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Jordan Eberle Starts Conditioning Stint In AHL
Seattle Kraken right wing Jordan Eberle (pelvic) has been assigned to the AHL's Coachella Valley Firebirds on a conditioning loan. Eberle has missed three months of action following pelvic surgery, but it looks like he is getting close to returning to the Kraken lineup. The veteran winger posted six goals and 11 points in 17 games before getting hurt. Seattle will continue its season on Feb. 22 against the Florida Panthers. Once he's back in the fold, Eberle should reclaim a top-six spot and work with the first power-play unit.
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Matthew Tkachuk Enters 4 Nations Face-Off In Red-Hot Form
Florida Panthers winger Matthew Tkachuk begins the 4 Nations Face-Off with Team USA on Thursday in red-hot form. Prior to the tournament, he scored in six consecutive outings with the Panthers, amassing 13 total points (seven goals, six assists) during that stretch. It's the third-longest goal streak in franchise history. Tkachuk has posted 57 points (22 goals, 35 assists) in 52 games across the campaign. Team USA will hope to get similar production from him. The Panthers star will join Kyle Connor of the Winnipeg Jets and Jack Eichel of the Vegas Golden Knights on the first line for Thursday's matchup against Finland.
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Shea Theodore Out Week-To-Week
Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Shea Theodore (upper body) was labeled as week-to-week by the team on Thursday. Theodore appeared to have hurt his arm in Team Canada's 4-3 overtime win against Team Sweden on Wednesday in the 4 Nations Face-Off. It's a bad blow for Theodore, who is having a very successful campaign in 2024-25 with 48 points (seven goals, 41 assists) in 55 outings. Only four blue-liners have managed more points in the NHL this season. Fortunately, Theodore did not suffer a season-ending injury and should still play a part for Vegas over the final stretch of the season. The Golden Knights return to action on Feb. 22 against the Vancouver Canucks.
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Juuse Saros Named Finland Starter For Thursday
Nashville Predators goaltender Juuse Saros will protect the crease for Finland against Team USA on Thursday in the 4 Nations Face-Off. Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen of the Buffalo Sabres will serve as his backup, while Kevin Lankinen of the Vancouver Canucks has been scratched for the contest. Saros has helped Finland secure a couple of silver medals at the World Championships, but he has struggled in the NHL this season. The 29-year-old has posted a disappointing .899 save percentage with an 11-23-6 record. He boasts four shutouts and has a 2.95 goals-against average. Finland is missing several of its top defensemen at the tournament, so Saros will likely face a very busy night against the USA's offense led by Jack Eichel and Auston Matthews.
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Connor Hellebuyck To Face Finland Thursday
Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck will be Team USA's starter in Thursday's 4 Nations Face-Off matchup against Finland. The Michigan native is having a spectacular campaign with the Jets and has rightfully earned the nod ahead of Jake Oettinger of the Dallas Stars and Jeremy Swayman of the Boston Bruins. Hellebuyck leads the league in wins with a 34-7-2 record and has posted a league-best 2.07 goals-against average. He ranks second with a .925 save percentage. For the U.S., Hellebuyck has previously featured in two tournaments, going 9-1-0 with a 1.59 goals-against average and a .930 save percentage.
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Mikko Rantanen Expected To Play On Thursday
Carolina Hurricanes winger Mikko Rantanen (lower body) is set to play for Finland on Thursday against the USA in the 4 Nations Face-Off. Rantanen was hurt a week ago against the Minnesota Wild and missed Carolina's last game before the 4 Nations Face-Off. He did not participate in Thursday's optional morning skate but is expected to play against Team USA. In practice, Rantanen has skated alongside former Colorado Avalanche teammate Artturi Lehkonen and Florida Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov on Finland's top line. Over his last three tournaments with Finland, Rantanen has tallied nine goals and 30 points in 26 games.
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Jordan Binnington Earns Victory Over Team Sweden
St. Louis Blues goaltender Jordan Binnington stopped 23 of the 26 shots he faced en route to defeating Team Sweden in overtime on Wednesday evening. Binnington's first blemish came in the second frame when Minnesota's Jonas Brodin beat him on a snapshot. Then, in the third, Sweden was able to score twice, which forced overtime. Los Angeles's Adrian Kempe and Minnesota's Joel Eriksson Ek were able to find the back of the net in that frame. However, Binnington was able to stop all four shots he saw in overtime, which set up Mitch Marner to score the game-winner. Fantasy managers should monitor Binnington's status leading up to their next game on Saturday evening, as he will likely get the starting nod once again. He will have a tougher matchup facing Team USA, who is led by three-time Rocket Richard winner Auston Matthews.
