NICK BJUGSTAD NEWS

Breaks out of slump Bjugstad produced an assist, two shots on goal, three hits, two PIM and a plus-2 rating in Thursday's 5-3 win over the Flames.

Impact Bjugstad snapped a 12-game point drought with a helper on Lawson Crouse's go-ahead goal at 2:35 of the third period. In that span, Bjugstad went minus-8 with 21 shots on net and 14 hits. The 32-year-old has centered the third line a majority of the time this year, but that group has struggled to get on the scoresheet regularly. Bjugstad has just nine points with 48 shots on net, 43 hits, 10 PIM and a minus-6 rating over 30 appearances, so he doesn't need to be rostered in many fantasy formats.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Lawson Crouse scores twice, Utah ends 5-game winless streak with 5-3 victory over Flames

Lawson Crouse scored twice and the Utah Hockey Club rallied to beat the Calgary Flames 5-3 on Thursday night to end a five-game winless streak

2 DAYS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Goes quiet on offense Bjugstad's point drought reached nine games in Monday's 3-2 loss to the Stars.

Impact Bjugstad's role is pretty steady for Utah -- he fills a bottom-six role and provides a bit of physicality. The 32-year-old center has mostly filled a spot on the third line this season. When he's scoring, he can work his way onto some fantasy rosters, but he doesn't need to be picked up when he's cold. Overall, Bjugstad has eight points, 42 shots on net, 38 hits, 16 blocked shots and a minus-5 rating over 26 appearances.

DECEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Lends helper Friday Bjugstad produced an assist, three shots on goal and two blocked shots in Friday's 4-3 overtime loss to the Oilers.

Impact Bjugstad set up Lawson Crouse's game-tying goal in the third period. The helper was Bjugstad's first since Nov. 2, though he has four goals over 10 goals in that span. The center is at seven points, 24 shots on net, 22 hits and a minus-1 rating through 15 appearances. His production is at a pace just below where he was with 45 points in 76 contests in 2023-24, and it's just enough to put him on the fringe of fantasy consideration in deeper formats.

NOVEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Strikes on power play in win Bjugstad scored a power-play goal and added two hits in Saturday's 6-1 win over the Penguins.

Impact Bjugstad's first power-play point was also his fourth goal in the last five games. The 32-year-old center has held down a middle-six role since he returned from an upper-body injury Oct. 26. He has six points, 17 shots on net, 19 hits and a minus-1 rating over 12 appearances this season.

NOVEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sidney Crosby scores 600th career NHL goal, but Penguins fall to Utah 6-1

Sidney Crosby scored his 600th NHL goal for Pittsburgh but the Penguins lost 6-1 to the Utah Hockey Club

NOVEMBER 24, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores in loss to Caps Bjugstad scored a goal, took two shots and recorded two hits in Monday's 6-2 loss to the Capitals.

Impact Bjugstad notched his third goal of the season, but by the time he found the back of the net, Utah was already losing 4-2 midway through the second period. It's worth noting that all three of Bjugstad's goals have come in his last three appearances.

NOVEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ovechkin scores twice before leaving with apparent injury, leads Capitals past Utah 6-2

Alex Ovechkin scored two goals, tying an NHL record, before leaving with an apparent leg injury to propel the Washington Capitals to a 6-2 victory over the Utah Hockey Club on Mond...

NOVEMBER 19, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

First two goals of season Bjugstad scored two goals while adding three shots, one hit and one blocked shot in Wednesday's 4-1 win over the Hurricanes.

Impact Bjugstad missed the first eight games of the season due to an upper-body injury and has struggled to find any sort of rhythm since returning to the ice. These were his first two goals of the season, but the fact that he's gone pointless in six of his eight appearances limits his upside considerably. He only has four points so far (two goals, two assists) while averaging slightly more than 13 minutes of ice time per game.

NOVEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Utah Hockey Club take on the Golden Knights following Bjugstad's 2-goal showing

The Utah Hockey Club host the Vegas Golden Knights after Nick Bjugstad's two-goal game against the Carolina Hurricanes in the Utah Hockey Club's 4-1 win

NOVEMBER 14, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Utah scores 3 goals in 2 1/2 minutes in 3rd, Vejmelka has 49 saves in 4-1 win over Hurricanes

Nick Bjugstad scored his second goal of the game to cap the Utah Hockey Club’s three-goal flurry in a 2 1/2-minute span of the third period in a 4-1 victory over the Carolina Hurri...

NOVEMBER 14, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Dishes two helpers in overtime loss Bjugstad logged two assists in Saturday's 4-3 overtime loss to the Golden Knights.

Impact Bjugstad set up goals by Logan Cooley and Alex Kerfoot in this contest. These were Bjugstad's first two points of the year, coming in his fourth appearance after he missed eight games due to an upper-body injury. The center has added six shots on net, nine hits, three blocked shots, two PIM and an even plus-minus rating. The 32-year-old offers modest scoring and decent all-around production as long as he can maintain a middle-six role.

NOVEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Howden's OT goal beats Utah 4-3 and keep Golden Knights perfect at home

Brett Howden deked Alexander Kerfoot, skated to the front of the net and scored at 2:15 of overtime to keep the Vegas Golden Knights perfect at home with a 4-3 victory over the Uta...

