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Blake Coleman has been identified as a recommended matchup-based addition for fantasy hockey rosters in the latest weekly guide. Fantasy managers are encouraged to consider adding him to their lineups to optimize production for the week ahead. No specific injury or performance updates were provided, but he remains a target for those looking to bolster their roster depth through the waiver wire or free agent pool.
Draisaitl missed Monday's practice due to a lower-body injury sustained in Sunday's 3-1 win over Nashville. The 30-year-old forward, who is currently on a nine-game point streak, is still being evaluated. Head coach Kris Knoblauch indicated that Draisaitl could potentially miss upcoming games. Draisaitl has recorded 35 goals and 97 points in 65 appearances this season. Further updates on his status are pending as the evaluation process continues.
Silovs is set to start in goal for the Penguins against Colorado after being the first goalie off the ice during Monday's morning skate. He has been alternating starts with Stuart Skinner since the Olympic break. In his last five appearances, Silovs has posted a 3-2-0 record with a 2.91 GAA and a .884 save percentage. He looks to build on his recent workload as he takes the crease for this road matchup.
Wedgewood will start in goal at home against the Penguins on Monday. He enters the contest riding a five-game winning streak, during which he has maintained a 1.26 GAA and .954 save percentage. Having appeared in four of the Avalanche's last six games, Wedgewood appears to have secured the starting role over Mackenzie Blackwood. Colorado is expected to continue riding the hot hand as long as he maintains his current level of performance.
Gostisbehere will miss his fifth consecutive game Tuesday against Columbus due to a lower-body injury. While his availability for Wednesday's matchup against Pittsburgh remains uncertain, head coach Rod Brind'Amour noted Monday that the 32-year-old is trending closer to a return. Gostisbehere has recorded 11 goals and 43 points across 45 appearances this season, adding 98 shots on net and 50 blocked shots.
Svechnikov sat out Monday's practice session due to an undisclosed issue. Head coach Rod Brind'Amour expressed optimism, stating the 25-year-old 'should be alright,' though his status for Tuesday's game in Columbus or Wednesday's home game against Pittsburgh remains unclear. Svechnikov has been productive recently, recording points in eight of his last 12 games, totaling four goals and eight assists while averaging 17:45 of ice time.
Korpisalo will be in goal for Monday's road game against New Jersey. He enters the matchup coming off two consecutive losses, having allowed 10 goals on 68 shots. On the season, Korpisalo holds an 11-9-3 record with one shutout, a 3.28 GAA, and an .892 save percentage through 25 appearances. He faces a New Jersey squad currently tied for 28th in the league with an average of 2.61 goals per game.
Sorokin is confirmed to start in Tuesday's road game against Toronto. After a perfect February, Sorokin has been inconsistent in March, posting a 2-2-0 record with a 3.06 GAA and .897 save percentage over four outings. Despite the recent volatility, he remains the primary option for the Islanders, having started five of the team's last six games. He faces a Maple Leafs team that ranks 15th in the NHL with 3.15 goals per game.
DeSmith is expected to start in goal for Monday's home game against Utah after being the first goalie off the ice at the morning skate. He is currently on a four-game winning streak, having stopped 66 of 73 shots during that span. DeSmith holds a 14-4-5 record this season with one shutout, a 2.28 GAA, and a .912 save percentage across 24 appearances. He faces a Utah team tied for 17th in the league with 3.10 goals per game.
Dustin Wolf will guard the goal for the Flames in Monday's road matchup against Detroit. Since returning from the Olympic break, Wolf has posted a 3-3-0 record, allowing 18 goals on 195 shots over seven appearances. On the season, he holds a 19-24-3 record with two shutouts, a 3.00 GAA, and an .897 save percentage through 48 games. He faces a Detroit offense that currently ranks tied for 21st in the league, averaging 2.88 goals per game.
