Evgeny Kuznetsov

Kuznetsov scored in the first period and helped Nicklas Backstrom on the power play in the third period of the 5-2 win on Saturday.

Fantasy Impact: With 16 points in 15 games (+7), Kuzy is pretty much a "must have" in fantasy.

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Kuznetsov helped Alex Ovechkin in the second period and Tom Wilson in the third and in overtime as the Caps won 5-4 on Thursday.

Fantasy Impact: At 14 points in 14 games (+7), fantasy players should have the second-line center on their teams.

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Kuznetzov helped Jakub Vrana twice, as the Caps won 4-2 on Sunday.

Fantasy Impact: At 11 points in 13 games (+6), Kuznetzov is almost a "must have" on fantasy teams.

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Kuznetsov helped T.J. Oshie on the power play in the first period of the Caps 5-3 victory on Sunday.

Fantasy Impact: At a point a game in his first seven, Kuzy is pretty much a must-have in fantasy.

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Kuznetsov's goal Tied the game at 2-2 in the second period as the Caps went on to win 4-3.

Fantasy Impact: With three goals and three assists in the five games since his return from suspension, fantasy players can expect good return from Kuznetzov.

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Kuznetzov's third period goal made it 3-0 in Saturday's 4-1 victory over Dallas.

Fantasy Impact: In the three games since he returned from suspension, Kuzy has three points.

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Kuznetzov scored in the first period of the Caps 4-3 overtime loss to the Dallas Stars on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact: Kuzy played on the third line and power play for 18:44 minutes of ice time. After things settle out, expect him to put up another great season.

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Evgeny Kuznetsov will make his season debut for the Caps Tuesday after serving a three-day suspension. (Source: J. J. Regan of NBC)

Fantasy Impact: Most likely, Kuzy will replace Lars Eller as top line center, although Eller has performed well over the first three games. The Caps Power Play, which misfired in Saturday's OT loss, should improve with Kuzy now in his long-standing role.

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Kuznetsov will serve a suspension for the first three games of the NHL 2019-20 season.

Fantasy Impact: The star center had 21 goals and 51 assists last season.

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Evgeny Kuznetsov scored a goal in the second period during the Capitals Game 7 loss to Carolina Wednesday. He also added three shots-on-goal for the game. The loss ends the season for Kuznetsov and Washington.

Fantasy Impact: Kuznetsov finally broke out of his scoring slump, depositing his first, and only, goal of the playoffs after netting 12 during last season’s Cup run. Perhaps if he had found his scoring touch sooner the Capitals could have avoided a Game 7 entirely. Nevertheless, the 26-year-old Russian forward provided solid fantasy production this past season, operating at close to a point-per-game pace over 76 games. Expect about 70 points again next season with the potential for a bit more if things go right for Kuznetsov. Centering Alex Ovechkin regularly would certainly help his prospects.

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Evgeny Kuznetsov provided two assists in Washington's 4-3 OT win over the Carolina Hurricanes Saturday. His second assist came on the game-winning goal scored by Brooks Orpik to put the Capitals up 2-0 in the series.

Fantasy Impact: Kuznetsov now has three assists in his first two post-season games played this year currently.

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Kuznetsov helped T.J. Oshie in the first period and Alex Ovechkin in the third period (both PPGs) as the Caps defeated the Lightning 6-3.

Fantasy Impact: Kuzy has now put up 70+ points in three of the last four seasons, so definitely a player worth owning.

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Kuznetsov helped Jakub Vrana in the third period of the Caps 3-2 victory over Carolina.

Fantasy Impact: Keeping up the almost point-a-game pace, Kuzy is well worth playing in fantasy.

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Kuznetsov helped T.J. Oshie, Alex Ovechkin and John Carlson to earn the first star in Tuesday's 4-1 victory.

Fantasy Impact: At almost a point-a-game (68 in 71, +7), Kuzy is worth the price in fantasy.

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Kuznetsov's 19th came in the second period as the Caps were victorious on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact: On a three-game point streak, Kuzy is playing well and should be considered in fantasy if you have an opening.

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Kuznetsov helped Tom Wilson in the second period and then put the puck into the empty net as the Caps won 5-2 on Thursday.

Fantasy Impact: Although he has 62 points in 65 games, Kuzy's play has been chancy of late.

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Kuznetsov helped Nicklas Backstrom as the Caps won 3-0 on Friday.

