RASMUS SANDIN NEWS

Pockets assist in win Sandin notched an assist and a plus-2 rating in Sunday's 5-2 win over the Golden Knights.

Impact Sandin's point streak is up to five games (three goals, two assists), despite him taking on a smaller role since Jakob Chychrun returned from injured reserve. Sandin kept the streak alive with a secondary helper on Jakub Vrana's second-period goal, which was the game-winner. Overall, Sandin has three goals, seven helpers, a plus-13 rating, 18 shots on net, 20 hits and 36 blocked shots through 17 contests.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Gets goal in win Sandin scored an empty-net goal on three shots in Friday's 5-2 win over the Avalanche.

Impact Sandin was able to close out the scoring with three seconds left in the game. The defenseman is on a roll with three goals and an assist over his last four contests. The 24-year-old is out of the power-play mix with Jakob Chychrun healthy again, but Sandin is still seeing top-four minutes, which allows him to make an impact at even strength. For the season, the Swedish blueliner has nine points, 18 shots on net, 20 hits, 36 blocked shots and a plus-11 rating through 16 appearances.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

With a focus on defense, Rasmus Sandin is 'coming to life' for the Caps Rasmus Sandin’s ability to defend at a high level helps explain how the Washington Capitals were able to absorb the loss of Matt Roy, who wa...

NOVEMBER 12 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM

Scores again Saturday Sandin scored a goal on two shots and went plus-2 in Saturday's 8-1 win over the Blues.

Impact Sandin has scored in back-to-back games while adding a plus-4 rating in that span. As expected, he moved to the third pairing with the return of Jakob Chychrun from an upper-body injury, and it appears Sandin's power-play time is about to dry up as well. The 24-year-old defenseman has two goals, five assists, 14 shots on net, 18 hits, 34 blocked shots and a plus-9 rating over 14 appearances. He'll have some upside if he can see top-four minutes at even strength, but Sandin's smaller role when the Capitals are fully healthy is not very encouraging for fantasy purposes.

NOVEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Puts away goal in loss Sandin scored a goal, blocked three shots and went plus-2 in Friday's 4-2 loss to the Penguins.

Impact Sandin's first goal of the season got the Capitals on the board in the first period. He's exceeded 20 minutes of ice time in five of his last six games, but his ice time could be in line to drop once Jakob Chychrun (upper body) returns, which could be as soon as Saturday versus the Blues. Sandin is up to six points, 12 shots on net, 34 blocked shots, 18 hits and a plus-7 rating over 13 contests. He should still be an important part of the Capitals' defense as well as a candidate for power-play minutes even when Chychrun is healthy.

NOVEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 8 • NHL.COM

Provides assist in win Sandin notched an assist, four blocked shots and a plus-2 rating in Saturday's 7-2 win over the Blue Jackets.

Impact Jakob Chychrun (upper body) landed on injured reserve Saturday, so Sandin is in line for a larger role. He saw 20:37 of ice time in the blowout win -- that's his second-highest total in 10 contests this season. Sandin has five helpers, 11 shots on net, 26 blocked shots, 12 hits and a plus-7 rating so far, and if he can stay on the second power-play unit, he should have an easier path to offense.

NOVEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Puts up two helpers Sandin notched two assists, two blocked shots and a plus-2 rating in Tuesday's 5-3 win over the Rangers.

Impact Sandin had multiple helpers for the second time in three games. He played a season-high 24:45 after Jakob Chychrun (upper body) left the contest in the first period. If Chychrun misses time, Sandin is the natural option to replace him on the power play, and he'd likely move up to a top-four role at even strength as well. Through eight outings, Sandin has four helpers, nine shots on net, 16 blocked shots, nine hits and a plus-5 rating from a third-pairing role.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Registers two assists Sandin recorded two assists, two shots on goal, five blocked shots and a plus-4 rating in Wednesday's 6-3 win over the Flyers.

Impact Sandin hadn't gotten on the scoresheet prior to Wednesday, a slump that has seen him slip onto the third pairing. The 24-year-old blueliner broke through, helping out on goals by Taylor Raddysh and Nic Dowd in this contest. Through six games, Sandin has two helpers, five shots on net, six hits, 13 blocked shots and a plus-4 rating. His offense is likely to be limited when he's not seeing power-play time -- John Carlson and Jakob Chychrun have had most of the minutes with the man advantage so far.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 29 • NHL.COM

Set to join team Sandin (not injured related) is on his way to join his Washington teammates at training camp, according to Tom Gulitti of NHL.com on Tuesday.

Impact Sandin should be back on the ice with his teammates soon after missing the start of camp due to a work visa issue. The 24-year-old blueliner produced three goals, 23 points, 79 shots on net, 106 blocked shots and 75 hits across 68 regular-season contests in 2023-24. Sandin will likely occupy a top-four spot and see time on the second power-play unit during the upcoming campaign.

SEPTEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Absent from training camp Sandin is dealing with visa issues and will miss his second day of training camp, Sammi Silber of The Hockey News reports Friday.

Impact Sandin was limited to just 23 points last season after having notched 35 during the previous campaign split between Toronto and Washington. The offseason addition of Jakob Chychrun will create a competition for minutes with the No. 2 power-play unit, which could see Sandin's numbers further dip if he finds himself on the outside looking in. Still, a 20-point campaign is likely the floor for Sandin, giving him decent mid-range fantasy value.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to rock Sandin (upper body) will return to action Sunday in Game 4 against the Rangers, according to Tom Gulitti of NHL.com.

