Wild's Koivu Nets OT Winner: Mikko Koivu scored just 15 seconds into overtime Thursday to beat the Panthers. He also collected an assist. (Updated 03/30/2012)
Injury Report
No information available at this time (Updated 5/27/12).
Fantasy Analysis
This was the Finnish forward's first multi-point game in five outings since returning from a shoulder injury, so it appears he's rounding back into form just in time for the end of Minnesota's disappointing season. (Updated 03/30/2012).
The 28-year-old Koivu has been an integral member of the Wild ever since the team used a sixth overall draft pick to nab him in 2001. Fantasy owners hungry for steady centers should know that Koivu has accumulated 200 points (59 G, 141 A) in 230 games over the past three seasons. But there is some degree of risk investing in the Finn, as he underwent surgical procedures on his right knee and shoulder after the 2009-10 season, and missed a handful of games last year due to a finger injury. Fortunately, he was able to finish out the regular season on a high note with five assists in the last two games. If he can coexist with newcomers Dany Heatley and Devin Setoguchi like we think he will then there is no reason why a healthy Koivu can't crack the 70-point barrier for the second time in his career. (Updated 10/4/11)
