News:Bryan McCabe turned down at least one legitimate offer to join an NHL team in the Western Conference in the offseason, and remains in Florida with his family, Sportsnet.ca reports.
Analysis: Columnist Jeff Marek of Sporstnet speculates that Bryan McCabe's career is over since he turned down several overtures to join NHL teams because he doesn't want to be far away from his family.
News: With the season just a short way away, Bryan McCabe, an unrestricted free agent, still remains unsigned.
Analysis: Assuming the 36-year-old still wants to play, we'd be shocked if no one picks him up once a big injury strikes or teams realize that their young blue line talent isn't quite ready. Bryan McCabe's best days are behind him, but he's still capable of putting up 30 points in the right situation.
News:Bryan McCabe remains a free agent and is perhaps the biggest name out there.
Analysis: That Bryan McCabe hasn't caught on with a team yet suggests that even when he signs, he might not get a significant power-play role with his new team, unless he's signed in the wake of a major injury.
News: McCabe scored his seventh goal of the season in Sunday's 3-2 shootout victory over Philadelphia
Analysis: McCabe scored his second goal for New York since being acquired Feb 26. McCabe has six points (2G, 4A) in 16 games for the Rangers.
News: McCabe scored his first goal with the Rangers and added an assist in Tuesday's win over the Islanders.
Analysis: McCabe now has four points in his first eight games with New York. He's getting a ton of time on the power play and he should be active in virtually all leagues.
News: McCabe's power-play presence shows tangible result for the Rangers, according to the Rangers' web site.
Analysis: The Rangers are most effective scoring by tip-ins and down low by the goal on the power play. McCabe's constant hard, low, accurate shots from the point give the forwards noticeably more room to work, as penalty killers were forced to defend it. Players like Brandon Dubinsky, Ryan Callahan, Vaclav Prospal and Marian Gaborik (when he returns) should benefit greatly from this down the stretch.
News: McCabe picked up an assist, his first point as a Ranger, in Tuesday's loss to Buffalo.
Analysis: McCabe is getting a ton of ice time with the man advantage and he was extremely active Tuesday. He should continue to see plenty of playing time and he makes for a very attractive fantasy option down the stretch.
News: McCabe will be paired with Steve Eminger for his debut with the Rangers on Sunday, Andrew Gross of the Bergen Record reports.
Analysis: McCabe, who came over from Florida via trade, is a playmaking defenseman capable of patching up the blue line with Marc Staal (knee) out for the Sunday contest.
News: McCabe has been traded from the Panthers to the Rangers in exchange for Tim Kennedy and a third-round pick, Darren Dreger of TSN reports.
Analysis: A nice snag for the Blueshirts two days ahead of the deadline, as they get the puck-moving defenseman they've been looking for all that season while giving up a guy who wasn't even wanted by the Sabres last offseason in Kennedy, and a non-top draft pick.
Panthers' McCabe Logs More Than 20 Minutes In Return
News: McCabe (jaw) played 20:53 in his return to the lineup Friday.
Analysis: He played 24 shifts and appears to be back to 100 percent after a lengthy absence with the injury. Feel free to activate him if you were waiting to see his name in the box score with the usual share of ice time.
News: McCabe (jaw) will play Friday against Detroit, the Panthers' official site reports.
Analysis: McCabe has missed more than a month since breaking his jaw Jan. 15 against the Devils. He has five goals and 16 assists to go along with his plus-7 rating in 43 games this season and should be safe to return to fantasy lineups.
News: McCabe (jaw) participated in his first full-contact practice Tuesday, the South Florida Sun-Sentinel reports.
Analysis: McCabe will not play Wednesday against the Flyers, but there's a good chance he'll return to the ice against the Red Wings on Friday. Wait for official confirmation before returning him to your lineup.
News: McCabe (jaw) remains on track for a potential return Friday against Detroit, the South Florida Sun-Sentinel reports.
Analysis: He participated in his first full-contact practice Tuesday, so it will be interesting to see how he bounces back from that in the next two days (McCabe isn't playing Wednesday night) before Detroit comes to town.
News: McCabe (jaw) appears to be nearing a return, South Florida Sun-Sentinel reports.
Analysis: McCabe won't play Sunday against the Sharks, but the report speculates that we could see him back as soon as Wednesday's game against Philadelphia.
News: McCabe (jaw) hopes to return within a week or so, the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: That would mark just about four weeks since he suffered the broken jaw, so that return range is certainly plausible.
News: McCabe (jaw) will start skating later in the week, but he is not close to participating in contact drills, the South Florida Sun-Sentinel reports.
Analysis: In other words, while progress is being made here, McCabe's return to game action is not yet imminent.
News: Following Sunday's surgery, McCabe is expected to miss four to six weeks while recovering from a broken jaw, the Associated Press reports.
Analysis: The news keeps getting worse and worse about McCabe's timetable, though we have to give him major "tough guy" props for staying in Saturday's game after being struck by a puck in the jaw. It looks like this will put him out long enough that you'll only get about six weeks of play out of him the rest of the season, and that's if his return goes according to plan.
News: McCabe (jaw) will miss at least two weeks, South Florida Sun-Sentinel writer Harvey Fialkov reports.
Analysis: It's not clear whether that prognosis is meant to imply that a return might be sometime not long after the two-week mark. It's more helpful than the 'out indefinitely' label the team provided previously, at least.
News: McCabe suffered a broken jaw in Saturday night's overtime victory over the Devils and is out indefinitely, the team's official site reports.
Analysis: McCabe provides a nice offensive threat from the blue line with 21 points (5G, 16A) on the season. Keaton Ellerby has been called up to replace him, but likely won't bring the same offensive prowess as McCabe.
News: McCabe suffered a facial injury in Saturday's OT win over the Devils.
Analysis: He deflected a shot right up his own stick and into his face in the first period of the game and immediately left for the dressing room. But the tough guy returned to the game sporting a modified facial mask that protected his jaw and he soldiered on. Shots of him on the bench showed that he wasn't moving his mouth much so we have to wonder if there isn't a break there.
News: McCabe, believed to be working through a finger injury, was able to skate 21:19 in Saturday's loss to the Capitals.
Analysis: He didn't register a point, but the Panthers' top-scoring blueliner -- 19 points in 40 games -- looks good to use in your lineups this week, where the Cats have three games.
News: McCabe is believed to have a finger injury, although that has not been confirmed by the team, the South Florida Sun-Sentinel reports.
Analysis: Fellow defenseman Keaton Ellerby has rejoined the team from the AHL, which lends support to the notion that McCabe is injured. Consider McCabe questionable for Saturday night's game at Washington.
News: McCabe saw his five-game point streak end Monday in the shootout loss to Boston.
Analysis: McCabe is one of the Panthers' leading scorers and will continue to see power-play time. Despite McCabe's track record, he's not a bad play considering he's one of the Panthers' leading producers.
News: McCabe grabbed one of Florida's two goals Wednesday, extending his point streak to four games.
Analysis: McCabe's been one of the few bright spots offensively for Florida with a healthy 18 points and a minus-8 rating on a team which struggles to score. Be aware of how Florida plays, but also remember McCabe is one of the team's top scorers.
News: McCabe had two assists in Monday's win over the host Flyers.
Analysis: McCabe is on a three-game point streak where he has two goals and Monday's assists. He looks good for around 40 points - pretty much the same as last year's numbers: eight goals and 35 assists.
News: McCabe put the Panthers ahead 2-0 early in the first period Wednesday night, but the Cats would go on to lose 4-3 to the Hurricanes.
Analysis: The goal was McCabe's first since November 22 and his third on the season. McCabe is not going to win you your fantasy league, but he's a solid blueliner for the Panthers with 14 points (3G, 11A) and a plus-5 rating.
News: McCabe has seven assists in his last eight games, the team's official site reports.
Analysis: McCabe is on pace to set a career-high in assists this season after totaling 49 in 2005-06. He enters Friday night's game with a plus-5 rating and continues to provide the Panthers with solid blue line play.
News: McCabe netted his first goal of the season Thursday night in Ottawa.
Analysis: McCabe's man advantage goal got the Panthers off to a quick start. It was just the third time in 27 opportunities that the power-play unit was able to put the puck past the netminder. McCabe has seven points through eight games and remains one of the Panthers' top blue line options.
News: McCabe had a dominant performance Saturday night against Tampa Bay. He set up four goals and finished at plus-4.
Analysis: He remains a solid, second-tier fantasy defender but his points will likely come in spurts, making him a challenging play in head-to-head formats.
