Forsberg and Marchessault lead the Predators past Utah 4-0
Filip Forsberg and Jonathan Marchessault each scored twice, helping Juuse Saros and the Nashville Predators beat Utah 4-0NOVEMBER 10 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
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NOVEMBER 10 • NHL.COM
Contributes helper in win Schmaltz posted an assist in Thursday's 4-2 win over the Blues.
Impact Schmaltz had recently spent time on the second line, but he was reunited with Clayton Keller and Barrett Hayton for this contest. This was a return to Utah's original top line, which led them to a productive start to the season. Schmaltz has five helpers over the last six games, and he's up to 12 assists and 29 shots on net without a goal over 14 outings this season. He's still a key part of the offense, and he'll break through eventually.
NOVEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE
Picks up pair of helpers Schmaltz recorded two assists, including one on the power play, and three shots on net in Wednesday's 5-1 win over the Flames.
Impact This was Schmaltz's fourth multi-point game this season, all of which have featured him earning two assists. The 28-year-old is up to 11 helpers without scoring a goal through 11 contests, giving him a share of the team lead in points with Clayton Keller. Schmaltz has added 25 shots on net and a minus-2 rating. He's still a decent depth forward in fantasy for formats that don't put too much importance on goals or physicality.
OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE
Gathers helper Saturday Schmaltz posted an assist and two shots on goal in Saturday's 2-1 overtime win over the Bruins.
Impact Schmaltz set up Vladislav Kolyachonok's third-period tally, which tied the game at 1-1. This was the first time Schmaltz has logged just one assist in a game -- he had a trio of two-assist performances and two pointless outings to begin the year. The 28-year-old playmaker is up to seven helpers, 15 shots on net and a minus-1 rating through six appearances. He often plays in a pass-first role on the top line, but he's had enough shot volume for one of them to get through soon.
OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE
Continues playmaking ways Schmaltz produced two assists, five shots on goal and two PIM in Wednesday's 5-4 overtime loss to the Ducks.
Impact Schmaltz set up Barrett Hayton's power-play tally in the first period and an even-strength goal by Clayton Keller in the third. This was the third time in five games that Schmaltz has had two assists, and he's added 13 shots on net, five blocked shots and a minus-1 rating. Playing with Keller and Hayton on the top line, Schmaltz should continue to be a strong playmaker, though he's also topped 20 goals in three straight seasons.
OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE
Two more helpers Saturday Schmaltz picked up two assists, one on the power play, in Saturday's 6-5 overtime win over the Rangers.
Impact The 28-year-old winger has benefitted early from regular shifts alongside the red-hot Clayton Keller and Barrett Hayton. While Schmaltz is still looking for his first goal of 2024-25, he has four helpers in three games while his linemates have lit the lamp six times between them. Schmaltz also has a secure spot on Utah's top power-play unit, putting him in position to top the career-high 61 points (22 goals, 39 assists) he recorded in 2023-24.
OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE
Provides two assists Schmaltz produced two assists, two shots on goal and three blocked shots in Tuesday's 5-2 win over the Blackhawks.
Impact Schmaltz helped out on his linemates' goals, setting up Clayton Keller in the first period and adding a secondary helper on Barrett Hayton's tally in the second. Schmaltz is the playmaker on Utah's top line, having surpassed the 30-assist mark in four of the last five seasons. The 28-year-old also earned his first 60-point campaign in 2023-24. He'll offer solid secondary offense and power-play production in fantasy, but Schmaltz is rarely a reliable source of non-scoring numbers.
OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE
Deposits game-winning goal Schmaltz scored a goal on three shots in Saturday's 2-1 preseason win over the Avalanche.
Impact Schmaltz didn't see much preseason action -- this was just his second appearance during the exhibition schedule. The 28-year-old didn't need to compete for a spot, as he's all but guaranteed to begin 2024-25 on the top line alongside Clayton Keller and Barrett Hayton. Schmaltz was productive as usual last season, recording 22 goals, 61 points (21 on the power play) and 158 shots on net over 79 contests as a playmaker.
OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE
Chips in with helper Schmaltz logged an assist and four shots on goal in Friday's 3-2 overtime win over the Oilers.
Impact Schmaltz had been held off the scoresheet in the Coyotes' previous two games. The 28-year-old forward set up a Logan Cooley tally in the second period of this contest. Schmaltz is up to 61 points (22 goals, 39 helpers) through 77 appearances, and he's added 156 shots on net, 41 blocked shots and a minus-17 rating. He's played primarily in a top-line role, though he's dropped down the lineup on occasion when head coach Andre Tourigny mixes things up.
APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE
Puts up two points Schmaltz scored a goal and added an assist in a 5-2 win over the Sharks on Sunday.
Impact As the Sharks frantically tried to make a comeback with their netminder on the bench, Schmaltz fired an empty-netter across the goal line for his 22nd of the year. He also added an assist on the game-winning goal, two shots on net and a plus-2 rating in 16:09 of ice time. With the conclusion of this contest, Schmaltz now has five multi-point games out of his last six played. The Coyotes return to action Tuesday in Seattle.
APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE
Produces two helpers in win Schmaltz notched two assists and three shots on goal in Friday's 7-4 win over the Golden Knights.
Impact Schmaltz was able to help out on a pair of third-period goals for his fourth multi-point effort in the last five games. The 28-year-old winger is up to 21 goals, 37 helpers, 148 shots on net, 41 blocked shots and a minus-17 rating through 73 outings. He's two points away from reaching 60 for the first time in his career, and he's got a good chance to get there considering how well he's played in recent weeks.
APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE
Logs pair of assists Schmaltz recorded two assists and a minus-3 rating in Saturday's 8-5 loss to the Rangers.
Impact Schmaltz set up linemates Clayton Keller and Nick Bjugstad for goals in the second period. The 28-year-old Schmaltz ended March with three consecutive multi-point efforts, and he had five goals and 16 helpers over 15 contests for the month. The forward is up to 56 points (21 on the power play), 144 shots on net and a minus-17 rating through 71 outings overall. Schmaltz is four points away from setting a career high.
MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE
One of each in win Schmaltz scored a goal on two shots, added an assist and went plus-4 in Thursday's 8-4 win over the Predators.
Impact Schmaltz contributed his pair of points during the Coyotes' four-goal second period. He's had a stellar March with five goals and 14 assists over 14 contests while playing on the top line. Overall, the 28-year-old forward has 21 tallies, 33 helpers, 143 shots on net and a minus-14 rating through 70 appearances. His career highs of 23 goals and 59 points are both within reach if he stays hot over the last three weeks of the season.
MARCH 29 • ROTOWIRE
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MARCH 29 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Two points in late rally Schmaltz scored a shorthanded goal, dished an assist and went plus-2 in Tuesday's 6-2 win over the Blue Jackets.
Impact Schmaltz was part of the Coyotes' four-goal rally late in the third period. He set up a Nick Bjugstad tally before potting one of his own for his first career shorthanded goal. Schmaltz has 20 tallies on the year, the third season in a row he's reached that mark, and he's added 32 assists, 141 shots on net and a minus-18 rating through 69 appearances. He's posted five multi-point efforts and 17 points across 13 outings in March.
MARCH 27 • ROTOWIRE
Adds helper in overtime win Schmaltz notched an assist and two shots on goal in Friday's 2-1 overtime win over the Kraken.
Impact Schmaltz assisted on a Clayton Keller tally late in the third period. With six helpers over his last four contests, Schmaltz continues to show off his playmaking skill. The 28-year-old achieved his third straight 50-point campaign (19 goals, 31 assists), and he's added 137 shots on net, 39 blocked shots and a minus-19 rating over 67 appearances.
MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE
Reaches 30-assist mark Schmaltz logged an assist in Wednesday's 5-2 loss to the Stars.
Impact Schmaltz continued his strong March by helping out on a Clayton Keller tally in the first period. That assist gave Schmaltz 14 points through 10 outings in March. The 28-year-old is up to 19 goals, 30 helpers, 135 shots on net, 39 blocked shots and a minus-20 rating through 66 appearances overall, primarily in a top-line role.
MARCH 21 • ROTOWIRE
Three assists continue hot stretch Schmaltz picked up a trio of assists in Saturday's 4-1 win over New Jersey.
Impact Since Feb. 25, Schmaltz has 16 points, including 11 assists, in 12 games. And that run has propped up his overall totals to 48 points (19 goals, 29 assists) in 65 games. If he can stay healthy, Schmaltz could flirt with his first 60-point season.
MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE
Picks up assist in win Schmaltz notched an assist and went plus-2 in Thursday's 4-1 win over the Red Wings.
Impact Schmaltz remains hot with 13 points over his last 11 games. He set up a Nick Bjugstad tally in the third period of this contests. For the season, Schmaltz is up to 19 goals, 26 assists, 134 shots on net and a minus-21 rating through 64 outings, his most games played in the last four seasons. His offense has been down, but his top-line and power-play roles maintain his status as a solid depth forward in fantasy.
MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE
Three more points in loss Schmaltz recorded a goal and two assists in Sunday's 7-4 loss to Chicago.
Impact Schmaltz picked up two assists on a pair of Clayton Keller goals before adding a tally of his own in the third, ripping a rebound past Arvid Soderblom to cut Arizona's deficit to 5-4. While it's been a down year overall for Schmaltz, he's been productive of late, notching five goals and 12 points in his last nine contests. He's up to 19 goals and 44 points through 62 games this season.
MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE
Sets up insurance marker Schmaltz notched an assist and two shots on goal in Friday's 4-0 win over the Red Wings.
Impact Schmaltz set up a Nick Bjugstad tally in the second period, which was the last goal of the game. The 28-year-old Schmaltz has gotten on the scoresheet in seven of his last 10 outings, earning four goals and six assists in that span. For the season, the veteran forward has 41 points, 127 shots on net and a minus-21 rating over 61 appearances, a clear downturn from the 59 and 58 points he posted over the previous two campaigns.
MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE
Adds power-play helper Schmaltz logged a power-play assist and two shots on goal in Thursday's 5-2 loss to the Wild.
Impact Schmaltz has racked up four goals and four assists over his last seven outings, including five power-play points in that span. The 28-year-old is up to 40 points, 125 shots on net, 35 blocked shots and a minus-22 rating. He should continue to offer solid scoring-only production while in a top-line role for the Coyotes.
MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE
Two points in Sunday's win Schmaltz produced an even-strength goal and a power-play assist in Sunday's 5-2 win over the Capitals.
Impact The 28-year-old has delivered three multi-point efforts in the last five games, a stretch in which he's piled up four goals and seven points. Schmaltz is on pace for his third straight 50-point campaign, but he's focused more on his own scoring in 2023-24 rather than feeding his teammates -- his 18 goals is five short of his career high with 21 games left on the Coyotes' schedule, while his 122 shots on net is only 10 shy of tying his personal best.
MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE
Two-point effort Friday Schmaltz produced a goal and an assist, both on the power play, in Friday's 5-3 win over the Senators.
Impact It's the second multi-point performance in the last four games for the 28-year-old. Schmaltz has had a tough season in many respects -- his minus-21 rating ranks in the bottom 30 in the entire NHL -- but he's at least showing signs of heating up offensively. He's collected three goals and six points in the last six contests, with four of those points (two goals, two assists) coming on the power play.
MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE
