News:David Jones (knee) will be in the lineup Monday when the Avs take on the Flames, the Denver Post reports.
Analysis: The winger hasn't played since March 23, but will be in the lineup Monday. He has seven points and a minus-11 rating in 27 games for the Avs this season.
News:David Jones (knee) practiced Friday but will miss Friday's game against the Red Wings, Mike Chambers of the Denver Post reports.
Analysis:David Jones will accompany the team after Friday's game when they head to Phoenix, which means he may be available for Saturday's contest. For now, Jones remains day-to-day, and his ability to participate in the team's morning skate Saturday will tell us about his status for Saturday night's game against the Coyotes.
News:David Jones did not suit up Tuesday due to a knee issue.
Analysis: The injury has lingered for a couple weeks, and the Avalanche have muddied David Jones' status by announcing him as a healthy scratch a couple times, but the fact remains he is still day-to-day for the time being.
News:David Jones (knee) was a healthy scratch Saturday. He has missed three games with the injury and now a fourth straight that he hasn't dressed.
Analysis: He's a marginal fantasy activation. Wait to see him in a box score before you slot him back in.
News:David Jones will not play in Wednesday's game against the Flames due to a knee injury, Mike Chambers of the Denver Post reports.
Analysis:David Jones suffered the injury during Tuesday's practice and is listed as day-to-day. The Avs play again Thursday, and it remains to be seen if Jones will be available for that game.
News:David Jones will be a healthy scratch against the Stars on Wednesday, the Denver Post reports.
Analysis: Avs coach Joe Sacco indicated that David Jones and fellow winger Jamie McGinn would both be benched for Wednesday's game. Despite the wingers both starting the year on Colorado's top line with Paul Stastny, Sacco feels the team needs more out of them, and thinks a stint in the press box may give them a wake-up call.
News:David Jones potted the game-winning goal against the Blues on Wednesday night.
Analysis: With a wrister that might have deflected off of the stick of Kevin Shattenkirk, David Jones spared the Avs a shootout by scoring with 17 seconds left in the extra frame. The goal was just his second of the season, and there's little reason to get excited about Jones' offensive output at this stage.
News:David Jones will play Wednesday night against the Ducks, The Denver Post reports.
Analysis:David Jones, who signed a four-year deal with the Avs over the summer, will return to the lineup after missing the last two games with a knee injury. The winger has notched one goal in seven contests for Colorado so far this season.
News:David Jones (knee) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Stars, Mike Chambers of the Denver Post reports.
Analysis:David Jones suffered a knee injury Thursday against the Flames, and has not played since. He could resume skating Tuesday, but for now he remains day-to-day.
News:David Jones (knee) will miss Saturday's game against the Oilers, Mike Chambers of the Denver Post reports.
Analysis:David Jones suffered a knee injury in the Avs' 6-3 victory Thursday. He is day-to-day and will be re-evaluated after Saturday's game.
News:David Jones signed a four-year contract extension with Colorado on Thursday, James Mirtle of Globe and Mail reports.
Analysis: In 72 games with the Avs last season, David Jones tallied 37 points, including 17 goals.
News:David Jones was sent off for a total of eight penalty minutes in Colorado's overtime loss to Vancouver on Saturday night.
Analysis: No, this doesn't look to be a new emphasis on toughness for him; he has only 30 PIMs all season, and even that's a career high. Two of the penalties were for delay of game and holding, not exactly the tough-guy penalties we're accustomed to seeing from the game's true enforcers.
News:David Jones notched a goal and an assist in Tuesday's 7-1 beatdown of Minnesota, giving him 30 points on the season thus far (16G, 14A).
Analysis: Despite the outburst, David Jones' offensive production continues to be sporadic at best. He has 14 points in his last 15 games, but 10 of those have come on multi-point nights. Jones continues to have modest fantasy value in deeper formats, but he's one of those streaky players who will disappear for long stretches, causing you to pull your hair out most nights. If you can stomach the peaks and valleys, by all means start him.
News:David Jones scored two goals and added an assist in Colorado's 5-0 win over Columbus on Friday. He also finished the night with a plus-3 rating and two shots on goal.
Analysis: He hadn't scored since Feb. 7, a span of seven games. With 14 goals on the year, David Jones will be hard pressed to duplicate his output of a year ago, when he potted 27 goals in 77 games.
News:David Jones scored two goals in Tuesday's win over the Blackhawks.
Analysis: After being a healthy scratch last week, David Jones has rebounded to score three goals in his last two games. It's still been a disappointing season for Jones, who might be on the trade block before the deadline later this month.
News:David Jones, who is set to become an unrestricted free agent this summer, could be a subject of trade rumors prior to the Feb. 27 trade deadline, reports the Denver Post.
