Mikko Koivu C FA Wed 11/23/16 10:53 PM
Mikko Koivu
C FA
Koivu snapped a 10-game goal drought during Wednesday's win over Winnipeg.
EDGE Analysis
The veteran hasn't had a points-per-game mark (0.42) this low since his 2005-06 rookie campaign (0.33). Koivu entered Wednesday's game starting just 38.4 percent of his shifts in the opponent's zone, which doesn't set him up for offensive success. With a defensively tilted role at a deep fantasy position, Koivu doesn't carry much value in seasonal leagues at this point.
Mikko Koivu C FA Sun 11/13/16 11:27 AM
Mikko Koivu
C FA
Koivu had an assist and a shot on goal in Saturday's loss to Philadelphia
EDGE Analysis
While Koivu has seen a slight increase in ice time this season 20:01 vs. 19:56), he's averaging fewer points and shots on goal per game than last season (1.5 shots on goal this year vs. 1.7 in 2015-16 ) .
Mikko Koivu C FA Wed 10/19/16 3:27 PM
Mikko Koivu
C FA
Koivu scored his first goal of the season and had four blocked shots in Tuesday's win over the Kings.
EDGE Analysis
Koivu has four shots on goal in three games, which is a good sign for his fantasy value even if a small sample size. He should provide steady production again this season on the second line with Mikael Granlund and Chris Stewart.
Mikko Koivu C FA Mon 4/25/16 10:30 AM
Mikko Koivu
C FA
Koivu had two assists in Sunday's Game 6 loss to the Stars.
EDGE Analysis
The Wild were eliminated from the playoffs, but Koivu finished strong, racking up three goals and five points in his last four games. The veteran had 17 goals and 56 points in the regular season and has proven he's one of the more reliable fantasy producers around.
Mikko Koivu C FA Sat 4/23/16 10:06 AM
Mikko Koivu
C FA
Koivu tied the game late in the third period, before scoring in overtime Friday against the Stars in Game 5.
EDGE Analysis
A clutch performance from the captain, whose two goals helped Minnesota live to fight another day. Koivu has now scored three times this postseason, including two game-winning goals. The top-line forward has logged over 22:00 of ice time in each of the last two games and will continue to play a big role moving forward.
Mikko Koivu C FA Tue 4/19/16 8:27 AM
Mikko Koivu
C FA
Koivu scored the game-winning goal -- a power-play marker -- in Monday's 5-3 victory over Dallas in Game 3.
EDGE Analysis
What a time for the 33-year-old to break out of his 10-game goal drought. Captain Koivu had received plenty of ice time in the series' first two games (19:29 and 20:02) but like most of the Wild players, had nothing to show for it. Koivu hasn't been quite as productive in his playoff career (0.43 points per game in 42 contests) as in the regular season (0.73 in 763), but he's still a key cog in the Wild attack and will be relied upon further with Game 4 approaching Wednesday.
Mikko Koivu C FA Wed 3/30/16 12:20 AM
Mikko Koivu
C FA
Koivu notched an assist in Tuesday's 4-1 win over Chicago.
EDGE Analysis
Koivu is in the midst of another impressive stretch, notching points in six of the last seven, which includes four straight. In that seven-game span, the 33-year-old has two goals and seven helpers, adding in a useful six PIM as well. The center has had multiple lengthy streaks this season and could extend this one further as Minnesota is on fire as a club.
Mikko Koivu C FA Fri 3/25/16 1:54 AM
Mikko Koivu
C FA
Koivu registered an assist on all three of Zach Parise's goals -- one on the power play -- adding four PIM and a plus-2 rating in Thursday's 6-2 win over the Flames.
EDGE Analysis
Koivu has now reached the scoresheet in four of the last five, totaling two markers and five helpers in that span. The 33-year-old center is enjoying life on the first line next to Charlie Coyle and Zach Parise, sitting at 53 points on the year and remaining a threat for big games. Koivu has nine multi-point outings this campaign and he has the potential to churn out a few more before the end of the season.
Mikko Koivu C FA Fri 3/18/16 2:15 PM
Mikko Koivu
C FA
Koivu contributed a late goal to accompany an assist in Thursday's 7-4 loss to the Wild.
EDGE Analysis
It was really just garbage time by the time Koivu padded his stats with his 16th goal at 15:55 of the third period, but hey, they all count. The points snapped a three-game skid for the veteran pivot, and with 48 now, he's matched last season's total in nine fewer games. There's no reason the 33-year-old shouldn't remain a solid complementary scorer for a few more years yet.
Mikko Koivu C FA Fri 2/19/16 1:57 AM
Mikko Koivu
C FA
Koivu had a pair of helpers, a hit, and went plus-2 in a 5-2 win over the Oilers on Thursday.
EDGE Analysis
The 32-year old veteran now has points in three straight games, with a goal and four assists in that span. He's also had multi-point games in his last two outings. With 42 points in 58 games, Koivu is just six points shy of tying his 2014-15 point total, and he's gotten that close despite playing in 22 fewer games.