Curtis Lazar - NHL News & Rumors

Not playing Thursday Per Mark Scheig of The Hockey Writers, Lazar (knee) will not play in Columbus on Thursday, according to coach Sheldon Keefe.

Impact Lazar missed 21 games with a knee injury suffered Oct. 27 versus Anaheim, and returned to action Tuesday for the first time in 22 games. He did not come out of the game healthy as the Devils will likely shut him down until after the Christmas break. Lazar has a goal and an assist in 13 games with the Devils this season.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Palat scores 3rd goal in 4 games, Devils beat Blues 4-1

Ondrej Palat and Stefan Noesen scored and the New Jersey Devils beat the St. Louis Blues 4-1

4 DAYS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Returning to action Lazar (knee) will play Tuesday against the Blues.

Impact Lazar has missed the past 21 games after undergoing knee surgery Oct. 31. The right-shot center will replace Justin Dowling on the fourth line. Before getting injured, Lazar chipped in a goal and assist over 12 games.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to day-to-day Lazar (knee) is considered day-to-day according to head coach Sheldon Keefe on Monday, Kristy Flannery of The Hockey News reports.

Impact Lazar has been out of action since Oct. 27 versus the Ducks, a stretch of 21 games on injured reserve due to his knee problem. Prior to getting hurt, the 29-year-old center was struggling to produce offensively with just one goal and one assist in 12 contests. Once Lazar is cleared to play, he figures to take Justin Dowling's spot in the lineup.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Lands on injured reserve Lazar (knee) was placed on injured reserve Monday, retroactive to Oct. 27.

Impact Lazar had already been ruled out indefinitely after undergoing a knee procedure at the end of October, so his move to injured reserve isn't particularly surprising. The Devils recalled Shane Bowers, Justin Dowling and Nolan Foote from AHL Utica on Monday, and they should help provide additional depth while Lazar is unavailable.

NOVEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoes knee procedure Lazar underwent a knee procedure Thursday and is out indefinitely.

Impact Lazar has a goal, two points and 36 hits in 12 appearances this season. He sustained the injury during Sunday's 6-2 win over Anaheim. Justin Dowling made his NHL season debut Wednesday and might remain in the lineup while Lazar is unavailable.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves Sunday's game Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site reports that Lazar (lower body) will miss some time after exiting Sunday's game versus the Ducks.

Impact Lazar was not able to put any weight on his right left after a collision in the second period of Sunday's win. It's unclear how long Lazar will be out for, but an update will come after he is evaluated. The right-shot forward has produced two points through 12 outings this season. Nathan Bastian will be a candidate to replace Lazar in the lineup.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Finds twine Friday Lazar scored a goal and added three hits in Friday's 4-3 overtime loss to the Islanders.

Impact Lazar has earned two points over his last three games, accounting for all of his offense this season. The fourth-liner tied the game at 2-2 with his tally 5:31 into the second period Friday. Lazar has added eight shots on net, 34 hits, four PIM and a minus-1 rating through 11 appearances. His spot in the lineup looks secure for now, but his inconsistent offense is not something most fantasy managers will benefit from, though he is on track for the first 200-hit season of his career.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Horvat scores in overtime as Islanders beat Devils 4-3

Bo Horvat scored 1:09 into overtime winner and the New York Islanders beat the New Jersey Devils 4-3

OCTOBER 26 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Curtis Lazar scores a goal against the New York Islanders

OCTOBER 26 • YOUTUBE

Creates helper in loss Lazar logged an assist and six hits in Tuesday's 8-5 loss to the Lightning.

Impact Lazar got on the scoresheet when he set up linemate Nathan Bastian's third-period tally. The 29-year-old Lazar looks to be cemented in a fourth-line role, and the bulk of his statistical production will come from hits. Through nine contests, he has a helper, six shots on net, 26 hits and four PIM while averaging 11:22 of ice time.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Practicing Thursday Lazar (upper body) is healthy at training camp Thursday, according to Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site.

Impact Lazar is expected to be a fourth-line winger with the Devils. He had the best offensive season in his career in 2023-24, scoring seven goals and adding 18 assists in 71 games, as New Jersey failed to make the playoffs. Look for a 20-25 point season from Lazar in 2024-25.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Sunday Lazar (undisclosed) will not be available Sunday against Nashville and could miss extended time, Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site reports.

Impact Lazar was injured Saturday against the Senators and logged just 6:38 of ice time with three hits and one shot. The 29-year-old has tallied seven goals and 25 points through 71 contests this season. It sounds like he'll miss at least a few games and is "likely" out for the remainder of the regular season. The team should have a more clear outlook on his status in the coming days.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Three-point burst in win Novak provided three assists -- including an empty-net helper -- in Tuesday's 6-3 win over the Maple Leafs.

