News: Thrashers LW Slava Kozlov, who had missed 12 straight games with a head injury, returned to action in Atlanta's season finale Saturday. He assisted in the 1-0 win over the Penguins.
Analysis: This is likely to have been Kozlov's last game for the Thrashers, as he didn't exactly get along with coach John Anderson. He might head to the KHL or could stick around in North America. At best, he will remain a low-end starting Fantasy option in deeper leagues for 2010-11.
News: Thrashers LW Slava Kozlov was a scratch for Friday's game against the Capitals due to a head injury. He has not played in the last twelve games.
Analysis: We wouldn't be surprised if Kozlov remains sidelined the rest of the season, even if he is healthy. He has spent a lot of time in coach John Anderson's doghouse because of his poor offensive output. Kozlov probably could use a change of address in 2010-11 to regain his lost Fantasy appeal.
News: Thrashers LW Slava Kozlov (head) remained on the scratched list for Tuesday's game against the Devils. He has not played in the last eight games.
Analysis: We wouldn't be surprised if Kozlov remains sidelined the rest of the season, even if he is healthy. He has spent a lot of time in coach John Anderson's doghouse because of his poor offensive output. Kozlov probably could use a change of address in 2010-11 to regain his lost Fantasy appeal.
News: Thrashers D Pavel Kubina (upper body), LW Slava Kozlov (head) and C Todd White (upper body) all missed Saturday's OT loss to the Penguins with their various ailments.
Analysis: Kubina is obviously the stud among this group, and his Fantasy owners will be sweating over the next 48 hours hoping that they get some positive news about their must-start elite Fantasy defenseman by the lineup deadline for Fantasy Week 25 (April 4-11). Kozlov has more Fantasy value than White, but both are just low-end Fantasy options in deeper mixed leagues.
News: Thrashers LW Slava Kozlov did not plain in Thursday's game against the Capitals due to a head injury. He's sat out six straight contests.
Analysis: Kozlov is making steps toward a return, but it's not like it is going to matter much in Fantasy, thanks to just eight goals and 25 points during 2009-10. He has become a low-end Fantasy option when healthy.
News: Thrashers LW Slava Kozlov (head) did not return to the lineup on Tuesday against the Maple Leafs. He has missed the last five games.
Analysis: Kozlov is making steps toward a return, but it's not like it is going to matter much in Fantasy. He has been in coach John Anderson's doghouse for quite some time, and Atlanta was looking to unload the veteran forward at the trade deadline. Unfortunately, it found no takers. Kozlov has slumped to eight goals and 25 points in 54 games in 2009-10. He has become a low-end Fantasy option when healthy.
News: Thrashers LW Slava Kozlov missed a fourth straight game on Monday against the Hurricanes with a head injury. Kozlov has missed the last week after getting hit in the face with a puck.
Analysis: Kozlov technically last played on March 16, but he was a healthy scratch for a few games before getting injured. Kozlov has been in coach John Anderson's doghouse for quite some time, and Atlanta was looking to unload the veteran forward at the trade deadline. Unfortunately, it found no takers. Kozlov has slumped to eight goals and 25 points in 54 games in 2009-10. He has become a low-end Fantasy option when healthy.
News: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports that Thrashers LW Slava Kozlov will finally end his healthy-scratch skid on Friday at Washington.
Analysis: Kozlov's days as a contributing NHL player appear be on the wane, so you might want to drop him now and save yourself the headache of having to deal with him the rest of the season. The Russian veteran has just 23 points in 50 games this season.
News: The Atlanta Journal Constitution reports that Thrashers LW Slava Kozlov will be a healthy scratch Tuesday for a fifth straight game. “Slava is having a tough year, certainly not the standards of last year," said coach John Anderson. "He will be back in the lineup, it’s just a matter of when, getting the right game so he has the best advantage to come back and star for us."
Analysis: Kozlov's days as a contributing NHL player appear be on the wane, so you might want to drop him now and save yourself the headache of having to deal with him the rest of the season. The Russian veteran has just 23 points in 50 games this season.
News: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports that Thrashers LW Slava Kozlov has not been told when his four-game healthy scratch streak will come to an end.
Analysis: Kozlov should eventually return to the lineup, but he should be kept out of active Fantasy lineups until that happens and he kick starts his offense. The Russian veteran has just 23 points in 50 games this season.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Thrashers LW Slava Kozlov sat out his third straight game in Thursday's meeting with the Flyers, a coaching decision that impacted the team's power-play unit. Without Kozlov to set up the plays, the Thrashers have been out of sync and rushing their passes.
Analysis: Atlanta has won only once since Kozlov was sent to the press box, but coach John Anderson is committed to sending a message to his team that no one is safe. Kozlov should eventually return to the lineup, but he should be kept out of active Fantasy lineups until he kick starts his offense.
News: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports that Thrashers LW Slava Kozlov will be a healthy scratch for a third straight game Thursday.
Analysis: Kozlov's last goal came on Dec. 19, and he has just four assists in his last 15 games. After a stellar 76-point campaign last season, Kozlov isn't even averaging half a point a game this season. You're better off benching the Russian veteran in all leagues until he's back playing and contributing again.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Atlanta coach John Anderson had a simple message for his entire team going into Saturday's game against the Lightning: If you don't play hard, you will watch from the press box. It doesn't matter who you are -- just ask veteran winger Slava Kozlov. In the end, the message was heard, but the decision backfired on Anderson. With Kozlov out of the lineup for the first time in 251 games, Atlanta was without its best offensive threat following a scoreless overtime period. Five different Atlanta players were unable to find the back of the net in the shootout. Kozlov has scored on 27 of 46 (59 percent) shootout attempts in his career, giving him the most shootout goals in NHL history.