NOVEMBER 3, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Four hits in first game of season Bjugstad (upper body) delivered four hits in 12:49 of ice time in a 3-2 loss to the Kings on Saturday. It was his season debut.

Impact Bjugstad had missed Utah's first eight games due to the injury. His return solidifies middle ice for Utah. He will lock down the 3C role behind Barrett Hayton and Logan Cooley, and he should start making an offensive impact once he gets his game legs under him.

OCTOBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Joel Edmundson scores twice to lead Kings past Utah 3-2

Joel Edmundson scored twice and Brandt Clarke had a goal and an assist, helping the Los Angeles Kings beat Utah 3-2

OCTOBER 26, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Expected to play Saturday Bjugstad (upper body) will be taken off injured reserve and play Saturday against the Kings, per Brogan Houston of Deseret News Sports.

Impact Bjugstad missed Utah's opening eight games because of the injury. He had 22 goals and 45 points in 76 appearances with the Coyotes in 2023-24. Now that Bjugstad is healthy, he'll likely serve in a middle-six capacity.

OCTOBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Participating in contact drills Head coach Andre Tourigny said Friday that Bjugstad (upper body) has resumed contact drills and is 7-10 days away from returning, Cole Bagley of KSL Sports reports.

Impact Bjugstad began the 2024-25 season on injured reserve and was initially expected to be sidelined until the end of November, but it appears as though he'll be in the mix to return to action in late October. While the 32-year-old will still miss a few more games, it's encouraging that he's progressing in his recovery and has developed a return timetable. Over 76 appearances for the Coyotes last year, Bjugstad tallied 22 goals and 45 points while averaging 17:27 of ice time.

OCTOBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starts season on IR Bjugstad (upper body) was placed on injured reserve Monday, per The Hockey News.

Impact Bjugstad has already been ruled out for October, so this move is not a surprise. If Utah needs additional cap space, Bjugstad may eventually be transferred to long-term injured reserve.

OCTOBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out until November Bjugstad (upper body) is not expected back until the start of November, per Craig Morgan of ALLCITY Network on Tuesday.

Impact Bjugstad figures to be a lock to start the season on long-term injured reserve considering he will be out of action for more than the required 10 games and 24 days. The absence of Bjugstad from the lineup should open up more minutes for both Logan Cooley and Alex Kerfoot. Additionally, Aku Raty could be in line to crack the 23-man roster thanks to the extra spot that will become available when Bjugstad hits LTIR.

OCTOBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set to miss Opening Night Bjugstad (upper body) isn't expected to be ready for Utah HC's Opening Night against Chicago on Oct. 8, per Craig Morgan of ALLCITY Network on Wednesday.

Impact It's not clear how much time Bjugstad will miss, but he was already listed as week-to-week as of last Thursday. He had 22 goals and 45 points in 76 contests with Arizona in 2023-24. Once he's available, Bjugstad is expected to serve in a middle-six capacity.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out week-to-week Bjugstad (upper body) will not be available for the start of training camp and is considered week-to-week, Craig Morgan of ALLCITY Network reports Thursday.

Impact Bjugstad was deemed ready to go Wednesday, so this is a bit of a surprise. The 32-year-old had a good season with the Coyotes last year, scoring 22 times while adding 23 assists in 76 regular-season contests. Look for Bjugstad to garner a role as a middle-six forward, once he is healthy.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Clear to start camp Bjugstad (undisclosed) is listed to skate with the first group at Thursday's on-ice practice session, Belle Fraser of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.

Impact Bjugstad missed the last five games of 2023-24, but it doesn't appear that injury is lingering. The 32-year-old is likely to fill a bottom-six role in 2024-25, but he could move into the top six when injuries arise. He was productive with 45 points in 76 outings last season.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play in finale Bjugstad (undisclosed) isn't in the lineup for Wednesday's season finale versus the Oilers.

Impact Bjugstad ended up missing the last five games of the campaign. He closes 2023-24 with 45 points, 165 shots on net, 118 hits and a plus-11 rating through 76 appearances. He is under contract for 2024-25, so he should be in contention for a middle-six role next season.

APRIL 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable due to injury Bjugstad (undisclosed) won't play Tuesday against Seattle after traveling back to Phoenix, according to Craig Morgan of PHNX Sports.

Impact Bjugstad is considered to be longer than day-to-day due to an undisclosed injury. If he doesn't rejoin the team for the remainder of the trip, he could be out until the Coyotes' regular-season finale against Edmonton on April 17. He has racked up 12 goals and 18 points over his past 22 outings. Jan Jenik, who was recalled from AHL Tucson on Tuesday, will replace Bjugstad in the lineup against the Kraken. Logan Cooley could get a chance to center the top line during Bjugstad's absence.

APRIL 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nets goal in third-period rally Bjugstad scored a goal on three shots and added two hits in Friday's 7-4 win over the Golden Knights.

Impact Bjugstad's tally in the third period brought the Coyotes within a goal at 9:16 of the frame. The center has five goals and three assists over his last eight games, going without a point just once in that span. Life on the top line has treated him well lately, but the 31-year-old has put together a solid season with 22 goals, 45 points, 164 shots on net, 117 hits, 59 PIM and a plus-9 rating through 75 contests in a multitude of spots in the lineup.

APRIL 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE