Kristopher Letang

Letang helped Jake Guentzel in the first period and John Marino in the third (PPG) as the Pens won 5-3 on Saturday.

Fantasy Impact: With 18 points in 22 games (+9), the defenseman is highly recommended for fantasy.

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Per Coach Sullivan, Letang is "week-to-week" after suffering an injury during the Boston game on Tuesday. (Source: Jerry DiPaola of Triblive.com)

Fantasy Impact: Significant injuries are piling up for the Penguins, which could impact other players in fantasy.

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Letang assisted Nick Bjugstad in the second period of Monday's 6-4 loss.

Fantasy Impact: With 12 points in 15 games (+5), Letang is a pretty reliable fantasy choice.

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Letang helped Sidney Crosby in the first period of the 7-1 victory over Philadelphia.

Fantasy Impact: With 11 points in 13 games (+7), Letang is one of the top-scoring defensemen for fantasy.

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Letang's goals came in the third period of the 4-2 win on Friday.

Fantasy Impact: With ten points in eight games (+5), Letang is tied for second among all NHL defensemen and should be on fantasy teams.

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Letang helped Sam Lafferty (PPG) in the second period and Jake Guenzel in the third as the Penguins dominated the Jets 7-3.

Fantasy Impact: On a five-game point streak (8 points in six games), Letang is a high-scoring defenseman who should be on fantasy teams.

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Letang assisted Sydney Crosby and scored in the second period of the Penguins 7-4 win over Minnesota.

Fantasy Impact: Having notched a point in all of the first five games, the defenseman looks headed for a good season in both fantasy and real life.

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Letang helped Sidney Crosby for a power-play goal in the second period of the Penguins 2-1 victory on Thursday.

Fantasy Impact: The defenseman has four points in four games but is -2 on the ice.

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Letang helps Sidney Crosby at the start of the first period but that was it for the Penguins in Tuesday's 4-1 defeat.

Fantasy Impact: With three points in three games (-2), Letang is off to a good start from the fantasy point of view.

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Letang contributed to the 7-2 victory over the Blue jackets with a power-play goal at the very end of the second period.

Fantasy Impact: A high-scoring defenseman (56 points in 65 games, +13 last season), Letang is off to a good start.

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Kris Letang picked up an assist in Tuesday's win over Winnipeg.

Fantasy Impact: The assist was his 15th of the season and his 20th point. He's also gotten six points in his past four games.

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Kristopher Letang tallied an assist in Saturday evening's loss to the Canadians.

Fantasy Impact: Letang put another point on the score sheets during Saturday evening's game. He already has four points total in this short season. This is Letang's upside and if he can stay healthy, he could be one of the best fantasy defensive players. Keep Letang in your lineups as long as he is healthy, and he will produce.

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Kris Letang added a couple of helpers in Thursday's win over the Islanders.

Fantasy Impact: Letang is on a three-game point streak in which he's compiled five assists. Letang hasn't scored a goal since Oct. 11th but has compiled 23 points in 30 games so far this year. Letangs consistent enough to own in most settings.

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Kris Letang contributed two assists in Saturday's loss to the Predators.

Fantasy Impact: Letang has been a very productive offensive blueliner once again this season. Letang has collected 13 points through 19 games. Letang has been putting plenty of pucks on the net and has been tagged for 14 PIM. Letangs consistent offense from the back-end makes him worth starting every game.

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The heavy news came on Wednesday as the Penguins announced that their all-star defenseman suffered a huge injury-setback. Letang will miss 4-6 months after he undergoes surgery to repair a herniated disc in his neck. "Right now it's pretty hard to swallow," Letang told the media. "It was not expected. I was going through rehab and it was going really well. In the last week it blew up on me. It's hard." The Pens will now have to fill Letang's 27-plus quality minutes of ice time per night. Not an easy task. Good news is fellow defenseman Trevor Daley seems ready to go. "That is kind of what I looked at with the schedule and making sure I was healthy," Daley said. "These next three would be nice. I may not get all three, but obviously the more I can get the better." Defenseman Olli Maatta was another player who made a return to practice today in a yellow 'no contact' jersey. Maatta is day-to-day and hopes to get at least a game under his belt before playoffs. (Source: nhl.com/penguins)

Fantasy Impact: It is certainly a huge blow for the Penguins. In fantasy you can now drop Letang, if you have been holding onto him, but grab Daley and/or Maata (if available) at the same time.

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Letang assisted Sidney Crosby's PPG in the second period of the Penguins' 3-1 victory over the Hurricanes.

Fantasy Impact: With points in nine of his last 11 games, Letang is hot, and a good choice for fantasy.

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Letang assisted Tom Kuhnhackl's short-handed goal in the first period of the Penguins' 5-2 loss to the Red Wings.

Fantasy Impact: With ten points in the ten games since his return on Jan 31, Letang is a good choice in fantasy.

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Letang assisted Chris Kunitz in the first period, Phil Kessel in the third and Sidney Crosby in overtime as the Penguins defeated Winnepeg 4-3.

Fantasy Impact: With 32 points in 38 games, Letang is healthy and productive. He has 12 points in the eight games since his return on Jan. 31.

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Letang assisted Matt Cullen in the third period of the Penguins' 4-0 victory over the Canucks.

Fantasy Impact: With 29 points in 37 games and eight since his return on Jan. 31, Letang is a good choice in fantasy.

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Letang assisted Phil Kessel in the third period of the Penguins' overtime loss to the Coyotes.

Fantasy Impact: With five points (and +4) in his last five games, Letang is solid on both ends of the ice.

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Letang assisted Chris Kunitz in the third period as the Penguins lost to the Flames in a shootout.

