Pontus Holmberg - NHL News & Rumors

Forces overtime Tuesday Holmberg scored a goal, added two PIM and levied three hits in Tuesday's 5-4 overtime win over the Bruins.

Impact Holmberg continues to fit in well on the second line -- he has four goals, one assist and a plus-4 rating over three contests since moving into that role following the 4 Nations Face-Off. The 25-year-old's goal Tuesday was clutch -- he scored with 46 seconds left in the third period to force overtime, allowing Mitch Marner to play hero with the game-winner in the extra session. Holmberg is up to six goals, 13 points, 47 shots on net, 36 blocked shots, 25 PIM and a minus-2 rating across 46 appearances this season. He's worth a look as a streamer, but be ready to let him go if he moves back into the bottom six.

FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Pontus Holmberg with a Goal vs. Boston Bruins | Toronto Maple Leafs Pontus Holmberg (Toronto Maple Leafs) with a Goal vs. Boston Bruins, 02/25/2025

FEBRUARY 26 • NHL.COM

Fills empty cage Holmberg scored an empty-net goal on three shots and went plus-2 in Sunday's 5-2 win over the Blackhawks.

Impact Holmberg has three goals and an assist over two games since the schedule resumed, though two of those tallies were empty-netters. Still, it's a massive improvement for the 25-year-old forward, who was limited to two assists over seven outings in January while missing time due to an illness. Holmberg's uptick in production corresponds with a move to the second line alongside John Tavares and William Nylander, and he may have a little extra fantasy value as long as he's in that spot. For the season, Holmberg is at five goals, 12 points, 46 shots on net, 36 blocked shots, 20 hits and a minus-1 rating over 45 appearances.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Pontus Holmberg with a Goal vs. Chicago Blackhawks | Toronto Maple Leafs Pontus Holmberg (Toronto Maple Leafs) with a Goal vs. Chicago Blackhawks, 02/23/2025

FEBRUARY 24 • NHL.COM

Pontus Holmberg | Pre Game | Toronto Maple Leafs Pontus Holmberg addresses the media ahead of tonight's game against the Chicago Blackhawks.

FEBRUARY 23 • NHL.COM

Maple Leafs visit the Blackhawks after Holmberg's 2-goal game

The Toronto Maple Leafs visit the Chicago Blackhawks after Pontus Holmberg scored two goals in the Maple Leafs' 6-3 win over the Carolina Hurricanes

FEBRUARY 23 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Massive offensive outburst in win Holmberg had two goals and an assist in a 6-3 win over the Hurricanes on Saturday.

Impact Holmberg was deployed on the top line with Auston Matthews and Mitch Marner, and he made the most of it. He got credit for an own-goal by Jordan Staal early in the first period. And then put in an empty-netter on a 2-on-1 with William Nylander to finish the game. Holmberg snapped a 17-game goal slump with the snipes. This game was lightning in a bottle for the winger. Don't overrate him.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Pontus Holmberg with a Goal vs. Carolina Hurricanes | Toronto Maple Leafs Pontus Holmberg (Toronto Maple Leafs) with a Goal vs. Carolina Hurricanes, 02/22/2025

FEBRUARY 23 • NHL.COM

Pockets assist Holmberg provided an assist and blocked two shots in Wednesday's 3-1 loss to the Wild.

Impact Holmberg has gotten a chance to center the second line in the absence of John Tavares (lower body), though Wednesday was the first time it led to a meaningful bump in ice time (19:31). The 25-year-old Holmberg is more of a defensive forward, so his scoring upside remains limited. He has eight points, 35 shots on net, 33 blocked shots, 23 PIM and 17 hits over 39 contests in 2024-25.

JANUARY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Helps on power play Holmberg had a power-play assist, three shots on net and two blocks in Saturday's 7-3 win over Montreal.

Impact Holmberg got rare TOI on the power play and picked up the secondary helper on a tally by Nicholas Robertson, who redirected a shot from the point with one second remaining on the penalty. It was Holmberg's first power-play point this season and just the second of his career. The third-line winger has two goals and five assists over 35 outings.

JANUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting out Tuesday Holmberg (illness) is expected to be a healthy scratch against Philadelphia on Tuesday, according to David Alter of The Hockey News.

Impact Holmberg missed the last four games dealing with an illness but skated with the regulars as an extra ahead of Tuesday's matchup. He might still be regaining his strength, but at this point, he is probably healthy enough to play if called upon. Holmberg has two goals, six points, 23 shots on net, 25 blocked shots and 14 hits across 32 appearances this season.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Saturday Holmberg (illness) skated with Toronto scratches but won't play against Philadelphia on Sunday, per Nick Barden of The Hockey News.

