Drew O'Connor

Drew O'Connor recorded an assist, two PIM, and a plus-2 rating during Thursday's 5-1 victory over the Flames.

Fantasy Impact

O'Connor is currently filling a fourth-line role for the Canucks with Nils Hoglander (lower body) and Teddy Blueger (undisclosed) sidelined. The 27-year-old is a capable defensive forward, but he offers limited offensive upside and doesn't contribute enough in peripheral categories to warrant fantasy consideration. He can be safely left on the waiver wire in all formats.

Drew O'Connor was able to find the back of the net for the Canucks Thursday night, scoring one goal in a 2-1 overtime win over the Sharks.

Fantasy Impact

O'Connor has heated up in the offensive zone since arriving from Pittsburgh, collecting points in two of three games (two goals) for the Canucks. The winger should receive increased opportunities with more ice time as part of an underperforming Vancouver lineup, recording 18 points (eight goals, 10 assists) in 56 games so far this season.