Erik Haula C NSH Mon 12/26/16 11:49 AM
Erik Haula
C NSH
Haula (lower body) will likely join the team for their trip to Nashville on Tuesday, Michael Russo of the Star Tribune reports.
EDGE Analysis
Haula has been sidelined for the Wild's previous three matchups and while it remains unclear whether he will suit up against the Predators, fantasy owners should be encouraged by the fact that the center is at least in the conversation. When healthy, the 25-year-old has garnered 10 points in 23 contests and offers solid, mid-range fantasy value.
Erik Haula C NSH Tue 12/20/16 12:55 PM
Erik Haula
C NSH
Haula (lower body) will miss Minnesota's next three games, Michael Russo of the Star Tribune reports.
EDGE Analysis
With the 25-year-old pivot slated to miss at least one week of action, recently recalled Pat Cannone will likely make his NHL debut Tuesday against the Avalanche, and he could stick with the big club until Haula is healthy enough to play. Although Haula's absence will test the Wild's depth at forward, it likely won't be felt by fantasy owners, as his limited offensive upside -- 10 points in 23 games this season -- keeps him from being a desirable option in most formats.
Erik Haula C NSH Mon 12/19/16 1:31 PM
Erik Haula
C NSH
Haula (lower body) won't play in Tuesday's matchup with the Avalanche.
EDGE Analysis
The forward's MRI results aren't yet in, so a long term picture isn't yet available, but for the short term, he won't play. With only 10 points in 23 games, averaging 14:13 per game, even when he's healthy he isn't a great start, so be very cautious with him banged up. His next chance to play will come on Thursday against Montreal.
Erik Haula C NSH Sat 12/17/16 6:08 PM
Erik Haula
C NSH
The Wild won't provide an update on Haula's (lower body) status until Monday.
EDGE Analysis
Haula left Saturday's game in the first period after taking an awkward hit from Arizona's Jakob Chychrun, and wasn't able to return to the contest. The 25-year-old pivot's potential availability for Tuesday's matchup with Colorado should become clearer once Minnesota releases anpther update on his status Monday.
Erik Haula C NSH Sat 12/17/16 3:23 PM
Erik Haula
C NSH
Haula sustained a lower-body injury Saturday afternoon against the Coyotes, Michael Russo of the Star Tribune reports. He is questionable to return to the contest.
EDGE Analysis
Haula's injury prevented him from coming out for the second period. Hopefully the injury doesn't keep the Finn off the ice for long, as he's a blue-collar pivot utilized on the penalty kill. Meanwhile, expect more ice time from Tyler Graovac with Haula being checked out in the training room.
Erik Haula C NSH Wed 11/30/16 11:37 AM
Erik Haula
C NSH
Haula had a goal and an assist in 12:59 of ice time in Tuesday's loss to Vancouver.
EDGE Analysis
After one point in his first six games, Haula has turned his season around with three goals and an assist in his last five games.
Erik Haula C NSH Tue 11/22/16 2:21 AM
Erik Haula
C NSH
Haula scored his second goal of the season during Monday's loss to Dallas.
EDGE Analysis
Haula missed seven games with a lower-body injury earlier this year and is struggling offensively (just four points through 11 games). He is unlikely to receive enough offensive opportunities from his bottom-six role to move the needle in many fantasy settings and is probably best left to the waiver wire and off your lineups in daily contests.
Erik Haula C NSH Thu 11/10/16 12:55 PM
Erik Haula
C NSH
Haula (lower body) will be in the lineup Thursday night against the Penguins, Michael Russo of the Star Tribune reports.
EDGE Analysis
Haula returns to action after missing the last seven games. His absence allowed the Wild to sample prospect Joel Eriksson Ek in the top six, though the Swede has since been working on the third line. Before getting hurt, Haula was able to produce two points in four games as part of this 2016-17 campaign, making him a sneaky option for reactivation, particularly in daily formats.
Erik Haula C NSH Wed 11/9/16 1:11 PM
Erik Haula
C NSH
Haula (lower body) will be a game-time decision against Pittsburgh on Thursday.
EDGE Analysis
Haula, who has missed the last seven outings, has registered two points in the four games in which he has been on the ice. Once the winger is cleared to return, he figures to resume being a top-six player. If the 25-year-old does not suit up Thursday, Zack Mitchell or Christoph Bertschy are the most likely replacements in the depth chart.
Erik Haula C NSH Mon 11/7/16 1:26 PM
Erik Haula
C NSH
Haula (lower body) is "slim" to return during the upcoming road trip, Michael Russo of the Star Tribune reports.
EDGE Analysis
The forward practiced on Monday, but still isn't quite ready to come back yet. If he doesn't end up playing on the road, his first opportunity at home will be against Calgary next Tuesday.