Analysis: After making several lineup changes following Thursday's embarrassing 5-2 loss to the Hurricanes, the Thrashers carried the play for most of the game against Tampa Bay, making the loss even harder for Anderson to accept. One thing is certain, expect the coach to reinsert Kozlov into the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Ducks. Kozlov, who has gone 16 games without a goal, has just eight goals this season. While his offensive production has slipped, Anderson is more upset with Kozlov's inconsistent effort and poor defensive play lately. Hopefully, the veteran gets the message. Still, Kozlov is a bad start in Fantasy until he finds his offensive touch.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Thrashers LW Slava Kozlov picked up two assists in Tuesday's win over the Senators, giving him 13 helpers on the season. As skilled of a passer as Kozlov is, it's just his second two-assist performance of the season. His previous two-assist game came in the team's Oct. 17 win over Montreal.
Analysis: Kozlov had no points in his previous nine games before getting on the board Tuesday. He has had a very disappointing campaign in 2009-10 and it's been a real stretch for Kozlov to put together a solid offensive run. He still has low-end Fantasy appeal.
News: Thrashers LW Slava Kozlov scored in a second straight game Wednesday as Atlanta fell to the Panthers.
Analysis: Kozlov is way behind the offensive pace he set last season when he broke 70 points. Until Kozlov really heats up, he is a low-end Fantasy start.
News: Thrashers LW Slava Kozlov scored a goal during Monday's game against the Rangers. Kozlov staked Atlanta to a 1-0 lead by scoring a power-play goal with 3:19 left in the first period. It was his second point in as many games and first goal in six appearances.
Analysis: Kozlov has 12 points in his last 21 games and has been playing better since November. However, he is still way behind the offensive pace he set last season when he broke 70 points. Until Kozlov really heats up, he is a low-end Fantasy start.
News: Thrashers LW Slava Kozlov scored and assisted in Sunday's OT loss to the Lightning.
Analysis: Kozlov now has five points in his last six games after putting up the same amount of points in his first 15 games this season. Hopefully he'll continue to pick up the pace, but until he does he remains only worth starting in deeper leagues.
News: Thrashers LW Slava Kozlov scored his first goal of the season in Sunday's win over the Oilers.
Analysis: Man, talk about a drought. Kozlov finally got on the board Sunday after 16 games of futility. Maybe he'll relax now and start lighting the lamp on a consistent basis, but until he does, leave him benched in all but deeper Fantasy formats.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Thrashers LW Slava Kozlov remains scoreless in 13 games this season. A line change for Saturday's game against the Islanders didn't help end his scoreless streak. Kozlov was moved to Atlanta's third line with Marty Reasoner and Colby Armstrong and managed just two shots on goal.
Analysis: Kozlov had an awesome bounce-back season in 2008-09 after he had a few surgeries to help correct some health issues. As far as we know, Kozlov is healthy and simply not producing. He has the ability to post some solid numbers, but you should probably keep Kozlov reserved in Fantasy until he gets on track.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Thrashers LW Slava Kozlov might get an unexpected night off soon. The NHL could decide to suspend Kozlov for a dangerous hit-from-behind on Montreal's Scott Gomez in overtime of Tuesday's shootout loss. Gomez recovered from the hit in time to score during the shootout as Montreal snapped a five-game losing streak.
Analysis: Kozlov was hit with 15 penalty minutes Tuesday for his hit, and if he is suspended, it would just add further insult to his already horrid start. Kozlov hasn't looked much like the player that totaled 76 points in 2008-09 and that is frustrating Fantasy owners. He has the talent to turn his season around, so keep Kozlov on your roster if you can.
News: Atlanta LW Slava Kozlov was on the ice for just over 15 minutes in Tuesday's 2-1 shootout loss to Montreal. He was in the penalty box almost as long. Kozlov picked up 15 penalty minutes as he recorded a 10-minute game misconduct and a 5-minute checking from behind penalty all in the overtime period.
Analysis: This was the first time Kozlov spent time in the penalty box this season but he made it count. Kozlov had failed to record a point in his first four games before breaking out with a two-assist game Saturday against the Sabres. Continue to think of Kozlov as a No. 4 or 5 Fantasy option.
News: Atlanta LW Slava Kozlov had two assists on Saturday in a 4-2 win over the Sabres. Kozlov's first assist came on a power play scored by Todd White 7:53 into the third period that proved to be the game-winner. His second assist was 16:43 into the third period on a goal scored by Maxim Afinogenov that put the game out of reach.
Analysis: Kozlov had failed to record a point in the team's first four games before breaking out with a two-assist game Saturday against the Sabres. Continue to think of Kozlov as a No. 4 or 5 Fantasy option.
News: Thrashers LW Slava Kozlov scored a goal, tallied an assist and finished at plus-1 during Sunday's game against the Capitals. Kozlov brought the Thrashers within one with 44 seconds left as he beat Jose Theodore with an unassisted wrist shot. Kozlov has managed at least one point in 13 of 14 games. He has eight goals and 12 assists in that span.
Analysis: Despite the Thrashers being far out of the playoff race, Kozlov has been his more productive in the final weeks of the season. He has 74 points this season and has looked great since having a few offseason surgeries to fix some health issues. Despite a poor plus-minus rating (minus-11), Kozlov is worth a look as a No. 3 or No. 4 Fantasy forward.
News: Thrashers LW Slava Kozlov scored and assisted in Saturday's win over the Lightning. He now has 12 points in 10 March games.
Analysis: Kozlov has been red hot over the last few weeks and is having a nice bounce-back season following a few offseason surgeries. Kozlov is worth using as a No. 4 or No. 5 Fantasy forward.