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Nathan MacKinnon Scores Power-Play Goal In Victory
Colorado Avalanche center Nathan MacKinnon found the back of the net on the power play during their 4-3 overtime victory over Team Sweden on Wednesday evening. MacKinnon opened the game's scoring as he beat Filip Gustavsson on a wrist shot in the first period. His fellow Cole Harbour, Nova Scotia, teammate Sidney Crosby tallied the primary assist, with Edmonton's Connor McDavid adding the secondary helper. MacKinnon also logged a team-high six shots in this game. The 29-year-old also logged three blocked shots and two shots on goal with a plus-two rating. MacKinnon should continue to see elite scoring opportunities in the tournament, playing alongside Crosby and Mark Stone. Before the tournament, MacKinnon tallied seven points over his last two games. He should be viewed as a top play in DFS formats on Saturday evening when he faces Team USA.
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Lucas Raymond Tallies Two Helpers In Overtime Loss
Detroit Red Wings right wing Lucas Raymond tallied two assists in his overtime loss to Team Canada on Wednesday evening. In the second frame, Raymond tallied his first assist, which was the secondary helper on Jonas Brodin's goal. Later in the third period, Raymond would add his second secondary assist to set up Minnesota's Joel Eriksson Ek on the game-tying goal. He was also named the third star of the contest and logged three total shots on goal. Despite playing on Team Sweden's third line, Raymond was very productive in this contest. Fantasy managers in DFS formats should consider putting Raymond in their lineup on Saturday when they face Team Finland. Before the tournament, the 22-year-old had tallied 17 points over his previous 15 games with Detroit.
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Sidney Crosby Leads Canada To Victory
Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby tallied three points as he led Team Canada to an overtime victory over Team Sweden on Wednesday evening. Crosby tallied his first point on the power-play to set up Nathan MacKinnon on the game's opening goal. Later in the second, Crosby would tally his second primary assist, this time on Mark Stone's goal to increase Canada's lead. Then, in overtime, Crosby would tally his third helper of the evening on Mitch Marner's game-winner. Crosby also logged one blocked shot and held a +1 rating in this contest. Before the tournament, Crosby was battling an upper body injury and was in danger of missing time. However, the future Hall of Famer looked dominant in his return. He will look to lead Canada to their next victory on Saturday evening against Team USA.
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Shea Theodore Out Of 4 Nations Tournament With Injury
According to Willie G Ramirez of the PHWA, Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Shea Theodore (arm) has been ruled out for the remainder of the 4 Nations Tournament due to an arm injury. Theodore sustained this injury during the second frame of Wednesday's contest and did not return. Before exiting, Theodore logged just under seven minutes of ice time and did not get on the scoresheet. Travis Sanheim of the Philadelphia Flyers will now enter Team Canada's lineup for the remainder of the tournament. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor Theodore's status, as he could be in danger of missing time with the Golden Knights, given the extent of the injury. The 29-year-old is on pace to enjoy a career season at the NHL level, as he tallied 48 points in just 55 games.
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Jakob Pelletier Ready For Action After 4 Nations Face-Off
Philadelphia Flyers forward Jakob Pelletier will finally be available to make his team debut when the 4 Nations Face-Off concludes. The Calgary Flames traded Pelletier to Philadelphia on Jan. 30 alongside Andrei Kuzmenko, but the 23-year-old has not been able to suit up for his new team due to visa issues. Pelletier, a 2019 first-round pick, showed glimpses of good potential with the Flames but did not receive much ice time. He averaged 12:38 of action across 24 games this season, posting four goals and 11 points. A fresh start in Philadelphia may give him a boost.
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Dante Fabbro Expected To Return After 4 Nations Face-Off
Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Dante Fabbro (concussion) is expected to return to the lineup following the 4 Nations Face-Off, according to Aaron Portzline of The Athletic. Fabbro missed Columbus' last three games with a concussion before the NHL went on a hiatus. The 26-year-old struggled to make an impact in Nashville, but he has been effective for the Blue Jackets since the Predators waived him in November. In 43 games, Fabbro has tallied 13 points (four goals, nine assists), 46 shots, 96 blocks, and 44 hits. Columbus returns from the break on Feb. 22 against the Chicago Blackhawks.
