Markstrom came up huge Saturday in a 2-1 win over Toronto. He made 35 saves.

EDGE Analysis

He was denied a shutout with 2:52 remaining. Markstrom was especially strong from the mid-point of the first through the mid-point of the second when his mates failed to even register a shot. Markstrom's overall numbers are weak, so let's hope this performance is a foreshadowing of a big improvement going forward.

Markstrom will start in net Saturday against the Maple Leafs, Brandon Batchelor of Sportsnet 650 reports.

EDGE Analysis

Markstrom has split time with Anders Nilsson recently due to his inconsistent play in the blue paint. Over his last eight appearances, he owns a 2-5-1 record with a 3.12 GAA and .895 save percentage. He will attempt to get back on track Saturday, but faces a Toronto attack notching 3.59 goals per game.

Markstrom allowed three goals on 20 shots in Sunday's shootout loss to the Rangers.

EDGE Analysis

Markstrom didn't looked great in the loss and was beaten three times in the shootout. Through 18 appearances this season, the Swedish netminder owns a lackluster 6-8-3 record with a .909 save percentage. He's seeing the majority of starts in the Vancouver crease, but his inconsistency has been an issue for fantasy goers. Markstrom has yet to show enough on a consistent basis to be of value in the majority of shallow fantasy leagues.

Markstom will man the crease for Sunday's game against the Rangers.

EDGE Analysis

After a strong start to the campaign that saw Markstrom start 10 of the first 13 games while posting a 2.23 GAA and .921 save percentage, the big Swede has really sputtered of late. Over his last seven appearances, Markstrom is 2-5-0 with a 3.17 GAA and .899 save percentage. Meanwhile, Vancouver's No. 2 netminder Anders Nilsson is 2-0-1 with a 2.63 GAA and .926 save percentage over the same span, which should ignite a fire under Markstrom for the team's upcoming slate of games.

Markstrom gave up three goals on 26 shots in Friday's loss to the Devils.

EDGE Analysis

Markstrom has been very inconsistent this season and wasn't at his best Friday evening. He was outdueled by ex-Canuck Cory Schneider and falls to 6-8-2 on the year. His .911 save percentage is decent, but Markstrom has really failed to assert himself as the team's starting netminder. The 27-year-old can be of value in deeper formats, but he simply hasn't been good enough to warrant a recommendation in most shallow leagues.

Markstrom has been pegged as the road starter Friday versus the Devils.

EDGE Analysis

Markstrom got off to a good start to the season, but recently he's been playing more in line with his career numbers. Over his last six outings, he's posted a 3.19 GAA and a .901 save percentage.

Markstrom stopped 36 of 38 shots in Tuesday's win over the Flyers.

EDGE Analysis

Markstrom really was the difference, as the Canucks chased Michal Neuvirth and got timely saves from their netminder when they needed them. The 27-year-old Swede advances to 6-7-2 on the season with a .913 save percentage. Markstrom had been struggling recently, so this was exactly the effort he needed to get things back on track. He's been up-and-down, but look for this strong performance to be a building block moving forward.

Markstrom took shots during Tuesday's optional morning skate and will start the evening's road game in Philadelphia, Ben Kuzma of the Vancouver Province reports.

EDGE Analysis

After some decently strong play early on, Markstrom has not looked as sharp lately, allowing 11 goals on his way to three consecutive losses in his most recent starts. Tuesday night's contest could represent a good opportunity for the Swedish goalie to turn it around, as the Flyers have lost four straight themselves and were shutout in two of those games.

Markstrom gave up four goals on 29 shots in Thursday's loss to the Golden Knights.

EDGE Analysis

Considering Anders Nilsson has looked solid in his limited crease time this season, it's an interesting time for Markstrom fantasy owners. The Swedish netminder has picked up three straight losses and given up at least three goals in five consecutive outings. Markstrom's .910 save percentage could be worse, but his 5-7-2 record simply isn't good enough for a starting goaltender. It's very possibly he bounce back soon, but his up-and-down start to the year might not make Vancouver hesitate to give Nilsson more playing time.

Markstrom will be between the pipes for Thursday's clash with Vegas.

EDGE Analysis

Markstrom enjoyed a strong start to his first campaign as a No. 1 goalie, posting a 2.23 GAA and .921 save percentage over his first 10 games. However, the narrative has changed since then, as over his last four appearances, Markstrom owns a 3.27 GAA and .896 save percentage. The 6-foot-6 netminder allowed at least three goals in each of those contests, as well, so fantasy owners may want to steer clear of Markstrom until he begins to get his play back on track.