News:Brett Carson will sit out of Thursday's game against the Blues.
Analysis:Brett Carson has played in ten games with the Flames this season and has one assist to go along with a minus-1 rating. Carson, who also sat out of Tuesday's game, was originally in the lineup but was later replaced by Anton Babchuk, which indicates that Carson is dealing with an undisclosed injury.
News:Brett Carson played his first game of the season Friday, seeing 13:20 of ice time in a loss to San Jose.
Analysis:Brett Carson was recalled from Abbottsford (AHL) on Thursday and played in the place of Flames regular Mark Giordano, who missed the game on account of his wife giving birth. Odds are Carson won't make too much of an impact offensively in his time with the Flames, but he has 11 points in 26 AHL contests this season.
News: The Flames recalled Brett Carson from the Abbotsford Heat of the AHL on Thursday.
Analysis: In 26 games with the Heat this season, Brett Carson has recorded six goals and five assists to go along with 16 penalty minutes. Carson has played in only eight games with the Flames over the past two seasons.
News:Brett Carson was assigned to AHL Abbotsford on Friday, TSN.ca reports.
Analysis: The Flames placed Brett Carson on waivers Thursday, and now that the 27-year-old defenseman has passed through unclaimed, he'll head to Abbotsford. Carson has recorded eight points (2G, 6A) in 34 games there this season.
News:Brett Carson was put on waivers Thursday, according to the Flames' official Twitter account.
Analysis:Brett Carson is decent defensively, but there are some up and comers in the Flames' ranks like Derek Smith and T.J. Brodie who seem to have supplanted him in the lineup. If he clears waivers, he'll likely start the season in the AHL.
News: The Flames have recalled Brett Carson from his conditioning stint at AHL Abbotsford, the team's official Twitter page reports.
Analysis: The 27-year-old defenseman has 12 goals (2G, 10A) in 80 career NHL games, and none so far this year. Brett Carson had been out since mid-December with a back injury. He won't help your fantasy team much, but he'll definitely help the Flames, who are riddled with injuries at the moment.
News:Brett Carson (back) should be back with the Flames sometime next week, the Calgary Sun reports.
Analysis: The injury-depleted Flames really just need bodies to put on the ice at this point, and getting Brett Carson back would help, as he has only played two games this year.
News:Brett Carson (back) has been sent down to AHL Abbotsford for a conditioning stint, according to the Calgary Sun.
Analysis:Brett Carson has been struggling with a back injury all season and has only appeared in two games thus far. Hopefully when he gets back up to Calgary he'll be able to stay healthy, but that won't be for at least a week or two.
News:Brett Carson (lower body) is still on injured reserve but will travel with the team on its road trip starting Tuesday, according to the Calgary Herald.
Analysis:Brett Carson has had a nightmare season, as he was out with a back injury until Dec. 13, returned for two games, then sustained another injury. The Flames could use him for some added depth, but Carson's return is up in the air at this point.
News: The Flames have placed Brett Carson on injured reserve due to a lower body injury, TSN.ca reports.
Analysis: Between injuries and AHL time, Brett Carson has only made it into two games with the Flames this season, and is still looking for his first point in eight career games in a Calgary jersey.
News:Brett Carson was a scratch in favor of Cory Sarich Friday night, the team's official site reports.
Analysis:Brett Carson is coming off a harsh back injury, so with Friday being the second game of a back-to-back, he may have just been given the night off to rest.
News:Brett Carson (back) will make his season debut Tuesday night, according to the Flames' official Twitter page.
Analysis: It was thought that Brett Carson's debut would not come until later in the week, but apparently he's ready to go after skating with the team the last couple days. Carson appeared in just six games with the Flames last season and has not played since injuring his back in September, so it remains to be seen where he will slot in the lineup.
News:Brett Carson (back) has declared himself game-ready and will accompany the Flames on their road trip, but likely will not play Tuesday against Nashville, the Calgary Sun reports.
Analysis:Brett Carson is still looking for his first action of the season, as his back has held him out of the entire current campaign. A more likely return will be Thursday against Tampa Bay.
News: The Flames have recalled Brett Carson from Abbotsford of the AHL according to the team's official web site
Analysis:Brett Carson has been out all season with a back injury he suffered during the offseason. He should immediately slot as a third or fourth-line defenseman upon his return.
News:Brett Carson (back) should be back with Calgary on Dec. 11 after a five-game stint with the Abbotsford Heat, the Calgary Sun reports.
Analysis:Brett Carson has yet to play a minute this season with a back injury. He should be in line for a third-line defenseman slot when he returns.
News:Brett Carson (back) has been assigned to AHL Abbotsford for a two-week conditioning stint, the Flames' official site reports.
Analysis: Hopefully, the two weeks give Brett Carson some time to get back into game speed, as the Flames are now also missing Anton Babchuk and Mark Giordano on the blue line.
News:Brett Carson (back) practiced fully with the team Sunday and will travel with his teammates for the four-game road trip that starts Monday, according to the Calgary Sun.
Analysis:Brett Carson has yet to suit up for the Flames this season due to his back injury, but could get into the lineup relatively soon. He was a plus-9 with no points in 22 games split between Carolina and Calgary last season.
News:Brett Carson (back) is practicing with a no-contact jersey and could be back in Calgary's lineup within the next month, the Calgary Herald reports.
Analysis:Brett Carson has yet to play this season, and should be back at some point in December, if all goes well.
News:Brett Carson (back) skated in practice Monday but still has no timeframe for his return, the Calgary Sun reports.
Analysis:Brett Carson still has yet to play in a game this season and doesn't appear to be anywhere close to returning.
News: Though Brett Carson (back) was able to skate with his teammates Friday, he will not play in Saturday's game, according to the Flames' official website.
Analysis:Brett Carson will remain on injured reserve for the time being, but at least he appears to getting closer to making his season debut.
News:Brett Carson (back) took part in Friday morning's skate and wasn't wearing a caution jersey, The Toronto Sun reports.
Analysis: "He was good enough to get to this stage today," Flames head coach Brent Sutter said. "Now, we'll see how he responds and how he can handle a full practice." This is clearly a big step for Brett Carson, who appears to be inching closer to his return.
News:Brett Carson (back) remains out for Thursday's game against Montreal, the Flames' official site reports.
Analysis: It doesn't appear Brett Carson is progressing very quickly, and likely won't be back for at least another week, if not longer.
News:Brett Carson (back) isn't likely to be ready for the regular season opener against Pittsburgh, The Calgary Herald reports.
Analysis: The 25-year-old defenseman has a total of 12 points (2G, 10A) in 78 career games. Brett Carson might work his way into the defensive rotation once he gets healthy.
News:Brett Carson (back) is not practicing, The Calgary Sun reports.
Analysis: It is concerning that this issue has lingered throughout the preseason. The defenseman's availability for the start of the regular season will be in question if he can't get on the ice soon.
News:Brett Carson (undisclosed) skated in practice Sunday with a no-contact jersey on, according to the Calgary Herald.
Analysis:Brett Carson appears to have suffered some sort of ailment in the offseason, but is recovering and should suit up soon. He will be competing for a spot on the Flames' roster as preseason rolls along.
News: Carson has signed a two-year extension with the Flames, the team's official site reports. He's now on tap to earn $550,000 next season and $600,000 the year after.
Analysis: Carson, who did not record a point in 19 NHL games this past season, has career totals of 12 points and 20 PIMs in 78 games, numbers that confirm that he is more valuable to the Flames than he is to fantasy owners. "Based on his solid play at the end of last season, we believe Brett can be an every day defenseman for us," said Flames General Manager Jay Feaster. "In our end-of-season meetings a number of our top forwards commented on his consistent ability to get the puck to them in transition, and we are confident he will continue to develop his overall game."
News: After being a healthy scratch 12 times in 14 games, Carson played a total of 37 minutes over the last two games over the weekend, the Calgary Herald reports.
Analysis: Carson was a plus-2 over that stretch - not bad considering how much rust he had in his game. He played instead of Steve Staios the last two games.
News: Calgary has claimed Carson off waivers from Carolina, reports TSN's Bob McKenzie.
Analysis: The big defenseman didn't score a point in 13 games with the 'Canes this year, and likely will be the sixth or seventh defenseman for the Flames.
News: Carson has been recalled by the Hurricanes, the team's official site reports.
Analysis: He may continue to be moved between the two teams down the stretch as Carson hasn't completely locked up NHL minutes yet. If he's in the lineup, it will likely be as part of Carolina's third blue-line pairing.
News: The Hurricanes reassigned Carson to AHL Charlotte on Saturday, the team's official site reports.
Analysis: Carson was recalled on an emergency basis Wednesday and played in Thursday's game against Philadelphia. As expected, his stint with the Hurricanes didn't last long.
News: Carson was recalled on an emergency basis Wednesday, Hurricanes.NHL.com reports.
Analysis: That's the second NHL appearance in a row on emergency basis for Carson, meaning his foot is only loosely in the NHL door. He's only on the fantasy radar in the deepest of formats.
News: Carson will be reassigned to AHL Charlotte by the Hurricanes, the Charlotte News & Observer reports.
Analysis: Carson, an emergency call-up, heads back down to the minors, with Joni Pitkanen returning to the Carolina lineup Sunday.
News: The Hurricanes recalled Carson from AHL Charlotte on Friday, according to the team's official website.
