Hedman has established himself as a core player in Tampa Bay and was awarded as such by management. According to the team, he leads all defensemen in every counting stat since joining the team.
Tyrell should remain a fixture in Tampa Bay, completing the shutdown duo of Adam Hall and Nate Thompson.
Turris-gate is finally over in Phoenix but his role with the team remains unclear. The youngster scored only 19 goals through 131 career games so his upside is also tough to determine. Expect a follow-up news item on his expected role with the club.
Percy figures to stay in the OHL through this year and get a crack at the big club during next year's training camp. The 25th overall pick already registered 17 points through 18 games with the Mississauga St. Michael's Majors.
Fredheim registered two points through 15 games and likely holds no fantasy hockey value. The Campbell River, BC native is an alumni of Colorado College currently in his second professional season.
Gallagher has followed up a strong preseason with 18 goals and 31 points through only 18 games with the Vancouver Giants. Look for him to get another long look before next season.
Coburn helps the Flyers prevent goals making this signing understandable. He has three assists through 14 games.
The Rangers need defensemen and Stralman needed a home. Look for the Swedish d-man to suit up for the Blue Shirts shortly.
Kronwall is now signed with the Red Wings through age 38. In long-term leagues he remains the successor to Hall-of-Fame defender Niklas Lidstrom. He should be owned in 100 percent of fantasy hockey leagues.
Miller has two assists through his first five games with the P-Bruins. He likely stays down in the minors, serving as depth for the big club.
Rask will remain with the Calgary Hitmen of the WHL. Look for him to challenge for a roster spot as soon as next season.
Mrazek will continue to play for the Ottawa 67s of the OHL this season.
Kunitz's contract is affordable and extends a solid scoring winger for a team heavy on centers (when healthy). Look for his usual 20-25 goals and for the veteran to miss a few games due to various injuries.
As an OHL player, Czarnik has no immediate fantasy hockey value.
As an AHL player, Czarnik has no immediate fantasy hockey value.
Bodie is likely a fill-in for Brian McGrattan in the AHL and will hold no fantasy hockey value.
Peverley is a big part of the top two lines and should see time on the top line as the season progresses. Last season he scored four goals and seven points through 23 games which projects to 15 goals and 25 points -- totals he clearly will surpass this season. With two goals through the first three games, he certainly makes a serviceable fantasy hockey option.
Huberdeau is certainly a player to watch as soon as next season. He holds no fantasy hockey value while playing in the QMJHL.
Certainly no fantasy hockey value in the ECHL. Hopefully the former captain works hard and gets back into the NHL.
Palat scored 39 goals and 96 points last season for the Drummondville Voltigeurs of the QMJHL. He figures to add depth to the Lightning's minor league affiliate Norfolk Admirals
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