I don't know what it is with backup goalies in Anaheim, but they sure know how to make an entrance into the NHL. Last year it was Viktor Fasth's incredible start to the season and this year it looks like it is Frederik Andersen's turn to open some eyes. In just his third career start and 4th appearance, Andersen is now 4-0 after a neatly wrapped 2-1 victory over the New York Rangers. Andersen stopped 32 of 33, only letting in Michael Del Zotto's first of the year get by. Del Zotto has been a huge disappointment so far this season with only 3 points, but he has been showing some promise, especially with his end-to-end rush in last night's contest. Buy low candidate?.... The Ducks will have some decisions to make once Fasth returns from a lower body injury, but with games like last night, Andersen may be getting some more starts....RW Corey Perry scored his 9th goal on the season and now has 16 points ranking him 7th in league scoring. Perry has tremendous talent, but we expect his point-per-game pace will slow down....The bright spot for the Rangers, besides Henrik Lundqvist's continued fine play after a rough start, was LW Carl Hagelin. Unable to start the season on time because of injury, since his return, Hagelin has 4 points in 4 games, calming any doubts about his ability to play. In fact, his speed is such a tremendous asset; it was surely missed from the Ranger's lineup early on in the year. Hagelin assisted on MDZ's goal, so if you are need in forward depth, pick him up while he's hot.
More Fantasy Game Notes: Detroit Goaltender Jimmy Howard played lights out last night, too bad his team couldn't muster much against Jets' backup Al Montoya, losing 4-2 in Winnipeg. The win halted the Jets' 3-game losing streak and in the process put an end to Detroit's 3-game winning streak. Montoya is clearly the obvious choice to start some more games as starter Ondrej Pavelec play has been less than desirable. If you are in need of goaltending help, take a chance on Montoya, it may be only a matter of time before he gets the starting job....Detroit rookie D Danny DeKeyser scored his first NHL goal in the loss. He should be considered for dynasty keeper leagues and monitored for any progress this season.
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