Colin Wilson C FA Sun 3/26/17 5:04 AM
Colin Wilson
C FA
Wilson finished with three assists and a plus-3 rating in Saturday's 7-2 win against the Sharks.
EDGE Analysis
Wilson went 12 straight games without a multi-point game, now he has two or more points in each of his past two outings. He started the season rather slowly, but he is now up to five goals with 13 points over his past 17 games. That's not bad production for those in fantasy pools of 12 or more teams.
Colin Wilson C FA Fri 3/24/17 12:05 AM
Colin Wilson
C FA
Wilson notched two assists in a game for the second time this season Thursday against Calgary.
EDGE Analysis
After a disappointing season last year, Wilson is getting back on track with his 28th and 29th points of the year. Over his past 22 games he's scored 11 points with a plus-7 rating, which is still underwhelming for the former 20-goal scorer, but continues to get top-six and power-play ice time from head coach Peter Laviolette. He's been off the fantasy radar this season but should continue to get better as he heads into his prime.
Colin Wilson C FA Sat 3/18/17 5:09 PM
Colin Wilson
C FA
Wilson (lower body) will rejoin the lineup Saturday in Carolina, NHL.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
The versatile power forward may not knock your socks off in terms of offensive output -- he's gathered 12 goals and 17 assists in 60 games -- but he does contribute on the power play (six goals, one assist) and makes the Predators play quicker as a group. It'll be safe to use him in fantasy land once again.
Colin Wilson C FA Thu 3/16/17 1:25 PM
Colin Wilson
C FA
Wilson will miss Thursday's contest against the Capitals due to a lower-body, Adam Vingan of The Tennessean reports.
EDGE Analysis
This means that a spot on the second power-play unit is up for grabs. Look for P.A. Parenteau to occupy the left-wing spot on the third line, while Kevin Fiala assumes the role on the man advantage. Wilson should be considered day-to-day for now.
Colin Wilson C FA Wed 3/8/17 11:08 AM
Colin Wilson
C FA
Wilson scored a goal for the third time in his last five games Tuesday against the Ducks.
EDGE Analysis
Wilson has really picked up the pace of late, with seven points in his last 10 games. He likely won't match his career-high 42 points from two seasons ago, but something in the mid-30's seems likely at this point. Lately, Wilson has been benefiting from playing on a line with Calle Jarnkrok and James Neal, as the trio have teamed up for a combined 39 points over their last 20 games.
Colin Wilson C FA Sun 2/19/17 10:54 AM
Colin Wilson
C FA
Wilson snapped a three-game pointless skid with a goal and an assist during Saturday's 5-2 loss to the Wild.
EDGE Analysis
That makes six points in 10 games for Wilson since he returned from an eight-game absence in January due to a mystery ailment. He's seeing roughly 15 minutes of ice time per game these days playing on the Preds' second line, including a modest amount power-play time. Wilson is a notoriously streaky scorer, but he might be able to help you in deeper formats right now given his current level of output.
Colin Wilson C FA Tue 1/31/17 10:27 PM
Colin Wilson
C FA
Wilson scored a power-play goal and added an assist during Tuesday's loss to Pittsburgh.
EDGE Analysis
It was Wilson's first multi-point game since Dec. 13, and the offensive outburst improved him to seven goals and 20 points through 41 games for the campaign. Those numbers hardly move the fantasy needle, and Wilson is eyeing his second consecutive underwhelming season. There aren't many settings where he's a worthwhile own.
Colin Wilson C FA Tue 1/24/17 2:59 PM
Colin Wilson
C FA
Wilson (undisclosed) was taken off injured reserve Tuesday, Adam Vingan of The Tennessean reports.
EDGE Analysis
Wilson figures to slot back into the lineup against the Sabres on Tuesday not only in a top-six role, but also on the power play where he has notched three goals. Prior to getting hurt, the winger has managed a mere two points in his previous 10 outings and has given fantasy owners little reason to be utilized in their lineups.
Colin Wilson C FA Sun 1/22/17 1:13 PM
Colin Wilson
C FA
Wilson (undisclosed) took part in the team's morning skate Sunday but was not part of the lines. As a result, he will likely miss the evening's contest against the Wild.
EDGE Analysis
Wilson's presence on the ice Sunday morning suggest he's nearing a return to the lineup, but it doesn't appear that will be the case until Tuesday at the earliest. Even when healthy, the 27-year-old winger remains a fantasy option mainly in deeper formats given his 17 points (six goals, 11 assists) through 38 gmes this season.
Colin Wilson C FA Mon 1/16/17 5:12 PM
Colin Wilson
C FA
Wilson (undisclosed) took the ice for a skate just after the Predators' practice Monday, Adam Vingan of The Tennesseean reports.
EDGE Analysis
Wilson has missed each of the last four games due to the undisclosed issue, but his presence on the ice following Monday's practice session suggests he's making progress in his recovery. However, given that he wasn't available for practice, it seems unlikely he will be available Tuesday and his return to the lineup will likely be preceded by a return to practice.