Analysis: The writing could be on the wall for David Jones, who has not performed up to expectations this season (17 points in 44 games). Furthermore, there have been no talks involving a possible contract extension between him and the team. In the meantime, Jones will look to build on the goal he scored during Saturday's shootout loss to Vancouver, one game after sitting out as a healthy scratch. "We're looking for offense from some guys, and I think Jonesy is one of those guys who has to step up," coach Joe Sacco said. "He did last game, so maybe that's a good sign for us." Monitor the situation closely, as a change of scenery might do Jones some good.
Avs' Jones Comes Off Bench, Scores Goal Against Canucks
News: After serving as a healthy scratch Thursday against the Wild, David Jones returned to the lineup Saturday against the Canucks.
Analysis: The benching must have lit a fire under him, as David Jones proceeded to score a power-play goal at 9:14 of the first period, his first in seven games and just his ninth of the season. It's nice to see Jones hit the scoresheet again, but he's got a lot of work left to do if he wants to match the career-high 27 goals he potted last season. Consistency has never been Jones' middle name, so don't hold your breath.
News:David Jones will be a healthy scratch for Thursday's game against Minnesota, according to the Denver Post.
Analysis: No surprise here, as David Jones is stuck in a lengthy scoring slump with just two points in 18 games since the start of December. Instead, Kevin Porter is set to play in Jones' spot Thursday against the Wild.
News:David Jones was a healthy scratch for Thursday's game against the Predators.
Analysis: With the return to the lineup of Peter Mueller (concussion), David Jones is suddenly the man on coach Joe Sacco's totem pole. With just a single point in his last 12 games, however, it's not hard to see why. Overall, Jones has 15 points in 36 games and figures to get back into the lineup at some point, but when that might be remains unclear. Reserve him immediately.
News:David Jones has been bumped from the Avs' second line by Peter Mueller (concussion), who will make his return to the lineup Thursday at Nashville, according to the Denver Post.
Analysis: It's not clear at this point where David Jones will line up Thursday against the Preds. He could return to the Avs' third line where he was playing earlier this season before being promoted to the second line alongside Paul Stastny and TJ Galiardi, or he could even wind up as a healthy scratch. Monitor closely.
News:David Jones (groin) will return to the lineup Saturday night, the Denver Post reports.
Analysis:David Jones nearly returned to the ice Tuesday, so it's not a surprise that he will be back in action Saturday. Jones had 14 points in his first 24 games of the season, but he did not score in the seven games he has appeared in since Nov. 30. Look for Jones to be extra aggressive in his return in an effort to snap his scoreless streak.
News:David Jones (groin) participated in the pre-game skate but will miss Tuesday's game against the Jets, the Denver Post reports.
Analysis: "Hopefully, pretty soon," David Jones said, when asked about when he thought he'd be back in the lineup. "It's exciting to be back there [practicing] with the boys." It sounds like he's getting close, but keep in mind the Avs have won five straight and coach Joe Sacco is not tinkering with his lineup too much right now. Even when Jones gets cleared to play, it's possible he may not be re-inserted back into the lineup right away. Keep him on your fantasy bench for the time being.
News:David Jones (groin) skated on his own before practice Wednesday, the Denver Post reports.
Analysis: We expect David Jones will need to get in at least a couple of team practices before getting clearance to return to the lineup. He remains day-to-day for the time being.
News:David Jones (groin) is nearing a return to the lineup, according to the Denver Post.
Analysis: At this point, David Jones is questionable for Wednesday's game against St. Louis. He will likely return to a checking-line role once he's been given the green light to return, so his fantasy value remains limited.
News:David Jones (groin) will miss Monday's game against the Flyers, according to The Denver Post.
Analysis: Only those of you in very deep fantasy formats will be missing his mediocre production (14 points in 31 games). He remains day-to-day.
News:David Jones has been sidelined with a groin injury, according to The Denver Post.
Analysis: The severity of the injury has not been revealed, so consider him day-to-day at this point. David Jones has seven goals and 14 points in 31 games so far for the Avalanche.
News:David Jones, who has bounced around the Avs' lineup for most of this season, is currently playing on the third line with Daniel Winnik and Jay McClement.
Analysis:David Jones has cooled off considerably since opening the season with eight points (5G, 3A) in 11 games in October. In 20 games since then, he has just two goals and four helpers, and has been held off the scoresheet in his last seven games. Considering he is playing a checking-line role at the moment, we don't see much evidence that he will turn his fortunes around anytime soon. Jones is a pure goal-scorer but needs to develop more of an all-around game to be successful at the NHL level. He should not be on your fantasy roster right now.
News:David Jones will skate on a line with Matt Duchene and Joakim Lindstrom when the Avs face the Kings on Sunday, according to The Denver Post.
Analysis: Coach Joe Sacco is desperate to light a fire under Duchene, who has just four points (1G, 3A) in eight games so far this season. David Jones, who has been playing well thus far (4G, 1A in his last four games), has a natural goal scorer's touch and could be a good fit on Duchene's line. As long as Jones is playing a top-six role for the Avs, he should be in your fantasy rotation every night.