News: Panthers D Bryan McCabe picked up a hat trick of assists in Saturday's win over the Hurricanes. McCabe now has nine points in his last four games.
Analysis: It looks like McCabe is taking the initiative to try and lead the Panthers to their first playoff berth in what seems like forever, but the team has a lot of work to do yet. Get McCabe back active in all Fantasy formats.
News: Panthers D Bryan McCabe scored an empty-net goal and tallied three assists in Wednesday's 7-4 win over the Flyers. He now has seven points in his last five games.
Analysis: While McCabe hasn't been the offensive force in Florida that he was towards the end of his spell in Toronto, the Panthers blue liner is still worth using in most formats with his 31 points. Hopefully he's in line for a big March.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Panthers D Bryan McCabe picked up a few points in Florida's final games before the Olympic break, as the captain got two assists in three games.
Analysis: McCabe had only one point in his previous 15 games before getting on a roll prior to the break. Unfortunately, he still hasn't scored since lighting the lamp twice on Jan. 5. McCabe and the Panthers haven't done a lot offensively in the last month, so it's not surprising to see McCabe's poor numbers. It just stinks that Fantasy owners have to bench him during the tough times because McCabe has high-end potential.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Panthers D Bryan McCabe has one point in his last 12 games. He has no points in nine straight games after failing to stat on Sunday against the Islanders.
Analysis: McCabe had his worst month of the season in January. He produced a season-low four points in 14 games. It's not like McCabe did anything different. He just ran into a bit of hard luck. It didn't help Florida struggled as a team offensively. McCabe hasn't been as good of an offensive player since landing in Florida last season. It usually pans out for him in the end, but no one would blame you for benching McCabe until he gets on track.
News: Former Maple Leafs defenseman Bryan McCabe scored both goals for Florida during a 3-2 loss to Toronto on Tuesday. McCabe was booed whenever he touched the puck, as he has been since being traded to Florida in September 2008. He beat the Leafs with an overtime goal last season, and then staked the Panthers to a 2-0 lead Tuesday. McCabe sent a slap shot past Jonas Gustavsson at 5:32 and then beat him again with a low wrist shot on a power play just under 3 minutes later.
Analysis: McCabe has seven goals in 43 games and is on pace for a second straight season of double-digit scores. He is also on track for his first 40-point campaign since 2006-07, when he was with Toronto. McCabe is a nice No. 2 or No. 3 Fantasy defenseman.
News: Panthers D Bryan McCabe scored a goal and finished at plus-2 on Friday against the Hurricanes. The Panthers went up 2-1 on McCabe's goal at 9:25 of the second period. He has two goals and two assists during a four-game point streak.
Analysis: McCabe is still a solid offensive blueliner, but his passing skills haven't been as good since he left Toronto before the 2008-09 season. He is starting to come around a bit in Florida, but we aren't sure if he can get back to being a 50-point threat. He is going to need a long run to show us otherwise. Still, McCabe is a nice No. 2 or No. 3 Fantasy defenseman.
News: Florida D Bryan McCabe has only one point in his past six games, with his futility continuing on Monday at Atlanta in a 4-3 loss. He has a minus-4 rating during that skid as well.
Analysis: McCabe is one of the better offensive blueliners and has the potential to score 15-20 goals this season. However, he is only one pace to score nine goals and get 28 assists. He is still a top-notch Fantasy defenseman, but owners would certainly like to see more out of him.
News: Panthers D Bryan McCabe scored his first goal of the season Wednesday in a loss to the Senators.
Analysis: McCabe has been a 15-20 goal scorer in the past, but he's off to a bit of a slow start in 2009-10, along with the rest of the Florida team. He's worth starting in most leagues still, but owners in smaller formats can probably continue to bench him until he starts to get his offensive game going.
News:Bryan McCabe and Rostislav Olesz each had a goal and an assist to lead the Panthers to a 4-2 win over Pittsburgh, the Penguins' second regulation loss in 18 games. Florida went up 2-1 when McCabe scored with 20 seconds left in the first period. McCabe's slap shot went off Pittsburgh defenseman Kristopher Letang for his 14th goal of the season. It was his second 1-and-1 game in three appearances.
Analysis: McCabe has been a little slow to recover from a facial injury that sidelined him three games. He is finally starting to get his feel back and is streaking heading into the final week of the season. Injuries have really messed up McCabe's first season in Florida. He does have 37 points in 66 games, but has lacked the offensive explosion from his days with the Maple Leafs. Consider McCabe more of a No. 3 Fantasy defenseman.
News:Richard Zednik and Bryan McCabe scored power-play goals late in the second period and lifted the Florida Panthers to a 5-2 win over the Ottawa Senators on Tuesday night. McCabe's slap shot from the high slot went off Ottawa defenseman Anton Volchenkov and trickled into the net to make it 3-1 at 18:24 of the second. The goal came seconds after Senators captain Daniel Alfredsson's shot went off the post. McCabe also added an assist, but finished at minus-2.
Analysis: McCabe had his first points in eight games since returning from a facial injury. Injuries have really messed up McCabe's first season in Florida. He does have 35 points in 64 games, but has lacked the offensive explosion from his days with the Maple Leafs. Consider McCabe more of a No. 3 Fantasy defenseman.
News: Panthers D Bryan McCabe, who had missed three straight games with a fractured orbital bone, returned to the lineup Tuesday against the Capitals. He failed to record a point in 23:46 of ice time and finished at minus-2.
Analysis: McCabe is wearing a full face shield because of the injury and it's the first time since his junior hockey days. McCabe was starting to heat up before his injury with two goals and six assists in his previous six games. It hasn't been an ideal season for McCabe in his first year with Florida, but he still has high-end Fantasy potential when healthy.
News:The Miami Herald reports injured Panthers D Bryan McCabe, who has missed the last three games with a broken nose and fractured orbital bone, is expected to play Tuesday against the Capitals. McCabe skated with the team Monday for the first time since March 6 when he was hit in the face by a puck. He wore a full face shield and will wear one Tuesday for the first time since his junior hockey days. "It'll be a little awkward, but better than not playing," McCabe said. "Your peripheral (vision(, you can't see as much."
Analysis: McCabe needs to adjust to his new equipment fast since Fantasy owners desperately need his offensive for the stretch run. McCabe was starting to heat up before his injury with two goals and six assists in his last six games. It hasn't been an ideal season for McCabe in his first year with Florida, but he still has high-end Fantasy potential when healthy. McCabe is a low-risk start Week 24 (March 16-22). McCabe has three home games against Washington, Toronto and Columbus. While he has just five goals and five assists in 27 home games this season, McCabe also has two goals and three assists in four games against the Capitals and one goal and one assist in three games against Toronto.
News: Florida D Bryan McCabe was unable to return to the Panthers lineup on Saturday, which was the earliest that he was projected to return from surgery he underwent to repair a broken orbital bone in his right eye. He is questionable for play in Tuesday's game against the Capitals.
Analysis: McCabe was definitely out three games when he initially underwent the surgery, but there has not yet been word on how much longer he will be out. If he is going to miss more time, he'll be an injury risk for the upcoming scoring period. McCabe left the ice bleeding after a David Backes wrist shot hit him in the face in the first period a week ago against the Blues, but he returned after a few minutes. McCabe is a high-end Fantasy defenseman but an injury risk for the upcoming scoring period.
News:The Miami Herald reports Panthers D Bryan McCabe missed Tuesday's game against the Penguins because of a broken orbital bone. McCabe underwent surgery to repair a fractured orbital bone in right eye and has already been scratched for Thursday's game against the Sabres.
Analysis: McCabe left the ice bleeding after a David Backes wrist shot hit him in the face in the first period Saturday against the Blues, but he returned after a few minutes. He tallied an assist in 23:41 of ice time and finished at even. Well, after the swelling went down, it appears McCabe wasn't 100 percent. It's a real shame since he has two goals and six assists in his last eight games. McCabe's first season really hasn't mirrored some of his outstanding years with the Maple Leafs, but he has managed 33 points in 56 games. McCabe still is worth a look as a high-end Fantasy defenseman when healthy.
News: Panthers D Bryan McCabe left the ice bleeding after a David Backes wrist shot hit him in the face in the first period Saturday against the Blues, but he returned after a few minutes. He tallied an assist in 23:41 of ice time and finished at even.
Analysis: McCabe has been great to open March with one goal and five assists in four games. In fact, he has two goals and six assists in his last six games. McCabe's first season really hasn't mirrored some of his outstanding years with the Maple Leafs, but he has managed 33 points in 56 games. McCabe still is worth a look as a high-end Fantasy defenseman.
News: Florida D Bryan McCabe scored a goal and was credited with three assists in a 6-2 win over the Capitals on Sunday. He was named the second star of the game for his performance.
Analysis: McCabe went past the 30-point mark on the season Sunday with the four-point performance. He now has 31 points with 12 goals and 19 assists. McCabe has been decent this season with the Panthers, but is nowhere near the 40-assist campaign he had last season. McCabe is a No. 2 or 3 Fantasy defenseman at this point who may be heating up for the Panthers' stretch run
News: Panthers D Bryan McCabe tallied an assist, finished at plus-1 and racked up two minor penalties Tuesday against the Devils. The assist, his 15th of the season, was his first point in six games.
Analysis: McCabe hasn't been much of an offensive weapon over the last few weeks with just three goals and three assists in 17 games. He is still having a fine first season with the Panthers, but for a guy that had 40-assist potential just a few seasons ago, McCabe isn't living up to the billing in 2008-09. McCabe remains more of a No. 2 or No. 3 Fantasy defenseman until he can get back on track.
News: Florida D Bryan McCabe assisted on two Panthers goals in a 3-2 win over the Islanders. On his first assist, McCabe fed Karlis Skrastins who beat MacDonald low to the stick side in the first period. McCabe also had an assist on the game-winning goal which was mostly a great individual effort by Richard Zednik.
Analysis: McCabe has looked pretty good in his first season with the Panthers and his Fantasy appeal hasn't taken a hit because of it. He was bothered by a back injury earlier this season but seems to be playing well and in good health. He remain a No. 1 Fantasy defenseman.
News: Panthers D Bryan McCabe scored in overtime as Florida edged the Maple Leafs 4-3 on Tuesday night. McCabe, who was getting booed all night, raced up the left wing and his slap shot trickled over the goal line for his 10th of the season.
Analysis: McCabe's first season with Florida has gone pretty smoothly outside of the fact he missed time earlier this year with a back injury. He has been healthy the last few months and producing. McCabe remains a high-end Fantasy defenseman.
News: Panthers D Bryan McCabe scored his ninth goal of the season in Tuesday's win over the Flyers.
Analysis: McCabe's first season with Florida has gone pretty smoothly outside of the fact he missed time earlier this year with a back injury. He has been healthy the last few months and producing. McCabe remains a high-end Fantasy defenseman.
News: Panthers D Bryan McCabe scored a power-play goal during Friday's 3-2 shootout loss to the Flyers. McCabe cut the lead in half at 14:47 of the second period with a wrist shot from the point. McCabe's low shot went through defenseman Andrew Alberts and through the legs of Antero Niittymaki. He has two goals and three assists in his last six games.
Analysis: McCabe breached 20 points Friday and has reached that mark in 33 games with the Panthers. His first season with Florida has gone pretty smoothly outside of the face he missed time earlier this year with a back injury. He has been healthy the last few months and producing. McCabe remains a high-end Fantasy defenseman.
News: Panthers D Bryan McCabe scored and assisted in Saturday's 6-1 rout of the Penguins. It was his first multi-point game since Nov. 21.
Analysis: McCabe had just five points in December, but he managed to stay healthy and is clearly the most gifted offensively-talented blue-liner in Florida. Continue to start him in the majority of formats.
News: Panthers D Bryan McCabe tallied a power-play assists during Thursday's 2-0 win against the Oilers. He has just one goal and two assists in his last nine games.
Analysis: McCabe has stalled a bit offensively after going on a tear in early November following his recovery from a back injury. He has still been very good in his first season with the Panthers and remains one of their top offensive blue liners. Continue to view McCabe as a high-end Fantasy defenseman.
News: Florida D Bryan McCabe had his six-game point streak snapped Monday against the Hurricanes. He had eight points during the streak.
Analysis: Considering the fact that McCabe has played in just 10 games and has a point in seven of them, it's a pretty good idea to keep him active in any format at the moment.
News: Panthers D Bryan McCabe had a pair of assists in Friday's game against Boston. He has had at least one point in six straight games.
Analysis: Considering the fact that McCabe has played in just nine games and has a point in seven of them, it's a pretty good idea to keep him active in any format at the moment.
News: Florida D Bryan McCabe scored twice in Tuesday's 4-3 shootout win over the Lightning. McCabe scored his second goal of the season in the 1st period to put the Panthers up 1-0 and added his third of the year on a power play in the 2nd.
Analysis: McCabe now has a total of six points on the season and five in his last four games for the Panthers. McCabe scored 68 points three seasons ago in Toronto, which is a monster number for a defenseman. He's unlikely to get anywhere near that total this season with offensively-challenged Florida, but he's still worth starting in most Fantasy formats.
News: Panthers D Bryan McCabe scored his first goal of the season Wednesday in a win over the Lightning. McCabe, who missed 10 games earlier this season because of a back injury, opened the scoring at 16:32 of the first period with his first goal in a Florida uniform. After Gregory Campbell's centering pass was deflected toward the blue line, McCabe one-timed a slap shot over Mike Smith's left shoulder. "We're just building on what we got going on in Anaheim the other day," McCabe said. "We're got a long way to go before we get to .500 here. But we keep playing like this, we're going in the right direction, for sure."
Analysis: McCabe scored 68 points three seasons ago in Toronto, which is a monster number for a defenseman. He's unlikely to get anywhere near that total this season with offensively-challenged Florida, but he's still worth starting in most Fantasy formats.
News: Panthers D Bryan McCabe came off injured reserve Thursday to play against the Kings. McCabe missed the previous 10 games because of a lower back strain. He was injured during a season-opening loss at Carolina. McCabe didn't have a point in 22:07 of ice time, but finished at even, took one shot on net and spent two minutes in the penalty box.
Analysis: It's great to see McCabe back on the ice and finally make it through an entire game in 2008-09. It appears he is over the back injury and Fantasy owners should scoop him up across all formats (owned 70 percent of leagues). McCabe has always been a Fantasy friendly player because of solid offensive skills.
News: The South Florida SunSentinel reports that Panthers D Bryan McCabe (back) plans to start full contact Tuesday and could return to action Thursday.
Analysis: When healthy, McCabe is one of the best offensive defenseman in the NHL and is a high-end Fantasy option. It looks like he will be a go for Fantasy Week 6 (Nov. 10-16), so prepare accordingly.
News: The Miami Herald reports that Panthers D Bryan McCabe practiced Thursday for the first time since hurting his back on Oct. 10. He is expected to be out for another 7-10 days.
Analysis: McCabe might be back late in Fantasy Week 5 (Nov. 3-9), but you're probably better off benching him until the following period. When healthy, McCabe is one of the best offensive defenseman in the NHL and is a high-end Fantasy option.
News: The South Florida SunSentinel reports that Panthers D Bryan McCabe's strained back is getting better. He has been skating on his own and says although his back still feels stiff and sore, he hopes to start practicing with the team soon.
Analysis: McCabe was injured in his first game with the Panthers and hasn't been back on the ice yet. You will probably want to keep him reserved through Fantasy Week 5 (Nov. 3-9) as it doesn't look like he'll be back until at least late in that period. When healthy, McCabe is one of the best offensive defenseman in the NHL and is a high-end Fantasy option.
News: The Panthers played the Sharks Friday and were still without defenseman Bryan McCabe, who has been out since the season opener Oct. 10 because of a back injury. Panthers general manager Jacques Martin said McCabe is making progress and the team is hoping he can begin practicing next week. "He's doing well, making progress," Martin said. "He's able to do work off the ice. We're hoping he'll be on the ice early next week to be re-evaluated. He's progressing, doing better, so hopefully we'll see how he is early in the week and see if he can get back to practice. When he gets back to practice, I would assume he goes back to practice with no contact at first and then progress to contact."
Analysis: McCabe was injured in his first game with the Panthers and hasn't been back on the ice yet. He could return late Fantasy Week 4 (Oct. 27-Nov. 2), but Fantasy owners still want to keep him reserved. When healthy, McCabe is one of the best offensive defenseman in the NHL and is a high-end Fantasy option.
News: The South Floria SunSentinel reports that Panthers D Bryan McCabe (strained back) is still a couple of weeks away from returning.
Analysis: McCabe avoided a serious back injury and is only expected to miss a few weeks. He should probably be kept reserved through Fantasy Week 4 (Oct. 27-Nov.2). When healthy, McCabe is a high-end Fantasy defenseman.
News: Panthers D Karlis Skrastins made his season debut Thursday against the Wild and played in his 600th NHL game after missing Florida's first two games because of a neck injury. To make room on the roster for Skrastins, the Panthers put D Bryan McCabe on the injured list. He has been out since sustaining a back injury in Florida's opener at Carolina on Oct. 10.