Impact Holmberg will miss his fourth straight outing, though he could be healthy enough to play if called upon. He has registered two goals, six points, 23 shots on net, 25 blocked shots and 14 hits across 32 appearances this season.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable Saturday Holmberg (illness) won't play against Boston on Saturday, according to David Alter of The Hockey News.

Impact Holmberg will miss his third straight game. He has chipped in two goals, six points, 23 shots on net, 25 blocked shots and 14 hits across 32 appearances this season. Auston Matthews (upper body) will return to Saturday's lineup, and Ryan Reaves will be a healthy scratch.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Still sidelined against Isles Holmberg (illness) will not be in the lineup versus the Islanders on Thursday, per NHL.com.

Impact Holmberg was a healthy scratch in three of seven games prior to getting sick, so he was fair from a lock to suit up Thursday even if he was fully fit. When he has played, the 25-year-old winger has struggled to produce, as he is currently stuck in a six-game pointless streak during which he managed a meager three shots.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out with illness Holmberg has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Islanders.

Impact Holmberg has been cold in recent weeks, as he's been held without a point while recording five hits, five blocked shots and a minus-2 rating while averaging 12:24 of ice time over his last six appearances. He'll be unavailable for at least one game due to his illness. Connor Dewar is expected to center the fourth line Tuesday, while Ryan Reaves will likely enter the lineup.

DECEMBER 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ties game with shortie Holmberg scored a shorthanded goal in Tuesday's 2-1 overtime win over the Devils.

Impact Holmberg tied the game midway through the third period, helping the Maple Leafs steal this contest that the Devils dominated. This was Holmberg's first goal since Nov. 20, but he has five points over his last 11 outings. For the season, the 25-year-old forward is up to two goals, four assists, 20 shots on net, 20 blocked shots, 17 PIM and a minus-1 rating over 26 appearances in a mostly defensive role.

DECEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Pontus Holmberg | Post Game | Toronto Maple Leafs Pontus Holmberg | Post Game

DECEMBER 11, 2024 • NHL.COM

Pontus Holmberg scores a shorthanded goal against the New Jersey Devils

DECEMBER 11, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Nabs helper Monday Holmberg logged an assist and two blocked shots in Monday's 4-1 win over the Blackhawks.

Impact Holmberg's offense has come around with four points over his last seven games, including an assist in each of the last two contests. The 25-year-old was on the second line again Monday, which likely explains his recent success. He's up to five points, 18 shots on net, 17 blocked shots and 15 PIM through 22 outings. Fantasy managers can wait to see if his upticks in ice time and scoring stick.

DECEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 25, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Deposits empty-netter Holmberg scored an empty-net goal and blocked three shots in Wednesday's 3-0 win over the Golden Knights.

Impact This was one of Holmberg's best efforts of the year, and he was rewarded with a season-high 17:40 of ice time. The 25-year-old forward has typically played in a more defensive role, but he was on the second line and stepped up to the challenge Wednesday. Overall, he has three points, 16 shots on net, 15 blocked shots, 15 PIM and a minus-5 rating over 18 appearances. He may be worth a look as a streaming option versus Utah on Sunday if Auston Matthews (upper body), Matthew Knies (upper body) and Max Domi (lower body) all remain out.

NOVEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Finds assist in overtime win Holmberg logged an assist and two PIM in Wednesday's 4-3 overtime win over the Capitals.

Impact The helper was Holmberg's first point since Oct. 10, a span of 13 scoreless appearances. The 25-year-old has been an occasional healthy scratch this season and is unlikely to see anything more than a bottom-six role. He has two assists, 15 shots on net, 10 blocked shots, 15 PIM and a minus-5 rating over 16 outings.

NOVEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Produces helper in win Holmberg notched an assist and blocked three shots in Thursday's 4-2 win over the Devils.

Impact Holmberg made an early impact, setting up linemate Max Pacioretty for the opening goal at 8:18 of the first period. While more of a defensive forward, Holmberg produced 30 points over 91 contests across his first two seasons. The 25-year-old has filled the third-line center spot to begin 2024-25, though he's unlikely to produce enough in any given category to earn much fantasy interest.

OCTOBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Pontus Holmberg | Practice | Toronto Maple Leafs Pontus Holmberg | Practice

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024 • NHL.COM

Leafs vs. Oilers observations: Bobby McMann and Pontus Holmberg take centre stage McMann and Holmberg each scored a pair of goals in a 6-3 win over the Oilers.

MARCH 24, 2024 • THEATHLETIC.COM

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