Analysis: Carson was recalled on an emergency basis to help fill-in for Joni Pitkanen (upper body). Carson will likely head back to Charlotte when Pitkanen is ready to return to action.
News: The Hurricanes have reassigned Carson to AHL Charlotte, the team's official site reports.
Analysis: Carson, who continues to ride the NHL/AHL shuttle, figures to be called up again by Carolina soon enough. In three NHL games this season, he has not recorded a point.
News: The Hurricanes recalled Carson from AHL Charlotte on Wednesday, the team's official website reports.
Analysis: This will be Carson's fourth stint with the Hurricanes this season. Carson appeared in just two games in his first three appearances with the top club, so do not expect him to see much ice time.
News: The Hurricanes reassigned Carson to AHL Charlotte on Tuesday, according to the team's official website.
Analysis: Carson is no longer needed on the roster with Joni Pitkanen (upper body) in line to return Tuesday. Carson will have a shot to be called up again later in the season.
News: The Hurricanes recalled Carson from the AHL on Thursday, CBC Sports' Jeff Marek reports.
Analysis: Joni Pitkanen is dealing with an upper-body injury, so Carson will give the 'Canes some extra depth on the blue line while Pitkanen is out. The stay in Carolina may be short-lived, however, and Carson's fantasy appeal is minimal.
News: Carson has been reassigned to AHL Charlotte, the Raleigh News & Observer reports.
Analysis: Carson has yet to play this season but he should continue to be a common call-up when injuries strike, as permitted by his two-way contract.
News: The Hurricanes recalled Carson from AHL Charlotte on Saturday, the team's official site reports.
Analysis: Any major league experience should be a boon to Carson's development but he shouldn't be a factor in fantasy hockey, at least until he becomes more of a regular at the big stage of the NHL.
News: Carson has been assigned to AHL Charlotte, the Hurricanes' official site reports.
Analysis: Carson is under a two-way contract this season, so he could be a popular call-up for the 'Canes.
News: Hurricanes D Brett Carson scored a goal during Sunday's game against the Senators. Carson scored his first career NHL goal on a rush late in the third period. Ray Whitney found Carson trailing on the play, and Carson wristed it through a crowd in front of the net.
Analysis: Carson has played regularly for the Hurricanes since his recall in early December. He has four points in a career-high 16 games. His playing time is all over the place, and there is a good chance Carson is sent back to the minors as soon as a roster spot is need. He still has little to no Fantasy appeal.
News: Carolina recalled D Brett Carson from its AHL affiliate in Albany on Monday. He was then a healthy scratch against Pittsburgh.
Analysis: Carson split the 2008-09 season between Carolina and Albany of the AHL. He had no points in five games with the Hurricanes. Carson has been a puck-moving blueliner in the minors, but he has yet to get a fair shot in the NHL. It's safe to ignore him in Fantasy.
News: The Hurricanes signed defensemen Brett Carson and Bryan Rodney to one-year contracts Monday. "Brett and Bryan both made tremendous strides last season," Hurricanes assistant GM Jason Karmanos said. "They will both have a chance to push for a spot on the Hurricanes roster this fall."
Analysis: Carson split the 2008-09 season between Carolina and Albany of the AHL. He had no points in five games with the Hurricanes and 35 points (six goals) in 69 games with Albany. Carson is a decent puck-moving defenseman, but has little to no Fantasy appeal until he gets his full-time shot in the NHL.
News: Hurricanes D Brett Carson, who was called up earlier in December, has been sent back to Albany of the AHL.
Analysis: The 2004 fourth-round pick made his NHL debut on Dec. 7 and played a lot. He has decent offensive skills, but nothing that will knock your socks off. It's still safe to ignore him in Fantasy.
News: Carolina recalled defenseman Brett Carson from Albany before Sunday's game against the Capitals. To make room, the Hurricanes put goalie Cam Ward (groin) on injured reserve. Carson played Sunday, but didn't log a point in 22:07 of ice time.
Analysis: The 2004 fourth-round pick made his NHL debut Sunday and played a lot. He has decent offensive skills, but nothing that will knock your socks off. It's still safe to ignore him in Fantasy.
News: The Carolina Hurricanes assigned defensemen Casey Borer and Brett Carson to their AHL affiliate in Albany on Friday, trimming the roster to 23 players before their final preseason game against Columbus. The 22-year-old Borer had a goal and an assist and a plus-minus rating of plus-three in three preseason games. He was taken by Carolina in the third round of the 2004 draft out of St. Cloud State. Carson, a 21-year-old picked by the Hurricanes in the fourth round in 2004, didn't score in four preseason games.
Analysis: Borer and Carson were buried way down the depth chart and this move isn't a surprise. Neither has any Fantasy value at this point.
