NHL Player News

Fantilli scored a goal Saturday in a 6-4 win over the Blues.

It's his eighth of the season (17 points) in 40 games. Fantilli, who is just 20, isn't wowing with huge offensive numbers, but he's definitely growing his two-way game. He's the Jackets' third-line center and has been playing between James van Riemsdyk and Zach Aston-Reese. Fantilli may not take an offensive jump until his fourth season, and that's OK for the Jackets -- they want his game to be complete. Fantasy managers, especially those in keeper and dynasty formats, will need to weigh how long they can wait on Fantilli's offensive explosion.

Monahan had three assists in a 6-4 win over St. Louis on Saturday.

He had one in every situation -- power play, shorthanded and even strength. Monahan also had 14 faceoff wins (45.2 percent). He's on pace for one of his best seasons ever with 40 points in as many games and over 100 shots already. Monahan has great chemistry with linemates Kirill Marchenko (43 points) and Dmitri Voronkov (26 points), and the trio is keeping the Jackets within striking distance of the postseason.

Hischier delivered a power-play goal Saturday in a 3-2 loss to the Sharks.

Hischier has 19 snipes (35 points) in 42 games this season, and he remains on pace for a career high in goals. His 19 markers lead the Devils. In an odd bit of trivia, Hischier's goal was the third one he's tallied on his birthday (2019, 2023 and 2025). Overall, the Devils haven't been sharp on their current road trip, losing four straight heading into Seattle on Monday. Take a breath -- Hischier will help get them back on track.

Celebrini scored a goal Saturday in a 3-2 win over the Devils.

Celebrini's 13th goal of 2024-25 gave the Sharks a 2-1 lead early in the third period. His 28 points rank 10th in NHL history among 18-year-old skaters through their first 30 NHL games. The list includes Wayne Gretzky (46), Ron Francis (37), Dale Hawerchuk (34), Ted Kennedy (33), Ryan Nugent-Hopkins (32), Sidney Crosby (31), Steve Yzerman (30) and others. Impressive company, indeed, as Celebrini builds on his excellent rookie year.

Strome tallied a goal and two assists in Saturday's 7-4 win over the Rangers.

After a four-game scoring drought, Strome has roared back with a goal and five points in his last five games. The 27-year-old continues to lead the Capitals in scoring, compiling 44 points in 39 games. Strome should improve his output and consistency with a healthy Alex Ovechkin back on his line.

Sundqvist (illness) is set to draw into the lineup Saturday versus Columbus, per Mark Scheig of The Hockey Writers.

Sundqvist will return to the lineup after missing Friday's 4-0 victory over Ottawa. He has three goals and six points in 28 appearances in 2024-25. Sundqvist will skate on the third line alongside Jake Neighbours and Mathieu Joseph against the Blue Jackets.

Edstrom notched an assist and a minus-1 rating during Saturday's 7-4 loss to the Capitals.

Edstrom benefitted from an errant turnover by Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin that Sam Carrick deposited to cut the lead to 3-2 in the second period. With just two helpers and a minus-6 rating over his last 15 games, Edstrom is unlikely to be much of a fantasy consideration in the 2024-25 campaign.

Lewis (lower body) was activated off injured reserve Saturday.

Lewis has three goals and seven points in 25 appearances in 2024-25. He hasn't played since Nov. 30, but now that he's healthy, Lewis will likely draw into the lineup Saturday versus Tampa Bay as a member of the fourth line.

Meyers was called up by Seattle on Saturday.

Meyers has 10 goals and 22 points in 25 outings with AHL Coachella Valley this season. He's also appeared in four games with Seattle, recording two PIM, two shots, three hits and a block while averaging 8:10 of ice time.

Sturm (undisclosed) will not play Saturday versus New Jersey, per Max Miller of NHL.com.

Sturm has only one assist in his last 15 games. The fourth-line center has four goals and nine points over 36 games this season. Look for Ty Dellandrea to return to the lineup after a one-game absence.