Barabanov scored a goal in Tuesday's 4-1 win over the Flames.

EDGE Analysis

Barabanov struck just 47 seconds into the second period on a stretch pass from Brent Burns. The goal was Barabanov's first of the year, but he's added four helpers in seven contests. The Russian has seen top-six minutes throughout the Sharks' COVID-19 outbreak, although the cavalry is expected to return Saturday against the Avalanche, so fantasy managers probably don't need to keep a close eye on Barabanov's usage outside of DFS.

Barabanov recorded a power-play assist and went minus-2 in Thursday's 5-3 loss to the Blues.

EDGE Analysis

Barabanov earned the secondary helper on Brent Burns' first-period tally. The 27-year-old Barabanov has made an impact since joining the lineup. He has assists in four of his five contests this year despite logging just one shot on goal. With such a low shot volume, fantasy managers don't need to roster the Russian until he shows more promise in creating his own chances.

Barabanov recorded an assist and went plus-2 in Tuesday's 5-3 win over the Sabres.

EDGE Analysis

Barabanov hasn't solidified a spot in the lineup yet, but he's produced three assists in the four games he's played. The Russian adds little beyond offense -- he has a plus-2 rating, one shot on net, one hit and one blocked shot. The 27-year-old should continue to see middle-six usage while the Sharks' wing depth is tested by the team's COVID-19 outbreak.

Barabanov (lower body) won't play in Saturday's preseason tilt with Vegas but should be available Opening Night against the Jets on Oct. 16, Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now reports.

EDGE Analysis

While Barabanov saw action in just 22 games for the Maple Leafs and Sharks last year but is slated to take on a top-six role this season and could be a sneaky fantasy pickup. The 27-year-old winger may also log minutes with the power play, including the No. 1 unit, which would further bolster his fantasy value.

Barabanov (lower body) is considered day-to-day, Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Barabanov was dealing with a lower-body injury early on in camp, so it's possible this latest issue is related. Either way, his day-to-day label suggests Barabanov should be back on the ice sooner rather than later. The 27-year-old winger is expected to take on a significant role for the Sharks in 2021-22 after racking up three goals and seven points in nine games with San Jose following a late-season trade in 2020-21.

Barabanov (lower body) returned to practice Wednesday, Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Barabanov suffered a lower-body injury during Sunday's preseason loss to the Ducks, but whatever forced him from that contest evidently wasn't overly serious. The 27-year-old winger began the 2020-21 campaign with Toronto, picking up one helper in 13 contests before being traded to the Sharks in April, where he racked up three goals and seven points in just nine games. Barabanov will likely be a fixture in San Jose's middle six in 2021-22.

Barabanov suffered a lower-body injury and was labeled day-to-day by the team Monday, Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now reports.

EDGE Analysis

Barabanov saw action in nine games for the Sharks last year after being acquired from the Leafs in a minor-league player swap. The 27-year-old winger figures to split his time this upcoming season between the AHL and NHL which will prevent him from offering more than mid-range fantasy value.

Barabanov signed a one-year, $1 million contract extension with the Sharks on Wednesday, TSN reports.

EDGE Analysis

Barabanov has been great since being traded to San Jose at the deadline, racking up three goals and seven points through eight games. He'll likely continue to occupy a top-six role while seeing ample power-play time in 2021-22, which could give the 26-year-old forward sneaky fantasy value.

Barabanov scored a goal on four shots in Saturday's 5-4 overtime loss to the Coyotes.

EDGE Analysis

Barabanov tallied with 49 seconds left in regulation to force the extra session. The Russian forward has picked up three goals and four helpers in eight games with the Sharks this season. As long as he's working in a top-six role, Barabanov will be in a position to put up good scoring numbers.

Barabanov put up an assist and blocked two shots in Wednesday's 3-2 win over the Avalanche.

EDGE Analysis

Barabanov had the secondary helper on Tomas Hertl's first tally of the game. The 26-year-old Barabanov is thriving in a top-line role with the Sharks, recording two goals and four helpers in his last six games. He'll be an attractive DFS option for the remainder of the regular season since he also sees time on the power play.