Fantasy owners should plan not to have Penguin's star winger James Neal in their lineups this week, as he will be facing a probable suspension for kneeing Boston's Brad Marchand on Saturday.He will be awaiting a phone interview from the Department of Player Safety this afternoon, so you are probably looking at a few games. With 20 points in 16 games, Neal has reached elite fantasy status, but his bone-headed move will likely cost his owners for this week.
Patrick Was Plenty "Sharp": While the big news of the night centered on Chicago goalie Corey Crawford leaving the contest with a LBI, Patrick Sharp led the Blackhawk's offense with 2G/1A in the 6-2 win over Florida. Prior to his huge effort, he had collected only 4 points in the last 10 games-all goals. He and Jonathan Toews(2A) have been quiet in the scoring department, but maybe this game will wake them up. With 4 games for Chicago in the upcoming scoring period and the three-game losing streak over, expect some hefty returns from your Chicago fantasy options this week.
"Hot" Goalie in Minny: Josh Harding continues his exceptional goaltending for the Wild, stopping 37 of 38 shots in the 3-1 win over visiting San Jose. With 3 straight wins at home, allowing just 4 goals during that stretch, his record stands at 16-4-3 with a 1.50 GAA and a .938 SP. It's all but official that Harding has stolen the top job for the Wild. Nothing ground-breaking in that announcement, but Harding owners should enjoy the ride.
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