News:Matt Carle's point streak now stands at five games and seven points (one goal, six assists) after he picked up a helper in Sunday's loss to the Capitals.
Analysis: Where has this come from? He has seven points in those five games, but just 11 in his previous 33 games. Stick in the spurs and enjoy it while it lasts.
News:Matt Carle scored a goal and added an assist in Saturday's 4-2 loss to the Islanders. He is currently riding a four-game, six-point (one goal, five assists) streak.
Analysis: He has finally started to show some offense after scuffling through most of the season. Keep him rolling and hope he doesn't revert into his early-season form.
News:Matt Carle picked up two assists Thursday in a win over Carolina and has now notched helpers in three straight games.
Analysis: It's not a whole lot, but at least it's some sign of life from the two-time 40-point scorer. Matt Carle's about the best offensive defenseman the Lightning have got now that they've traded Marc-Andre Bergeron, but he's generally made little of his opportunities to this point despite playing with an electric offense.
News:Matt Carle snapped a 12-game point drought with an assist in Saturday's win over Carolina. It was his 10th point of the season.
Analysis: He's logging heavy minutes, but we can't help but think the Bolts expected a few more points from him by now. We know fantasy owners sure did.
News: After being held off the scoresheet Tuesday against New Jersey, Matt Carle hasn't picked up a point in the last eight games.
Analysis: He's just not delivering the way we expected, and he should be benched if you have better options. Onthe bright side, he did go plus-1 Tuesday.
News:Matt Carle set up both Bolts' goals in Saturday's 3-2 loss to the Rangers. One of the helpers came on the power play where he has a point in each of the last two games.
Analysis: Is this the sign of life we've been waiting for from this talented defender? He's been relatively quiet this season, but still has a surprising six points in eight games. Half of those points have come on the PP.
News:Matt Carle has signed a six-year deal with the Lightning, reports the Tampa Bay Times.
Analysis: It's a $33 million deal over six years for the second-time Bolt (he came to Tampa originally as part of the Dan Boyle to San Jose deal). But he's a much better player than when he left -- he had four goals, 38 points and a plus-4 rating in 82 games last year while logging an average of more than 23 minutes of ice a game. He was also productive on the PP -- 15 of his points came there. Similar production should be possible in Tampa Bay.
News:Matt Carle (stomach) likely will wait until Ryan Suter announces his free agent decision, according to TSN's Bob McKenzie.
Analysis: This isn't surprising as Suter's value as the top free agent defenseman available will set the market for a player like Matt Carle. Carle has quietly put together several solid offensive seasons, notching 38 points last year with 12 on the power play. He's not much of a goal scorer but can move the puck out of the zone and dish it out on the power play. He can be a bargain on draft day, but considering the contracts Jason Garrison and Dennis Wideman received, he will not be a bargain when he signs.
News:Matt Carle (stomach) will test the free agent market, reports ESPN's Pierre LeBrun.
Analysis: The Flyers' acquisition of Luke Schenn from Toronto all but sealed Matt Carle's fate in Philly. He plays a quiet, reliable, two-way game; he'll contribute as a set-up man wherever he lands.
Philly's Carle Has Surgery For Torn Stomach Muscle
News:Matt Carle required offseason surgery to repair a torn stomach muscle, reports the Associated Press. His recovery time is four to six weeks.
Analysis: He was steady in the postseason, leading the Flyers blue line with two goals and four assists in 11 games. He is coming off his third consecutive season with at least 35 points, and should be able to deliver that with consistency going forward.
News:Matt Carle posted an assist for the third-straight game, doing so in Tuesday's shootout loss to Ottawa.
Analysis:Matt Carle has been finding his name on the scoresheet often the last two months and he has six assists in January. Carle has been enjoying more time on the power play with Chris Pronger out and he is the team's second-best offensive defender after Kimmo Timonen.
News:Matt Carle notched an assist for the third time in four games in Monday's NHL Winter Classic.
Analysis:Matt Carle has just one goal since November 9, but is seeing the assists roll in given his expanded role in Chris Pronger's absence. He has 10 assists in the last 11 games and should continue factoring into Philadelphia's attack.
