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Finds twine in win Karlsson scored a goal on four shots in Monday's 4-0 win over the Sharks.

Impact Karlsson gave the Golden Knights a 2-0 lead at 4:25 of the first period. The center has three points over five games since he returned from a lower-body injury. His scoring pace has slowed a bit, but he remains a key all-situations forward with 17 goals, 18 assists, 106 shots on net and a plus-10 rating over 43 appearances this season. Karlsson has been on the third line since his return, but his ice time is still closer to that of a top-six forward.

FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Supplies helper Karlsson recorded an assist, two shots on goal and two PIM in Thursday's 3-2 win over the Coyotes.

Impact Karlsson helped out on a Nicolas Hague tally in the first period. Later in the frame, Karlsson had a goal overturned after he batted it in with his hand. The 31-year-old center has a goal and an assist over two games since he returned from a lower-body injury. He's picked up where he left off and now has 34 points, 96 shots on net, 20 PIM and a plus-11 rating through 40 appearances on the year.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Pots empty-netter in return Karlsson scored an empty-net goal and blocked three shots in Tuesday's 3-1 win over the Oilers.

Impact Karlsson missed 12 games with a lower-body injury prior to the All-Star break, and this was his first game back. He led all Vegas forwards with 19:19 of ice time, resuming his all-situations role. Before the injury, the center was on track for his best campaign since 2017-18. He's produced 16 goals, 33 points, 94 shots on net, 26 blocked shots and a plus-11 rating through 39 outings this season and should continue to see significant usage.

FEBRUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Activated from LTIR Karlsson (lower body) was activated from long-term injured reserve Sunday, according to CapFriendly.

Impact Karlsson should return from a 12-game absence against Edmonton on Feb. 6 following the All-Star break. He has generated 15 goals, 32 points, 93 shots on net and 23 blocked shots over 38 appearances this season. Karlsson will probably see action on the second line and second power-play unit.

JANUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Shifts to LTIR Karlsson (lower body) was transferred to long-term injured reserve Friday, per CapFriendly.

Impact Karlsson isn't expected to return until after the All-Star break so this move doesn't affect his timeline. The 31-year-old tallied 15 goals and 32 points in 38 games before suffering his injury.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Likely return after All-Star break Karlsson (lower body) is likely to be available right after the All-Star break, per Jason Gregor of Sports 1440 Edmonton on Thursday. Vegas' first game after the break is Feb. 6 ag...

Impact Karlsson has 15 goals and 32 points in 38 contests in 2023-24. He's projected to return before Jack Eichel (knee), so there might be a period of time where Karlsson serves as Vegas' top-line center. When everyone is available, though, Karlsson is more likely to be deployed in a middle-six capacity while also being a mainstay on the power play.

JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Downgraded to week-to-week Karlsson (lower body) is now considered week-to-week, Jesse Granger of The Athletic reports.

Impact Karlsson was placed on injured reserve Thursday after being ruled out for two contests. His absence will extend beyond that, and it's questionable at this point if he'll play before the All-Star break. A clearer timeline for Karlsson's return is unlikely to surface until he's able to return to practice. In his absence, Chandler Stephenson will likely center the second line between Pavel Dorofeyev and Mark Stone.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Placed on injured reserve Karlsson (lower body) was designated for injured reserve Thursday, per the NHL media site.

Impact Karlsson was already ruled out for the Knights' next two contests, so his placement on injured reserve won't impact his return date. In his last nine contests, the 30-year-old Swede has notched three goals, three assists and 26 shots.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss next two games Karlsson (lower body) won't play Thursday versus Florida or Saturday against the Islanders, Danny Webster of the Las Vegas Sun reports.

Impact Karlsson has 15 goals and 32 points in 38 contests this season. With him set to miss the next two games, Pavel Dorofeyev will likely draw back into the lineup. Nicolas Roy might also get an opportunity to play in a somewhat bigger role.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Scores game-winner Thursday Karlsson scored a goal on four shots in Thursday's 3-2 win over the Kings.

Impact Karlsson's second-period tally held as the game-winner. The 30-year-old has stayed relatively consistent with 10 points through 13 outings in December while continuing to play in a middle-six role. He's up to 15 goals -- matching his highest total since 2019-20 -- while adding 17 assists, 92 shots on net and a plus-12 rating through 37 appearances.

DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Helps out on power play Karlsson dished a power-play assist in Wednesday's 5-2 loss to the Ducks.

Impact Karlsson has gotten on the scoresheet in every other contest of his last nine games. He's still enjoying a solid December with nine points (five on the power play) over 12 outings for the month. The center has 31 points (11 on the power play), 88 shots on net, 21 blocked shots and a plus-11 rating through 36 appearances this season. Karlsson's on pace to top 25 goals and 60 points for the second time in his career, making him a solid fantasy play in standard formats.

DECEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Puts up assist in loss Karlsson logged an assist and three shots on goal in Thursday's 5-4 loss to the Lightning.

Impact Karlsson hasn't built any lengthy scoring streaks lately, but he has seven points over his last eight outings. The center also has multiple shots on goal in seven of those games. He's been excellent this season with 30 points, 86 shots and a plus-11 rating through 34 appearances in a middle-six role.

DECEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Strikes on power play Karlsson scored a power-play goal on three shots in Sunday's 6-3 win over the Senators.

Impact Karlsson has three goals and three helpers over his last six contests. He provided an insurance tally in the third period Sunday, knocking in a rebound of a Mark Stone shot on the Golden Knights' last goal. Karlsson is up to 14 goals, 29 points (nine on the power play), 78 shots on net, 19 blocked shots and a plus-10 rating through 32 contests. He should continue to play significant minutes in all situations, including in a middle-six role at even strength.

DECEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Two points in overtime win Karlsson scored a goal on five shots and added a power-play assist in Tuesday's 5-4 overtime win over the Flames.

Impact Karlsson's pair of points came in the third period, with his goal putting Vegas ahead for the first time in the contest. The center has racked up four goals and four helpers over his last nine games to continue his strong 2023-24 campaign. Overall, the Swede has 13 tallies -- one behind his total from last season -- and 15 assists while adding 72 shots on net and a plus-11 rating through 30 outings.

DECEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Golden Knights' William Karlsson Fires Home One-Timer For Late Go-Ahead Goal vs. Flames

DECEMBER 13, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Pockets assist in win Karlsson managed an assist, two shots on goal and a plus-2 rating in Saturday's 6-1 win over the Stars.

Impact Every forward line chipped in, which included Karlsson setting up Pavel Dorofeyev's third-period marker. With three goals and three assists over his last seven games, Karlsson has kept his strong season rolling into December. The center is at 26 points, 67 shots on net, 18 blocked shots and a plus-12 rating through 28 contests overall as a middle-six option for the Golden Knights.

DECEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pair of points Wednesday Karlsson scored an empty-net goal on two shots and added a power-play assist in Wednesday's 6-3 win over the Blues.

Impact Karlsson set up Jonathan Marchessault's game-tying goal in the second period and added an empty-netter himself in the third. With five points over his last six games, Karlsson continues to provide strong offense in a middle-six role. He's up to 12 tallies, 25 points (seven on the power play), 65 shots on net and a plus-10 rating through 27 contests overall.

DECEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Draws helper in win Karlsson notched an assist and four shots on goal in Saturday's 4-1 win over the Capitals.

Impact Karlsson had gone seven games without dealing an assist, but he made up for it with three goals in that span. The 30-year-old center is up to 23 points, 62 shots on net, 16 blocked shots and a plus-10 rating through 25 appearances. Karlsson hasn't reached the 20-goal mark since 2018-19, but it would take a massive collapse for him to fall short of that threshold this season.

DECEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tallies in win Thursday Karlsson scored a power-play goal on two shots in Thursday's 4-1 win over the Canucks.

Impact Karlsson has a pair of power-play goals over his last three games, but that's all his offense over his last six contests. After a blistering first month-plus of the season, it wouldn't be surprising to see the 30-year-old regress on offense. He's at 11 tallies, 22 points, 58 shots on net and a plus-9 rating through 24 contests, but that comes with an unsustainable 19.0 shooting percentage.

DECEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Lights lamp on power play Karlsson scored a power-play goal on three shots, added two hits and blocked two shots in Monday's 2-1 overtime loss to the Flames.

Impact Karlsson ended a three-game slump with his first-period tally. The 30-year-old center hadn't gone more than one game without a point before his recent slide, which coincides with a span that saw Vegas get shut out twice in three contests. Karlsson is up to 10 goals, 21 points (five on the power play), 53 shots on net, 15 blocked shots and a plus-9 rating through 22 appearances.

NOVEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Buries goal in overtime loss Karlsson scored a goal on four shots, blocked two shots and added two PIM in Saturday's 4-3 overtime loss to the Flyers.

Impact Karlsson got Vegas on the board in the second period. The center has scored six times and added three assists over eight games this month. He's up to nine tallies, 20 points, 41 shots on net, 11 blocked shots and a plus-11 rating through 18 appearances overall. Karlsson likely can't keep scoring at a 22.0 percent clip, but he's played a key role so far in 2023-24.

NOVEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records helper Thursday Karlsson notched a power-play assist and nine shots on goal in Thursday's 6-5 win over the Canadiens.

Impact Karlsson was a man on a mission, but he had to settle for a solitary helper on Mark Stone's game-winner late in the third period. Over his last four games, Karlsson has two goals and two helpers. The 30-year-old continues to be a pleasant surprise for the Golden Knights, racking up 19 points (four on the power play, one shorthanded) with 37 shots on net, nine blocked shots and a plus-11 rating through 17 contests this season.

NOVEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Two points in Friday's win Karlsson scored a shorthanded goal, added an assist and went plus-2 in Friday's 5-0 win over the Sharks.

Impact Karlsson collected his two points in a span of 2:16 during the third period. The 30-year-old center started the season hot and has gotten even better with five goals and two helpers over five November outings. Overall, he's collected eight goals, 10 assists, 25 shots on net and a plus-13 rating through 15 appearances this season.

NOVEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets lone goal in loss Karlsson scored a goal in Wednesday's 4-1 loss to the Kings.

Impact With Chandler Stephenson (upper body) out, Karlsson saw 19:29 of ice time, his second-highest mark of the season. Karlsson bounced back from seeing his nine-game point streak snapped Sunday in Anaheim, tallying late in the third period to break up Cam Talbot's shutout bid. Through 14 contests, Karlsson is up to seven goals, 16 points, 24 shots on net, eight blocked shots and a plus-11 rating. With Stephenson out for Friday's game as well, expect Karlsson to again see a larger role.

NOVEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tacks on two goals Karlsson scored twice and went plus-2 in Saturday's 7-0 win over the Avalanche.

Impact Karlsson put away his pair of goals in the third period. He's on a nine-game point streak consisting of six goals and seven assists. The 30-year-old center has been one of the most consistent players in the league so far with six tallies, nine helpers, 21 shots on net and a plus-11 rating over 12 contests. Karlsson will try to extend the streak again Sunday in Anaheim.

NOVEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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