Olen Zellweger - NHL News & Rumors

Scores opening goal Monday Zellweger recorded a goal in Monday's 4-2 win over the Stars.

Impact Zellweger didn't waste any time to make his presence felt and found the back of the net just 56 seconds into the game to give the Ducks a lead they'd never relinquish. Zellweger has eight points this season, tallying four points and four assists, but he's accounted for 50 percent of that total haul in his last two appearances. The 21-year-old defenseman is certainly trending in the right direction and has shown signs of progressing after posting nine points in 26 games as a rookie in 2023-24.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Erupts with three points in win Zellweger scored a goal on two shots, dished two power-play assists, blocked two shots and added two PIM in Friday's 6-4 win over the Red Wings.

Impact Zellweger opened the scoring at 1:12 of the first period and then set up power-play tallies by Trevor Zegras and Troy Terry late in the game. This was easily the best game of the year for Zellweger, who is likely to see a larger role as long as Cam Fowler (upper body) is out. Through 15 contests, Zellweger has three goals, four assists, 36 shots on net, 14 blocked shots and an even plus-minus rating, and four of his seven points have come on the power play. He's got a fair amount of upside, so he's worth a look in most fantasy formats.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Nets lone goal on power play Zellweger scored a power-play goal on five shots in Tuesday's 5-1 loss to the Canucks.

Impact Zellweger tallied at 5:35 of the first period, but the Canucks had the rest of the goals in the game. While he hasn't been lighting up the scoresheet, Zellweger has done alright in a top-four role with power-play time. He's up to two goals, two assists, 28 shots on net, 10 blocked shots and a plus-1 rating over 11 appearances. The 21-year-old has earned two of his points on the power play, and he remains a decent option for fantasy managers in deeper formats who need some scoring potential on the blue line.

NOVEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Pots first goal Zellweger scored his first goal of the season in Saturday's 2-1 loss to the Rangers.

Impact The 21-year-old spoiled Jonathan Quick's shutout bid midway through the third period, but it was the only offensive highlight for the Ducks. Zellweger has two points in his first six contests this season, and he's mixing in with Jackson LaCombe on Anaheim's top power-play unit as the team sorts through its young blueliners.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist Friday Zellweger recorded an assist and two PIM in Friday's 5-4 overtime loss to the Avalanche.

Impact Zellweger picked up his first point over three appearances this season when he set up Troy Terry's equalizer late in the third period. The 21-year-old Zellweger has added eight shots on net and a plus-2 rating. He's not guaranteed a spot in the lineup, especially once Jackson LaCombe (illness) returns, but fantasy managers in dynasty formats should still be excited for Zellweger's potential in his first full campaign.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Anaheim Ducks' Olen Zellweger Is a Lot Better Than 'Just OK' Olen Zellweger may not be overly impressed with his pro debut in the Anaheim Ducks organization, but just about everyone else is.

JULY 24 • SACBEE.COM

Lends helper in loss Zellweger posted an assist, two shots on goal, two PIM and two blocked shots in Saturday's 3-1 loss to the Kings.

Impact Zellweger continues to look increasingly comfortable with two goals and four assists over his last seven contests. The 20-year-old has seen top-pairing usage in that span, which has likely helped him get more involved on offense. He's at nine points, 34 shots on net, 37 blocked shots and a minus-6 rating through 25 appearances as a rookie this season.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Finds twine Friday Zellweger scored a goal on three shots, blocked five shots and went minus-2 in Friday's 6-3 loss to the Flames.

Impact Zellweger has two goals and three assists over his last six contests. The 20-year-old defenseman has seen fairly steady playing time since his call-up at the start of March. He's up to two goals, eight points, 32 shots on net, 35 blocked shots and a minus-7 rating through 24 appearances. Zellweger should finish the campaign in a top-four role.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Distributes three assists Zellweger notched three assists and added two hits in Tuesday's 5-3 win over the Flames.

Impact Zellweger showed a little of the offense that earned him a promotion to the NHL as a 20-year-old rookie. He assisted on the Ducks' first three goals Tuesday, including a Troy Terry power-play marker. Zellweger has five points over his last six outings, and he's up to one goal, six assists, 25 shots on net, 24 blocked shots and a minus-4 rating through 20 contests overall. He'll like see a larger role as long as Pavel Mintyukov (lower body) is out.

APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE

Ducks' Olen Zellweger Snipes Short Side For First Career Goal

MARCH 31 • YOUTUBE

Posts helper Thursday Zellweger registered an assist in Thursday's 4-0 win over the Blackhawks.

Impact Zellweger snapped a seven-game point drought with the assist. The 20-year-old has been over 20 minutes of ice time in six of 11 games in March, and he's also seeing fairly steady power-play time. The rookie blueliner has just three helpers over 15 contests, so his fantasy value remains limited in redraft formats, though his future is bright.

MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE

On NHL roster Zellweger was demoted to AHL San Diego and recalled in a paper move Friday, per the AHL's transaction log.

Impact Zellweger was sent down in order to be eligible for the AHL postseason but was quickly recalled. He has two assists and a plus-3 rating through seven career NHL games.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Produces assist Zellweger notched an assist and two blocked shots in Wednesday's 2-1 win over the Senators.

Impact Zellweger set up Alex Killorn for the game-winning goal in the third period. This was Zellweger's second helper in seven NHL appearances this season. The 20-year-old blueliner has added eight shots on net, nine blocked shots and a plus-3 rating. While his first stint in the NHL was temporary, he has a chance to stick around this time since the Ducks' defense corps has been thinned out by trades.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

Ducks turn 'chaos into opportunity' after injuries and trades As players have gone down or been shipped out, with possibly more happening by Friday’s trade deadline, players like rookie Olen Zellweger h...

MARCH 5 • DAILYNEWS.COM

Up from minors Zellweger was recalled from AHL San Diego on Friday.

Impact Zellweger has 12 goals and 37 points in 44 contests with San Diego as well as an assist in four games with Anaheim this season. Cam Fowler suffered an upper-body injury in Thursday's 6-4 win over San Jose, so Zellweger would likely draw into the lineup if Fowler is unavailable for Friday's game against New Jersey.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Sent back to AHL affiliate Zellweger was reassigned to AHL San Diego on Thursday.

Impact The Ducks don't play again until Feb. 9 against the Oilers. Zellweger will get in a couple of AHL games this week, as the Gulls play twice before the AHL All-Star break Sunday. Zellweger has been seeing ample playing time in his four games with the Ducks, as he is averaging 2:09, quarterbacking the top power play. The 20-year-old defenseman has one assist, six shots on goal and five blocked shots. Look for the Ducks to recall Zellweger prior to puck drop versus Edmonton.

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Ducks' Olen Zellweger is the NHL's Next Great Young Defenseman Making His Debut Olen Zellweger is set to make his NHL debut on Tuesday for the Anaheim Ducks. Expect him to be an elite NHL defenseman before long, says Jac...

JANUARY 24 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Recalled from minors Zellweger was called up from AHL San Diego on Tuesday, Eric Stephens of The Athletic reports.

Impact Zellweger has been racking up points in the minors with eight goals and 17 helpers in 34 contests with the Gulls. Selected by the club with the 34th overall pick in the 2021 NHL Draft, the 20-year-old defenseman looks poised to make his NHL debut against the Sabres on Tuesday, especially if Ilya Lyubushkin (upper body) remains unavailable.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Eric Stephens: Olen Zellweger on him (WHL), Tristan Luneau... - The Athletic Olen Zellweger on him (WHL), Tristan Luneau (QMJHL) and Pavel Mintyukov (OHL) sweeping the CHL's top defenseman honors: "It’s pretty cool. I...

JULY 4, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Eric Stephens: In what was his final junior game, Olen... - The Athletic In what was his final junior game, Olen Zellweger came up short in a bid for a Memorial Cup title as Kamloops lost to Peterborough, 5-4, in...

JUNE 3, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

THN On The 'Dub': Olen Zellweger On His Big Year and Memorial Cup Carol Schram and Adam Kierszenblat chat with two-time WHL D-man of the year Olen Zellweger, discuss the WHL final, New Jersey Devils prospec...

MAY 17, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Blockbuster deal with Everett Silvertips powers Kamloops Blazers to strong finish to WHL regular season Vancouver Giants will need to find ways to limit Logan Stankoven and Olen Zellweger to have chance at advancing past Kamloops

MARCH 29, 2023 • THEPROVINCE.COM

WHL Roundup: Blazers blow past Silvertips 7-1 to extend win streak to four games EVERETT, Wash. - Olen Zellweger and Jakub Demek each had a goal and two assists in leading the Kamloops Blazers to a 7-1 blowout victory ove...

MARCH 9, 2023 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

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MARCH 9, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

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