Fantasy Impact: With 60 points in 62 games (+7), Kuzy is solid but has only 17 goals.

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Kuznetsov helped Tom Wilson for the Caps' first goal and then scored their final one in the 7-2 win on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact: With exactly 58 points in 58 games and on a three-game streak, it looks like Kuzy is over his mid-winter blues.

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It took several replays for Kuzy to get the credit for this one, clinching the victory in a hard-fought 6-5 game versus the Rangers on Sunday.

Fantasy Impact: With 56 points in 57 games (+4), Kuznetsov is a solid if somewhat streaky player for his fantasy owners.

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Kuznetsov scored in the second and third periods of the Caps 6-4 victory over the LA Kings. He helped Alex Ovechkin and Christian Djoos.

Fantasy Impact: It's as if Kuzy turned on a switch, with ten points in the last four games. Grab him while he's hot if you can.

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Kuznetsov got the puck in for a power-play goal in the second period and then won the game in overtime (4-3) on Thursday. He also helped Matt Niskanen, giving him three points on the night.

Fantasy Impact: Establishing himself as one of the game's best centers, Kuzy has seven points in four games since the break.

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Kuznetsov helped Brett Connolly and Jakub Vrana in the third period of the Caps 3-2 victory over Vancouver.

Fantasy Impact: Although he has seven points in five games (two goals) Coach Reirdon has pushed Kuznetsov to up his game.

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Kuznetsov's power play goal in the third period made it 4-3 on Friday. He also helped Tom Wilson in the second period.

Fantasy Impact: The only flaw in Kuznetsov's game is not enough goals (10 in 45 games) and a shooting pct of 7.7. If he can pick those up, he is a good pick in fantasy.

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Kuznetsov scored in the second period and helped Alex Ovechkin in the third period of the Caps 7-6 overtime loss on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact: With only two goals in the last 22 games (shooting at 7.4%), Kuzy is sub-par in that category and his coach has noticed.

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Kuznetsov helped T.J. Oshie in the third period of the Caps 7-2 defeat on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact: Alternating between the first and second lines, Kuzy gets almost a point a game, although he has only eight goals.

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Kuznetsov netted the Caps only goal in the third period as they were defeated 2-1 by the Blue Jackets.

Fantasy Impact: With 37 points in 38 games (+5), Kuznetsov is a solid player for fantasy.

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Kuznetsov helped Tom Wilson in the first period and Michal Kempny in the third period of the Caps 3-2 win over Detroit.

Fantasy Impact: Although you might wish for more than seven goals, at 36 points in 35 games, Kuzy is a steady source of production in real life and fantasy.

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Kuznetsov assisted Jakub Vrana in the second period as the Caps were defeated 6-3 on Monday.

Fantasy Impact: With 34 points in 32 games (+3), Kuzy is a good selection in fantasy.

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Kuznetsov helped Tom Wilson score the Caps' first goal as they defeated Ottawa 3-2.

Fantasy Impact: Steady as she goes, Kuzy is a reliable pick in fantasy with 33 points in 31 games (+3).

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Kuznetsov helped Tom Wilson for the game winner on Friday in the third period.

Fantasy Impact: With 32 points in 28 games (+1), Kuzy is one of the top centers in the league, playing on the top line of a first-place team. So, pick him in fantasy if you have room.

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Kuznetsov was credited with an assist for Tom Wilson's goal, starting the comeback as the Caps eventually defeated Carolina 6-5 in a shootout on Friday.

Fantasy Impact: With thirty points in 25 games (-1) and on a hot offensive team, Kuzy should be played in fantasy if you have room for him.

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Kuznetsov helped Brett Connolly in the first period T.J. Oshie in the second period (both PPGs) as the Caps defeated Detroit 6-2.

Fantasy Impact: With 29 points in 24 games, Kuznetsov is a solid play in fantasy.

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Kuznetsov helped Brett Connolly in the first period as the Caps shut out Columbus 4-0.

Fantasy Impact: Kuzy has points in all five games since his return and should be played in fantasy.

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Kuznetsov helped Jacob Vrana in the second period of the Caps 4-2 victory over Arizona.

Fantasy Impact: With points in every game since his return, Kuzy looks good and should be played in fantasy.

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Kuznetsov helped Jakub Vrana in the third period of the 5-3 defeat by Vegas.

