Eriksson won't be available when the Bruins take on the Sharks tonight. He left Wednesday's game after being hit high by Sabres forward John Scott. Brad Marchand moves back to the second line with Eriksson out.
Bruins general manager Peter Chiarelli issued an update following the game, saying that “Loui is staying overnight in Buffalo for precautionary reasons. He is expected to return to Boston (today).” It is safe to assume that Eriksson will not play tonight vs. San Jose.
The Bruins needed a winger and Eriksson certainly fits that bill. The durable forward will be a sought after fantasy winger especially if he maintains his dual wing eligibility.
Turns out Eriksson will play after all. The skilled winger scored 18 goals and 50 points in 59 games.
Eriksson will miss tonight's game due to family reasons. The skilled winger scored 18 goals and 50 points in 59 games.
Eriksson moves back onto the Ribeiro line. In 52 games, the sniper has 17 goals and 44 points. Doubtful this move adversely effects his fantasy hockey value.
Eriksson moves down to the second line. He has 17 goals and 44 points through 51 games.
Eriksson is reunited with Jamie Benn on the top line. The sniping winger has 17 goals and 44 points through 50 games.
Eriksson switches to the right side and moves up to the top line. The Swedish sniper has nine goals and 17 points through 17 games.
Eriksson had three goals and four assists and was plus-7 [Dallas Morning News]
At a 95 percent ownership in Yahoo! leagues, Eriksson won't be found on the waiver wire. Regardless, he remains one of the more consistent second liners in the League.
Good news for Eriksson owners as he might have respectable linemates now. Last season he scored 27 goals and 73 points over 79 while playing mostly next to Brad Richards.
Eriksson practiced on the third line today, skating with two defensive specialists. Last season he scored 27 goals and 73 points over 79 while playing mostly next to Brad Richards. While the Stars are aiming to even out their top three lines, it certainly hurts his fantasy hockey worth.
Good news for the Stars, who already have their captain listed as day-to-day. Last season Eriksson scored 27 goals and 73 points, hitting 70 for the second consecutive season. Expect a slight drop in production should he remain on the second line.