News: Thrashers LW Slava Kozlov scored a goal, tallied an assist and finished at minus-2 during Friday's game against the Red Wings. Kozlov notched his 21st goal on a power play 10:21 into the third. He has three goals and seven assists during a seven-game point streak.
Analysis: Kozlov has been red hot over the last few weeks with five goals and 16 assists in his last 19 games. The veteran forward has had a nice bounce-back season following a few offseason surgeries. Kozlov is worth using as a No. 4 or No. 5 Fantasy forward.
News:Slava Kozlov and Tobias Enstrom each had a goal and an assist to help the Atlanta Thrashers win a team-record sixth straight game, 5-1 over the Washington Capitals on Monday night. Kozlov made it 2-0 with his 20th goal 15:43 into the first. He has two goals and five assists during a five-game point streak.
Analysis: Kozlov hit 20 goals Monday for the fifth time in six seasons. He also hit 60 points for the first time since 2006-07. Kozlov has been red hot over the last few weeks with three goals and 14 assists in his last 17 games. The veteran forward has had a nice bounce-back season following a few offseason surgeries. Kozlov is worth using as a No. 4 or No. 5 Fantasy forward.
News: Thrashers LW Slava Kozlov tallied a pair of assists and finished at even during Monday's 7-6 shootout win against the Kings. Kozlov has two goals and five assists during a five-game point streak.
Analysis: Kozlov had a pretty quiet January with just eight points after totaling 14 in his previous two months. He is back on track in February with seven points in seven games. Kozlov is a constant top-six forward for Atlanta and has thrived in his first season under John Anderson. He hasn't been much of a scorer since December, so consider Kozlov more of a No. 4 or No. 5 Fantasy forward.
News: Atlanta LW Slava Kozlov scored a goal and was credited with an assist in a 3-2 loss to the Flyers on Sunday. Kozlov scored with 6:56 to go, beating Nittymaki from the right faceoff circle with Lupul was in the penalty box for boarding. He also had an assist on the Thrashers' other goal scored by Ilya Kovalchuk.
Analysis: Kozlov had a pretty good January but got off to a slow start in February. Hopefully this performance turns things around for him and he'll continue to be productive. He is solid in terms of assists and will get you some goals now and again. He is a solid No. 4 Fantasy forward.
News: Thrashers LW Slava Kozlov tallied an assist and finished at minus-1 in 15:21 of ice time Thursday against the Islanders. He has three assists in his last seven games, but hasn't scored in 11 outings.
Analysis: Kozlov has remained productive in January with eight points, but has just one goal and four tallies in his last 27 appearances. Perhaps Kozlov was playing a bit above his head with eight goals in November, but he is still active on the assist-end and worth a look as a No. 4 Fantasy forward.
News: Thrashers LW Slava Kozlov assisted twice in Saturday's 8-4 loss to the Panthers.
Analysis: Kozlov had 14 points in both November and December and he's off to a nice start again in January with five points in five games. As one of the few potent offensive options in Atlanta, he remains a nice Fantasy forward in all formats.
News: Thrashers LW Slava Kozlov scored a power-play goal during Friday's game against the Canucks. Kozlov converted a rebound on the power play to give Atlanta a 3-2 lead with 3:46 into the third period. It was his first goal in seven games.
Analysis: While Kozlov might not have scored a lot recently, he does have a point in eight of his last 10 games (14 points total). Kozlov has had two straight months of 14 points and is off to a nice start in January. He has re-emerged as a top scoring threat under John Anderson and high-end Fantasy option.
News: Thrashers LW Slava Kozlov assisted in Monday's loss to the Maple Leafs and now has a four-game point streak.
Analysis: Kozlov is one of the Thrashers' top offensive weapons. Continue to view the veteran winger as a decent No. 4 Fantasy forward.
News: Thrashers LW Slava Kozlov scored for the third time in his last five games Saturday as Atlanta defeated the Lightning.
Analysis: Kozlov has slowed down offensively the last few weeks after totaling 14 points in November, but he is still one of the Thrashers' top offensive weapons and it might only be a matter of time before he heats up again. Continue to view the veteran winger as a decent No. 4 Fantasy forward.
News: Thrashers LW Slava Kozlov tallied an assist and finished at minus-3 during Thursday's game against the Penguins. He has two goals and two assists in his last six games. Kozlov is also minus-5 in that span.
Analysis: Kozlov has slowed down offensively the last few weeks after totaling 14 points in November. He is still one of the Thrashers' top offensive weapons and it might only be a matter of time before he heats up again. Continue to view the veteran winger as a decent No. 4 Fantasy forward.
News: Thrashers LW Slava Kozlov assisted in Saturday's win over the Islanders. He now has three assists in his last four games, but has only one goal in his last eight games.
Analysis: After a massively disappointing 2007-08 season, Kozlov has bounced back nicely so far this campaign, and could be on track to match his 80 points from two seasons ago. He is a nice low-end starting Fantasy flier in most leagues right now.
News: Atlanta LW Slava Kozlov assited on two of the six goals the Thrashers scored in their 6-3 win over Toronto Tuesday. Kozlov assisted Todd White in the 2nd period and again in the 3rd period. He also notched two minutes in the penalty box for high-sticking against Pavel Kubina.
Analysis: Kozlov came into the game Tuesday with three goals in his last four games and added assists to his repertoire. He's got 11 goals and eight assists for a total of 19 points on the season. Kozlov attributes his recent success to getting healthy in the offseason. It hasn't hurt that first-year coach John Anderson has him heavily involved on offense. It wasn't long ago that Kozlov has 80-point potential and he is flashing that early on in 2008-09. Consider taking a flier on him in Fantasy.