Fantasy Impact: With four points in three games since his return on Nov. 30, Kuznetsov looks healthy and strong--a good play in fantasy.

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Kuznetsov helped Nicklas Backstrom (PPG) for the game-winner as defeated the Devils 6-3.

Fantasy Impact: Although he had not played since getting a hit to the head on Nov. 14, Kuznetsov is again a strong source of points in fantasy.

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Kuznetsov has not been on the ice since suffering a head injury in last Wednesday's Jets game. He will not play tonight (Monday) and probably not Wednesday versus the Blackhawks. (Source: Isabelle Khurshudyan of The Washington Post)

Fantasy Impact: The star center has six goals and 15 assists. Although the Caps scraped out a an overtime win on Friday, it's tough going without Kuzy.

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Kuznetzov was hit in the Jets game on Wednesday. (Source: J.J. Regan of NBC Sports)

Fantasy Impact: Kuzy leads the Caps with 21 points in 18 games.

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Kuznetsov helped Tom Wilson in the first period as the Caps defeated the Wild 5-2.

Fantasy Impact: With 21 points in 17 games (-3), Kuzy leads the Caps.

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Kuznetsov assisted Matt Niskanen for a power-play goal in the second period of a 2-1 defeat by Columbus.

Fantasy Impact: The center is now riding a six-game point streak with twenty in 14 games, so definitely a good player for fantasy.

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Kuznetsov helped T.J. Oshie with under two minutes in the third period as the Caps defeated the Penguins 2-1 on Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact: Now on a five-game point streak (19 in 14 games), Kuznetsov is a solid, steady choice in fantasy.

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Kuznetsov helped Evgeny Kuznetsov for a power-play goal in the second period of the Caps 4-2 win on Monday.

Fantasy Impact: On a four-game streak, Kuzy now has 18 points in 13 games.

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Kuznetsov made it 3-3 in the third period as the Caps lost in overtime to the Dallas Stars.

Fantasy Impact: Steady as she goes, Kuzy has points in 10 of 12 games (17 altogether) for a great start to the season

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Kuznetsov helped Alex Ovechkin in the second period of the Caps 6-4 loss to Montreal.

Fantasy Impact: With points in six of his last seven games (and 16 overall), Kuznetsov keeps on a steady track for fantasy players.

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Kuznetzov assisted Jakub Vrana and T.J. Oshie in the first period as the Caps defeated Calgary 4-3 in a shootout.

Fantasy Impact: With 15 points in ten games, Kuznetzov is excellent for fantasy.

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Kuznetsov's power-play goal came in the second period of the Caps 5-2 win on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact: Thirteen points in eight games ties Alex Ovechkin for the team lead.

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Kuznetsov helped Devante Smith-Pelly tie the game at 4-4 in the second period and Nicklas Backstrom tie it at 5-5 in the third period but the Caps lost 6-5 in a shootout to the Panthers.

Fantasy Impact: With twelve points in seven games, Kuznetsov is a solid choice in fantasy.

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Kuznetzov helped Matt Niskanen for the game winner in the Caps 4-3 overtime victory on Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact: With ten points in six games, Kuznetsov is giving top value in fantasy. Expect his price to rise, though.

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Kuznetzov helped Chandler Stevenson in the first period and scored in the second as Toronto defeated the Caps 4-2 on Saturday.

Fantasy Impact: With nine points in five games, Kuznetsov is putting up star stats so far this season.

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Kuznetsov was everywhere, scoring the first goals, and helping Nicklas Backstrom and Alex Ovechkin (twice) in the Caps 5-2 win over Las Vegas.

Fantasy Impact: With seven points in three games, Kuzy is delivering like a superstar to begin the season.

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Kuznetsov assisted Alex Ovechkin in the first period of the Caps 7-6 overtime loss on Thursday.

Fantasy Impact: Kuznetsov's 83 points last season were a career high. Look for another solid season for the top line center.

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Kuznetsov's first goal was unassisted at 1:27 in the first period (power play) to give the Caps a 2-0 lead. The Bruins sloppy goaltending allowed his second power-play score as the Caps won 7-0 in the season opener.

Fantasy Impact: Kuznetsov and his line look ready for another strong season.

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Kuznetsov helped John Carlson for a power play goal in the first period of the Caps' 3-2 win on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact: With fifty points in 53 games and on a five-game streak, Kuznetsov is well worth picking up in fantasy.

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After suffering a lower-body injury ("over-extended leg" last Thursday, Kuznetsov was a full participant in Tuesday's practice and will play on Wednesday, according to Coach Barry Trotz. (Source: Jesse Dougherty of The Washington Post)

Fantasy Impact: Looks like Kuznetsov will be on the first line with Alex Ovechkin and Tom Wilson, so fantasy players can expect points from a group that has been very productive this season.

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Kuznetsov helped Brett Connolly's game-tying goal in the third period of the Caps' 4-3 defeat by the Devils.

Fantasy Impact: With 42 points in 46 games (-2), Kuznetsov is slightly ahead of his career pace.

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Kuznetsov helped Alex Ovechkin for a power play goal in the second period of the Caps' 4-3 shootout win on Thursday.

Fantasy Impact: With 39 points in 39 games (-1), Kuznetsov is steady and likely to outpace last season's stats.

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Kuznetsov helped T.J. Oshie in the second period and scored in the third period of the Caps' 3-2 overtime loss to Arizona.

Fantasy Impact: With seven points in his last five games (and 38 points in 36 games overall), Kuznetsov is a good choice in fantasy.

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Kuznetsov scored in the third period to tie the game at 2-2 and send it to overtime versus Anaheim.

Fantasy Impact: With 11 goals in 34 games (36 total points), +1 on the ice and shooting at 13.6%, Kuznetsov is an excellent choice in fantasy if you can afford him.

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Kuznetsov helped Nicklas Backstrom for a power play goal in the second period of the Caps' 5-3 win over the Bruins.

Fantasy Impact: With 35 points in 33 games (ten goals), and shooting at 12.5%, Kuzy is a solid choice in fantasy.

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Kuznetsov helped Jakub Vrana, Brett Connolly and Matt Niskanen as the Caps defeated the Avalanche 5-2.

Fantasy Impact: With 34 points in 32 games (-2), Kuznetzov is showing his star power again this season.

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Kuznetsov's goal made it 5-1 in the third period of the Caps' 6-2 victory over Chicago.

Fantasy Impact: With 31 points in 29 games (ten goals), when Kuznetsov shoots, he scores.

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Kuznetsov scored in the third period of the Caps 4-3 victory on Saturday.

Fantasy Impact: Shooting at 13.4%, Kuznetsov is notching goals (9) and points (20) as the season heats up.

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Kuznetsov scored in the first and second periods for the only goals as the Caps were defeated 5-2 by the Kings.

Fantasy Impact: As 28 points in 26 games (-3) demonstrates, if Kuznetsov keeps shooting, he will score.

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Kuznetsov scored in the second period and helped Jakub Vrana twice as the Caps defeated the Senators 5-2.

Fantasy Impact: With seven points in his last five games (26 points in 23 games overall) Kuznetsov is starting to show his star power.

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Kuznetsov helped T.J. Oshie in the first period and scored in the third period as the Caps defeated the Wild 3-1.

Fantasy Impact: With 23 points in 20 games and on a three-game streak, Kuznetsov looks good for fantasy right now.

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Kuznetxov scored in the third period to make it 5-2, as the Caps were blown out by the Avalanche.

Fantasy Impact: Although 21 points in 20 games (-3) looks flashy, garbage-time goals are not what the team needs.

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Kuznetsov helped John Carlson (PPG) in the first period of the Caps' 4-1 victory over Pittsburgh.

Fantasy Impact: With 19 points in 17 games (-2), and the Caps starting to look like they did last season, Kuznetsov looks good in fantasy.

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Kuznetsov helped Devante Smith-Pelly in the first period and John Carlson in overtime as the Caps won 3-2 over the Coyotes.

Fantasy Impact: With 18 points in 16 games, Kuznetsov has a good start to the season.

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Kuznetsov helped Alex Ovechkin in the first period of the Caps' 3-2 win over the Bruins.

Fantasy Impact: At 16 points in 13 games (-1), Kuznetsov is showing his star potential.

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Kuznetsov scored twice in the second period (one unassisted) to put the Caps up 4-2. They won 5-2 on Saturday in Edmonton.

Fantasy Impact: With 15 points in 11 games (-1), Kuznetsov is starting to look like he did last season.

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Kuznetsov scored in the second period to make it 5-1 as the Caps were clobbered 6-2 by the Canucks.