Fantasy Impact: With points in his last three games, Letang has looked solid since his return.

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Letang scored in the second period of the Penguins' 4-1 victory over St. Louis.

Fantasy Impact: With 26 points in 33 games, Letang's stats are in line with his career norm.

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Letang assisted Patric Hornqvist in the second period and Phil Kessel in overtime as Pittsburgh defeated Columbus 4-3.

Fantasy Impact: Letang looks solid in his second game returning from injured reserve.

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Letang played 23:45 minutes in Tuesday's victory over the Rangers, and although he didn't score any points he was +2 on the ice.

Fantasy Impact: With 23 points in 31 games, Letang is good but he is not Evgeni Malkin, who was placed on IR.

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Coach Mike Sullivan said Letang is "week-to-week" with his lastest injury. (Source: ESPN)

Fantasy Impact: Letang has been out twice before with injuries this season but when active he is the Penguins top defenseman.

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Letang's first period goal put the Penguins up 1-0 in a game they lost 6-3 to Detroit.

Fantasy Impact: With 23 points in 30 games, Letang is scoring well, but his defense is suspect at -5 on the season.

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Letang's PPG in the third period was the final score in the Penguin's 6-2 victory over Tampa Bay.

Fantasy Impact: Letang looked healthy in his return from injury, playing 30 shifts and 27 minutes. With 22 points in 27 games, he is a good fantasy option if he stays on the ice.

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Penguins D Kris Letang will be out a "couple weeks" with a lower body injury. (Source: Josh Yohe on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: The defenseman, currently ranked in the top-100 in most formats, looks to miss significant time with what is as of right now, an undisclosed injury. Letang has two goals and 17 assists, which is T-4th for all defenseman.

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Kris Letang scored a goal and provided an assist in Friday's win over the Islanders. He had five shots on goal and finished with an even rating.

Fantasy Impact: It was another great night from the defenseman, who is now up to 11 points in 12 games played this year with 39 shots on goal. He has five points scored (one goal, four assists) over his last four games.

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Kris Letang finished Wednesday's loss to the Capitals scoreless with a staggering -5 rating on the night. He did not attempt a shot on goal in nearly 24 minutes.

Fantasy Impact: It was a tough night all around for the Penguins, a game they'd like to quickly forget. They'll have their chance to move on Friday against the Islanders. Don't let the rough outing deter you, Letang remains one of the game's top players.

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Letang scored the eventual Stanley Cup-winning goal as Pittsburgh finished off San Jose with a 3-1 victory.

Fantasy Impact: Letang scored in five of the six games of this series. He scored 67 points in the regular season and should be among the first few defensemen selected in fantasy draft next season as long as his situation remains the same.

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Letang assisted on the first goal of the game after the Sharks had jumped out to a very quick 2-0 lead.

Fantasy Impact: Letang has assisted in four of the first five games of this championship series. Letang scored 67 points in the regular season and is one of the best fantasy defensemen in the N

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Letang assisted on the eventual game-winning goal in the Penguins' 3-1 Game 4 victory which leaves them one win short of the title.

Fantasy Impact: Letang has assisted in three of the first four games of this championship series. Letang scored 67 points in the regular season and is one of the best fantasy defensemen in the NHL.

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Letang recorded an assist on the game-winning goal in overtime. Pittsburgh is now up two games to none, however, the next two games will be at San Jose.

Fantasy Impact: Letang scored 67 points in the regular season and is one of the best fantasy defensemen in the NHL.

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Letang assisted on the game-winning goal in Game 1.

Fantasy Impact: Letang scored 67 points in the regular season. As a defensemen, his number stand out even more and he will be a viable option in DFS.

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Letang scored the second goal of the game to increase the Pittsburgh lead to 2-0. They would eventually go up 3-0 before giving up two third period goals to make it closer.

Fantasy Impact: Letang scored 67 points in the regular season. As a defensemen, his number stand out even more and he will be a viable option in DFS.

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Letang recorded an assist as the Penguins ran out to a 3-0 lead in the game. They ultimately won the game and the series in overtime.

Fantasy Impact: Letang scored 67 points in the regular season and then eight points so far in the playoffs. As a defensemen, his number stand out even more and he will be a viable option in the next round for DFS.

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Letang had a goal and an assist against the Senators. He also recorded six shots.

Fantasy Impact: Letang has put up very strong per game stats this season, as he is averaging close to a point per game. The key to his second-half fantasy value will be staying on the ice, as he has been prone to injury this season and throughout his career.

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Letang scored a goal and tallied one assist against the Blackhawks on Tuesday. He also recorded seven shots and four penalty minutes.

Fantasy Impact: Letang has been incredibly impressive since returning from injury on December 30. Since that time, in four games, Letang has recorded eight points. Despite missing nine games this season, Letang ranks 16th among defenseman in points.

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Letang recorded two goals, including one on the power play, and one assist on Thursday against the Red Wings. He also recorded five shots and six penalty minutes.

Fantasy Impact: Letang now has two multi-point games in the three games since his return from injury. When he is on the ice, Letang continues to be one of the more productive defensemen in the game.

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Letang recorded two assists and three shots against the Wild on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact: Letang has not provided the fantasy numbers expected of him, as he is a miserable -11 to this point. He has recorded at least one point in three of his last five games however, which provides hope his production is trending up.

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Letang logged 26:40 of ice time on Tuesday against the Canadiens, which led the team. He filled the stat line as he scored a goal, recorded five shots, blocked a shot, and recorded four hits.

Fantasy Impact: Letang will be one of the best scoring defenseman in the NHL if he is able to stay on the ice. It is important to note that Letang not only led the Penguins in ice time but also played the point of the power play unit for 2:21 of ice time.

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