News: Thrashers LW Slava Kozlov scored a goal and finished at minus-1 in 17:54 of ice time Thursday against the Penguins. Kozlov, scoring a goal in his third straight game, gave the Thrashers a 1-0 lead on a power play 4:41 into the first with his 11th of the season.
Analysis: Kozlov has eight goals and four assists in Atlanta's last nine games.It's hard to believe that Kozlov is the Thrashers' top scorer, but he is also among the league's top goal getters. Kozlov attributes his recent success to getting healthy in the offseason. It hasn't hurt that first-year coach John Anderson has him heavily involved on offense. It wasn't long ago that Kozlov has 80-point potential and he is flashing that early on in 2008-09. Consider taking a flier on him in Fantasy.
News: Thrashers LW Slava Kozlov scored a goal for the second straight game during Sunday's 4-3 loss to the Flyers. Kozlov hammered in a rebound at 12:03 of the third period to pull the Thrashers back from a two-goal deficit to a 3-3 tie. He has five goals in his last six games and 10 on the season.
Analysis: It's hard to believe that Kozlov is the Thrashers' top scorer, but he is also among the league's top goal getters. Kozlov attributes his recent success to getting healthy in the offseason. It hasn't hurt that first-year coach John Anderson has him heavily involved on offense. It wasn't long ago that Kozlov has 80-point potential and he is flashing that early on in 2008-09. Consider taking a flier on him in Fantasy.
News: Thrashers LW Slava Kozlov failed to keep his four-game goal streak alive Friday against Buffalo, but he did keep his points streak alive with three assists. Kozlov has a total of nine points in his last five games.
Analysis: Kozlov has been fantastic under his new coach after he had a very disappointing 2007-08 season. Kozlov has 70-point potential and is red-hot at the moment. He is worth starting in any league at the moment.
News:Slava Kozlov was pleased that the Atlanta Thrashers responded to coach John Anderson's fiery talk between the second and third periods. "We was very upset with the way we were working, and if we keep playing like that, we weren't going to win," Kozlov said. "He has a lot of patience, but once in a while, he will get upset like that." Kozlov scored twice, and Tobias Enstrom had the deciding goal with 8:31 remaining to help the Thrashers beat the New York Islanders 4-3 on Thursday night. Kozlov, with five goals and an assist over the last four games, forced a 1-all tie with 4:17 into the first. He added his eighth goal with a backhand shot 29 seconds into the third.
Analysis: Kozlov has scored in five of his last six games and has been fantastic under first year coach Anderson. He had a very disappointing 2007-08 season after totaling 80 points the previous season. Kozlov has 70-point potential, but for now we like him as a No. 4 Fantasy forward.
News: Thrashers LW Slava Kozlov scored for a third straight game Sunday as Atlanta defeated Florida.
Analysis: Kozlov only managed a point in every other game last season, but he's off to a nice start this year with nine points in his first 12 games. Despite his age, Kozlov could remain a top-six forward for most of 2008-09, but until he shows us 70-point potential again, Kozlov remains a low-end Fantasy option.
News: RW Slava Kozlov scored the lone goal for Atlanta in Saturday's 6-1 loss to New Jersey, his second goal in as many games. Kozlov is tied with Bryan Little for the team lead with five goals.
Analysis: Kozlov also has three goals in his last five games to go along with two assists. He continues to backup Ilya Kovalchuk at left wing, but has been pretty productive on the Thrashers' second line. Kozlov could remain a top-six forward for most of 2008-09, but until he shows us 70-point potential again, Kozlov remains a low-end Fantasy option.
News: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports that the Thrashers have made some switches in their lines after losing 7-0 to Philadelphia on Tuesday. The first line will feature Ilya Kovalchuk, Erik Christensen and Jason Williams, while the second line will be Slava Kozlov, Todd White and Bryan Little.
Analysis: Williams gets the biggest boost in Fantasy value, as he had been languishing on the third line. He remains a low-end Fantasy option, but someone worth keeping an eye on. Christensen also gets a boost as he will now play alongside Kovalchuk, who remains a must-start Fantasy forward. Christensen, meanwhile, is still only worth starting in the largest of leagues. White and Little both drop off the top line, which drops their value slightly. Little remains a nice sleeper option in most leagues, while White is only worth owning in bigger formats. Kozlov's value remains the same.
News: Atlanta LW Slava Kozlov scored two points (one goal, one assist) in Saturday's loss to Boston. Kozlov picked up an assist of Mathieu Schneider's power play goal in the 1st period and scored his 3rd goal of the season in the 3rd period. He also picked up two minutes for an unsportsmanlike conduct penalty.
Analysis: Kozlov is coming off a very disappointing 41-point season in 2007-08 and first-year head coach John Anderson is looking to get the veteran winger back on track. He could remain a top-six forward for most of 2008-09, but until he shows us 70-point potential again, Kozlov remains a low-end Fantasy option.
News: Thrashers LW Slava Kozlov scored his second goal in as many nights during Saturday's 3-2 loss to the Panthers. The Thrashers took a 1-0 lead at 9:12 of the first when Kozlov tipped Ilya Kovalchuk's pass across the goal mouth on a delayed penalty.
Analysis: Kozlov is coming off a very disappointing 41-point season in 2007-08 and first-year head coach John Anderson is looking to get the veteran winger back on track. He could remain a top-six forward for most of 2008-09, but until he shows us 70-point potential again, Kozlov remains a low-end Fantasy option.
News: Thrashers LW Slava Kozlov's power-play goal at 9:30 of the second period gave Atlanta a 4-1 lead Friday and chased goalie Joe Theodore in his Washington debut. Kozlov added an assist and finished at even in 17:05 of ice time.
