Colin Wilson LW, Nashville- The 26-year old Predator showed plenty of promise last season, especially during a great December/January stretch where he picked up 23 points in 25 games. However, consistency has never been his strong suit and that hurts his long-term value in most fantasy formats. After starting with one helper in the first 5 games, he now has 5 over the last 7 contests. When streaking and logging top-six minutes, he makes for a strong fantasy play. Watch him closely as he could be pile up plenty of points over the next while.
Mikkel Boedker LW, Arizona- With the young guns leading the way early, many fantasy owners have already given up on the talented German winger. While practically invisible over the first two weeks, his hat trick in the romp over Ottawa and four goals over the last three games could be a sign of him waking up. If he is available, consider scooping him up as he should be the main offensive contributor for the Coyotes moving forward and would have broken out last season if not for a rash of injuries slowing him down.
Mike Cammalleri LW, New Jersey
As streaky as they come, Cammy has led the way for Jersey's recent resurgence with a current four-game point streak(2G/6A) and 11 points overall in the eight games. Don't let his diminutive size fool you- this man can score and has regularly in his long NHL career. It's just that playing for a weak offensive team like the Devils generally limits your scoring ceiling and an extensive injury history has also further waned on his recent offensive numbers. He could help in the short-term but consider him no more than a 5th or 6th fantasy forward
Adam Henrique, New Jersey: A 25-goal effort in '13-14 was supposed to be a precursor to a bigger breakout season but it never materialized for the budding Devil's pivot. However the 5th year forward is off to a rocking start with 9 points in the first 8 games, fueling hopes of a true breakout for his fantasy owners. Based on what Henrique has already accomplished in his career, 55-60 points should easily be in reach given that he stays healthy. Keeping up the chemistry between Cammalleri would also help.
Ryan Murray D, Columbus: The former 3rd overall draft pick has yet to realize his vast potential but has been sparked in the early going by the coaching change to John Tortorella. He has been known to ride his talented players so maybe Murray will get the a big uptick in minutes and be out in a favorable position to succeed. So far under Torts, he has three points in two games and is playing on the top power-play unit. If he can stay healthy, a career season could be underway for Murray.
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