Slavin scored the game-winning goal in overtime Tuesday in a 2-1 win over the Capitals in Game 1.

EDGE Analysis

He won it with a shot from the right point that found its way through traffic and under Logan Thompson's right pad at 3:06 of the extra frame. Slavin is a defender that every other team would love to have on its top pairing, but he's not a natural point getter. Still, he's on a three-game, three-point scoring streak that includes two goals and 14 shots. Slavin is tied with Shayne Gostisbehere as the Canes top scorer from the blue line this postseason.

Slavin notched a goal on two shots, two takeaways, three blocked shots and a plus-2 rating in Sunday's 5-2 win over New Jersey in Game 4.

EDGE Analysis

Slavin gave the Canes a 2-0 lead at 9:47 of the opening frame. His goal was highlight-reel worthy -- Slavin batted down a Stefan Noesen clearing attempt inside the blue line, swept the puck past the New Jersey forward, drove down the left wing wall and ripped one past Jacob Markstrom from a difficult angle. The 30-year-old Slavin has provided one goal, one assist, seven shots on net, seven blocked shots and a plus-2 rating over four playoff contests. The all-world defenseman's 24:12 of ice time per game is 1:41 more than any other Carolina blueliner in this first-round series, which highlights how important he is to the team's success.

Slavin notched an assist and three shots on goal in Sunday's 4-1 win over the Devils in Game 1.

EDGE Analysis

Slavin will be relied on for his defense during the playoffs, but he can chip in some offense as well. The defenseman had three assists over his last seven regular-season appearances before resting for two games leading into the postseason. He had a total of 27 points, 110 shots on net, 136 blocked shots and a plus-16 rating over 80 regular-season outings in a top-pairing role.

Slavin (rest) will play in Game 1 against New Jersey on Sunday, according to Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site.

EDGE Analysis

Slavin concluded the 2024-25 regular season with six goals, 27 points, 110 shots on net and 136 blocked shots in 80 appearances. He will log heavy minutes as a top-pairing defender in the playoffs after missing Carolina's final two regular-season outings for some extra rest.

Slavin (rest) isn't expected to suit up for Thursday's regular-season finale against Ottawa, Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Slavin appeared in each of the Hurricanes' first 80 games of the season, but he'll rest in a second consecutive matchup to close out the year. He logged six goals, 21 assists, 136 blocked shots and 21 hits while averaging 21:34 of ice time, and he should be back in action for Game 1 of the Hurricanes' first-round series against the Devils on Sunday.

Slavin (rest) won't play Wednesday versus Montreal.

EDGE Analysis

Slavin has six goals and 27 points over 80 outings in 2024-25. The 30-year-old is getting a game off ahead of the playoffs. He might draw back into the lineup Thursday against Ottawa.

Slavin logged two assists in Friday's 5-3 loss to the Red Wings.

EDGE Analysis

Slavin helped out on goals by Eric Robinson and Brent Burns for his first multi-point effort since March 2 against the Flames. The 30-year-old Slavin has three helpers over the last three games and may be picking up the pace after a rough March. The defenseman is up to six goals, 20 helpers, 101 shots on net, 132 blocked shots and a plus-20 rating across 75 appearances.

Slavin posted a shorthanded assist in Sunday's 6-4 win over the Islanders.

EDGE Analysis

Slavin's helper came on a Seth Jarvis tally late in the second period. This ended an 11-game drought for Slavin, who collected 16 shots on net, 23 blocked shots and a plus-2 rating over that span. The 30-year-old continues to fill a primarily defensive role for the Hurricanes as their top shutdown blueliner, but he's usually good for a little more offense. This season, he has 24 points, 100 shots on net, 129 blocks and a plus-19 rating through 73 appearances.

Slavin scored a goal and recorded an assist in Sunday's 2-1 overtime win over the Flames.

EDGE Analysis

Slavin broke the deadlock for the Hurricanes with a snap shot in the final minute of the second period to give the Hurricanes the lead, and he also set up the game-winning goal, scored by Sebastian Aho, with only 1:44 left in overtime. Slavin has only four points over nine games since the beginning of February, though, so he's not likely to be a regular fantasy contributor going forward.

Slavin scored a goal on four shots in Saturday's 6-3 loss to the Maple Leafs.

EDGE Analysis

Slavin's defense was on display for the world to see during his time with Team USA during the 4 Nations Face-Off. The 30-year-old didn't have a point during the tournament, but offense has never been his calling card. Even with that being the case, his NHL play has been pretty good lately -- he has four goals and 11 points over 20 outings since the start of January. For the season, he's at 21 points, 75 shots on net, 98 blocked shots and a plus-11 rating through 57 appearances. Fantasy managers don't need to buy the hype from talking heads; Slavin is an excellent on-ice player, but he's not a one-size-fits-all option in the virtual game. Roster him for blocks, and consider him if you're in a deeper format, but remember that a 30-point pace is typically the expectation.