Jacob Markstrom G NJ Mon 2/25/19 2:29 PM
Jacob Markstrom
G NJ
Markstrom will get the nod over Thatcher Demko against the Ducks on Monday.
EDGE Analysis
Markstrom will be making his sixth straight appearance between the pipes, despite having posted a 2.60 GAA and 1-3-1 record over that stretch. If Vancouver finds itself eliminated from playoff contention, the Swede could lose some starts to Demko, as the team tries to determine if the youngster is the future in goal.
Jacob Markstrom G NJ Sun 2/24/19 12:57 AM
Jacob Markstrom
G NJ
Markstrom let in three goals on 22 shots in a 4-0 loss to the Islanders on Saturday.
EDGE Analysis
The Canucks peppered Islanders goalie Robin Lehner throughout the game, but never managed to give their masked man support. Markstrom has surrendered three goals in each of his last four games. He has a 22-18-7 record with a 2.78 GAA and a .910 save percentage.
Jacob Markstrom G NJ Sat 2/23/19 3:39 PM
Jacob Markstrom
G NJ
Markstrom will patrol the crease Saturday as a home starter versus the Islanders, Brendan Batchelor of Sportsnet 650 reports.
EDGE Analysis
Markstrom reportedly will be countered by Robin Lehner, who happens to lead the league with a 2.14 GAA. The former is 22-17-7 with a 2.78 GAA and .911 save percentage through 46 games this season -- spin only a few digits around and Markstrom would be mirroring his ratios from a career-best 2017-18 campaign. Still, we can't say that we'd blame your average DFS player for fading the Swede on a night where he's pitted against the heavyweights of the Metropolitan Division.
Jacob Markstrom G NJ Fri 2/22/19 1:58 AM
Jacob Markstrom
G NJ
Markstrom played well with 35 saves on 38 shots, but still took the loss in overtime as the Canucks fell 3-2 to the Coyotes on Thursday.
EDGE Analysis
Markstrom held a lead into the third period, but the Coyotes found their way in the final frame and won the contest two minutes into overtime. Markstrom's record fell to 22-17-7 with a 2.78 GAA and a .911 save percentage. Markstrom will continue to receive the bulk of the starts in the Canucks' crease.
Jacob Markstrom G NJ Thu 2/21/19 2:50 PM
Jacob Markstrom
G NJ
Markstrom will defend the home net Thursday against the Coyotes.
EDGE Analysis
Over his last six appearances between the pipes, Markstrom has let in at least three goals in five, accumulating just a 2-3-1 record. His overall 22-17-1 mark this year has kept the Canucks within striking distance of a playoff spot, but the team has been fading in the standings with a 3-6-1 record over the last 10. Markstrom's best efforts have come at home this season (2.68 GAA and .914 save percentage), so a chance to get back in the win column awaits versus a lackluster Coyotes squad.
Jacob Markstrom G NJ Sat 2/16/19 3:06 PM
Jacob Markstrom
G NJ
Markstrom will tend twine on the road versus the Sharks on Saturday.
EDGE Analysis
Markstrom has a chance to tie a career high in wins, with the Swede's current total sitting at 22 through 44 games. His ratios -- 2.77 GAA and .911 save percentage -- aren't exactly stellar, but they've been good enough for Markstrom to keep a firm grip on the No. 1 job for a Canucks team that has a minus-17 goal differential on the season. He'll field pucks against a Sharks team that is tied with the Flames for first place in the Pacific Division at 75 points apiece.
Jacob Markstrom G NJ Fri 2/15/19 4:13 AM
Jacob Markstrom
G NJ
Markstrom made 35 saves against 38 shots Thursday, securing a 4-3 shootout win over Los Angeles.
EDGE Analysis
Markstrom posted another quality start in the second half of every goaltender's favorite two-game road trip this season (Southern California), and unlike his effort against the punchless Ducks, his teammates didn't waste his effort against the Kings. Lest you think his sharp outings are because of the (lack of) quality of his opposition, he also made 44 saves against the Flames' powerful offense last week. He's playing quality hockey between the pipes right now.
Jacob Markstrom G NJ Thu 2/14/19 8:26 PM
Jacob Markstrom
G NJ
Markstrom will guard the goal in Thursday's road game against the Kings, Jeff Paterson of TSN 1040 Vancouver reports.
EDGE Analysis
Markstrom was razor sharp in his last start Wednesday against Anaheim, stopping 21 of 22 shots, but he ultimately suffered his 22nd loss of the campaign due to a complete lack of goal support from his teammates. The Swedish netminder will look to stay dialed in and pick up his 22nd victory of the season in a favorable road matchup with a Kings team that's only averaging 2.65 goals per game at home this campaign, 30th in the NHL.
Jacob Markstrom G NJ Wed 2/13/19 3:29 PM
Jacob Markstrom
G NJ
Markstrom (lower body) will tend the twine for Wednesday's tilt in Anaheim.
EDGE Analysis
Markstrom was a late scratch from Vancouver's most recent contest, but has recovered in time to face a reeling Ducks squad, who have lost seven in a row. Anaheim scored just eight times during their losing run, making Wednesday's matchup look like a favorable one for Markstrom.
Jacob Markstrom G NJ Sat 2/9/19 8:19 PM
Jacob Markstrom
G NJ
Markstrom has been confirmed as Saturday's starter against the Flames by TSN's Jeff Paterson in Paterson's game preview.
EDGE Analysis
In his seventh consecutive start, Markstrom will face the unenviable task of trying to slow down a Flames offense that trails only Tampa Bay in goals per game at 3.69. While the Swedish netminder has provided decent value with a 20-15-6 record, 2.81 GAA and .909 save percentage, it may be best for fantasy owners to look elsewhere at the goalie position if possible given the tough matchup in front of him.