Batherson scored twice in Sunday's 7-4 victory over San Jose, including a power-play goal and the game-winner. The 27-year-old winger now has 27 goals and 59 points in 63 games this season, putting him one goal shy of a career high and one point away from his fourth consecutive 60-point campaign. This performance marks his fourth multi-goal game in his last eight outings. Batherson benefited from puck luck, with his goals coming off deflections from a defender and teammate.
Igor Shesterkin is set to start in goal for the Rangers against the Kings on Monday. Shesterkin has been in excellent form, winning five of his last six starts with a 2.63 GAA and a .921 save percentage. He enters this third consecutive start with a favorable matchup against a Los Angeles team that ranks tied for the third-worst offense in the NHL, generating only 2.61 goals per game.
Jacob Markstrom will return to the crease for the New Jersey Devils in Monday's home matchup against the Boston Bruins. The veteran goaltender rested during Saturday's game against the Kings, following a stretch where he appeared in seven consecutive contests. During that span, Markstrom posted a 4-3-0 record with a 2.72 GAA. With the Devils currently out of the playoff race, the team may look to balance his workload with Jake Allen for the remainder of the season.
Valeri Nichushkin is set to skate on the Colorado Avalanche's top line alongside Nathan MacKinnon and Martin Necas for Monday's game against the Penguins. Due to injuries to Artturi Lehkonen and Gabriel Landeskog, Nichushkin has gained a significant opportunity to increase his offensive production. He has previously averaged over two points per 60 minutes when playing with MacKinnon, and the trio has demonstrated strong underlying metrics with a 72% xG share.
Acquired from the Blues for a package including a 2026 first-round pick, 34-year-old center Brayden Schenn has recorded two assists in four games with the Islanders. Averaging 16:40 of ice time, he has won 53.5% of his face-offs while contributing four blocks and nine hits. Coach Patrick Roy continues to experiment with his linemates, including Barzal and Holmstrom. Schenn, who has two seasons remaining on his contract at $6.5 million annually, has seen the team go 3-1-0 since his arrival.
The Florida Panthers have called up 25-year-old forward Nolan Foote, who is projected to be on the roster for Tuesday's game against the Vancouver Canucks. This marks Foote's first NHL call-up of the season. He has recorded 14 goals and 32 points in 54 AHL games this year. Foote, who has 30 games of NHL experience, is the son of Canucks head coach Adam Foote, setting up a potential father-son reunion on opposite benches during the upcoming contest.
Brent Burns has been identified as a leading candidate in the "old guys without a Cup" (OGWAC) category as the 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs approach. As a veteran defenseman currently with the Colorado Avalanche, Burns remains a focal point for fans hoping to see long-tenured players secure their first championship title during this postseason run.
Sidney Crosby is nearing a return to the Pittsburgh Penguins lineup after missing the last 10 games. The team has managed a 4-3-3 record during his absence, maintaining a playoff position in the Eastern Conference. While his status for Monday's game against the Colorado Avalanche remains potential, his return, alongside Evgeni Malkin, provides a significant boost for the Penguins as they navigate a challenging stretch of their schedule.
Anze Kopitar made history Saturday, scoring two power-play goals in a 6-4 loss to New Jersey to reach 1,308 career points, surpassing Marcel Dionne as the Kings' all-time leader. The 38-year-old veteran has 10 goals and 30 points in 51 games this season. He is currently ramping up offensively, generating four goals on 22 shots and five assists in his last 11 games. Kopitar also ranks 19th in the league with 551 faceoff wins and continues to anchor the top line with Artemi Panarin and Adrian Kempe.
Kaapo Kakko delivered a strong performance in Sunday's 6-2 victory over the Panthers, recording a goal on four shots and adding two assists, including one on the power play. The 25-year-old has been productive in March, tallying three goals and two assists over seven games. Across 49 contests this season, Kakko has accumulated 10 goals, 27 points, 70 shots on net, 26 hits, and a plus-10 rating while serving in a middle-six role for the Kraken.
