Mikko Rantanen was on the move once again ahead of the trade deadline and signed an extension with the Stars. Shawn Hutchinson outlines the fantasy implications of moves from around the league.
Evan Berofsky's waiver wire picks this week include Josh Norris, whose fantasy value has long been affected by his health.
The week's best waiver pickups include Quinton Byfield, who offers upside from his points and pucks on net, which have been on the rise since the beginning of February.
Jeremy Swayman should get at least two starts this week. Michael Finewax previews the week ahead in the NHL.
Evan Berofsky's pickups this week include Jeff Skinner, whose work with Leon Draisaitl as his center the last two matchups resulted in a goal, two assists and four shots.
Evan Berofsky recommends players with multiple games before the 4 Nations Face-Off starts, including Utah forward Nick Schmaltz, who should post sufficient stats as a lead player in all attacking situations.
Evan Berofsky's pickups this week include JJ Peterka, who's getting plenty of attention thanks to three goals, a helper, four shots and a plus-6 on Tuesday.
Juraj Slafkovsky has been consistent with 10 points in his last 18 games, and Evan Berofsky is expecting more output from him soon.
Evan Berofsky highlights the best pickups this week and notes that as a lead in all attacking situations on a strong top-six, Marco Rossi deserves to be on more rosters.
Jonathan Huberdeau started the season slow, but his recent hot streak makes him worthy of a pickup in most fantasy leagues.
The New Year brings new waiver wire additions, including LA's Quinton Byfield who receives plenty of ice time and is eligible at all three forward spots in Yahoo! leagues.
On a one-game slate, Jesper Bratt's 19 points in his last 14 games are worth chasing when constructing DraftKings NHL DFS Showdown lineups on Wednesday, January 1.
Steven Stamkos has found his game since moving back to center, with four goals and five assists over his last nine games.
This week's top waiver wire choices include Panthers forward Anton Lundell who has provided across-the-board output with four assists, nine shots, 12 PIM, 13 hits and five blocks across five contests.
The Christmas break means short schedules for many teams this week, including the Avalanche, who play just once.
Nico Hischier and his New Jersey linemates have been selected for Saturday's FanDuel NHL DFS slate.
Dawson Mercer has five points in his last five games and has a fantastic matchup on Sunday, making him a great value play for DraftKings NHL DFS contests.
Sam Reinhart has 21 points on the season and is riding a four-game goal-scoring streak, making him a top option for Thursday FanDuel NHL DFS contests.