Brady Tkachuk
LW - Ottawa Senators
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Brady Tkachuk was able to find the back of the net for the Senators Thursday night, scoring two goals in a 4-0 win over the Penguins.
Fantasy Impact
Tkachuk continues an impactful stretch in the offensive zone since returning from injury, tallying points in six of his last eight games (four gools, five assists) for the Senators. The 26-year-old continues to offer head coach Travis Green a dynamic option while filling a vital power forward role in the Ottawa lineup, posting a 1.00 point per game average (four goals, nine assists) in 13 games so far this season.
Brady Tkachuk posted one assist in the Senators' 4-2 loss to the Rangers Thursday night.
Fantasy Impact
Tkachuk has heated up in the offensive zone since returning from injury, notching points in three of his last four games (one goal, three assists) for the Senators. The winger continues to offer fantasy managers a productive offensive option as part of a resurgent Ottawa lineup, posting a 1.00 point per game average (one goal, six assists) in seven games so far this season.
Brady Tkachuk is expected to miss a minimum of four weeks with a wrist injury. The team captain sustained the injury during Monday's loss to Nashville and is still being evaluated to determine if surgery is required, a procedure that could extend his absence. Through three games, Tkachuk has recorded three assists, 10 shots on goal, and 10 hits.
Fantasy Impact
This is a devastating blow for fantasy managers, as Tkachuk is one of the premier multi-category producers in the league. His elite contributions in points, shots, and especially hits are nearly impossible to replace. Managers should immediately place him on injured reserve. Drake Batherson is expected to draw into the lineup and will likely see an increased role, making him a priority waiver-wire addition in most formats.
Brady Tkachuk dished out three assists in Thursday's 5-4 win over the Lightning. With the performance, Tkachuk set a franchise record as the first player in Senators history to record three assists in a season-opening game.
Fantasy Impact
Tkachuk is already one of fantasy hockey's premier assets, particularly in banger leagues, and this performance only solidifies his status. While known more for his goal-scoring and physicality, a multi-assist game showcases his elite playmaking ability. He remains a locked-in, first-round fantasy talent who contributes across nearly every category.
Brady Tkachuk was able to light the lamp for the Senators Wednesday night, scoring one goal in a 4-3 win over the Blackhawks.
Fantasy Impact
Tkachuk has had a nose for the net since returning from injury, scoring a goal in each of his last three games (three goals) for the Senators. The gritty winger continues to provide head coach Travis Green with an imposing forward option as part of a resurgent Ottawa lineup, tallying 47 points (24 goals, 23 assists) to go along with 195 hits in 59 games so far this season.