Carlson recorded an assist in Saturday's 4-2 win over the Panthers.

EDGE Analysis

The 26-year-old defenseman is starting to find his rhythm after a troubling start, as he now has four assists and 11 shots in his last four games. Quarterbacking Washington's top power-play unit, the U.S. Olympian should be one of the top offensive defensemen in fantasy circles this year even with the sluggish start, and a 40-50 point campaign is still very much in reach so play him with confidence.