VLADISLAV NAMESTNIKOV NEWS

Two helpers in overtime win Namestnikov notched two assists, two hits, two blocked shots and a plus-2 rating in Wednesday's 3-2 overtime win over the Avalanche.

Impact Namestnikov helped out on Gabriel Vilardi's go-ahead goal in the second period and Neal Pionk's overtime winner. This was Namestnikov's second game back from missing four contests due to a lower-body injury. The 32-year-old center has been limited to three helpers over nine outings since the holiday break. He's at 22 points, 46 shots on net, 56 hits, 31 blocked shots, 28 PIM and a plus-13 rating over 45 appearances. Adam Lowry (upper body) is on injured reserve, so Namestnikov is likely to remain on the second line for a while.

10 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Pionk scores in OT to lift Jets to 3-2 win over Avalanche

Neal Pionk scored 17 seconds into overtime, and the Winnipeg Jets beat the Colorado Avalanche 3-2

11 HOURS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Set to return Monday Namestnikov (lower body) is slated to return to action against Utah on Monday, Mike McIntyre of the Winnipeg Free Press reports.

Impact Namestnikov has missed the last four games due to a lower-body injury, but he returned to practice in recent days and has been cleared to suit up against Utah. Over 43 appearances this season, Namestnikov has logged nine goals, 11 assists, 52 hits, 29 blocked shots, 28 PIM and a plus-11 rating while averaging 14:38 of ice time.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Still out Saturday Namestnikov (lower body) won't play Saturday versus the Flames, Ken Wiebe of The Winnipeg Free Press reports.

Impact Namestnikov reportedly returned to practice in a non-contact capacity Friday, so it's not a surprise he'll miss his fourth straight game. He should be getting closer to a return, and his next chance to play is Monday in Utah.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Might practice Friday Namestnikov (lower body) may return to practice in a non-contact jersey Friday, Ken Wiebe of The Winnipeg Free Press reports.

Impact The news effectively rules Namestnikov out against the Kraken on Thursday and makes him a significant doubt to be ready in time to face the Flames on Saturday. The 32-year-old winger is currently stuck in an eight-game goal drought during which he has managed a meager five shots to go with one assist. Given his offensive struggles of late, Namestnikov may have to settle for a bottom-six role whenever he is cleared to return.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable Tuesday Namestnikov (lower body) won't play against Vancouver on Tuesday, according to John Lu of TSN.

Impact Namestnikov skated on his own before Monday's practice but will miss his second straight game. He has accounted for nine goals, 20 points, 44 shots on net, 29 blocked shots and 52 hits across 43 outings this season. Due to Namestnikov's absence, Dominic Toninato will remain in the lineup for Tuesday's matchup.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Hellebuyck gets 6th shutout of the season as Jets beat Avalanche 3-0

Connor Hellebuyck stopped 22 shots for his sixth shutout of the season as the Winnipeg Jets beat the Colorado Avalanche 3-0

JANUARY 12 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Out Saturday Namestnikov (undisclosed) isn't expected to play Saturday versus Colorado, per Mitchell Clinton of the Jets' official site.

Impact Namestnikov was hurt when he blocked a shot during Friday's 2-1 overtime loss against LA. He has nine goals and 20 points in 43 appearances in 2024-25. Dominic Toninato is expected to draw into the lineup because of Namestnikov's injury.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time decision Saturday Namestnikov (undisclosed) will be a game-time decision versus Colorado on Saturday, Ken Wiebe of The Winnipeg Free Press reports.

Impact Namestnikov was injured blocking a shot Friday versus the Kings, but he managed to finish the game. Namestnikov has only one assist in his last eight games, giving the 32-year-old nine goals and 11 assists over 43 contests.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Nabs assist in loss Namestnikov notched an assist and three hits in Saturday's 4-2 loss to the Red Wings.

Impact Namestnikov ended a five-game point drought with the helper. The 32-year-old has been ceding a bit more ice time to Adam Lowry lately, though Namestnikov is still nominally the second-line center. He's been success in that role this season, racking up 20 points, 42 shots on net, 45 hits, 26 blocked shots, 28 PIM and a plus-11 rating through 41 appearances. He's on pace to reach the 40-point mark for the first time since 2017-18, but Namestnikov's 21.4 shooting percentage is also likely to drop in the second half.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

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Adds insurance tally Namestnikov scored a goal, added two PIM and went plus-2 in Saturday's 5-0 win over the Wild.

Impact Namestnikov has three goals and an assist over his last six games. The 32-year-old had the last goal in this contest, giving the Jets a little extra breathing room. Namestnikov has had his moments this year, but he's more of a support scorer than a leading man in this offense. He's up to nine goals, 19 points, 39 shots on net, 36 hits, 21 blocked shots, 28 PIM and a plus-11 rating through 35 appearances.

DECEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Connor Hellebuyck nets shutout as Jets rout Wild 5-0

Connor Hellebuyck made 19 saves for his NHL-leading fourth shutout of the season and 41st of his career to lead the Winnipeg Jets to a 5-0 victory Saturday night over the Minnesota...