Yesterday
Mika Zibanejad To Center Top Line For Sweden
New York Rangers center Mika Zibanejad will start the 4 Nations Face-Off as Sweden's top-line center. He will be flanked by Toronto Maple Leafs star William Nylander and Rickard Rakell of the Pittsburgh Penguins in Wednesday's tournament opener against Canada. Zibanejad has had a down year with the Rangers in 2024-25, producing 37 points (11 goals, 26 assists) in 55 games, but he has gained momentum ahead of the 4 Nations Face-Off. The 31-year-old boasts two goals and eight points through five February outings. Zibanejad averaged over a point per game the last time he suited up for Sweden, finishing the team's 2018 World Championships gold medal-winning campaign with six goals and five assists in 10 games.
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Joel Eriksson Ek Available Wednesday
Minnesota Wild center Joel Eriksson Ek (lower body) will suit up for Team Sweden for Wednesday's matchup against Canada at the 4 Nations Face-Off. There was initially uncertainty surrounding Eriksson Ek after he missed Minnesota's final game before the break due to a lower-body injury. Eriksson Ek, who has recorded nine goals and 23 points in 41 games this season, plays as a top-six forward for Minnesota but will assume more of a checking role with Sweden. He is expected to start on the third line alongside Jesper Bratt of the New Jersey Devils and Lucas Raymond of the Detroit Red Wings.
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Filip Gustavsson Faces Canada Wednesday Night
Minnesota Wild goaltender Filip Gustavsson will start for Sweden against Canada in Wednesday's 4 Nations Face-Off opener. Ottawa Senators netminder Linus Ullmark will serve as his backup, with Samuel Ersson of the Philadelphia Flyers scratched for the contest. Gustavsson has enjoyed a great campaign with the Wild, and Sweden will lean on him heavily against Canada's star-studded offense. Through 37 starts, Gustavsson has gone 22-11-3 with three shutouts. He is sporting a 2.63 goals-against average and a .915 save percentage. The 26-year-old played well for Sweden at last year's World Championships, helping the team finish third with a 6-1-0 record. He saved 20 of 22 shots in a 4-2 win over Canada in the bronze medal game.
Yesterday
Jordan Binnington To Start For Canada In 4 Nations Face-Off Opener
St. Louis Blues goaltender Jordan Binnington will be in the net as Team Canada kicks off the 4 Nations Face-Off against Team Sweden on Wednesday night. Binnington has earned the nod ahead of Adin Hill of the Vegas Golden Knights and Sam Montembeault on the Montreal Canadiens. The 31-year-old also represented Canada at last year's World Championships, posting a 6-2-0 record as Canada finished fourth. Binnington has become the winningest goalie in Blues history this season, but he has had a bumpy road overall. In 38 starts, Binnington has posted a 15-19-4 record with a 2.89 goals-against average. He has tallied three shutouts while registering a .896 save percentage.
Yesterday
Sidney Crosby Good To Go Wednesday
Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby (upper body) will play in Wednesday's 4 Nations Face-Off opener against Sweden. TSN's Pierre LeBrun reports that Crosby has confirmed he will suit up for Team Canada on Wednesday night. The veteran superstar has recovered from an upper-body injury, which sidelined him for Pittsburgh's final two games before the NHL took a break for the tournament. Crosby is expected to work with Nathan MacKinnon and Mark Stone on the second line. He will also link up with Canada's mouth-watering top power-play unit, which includes Connor McDavid and Cale Makar.
Yesterday
Boone Jenner Expected To Return After International Break
According to Aaron Portzline of The Athletic, Columbus Blue Jackets center Boone Jenner (shoulder) is expected to return to action following the international break. The 31-year-old has been unable to play this season due to a shoulder injury he sustained during training camp. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status leading up to their first game against the Chicago Blackhawks on February 22. If Jenner were to be cleared for action, he would likely find a role in the top-six, especially with Sean Monahan (wrist) and Kirill Marchenko (jaw) still sidelined. Across 58 contests last season, Jenner found the back of the net 22 times and added 13 helpers. He will be a viable option in standard formats if he earns top minutes in the offense.
Yesterday
Gustav Forsling Moves Past Illness, Expected To Play On Wednesday
According to Tom Gulitti of NHL.com, Florida Panthers defenseman Gustav Forsling (illness) has returned to practice with Team Sweden and is expected to be cleared to play Wednesday evening against Team Canada. Forsling was unable to participate during Monday's practice, but seeing him return to full participation on Tuesday is a great sign for his status. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his availability leading up to Wednesday's game. During line rushes, Forsling slotted in on the second pairing alongside Buffalo's Rasmus Dahlin. Across 57 contests with Florida this season, Forsling has tallied 21 points (eight goals, 13 helpers) with 52 hits and 64 blocked shots. Given his low offensive outputs, he should be viewed as a low-end option in DFS formats.
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