ILYA LYUBUSHKIN NEWS

Dishes pair of helpers Lyubushkin notched two assists, two shots on goal, a plus-2 rating and four blocked shots in Saturday's 2-1 win over the Wild.

Impact Lyubushkin has just five assists this season, all of which have come over seven contests in November. This was his second multi-point effort of the campaign, as he helped out on both of Mason Marchment's goals. Lyubushkin's biggest contributions are usually of the physical variety -- he's recorded at least one blocked shot in each game this season. The blueliner has 30 blocks, 17 hits, eight shots on net and a plus-4 rating through 16 appearances while filling a bottom-four role.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Generates assist Lyubushkin logged an assist, three hits, two blocked shots and a plus-2 rating in Thursday's 3-1 win over the Blackhawks.

Impact Lyubushkin has found some offense in November, posting three assists over his last three contests. The defenseman did not get on the scoresheet over nine games in October. That's not unusual -- he brings a physical element to the Stars' blue line, with little offense to add. He's recorded six shots on net, four PIM, 15 hits, 22 blocked shots and a plus-2 rating through 12 appearances in a bottom-four role.

NOVEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Contributes offense in defeat Lyubushkin provided two even-strength assists in Friday's 6-4 defeat to the Panthers.

Impact Lyubushkin's pair of helpers were his first two points of the campaign. The Russian blueliner added one shot, one block, two hits and a plus-2 rating in 18:33 of ice time to round out a solid fantasy performance. Lyubushkin is currently paired with offensive-minded Thomas Harley, so there could be an opportunity for the former to challenge his career-high mark in points (15) which he achieved during the 2021-22 campaign between Arizona and Toronto.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Ilya Lyubushkin Rips Maple Leafs for 'Unacceptable' Contract Offer Ilya Lyubushkin opened up about why he chose the Stars over the Maple Leafs.

OCTOBER 3 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

5 things to know about Stars defenseman, Ilya Lyubushkin, a.k.a. 'The Russian Bear' As a part of an overhaul of the team’s blue line, Lyubushkin signed a three-year deal with the Stars ahead of the 2024-25 season.

SEPTEMBER 3 • DALLASNEWS.COM

Player Profile: Ilya Lyubushkin | Dallas Stars Lyubushkin is a top penalty killer and is typically among team leader's in hits and blocked shots

AUGUST 29 • NHL.COM

Inks two-year agreement Lyubushkin signed a two-year, $6.5 million contract with the Stars on Monday, per Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet.

Impact Lyubushkin had eight points (all assists), 57 PIM, 176 hits and 168 blocks in 74 regular-season contests between Anaheim on Toronto in 2023-24. The 30-year-old is likely to serve primarily on the third pairing. Between Lyubushkin and Matt Dumba, who also signed a two-year deal with the Stars, Dallas is adding a lot of grit to its defense.

JULY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Logs helper in loss Lyubushkin notched an assist and nine hits in Saturday's 3-1 loss to the Bruins in Game 4.

Impact Lyubushkin has had a busy couple of days after making a round trip from Toronto to California to attend the birth of his daughter. The 30-year-old was able to avoid missing a game and now has two assists, 16 hits and three blocked shots over four playoff contests. Lyubushkin remains a steady part of the Maple Leafs' bottom four even as the team faces a 3-1 series deficit heading into Tuesday's Game 5.

APRIL 28 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 27 • NHL.COM

Back at practice Saturday Lyubushkin (personal) is back at practice Saturday and will be in the lineup for Game 4 versus Boston, according to Mark Masters of TSN.

Impact Lyubushkin went to California after Wednesday's Game 3 loss to Boston and witnessed the birth of his daughter. Lyubushkin had four assists, 64 hits and 30 blocked shots in 19 regular-season games with Toronto after he was dealt from Anaheim at the end of February. He will team up with Morgan Rielly on the top defensive pairing for Saturday's tilt with the Bruins.

APRIL 27 • ROTOWIRE

Misses practice Friday Per Terry Koshan of The Toronto Sun, Lyubushkin (personal) missed practice Friday, but is an option to play Saturday, according to coach Sheldon Keefe.

Impact Lyubushkin left the team for the birth of his third child after Wednesday's loss to Boston. The 30-year-old rearguard is expected to return ahead of Game 4 versus Boston on Saturday. Lyubushkin had four assists, 64 hits and 30 blocked shots in 19 games with the Maple Leafs after he was dealt from Anaheim on Feb. 29. Look for Timothy Liljegren to remain in the lineup, should Lyubushkin be unavailable Saturday.

APRIL 26 • ROTOWIRE

Records Apple Lyubushkin recorded an assist Monday during Toronto's Game 2 win 3-2 over Boston.

Impact Lyubushkin's secondary assist came late into the third period when Austin Matthews scored on a breakaway to put the Leafs up 3-2. The 30-year-old was on the ice for two of the three goals and logged 13:40 of ice time. He will be on the first defensive pairing with Morgan Rielly heading into game three.

APRIL 23 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 30 • NHL.COM

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MARCH 26 • NHL.COM

Good to go Sunday Lyubushkin (illness) will be in Sunday's lineup against Carolina, David Alter of The Hockey News reports.

Impact Lyubushkin will return after missing the last three contests. The 29-year-old has two assists in seven games since joining the Maple Leafs.

MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable for Saturday Lyubushkin (illness) will not be in the lineup against Edmonton on Saturday, David Alter of The Hockey News reports.

Impact Lyubushkin will be out of action for his third consecutive game due to his lingering illness. In seven games since joining the Leafs, the 29-year-old defenseman has managed just two assists, four shots and 28 hits. Given his limited offensive upside, most fantasy players won't be impacted by his continued absence.

MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE

Under the weather Lyubushkin is dealing with an illness and is not expected to play against the Flyers on Tuesday, David Alter of The Hockey News reports.

Impact Lyubushkin still hasn't scored a goal this season, adding just six assists in 62 games for the Ducks and Leafs. As such, few fantasy players will likely be impacted by his potential absence, though he has racked up plenty of hits (140) and blocks (148) and could have value in formats that value defensive stats.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Saturday Lyubushkin (undisclosed) participated in Saturday's morning skate and is expected to be in the lineup versus Carolina, according to Mark Masters of TSN.

Impact Lyubushkin was injured Thursday in Philadelphia. The Maple Leafs won't take any chances and will have Simon Benoit partake in the warmup prior to puck drop, just in case Lyubushkin suffers a setback. Lyubushkin has six assists in 61 games this season.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Saturday Lyubushkin (undisclosed) was not at practice Friday after getting banged up Thursday in Philadelphia, Mark Masters of TSN reports.

Impact Coach Sheldon Keefe said Friday that Lyubushkin 'took some hits (Thursday) and things tightened up on him Friday.' Keefe said that the Maple Leafs were hopeful that Lyububshkin would be able to suit up Saturday against the Hurricanes, but the team will wait to see how he responds. Lyubushkin has two assists in six games with Toronto this season and chipped in with four helpers in 55 games with the Ducks earlier in the campaign. A decision should be made ahead of Saturday's home game.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Grabs first point since trade Lyubushkin assisted on the Maple Leafs' lone goal during Monday's 4-1 loss to the Bruins.

Impact It's Lyubushkin's first point since being traded back to Toronto from Anaheim. The assist gives him no goals and five assists through 57 games. Clearly, the Maple Leafs believe he can help them push for a deep playoff run. However, fantasy managers should proceed with caution.

MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 4 • NHL.COM

Good to go Lyubushkin (head) is expected to play Monday against Boston, Mark Masters of TSN reports.

Impact Lyubushkin exited Saturday's win over the Rangers in the second period after absorbing a heavy hit from New York's Matt Rempe, but it appears he's already shaken off his issue. The 29-year-old Russian, who's picked up four helpers and 116 blocks through 56 games between the Ducks and the Maple Leafs this season, is expected to skate alongside Morgan Reilly in the top four versus the Bruins.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Exits after heavy hit Lyubushkin (head) exited Saturday's game versus the Rangers, Joshua Kloke of The Athletic reports.

Impact Lyubushkin took a heavy hit from Matt Rempe in the second period. This was his return to the Maple Leafs after being traded from the Ducks on Thursday. The Leafs are short on defensemen, so it's unclear what they'll do if Lyubushkin misses additional time.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 2 • NHL.COM

HockeyBuzz.com - Ben Shelley - Ducks send Ilya Lyubushkin to Maple Leafs in three-team trade NHL Hockey Trade Rumors

MARCH 1 • HOCKEYBUZZ.COM