NOEL ACCIARI NEWS

Fills empty net Acciari scored an empty-net goal and blocked two shots in Friday's 4-2 win over the Capitals.

Impact Acciari has two points and eight shots on net over his last three games. The 32-year-old forward continues to play in a middle-six role as the Penguins search for line combinations that will lead to success. Acciari has just five points through 16 contests, but he's added 23 shots on net, 43 hits, 24 blocked shots and a minus-7 rating, so he could help fantasy managers who are looking for more than just offense in deep formats.

NOVEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Malkin scores to help the Penguins beat the Capitals in the 95th game between Crosby and Ovechkin

Evgeni Malkin scored midway through the third period, and the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Washington Capitals 4-2 in the 95th NHL game between Sidney Crosby and Alex Ovechkin

NOVEMBER 9 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Earns assist in shootout loss Acciari notched an assist, three shots on goal and a game-high four blocked shots in Tuesday's 4-3 shootout loss to the Islanders.

Impact Acciari snapped a five-game point drought when he helped out on a Michael Bunting goal in the third period. The 32-year-old Acciari is producing at his usual level in 2024-25, offering plenty of physical play and a little depth scoring. He has four points, 18 shots on net, 40 hits, 21 blocked shots and a minus-6 rating over 14 contests in a bottom-six role. Injuries limited the forward to seven points in 55 games last year, but he should be back to challenging for the 20-point mark this season.

NOVEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Penguins' Noel Acciari avoids discipline for hit on Montreal's Juraj Slafkovsky Pittsburgh Penguins forward Noel Acciari drew a lot of attention from the Montreal Canadiens in the late stages of his team’s 3-1 home win a...

NOVEMBER 4 • TRIBLIVE.COM

About Last Night: Canadiens lose third straight 3-1 to Penguins Juraj Slafkovsky left the game late in the third period after taking a hit to the head by Noel Acciari.

NOVEMBER 3 • MONTREALGAZETTE.COM

Scores Tuesday Acciari scored a goal on two shots, doled out five hits and blocked five shots in Tuesday's 4-3 shootout loss to the Flames.

Impact Acciari drained his first goal of the season, giving the Penguins a 3-2 lead in the third period. The 32-year-old forward is up to three points, eight shots on net, 26 hits, 11 blocked shots and a minus-3 rating through eight contests. His 14:39 of ice time Tuesday was his highest total this season, which suggests he could be in line to be promoted to a middle-six role after playing primarily on the fourth line.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Calgary Flames grind out 4-3 shootout win over Pittsburgh Penguins

Justin Kirkland scored the decisive goal in the sixth round of the shootout Tuesday night as the red-hot Calgary Flames prevailed 4-3 over the Pittsburgh Penguins

OCTOBER 23 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Garners first point Acciari had an assist, one blocked shot and four hits in Monday's 6-3 win over the Canadiens.

Impact Acciari had the primary assist on Kevin Hayes' game-winning goal early in the third period. It was the first point of the season for Acciari, who is skating on the fourth line.

OCTOBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Scores twice in preseason win Acciari notched two goals (on three shots) in Friday's 7-3 preseason win over the Blue Jackets.

Impact Acciari is expected to compete for a bottom-six role in the final days of training camp, but there's no question this two-goal performance certainly boosts his case to earn a role as a bottom-six forward. Acciari had an underwhelming season in 2023-24, though, racking up just seven points in 55 games, which represents his lowest total since 2016-17.

OCTOBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Ready for training camp Acciari (lower body) will be good to go for the start of training camp, per the Penguins' roster release Tuesday.

Impact Acciari reportedly would have been ready to play in the postseason had the Penguins qualified, so it shouldn't be a surprise that he was deemed healthy before the start of camp. The team added a wealth of depth forwards in the offseason, meaning Acciari if far from a lock for the lineup on a nightly basis and will have to hold off the likes of Anthony Beauvillier and Valtteri Puustinen, to name a few, for a bottom-six role.

SEPTEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Could have played in postseason Acciari clarified Thursday that he suffered a glute injury but would have been ready for the postseason after avoiding surgery, Andrew Destin of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports...

Impact Acciari missed the final 12 games of the Penguins' season due to his glute injury. On the year, the 32-year-old center managed just seven points in 55 games, his lowest posting total since 2016-17 when he was in action for only 29 contests for the Bruins. Acciari figures to be locked into a bottom-six role for the club next season and might even find himself a healthy scratch periodically if he continues to struggle offensively.

APRIL 18 • ROTOWIRE

Sam Poulin finally called up by Penguins in wake of Noel Acciari's season-ending injury His last two seasons disrupted by health issues, Sam Poulin needed to wait 16 months to get the call back to the NHL. But it finally came Mo...

MARCH 26 • POST-GAZETTE.COM

Designated for IR Acciari (lower body) was placed on injured reserve Tuesday.

Impact Acciari finds himself on injured reserve for the third time this season. The injuries have limited the 32-year-old center to just 55 games this season in which he registered a mere seven points to go with 123 hits. Samuel Poulin was called up in a corresponding move Tuesday and could be pressed into the lineup against the Hurricanes depending on the health of Jeff Carter (upper body).

MARCH 26 • ROTOWIRE

Injured Sunday Acciari (undisclosed) will not return to Sunday's tilt with Colorado.

Impact Acciari blocked one shot in 4:56 of ice time prior to exiting the game. An update on his status should be available before Tuesday's matchup with Carolina. If he misses any time, Joona Koppanen could slide back into the lineup.

MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE

Scores Thursday Acciari scored a goal on his only shot in Thursday's 6-3 win over San Jose.

Impact Acciari opened the scoring midway through the first period, deflecting an Erik Karlsson shot past Magnus Chrona. It's the first goal since Dec. 31 for Acciari and just his second point in his last 22 games. The 32-year-old center now has four goals and six points through 50 games in a fourth-line role with Pittsburgh this season.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to return Acciari (upper body) is in the lineup versus the Capitals on Thursday.

Impact Acciari will return after a one-game absence with the injury, and he'll slot onto the third line due to Drew O'Connor's (concussion) absence. Acciari has just five points with 101 hits and 72 blocked shots over 45 appearances.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time decision versus Caps Acciari (upper body) will be a game-time call against Washington on Thursday, Penguins play-by-play announcer Josh Getzoff reports.

Impact Acciari could return to action after missing just one game due to his upper-body issue. Considering the 32-year-old center is stuck in a 17-game goal drought, during which he registered just one assist and 20 shots, fantasy players shouldn't be banking on his offensive upside. If the center plays Thursday, it will likely be in a third-line role being vacated by Drew O'Connor (concussion).

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable Tuesday Acciari (upper body) won't play Tuesday against Columbus, according to Michelle Crechiolo of the Penguins' official site.

Impact Acciari is still being evaluated, so a timetable for his return to the lineup is unclear. He has picked up five points, 51 shots on goal and 101 hits in 45 appearances this season. Jesse Puljujarvi will probably draw back in for Tuesday's contest due to Acciari's absence.

MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE

Bags apple Saturday Acciari notched an assist and two shots on goal in Saturday's 4-3 loss to the Flames.

Impact The helper was Acciari's first point in five games since he returned from a concussion. The 32-year-old fourth-liner hasn't added much offense in 2023-24, picking up five points with 50 shots on net, 100 hits, 70 blocked shots and an even plus-minus rating. Acciari had 23 points between the Blues and the Maple Leafs last year, but his lack of offense this season makes him a non-factor in most fantasy formats.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Off injured reserve Acciari (concussion) was taken off injured reserve Thursday, per Seth Rorabaugh of Tribune-Review Sports, which sets the stage for him to draw into the lineup for the evening's gam...

Impact Acciari missed the Penguins' previous six contests. He has three goals, four points, 91 hits and 59 blocks in 39 outings in 2023-24. Acciari is projected to play on the fourth line Thursday while Jesse Puljujarvi might serve as a healthy scratch.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time decision Thursday Acciari (concussion) will be a game-time decision versus Montreal on Thursday, according to Wes Crosby of NHL.com.

Impact Acciari has been out of action since Feb. 6. He has a goal, three assists, 91 hits and 59 blocked shots in 39 games. Should he return to the lineup, look for Jesse Puljujarvi to be a healthy scratch.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared for contact Acciari (concussion) was a full participant at Wednesday's practice, Seth Rorabaugh of Tribune-Review Sports reports.

Impact The fact that Acciari has been cleared to start taking contact is certainly an encouraging development, but there's still no concrete timetable for his return to game action. Either way, the 32-year-old vet has picked up only four points through 39 contests this season, so fantasy managers shouldn't need to track his status.

FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Placed on injured reserve Acciari (concussion) was designated for injured reserve Tuesday.

Impact Acciari has already missed two games after suffering a concussion and now figures to be out of action for at least two more as the Penguins enter a back-to-back against Florida and Chicago on Wednesday and Thursday, respectively. Unless the Penguins are going to go with seven defensemen, fantasy players should expect a forward to be called up from the minors to fill out the forward group.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Diagnosed with concussion Acciari has been diagnosed with a concussion according to coach Mike Sullivan on Thursday, Wes Crosby of NHL.com reports.

Impact Acciari's diagnosis shouldn't come as a surprise after his helmet was dislodged on a hit from Winnipeg's Brenden Dillon, who was assessed a three-game suspension as a result. Per Pens Inside Scoop, Acciari won't play during the Penguins' upcoming two-game road trip. Colin White is set to center the fourth line while Acciari is sidelined.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Jets' Brenden Dillon suspended 3 games for a hit to the head of the Penguins' Noel Acciari

Winnipeg Jets defenseman Brenden Dillon has been suspended three games for an illegal check to the head of Pittsburgh Penguins forward Noel Acciari

FEBRUARY 8 • ASSOCIATED PRESS