JANSEN HARKINS NEWS

First goal of season Sunday Harkins scored a goal while recording two shots, three hits and two blocked shots in Sunday's 3-2 overtime win over the Hurricanes.

Impact Harkins found the twine for the first time in the 2024-25 campaign, and it was also the first time he cracked the scoresheet since Dec. 22, when he delivered an assist in a 5-4 win over Utah. He has four points in 30 games, though, so he's not much of a fantasy asset in most formats outside of leagues that reward physicality (77 hits, 22 blocked shots).

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Cutter Gauthier scores twice, including in OT, to lift the Ducks over the Hurricanes 3-2

Cutter Gauthier scored two goals, including one 1:52 into overtime, as the Anaheim Ducks beat the Carolina Hurricanes 3-2 on Sunday

JANUARY 13 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Nabs assist Sunday Harkins provided an assist and two hits in Sunday's 5-4 shootout win over Utah.

Impact Harkins has just two helpers to go with 26 hits and eight PIM over 10 games in December, but it's encouraging he's been a steady part of the lineup. He's been a fixture on the fourth line in that time and has little chance of being promoted to a more scoring-friendly spot. The 27-year-old has three assists, 52 hits, 14 blocked shots, 12 PIM and 11 shots on net through 19 outings overall.

DECEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Garners helper Monday Harkins logged an assist and two PIM in Monday's 3-2 shootout loss to the Canadiens.

Impact Harkins has been in the lineup steadily since mid-November, but he's in a fourth-line role on a low-scoring team. The 27-year-old has collected two assists 10 PIM, 36 hits and six shots on net through 13 appearances. Harkins will likely stay in the lineup at least until Leo Carlsson (upper body) can return. Since Harkins has crossed the 10-game mark since his last pass through waivers, he would need to be waived again to be sent back to AHL San Diego.

DECEMBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back in NHL Harkins was summoned from AHL San Diego on Sunday, per Derek Lee of The Hockey News.

Impact Harkins practiced with the Ducks on Sunday after heading down to the minors in a paper move. He has one assist, three shots on goal, three blocked shots and 15 hits in six NHL outings this season. Harkins could play Monday versus Seattle if Mason McTavish (upper body) or Brock McGinn (lower body) remain unavailable.

NOVEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Loaned to AHL affiliate Harkins was assigned to AHL San Diego on Saturday.

Impact Harkins has one assist, three shots on goal, three blocked shots and 15 hits in six NHL outings this season. His return to the minors could bode well for the availability of Mason McTavish (upper body) or Brock McGinn (lower body) ahead of Monday's matchup against Seattle.

NOVEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nabs helper Friday Harkins recorded an assist and two hits in Friday's 6-4 win over the Red Wings.

Impact The helper was Harkins' first point at the NHL level over three appearances this season. The 27-year-old was limited to four assists over 45 contests in 2023-24 with the Penguins. Harkins will likely play until Mason McTavish (upper body) returns, though he could stick around with the big club since Robby Fabbri (knee) is likely to be out until around New Year's.

NOVEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Anaheim Ducks place D Cam Fowler, F Robby Fabbri on injured reserve

The Anaheim Ducks have placed forward Robby Fabbri and defenseman Cam Fowler on injured reserve

NOVEMBER 13, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Brought up Wednesday Harkins was recalled from AHL San Diego on Wednesday, Patrick Present fo The Hockey News reports.

Impact Harkins could be immediately pressed into service versus the Golden Knights on Wednesday if Mason McTavish (upper body) remains unavailable, in addition to Robby Fabbri (lower body), who has already been ruled out. The 27-year-old Harkins has been on a tear in the minors this year with 17 points in 11 games and offers 200 games of NHL experience for the Ducks' bottom-six if called upon to suit up Wednesday.

NOVEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Reassigned to AHL Harkins was sent to AHL San Diego on Saturday.

Impact Harkins was recalled Friday and saw 10:11 of ice time, managing one shot on goal, one hit and a blocked shot. He could return Sunday as the Ducks face LA, depending on the injured status of Isac Lundstrom, who missed Friday's game with an upper-body injury.

OCTOBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled Friday Harkins was promoted from AHL San Diego on Friday, Derek Lee of The Hockey News reports.

Impact Harkins' promotion comes as Isac Lundestrom sustained an upper-body injury in Wednesday's matchup with Utah. If there is an open spot in the lineup, it will likely come down to Harkins or Ross Johnston for a place on the fourth line alongside Brett Leason and Brock McGinn.

OCTOBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Placed on waivers Friday The Ducks placed Harkins on waivers Friday, according to Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet.

Impact This is a bit of a surprise as the Ducks inked Harkins to a two-year contract in the offseason. He had four assists in 45 regular-season games with the Penguins last season and should be sent to the minors, if he clears waivers.

OCTOBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Joining Anaheim Harkins signed a two-year, $1.55 million contract with the Ducks on Tuesday.

Impact Harkins got into 45 games with the Penguins last year, but he was limited to four assists without scoring a goal on 37 shots. He also had 74 hits, offering modest physicality. He'll likely be ticketed for a bottom-six role with the Ducks, as the team should be able to fill out its top six with a mix of young and veteran talent.

JULY 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ends season without scoring Harkins failed to score a goal in 45 games with the Penguins this year, registering just four helpers.

Impact Harkins -- who was claimed off waivers by the Pens before the start of the season -- struggled with injuries throughout the 2023-24 campaign. The 26-year-old Cleveland native will head to free agency this offseason, and may not have shown the team enough to earn a new deal considering he couldn't score even when healthy. Still, Harkins likely won't be an expensive pick up regardless of where he lands, so maybe Kyle Dubas will opt to re-sign him.

APRIL 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Taken off injured reserve Harkins (hand) has been taken off injured reserve ahead of Monday's clash with Nashville, per the NHL media site.

Impact Harkins will likely move into a bottom-six role against the Predators, with both Emil Bemstrom and Valtteri Puustinen candidates to be dropped from the lineup. Before suffering his hand problem, Harkins was stuck in an 18-game pointless streak and has yet to score a goal in 43 games this season.

APRIL 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Preds Harkins (hand) is an option to face Nashville on Monday, Penguins play-by-play announcer Josh Getzoff reports.

Impact Harkins still needs to be activated off injured reserve for him to get into the lineup against the Predators. If the winger does suit up, it could come at the expense of Valtteri Puustinen or Radim Zohorna. The 26-year-old Ohio native hasn't played since March 7 versus the Capitals, a stretch of 19 games on the shelf due to his hand injury.

APRIL 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled from conditioning loan Harkins (hand) was recalled from a conditioning stint with AHL Wilkes-Barre/Scranton on Sunday, per CapFriendly.

Impact Harkins has not yet been activated from long-term injured reserve and hasn't dressed in an NHL game since March 7. The 26-year-old has averaged 8:12 of ice time while tallying 73 hits and four points through 43 games with Pittsburgh this season.

APRIL 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting conditioning assignment Harkins (hand) will join AHL Wilkes-Barre/Scranton for a conditioning assignment, Seth Rorabaugh of Tribune-Review Sports reports.

Impact Harkins has missed 15 games since breaking his hand in a fight against the Capitals on March 7. He had four assists in 43 games with the Penguins. Harkins should return to a fourth-line role following his conditioning assignment.

APRIL 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared for contract Harkins (hand) has been cleared for contact and participated in practice Friday, Matt Vensel of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

Impact Harkins could be nearing a return from a 15-game absence due to his hand injury, though he will need to be activated off injured reserve before he can suit up. The 26-year-old Cleveland native is stuck in an 18-game pointless streak and hasn't found the back of the net in 43 games this season. As such, his potential return to action likely won't impact the majority of fantasy players.

APRIL 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Shifts to LTIR Harkins (hand) was placed on long-term injured reserve Saturday, according to CapFriendly.

Impact Harkins is out indefinitely after undergoing hand surgery Friday. He won't be eligible to play until at least April following his placement on the LTIR list. Harkins has picked up four assists and 73 hits in 43 games this season.

MARCH 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoes hand surgery Harkins broke his hand in a fight with Washington's Beck Malenstyn on Thursday and underwent surgery Friday, Wes Crosby of NHL.com reports.

Impact Harkins will be out long-term, according to coach Mike Sullivan. The 26-year-old has failed to score in 43 games this season, chipping in with four assists and 73 hits in a fourth-line role.

MARCH 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Placed on injured reserve Harkins (undisclosed) was put on injured reserve Friday, according to Seth Rorabaugh of Tribune-Review Sports.

Impact Harkins returned to action Thursday after missing one game with an upper-body injury, but he was unable to play after a second period fight with Beck Malenstyn of the Capitals. Harkins has four assists, 73 hits and 21 PIM in 43 games this season.

MARCH 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set to play Thursday Harkins (upper body) is good to play Thursday versus Washington.

Impact Harkins missed Tuesday's 5-3 win over Columbus due to his upper-body injury. He has four assists, 14 PIM and 72 hits in 42 appearances this season. Harkins is projected to serve on the fourth line alongside Johnny Gruden and Jeff Carter.

MARCH 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time call Thursday Harkins (upper body) will be a game-time decision heading into Thursday's clash with Washington, Penguins play-by-play announcer Josh Getzoff reports.

Impact Harkins is currently mired in a 17-game pointless streak and has yet to score a goal in 42 games this season. As such, few fantasy players will be anxiously awaiting news regarding his availability Thursday. If the winger can't play, Johnny Gruden figures to slide into his place on the fourth line.

MARCH 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time call Harkins (upper body) will be a game-time decision Tuesday against the Blue Jackets, per Michelle Crechiolo of the Penguins' official site.

Impact Harkins was injured in Sunday's 6-1 loss to Edmonton. He has contributed four assists and 36 shots on goal over 42 appearances this campaign. If Harkins can't play Tuesday, the Penguins could recall someone from the minors or dress seven defensemen and 11 forwards.

MARCH 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE