Semyon Varlamov

Semyon Varlamov solid in crease in Saturday's win over Flyers

Semyon Varlamov was solid in the crease for the Islanders Saturday night, stopping 26 of 28 shots faced in a 5-2 win over the Flyers.

Fantasy Impact

Varlamov has been the perfect complement backing up No. 1 netminder Ilya Sorokin, allowing three goals or less in four of his last five starts in relief (3-2-0) The veteran goaltender continues to be a reliable backup option for fantasy owners in need of a streaking option when Sorokin needs rest, posting a solid 2.84 GAA and .916 save percentage in eight starts (5-3-0) between the pipes so far this season.