Impact After missing the last game with a lower body injury, Lazar returned to his regular spot on the wing on the fourth line being centered by Chris Tierney. Although he only played 9:19 of ice time, Lazar produced a three-point game, his first of the season. He also finished with four hits and a plus-3 rating. The 29-year old winger only has 24 points on the year and with his limited ice time he is hard to trust as a fantasy starter.

MARCH 27 • ROTOWIRE

Set to return Lazar (lower body) is expected to return to the lineup Tuesday versus the Maple Leafs, per Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site.

Impact Lazar is projected to skate on the fourth line versus Toronto following a one-game absence. In 64 appearances this season, the 29-year-old forward has six goals, 21 points and 168 hits.

MARCH 26 • ROTOWIRE

Out Sunday Lazar (lower body) will not play Sunday against the Islanders, Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site reports.

Impact Lazar was injured Saturday against Ottawa but the extent of his injury isn't known at this time. The 29-year-old has just six goals and 21 points through 66 games this season. His next chance to play will be Tuesday in Toronto.

MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE

Goal drought hits 23 games Lazar's goal drought extended to 23 games as he finished with one shot and two hits in Sunday's 3-1 loss to the Golden Knights.

Impact Lazar hasn't found the back of the net since a two-goal outburst against the Golden Knights on Jan. 22, and a rematch with Vegas didn't alleviate his scoring woes. He came into this game with a helper in each of his previous two outings, but that modest point streak came to a close Sunday and was preceded by 11 games without a point. Overall, Lazar has just six goals and 21 points in 63 appearances.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Puts up helper Lazar posted an assist, four shots on goal and two hits in Tuesday's 4-2 win over the Predators.

Impact Lazar snapped a six-game slump with the primary assist on Timo Meier's go-ahead goal in the third period. Lazar has regularly served as the third-line center lately, though it hasn't translated to improved performances on offense. The 29-year-old has 17 points, 49 shots on net, 113 hits and a plus-13 rating through 47 appearances, putting him on track for a career year.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Good for two goals in overtime win Lazar scored two goals in Monday's 6-5 overtime win against the Golden Knights.

Impact Lazar buried both of his shot attempts, and he finished with a plus-2 rating with a blocked shot in 12:53 of ice time across 20 shifts. It wasn't all great, as he lost all three of his faceoff chances, although fantasy managers aren't likely complaining too vehemently. He snapped a 21-game goal drought dating back to Nov. 28, although he does have a respectable six points in 10 games in the month of January.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Good to play Wednesday Lazar (lower body) is available for Wednesday's game against Washington, according to Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site.

Impact Lazar is drawing back into the lineup after missing three straight games. He has four goals, 10 points, 57 hits and 25 blocks in 30 outings with New Jersey in 2023-24. Lazar's return is particularly timely because coach Lindy Ruff suggested some of New Jersey's forwards are questionable for Wednesday's contest, though he didn't specify who specifically might miss the game.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Saturday Lazar (lower body) isn't ready to return Saturday versus Boston, per Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site.

Impact Lazar also missed the Devils' previous two contests. He has four goals, 10 points, 57 hits and 25 blocks in 30 games this season. When Lazar is healthy, he'll likely serve in a bottom-six capacity.

DECEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out Friday Lazar (lower body) will not play Friday against Ottawa, Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site reports.

Impact Lazar was a game-time call but will miss his second straight game Friday. The 28-year-old has four goals and 10 points through 30 games this season. He'll be considered questionable ahead of Saturday's game in Boston.

DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time decision Friday Lazar (soreness) is expected to be a game-time decision Friday in Ottawa, according to Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site.

Impact Lazar sat out Wednesday as he was banged up according to coach Lindy Ruff. Ruff said that he will see how Lazar is after the morning skate and that will determine whether or not he returns to the lineup Friday. Lazar has four goals, six assists, 16 PIM, 25 blocked shots and 57 hits this season in 30 contests.

DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Is day-to-day Lazar, who is banged up, is expected to miss Wednesday's game and is regarded as day-to-day beyond that, coach Lindy Ruff told Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site.

Impact Lazar has four goals, 10 points, 16 PIM, 57 hits and 25 blocks in 30 outings this year. He's not expected to be out for long, so perhaps Lazar will even be an option Friday versus Ottawa. In the meantime, defenseman Brendan Smith might serve as a forward Wednesday.

DECEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nabs helper Lazar posted an assist in Tuesday's 6-5 win over the Canucks.

Impact Lazar has earned three points over his last four games despite filling a bottom-six role in that span. He played up the lineup at times when the Devils were missing forwards due to injuries. The 28-year-old has eight points, 22 shots on net, 47 hits, 19 blocked shots and a plus-5 rating through 21 appearances. His career high in points is 20, set back in 2015-16, a mark he could challenge this season if he remains a regular in the lineup.

DECEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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