Analysis: Kozlov is coming off a very disappointing 41-point season in 2007-08 and first-year head coach John Anderson is looking to get the veteran winger back on track. He could remain a top-six forward for most of 2008-09, but until he shows us 70-point potential again, Kozlov remains a low-end Fantasy option.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Thrashers LW Slava Kozlov scored a career-low 17 goals last season. If Atlanta has any chance of posting a winning record, they will need Kozlov to contribute more.
Analysis: Kozlov really has no chance of overtaking Ilya Kovalchuk on the top line, but Kozlov is no longer a No. 1 left winger. It's not all bad news as he could play on a line with Jason Williams and Todd White. Kozlov is capable of scoring 20-plus goals, but he remains just a low-end Fantasy forward heading into his 17th NHL season.
News:Slava Kozlov was the only one to beat Olaf Kolzig on Friday for his 16th goal, but the Thrashers lost 4-1 at Washington. Kozlov scored on a slap shot that beat a screended Kolzig on one of just two first period shots.
Analysis: Kozlov scored his first goal in six games. He has been disappointing this season after recording a career-high 80 points last season to only come down and struggle to make 36 points in 2007-08. Kozlov lost a lot of Fantasy value and has been dropped to a low-end Fantasy forward.
News: Thrashers LW Slava Kozlov scored a power-play goal at 1:11 of the third period Sunday against the Penguins. It was his 15th goal of the season and fifth on the man advantage. Sunday was also the first time Kozlov scored since Jan. 20.
Analysis: Kozlov has been one of the most disappointing players in the NHL this season. He tallied a career-high 80 points last season to only come down and struggle to make 30 points in 2007-08. Kozlov lost a lot of Fantasy value and has been dropped to a low-end Fantasy forward.
News: Thrashers LW Slava Kozlov recorded an assist and finished at even in 13:46 of ice time Thursday against the Hurricanes. He now has 18 assists on the season and four in his last six games.
Analysis: Kozlov doesn't have a goal in 12 games and has scored just three times in 2008. He is seeing plenty of time with the likes of Marian Hossa and Ilya Kovalchuk, but he just can't produce this season. His Fantasy value has dropped to a low-end flier.
News: Thrashers LW Slava Kozlov extended his points streak to three games Tuesday when he scored with a minute left in a 5-1 win against Detroit. Kozlov finished at plus-1 and spent two minutes in the penalty box for boarding. He has one goal and two assists during his points streak.
Analysis: Despite the points streak, Kozlov has just five goals and two assists since Dec. 18 and hasn't been a very productive player this season by his standards. The last two seasons he managed 70 or more points, but is on track for less than 50 points this season. He should be treated as a No. 4 Fantasy forward until he starts to heat up.
News: Thrashers LW Slava Kozlov tallied an assist and finished at even during Thursday's game against the Panthers. It was his 12th assist this season, but first in 13 games.
Analysis: Kozlov has just four goals and one assist since Dec. 18 and hasn't been a very productive player this season by his standards. The last two seasons he managed 70 or more points, but is on track for less than 50 points this season. He should be treated as a No. 4 Fantasy forward until he starts to heat up.
News:Slava Kozlov, who gave the Thrashers a 1-0 lead 4:31 into the first period Saturday against the Canadiens, used a wrister to shoot from the boards outside the left circle and sent the puck over Cristobal Huet's left shoulder. He now has two goals in his last three games and four points in his last six.
Analysis: Kozlov is now at 21 points on the season, but is having a down season by his standards. He should only be used as a No. 3 Fantasy forward until he starts to heat up.
News:Slava Kozlov's slap shot from beyond the left circle with about 5 minutes left in the game lifted the Thrashers to a 4-2 win over New York on Friday night, handing the Rangers their third straight loss. Kozlov, who had an assist on the game-tying goal in the second period, shot the puck above the left shoulder of Rangers goalie Steve Valiquette, breaking a 2-2 tie. "They backed off toward their net, so I waited to get a screen in front of the goal," Kozlov said. Kozlov also was in the spotlight with his decisive goal in the shootout of Wednesday night's win over the New York Islanders. "Both are goals," Kozlov said. "Either way, it's two points for us."
Analysis: Head coach Don Waddell applauded Kozlov's pass across the ice in front of the net to set up a goal by Pascal Dupuis for a 2-2 tie at 5:58 of the second period. "Kozlov showed experience and made a great play on the second goal," Waddell said. "He made a smart play there and to score the game-winner was a good play coming up the neutral zone. He waited and used the defenseman as a screen." Kozlov has two goals in his last seven games and that has been it for points. He is having a pretty down season and should only be used as a low-end Fantasy flier until he starts to heat up.
News: RW Slava Kozlov, who was stopped by New Jersey's Martin Brodeur in a shootout attempt a night earlier, beat Rick DiPietro for the game-winning tally against the Islanders.
Analysis: Kozlov has eight career game-deciding shootout goals and is 14-of-21 overall in the shootout. He can be a high-end Fantasy forward, but is merely a No. 3 or No. 4 option at this time.
News: Thrashers LW Slava Kozlov capitalized on New York's poor clearing attempt when he ripped a shot past Islanders backup G Wade Dubielewicz with 13 seconds left in the first period Saturday. It was his seventh goal this season and first since Nov. 9 against the Panthers.
Analysis: Kozlov has just two points in his last eight games and has really been neutralized by the opposition. He is coming off two highly productive seasons, but has just 14 points in 25 games this season. He can be a high-end Fantasy forward, but is merely a No. 3 or No. 4 option at this time.
News: Thrashers LW Slava Kozlov scored a goal during Friday's game against the Panthers and extended his points streak to six games. He has four goals and four assists in that span.
Analysis: Kozlov opened the season with just two goals and one assist in 10 games, but has been much better as of late. Kozlov is a better player than he has shown in the early goings and still remains a high-end Fantasy forward. He can break out at any time and has shown so in the last six games.
News: Thrashers forward Slava Kozlov, who assisted on Todd White's goal Tuesday against Washington, has seven points, including three goals, over his past five games.
Analysis: Kozlov remains a high-end Fantasy forward. His play had disappointed the team's management this season, but he now has points (3 G, 4 A) in each of his past five games.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Thrashers LW Slava Kozlov, who easily could have been benched for his uninspired play through the first 10 games, scored two goals Saturday against the Blackhawks while playing on a line with Bobby Holik and gritty winger Brad Larsen.
Analysis: Kozlov, a 15-year veteran who was signed to a new contract by Atlanta in July, had been bumped off his regular line with Marian Hossa since Don Waddell took over four games ago. And although his name was never mentioned directly by Waddell and former coach Bob Hartley, Kozlov's play had disappointed the team's management. Kozlov is a better player than he has shown in the early goings and still remains a high-end Fantasy forward. He can break out at any time.
News: Slava Kozlov registered his first assist of the season Saturday against New Jersey.
Analysis: Kozlov also has one goal, to give him two points through five games. He started the season dealing with some injuries, so the slow start can be shrugged off for now. But he'll need to produce soon. He has three games in Week 3 (Oct. 15-21) -- at Philadelphia, at home vs. the Rangers, and at Tampa Bay. Continue to start him in all formats.
News: Slava Kozlov (lower body injury) was able to make his preseason debut on Wednesday night at Florida and he picked up two assists with a minus-1 rating and five shots on goal in 19:01 of ice time.
Analysis: Kozlov's production on Wednesday really out the minds of Fantasy owners at ease, especially those who made the veteran a keeper. He will once again be a must-start in all leagues and appears to be a safe play for Fantasy Week 1 (Sept. 29-Oct. 7), even if he rests in Friday's preseason finale against the Panthers in Atlanta.
News: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports Kozlov is battling a lower body injury and that's been the reason for his absence so far during the exhibition schedule. He has yet to play a game so far in the preseason.
Analysis: Coach Bob Hartley seems to be trying to keep the veteran's legs fresh, which might bode well for the veteran during the early part of the season. He may play in one of the final two preseason games against the Panthers, either Wednesday in Florida or Friday in Atlanta. He remains a must-start in all Fantasy leagues and it sounds like he'll be ready for the regular season.
News: The Atlanta Thrashers addressed one of their most pressing offseason concerns Wednesday by re-signing forward Slava Kozlov to a three-year contract. The Thrashers needed to retain the high-scoring Kozlov after losing Keith Tkachuk, who was traded back to the St. Louis Blues when it became apparent he wouldn't sign with Atlanta. "Very rarely are these decisions made on everything else besides money, but I think he left a little money on the table," Thrashers general manager Don Waddell said. "He deserves a lot of credit. I think Kozzie made a good decision based on a lot of things, not just money."
Analysis: Kozlov set a career high with 80 points in 81 games last season, his fourth with Atlanta. Kozlov had 28 goals and 52 assists as the Thrashers won the Southeast Division and made their first playoff appearance. Kozlov will once again be a must-start in all Fantasy leagues heading into 2007-08.
News: Slava Kozlov scored two goals, including the game-winner on the power play with 46.4 seconds remaining in overtime, to help Atlanta end a three-game losing streak with a 3-2 victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs on Thursday night. "Slava orchestrates everything and positions himself in front of the net," coach Bob Hartley said. "He is so poised out there that it's like he has a sixth sense."
Analysis: The Thrashers, who debuted in 1999-2000, have never made the postseason, but coach Bob Hartley, in his fifth season with Atlanta, believes the less-experienced players feed off veterans like Kozlov. He has managed four goals over the past two games and is a must-start right now, as he is taking the team on his back.
News: Thrashers LW Slava Kozlov picked up his 400th career assist on Eric Belanger's second period goal in Thursday's 6-2 win over Montreal. Kozlov, who also netted the Thrashers' third goal in the game, is one away from 300 for his career.
Analysis: Kozlov has three goals, 10 points and a plus-4 rating over the past nine games. He remains a must-start in most Fantasy leagues.
News: Eric Belanger, Ilya Kovalchuk and Slava Kozlov each posted a goal and assist in Thursday's game against the Canadiens. Belanger and Kovalchuk managed a plus-2 rating while Kozlov checked in with a plus-1.
Analysis: Kozlov has three goals, 10 points and a plus-4 rating over the past nine games. He remains a must-start in most Fantasy leagues.
News: Thrahsers LW Slava Kozlov had a goal and an assist in a loss to the Senators Saturday
Analysis: Kozlov is still struggling to score goals on a consistent basis, but luckily he is racking up the assists (41). He remains a high-end Fantasy forward.
News: Slava Kozlov scored two goals while adding two assists and a plus-3 rating on three shots on goals in 22:33 of ice time in Thursday's game at Colorado.
Analysis: Kozlov ended a 14-game goal drought dating back to Jan. 1, when he also scored two goals in a game at Ottawa. He still has 12 points over the past 10 games and remains a must-start in all Fantasy formats.
News: Slava Kozlov has 17 goals and 49 points through 49 games with a plus-5 rating and 24 penalty minutes at the All-Star break.
Analysis: Kozlov is on pace for career-highs in assists (52) and points (80). He has had a lot of fine seasons during his illustrious career, but this might be his best. He remains a must-start in all Fantasy leagues.
News: Ilya Kovalchuk and Slava Kozlov each picked up assists and a plus-1 rating in Friday's game at New Jersey.
Analysis: Kozlov ended a three-game scoreless stretch with the assist. He still has six goals and nine points over the past 10 games despite the recent rough patch and remains a must-start in all Fantasy leagues.
News: Thrashers LW Slava Kozlov, who missed Saturday's game in Washington to end his team-record streak of 142 consecutive games played, returned to the lineup in Montreal on Tuesday. He did not pick up any points against the Canadiens but did finish the game with a minus-1 rating.
Analysis: It appears safe to get Kozlov back into active Fantasy lineups. As per his streak prior to getting injured, Kozlov is a pretty durable player. He is a must-start Fantasy forward when healthy.
News: Thrashers LW Slava Kozlov, Atlanta's second-leading scorer, will be out indefinitely after being hit in the face by Phoenix's Ladislav Nagy in Atlanta's 5-4 loss Friday.
Analysis: Kozlov has been a must-start Fantasy option this season with 17 goals, 28 assists and a plus-6 rating. He is considered an injury-risk start for the upcoming scoring period (Jan. 8-14) and it is best to keep him reserved until the Thrashers come out with a more concrete timetable for his return.
News: Thrashers LW Slava Kozlov sustained an upper body injury in the opening two minutes of Friday's game against the Coyotes and didn't return.
Analysis: Kozlov has been a must-start Fantasy option this season with 17 goals, 28 assists and a plus-6 rating. He is considered day-to-day at this point, but if he doesn't play Saturday against the Capitals, consider him an injury-risk start for the upcoming scoring period (Jan. 8-14).
News: Slava Kozlov scored the decisive goal in the third period to beat Pittsburgh for the second time in a week as the Thrashers ran their winning streak and the Penguins' losing streak to five games with a 4-2 victory Wednesday night. Kozlov got the game-winner, his 15th of the season, about seven minutes into the third period on a wrist shot from along the goal line that got past goalie Marc-Andre Fleury inside the near post. Kozlov, set up on the go-ahead goal by Jon Sim, has two goals and four assists in three games against Pittsburgh this season. "That was a great pass through two sticks," Kozlov said. "I was heading behind the goal line so I had to shoot it but it was a great pass. That was a big goal for us."
Analysis: Kozlov remains a must-start in all Fantasy leagues. He has scored goals in four straight games to go along with a pair of assists.
News: Thrashers LW Slava Kozlov has played in 135 consecutive games with the Thrashers, one shy of Ilya Kovalchuk's team record, set from Nov. 2, 2002 though Feb. 25, 2004.
Analysis: It is music to a Fantasy owners ears knowing that he can rely on a player like Kozlov to always be in the lineup. He has 12 goals and 27 assists this season and remains a must-start Fantasy forward.
News: Kozlov scored two goals and added an assist with a plus-1 rating in 21:38 of ice time in Tuesday's game at Toronto.
Analysis: Kozlov has two goals and eight points with a plus-3 rating over the past four games. He remains a must-start in all Fantasy leagues.
News: Kozlov picked up four assists and a plus-1 rating in 23:44 of ice time in Thursday's game against the Maple Leafs. "I think we sent them a message that we're not going to accept it anymore," said Slava Kozlov, who savored his four assists after playing in eight straight losses to Toronto. "We beat them in our building and next week we get a chance to beat them in their building."
Analysis: Kozlov has managed four goals and 12 points over the past 10 games. He remains a must-start in all Fantasy leagues.
News: LW Slava Kozlov scored three goals on Wednesday as the Thrashers won 5-4 on Wednesday.
Analysis: Kozlov is having a monster season with eight goals and 14 assists through 18 games. He also had a plus-5 rating. He is a must-start Fantasy forward while he is racking up the points.
News: Slava Kozlov scored a goal and added three assists with a plus-1 rating in Monday's game against the Bruins in 18:20 of ice time.
Analysis: Kozlov posted just three points (1 G, 2 A) in the past seven games, but exploded on Monday. His production against the Bruins shows why you should never consider reserving a player of his caliber.
News: Kozlov has two goals with five assists and a plus-5 rating in six games so far this season. He also has managed just two penalty minutes so far this season.
Analysis: Kozlov has been cooking right along and should be added in all Fantasy leagues if for some reason he is available in yours.
News: Slava Kozlov is skating on the team's second scoring line in Atlanta with Marian Hossa and Glen Metropolit. He scored a goal and a pair of assists at Florida on Saturday.
Analysis: Regardless of his linemates, Kozlov remains a must-start in all Fantasy formats. However, we would prefer to see him on a superline with Ilya Kovalchuk and Marian Hossa.
News: Bobby Holik and Slava Kozlov were scoreless in Thursday's regular season opener against the Lightning. Holik did not even get a shot on goal in 14:54 of ice time while Kozlov had just one shot in 21:16 TOI.
Analysis: Holik was disappointing last season and is only worth using as a No. 4 Fantasy center at this point until he shows he is back. Kozlov is a must-start in all leagues. The Thrashers will be back on the ice Saturday against the Panthers.
News: Slava Kozlov has posted three assists with a plus-2 rating with four shots on net in 20:09 of ice time in Wednesday's game at Florida.
Analysis: Kozlov has managed 11 points (4 G, 7 A) with a plus-4 rating over the past eight games. He has re-emerged as a must-start in all Fantasy leagues after a rough patch at the beginning of March.
News: Slava Kozlov scored a goal, added an assist and had a plus-2 rating with two shots on goal in 20:56 of ice time on Monday against the Sabres.
Analysis: Kozlov has no goals and just one assist over the past eight games, so this performance certainly puts his Fantasy owners minds at ease after a rough patch.
News: Kozlov scored a goal and had three shots in 12:54 of ice time in Wednesday's game at Buffalo.
Analysis: Kozlov has just two goals and four assists over the past 11 games, but he remains a must-start in all Fantasy formats.
News: Slava Kozlov was scoreless with a minus-1 rating in 17:10 of ice time at Toronto on Tuesday.
Analysis: Kozlov has just one goal, three assists and a minus-4 rating over the past eight games. Despite his cool stretch, he remains a useful Fantasy option in most leagues.
News: Kozlov scored three goals and added an assist and plus-4 rating in 14:42 of ice time in Monday's game against the Senators.
Analysis: Kozlov entered Monday's game with just one point over his past five games, so the big-time production was nice for Fantasy owners who decided to stick with him this week.
News: Kozlov (shoulder) was activated from injured reserve on Sunday. He was scoreless in 15:20 of ice time.
Analysis: It appears safe to get Kozlov back into the active lineup in all Fantasy leagues.
News: Kozlov (shoulder) was out again on Friday against New Jersey.
Analysis: Kozlov might be able to return on Sunday against the Rangers, but he should be kept reserved until he can officially return to the lineup.
News: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports that Kozlov (shoulder) will practice Tuesday and might play Wednesday against Tampa Bay. "Kozlov is close," said Atlanta general manager Don Waddell.
Analysis: Kozlov should remain reserved until he can return to playing without lingering effects from the injury.
News: General manager Don Waddell told the Atlanta Journal-Constitution that Kozlov (strained shoulder) is expected to be ready for next Wednesday's game against the Lightning.
Analysis: Keep Kozlov reserved in all Fantasy leagues until he is able to officially play.
News: Kozlov (shoulder) missed his first game of the season at Buffalo Monday. He will likely miss the next three games of the team's road trip.
Analysis: Keep Kozlov reserved in all leagues.
News: Slava Kozlov scored two goals in Tuesday's win over the Sabres.
Analysis: Kozlov ended a seven-game goal drought. He had three assists and a minus-2 rating during the span.
News: Kozlov scored a goal and was a plus-2 in Sunday's game against Philadelphia.
Analysis: Kozlov now has 15 points (8 G, 7 A) in 11 games in the month of December.
News: Kozlov had two goals and two assists in Saturday's win over the Penguins.
Analysis: Kozlov has 14 points (7 G, 7 A) in 10 games so far during the month of December.
News: Kozlov might not be returning to Atlanta. According to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, the veteran and the team remain at an impasse in contract negotiations and the team might turn their eyes towards prized free agent Ray Whitney, if he is unable to receive a deal from Vancouver. Kozlov's Fantasy value will certain improve if he signs elsewhere.
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News: Kozlov has completed his three-game suspension. He is eligible to return to the lineup on Thursday at Tampa Bay. He has minimal Fantasy appeal.
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News: Kozlov was suspended for three games by the NHL on Friday. He drew the penalty for hitting an official during Thursday's game against Ottawa. Kozlov will sit out Friday's game against Pittsburgh, Sunday's game against Philadelphia and Tuesday's game against Carolina.
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News: Kozlov told the Atlanta Journal-Constitution that he still doesn't feel totally comfortable on the ice after recovering from a severed Achilles' tendon he suffered last Dec. 29. "I don't think I'm 100 percent yet," he said. "I'm in good condition, but when you step on the ice it is a little bit different. The game is so quick." Kozlov is too risky to recommend drafting in Fantasy leagues this year, but monitor his progress during the season as a possible pickup.
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News: The Atlanta Thrashers a cquired Kozlov from the Buffalo Sabres in an exchange of draft picks. He might skate on the top line with rookies Ilya Kovalchuk and Dany Heatley, which would help him be a decent sleeper Fantasy pick.
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News: The Sabres learned late last week that Kozlov will miss the remainder of the season with a partially-torn Achilles' tendon. Drop him if you were holding onto him awaiting his return.
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News: Kozlov, who is recovering from a severed Achilles' tendon, could have the protective boot encasing his foot and ankle removed in about four weeks. He remains hopeful he could return this season, but it is highly unlikely he'll be able to help any Fantasy teams this year.
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News: According to the Buffalo News, Kozlov has been in Buffalo working toward returning from a left Achilles' tendon that was two-thirds severed by Columbus' Tyler Wright's skate blade in a Dec. 29 game. "Slava won't get the splint taken off until Feb. 9," said Head Coach Lindy Ruff. "Then it's rehab, and if everything goes well he can possibly be ready by after the Olympic break. If everything goes well, we're getting a guy back that was playing very well for us." We don't recommend you add Kozlov to your roster until he looks closer to returning.
Analysis:
News: Kozlov will miss two months with a torn Achilles' tendon. Kozlov sustained a deep cut to his lower left leg Saturday. A preliminary report said two-thirds of Kozlov's tendon was severed and it took approximately 60 stitches to close the wound. Don't expect him to be too productive if he returns this season.
Analysis:
News: Kozlov was acquired by the Buffalo Sabres over the weekend in the Dominik Hasek trade. Kozlov had 20 goals and 38 points in 72 games for Detroit last season, and his Fantasy value will likely remain about the same with Buffalo.
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News: Kozlov missed Sunday's game against Phoenix due to a stiff neck and back he suffered after being shoved into the boards by St. Louis' Sean Hill on Friday. Coach Scotty Bowman said he expected Kozlov to be ready for Wednesday's game in Anaheim, so leave him active for now.
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News: Kozlov credits his recent hot streak (five goals, two assists in eight games) to using teammate Steve Yzerman's sticks. Although that could be the reason, it's also helped that he's been receiving increased ice time and is on Sergei Federov's line. Remember that Kozlov is a very streaky player - this is a good time to ride his hot streak.
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News: Left wing Vyacheslav Kozlov signed a two-year contract with the Detroit Red Wings. Kozlov, 28, was a restricted free agent. He had 18 goals and 18 assists for the Red Wings last season, his ninth in the NHL.
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