Bobrovsky isn't officially the #1 in Columbus yet but after making 32 saves in Nashville for the Shootout win, and now the Blue Jackets going back to him today.... Looks like he is well on his way. CBJ needs to keep winning to make Bobrovsky fantasy relevant, but keep an eye on him.
Bobrovsky earns the opening night start over Steve Mason
Kulikov scores 28 points in 56 games last season for the Panthers and is their 2nd best fantasy defenseman (behind Campbell). Kulikov is still young and has tremendous upside.
Neither goalie is a great fantasy option because Columbus doesn't figure to be very competitive this season. However Bobrovsky had one of the KHL's best G.A.A. during the lockout. So keep an eye on his numbers.
Currently, Bobrovsky is coming off of a sophomore slump as Bryzgalov's backup but Columbus offers a new opportunity for him in a starting role or as a platoon. Who that platoon could be with is still to be determined.
In eight career appearances against the Penguins, Bobrovsky has a 5-2-1 record with a 2.68 GAA and .916 SV%.
In seven career appearances against the Pens, Bob has a 4-2-1 record with a 2.48 GAA and .916 SV%.
In four career starts against the Sens, Bob has a 3-1-0 record with a 2.26 GAA and .921 SV%.
In three career starts against the Leafs, Bobrovsky has a 2-1-0 record with a 2.68 GAA and .907 SV%.
Expect Kulikov to line up with Mike Weaver tonight. The offensive defenseman registered four goals and 24 points in 46 games before getting hurt.
Sounds like Kulikov could draw in this weekend. The offensive defenseman registered four goals and 24 points in 46 games before getting hurt.
Kulikov probably needs another couple of practices before getting back into the lineup. The offensive defenseman registered four goals and 24 points in 46 games before getting hurt.
Kulikov probably needs another week before getting back into the lineup. The offensive defenseman registered four goals and 24 points in 46 games before getting hurt.
Kulikov getting back on the ice is a good sign but he's still not taking contact. The offensive defenseman registered four goals and 24 points in 46 games before getting hurt.
Kulikov getting back on the ice is a good sign but he's still not taking contact. The offensive defenseman registered four goals and 24 points in 46 games before getting hurt.
In three career starts against the Devils, Bob has a 1-1-1 record with a 4.69 GAA and .864 SV%.
Kulikov getting back on the ice is a good sign but he's still not taking contact. The offensive defenseman registered four goals and 24 points in 46 games before getting hurt.
Versteeg not skating this morning indicates he probably won't play this week. The top line right wing has 22 goals and 49 points in 59 games.
Kulikov should return before the end of the regular season and could be a black ace in a week or two. The offensive defenseman registered four goals and 24 points in 46 games before getting hurt.
Sounds like the Panthers should have one of their better d-man back in the lineup in a few weeks. The Russian defenseman has four goals and 24 points through 46 games..