Fantasy Impact: This was Kuznetsov's first goal of the season. He has 13 points in 10 games but is -4 on the ice.

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Kuznetzov helped Jakub Vrana and T.J. Oshie (PPG) in the Caps 5-2 win over the Devils.

Fantasy Impact: Kuznetzov has ten points in five games and is +5, a very promising start for the season.

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Kuznetzov helped T.J. Oshie's PPG in the second period of the Caps 4-3 OT defeat by Tampa Bay.

Fantasy Impact: The Caps power play is looking good.

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Evgeny Kuznetzov assisted all four of Alex Ovechkin's goals on Saturday as the Caps defeated the Canadiens 6=1.

Fantasy Impact: The Ovechkin-Kuznetzov-Vrana line is clicking, and should make plenty of points for Kuznetzov.

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The Caps' top line was on fire in the third period as Kuznetzov assisted Alex Ovechkin three times to tie the Senators game at 4-4. Kuznetzov won it for the Caps with the final shoot-out goal.

Fantasy Impact: Look for plenty of points from Kuznetzov.

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Kuznetsov scored a goal and had an assist during Washington's 2-0 win versus the New York Rangers.

Fantasy Impact: He has two goals and two assists in his last five games with 11 shots in that span. The goal was his 19th of the season.

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Kuznetsov scored a goal and had an assist during Washington's 5-3 win versus Colorado. He had two shots in 15:02 minutes of ice time.

Fantasy Impact: He has two goals and an assist in his last five games with 11 shots on goal in that span.

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Capitals C Evgeny Kuznetsov scored a goal and added an assist in Wednesday's 5-3 win over the Bruins.

Fantasy Impact: Kuznetsov has four goals and two assists over the last three games, and six goals and eight assists over the last 10. He's a must-start right now.

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Evgeny Kuznetsov was involved in both of the Capitals goals Tuesday night, scoring the first and assisting on the second.

Fantasy Impact: Kuznetsov, despite a slow start, is an excellent fantasy C and should be in every lineup possible.

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Capitals C Evgeny Kuznetsov scored a goal and had a power-play assist in Monday's 6-1 defeat of the Hurricanes.

Fantasy Impact: With seven goals and 28 assists through 47 games, Kuznetsov is having an excellent season. He's the ideal center for a team in need of assists and plus/minus.

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Evgeny Kuznetsov had a goal and an assist in Monday's 4-1 win over the Montreal Canadiens.

Fantasy Impact: Two of Kuznetsov's five goals this season have come recently, but he's been providing quality assists throughout the year with 22. He's also shooting a fair amount, with 79 shots reaching target and has a delightful plus-12 rating.

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Evgeny Kuznetsov had his 19th and 20th assists of the season as the Capitals ended the Blue Jackets winning streak Thursday night in Washington.

Fantasy Impact: Kuznetsov has five assists over the past two games and seven assists and a goal since the Christmas break. He was slow to get going this season but is paying off his owners right now.

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Evgeny Kuznetsov had a monster night in Tuesday's win over the Maple Leafs, scoring four points (one goal and three assists). He also added a +3 rating, two PIM and two shots on goal.

Fantasy Impact: It was a great effort from Kuznetsov and the Capitals' offense in general. It was his first goal in over a month, and he's up to only four after scoring 20 a season ago. He and the offense could catch fire now that we're into the second half, but it's largely been a disappointment so far for his owners.

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Evgeny Kuznetsov had two assists in Tuesday's 4-2 win over the Islanders, both coming on the power-play.

Fantasy Impact: While Kuznetsov hasn't been scoring much, his 13 assists have been welcomed by fantasy owners. He has seven assists in the last five games, three on the power-play and is a plus-1 in that span.

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Evgeny Kuznetsov scored his second goal of the season on Saturday, but it wasn't enough at the Caps fell to the Hurricanes, 4-1.

Fantasy Impact: Kuznetsov is off to a painfully slow start with just two goal and five assists through 14 games after putting up 57 points in 82 contests last season.

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Capitals C Evgeny Kuznetsov had two assists and was plus-2 in Tuesday's 3-2 win over the Jets. He had just one shot on goal.

Fantasy Impact: Kuznetsov has five assist in nine games after putting up 57 last season. He is seeing less time on ice with Alex Ovechkin, and may see less points as a result.

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Kuznetsov scored a goal on four shots with a rating of -1 and a minor penalty.

Fantasy Impact: He scored 77 points in the regular season so he is still a solid option even if he hasn't matched the scoring of some of the other big names on Washington this series.

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Evgeny Kuznetsov scored an unassisted goal in a 5-on-3 Power Play, but it was not enough to prevent the Caps from losing 3-2 to Chicago on Sunday.

Fantasy Impact: Kuznetsov has 64 points in 61 games and is leading the NHL at +29.

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Evgeny Kuznetsov's third period goal made the score 2-1 over the Kings Tuesday night.

Fantasy Impact: Kuznetsov has 57 points in 55 games and is +27 on the ice.

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Evgeny Kuznetsov assisted on two goals in the third period, but it was not enough to overcome a 4-0 deficit on Saturday night.

Fantasy Impact: Kuznetsov now has 56 points in 54 games and his 41 assists rank third in the NHL.

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Evgeny Kuznetsov passed his concussion test and is expected to be on the ice for Saturday's game against the Dallas Stars. (Source: Isabelle Khurshudyan of The Washington Post)

Fantasy Impact: This is good news for the Caps and for Kuznetsov owners, as the young center is leading the team in points (54 in 53 games).

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Evgeny Kuznetzov left the Caps' game Thursday night in the third period after getting elbowed or hit during a face-off. He was examined by a trainer and did not return to the game. (Source: Isabelle Khurshudyan of The Washington Post)

Fantasy Impact: Kuznetzov has been outstanding this season, leading the Caps with 54 points in 53 games and a +/- of +24.

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Evgeny Kuznetsov, who replaced Alex Ovechkin for the All-Star Game, was named the NHL first star for the month of January. (Source: Washington Capitals)

Fantasy Impact: Kuznetzov scored 16 points (four goals, 12 assists) in 10 games.

Evgeny Kuznetsov took the first star in the Caps' 4-1 win over the Canucks on Wednesday night. Kuznetsov, playing in the second line, notched the first score in the second period, and ended it with an Empty Netter.

Fantasy Impact: Kuznetsov has 41 points in 43 games played.

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Evgeny Kuznetsov scored a quick, deceptive goal in the second period to give the Caps a 2-0 lead over Tampa Bay.

Fantasy Impact: Kuznetsov leads the Caps with 28 points in 28 games played.

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Evgeny Kuznetsov assisted in the first two goals of the game, both in Power Plays, to put the Caps ahead 2-0.

Fantasy Impact: Kuznetsov is becoming a star before our eyes, leading the Caps with 26 points in 22 games played.

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Evgeny Kuznetsov took the first star as the Caps rolled over Colorado 7-3 on Saturday night. Kuznetsov's two assists came in the first period when the Caps scored four goals.

Fantasy Impact: Kuznetsov is pacing the team with 24 points in 19 games played.

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Only 45 seconds into the extra period, Evgeny Kuznetsov and Matt Niskanen combined for the game winner in Detroit.

Fantasy Impact: Kuznetsov is leading all Caps with 18 points in 17 games. He was moved to the second line (with Nicklas Backstrom going to the first line).

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With 1:16 to go in the OT period, Evgeny Kuznetzov faked a pass to Alex Ovechkin, cutting around tired defenders to shoot the game-winning goal.

Fantasy Impact: Kuznetzov continued his hot streak, with 13 points in ten games.

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Evgeny Kuznetsov broke a 0-0 tie with his third period goal but Washington was unable to hold the lead.

Fantasy Impact: Kuznetzov leads the Caps with 12 points (4 goals, 8 assists) in eight games.

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Evgeny Kuznetsov had a night in Edmonton with three goals and two assists in the Caps 7-4 win over the Oilers. The hat trick was the first of Kuznetsov's career.

Fantasy Impact: With eleven points in seven games, Kuznetsov has shown he belongs in the Caps top line.

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Evgeny Kuznetsov earned the first star with three assists as the Caps whizzed to a 6-2 victory over the Calgary Flames on Tuesday night.

Fantasy Impact: It looks like Kuznetzov will stay as center in the first line even with Niklas Backstrom's return. He has been productive in that line, with five points (all assists) in five games.

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Evgeny Kuznetsov provided three assists Tuesday in the team's 4-1 win over Carolina.

Fantasy Impact: Kuznetsov is still waiting on his first goal, but he now has five assists over the last three games. He should continue to be a solid player in a strong offense. He won't be held out of the net forever.

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