Kyle Connor LW WPG Tue 11/7/17 6:02 AM
Kyle Connor
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Connor recorded a goal and an assist through 20:20 of ice time (4:08 with the man advantage) during Monday's 4-1 win over Dallas.
EDGE Analysis
This was the second multi-point game of the season for the rookie, and Connor now has three goals and seven points through nine games for the campaign. He's currently skating on the No. 1 line with Mark Scheifele and Blake Wheeler and on the top power-play unit, so Connor is definitely worth a speculative add in all fantasy settings. He has the upside to be a year-long contributor in the majority of leagues.
Kyle Connor LW WPG Wed 11/1/17 2:04 AM
Kyle Connor
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Connor opened the scoring and fired five shots on goal in Tuesday's win over the Wild.
EDGE Analysis
It remains a puzzle as to why the 20-year-old didn't start the season with the big club. Connor has impressed on the top line and managed two goals and five points in six games since his call-up. The skill is there for him to be a very impactful fantasy player, so take a look if he's available. Connor is skating on the top power-play unit and playing with Mark Scheiefele and Blake Wheeler, so look for the production to continue.
Kyle Connor LW WPG Mon 10/30/17 2:30 AM
Kyle Connor
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Connor contributed a pair of helpers in Sunday's blowout victory over the Penguins.
EDGE Analysis
Connor is skating on the first line with Blake Wheeler and Mark Scheifele and took full advantage Sunday. The 20-year-old has four points in five games since being recalled from the minors and has the talent to warrant a look in fantasy right now. Connor is skating on the first power-play unit and could really make some noise if he sticks in his current role. Keep an eye out.
Kyle Connor LW WPG Mon 10/16/17 12:17 PM
Kyle Connor
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Connor was called up from AHL Manitoba on Monday.
EDGE Analysis
Connor has racked up three goals and two assist in just four games with the Moose this season and should get a shot on the power play with the Jets. Selected with the 17th overall pick in the 2015 NHL Draft, the winger will likely earn a permanent spot on the 23-man roster sooner rather than later. The 20-year-old's promotion comes after Mathieu Perreault (lower body) was placed on injured reserve.
Kyle Connor LW WPG Tue 10/3/17 4:43 PM
Kyle Connor
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Connor was reassigned to AHL Manitoba on Tuesday.
EDGE Analysis
Connor was the last roster move the Jets needed to make ahead of Tuesday's deadline, which shows just how close he was to making the team. The winger likely fell victim to the fact that he could be moved without having to go on waivers. The 20-year-old should headline the list of potential call-ups this season and will no doubt be back with Winnipeg before long.
Kyle Connor LW WPG Wed 6/28/17 11:27 AM
Kyle Connor
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Connor will look to earn a spot on the 23-man roster heading into the 2017-18 campaign, Ken Wiebe of the Winnipeg Sun reports.
EDGE Analysis
Connor saw action in 19 games at the start of 2016-17, but was only able to tally four points along with a minus-8 rating. As a result, the winger was reassigned to AHL Manitoba where he spent the bulk of the remaining season on his way to leading the Moose in scoring with 25 goals. If the 20-year-old can put together a strong prospect camp and follow that up with a good showing at Jets' training camp in the fall, he could be inline for a more consistent role in Winnipeg.
Kyle Connor LW WPG Fri 6/9/17 11:12 AM
Kyle Connor
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Connor led AHL Manitoba with 25 goals this past season.
EDGE Analysis
Connor's team-leading 25 markers is made all the more impressive when you consider he only played in 52 games for the Moose due to his 20 outings for Winnipeg. In those NHL contests, the 20-year-old picked up two goals and three assists while averaging a mere 12:13 of ice time. Coach Paul Maurice even utilized the Michigan native on the power play -- a role he embraced in the minors. With a handful of Jets forwards potentially heading to free agency, Connor could find himself a regular member of the 23-man roster next season.
Kyle Connor LW WPG Sun 4/9/17 11:29 AM
Kyle Connor
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Connor was returned from AHL Manitoba on Sunday, Ken Wiebe of the Winnipeg Sun reports.
EDGE Analysis
While Connor made the 23-man roster ahead of the 2016-17 campaign, inconsistent play and an upper-body injury sustained in November curtailed his development a bit. However, the Michigan native still packs plenty of promise as the the 17th overall pick from the 2015 draft, and his adversity-filled experience in the NHL presents an opportunity to buy low on him in all types of fantasy leagues. Unsurprisingly, Connor still wound up with 42 points (23 goals, 19 assists) in 49 minor-league games this year.
Kyle Connor LW WPG Mon 4/3/17 10:28 AM
Kyle Connor
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Connor was summoned from the team's AHL Manitoba affiliate Monday, Sara Orlesky of TSN reports.
EDGE Analysis
The 2015 first-round pick has tallied 42 points (23 goals, 19 assists) over 49 games with the AHL squad this season, giving Connor the opportunity for some playing time at the top level. The Jets have fallen out of playoff contention at this point, so they will allow a few of their younger players to see some ice time at a higher competition level. There are only three games remaining in the Jets' regular season, making the move rather meaningless from a fantasy standpoint. He could be a sneaky option in daily lineups, however.
Kyle Connor LW WPG Fri 12/9/16 10:19 AM
Kyle Connor
LW WPG
Connor was reassigned to the minors Friday.
EDGE Analysis
Connor has been a healthy scratch for Winnipeg's last five outings, so it make sense that the organization would send the youngster down in order to increase his play time. Additionally, the Jets could be making room to activate one of their four injured players off of injured reserve. After a decent start to the year, the winger has been held off the scoresheet in his last six appearances and averaged just 8:09 of ice time over that span. Connor certainly has the skills and talent to be an NHL caliber player, but needs some time to develop. Owners may want to consider stashing him away in dynasty or keeper leagues.