Marek Mazanec- Nashville Predators, G (Owned in 35.6% of ESPN leagues) Fantasy owners have been hesitant to jump on the Mazanec bandwagon, but he continues to provide stellar goaltending for Nashville during Pekka Rinne's absence. He has allowed 2 goals or fewer in regulation for eight straight starts, while his GAA and SP stand at 2.00 and 932 respectively. With not many starting goalie options readily available in most leagues, he is definitely worth a shot if you need short-term help. ~~Ryan Johansen-Columbus Blue Jackets, C (Owned in 35.4% of ESPN leagues) It's been a long time coming, but it appears that the player tabbed as the future franchise center for Columbus is finally playing up to his vast potential. With 6 points in the last 4 games and 19 points overall, the 22-year old is joining the ranks of the fantasy relevant. He has found a niche on the power-play, as his 8 points with the man-advantage in 27 games have already surpassed his career total of 5 in the previous 2 seasons. With 60-point upside for this season, you should snatch up this rising star. Gustav Nyquist- Detroit Red Wings, C (Owned in 36.9% of ESPN leagues) Nyquist has been an offensive catalyst for Detroit since his AHL call-up, collecting 4 goals and 1 assist in 6 games. He continues to get top line honors with Henrik Zetterberg and Johan Franzen, so fantasy owners need to scoop him up while the Detroit offense is on a tear. A quick note- even when Pavel Datsyuk returns from injury, Coach Babcock has hinted that he would continue playing him and Zetterberg on separate lines, so Nyquist's fantasy value should not be adversely affected. Nick Bonino- Anaheim Ducks, C (Owned in 22.1% of ESPN leagues) The 25-year old pivot is currently on a four-game point streak (1G/4A) and is on pace to easily establish a career-high in points with 19 points in 27 games. With the Ducks deep in the center position, Bonino has been getting mostly third-line minutes, but his promotion to the top power-play unit has boosted his offensive production. Known as a streaky scorer, this could be a great time to utilize him while he has been hot. Mark Giordano- Calgary Flames, D (Owned in 16.5% of ESPN leagues) Giordano has been out for the Flames with a broken ankle since October 21, but the talented defenseman practiced with the team over the weekend. He could be back as early as later in the week, which would be a big boost to a Calgary power-play which is missing the services of Dennis Wideman for 6-8 weeks.  With 9 points in his first 8 games prior to his injury, he was one of the better fantasy defenseman in the NHL. He did score 43 points in '10-11, so the offensive upside is there. If he is available on the waiver-wire, take a chance on him before everybody is aware of his imminent return. Quick!