Pens' Kennedy Out At Least A Month: Tyler Kennedy will miss approximately 4-6 weeks with a high ankle sprain, the Penguins' Web site reports. (Updated 02/09/2012)
Injury Report
Ankle - (Updated - 2/9/12)
Fantasy Analysis
"Tyler Kennedy was diagnosed with a high-ankle sprain, 4-6 weeks," coach Dan Bylsma. "After a week we'll have a better idea of what the timeframe looks like exactly, as it calms down over the next week or so and as he rehabs. Right now we're looking at 4-6 weeks." Jordan Staal is expected back shortly, but the Pens can't seem to catch a break with their secondary scoring efforts. (Updated 02/09/2012).
02/06/2012 14:48 Crosby practices with Penguins, still not near return
Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby practiced Monday but said he is no closer to returning from a concussion and neck injury that have caused him to miss most of the NHL season.
Kennedy had a breakout season of sorts in 2010-11, compiling a career-best 21 goals and 45 points in 80 contests. Pittsburgh re-signed the 25-year-old winger to a two-year deal in the offseason, leaving the only question as to where he will play. The combination of Kennedy, Jordan Staal and Matt Cooke has given Pittsburgh a third line that matches up well against whatever opponents throw at them. Kennedy, however, may get a chance to see what he can do as a top-six forward. He also might become a regular on the man advantage, as his seven power-play goals ranked second on the team after both Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin went down with injuries. Kennedy's shot-taking total (234) is an underrated aspect of his fantasy game. He's worth considering as a late-round draft pick in fantasy leagues. (Updated 10/4/11)