Analysis: McCabe avoided a serious back injury and is only expected to miss a few weeks. He should be kept reserved through Fantasy Week 3 (Oct. 20-26). When healthy, McCabe is a high-end Fantasy defenseman.
News: Florida Panthers D Bryan McCabe is expected to miss two weeks because of a back injury sustained in Friday night's season opener at Carolina. McCabe had an MRI on Saturday, and it revealed a contusion and lower back strain. "There's no fracture," Florida general manager Jacques Martin said. "So that's good news for us. He's probably going to need probably a couple of weeks, but that's encouraging." McCabe was injured in the second period of Florida's 6-4 loss at Carolina when he collided with Hurricanes D Dennis Seidenberg along the boards.
Analysis: Obviously, since the Panthers were thinking McCabe may have broken his back, this is good news in a way. Unfortunately, McCabe will still miss the next two weeks of action. McCabe was having a pretty decent Florida debut up until getting injured in the second period. When healthy, he is a must-start Fantasy option as one of the top offensive defenseman in the NHL.
News: TSN reports that Panthers D Bryan McCabe may have sustained a broken back in Florida's season opener against the Hurricanes. X-rays showed at least one fractured vertebrae, and McCabe will have an MRI on Saturday to reveal more about his injury.
Analysis: What a blow this would be for the Panthers, as they brought McCabe in to be a veteran presence on the ice and reports were he was feeling refreshed and rejuvenated in his new environment. You have to expect McCabe to be out for a pretty significant period of time with this injury, and we should hear more specific news before the lineup deadline for Fantasy Week 2 (Oct. 20-26). Be sure to reserve him right now, as he definitely not going to return any time soon.
News: D Bryan McCabe, who was making his Panthers debut, left midway through the second period of Friday's game against the Hurricanes with an apparent left leg injury. He twisted as he collided with Dennis Seidenberg into the boards and went down immediately. He had to be helped off the ice and put no weight on his leg. McCabe had an assist in 10:49 of ice time.
Analysis: McCabe was having a pretty decent Florida debut up until getting injured in the second period. It looked as though he was in a lot of pain, but Florida is so far treating this as a day-to-day issue. If he doesn't play Saturday against the Thrashers, then McCabe is an injury-risk start for Fantasy Week 2 (Oct. 13-19). When healthy, he is a must-start Fantasy option as one of the top offensive defenseman in the NHL.
News:The Sports Xchange reports D Bryan McCabe suffered through an awful season in Toronto in 2007-08, but seems to be refreshed and rejuvenated in his new environment. The Panthers expect to use McCabe a lot on their new-look power play and hope he can return to form and become a 50-plus point producer.
Analysis: McCabe is expected to help lead alongside Jay Bouwmeester a reworked defensive unit. McCabe's best offensive seasons came with Toronto and it will be interesting to see how he adjusts to life in South Florida. He is still a No. 1 Fantasy defenseman heading into the 2008-09 season.
News:Bryan McCabe already has a new home in South Florida, where his 3-year-old daughter started pre-kindergarten classes in a new school Tuesday and he spent part of the day unpacking moving boxes. The only thing he didn't have was a new team -- that is, until the Florida Panthers and Toronto Maple Leafs finally completed a long-expected deal. The Maple Leafs traded the veteran defenseman and a fourth-round draft pick to the Panthers on Tuesday for defenseman Mike Van Ryn, ridding Toronto of its biggest contractual obligation. "It gives us some more offense from our back end," Panthers general manager Jacques Martin said. "Bryan brings experience. When you look back at his time in Toronto, his ability to play on the power play, his shot, and in the dressing room he brings some leadership skill to help a lot of our younger defensemen."
Analysis: McCabe waived his no-trade clause to allow the deal to go through. McCabe's willingness to be traded was a change in philosophy as it was earlier stated that the Maple Leafs would have to buy out his contract to get rid of him. The 33-year-old McCabe had been one of the longest-serving Maple Leafs after being acquired from the Chicago Blackhawks on Oct. 2, 2000. He developed in Toronto after bouncing from the New York Islanders to the Vancouver Canucks to the Blackhawks. He recently became a scapegoat for fans who thought his performance dipped after he signed a five-year, $28.75-million contract in 2005-06. The move to Florida is a lateral one for McCabe. Both Toronto and Florida are fringe playoff teams. But Florida now has a dynamite top blue line with McCabe and Jay Bouwmeester. McCabe's best offensive seasons came with Toronto and it will be interesting to see how he adjusts to life in South Florida. He is still a No. 1 Fantasy defenseman heading into the 2008-09 season.
