Alex Nedeljkovic G SJ Sat 3/23/24 8:07 AM
Alex Nedeljkovic
G SJ
Nedeljkovic stopped all three shots he faced after replacing Tristan Jarry early in the third period of Friday's 4-2 loss to the Stars.
EDGE Analysis
It's the third time in March that Nedeljkovic has been needed in relief, as Jarry is mired in perhaps the worst stretch of his career at the worst possible time for the Penguins' playoff chances. Unfortunately, Nedeljkovic hasn't played well enough to make a real push to take over the starting role, posting a 4.07 GAA and .843 save percentage over his past six outings.
Alex Nedeljkovic G SJ Sun 3/17/24 9:54 PM
Alex Nedeljkovic
G SJ
Nedeljkovic stopped 25 of 28 shots in Sunday's 6-3 win over the Red Wings.
EDGE Analysis
Nedeljkovic allowed a goal on only the second shot of the game but he was solid for the remainder of the outing. The Penguins provided offensive support for him and kept the high danger shots to a minimum as he finished with an .893 save percentage. This was Nedeljkovic's first win since Feb. 15 as his playing time is limited due to Tristan Jarry being the clear No. 1 netminder. Pittsburgh will face the Devils on Tuesday on the road so expect Jarry to be back between the pipes.
Alex Nedeljkovic G SJ Sun 3/17/24 4:06 PM
Alex Nedeljkovic
G SJ
Nedeljkovic will protect the home net Sunday versus the Red Wings, Penguins play-by-play announcer Josh Getzoff reports.
EDGE Analysis
Nedeljkovic has gone 1-3-2 over his past nine outings, which includes two relief appearances. He has allowed 27 goals on 202 shots for an .866 save percentage during that span. In 23 contests this campaign, Nedeljkovic has a 9-6-4 record with a 2.95 GAA and a .904 save percentage. Detroit ranks seventh in the league this season with 3.39 goals per game.
Alex Nedeljkovic G SJ Sat 3/16/24 7:24 PM
Alex Nedeljkovic
G SJ
Nedeljkovic stopped all four shots he faced after replacing Tristan Jarry early in the third period of Saturday's 7-4 loss to the Rangers.
EDGE Analysis
The game had already slipped away from Pittsburgh when Nedeljkovic came in, but he at least didn't let things get any worse. The 28-year-old netminder has only gotten two starts in nine March games, but he's entered two contests in relief. His .817 save percentage in those outings doesn't make a strong case for a bigger role, but with Jarry also struggling and the Penguins' playoff hopes fading, Nedeljkovic might see an uptick in his workload.
Alex Nedeljkovic G SJ Sat 3/9/24 9:17 PM
Alex Nedeljkovic
G SJ
Nedeljkovic made 18 saves in a 5-1 loss to Boston on Saturday.
EDGE Analysis
The Penguins mismanaged the game, leaving Nedeljkovic vulnerable to the strong Bruins squad. He hasn't won since Feb. 15, going 0-2-1 in his past four appearances and allowing 18 goals in that span. Fantasy managers may need to keep him on the bench until he gets things right. Outings like this can sink an entire week.
Alex Nedeljkovic G SJ Sat 3/9/24 1:08 PM
Alex Nedeljkovic
G SJ
Nedeljkovic will guard the road goal Saturday versus Boston.
EDGE Analysis
Nedeljkovic will get the first half of Pittsburgh's back-to-back, which could put Tristan Jarry in goal for Sunday's home matchup versus Edmonton. The 28-year-old Nedeljkovic has a 9-5-4 record this season with a 2.87 GAA and a .908 save percentage over 21 games played. Boston is tied for 10th in the league this campaign with 3.29 goals per contest.
Alex Nedeljkovic G SJ Fri 3/8/24 1:07 AM
Alex Nedeljkovic
G SJ
Nedeljkovic allowed two goals on seven shots in Thursday's 6-0 loss to the Capitals.
EDGE Analysis
Nedeljkovic wasn't at his best in Thursday's relief appearance, though Tristan Jarry was ultimately saddled with a loss in the shutout defeat. It was just the second appearance for Nedeljkovic in Pittsburgh's last seven games -- he has just one win in seven outings since Jan. 11. The 28-year-old netminder is 9-5-4 with a .908 save percentage and 2.87 GAA while backing up Jarry this season. Nedeljkovic should get another opportunity later this week with the Penguins playing back-to-back games against Boston and Edmonton on Saturday and Sunday, respectively.
Alex Nedeljkovic G SJ Mon 3/4/24 1:20 AM
Alex Nedeljkovic
G SJ
Nedeljkovic stopped 31 of 37 shots in Sunday's 6-1 loss to the Oilers.
EDGE Analysis
Nedeljkovic had an unenviable position Sunday, starting behind a team that had lost in heartbreaking fashion in Calgary less than 24 hours earlier. The Penguins put together a punchless effort, and Nedeljkovic couldn't bail them out. He's lost four of his last five outings and is now at 9-5-4 with a 2.85 GAA and a .910 save percentage through 20 appearances. The Penguins return home for their next game Tuesday versus the Blue Jackets.
Alex Nedeljkovic G SJ Sun 3/3/24 7:23 PM
Alex Nedeljkovic
G SJ
Nedeljkovic will patrol the blue paint in Edmonton on Sunday.
EDGE Analysis
Nedeljkovic will make his first start since Feb. 20 when he coughed up five goals on 33 shots in a loss to the Islanders. The 28-year-old is 9-4-4 with a 2.67 GAA and a .915 save percentage through 19 appearances this season. He's gone 1-1-2 over his last four starts despite posting a solid .910 save percentage during that stretch.
Alex Nedeljkovic G SJ Wed 2/21/24 11:03 AM
Alex Nedeljkovic
G SJ
Nedeljkovic turned aside 28 shots in Tuesday's 5-4 overtime loss to the Islanders.
EDGE Analysis
The Isles seemed to have a book on Nedeljkovic, beating him consistently on longer-range shots to the blocker side, including on the OT winner by Adam Pelech for the defenseman's first goal of the season. Nedeljkovic has only one win in his last four starts, going 1-1-2 while stopping 11 of 122 shots (.910 save percentage), but with Tristan Jarry also scuffling a bit and having lost three straight, the duo may work in a timeshare in the short term.