Avs' Jones Misses Practice Monday, Likely To Play Wednesday
News:David Jones missed practice on Monday, taking what the team called a "maintenance day," according to the Denver Post.
Analysis: As fantasy owners know, David Jones has had trouble staying healthy the past few seasons, but there doesn't look to be anything to worry about here. We expect Jones to suit up for the Avs' next game Wednesday against the Flames.
News:David Jones scored the overtime goal in Monday's 3-2 victory over Toronto, giving him three goals in the last two contests.
Analysis:David Jones has been a spark for Colorado with timely goals on the team's massively successful 5-0 road trip. Jones is showing the ability to get to the net and convert opportunities. He has the potential for a 30-goal season. Colorado is receiving production from many players and Jones certainly isn't being left out.
News:David Jones had two goals and an assist in Saturday's 6-5 OT win over Montreal.
Analysis: He's off to a quick start with four points in five games. He's somewhat injury-prone but he does have the potential to pot 30. And that makes him a serious sleeper in goal-heavy leagues. Scan the wire.
News:David Jones added a power-play goal to Colorado's 4-1 win over the Kings on Saturday night.
Analysis:David Jones showed last year what he can do with close to a full season's worth of work. In 77 games, he compiled 45 points (27G , 18 A) and six scores on the power play. Expect similar totals if he can stay healthy, something he's generally had trouble doing in the past.
News:David Jones has been skating on a line with Paul Stastny and Joakim Lindstrom so far in training camp, the Denver Post reports.
Analysis:David Jones, who tied Matt Duchene for the Avs' goal-scoring lead last season with 27 markers, is penciled in as one of the team's top two right wingers to start the season. Jones has battled the injury bug far too often over the last few seasons, but he did manage to play 77 games last year. If he can continue to stay healthy, look for him to crack the 50-point mark this season.
News: The Avalanche have re-signed Jones to a one-year, $2.5 million contract, the Denver Post reports.
Analysis: Jones, who scored a career-high 27 goals to go along with 18 assists in 77 games last season, gets to keep his locker in Denver at least one more season. Suffice to say, he's bounced back quite nicely from the ACL injury that ended his 2009-10 season early.
News: Jones scored the OT winner Sunday to lift the Avs past the Oilers, 4-3.
Analysis: It was Jones' 27th goal of the season, giving him a career-high 43 points in 76 games. Jones becomes a restricted free agent this summer, but it's believed the Avs will try to bring him back next season.
News: Jones has an injured leg and is doubtful for Thursday's game against Dallas, the Denver Post reports.
Analysis: It's still unclear exactly when and how Jones suffered his latest injury, but prepare to do without him for the rest of the season.
News: Jones scored Sunday against the Ducks.
Analysis: This was Jones' 23rd goal of the season. He only has 13 assists, but he certainly has a knack for finding the back of the net. Additionally, he has seven goals in his last 10 games, so he certainly hasn't seen his production trail off.
News: Jones fired two goals Saturday in a loss to the Kings.
Analysis: He now has 22 goals on the season, six of which have come in the last nine games. He's most valuable in leagues weighted to snipers -- he only has one helper in his last 18 games.
News: Jones scored both Colorado goals in a 3-2 loss to Minnesota on Wednesday.
Analysis: He now has 18 goals on the season. Entering Wednesday night's action, Jones had been pointless in six games.
News: Jones (shoulder) is expected to play Saturday against Anaheim, Adrian Dater of the Denver Post reports.
Analysis: An unusually quick recovery for the oft-injured Jones, who is never back in the lineup quicker than expected. He looks safe to use for fantasy purposes Saturday.
News: Jones (shoulder) will not play Thursday against Minnesota, the Denver Post reports.
Analysis: Jones made a surprise appearance before practice Wednesday, skating and shooting pucks, but he remains out indefinitely. Keep him reserved.
News: Jones (shoulder) is not expected to be out long-term, the Denver Post reports.
Analysis: Jones participated in Thursday's morning skate, so at least he's feeling well enough to take to the ice. He is officially listed as "out indefinitely", but for fantasy purposes, it's best to consider him week-to-week.
Avs' Jones Making Quick Recovery From Shoulder Injury
News: Jones (shoulder) skated before practice Wednesday, the Denver Post reports.
Analysis: Jones spent some time skating with Peter Forsberg, stickhandling and shooting the puck. This is a good sign, considering the official word from the Avs prior to the All-Star break was that Jones is out indefinitely. However, Jones has never historically been a fast healer, and he's never returned from any of his previous injuries sooner than expected. Keep him reserved but monitor his progress closely.
News: Jones (shoulder) is out indefinitely, reports the Denver Post.
Analysis: Jones, who has a long history of injuries and has never played a full season for the Avs, suffered this latest ailment last Wednesday against the Coyotes in the Avs' final game before the All-Star break. Make sure you reserve him immediately.
News: Jones injured his shoulder in the second period of Wednesday's loss to Phoenix and didn't return, the Associated Press reports.
Analysis: If it's nothing structural, Jones will have until February 1 to heal up. He skated 10:30 in Wednesday's contest, and didn't register a point before departing.
News: Jones scored twice, including the game-winning goal in overtime Tuesday night against Vancouver.
Analysis: Jones is up to 16 goals on the season and he has an outside shot to reach 30 by the time all is said and done. Despite one stretch earlier in the season when he scored just once in 15 games, he has been fairly consistent all year long.
News: Jones swapped spots at right wing with Milan Hejduk in practice on Friday, and will likely play with new linemates Matt Duchene and Tomas Fleischmann against the Islanders, reports the Denver Post.
Analysis: Coach Joe Sacco is looking for ways to light a fire under his team which is struggling to score goals right now, highlighted by their 1-0 loss to Phoenix on Thursday. Jones has shown a bit more pop lately, with two goals and two assists in his last seven games, but Sacco still wants more out of him - hence the lineup shuffle. As long as Jones is playing a top-six role for the Avs, he should remain active in medium to deeper fantasy formats, however note that with the expected return of Chris Stewart (broken hand) now on the horizon, Jones could soon be demoted back to a third-line role.
News: Jones scored Colorado's lone goal in Thursday's loss to Minnesota, breaking his 10-game goalless streak.
Analysis: The goal came on the power play; it's good to see Jones playing there and producing, as he's struggled some recently.
News: Jones will take a 10-game scoring drought into Thursday's game against Minnesota. Overall, he has 19 points (11G, 8A) in 31 games this season.
Analysis: "He's got to be more difficult to play against," Avs coach Joe Sacco said Wednesday. "I think Jonesie has more to give, and I think he knows that." Lately, Jones has been skating mostly on the team's second line alongside Matt Duchene and Tomas Fleischmann, seeing 18-19 minutes of ice time per night. However, if he doesn't start producing soon, he could wind up being demoted to the third or fourth line, especially if the Avs get some of their injured wingers back soon, like Milan Hejduk (groin) or Chris Stewart (hand). Monitor Jones carefully and have a backup plan in case he gets bumped to a lower line.
News: Jones will skate with new linemates Paul Stastny and Kevin Porter on the Avs' top line for Tuesday's game against the Panthers, the Denver Post reports.
Analysis: With the recent loss of Chris Stewart to a broken hand and the acquisition of Tomas Fleischmann, Avs coach Joe Sacco is juggling his lines in search of new combinations that show some chemistry. With 11 goals in 23 games so far this season, Jones does have some proven scoring ability that could make him a good fit with Stastny. However, the problem with Jones has always been the ability (or lack thereof) to stay healthy. If Jones can jell with Stastny, and can stay out of the trainer's room, he could be in line for an upgrade to his fantasy value. Keep a close eye on him.
News: Jones had two goals and an assist in Colorado's 5-1 win over Columbus on Friday night.
Analysis: He had missed the last two games with a hand injury. Jones now has nine points (6G, 3A) in 12 games and could be a nice addition to your team if you're in need of help on the wings.
News: Jones (hand) will play Friday against Columbus, the Denver Post reports.
Analysis: Jones missed the last two games with the injury, but prior to that, he had three points (2G, 1A) in five games. If Jones can stay healthy (a big 'if' with him), he should continue to play top-six minutes for the Avs, considering the number of injuries the team is currently dealing with.
News: Jones (hand) is listed as doubtful for Tuesday's game against the Flames, the Denver Post reports.
Analysis: Jones practiced Monday but was wearing a non-contact jersey, an indication that he is not quite game-ready yet. Keep him reserved.
News: The hand injury that kept Jones out of Saturday's game against Dallas is not believed to be serious, according to the Denver Post.
Analysis: This in itself is good news, but we still have no confirmation whether Jones will be in the lineup for the Avs' next game, Tuesday against Calgary. Best to keep him on your bench for the time being.
News: Jones will miss Saturday's game against the Stars with a hand injury, the Denver Post reports.
Analysis: We were hoping for a breakout year for Jones this season, based on the scoring he was able to produce last year while healthy. While that could still happen, we're starting to fear Jones might be too brittle to be able to fulfill his vast potential. Jones suffered this latest injury Thursday night against Vancouver and should be considered day-to-day for the time being.
News: Jones, who missed one contest with a bruised forearm, is expected to play Saturday against the Kings, the Avs' official site reports.
Analysis: "It's a little sore and a little swollen, but I feel pretty good," said Jones. "The day after (the injury) it was fine, but the next day it swelled up. I'm just happy it's not broken, but I think I'll be good to go." This is good news for Jones because the only thing he can afford to break right now is his three-game pointless streak.
Avs' Jones: Out For Thursday's Game Against Sharks
News: Jones (bruised forearm) will not be in the lineup Thursday against San Jose, the Denver Post reports.
Analysis: Jones missed Thursday's morning skate and is still considered day-to-day according to coach Joe Sacco. The injury itself doesn't sound serious, but then again, this is the same guy who missed four weeks last year with a bruised chest before a torn ACL ended his season. Don't assume a quick recovery is in the works this time, because with Jones you just never know. Keep him on your bench until he's officially back in the lineup.
News: Jones missed practice on Wednesday with a bruised forearm, the Denver Post reports.
Analysis: This doesn't sound overly serious. According to coach Joe Sacco, Jones suffered the injury on Monday against the Rangers. Consider him day-to-day for now, and questionable for Thursday's game against the Sharks.
News: Jones had two goals and an assist in Tuesday's win over Detroit.
Analysis: Jones played nearly 20 minutes Tuesday and he is currently skating on a line with Matt Duchene, so he has some fantasy value at the moment. That being said, the odds of him keeping it up the entire season are very slim.
News: Jones will start the season centering the Avs' second line, according to the Denver Post.
Analysis: Jones got the chance to audition for the role when Peter Mueller went down with a concussion in September, and responded by leading the team in preseason scoring with four points in five games. "I think he's earned the right to be there right now," Sacco said of Jones. "I like the fit right now. Nothing's permanent, but we're going to give him a chance up there and see what happens." Jones' linemates will be Matt Duchene and Milan Hejduk, which could wind up being a formidable combination. Last season, Jones scored 10 goals in just 23 games before suffering a torn ACL, so he could prove to be a good fit with proven scorers Duchene and Hejduk. He makes for a solid sleeper pick in deeper fantasy formats.
News: Jones' teammate Peter Mueller is out indefinitely with a concussion, the Denver Post reports.
Analysis: This may turn out to be an opportunity for Jones, as he could slide up to take Mueller's spot on the team's second line alongside Matt Duchene and Milan Hejduk. Keep an eye on Jones for the remainder of the preseason, and upgrade him on your draft sheets if it looks like he will be used in a top-six capacity.
News: The Denver Post reports that Avalanche RW David Jones is out 4-6 months after tearing his ACL.
Analysis: Jones was off to a great start this season with 16 points in 22 games, so this injury comes at a horrible time for the winger and his team. If you can afford to hold on to him in deeper leagues, then do so, but don't be afraid to drop him if need be, as he's out for a pretty long time.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Avalanche RW David Jones couldn't have known that his goal at 15:16 of the second period on Monday against the Flyers would turn out to be the winner. It gave the Avalanche what should have been a commanding 5-2 lead. The Flyers dominated the third period and pulled within a goal on scores by Danny Briere and Jeff Carter. "They just kept fighting," said Jones, who has scored four times in a three-game goal-scoring streak and already has set a career high for goals in a season with 10. "They're a good team and they have a lot of offensive firepower. It was just nice that we got enough goals to pull out the two points."
Analysis: Jones also has a career-high 14 points in his first 20 games this season. He has been a real find for the Avalanche and has seen a top-line time alongside Paul Stastny and Wojtek Wolski. We aren't sure if this hot streak will last for Jones, who is a low-end Fantasy start.
News: Avalanche RW David Jones scored a goal during Wednesday's 6-4 loss to the Oilers. Jones put Colorado up 3-2 with his seventh goal of the season 1:14 into the second. It was his fourth goal in seven games.
Analysis: Jones is one goal away from trying his career high set last season and three points away from setting a new benchmark in points. Jones has really done well under his former AHL coach in 2009-10 and has even seen time on the top line. While he is on track for a career season, Jones remains more of a low-end Fantasy option.
News: Colorado RW David Jones was able to score a goal on Wednesday in the team's 3-2 win over the Flames. Jones' goal 16:38 into the first period tied the game up at 2 with a wrist shot. It was his third goal of the season and sixth overall point.
Analysis: Jones had gone five games without a point before breaking through with the scored goal on Wednesday. He only has low-end Fantasy appeal despite getting off to a decent start to the season by his standards.
News: Colorado RW David Jones scored his second goal of the season in the 1st period on Tuesday in a 4-1 win over the Maple Leafs. Jones' goal made it 2-0 at the time. He later added an assist on John-Michael Liles' goal in the 2nd.
Analysis: Jones has played in the last two games for the Avalanche and already has four points with two goals and two assists per game at Boston and Toronto. Jones had 13 points in 40 games for Colorado last season but is well above that pace currently. He only really has low-end Fantasy value but if he keeps this up, that will change.
News: Avalanche RW David Jones made his first appearance of the season Monday after missing the first four games with a back injury and managed to score the go-ahead short-handed goal in a 4-3 win over the Bruins.
Analysis: Jones had 13 points in 40 games for Colorado last season and is just a lower-line forward. While Monday's goal was certainly a timely gem, he has no Fantasy value at this time.
News: Avalanche RW David Jones (chest) did not play Saturday at Chicago. He has missed all four games this season and remains day to day.
Analysis: Jones was injured late in the preseason and Colorado has no timetable for his return. Fantasy owners shouldn't be concerned too much since Jones has minimal appeal when healthy.
News: Avalanche RW David Jones (chest) did not play Thursday against the Predators. He has missed all three games this season and remains day to day.
Analysis: Jones was injured late in the preseason and Colorado has no timetable for his return. Fantasy owners shouldn't be concerned too much since Jones has minimal appeal when healthy.
News: Colorado RW David Jones was scratched from the team's Saturday game against the Canucks with a chest injury. Jones also missed the team's first game against the Sharks with the same ailment.
Analysis: Jones suffered the injury late in training camp, but X-rays were negative. He is on the day-to-day watch until further notice. Jones' 2008-09 season came to an end because of a shoulder injury and is starting to develop into an injury-prone player. He has minimal Fantasy appeal when healthy but does have four days to get better before the team's next game at Nashville on Thursday.
News: Avalanche RW David Jones was not in Thursday's opening night lineup against the Sharks because of a bruised chest.
Analysis: Jones suffered the injury late in training camp, but X-rays were negative. He is on the day-to-day watch until further notice. Jones' 2008-09 season came to an end because of a shoulder injury and is starting to develop into an injury-prone player. He has minimal Fantasy appeal when healthy.
News: Avalanche RW David Jones (shoulder) was able to play in Friday's preseason game against the Blues. He didn't have a point in 17:24 of ice time and finished at minus-3.
Analysis: The 24-year-old Jones appeared in his second NHL season in 2008-09 with the Avalanche. He totaled 13 points (eight goals) in 40 games. He totaled seven goals in his last 22 games before suffering a season-ending shoulder injury on Jan. 27 that forced him to miss the final 34 games. Jones is back at full strength, but is merely going to have low-end Fantasy appeal for the deepest of leagues Draft Day.
News: The Avalanche re-signed forward David Jones to a contract Monday. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. "We feel that bringing David back helps to solidify our lineup," Avalanche GM Greg Sherman said. "In addition, we've added to our organizational depth with this group of signings."
Analysis: The 24-year-old Jones appeared in his second NHL season in 2008-09 with the Avalanche. He totaled 13 points (eight goals) in 40 games. He totaled seven goals in his last 22 games before suffering a season-ending shoulder injury on Jan. 27 that forced him to miss the final 34 games. Jones is expected to be ready for training camp, but is merely going to have low-end Fantasy appeal for the deepest of leagues Draft Day.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Avalanche RW David Jones is recovering from Feb. 19 shoulder surgery. He is expected to be ready for training camp.
Analysis: Jones is set to become a restricted free agent July 1 and the Avs are expected to bring back the 24-year-old forward. He had a career-high eight goals, and 13 assists in 40 games last season. Jones is just at the beginning of his NHL career and is still a developing talent. But he won't have much Fantasy value heading into 2009-10.
News:The Denver Post reports Avalanche defenseman Kyle Cumiskey and forward David Jones both underwent shoulder surgeries Wednesday and are expected to miss the remainder of the 2008-09 season.
Analysis: Jones had eight goals and five assists in 40 games this season for Colorado. He had a few nice moments, but was hardly a blip on the Fantasy radar. It's safe to cut him in all Fantasy formats.
News: According to The Sporting News, Colorado RW David Jones was placed on IR with an ailing shoulder on Thursday. He was replaced by Cody McCormick in the lineup who was activated off of the IR.
Analysis: Jones came back and played one game before injuring himself again and going right back on the list. Leave him on waivers whether he's injured, healthy or otherwise.
News: Avalanche RW David Jones made his return from a back injury Tuesday against the Sharks, only to leave again in the second period with a shoulder ailment. Jones was knocked off his skates on a check by Alexei Semenov along the glass in the opening period. He didn't have a point in 4:14 of ice time.
Analysis: Jones has been a decent scoring presence for Colorado on their lower lines this season, but since he isn't an overwhelming offensive player, he still has marginal Fantasy value when healthy. Right now, Jones is just hoping to make it through a game.
News: Avalanche RW David Jones (back) did not play Wednesday against the Kings. He has missed the last four games and remains questionable heading into Tuesday against the Sharks.
Analysis: The Avalanche are keeping Jones out until after the All-Star break to give his injured back extra rest. He has scored eight times in 39 games this season, but has very minimal Fantasy value when healthy.
News: Avalanche RW David Jones (back) did not play Sunday against the Flames. He has missed the last three games and remains questionable heading into Wednesday against the Kings.
Analysis: The Avalanche could keep Jones out until after the All-Star break to give his wonky back extra rest. He has scored eight times in 39 games this season, but has very minimal Fantasy value when healthy.
News: Avalanche RW David Jones was held out for a second consecutive night with a back injury Friday against the Oilers. He remains questionable heading into Sunday against the Flames.
Analysis: Jones has been a solid contributor for the Avalanche since getting called up in November, but is still only a minimally-viable Fantasy option.
News:The Sports Xchange reports that Avalanche RW David Jones (back) was scratched Thursday in St. Louis and is listed as day-to-day. He was injured in the second period Tuesday against Columbus.
Analysis: Jones has been a solid contributor for the Avalanche since getting called up in November, but is still only a minimally-viable Fantasy option.
News: Colorado RW David Jones had two goals and an assist on Saturday against the Penguins, increasing his point total for the season to 13.
Analysis: Jones has been a solid contributor for the Avalanche since getting called up in November. Don't bother picking him up until he starts putting up some more stats like these.
News: Avalanche RW David Jones reached 10 points on the season when he scored in Monday's win over the Predators.
Analysis: Jones has played well since his call up in early November, but he's not getting enough ice time yet to be a Fantasy factor.
News: The Denver Post reports that Avalanche rookie David Jones scored for the fourth time in his last nine games Tuesday. "I think I'm getting a few bounces, and that always helps, obviously," he said.
Analysis: Jones is playing well since his call up in early November, but he's not getting enough ice time yet to be a Fantasy factor.
News: Avalanche RW David Jones scored for the third time in his last five games Sunday in a wni over the Canucks.
Analysis: Jones is playing well since his call up in early November, but he's not getting enough ice time yet to be a Fantasy factor.
News: Avalanche RW David Jones scored for a second straight game Monday night in a 6-5 win over the Wild.
Analysis: Jones is playing well since his call up in early November, but he's not getting enough ice time yet to be a Fantasy factor.
News: Colorado recalled RW David Jones on Friday after sending him to Lake Erie of the AHL Thursday. He dressed Saturday against the Predators, but failed to record a point in 10:54 of ice time. He finished at even and spent two minutes in the penalty box.
Analysis: Jones has just two points and a minus-8 rating in 11 games this season. He has seen time as a top-six forward, but hasn't really produced. He was a solid two-way player at Dartmouth, where he was a Hobey Baker Award finalist as a junior. However, he is still a work in progress and is more of a long-term Fantasy keeper.
News: The Avalanche scratched defensemen Scott Hannan (flu-like symptoms) and Daniel Tjarnqvist (foot) on Thursday against the Wild and recalled defenseman Kyle Cumiskey from Lake Erie (AHL). To make room on the 23-man roster, the Avalanche sent forward David Jones to Lake Erie.
Analysis: Jones has just two points and a minus-8 rating in 10 games this season. He has seen time as a top-six forward, but hasn't really produced. He was a solid two-way player at Dartmouth, where he was a Hobey Baker Award finalist as a junior. However, he is still a work in progress and is more of a long-term Fantasy keeper.
News: Colorado RW David Jones (illness) returned on Saturday against the Sabres. Jones took two shots on goal but missed both times. He played 15 minutes.
Analysis: Jones has seen time this season as a top-line winger for Colorado, but hasn't produced like one. Jones has plenty of size at 6-feet-2 and 220 pounds, and he was a solid two-way player at Dartmouth, where he was a Hobey Baker Award finalist as a junior. However, he is still a young player learning the NHL games and remains a low-end Fantasy option.
News: Avalanche RW David Jones was a late scratch with the flu Thursday against the Oilers. He had his first goal of the season Monday against the Kings. He is day to day and questionable for Saturday against the Sabres.
Analysis: Jones has seen time this season as a top-line winger for Colorado, but hasn't produced like one. Jones has plenty of size at 6-feet-2 and 220 pounds, and he was a solid two-way player at Dartmouth, where he was a Hobey Baker Award finalist as a junior. However, he is still a young player learning the NHL games and remains a low-end Fantasy option.
News: The Denver Post reports that Avalanche RW David Jones is under the weather and will be a game-time decision for Thursday's game vs. Edmonton.
Analysis: Jones has seen time this season as a top-line winger for Colorado, but hasn't produced like one. Jones has plenty of size at 6-feet-2 and 220 pounds, and he was a solid two-way player at Dartmouth, where he was a Hobey Baker Award finalist as a junior. However, he is still a young player learning the NHL games and remains a low-end Fantasy option.
News:David Jones scored his first of the season for the Avalanche during a 4-3 win Monday against the Kings. Another giveaway by the Kings in their zone led to Jones' goal, which came on a 35-foot slap shot from the slot that beat Jason LaBarbera to the glove side and put Colorado ahead 3-2 at 5:16 of the second.
Analysis: Jones, who finished at plus-1, has two points in six games. Jones has seen time this season as a top-line winger for Colorado, but hasn't produced like one. Jones has plenty of size at 6-feet-2 and 220 pounds, and he was a solid two-way player at Dartmouth, where he was a Hobey Baker Award finalist as a junior. However, he is still a young player learning the NHL games and remains a low-end Fantasy option.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Avalanche C Tyler Arnason is likely to center a gritty third line in 2008-09 with offensive potential, with Darcy Tucker on the left and David Jones on the right. Checking center Ben Guite will skate with left wing Cody McLeod and right wing Ian Laperriere.
Analysis: Jones, 24, will be under considerable pressure in 2008-09 as the heir apparent to Andrew Brunette, who wasn't offered a new contract by the Avalanche and left for Minnesota as a free agent. Jones has plenty of size at 6-feet-2 and 220 pounds, and he was a solid two-way player at Dartmouth, where he was a Hobey Baker Award finalist as a junior. Jones had plenty of scoring chances in his 27 games with the Avalanche as a rookie last year, but he wasn't much of a finisher and scored just two goals. A lot more will be expected from Jones in 2008-09, especially after the Avalanche allowed Brunette (70 goals in three years) to leave. Still, Jones is not a recommended Fantasy option heading into the season until he proves his worth.
News:The Sports Xchange reports RW David Jones, 24, will be under considerable pressure in 2008-09 as the heir apparent to Andrew Brunette, who wasn't offered a new contract by the Avalanche and left for Minnesota as a free agent.
Analysis: Jones has plenty of size at 6-feet-2 and 220 pounds, and he was a solid two-way player at Dartmouth, where he was a Hobey Baker Award finalist as a junior. Jones had plenty of scoring chances in his 27 games with the Avalanche as a rookie last year, but he wasn't much of a finisher and scored just two goals. A lot more will be expected from Jones in 2008-09, especially after the Avalanche allowed Brunette (70 goals in three years) to leave. Still, Jones is not a recommended Fantasy option heading into the season until he proves his worth.
News: Avalanche RW David Jones got on the scoring sheet for the second consecutive game when he scored and assisted in Thursday's 5-1 win over the Edmonton Oilers. Jones has two goals and two assists in two games.
Analysis: Jones is in his third stint with Colorado this season. He has no Fantasy value at this time.
News: Rookie David Jones scored his first career goal and picked a pair of assists and the Colorado Avalanche moved into a tie for first place in the Northwest Division with a 5-2 win over Atlanta on Tuesday night.
Analysis: Jones is in his third stint with Colorado this season. He assisted on Andrew Brunette's 16th goal and Joe Sakic's 10th goal to help the Avalanche take a 2-0 lead in the first. Jones has no Fantasy value at this time.
News: The Colorado Avalanche recalled forward David Jones from the Lake Erie Monsters, the team’s American Hockey League affiliate, on Firday. Avalanche also reassigned forward Brad Richardson to Lake Erie.
Analysis: Jones, 23, Colorado’s eighth selection (288th overall) in the 2003 Entry Draft, is making his third tour of the season with the Avalanche. He leads all Monsters in scoring with 14 goals and 16 assists in 45 games and his 12 power-play goals are a team high.
News: Avalanche RW David Jones tallied his first career point with an assist during Sunday's game against the Blue Jackets. Jones, who also finished at plus-1, was recalled from the AHL Saturday.
Analysis: The Avalanche were forced to recall Jones for the second time this season as Paul Stastny went on IR with an abdominal injury. Jones will likely play on the lower lines for the Avs and has little Fantasy value at this time.
News: The Colorado Avalanche has recalled forward David Jones from the Lake Erie Monsters, the team’s American Hockey League affiliate. The 23-year-old Jones was Colorado’s eighth selection (288th overall) in the 2003 Entry Draft and is up for his second stint with the Avalanche this season.
Analysis: Jones is the Monsters second-leading scorer with 22 points (9g/13a) in 36 games. He leads the Monsters in power play goals with eight. Jones leaves Lake Erie having tallied points in each of his last five games (2g/5a). Jones has a lot of potential, but is nothing more than a low-end Fantasy reserve or long-term keeper at this juncture.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Avalanche LW David Jones made his NHL debut Friday against the Rangers. He was recalled Dec. 20 from the Lake Erie Monsters in the American Hockey League. He had seven goals and eight assists in 27 games with Lake Erie.
Analysis: Jones failed to record a point in 8:00 of ice time Friday. Jones, 23, was a Hobey Baker Award finalist last year as a junior at Dartmouth College. He has a lot of potential, buti s nothing more than a low-end Fantasy reserve or long-term keeper at this juncture.
News: The Colorado Avalanche assigned Dan DaSilva, David Jones, Mitch Love, Victor Oreskovich, Andrew Penner, Dale Purinton and Michael Vernace to Lake Erie of the AHL on Wednesday.
Analysis: Purinton has had decent experience at the NHL level, but is only worth a look in deeper leagues which heavily reward penalty minutes. Oreskovich might also see time at the NHL level, but none of these players are worth a look in Fantasy leagues at this point.
