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JANUARY 13 • YOUTUBE

Capitals' Anthony Mantha Blocks Shot And Undresses Jonathan Quick For Breakaway Goal

JANUARY 13 • YOUTUBE

Delivers power-play helper Mantha earned a power-play assist in Wednesday's 6-3 loss to the Devils.

Impact Mantha has 11 goals and seven assists through 32 games, putting him on pace for his best season as a member of the Capitals, and within reach of the back-to-back 48-point campaigns that he provided for the Red Wings between 2017-19. With T.J. Oshie (lower body) and Nicklas Backstrom (hip) both on injured reserve, the Capitals really need Mantha to elevate his game and he seems up for the challenge this time around.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Two tallies in OT win Mantha scored two goals, one on the power play, in Thursday's 3-2 overtime win over the Blue Jackets.

Impact He only recorded two shots on net on the night, but both of them got past Elvis Merzlikins. Mantha was almost invisible through the first six weeks of the season, but he's come to life with six goals and 10 points over the last 12 games, and the 29-year-old found himself elevated to the Capitals' top power-play unit Thursday in place of Evgeny Kuznetsov. If that assignment sticks, Mantha will find himself on the fantasy radar even in shallower formats.

DECEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Capitals host the Lightning after Mantha's 2-goal game

The Washington Capitals host the Tampa Bay Lightning after Anthony Mantha's two-goal game against the Columbus Blue Jackets in the Capitals' 3-2 overtime win

DECEMBER 22, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores again Sunday Mantha tallied a goal on two shots in Sunday's 4-2 win over Chicago.

Impact Mantha got the Caps on the board midway through the second period, gathering a nifty feed from Connor McMichael before sliding a backhander past Arvid Soderblom on a partial breakaway. The 29-year-old Mantha now has goals in back-to-back games and points in three straight contests. He's up to seven goals and 10 points through 21 games in a top-six role with Washington this season.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dishes helper Thursday Mantha tallied a power-play assist while logging 14:20 of ice time during Thursday's 5-4 shootout loss to the Stars.

Impact The helper gives Mantha two goals and four points over his last five games as the enigmatic winger seems to be improving as he gets more comfortable with head coach Spencer Carbery's system. The 29-year-old winger has been working as a top-six winger since T.J. Oshie (upper body) has been sidelined, but the with the latter nearing a return it remains to be seen if Mantha will continue to play such a prominent role or if he will be returned to more of a depth role moving forward.

DECEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pots goal in win Mantha scored a goal on two shots and blocked two shots in Thursday's 5-4 win over the Ducks.

Impact Mantha got the scoring started at 1:27 of the first period. The winger has three points over his last two contests, getting his offense back on track after struggling over four games following his return from an ear injury. Mantha is up to five goals, two assists, 28 shots on net, 10 hits and a plus-5 rating through 16 appearances this season. He should be able to maintain a middle-six role as long as his offense is steady.

DECEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pair of points in win Mantha scored a goal on four shots and added an assist in Wednesday's 2-1 win over the Kings.

Impact Mantha had gone four games without a point since he returned from an ear injury that cost him three contests. The 29-year-old saw just 11:34 of ice time, but he made the most of it while filling his usual third-line role. Mantha has four goals, two assists, 26 shots on net, nine hits and a plus-4 rating through 15 appearances, though his low ice time makes him a risky option at best in fantasy.

NOVEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will return Saturday Mantha (ear) will be back in the lineup Saturday versus Columbus, per Ethan Cadeaux of Monumental Sports Network.

Impact Mantha has missed the last three games after he ruptured his eardrum on an Evgeny Kuznetsov's shot that was deflected Nov. 8. Mantha has three goals and four points in 10 games this season. Look for Nicolas Aube-Kubel to come out of the lineup.

NOVEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Probable Saturday Mantha (ear) is likely to return Saturday versus Columbus, Tarik El-Bashir of Monumental Sports Network reports Wednesday.

Impact Mantha's injury was previously listed as upper-body, but he told Tom Gulitti of NHL.com that he ruptured his eardrum on a deflected shot last Wednesday by teammate Evgeny Kuznetsov. Mantha went about six days without hearing in that ear, but it's started to return. He also had some balance issues initially, which are behind him. If Mantha returns Saturday, then Nicolas Aube-Kubel might come out of the lineup.

NOVEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Resumes skating Monday Mantha (upper body) skated in a non-contact jersey prior to Monday's practice, Sammi Silber of The Hockey News reports.

Impact Mantha took a puck to the side of the head in the third period of a 4-3 overtime loss to the Panthers on Nov. 8 and did not return. The 29-year-old does not have a firm timeline for his return, but the Capitals' light schedule in the next two weeks affords him some extra time to heal.

NOVEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Placed on injured reserve The Capitals placed Mantha (upper body) on injured reserve Friday, Stephen Whyno of the Associated Press reports.

Impact Mantha has three goals and an assist in 10 games this season. He was injured Wednesday versus Florida and will be eligible to return Nov. 18 versus Columbus.

NOVEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss next two contests Mantha (upper body) is considered day-to-day and won't be available for Frida'ys game versus New Jersey or Saturday's game against the Islanders, Tarik El-Bashir of Monumental Spor...

Impact With Mantha, who has struggled to the tune of just two points through nine games this season, unavailable, look for Michael Sgarbossa to draw into the lineup against the Devils. Another update on Mantha's status should surface prior to Tuesday's matchup with the Golden Knights.

NOVEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Washington visits New Jersey after Mantha's 2-goal game

The Washington Capitals visit the New Jersey Devils after Anthony Mantha scored two goals in the Capitals' 4-3 overtime loss to the Florida Panthers

NOVEMBER 9, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Exits contest Mantha sustained an upper-body injury in Wednesday's game versus the Panthers.

Impact Mantha was hurt when he was struck by a puck in the third period. He left the ice bleeding after the play. The 29-year-old posted two goals in the contest, giving him four points through 10 outings this season. An update on his status should be available prior to Friday's game versus the Devils.

NOVEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

One of each in win Mantha scored a goal on three shots, added an assist and went plus-2 in Wednesday's 6-4 win over the Devils.

Impact Mantha opened the scoring at 6:37 of the first period. He also set up Connor McMichael's third-period tally which stood as the game-winner. It's been a rough start to the season for Mantha, who was scratched in the second game of the year, but he's now on the scoresheet. He's added five shots on net, three hits, two blocked shots and a plus-1 rating over five appearances.

OCTOBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Caps need more from Evgeny Kuznetsov and Anthony Mantha — and they know it The forwards disappointed in 2022-23 but have a new coach to work with this season.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM

Clear for camp Mantha (lower body) is listed as healthy on the Capitals' training camp roster, which was released Tuesday.

Impact Mantha missed the last five games of the season with a lower-body injury. The oft-injured winger had 27 points in 67 games last year, his most games played since 2018-19. He should be in the mix for middle-six minutes in 2023-24.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Anthony Mantha's 'crazy tough' season was a struggle. He got a mental coach to help. “Being scratched is hard … you come back and try to get things going and get your confidence,” Mantha said. “Sometimes it’s way harder than...

APRIL 20, 2023 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM

Not playing Thursday Mantha (lower body) won't be in the lineup Thursday versus the Devils, Tom Gulitti of NHL.com reports.

Impact Mantha finishes the season with 11 goals, 16 assists, 119 shots on goal and 68 hits in 67 contests. It will be his fifth straight game on the sidelines. Mantha suffered through his worst NHL campaign in his eight-year career -- his previous worst being 15 goals and 29 points in just 56 games, two seasons ago.

APRIL 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out Tuesday Mantha (lower body) won't play Tuesday versus the Bruins, Roman Stubbs of The Washington Post reports.

Impact Mantha will miss his fourth straight game. He has produced 11 goals, 27 points, 119 shots on net and 68 hits in 67 appearances this season. It's unclear at this time if Mantha will be available for Thursday's regular-season finale against the Devils.

APRIL 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not expected to play Mantha (lower body) is expected to miss Monday's matchup with the Islanders, Roman Stubbs of The Washington Post reports.

Impact Mantha will sit out his third consecutive contests. He sported a non-contact jersey during Monday's morning skate. Mantha has registered 11 goals, 27 points, 119 shots on net and 68 hits in 67 appearances this season.

APRIL 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday Mantha (lower body) will not play Saturday against the Panthers, Roman Stubbs of The Washington Post reports.

Impact Mantha was a late scratch for Thursday's 6-2 loss to the Canadiens and will be unavailable for Saturday's home game against Florida. Now eliminated from playoff contention, the Capitals are likely to give the 28-year-old winger all the time he needs to heal -- especially given that he has only generated 11 goals and 27 points in 67 games while in the lineup this season. Beck Malenstyn is expected to play as a result of Mantha's absence.

APRIL 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Joel Armia has 2nd hat trick, Canadiens beat Capitals 6-2

Joel Armia had his second career hat trick and the Montreal Canadiens beat the Washington Capitals 6-2 on Thursday night to snap a four-game skid

APRIL 7, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS