out of the team's loss to Washington on Sunday with an upper-body injury and is listed as day-to-day, according to the Chicago Tribune.

Fantasy Impact:  With Brian Campbell going down, and possibly being out for the remainder of the season, the Hawks cannot afford to be down two defenseman. Look for Johnsson to rest up and be back in action on Wednesday against the Ducks. 

Cammalleri could return for Habs

Mon, 15 Mar 2010

Update: Montreal Canadiens forward Michael Cammalleri (knee) could be ready to return to action as early as this Saturday, according to the Montreal Gazette. He has missed the team's last 14 games with a knee injury. 

Fantasy Impact:  This would be a nice lift for the Habs who are in a playoff battle.  Each game now means something for them, and getting his scoring ability back in the lineup will be a nice boost.  

Hossa listed as day to day

Mon, 15 Mar 2010

Update: According to the Chicago Tribune, Blackhawks forward Marian Hossa was sidelined for yesterday's loss to the Washington Capitals with what is being called an upper-body injury.  He has been listed as day to day. 

Fantasy Impact:  The Hawks have not played well as of late, and the team cannot afford to lose Hossa for an extended period of time.  Look for Hossa to be ready to play Wednesday against the Ducks.  

Malkin has leg issues

Mon, 15 Mar 2010

Update: Superstar Evgeni Malkin left Pittsburgh's game on Sunday and did not return after taking a shot to his lower right leg, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.

Fantasy Impact:  The Pens will not play again until Wednesday night, but there have been no released reports on the status of Malkin's injury.   

Stamkos dealing with back issues

Mon, 15 Mar 2010

Update: According to the St. Petersburg Times, Tampa Bay Lightning superstar Steve Stamkos bruised his back after being checked during Sunday's game.  He is currently listed as day to day.

Fantasy Impact:  Tampa plays against the Coyotes on Tuesday night, and Stamkos is expected to play.  

Campbell possibly out for year

Mon, 15 Mar 2010

Update: D Brian Campbell left the Blackhawks game early today after being checked into the boards by LW Alex Ovechkin of the Capitals. Ovechkin was assessed a 5 minute major and a game misconduct. Now, ESPN's Jesse Rogers is reporting that Campbell could be done for the season due to a broken clavicle and ribs. Campbell had 7 goals and 31 assists to this point this season. Campbell is sure to miss at least the next 3 game road trip where the Hawks visit Anaheim, Los Angeles, and Phoenix.

Fantasy Impact: Campbell has been an extremely effective player for the Blackhawks this season on their second pairing. He has played much better in his own zone this year as well. He will be missed if he is indeed out for the season. The Hawks are having some injury issues right now. F Marian Hossa and D Kim Johnsson also missed today's game. They are a Stanley Cup contender, so getting healthy for the playoffs is their biggest concern at the moment.

Avery sparks Rangers' win

Sun, 14 Mar 2010

Update: Needing a win to stay in the middle of the playoff chase, The New York Rangers got two goals from agitator forward Sean Avery Sunday afternoon in New York City as the Rangers beat The Philadelphia Flyers 3-1.

Fantasy Impact: This was a great way for Sean Avery to respond to his recent benching as he did not dress for their game on Friday. Avery has been inconsistent this year in both production and his usual agitator type play. On this season Avery now has 10 goals and 17 assists.

Isles' lose Weight for season

Sun, 14 Mar 2010

Update: According to Newday's Katie Strang, After months of playing with a torn rotator cuff and torn labrum in his left shoulder, Islanders captain Doug Weight has decided to have season-ending surgery. Weight, 39, who suffered the injury in November, said the pain was impacting his performance and inhibiting his ability to contribute.

Fantasy Impact: It's been an injury plagued year for the veteran Weight who, as s result, has only scored one goal while adding 16 assists in only 36 games.

Gagne stays hot for Philly

Sat, 13 Mar 2010

Update: Philadelphia Flyers forward Simon Gagne scored his 13th goal of the season on Saturday as the Flyers beat the Chicago Blackhawks 3-2 in Philly.  The Flyers got a goal from Chris Pronger with three seconds left in regulation to get the win.

Fantasy Impact: Gagne now has four goals in his last five games, and beginning to show he is getting more and more comfortable on the ice.  Gagne is a guy who must produce for the Flyers to have any chance of having a shot at a deep playoff run. 

Hossa scores 20th in loss

Sat, 13 Mar 2010

Update: Chicago Blackhawks forward Marian Hossa scored his 20th goal of the season on Saturday in the team's 3-2 loss in Philly.  Hossa scored midway through the third period to put the Hawks on top 2-1, but the team fell apart late allowed a goal with just three seconds left in regulation to lose.

Fantasy Impact: The Hawks rallied from a 1-0 defecit on Saturday and got good goaltending from Cristobal Huet, but it wasn't enough.

Pronger nets game winner in Philly

Sat, 13 Mar 2010

Update: Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Chris Pronger scored his ninth goal of the season Saturday with just three seconds left in regulation as the Flyers dropped the Chicago Blackhawks 3-2.

Fantasy Impact:  Pronger picked up his 9th goal in the win, and also logged over twenty four minutes of ice time.  He continues to be the backbone of the Flyers defense. 

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