News:Matt Carle dished out helpers on three of Philadelphia's four goals in Thursday's win over the Canadiens.
Analysis: He's quietly had a very productive season for the Flyers, posting four goals and 14 assists along with a plus-8 in 30 games this year.
News: Carle dished out four assists in the Flyers' first-round series win over the Sabres.
Analysis: Only 10 blueliners finished with more assist than Carle during the regular season and he continues to be one of the best at his position in setting up teammates now that postseason play has begun. Carle makes for a solid option on your back end in most playoff pool formats.
News: Carle set up two Philadelphia goals Saturday to continue his hot hand in March. He has seven assists in nine games this month.
Analysis: He hasn't scored a goal since Dec. 5 (his only tally this season) and only two of his 34 points this season have come on the power play. But his plus-minus is outstanding (plus-22) -- almost all of his production has come at even strength and he's clearly an effective defensive player.
News: Carle notched two assists as the Flyers beat the Rangers on Sunday.
Analysis: Carle only has two goals on the season, but he's got quite a few assists (22) and has an impressive plus/minus rating as well. If you need a defenseman, he's a good option.
News: Carle extended his point drought to five games by putting up a goose egg in the box score following Sunday's 3-2 OT loss to the Capitals.
Analysis: Carle is traditionally an excellent playmaking defenseman, so it's a bit of a concern that he's disappeared offensively despite the Flyers winning six of their last seven games. It may not be a bad idea to search for alternate blueliners until Carle can regain his touch in handling the puck.
News: Flyers D Matt Carle scored his team's only regulation goal during a 2-1 shootout win on Sunday against the Rangers. Henrik Lundqvist made the 1-0 lead stand until early in the third. Danny Briere's shot from the circle bounced off the goalie and Jeff Carter poked the rebound to Carle for his sixth goal of the season and a 1-1 score.
Analysis: Carle started the season on a high note with two goals, 12 points and a plus-9 rating in 11 October games. He really seemed rejuvenated playing alongside Chris Pronger. Sadly, Carle would not reach those numbers the rest of the season. He finished with 35 points and a plus-19 rating in 80 games. Not bad numbers for a blueliner, but we were expecting a lot more after his breakout October. Carle is going to be more of a No. 5 Fantasy defenseman on Draft Day 2010.
News: Flyers D Matt Carle scored a goal and finished at plus-2 during Friday's game against the Canadiens. After Jeff Carter scored late in the first period and early in the second, Carle made it 3-0 at 3:17 of the second. Carle's shot from the blue line deflected off Montreal defenseman Ryan O'Byrne and past goalie Casey Price. It was his fourth goal and first score since Jan. 7.
Analysis: Carle has 25 points on the season, but 12 of them came in October. He hasn't been as productive offensively ever since. Carle's name has popped up in trade rumors, but it is nothing new since Carle has been traded plenty since the 2008 offseason. Carle remains a low-end Fantasy start.
News: Flyers D Matt Carle is without a point in his last nine games.
Analysis: After putting up 12 points in 11 October games, Carle now has the same amount of points in his last 33 games. He clearly doesn't deserve to be starting in 51 percent of leagues right now.
News: Flyers D Matt Carle picked up two assists on Tuesday in a 6-3 win over Dallas.
Analysis: Carle now has 24 points for the season and five in his last three games with one goal and four assists over that span. Carle is a low-end Fantasy start but one that is once again gaining Fantasy value.
News:James van Riemsdyk and Jeff Carter scored two goals each, Matt Carle had a goal and two assists, and the Flyers beat the Pittsburgh Penguins for the first time in four games this season, winning 7-4 on Thursday. Carle hadn't scored since Oct. 31 against Carolina. He now has three goals and one power-play tally.
Analysis: Carle has shown some life on the offensive end since coach Peter Laviolette took over in December, but he still hasn't been near his 12 points, plus-9 performance of October. Carle has definitely lost a lot of Fantasy appeal following his fast start. Until he gets back to that level, Carle is a low-end Fantasy start.
News: Flyers D Matt Carle failed to record a point and finished at even in 24:19 of ice time on Thursday against the Senators. He hasn't scored since Oct. 31 and has only three assists in his last 18 games.
Analysis: Carle was one of the most added players in the first few weeks of the season as he got off to a riveting start. Unfortunately, he has been mired in a serious scoring funk since the calendar hit November. We are hoping the coaching change will spark Carle's game. But he is a risky Fantasy start while he is struggling.
News:Braydon Coburn scored twice and Scott Hartnell and Matt Carle each had a goal and two assists to help the Philadelphia Flyers snap a two game losing streak and send the Carolina Hurricanes to their eighth straight loss, 6-1 on Saturday. Carle earned his 100th NHL point with a wraparound goal at 17:21.
Analysis: Carle's three points give him 12 on the year. He had gone three straight games with zero points before this latest breakthrough. Carle started the year red hot and tailed off a bit. Hopefully he goes back in the positive direction after this performance. Consider Carle a solid Fantasy play in any format.
News: Philadelphia D Matt Carle had a ridiculous night as he helped the Flyers beat the Capitals 6-5 in overtime. Carle assisted on four of the Flyers' six goals in the game. He set a Flyers record for assists in a period by a defenseman and tied the NHL mark.
Analysis: Carle scored a goal and added an assist the last time he took the ice and now has six points on the season in three games. Carle finished last season with 26 points in 76 games with five goals and 21 assists and is off to a much better start this year. Consider him a low-end Fantasy option that is gaining Fantasy steam at the moment.
News: Philadelphia D Matt Carle had a two-point performance on Saturday in a 5-2 win over the Devils. Carle scored 11:13 into the third period on a wrist shot with an assist from Chris Pronger. His assist came on a Mike Richards goal in the second period.
Analysis: Carle finished last season with 26 points in 76 games with five goals and 21 assists. It was a far cry from his career-high of 42 points in 2006-07 with San Jose, easily the best offensive performance of his career. Hopefully he'll be more of an offensive presence this season, but right now he can only be considered a low-end Fantasy option.
News: Flyers D Matt Carle tallied two assists and finished at even during Friday's 6-4 win against the Sabres. It was his first points in 11 games. Carle is up to 15 assists.
Analysis: Carle is trying to find his offensive rhythm again after totaling a career-high 42 points during a breakout 2006-07 season with the Sharks. He has bounced around between Tampa Bay and Philadelphia this season, but has been average offensively. Carle still is a low-end Fantasy defenseman.
News: Flyers D Matt Carle scored in a second straight game Sunday as Philadelphia beat the Rangers.
Analysis: Carle has seen a lot of quality playing time since coming over in a November trade from Tampa Bay. He has still not regained his touch as an elite offensive blue liner, but he is making progress. Consider Carle a decent low-end Fantasy defenseman in larger formats.
News: Flyers D Matt Carle tallied a power-play assist during Thursday's 4-1 loss against the Lightning. It was his first point in seven January games.
Analysis: Carle has seen a lot of quality playing time since coming over in a November trade from Tampa Bay. He has still not regained his touch as an elite offensive blue liner, but he is making progress. Consider Carle a decent low-end Fantasy defenseman in larger formats.
News: Flyers D Matt Carle was back in the lineup Tuesday against the Canucks after missing one game with an ankle injury. He tallied an assist and finished at even in 22:41 of ice time. Carle has four points in his last five games.
Analysis: Carle is once again starting to find his offensive touch that made him a dynamite Fantasy option with the Sharls in 2006-07. He is still a long ways off from being a high-end Fantasy defenseman, but at least he is making progress.
News: Flyers D Matt Carle is day-to-day with an ankle injury.
Analysis: Carle has five points in seven December games, but can't seem to stay healthy lately. He can be a nice low-end starting Fantasy defenseman in deeper formatswhen healthy, but is an injury-risk start in Fantasy Week 13 (Dec. 29-Jan. 4).
News: Philadelphia D Matt Carle returned after missing five games with a back/rib injury and had two assists in a 6-3 loss to Pittsburgh on Saturday. He logged 21 minutes of ice time.
Analysis: Carle has one goal and four assists in the 12 games since his move to Philly. He has been playing a lot due to injury and has done an admirable job. His numbers might not last, so Carle remains just a low-end Fantasy option for now.
News: Flyers D Matt Carle missed a fifth straight game Thursday against the Hurricanes because of a lower-body injury. He remains questionable heading into Saturday against the Penguins.
Analysis: Carle only has one goal and two assists in the 11 games since his move to Philly, so he hasn't exactly been much of a Fantasy force from the blue line. He remains a low-end defensive option when healthy.
News: Flyers D Matt Carle missed a fourth straight game Tuesday against the Islanders because of a lower-body injury. He remains questionable heading into Thursday against the Hurricanes.
Analysis: Carle only has one goal and two assists in the 11 games since his move to Philly, so he hasn't exactly been much of a Fantasy force from the blue line. He remains a low-end defensive option when healthy.
News: Flyers D Matt Carle missed a third straight game Saturday against the Hurricanes because of a lower-body injury. He remains questionable heading into Sunday against the Blackhawks.
Analysis: Carle only has one goal and two assists in the 11 games since his move to Philly, so he hasn't exactly been much of a Fantasy force from the blue line. He remains a low-end defensive option when healthy.
News: Flyers D Matt Carle missed a second straight game Thursday against the Devils because of a lower-body injury. He remains questionable heading into Saturday against the Hurricanes.
Analysis: Carle only has one goal and two assists in the 11 games since his move to Philly, so he hasn't exactly been much of a Fantasy force from the blue line. He remains a low-end defensive option when healthy.
News:The Sports Xchange reports that Flyers D Matt Carle sat out Tuesday's game with an undisclosed upper body injury and is listed as day-to-day.
Analysis: Carle only has one goal and two assists in the 11 games since his move to Philly, so he hasn't exactly been much of a Fantasy force from the blue line. He remains a low-end defensive option when healthy.
News: The Philadelphia Flyers acquired defenseman Matt Carle from the Tampa Bay Lightning on Friday for forward Steve Downie and defenseman Steve Eminger. The teams also exchanged draft picks. The Flyers got a third-round pick in next year's draft, and Tampa Bay received its 2009 fourth-round selection that it traded to Philadelphia in June.
Analysis: The 6-foot, 205-pound Carle had a goal and an assist in 12 games for Tampa Bay this season. The former University of Denver standout won the Hobey Baker award as the nation's top college player in 2006. Tampa Bay acquired the 24-year-old Carle in a four-player deal with the San Jose Sharks in July. "Matt Carle is a good young defenseman and we are thrilled to add a player with his abilities to our roster," Flyers general manager Paul Holmgren said in a statement. "He will add skill and speed to our lineup and should fit in great with our team." Carle was averaging 21:54 minutes with the Lightning, but could see a bigger offensive role with the Flyers since they are banged up along the blue line. It wasn't along ago that Carle had 42 points as a rookie in 2006-07 with San Jose, but his career has been on a downward spiral since. Until he gets back up to the elite level, he remains a low-end Fantasy defenseman.
News: Lightning D Matt Carle scored his first goal during Saturday's 3-2 shootout win against the Senators. Carle pulled the Lightning even at 2 when he broke a personal 40 game goal-scoring drought with 6:12 left in the third. It was his first goal since Dec. 29 against Nashville.
Analysis: Carle has just two points in his first 10 games with Tampa Bay, but he is logging more than 22 minutes per contest. He is also seeing a lot of short-handed time. It wasn't long ago that Carle tallied 42 points in a season, so he has offensive ability. Still, he is more of a low-end Fantasy defenseman until he is back to being a regular contributor offensively.
News: Lightning D Matt Carle, who averaged only 16 1/2 minutes of ice time last season with the Sharks, is playing 26:27 minutes a game with Tampa Bay so far this season, which ranks him 10th in the league. He has one assist and four penalty minutes on the year.
Analysis: Along with his significant ice time, Carle is seeing time on the power play unit in Tampa Bay. Remember, Carle did score 42 points with San Jose two seasons ago, so there is some potential there. He is a low-end Fantasy defenseman right now, but it might just be a matter of time before he is a must-have again.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Lightning D Matt Carle suffered through a sophomore slump last season in San Jose, but is being counted on to return to the form he showed as a rookie helping run the Sharks' power play.
Analysis: Carle should pair with Andrej Meszaros to begin the season and the duo could for a formidable pair. Carle had 42 points in 2006-07 with San Jose and was a very key Fantasy player. He heads into the season as a low-end Fantasy defenseman, but it might just be a matter of time before he is a must-have again.
News: The San Jose Sharks acquired D Dan Boyle from Tampa Bay in a four-player deal Friday, trading D Matt Carle and top prospect Ty Wishart to the Lightning to add their second star defenseman in two days. The Sharks also picked up veteran D Brad Lukowich, one of Boyle's closest friends, while giving up a first-round pick in 2009 and a fourth-round choice in 2010.
Analysis: Carle was a massive disappointment last season, but he put up 42 points in 2006-07 and is worth taking in later rounds as a sleeper low-end Fantasy defenseman heading into 2008-09.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Sharks D Matt Carle appeared for 13:43 spread over 20 shifts Wednesday, the first time he's seen action since being a healthy scratch for eight straight games.
Analysis: Carle has underachieved massively after putting up 42 points last season. Right now, he is nothing more than a low-end Fantasy option at best.
News:The Sports Xchange reports the Sharks found themselves front and center over the weekend, the subject of a rumor that they had inquired about the availability of veteran Ottawa defenseman Wade Redden. Senators general manager Bryan Murray asked if Redden wanted to discuss the possibility of waiving his no-trade clause but didn't specify what team had inquired. Published reports in Ottawa pointed to San Jose, which was rumored to be offering young defenseman Matt Carle and a draft pick in return for the 30-year-old Redden, due to be an unrestricted free agent at season's end.
Analysis: The Sharks have had very inconsistent play from their defensemen this season and look to upgrade at that position. Carle is an attractive option to deal, so although the Redden trade did not go through, he still could be on the move. Carle has two goals and 11 assists this season. He has underachieved tremendously after posting 42 points last season. Right now, he is nothing more than a low-end Fantasy option.
News: Sharks D Matt Carle got his 10th assist of the season Tuesday in a 3-2 win over the Chicago Blackhawks.
Analysis: Ten assists would be an OK total for most defensemen, but Carle signed a big contract in the offseason and had 31 helpers last campaign. After going through an awful stretch in November and December with three total points, Carle has four already in 2008. He has potential, but is merely a low-end Fantasy option until he starts producing.
News: Sharks D Matt Carle, who signed a big contract in November and was a healthy scratch for a number of December games, now has four points in his last six games after recording an assist in San Jose's 3-2 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs on Saturday night.
Analysis: Carle was having an awful season until he started this nice run with a two-point effort on Dec. 29 against the Predators. He is now plus-3 in his last eight games, during which the Sharks are 7-1, so obviously he isn't going to be a healthy scratch again while he continues to play like he is. Consider him a solid No. 3 Fantasy defenseman option at the moment.
News: Sharks D Matt Carle tallied an assist and finished at even during Saturday's game against the Blue Jackets. He now has a goal and two assists in his last four games.
Analysis: The third-year defenseman has been a disappointing offensive weapon for the Sharks this season and has even been a healthy scratch a few times. Carle has potential, but is merely a low-end Fantasy option until he starts producing.
News: D Matt Carle saw action Thursday night against Dallas for just the second time in six games. Carle was a healthy scratch for five of the past six contests.
Analysis: Carle has potential, but is merely a low-end Fantasy option until he starts producing.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Sharks D Matt Carle signed a $13.75-million, four-year contract extension late in November, yet the 23-year-old defenseman was a healthy scratch Tuesday against the Ducks for the fourth time in the last five games. "Our coach needs to put the best team on the ice that he feels is going to win," Carle told the San Jose Mercury News. "If he feels that I shouldn't be there, then it's my job to respond."
Analysis: To say Carle is off to a slow start is an understatement. He had only one goal, six points and was a minus-5 while appearing in the first 16 games of the season. He was benched for three straight, but nothing changed. In nine straight games that followed, Carle failed to get on the score sheet and was a minus-1. His ice time was cut to sub-10 minutes routinely and then it was back to the press box. Carle has potential, but is merely a low-end Fantasy option until he starts producing.
News: Sharks D Matt Carle was a healthy scratch against Anaheim Tuesday for the fourth time in five games. Coach Ron Wilson has been unhappy with the former Hobey Baker Award winner's inconsistent play.
Analysis: Carle still remains a decent Fantasy reserve despite the slow start. Don't give up on him in larger leagues.
News: The Sharks traveled with only one extra skater -- D Matt Carle was the lone healthy scratch -- as RW Jonathan Cheechoo (groin), RW Jeremy Roenick (knee), D Alexei Semenov (hand), LW Ryane Clowe (knee) and D Brad Norton (back) all are on injured reserve.
Analysis: Carle still remains a decent Fantasy reserve despite the slow start. Don't give up on him in larger leagues.
News: Defenseman Matt Carle agreed to a four-year, $13.75 million contract extension Wednesday with the San Jose Sharks, who locked up another key young player with a lengthy deal. Carle, who won the Hobey Baker award as the NCAA's top player at Denver in 2006, has been a regular on San Jose's blue line since signing a pro contract late in the 2005-06 season. He scored 42 points in 77 games last season, making the NHL's all-rookie team along with fellow Sharks defenseman Marc-Edouard Vlasic.
Analysis: Carle has just one goal and five assists in 18 games this season, playing through a three-game benching earlier this month. But he's a key part of the Sharks' defensive core along with Vlasic, Christian Ehrhoff and veterans Rivet and Kyle McLaren. Carle still remains a decent Fantasy option despite the slow start. Don't give up on him. He has one goal and five assists in 18 games.
News: D Matt Carle returned to the lineup against Phoenix Thursday after being a healthy scratch for three straight.
Analysis: Carle still remains a decent Fantasy option despite the healthy scratches. Don't give up on him. He has one goal and five assists in 16 games.
News: The Sports Xchange notes: D Matt Carle and D Alexei Semenov were healthy scratches.
Analysis: Carle still remains a decent Fantasy option despite the healthy scratches. Don't give up on him. He has one goal and five assists in 16 games.
News: D Matt Carle, C Marcel Goc and D Alexei Semenov were healthy scratches for a second straight game. It was no surprise since Saturday's lineup produced a win.
Analysis: Carle still remains a high-end Fantasy option despite the healthy scratches. Don't give up on him. He has one goal and five assists in 16 games.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Sharks D Matt Carle was a healthy scratch Saturday against the Coyotes, missing his first game of the season in the process. Carle had a goal, an assist and was a minus-3 in his last seven games.
Analysis: It appears as though the third-year defenseman needed a physical and mental rest Saturday against the Coyotes. We don't expect him to be inactive too often and Carle still remains a high-end Fantasy option. He has one goal and five assists in 16 games.
News: Matt Carle got his first goal of the season on a power play late in the first period against Dallas Wednesday.
Analysis: Carle is a must-start in all Fantasy leagues and he is a great keeper prospect. He has five assists and now one goal, but the points will start coming sooner than later.
News: Ds Matt Carle and Christian Ehrhoff were each scoreless in Tuesday's preseason game against the Flames in a shootout loss. Both players posted a plus-1 rating with a pair of shots on goal.
Analysis: Carle is a must-start in all Fantasy leagues heading into the new season and he is a great keeper prospect. Carle has two assists and a plus-2 rating in four preseason games. Ehrhoff is only worth a look in deeper formats, however.
News: Mike Grier and Patrick Marleau had a goal and an assist each in Tuesday's game at St. Louis, as the Sharks have won the first two games of its season-high eight-game road trip. Ryane Clowe and Matt Carle also scored for the Sharks.
Analysis: Carle also chipped in with a plus-2 rating in 19:08 of ice time. He ended an eight-game scoreless streak with the goal, so don't get too excited just yet until this becomes a regularity.
News: Matt Carle still leads San Jose defensemen despite being banished to Worcester of the AHL in early January. He has five goals, 24 points and a plus-3 rating with 20 penalty minutes in 43 games.
Analysis: Carle remains a solid No. 4 or 5 Fantasy defenseman, as it appears that the demotion lit a fire under him. He has three points (2 G, 1 A) and a plus-4 rating in four games since returning from the minors.