DECEMBER 22, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Troy Terry gets the last-minute winner in the Ducks' late rally to stun NHL-best Winnipeg 3-2

Troy Terry scored the tiebreaking goal with 24 seconds left, and the Anaheim Ducks rallied late for a 3-2 victory over the NHL-leading Winnipeg Jets

DECEMBER 19, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Points in three straight Namestnikov scored a goal on three shots in Saturday's 4-2 win over Montreal. He added two blocks and one hit to this line.

Impact Namestnikov shut the door on the Canadiens with seven seconds left, scoring into an empty net. It was the third straight game with a point for Namestnikov, who has eight goals on 37 shots (21.6 shooting percentage).

DECEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Deposits power-play goal Namestnikov scored a power-play goal on three shots in Tuesday's 8-1 win over the Bruins.

Impact Namestnikov ended a five-game slump with the opening tally Tuesday. It was his first power-play point since Nov. 9 versus the Stars. The 32-year-old forward is up to seven goals, 16 points, 33 shots on net, 29 hits, 24 PIM, 19 blocked shots and a plus-10 rating through 30 outings. He's been a decent depth scorer in a middle-six role this season, and his seven power-play points are his most in a single campaign since 2017-18, when he had 16 of them between the Lightning and the Rangers.

DECEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Mark Scheifele scores twice to lift the Jets over the Bruins 8-1

Mark Scheifele scored two goals and added an assist to lead the Winnipeg Jets to a convincing 8-1 victory over the Boston Bruins on Tuesday night

DECEMBER 11, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Hands out helper in loss Namestnikov registered an assist in Friday's 4-3 loss to the Golden Knights.

Impact Namestnikov has a goal and two helpers over his last five games, though he has just four shots on net in that span. The 32-year-old helped out on the second of Cole Perfetti's tallies in the contest. Namestnikov is up to 15 points, 26 shots, 28 hits, 20 PIM and a plus-11 rating through 24 appearances this season. He won't pace the offense, but he can chip in across multiple categories in a supporting role.

NOVEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Shakes off injury scare Namestnikov had an assist in Monday's 4-1 win over the Wild.

Impact Namestnikov missed a good chunk of the first period after appearing to get hurt on the first shift. He was able to take a regular shift for the rest of the contest, but finished with a team-low 11:45 of ice time. There doesn't appear to be any reason for concern at this time, but if he has to miss a game, David Gustafsson would draw into the lineup. Namestnikov has contributed 14 points, 25 shots on net, 25 hits, 18 PIM, 14 blocked shots and a plus-12 rating over 22 outings this season, playing primarily on the second line and second power-play unit.

NOVEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in Friday's win Namestnikov scored a goal on three shots and added two PIM in Friday's 4-1 win over the Penguins.

Impact Namestnikov scored at 4:53 of the second period, and his goal stood as the game-winner, his first such goal since the 2021-22 campaign. He had gone three games without a point prior to Friday. The 32-year-old center is at six goals, seven assists, 25 shots on net, 24 hits, 18 PIM and a plus-11 rating through 20 outings, providing both offense and some grit in a middle-six role.

NOVEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Connor has goal and assist as Jets beat Penguins 4-1

Kyle Connor had a goal and an assist and the Winnipeg Jets beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 4-1

NOVEMBER 23, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Adds insurance tally Namestnikov scored a goal on four shots in Tuesday's 6-3 win over the Rangers.

Impact Namestnikov has three goals and two assists over six games in November. He's not slowing down after an impressive October, and he's still seeing regular middle-six minutes and power-play time for the 15-1-0 Jets. For the season, Namestnikov has five goals, seven assists, 19 shots on net, 18 hits, 12 blocked shots and a plus-11 rating over 16 appearances. His 26.3 shooting percentage will drop, so fantasy managers likely will want to pivot to a hot hand once the 31-year-old's offense dips.

NOVEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scheifele and Connor each score twice and Jets down Rangers 6-3

Mark Scheifele and Kyle Connor each scored twice, Connor Hellebuyck made 33 saves, and the Winnipeg Jets won their seventh straight, 6-3 over the New York Rangers

NOVEMBER 13, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Two-point night in win Namestnikov had a goal and an assist in a 4-1 win over the Stars on Saturday.

Impact His goal showed his willingness to get into the dirty places. Namestnikov pushed the score to 3-0 at 3:34 in the second when he jammed the puck in from in tight after his initial wraparound attempt was stopped by Jake Oettinger. He has 11 points (four goals, seven assists) in 15 games so far, and that's a career pace. We like the output; we'd like a touch more consistency in his game, though. Namestnikov has put up point in just six of those games, and he has only 15 shots on the season.

NOVEMBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Iafallo and Namestnikov help the Jets beat the Stars 4-1 for their 14th win in 15 games

Alex Iafallo and Vladislav Namestnikov each had a goal and an assist, and the Winnipeg Jets beat the Dallas Stars 4-1 to set an NHL record with 14 wins in their first 15 games this...

NOVEMBER 9, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS