Nic Dowd

Dowd took a significant step forward in his career during the 2020-21 campaign. The 31-year-old enjoyed breakout success as a goal-scorer, posting career highs in goals (11) and shooting percentage (16.2%), which was the driving force behind his 15 points in 56 games. Just as notably, the 31-year-old -- anchoring Washington's potent fourth line with Carl Hagelin and Garnet Hathaway-- emerged as one of the league's better faceoff specialists, winning 56.3% of 768 faceoffs taken. Entering the final year of his contract, the Alabama native has become arguably the most important defensive player on the Capitals and should get plenty of usage as a result. Those in deeper leagues that track faceoff prowess might find some value in the 31-year-old, but the lack of offensive upside limits Dowd's fantasy appeal in standard leagues.