News: Matt Carle had an assist in Monday's game against the Avalanche, his second point in as many games since returning from a banishment to Worcester of the AHL.
Analysis: Carle is a decent Fantasy defenseman in most larger leagues and he is worth a roster spot in all formats which allow keepers.
News: Sharks D Matt Carle was recalled from the minors and stepped back into the lineup Saturday after missing five games. Carle, who had two assists in three games with Worcester of the AHL, scored his fourth goal of the season and first since Nov. 4 against the Coyotes.
Analysis: It looks as though Carle wants to be sure the Sharks don't make the same mistake of sending him down once again. Go ahead and insert Carle, who won the Hobey Baker award as the NCAA's top player last season, back into active Fantasy lineups.
News: The San Jose Sharks recalled defenseman Matt Carle from their AHL affiliate Friday after a 10-day demotion. The Sharks put enforcer Scott Parker on the injured list to make room for Carle, who leads all San Jose defensemen with 21 points. Carle is fourth among NHL rookies with 18 assists.
Analysis: Carle, who won the Hobey Baker award as the NCAA's top player last season, had two assists in three games with the Worcester Sharks after San Jose demoted him and forward Steve Bernier over concerns about their flagging play. Perhaps once Parker returns from injury, Carle could be once again demoted. However, consider picking him up in seasonal leagues and using him while he is in the lineup.
News: In a bit of surprising news, the San Jose Sharks demoted RW Steve Bernier and D Matt Carle to Worcester of the AHL on Tuesday.
Analysis: The team did not make corresponding moves, but it is expected Ryane Clowe (groin) will be one of the players activated from injured reserve to take Bernier's place. Do not drop Carle in keeper formats, but you might want to drop him in weekly formats if you cannot afford to stash him on reserve.
News: Matt Carle has posted three goals and 17 assists with a plus-3 rating and 16 penalty minutes through 36 games at the Christmas break.
Analysis: Carle is also tied for fourth on the Sharks with 12 power play points (2 G, 10 A). He remains a solid No. 3 or 4 Fantasy defenseman in most formats.
News: Matt Carle picked up an assist and plus-2 rating in Tuesday's game against Minnesota, as he remains second among all rookies in scoring behind Los Angeles' Anze Kopitar.
Analysis: Carle has emerged as a must-start in all Fantasy leagues this season and is considered a frontrunner for the Calder Trophy at this early juncture of the year.
News: Matthew Carle had a pair of assists in Tuesday's game at Florida, as he picked up his fourth multi-point game of the season.
Analysis: Carle has been impressive during the early portion of the season, emerging as a must-start in all Fantasy leagues.
News: Matthew Carle has nine points (2 G, 7 A) through nine games, as the rookie continues to produce for the San Jose Sharks. He has managed six assists over the past five games.
Analysis: Carle has been on a roll and there does not appear to be any end in future. The rookie logs a lot of time on the power play and has emerged as a must-start in the first month of the season.
News: Matt Carle and Christian Ehrhoff each had a pair of assists in Thursday's game against the Red Wings.
Analysis: Carle and Ehrhoff have emerged as a must-starts in all Fantasy leagues. The two rearguards have combined for 13 points (5 G, 8 A) through the first seven games.
News: Matthew Carle has managed to score two goals with four assists and a plus-5 rating through the first six games, including a two-assist performance in Tuesday's game against the Stars.
Analysis: Carle is an outstanding Fantasy defenseman prospect in all formats, mostly because he is playing with the high-flying Sharks offense.
News: D Matt Carle has started fast with two goals and three points in his first two games. Both goals have come as a result of him pinching from the left point. "Those will probably be the only two goals I get that way this year," Carle predicted.
Analysis: Carle is an outstanding Fantasy defensive prospect in all formats, mostly because he is playing with the high-flying Sharks offense.
News: Matthew Carle opened the regular season on Thursday against the Blues with a goal and assist. He also contributed with five shots on goal in 20:26 of ice time.
Analysis: Carle is an outstanding Fantasy defense prospect in all formats playing with the high-flying Sharks offense.