Impact Sandin will be back in the lineup after missing the final five games of the regular season and the first three contests of the playoffs. He registered three goals, 23 points, 79 shots on net, 106 blocked shots and 75 hits in 68 appearances during the 2023-24 campaign. Sandin will replace Trevor van Riemsdyk (upper body) in Sunday's must-win matchup.

APRIL 28 • ROTOWIRE

Out Friday Sandin (upper body) will not play Friday against the Rangers, Stephen Whyno of the Associated Press reports.

Impact Sandin will miss his eighth consecutive game Friday. The 24-year-old was considered a game-time call Friday, so he has a good chance at returning Sunday for Game 4.

APRIL 26 • ROTOWIRE

Could play Friday Sandin (upper body) will be a game-time decision Friday versus the Rangers, according to Tom Gulitti of NHL.com.

Impact Sandin has missed the last seven games, and finally was in a regular jersey at morning practice Friday. The blueliner had three goals and 23 points in 68 regular-season appearances. Look for Dylan McIlrath to come out of the lineup, should Sandin play in Game 3.

APRIL 26 • ROTOWIRE

Out for Game 2 Sandin (upper body) will remain out Tuesday during Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals against the Rangers, per Peter Baugh of The Athletic.

Impact Sandin had the best year of his career based on points, registering three goals and 20 assists in 68 games played during the regular season. The 24-year-old will look to bring some of his playoff experience he had in Toronto to the Capitals when he returns. He will likely slide into the first or second defensive pairing when healthy.

APRIL 23 • ROTOWIRE

Could return Tuesday Sandin (upper body) may be available versus the Rangers on Tuesday, Tom Gulitti of NHL.com reports.

Impact Sandin is closing in on a return to action after having been sidelined for the previous six contests due to his upper-body issue. If Sandin does reclaim a spot in the lineup versus the Rangers, it could be as a substitute for Vincent Iorio (upper body), who was deemed day-to-day ahead of Game 2.

APRIL 22 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable for Game 1 Sandin (upper body) won't play Sunday in Game 1 versus the Rangers, per Bailey Johnson of The Washington Post.

Impact Sandin also missed the final five games of the regular season. He picked up three goals, 23 points, 79 shots on net, 106 blocked shots and 75 hits in 68 appearances during the 2023-24 campaign. With Nick Jensen (upper body) unavailable as well, Vincent Iorio and Dylan McIlrath will suit up in Sunday's contest.

APRIL 21 • ROTOWIRE

Practicing in non-contact jersey Sandin (upper body) is at morning practice Saturday, in a non-contact jersey, Tom Gulitti of NHL.com reports.

Impact The Capitals play Game 1 versus the Rangers on Sunday and it's starting to look like Sandin won't be ready to return. Sandin missed the last five games of the regular season with the injury, finishing the season with three goals and 20 assists in 68 appearances. Should Sandin be unavailable Sunday, look for Dylan McIlrath to dress as the Capitals' sixth defenseman.

APRIL 20 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to practice Thursday Sandin (upper body) practiced Friday, Stephen Whyno of the Associated Press reports.

Impact Sandin could be back in the lineup in time for Game 1 versus the Rangers on Sunday, but his status is still up in the air. Sandin ended the season with three goals and 23 points in 68 games, missing the last five contests with the injury. Consider him day-to-day at this time. Look for Dylan McIlrath to exit the lineup, if Sandin plays Sunday.

APRIL 18 • ROTOWIRE

LIkely done for regular season Sandin (upper body) is not expected back before the end of the regular season, Bailey Johnson of The Washington Post reports Friday.

Impact Sandin will have to hope that his teammates can secure a playoff spot if he wants to play again this season. The defenseman is currently stuck in a 21-game goal drought dating back to Feb. 22 versus the Lightning. During that stretch, the Swede managed six assists, 20 shots and 32 blocks while averaging 20:21 of ice time. In his stead, Vincent Iorio figures to continue seeing minutes on the blue line.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Not going on road trip Sandin (upper body) won't play during Washington's upcoming two-game road trip, per Tom Gulitti of NHL.com.

Impact Sandin, who was injured in Sunday's 3-2 overtime loss to Ottawa, might be able to return before the end of the regular season. Still, it's unclear if he will be available to play Saturday against Tampa Bay. Sandin has registered three goals, 23 points, 79 shots on net, 106 blocked shots and 75 hits in 68 appearances this season. Vincent Iorio could suit up Tuesday versus Detroit because of Sandin's absence.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE

Exits Sunday's contest Sandin (upper body) will not return to Sunday's game against Ottawa.

Impact Sandin logged 7:09 of ice time before leaving Sunday's game. The 24-year-old has now been held without a point in seven straight contests. An update on his status should be available before Tuesday's game in Detroit.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Sandin (lower body) will play Tuesday against the Sabres, Joe Yerdon of Bleacher Report reports.

Impact Sandin is expected to return to a second-pairing role and a spot on the No. 2 power-play unit following his one-game absence. He's picked up 23 points while averaging 21:21 of ice time through 64 contests this campaign.

APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to practice Sandin (lower body) was on the ice for Monday's practice, Tom Gulitti of NHL.com reports.

Impact Sandin was a late scratch for Saturday's 3-2 shootout loss to the Bruins, but his return to the ice is a good sign he could be ready in time for Tuesday's game against Buffalo. The 24-year-old had three points in his previous six games prior to the injury.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE