Evgeny Kuznetsov Stats

Washington Capitals forward Evgeny Kuznetsov tallied a goal and an assist Tuesday against Columbus. The Capitals beat Columbus 4-3 in overtime. Besides providing points to his team, he logged one shot and blocked two shots. With only seven goals in 52 games, the Russian center has helped as a playmaker producing 26 assists. Kuznetsov's ability to create scoring opportunities for his teammates has made him a valuable player for the Capitals, as they rank third in the Metropolitan Division in goals for with 166.

4 days ago

Washington Capitals center Evgeny Kuznetsov had a big four-point night against the Oilers Monday, scoring two goals and delivering a pair of assists in a 5-4 victory. All of his points came on the power play and Kuznetsov ended up with the game-winning tally. Kuznetsov had managed only three points across his previous eight appearances, so fantasy managers will be very relieved following Monday night. Despite going through a bad spell, Kuznetsov is still averaging close to a point per game this season, with two goals and nine assists to his name in 13 outings. Hopefully, we start seeing some consistency from him now.

over 2 months ago

Washington Capitals center Evgeny Kuznetsov has served a one-game suspension and will be back in the lineup Saturday against the Kings. He was forced to sit out Thursday's 5-2 loss against Ottawa after getting suspended for high-sticking Vancouver's Kyle Burroughs at the start of the week. The Russian centerman had an eventful night against the Canucks as he also tallied three assists in a 6-4 win. Prior to the outburst, he had managed just one point in his first three appearances of the season. Kuznetsov will head back on the first line, bumping Lars Eller down to the third. He returns in a juicy matchup, as L.A.'s defense has looked very poor so far, giving up 4.50 goals a night.

3 months ago

Washington Capitals center Evgeny Kuznetsov has been suspended for one game for high-sticking Canucks defenseman Kyle Burroughs during the second period of Monday's contest, the National Hockey League's Department of Player Safety announced on Tuesday. Kuznetsov received a minor penalty for high-sticking on the play, and he will miss the upcoming game against the Senators on Thursday night. The 30-year-old has totaled four assists through the opening four games of the season, while skating on the second line with forwards Anthony Mantha and T.J. Oshie.

3 months ago