NHL Player News

Werenski picked up two assists Saturday in a 6-4 win over the Blues.

Werenski extended his home point streak to 15 games (nine goals, 21 assists). His stretch pass to Adam Fantilli early in the third was flat-out filthy -- he fired it from behind his own net and laid a perfect bounce off the right-wing boards to Fantilli, who was at the St. Louis blue line. Werenski sits second in the NHL in scoring from the blue line with 45 points in 40 games and second in goals (12), too. He's having a Norris-caliber season; let's hope voters don't overlook him because of his jersey.

Miller did not return to Saturday's game versus the Red Wings after getting hit in the throat with a puck, John Lu of TSN reports.

Miller will be evaluated further Sunday. If he can't play, Dylan Coghlan is likely to enter the lineup Tuesday versus the Predators. Miller has just one assist over his last 11 games while filling a third-pairing role.

Provorov set up three goals in a 6-4 win over the Blues on Saturday.

It was the second three-assist game of Provorov's career. He has four helpers in his last two appearances. Provorov's offensive production is looking a lot like his 2023-24 when he finished with 32 points, but he's blocking a lot fewer shots this season. With 50 in 39 games so far, Provorov is on pace for the lowest total in that category in his nine-year NHL career. The same goes for shots -- this will be the first season he fails to crack 100 unless he picks up the pace. These games are nice, but Provorov is hard to roster if his secondary stats are in decline. The offense isn't enough.

Hedman (head) is expected to play Saturday versus the Kings, Gabby Shirley of FanDuel Sports Network Florida & Sun reports.

Hedman was injured in the third period of Thursday's game against the Sharks, but it doesn't look like the issue will cost him additional time. The 34-year-old defenseman is slated to play on the top pairing and first power-play unit. Hedman has been limited to three assists over his last seven contests since returning from a lower-body injury Dec. 17.

Ceci scored a goal in Saturday's 3-2 win over the Devils.

Ceci played hero with the game-winning goal with 25 seconds left in the third period. He fired a one-timer from a step inside the blue line that hit Jacob Markstrom's glove and trickled into the net. Ceci now has 11 points (three goals, eight assists), 73 blocks, 46 shots and 43 hits in 42 games this season.

Fehervary registered two assists while logging 18:50 of ice time during Saturday's 7-4 win over the Rangers.

The defensive defenseman posted a rare two-point effort and has managed a healthy four points over his last eight games. The 25-year-old is an invaluable defensive presence for the Capitals. Fantasy managers in standard formats will likely need more consistent offensive production from Fehervary to consider him a fantasy-relevant option.

Chychrun tallied an even-strength assist, a power-play helper and three shots in Saturday's 7-4 win over the Rangers.

Chychrun has been a revelation since arriving in an offseason trade with Ottawa, having posted 11 goals and 27 points in 34 games. He has registered six points in his last five outings. The 26-year-old is a must-start as he builds a compelling case for a hefty contract extension between now and potentially heading to unrestricted free agency this summer.

Savard (upper body) won't play Saturday versus the Avalanche, Renaud Lavoie of TVA Sports reports.

He will miss a second straight game with the injury. Jayden Struble will remain in the lineup due to Savard's absence. Savard's next chance to play is Monday at home versus the Canucks.

Schneider tallied an assist and added a plus-2 rating during Saturday's 7-4 loss to the Capitals.

Schneider had been held off the scoresheet in 12 outings before Saturday's efforts. With just 10 points and a plus-4 rating in 38 games, Schneider isn't much of an offensive fantasy asset, but he can contribute in deeper leagues that credit his block and hit totals.

Vaakanainen registered an assist and a plus-2 rating during Saturday's 7-4 loss to the Capitals.

Vaakanainen's helper on Filip Chytil's third-period strike marked his first point since being acquired by the Rangers on Dec. 6 as part of the Jacob Trouba trade. The 26-year-old Vaakanainen has two points in 13 games this season between Anaheim and New York.