Calder Trophy candidates Demidov, Snuggerud, Leonard, Koivunen, Misa, Shabanov, Rinzel, Parekh, Buium, Schaefer, Askarov and Merilainen stand out as high-upside targets for dynasty and keeper rosters. Demidov could hit a 65-point ceiling with Montreal if Laine and Dach stay healthy and gel; Snuggerud projects 60–65 on a top line; Leonard brings multi-cat value with scoring and hits; Koivunen could thrive on Crosby’s wing. Deeper leagues eye Misa, Rinzel and Parekh for immediate gains, while Buium and Merilainen loom as longer-term upside.

Value opportunities arise from top-line opportunities, exclusive power-play roles, and the ability to contribute across categories. The mix of young talent across Montreal, St. Louis, Washington, Pittsburgh and San Jose creates multiple viable in-season streams for fantasy managers. Dynasty rosters should pounce on these rookies now, and redraft players may find late-round steals among this group as the season unfolds.

In short, these rookies offer a blend of immediate point upside, multi-category contributions and long-term growth potential. Target the right mix of high-floor producers and high-ceiling dice rolls to build a versatile, championship-ready roster.

Ottawa rallied past Toronto in a tight pre-season affair, tying on Shane Pinto’s power-play strike with two minutes left and winning 16 seconds into overtime after Fabian Zetterlund opened the comeback with a short-handed marker. Toronto built a 2-0 lead on Matthews and McMann, but the Senators outshot the Leafs and rode goaltenders Merilainen and Shepard to the upset.

Across the league, Caufield and Suzuki fueled Montreal’s 4-2 win over Philadelphia, Emberson’s late winner lifted Edmonton past Winnipeg, and Calgary depths lit up Seattle with Kerins’ PP goal as the Flames pulled away. The night underscored the depth battle and line-juggling that will shape fantasy rosters come October.

Viktor Arvidsson contributed significantly to the Edmonton Oilers' 3-1 victory over the Ottawa Senators, marking their third consecutive win. Zach Hyman and Adam Henrique also found the net for the Oilers, who have been on a remarkable run, winning 11 of their last 13 games.

The Senators, who had their six-game winning streak snapped, saw Nick Cousins score their only goal. The game saw both teams' star players, Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, extend their points streaks to nine games.

The Edmonton Oilers celebrated a successful holiday break after defeating the Ottawa Senators 3-1, marking their third consecutive victory.

Viktor Arvidsson contributed with a goal and an assist in just his third game back from injury. Zach Hyman continued his scoring streak, netting a goal to extend his impressive performance.

Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl both added assists, maintaining their points streaks. The Senators, despite the loss, had a strong recent performance with a six-game winning streak snapped.

Viktor Arvidsson contributed significantly to the Edmonton Oilers' victory over the Ottawa Senators, scoring a goal and assisting another. The Oilers secured their third consecutive win, improving their record to 21-11-2, while the Senators saw their six-game winning streak come to an end.

Zach Hyman and Adam Henrique also found the net for Edmonton, while Nick Cousins scored for Ottawa. Stuart Skinner made 21 saves for the Oilers, and Leevi Merilainen stepped in for the injured Linus Ullmark, making 12 saves.

Hyman is on a scoring surge, having netted 10 goals in his last nine games, while both Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl extended their points streaks to nine games.