During last night's game against Boston, Pittsburgh defender Kris Letang was apparently injured during the first period and left the contest, but did eventually return. In most instances, fantasy owners would be holding their breath, considering that Letang is arguably the elite fantasy option on defense these days. Prior to this season, he had accounted for 80 points in 86 games over a two-year span. Only Erik Karlsson of Ottawa stands in his way of being the clear-cut no. 1 offensive defenseman in the NHL. The story reads a bit differently in '13-14, as he has only recorded five points in 16 games. His offensive struggles have been made evident by his current six-game streak with no points and only three points for the entire month of November. His recent shortcomings have prompted Coach Dan Bylsma to promote defenseman Paul Martin to the top power-play, while dropping Letang to the second unit. Martin might be a nice player, but he doesn't possess half the skill of Letang, especially in terms of quarterbacking the power-play. He is more sound defensively and very adept in making the first pass, so the Penguins were electing to play it safe. Now, the word is that Martin sustained a lower-body injury during the overtime period last night, so he will likely miss time. He was having a solid season with 11 points in 23 games, so now the spotlight turns back on Letang. Will he turn it around soon? The answer is absolutely yes. With all of the Penguin's firepower healthy and starting to click, it's only a matter of time before Letang gets his share of points and starts to resemble the nearly point-per-game producer over the last 2 seasons. Parting Shots: Kevin Shattenkirk missed last night's game for St. Louis due to illness. He should be ready to go for their next game, so leave the rising defenseman in your starting lineups. With 16 points in 22 games, "Shats" is a legitimate elite fantasy option on defense.. James Wisniewski of Columbus returned to live action with a "bang", collecting 2 power-play assists. Start him with confidence, as he is off to a super start... Dustin Byfuglien has been erupting lately for Winnipeg, but where has Tobias Enstrom been? The diminutive Finn has been ice-cold with only 2 points in his last 18 games, but he should turn it around soon. Now is the time to "buy low" on him, while his fantasy value is low as possible.... Michael Del Zotto is back playing for the Rangers after being a healthy scratch for multiple games, but don't discount the rumors that he is being actively shopped. He might need a change of scenery, which might do wonders for his fantasy value.