Jason Zucker LW BUF Fri 10/25/19 7:00 AM
Jason Zucker
LW BUF
Zucker failed to record a point and was a minus-4 in Thursday's 4-0 loss to Nashville.
EDGE Analysis
Zucker's minus-4 rating was good for worst on his team. Since his two-point effort against Montreal on Oct. 17, the 27-year-old has failed to find the scoresheet in consecutive contests. Zucker will look to turn things around when the Wild host the Kings on Saturday.
Jason Zucker LW BUF Sun 10/20/19 8:47 PM
Jason Zucker
LW BUF
Zucker scored on the power play and also tallied an even-strength assist in a 4-3 win over the Canadiens on Sunday.
EDGE Analysis
If it weren't for Keith Kinkaid's highlight-reel save in the second period, Zucker would've had three points in Sunday's win in Minnesota. He and his fantasy owners will have to settle for two, and Zucker now has four points in eight games to begin the 2019-20 season.
Jason Zucker LW BUF Sun 10/13/19 12:21 AM
Jason Zucker
LW BUF
Zucker scored a power-play goal and tallied three shots on goal in Saturday's 7-4 loss to the Penguins.
EDGE Analysis
The winger gave the Wild their first goal of the game just 28 seconds after Sidney Crosby scored to put the Penguins up by two. Zucker has scored twice in four games with nine shots on goal to start the season. He has topped 20 scores four times in his career.
Jason Zucker LW BUF Fri 10/4/19 12:06 PM
Jason Zucker
LW BUF
Zucker scored a power-play goal, had five shots on net and was minus-1 in 16:03 of ice time in Thursday's loss to Nashville.
EDGE Analysis
Zucker was about the only spark the Wild showed on the offensive end as the team's top line struggled. After being the subject of trade rumors last spring, Zucker looks set to remain with Wild after the team hired a new GM. That peace of mind could help him return to his 67-point level from 2018-19 after a decline to 42 points last season.
Jason Zucker LW BUF Mon 5/27/19 4:19 PM
Jason Zucker
LW BUF
Zucker's future with Minnesota remains very much up in the air, Michael Russo of The Athletic Reports.
EDGE Analysis
If it weren't for Phil Kessel vetoing a trade that would've seen the Pens' forward shipped to the Wild, Zucker would already be house hunting in Pittsburgh. Instead, for the time being, he remains in Minnesota. The failed deal with the Penguins represents the second time the Wild have attempted to part ways with Zucker in 218-19, having previously failed to trade him to Calgary at the trade deadline. At this point, it seems Zucker's days in Minny are numbered, but where he winds up is anybody's guess.
Jason Zucker LW BUF Mon 4/8/19 9:56 AM
Jason Zucker
LW BUF
Zucker had 21 goals and 42 points while averaging 17:05 of ice time in 81 games this year.
EDGE Analysis
It was a down year for the University of Denver product relative to his 64-point outburst during the 2017-18 campaign. Zucker still produced 14 power-play points during the season, so that's certainly a positive sign for his fantasy value for next season. The 27-year-old signed a large five-year, $27.5 million extension with the team last summer, so it wouldn't be a surprise to see Zucker in a prominent role next season.
Jason Zucker LW BUF Sat 3/30/19 1:26 AM
Jason Zucker
LW BUF
Zucker recorded two assists, both on the man advantage, in Friday's 3-2 win over the Golden Knights.
EDGE Analysis
Zucker set up goals by Eric Staal and Kevin Fiala to give the Wild a 3-0 lead midway through the second period. It ended up being just enough for victory. Zucker is up to 41 points (21 goals, 20 helpers) in 77 games, his third consecutive 40-point season. Thirteen of his points have come on the power play, giving him a little extra fantasy value.
Jason Zucker LW BUF Sun 3/24/19 10:07 AM
Jason Zucker
LW BUF
Zucker was a minus-2 in 16:58 of ice time in Saturday's 5-1 loss to Carolina.
EDGE Analysis
Zucker wasn't the only one to have a poor plus-minus in a blowout loss, but he produced just one shot in the game. In his last 10 games, the 27-year-old has been decent, collecting five points in that span. The Denver University product did see 4:09 of power-play time, which could bode well for his fantasy prospects down the stretch.
Jason Zucker LW BUF Sat 3/16/19 9:32 PM
Jason Zucker
LW BUF
Zucker (leg) retook the ice after missing seven minutes of action Saturday, Chad Graff of The Athletic Minnesota reports.
EDGE Analysis
Given how gruesome the injury looked and with Zucker needing help to leave the ice, his return after such a short period of time is surprising. Fortunately, his testing must have come back clean and the 27-year-old winger was able to shake it off. It may be worth keeping an eye out in the event something more comes of it after the game, but, for the time being, consider Zucker good to go moving forward.
Jason Zucker LW BUF Sat 3/16/19 9:24 PM
Jason Zucker
LW BUF
Zucker required assistance leaving to the locker room during the second period of Saturday's game with an apparent right leg or ankle injury, Chad Graff of The Athletic Minnesota reports.
EDGE Analysis
Zucker wasn't able to put any weight on the leg as he left, which likely suggests it's the last he will play Saturday evening. He's likely headed for further testing on the leg and the team should dole out more information on the 27-year-old winger ahead of Sunday's contest against the Islanders.