Thompson scored a goal and put four shots on net in Saturday's 3-2 shootout win over the Islanders.

EDGE Analysis

Thompson maintained his elite stretch of play Saturday, as he doubled the Sabres' lead midway through the second period. With the twine finder, he is up to 18 goals, 31 points, 123 shots on net and 37 hits through 34 games this season. The 28-year-old forward has been on fire as of late, as he used Saturday's score to extend his goal streak to six games. He has added three assists and 22 shots on goal during that stretch, proving that he hasn't lost a step in his ability to maintain a high shot volume. With the 2026 Winter Olympic Games roster selections right around the corner, Thompson is heating up at the right time to make a strong case for his inclusion on Team USA. With 40-plus goal potential, Thompson's category coverage makes him an elite player in fantasy even after his goal streak ends.

Thompson scored a goal on two shots in a 5-3 win over Philadelphia on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Thompson has scored in five straight games, adding three helpers along the way. It's the second goal-scoring streak of five or more games for the 28-year-old forward this season, racking up 17 goals in 33 games this year. At this pace, Thompson should be capable of reaching the 40-goal threshold for the third time in the last four campaigns.

Thompson scored a goal on four shots in Sunday's 3-1 win over the Kraken.

EDGE Analysis

Thompson has now scored in four straight games and has a total of seven points in that span. The 28-year-old's goal came on a defensive breakdown by the Kraken midway through the second period. Thompson is up to 16 goals, 29 points, 117 shots on net, 36 hits, 17 PIM and a minus-11 rating over 32 appearances in a top-line role this season.

Thompson scored a goal on five shots, dished a power-play assist and blocked two shots in Thursday's 3-2 win over the Canucks.

EDGE Analysis

Thompson tied the game at 9:12 of the second period and then helped out on a Zach Benson goal a few minutes later. The 28-year-old Thompson has scored in three straight contests and has six points, including four on the power play, in that span. For the season, he's at 15 goals, 28 points (nine on the power play), 113 shots on net, 35 hits, 15 blocked shots and a minus-12 rating through 31 appearances in a top-line role.

Thompson scored a goal on four shots and added two power-play assists in Tuesday's 4-3 overtime win over the Oilers.

EDGE Analysis

Thompson earned his first multi-point effort since Nov. 21 versus the Blackhawks. The 28-year-old has four points, including three on the power play, over his last two games. For the season, he's up to 14 goals, 12 helpers, 108 shots on net, 35 hits and a minus-13 rating through 30 appearances. Thompson's steady top-line usage and spot on the first power-play unit will keep him productive a majority of the time.

Thompson scored a power-play goal on three shots and went minus-4 in Monday's 7-4 loss to the Flames.

EDGE Analysis

Thompson hadn't scored since his six-game goal streak ended Nov. 26 in Pittsburgh. He was limited to one helper over his last six outings. The 28-year-old is now at 13 goals, 23 points, 104 shots on net, 35 hits and a minus-14 rating through 29 appearances this season. While he remains in a top-line role, his recent tendency for streaky offense could frustrate his fantasy managers.

Thompson scored an empty-net goal and placed two shots on target in Sunday's 4-1 win over the Hurricanes.

EDGE Analysis

Thompson's empty-net tally brought his goal streak up to six games. With the twine finder, the 28-year-old center has 12 goals, 21 points and 84 shots on net through 22 appearances this season. During his impressive run of play, he has six goals and nine points in his last six contests. Thompson's shooting percentage has skyrocketed during the goal streak and currently sits at 14.1 percent, which is close to his career average. Fantasy managers who drafted him have been rewarded for their patience, as Buffalo's top-line center has shown no signs of slowing down lately. Regardless of when his streak ends, Thompson could be on his way to hitting the 80-point mark for the second time in his career if he can stay healthy.

Thompson recorded a goal, an assist, four shots on goal, two hits and a plus-2 rating in Friday's 9-3 win over the Blackhawks.

EDGE Analysis

Thompson has been on a tear of late and has scored in five straight games, as well as doing so in six of the Sabres' last seven contests. He's up to 11 goals and 20 total points across 21 games this season, and the 28-year-old center is firmly entrenched as one of the Sabres' most reliable offensive weapons. He's recorded over 65 total points in three of the last four seasons, and he looks on pace to surpass that mark again in 2025-26.

Thompson scored a goal on three shots in Wednesday's 6-2 loss to the Flames.

EDGE Analysis

Thompson tied the game at 2-2 in the second period, but the Sabres' momentum fizzled out in the third. His goal streak is up to four games, and five of his 10 tallies on the year have come in his last six outings. The center is up to 18 points, 78 shots on net, 27 hits, 11 blocked shots and a minus-6 rating through 20 appearances.

Thompson scored an empty-net goal on three shots in Monday's 5-1 win over the Oilers.

EDGE Analysis

Thompson's heater continues -- he's produced four goals and three assists over his last five games. The Sabres have won back-to-back contests, and Thompson's offense staying hot will help the team find some consistency in an Atlantic Division where every team is within a six-point range in the standings. The 28-year-old center has nine goals, 17 points, 75 shots, 26 hits and a minus-5 rating through 19 appearances this year.