DTDAdam Pelech D NYI Thu 4/17/25 12:13 PM
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Pelech (undisclosed) will sit out Thursday's season finale in Columbus, Andrew Gross of Newsday reports.
EDGE Analysis
Pelech was in the concussion protocol prior to Tuesday's tilt against Washington, and while he logged 18:06 of ice time, he could still be dealing with some effects. Pelech had 21 assists and 87 blocked shots over 60 games in 2024-25.
DTDAdam Pelech D NYI Tue 4/15/25 11:38 AM
DTDAdam Pelech
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Pelech cleared concussion protocol and will be available versus Washington on Tuesday, Stefen Rosner of NHL.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Pelech will avoid missing any games after being forced to exit Sunday's clash with the Devils after just 9:06 of ice time. The 30-year-old defenseman is not exactly known for his offensive upside, as evidenced by the fact that he has yet to find the back of the net in 59 games this season. Pelech has rushed out 21 helpers, however, getting him back over the 20-point threshold for the third time in the last four years.
DTDAdam Pelech D NYI Sun 4/13/25 3:18 PM
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Pelech (upper body) won't return to Sunday's game versus New Jersey.
EDGE Analysis
Pelech sustained the injury after being on the receiving end of a high hit from Paul Cotter early in the second period. The 30-year-old Pelech entered Sunday's matchup with 21 assists, 107 shots on goal, 86 blocked shots and 73 hits in 58 appearances this season. It's unclear if he will play in the Islanders' final two outings of the regular season. If Pelech is out, Adam Boqvist, Mike Reilly or Scott Perunovich could play against Washington on Tuesday.
DTDAdam Pelech D NYI Fri 4/11/25 2:24 PM
DTDAdam Pelech
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Pelech managed an assist, three shots on goal and a minus-5 rating in Thursday's 9-2 loss to the Rangers.
EDGE Analysis
While Pelech got on the scoresheet, this was an ugly defensive performance for him and defense partner Ryan Pulock. The 30-year-old Pelech has four helpers and a plus-2 rating over the last seven contests, and he remains a steady part of the Islanders' lineup. For the season, he's at 21 assists, 106 shots on net, 84 blocked shots, 72 hits and a plus-5 rating through 57 outings.
DTDAdam Pelech D NYI Sun 3/30/25 10:01 PM
DTDAdam Pelech
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Pelech notched an assist and went plus-2 in Sunday's 6-4 loss to the Hurricanes.
EDGE Analysis
Pelech was a bright spot for the Islanders in an otherwise poor defensive showing. This was his second game in a row with a helper. The 30-year-old defenseman is up to 19 assists this season while adding 99 shots on net, 78 blocked shots, 70 hits and a plus-6 rating through 52 appearances. He hasn't scored a goal, but he could still get to the 20-point mark for the fourth time in his 10-year career.
DTDAdam Pelech D NYI Sat 3/29/25 11:44 PM
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Pelech logged an assist, two shots on goal and two blocked shots in Saturday's 5-3 loss to the Lightning.
EDGE Analysis
The helper was Pelech's first point in six games since he returned from missing a contest due to a lower-body injury. The 30-year-old has continued to play a shutdown role in the Islanders' top four. He's up to 18 points (all assists) with 98 shots on net, 77 blocked shots, 70 hits, 28 PIM and a plus-4 rating across 51 appearances this season. Pelech can aid fantasy managers chasing physical categories, and he may even chip in a point here or there.
DTDAdam Pelech D NYI Tue 3/18/25 1:32 PM
DTDAdam Pelech
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Pelech (lower body) will play against Pittsburgh on Tuesday, according to Rachel Luscher of the Islanders' official site.
EDGE Analysis
After a one-game absence, Pelech will play alongside Tony DeAngelo in Tuesday's matchup because Alexander Romanov (illness) is unavailable. The 30-year-old Pelech has 17 assists, 87 shots on goal, 65 blocked shots and 68 hits across 45 appearances this season.
DTDAdam Pelech D NYI Sun 3/16/25 11:07 AM
DTDAdam Pelech
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Pelech (lower body) won't play Sunday against Florida, Andrew Gross of Newsday reports.
EDGE Analysis
The Islanders will be shorthanded on the blue line with both Pelech and Adam Boqvist (upper body) out. Scott Mayfield and Mike Reilly will likely round out the Isles' defensive corps Sunday. Pelech has 17 assists in 45 games this year.
DTDAdam Pelech D NYI Wed 3/12/25 3:34 AM
DTDAdam Pelech
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Pelech notched an assist, two hits and two PIM in Tuesday's 4-1 loss to the Kings.
EDGE Analysis
Pelech has a helper in two of his last three games. The 30-year-old defenseman helped out on an Anders Lee tally in the second period. For the season, Pelech has racked up 17 assists, 87 shots on net, 68 hits, 61 blocked shots and a plus-6 rating over 44 appearances. He appears to be safe in the lineup, especially after Adam Boqvist (undisclosed) left Tuesday's game early.
DTDAdam Pelech D NYI Sun 3/9/25 4:14 AM
DTDAdam Pelech
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Pelech posted an assist, two blocked shots, two PIM and a plus-2 rating in Saturday's 4-2 win over the Sharks.
EDGE Analysis
This was Pelech's first point over four outings in March. The 30-year-old defenseman won't typically put up big scoring numbers -- it's his physical and defensive play that draws modest attention in deep fantasy formats. For the season, Pelech has 16 helpers, 82 shots on net, 66 hits, 60 blocked shots and a plus-6 rating over 42 appearances. While the Islanders are currently carrying nine blueliners on the roster, it doesn't look like Pelech is in any danger of slipping out of the lineup.