News: Sportsnet.ca and TSN.ca are reporting that the Toronto Maple Leafs have agreed in principle to trade defenseman Bryan McCabe to the Florida Panthers. Sources report that the Leafs would get defenseman Mike Van Ryn as part of the deal. The delay in the trade being official reportedly has to do with Toronto's willingness to pay the $2 million bonus McCabe is due on Sept. 1. The transaction will be accepted by the NHL as soon as the bonus is paid.
Analysis: The Maple Leafs have been itching to deal McCabe all offseason, but the 33-year-old defenseman wasn't willing to waive his no trade clause until GM Cliff Fletcher convinced him. Toronto has been disappointed with McCabe's production since he signed a five-year extension in 2006. McCabe totaled 23 points (five goals) in 54 games last season. He missed a good chunk of the season with a hand injury. The move to Florida is a lateral one for McCabe. Both Toronto and Florida are fringe playoff teams. But, if the trade becomes final, Florida will have a dynamite top blue line with McCabe and Jay Bouwmeester. McCabe's best offensive seasons came with Toronto and it will be interesting to see how he adjusts to life in South Florida. He is still a No. 1 Fantasy defenseman heading into the 2008-09 season.
News:Bryan McCabe made his return to the ice against the same team he injured his hand on Dec. 15, the Montreal Canadiens. McCabe played 23 minutes and had one shot on goal in Toronto's 4-2 win over Montreal.
Analysis: The Maple Leafs, as well as Fantasy owners, have been hurting since McCabe was injured on a questionable check against the Canadiens on Dec. 15. It looks like there is a good chance his first full week back will be Fantasy Week 20 (Feb. 11-17), so now is the time for Fantasy owners to start scooping him off waivers or find room in their lineup for him. He is a must-start Fantasy option when healthy.
News: TSN reports that Brian McCabe could return to action tonight against the Montreal Canadiens.
Analysis: The Maple Leafs, as well as Fantasy owners, have been hurting since McCabe was injured on a questionable check against the Canadiens on Dec. 15. It looks like there is a good chance his first full week back will be Fantasy Week 20 (Feb. 11-17), so now is the time for Fantasy owners to start scooping him off waivers or find room in their lineup for him. He is a must-start Fantasy option when healthy.
News: Maple Leafs D Bryan McCabe took part in his first practice on Monday, and could be back in action later this week, according to TSN.
Analysis: The Maple Leafs, as well as Fantasy owners, have been hurting since McCabe was injured on a questionable check against the Canadiens on Dec. 15. It looks like there is a good chance his first full week back will be Fantasy Week 20 (Feb. 11-17), so now is the time for Fantasy owners to start scooping him off waivers or find room in their lineup for him. He is a must-start Fantasy option when healthy.
News: NHL.com reports injured Maple Leafs D Bryan McCabe (hand) is skating, but head coach Paul Maurice expects him back "as soon as he can handle the stick, take some shots, get through practice and feel good." Maurice suggests that he might return in two weeks.
Analysis: The Maple Leafs, as well as Fantasy owners, have been hurting since McCabe was injured on a questionable check against the Canadiens Dec. 15. It's good to hear that McCabe is skating and nearing a return. Continue to keep him reserved in Fantasy leagues, but now is the time for Fantasy owners to start scooping him off waivers. He is a must-start Fantasy option when healthy.
News: Maple Leafs D Bryan McCabe missed his 17th game since breaking his left hand on Dec. 15. The Leafs have earned 14 of a possible 34 points in his absence. McCabe has been skating, but he remains about two to three weeks away from returning to the lineup.
Analysis: McCabe had four goals and eight assists in 27 games. His absence was pretty big not only for the Maple Leafs, but also for Fantasy owners who needed to find replacements for one of their top defenseman.
News: Maple Leafs defenseman Bryan McCabe skated for the first time Saturday morning since sustaining a broken hand Dec. 15 at Montreal. He remains about two to three weeks away from returning to the lineup.
Analysis: McCabe had four goals and eight assists in 27 games. His absence was pretty big not only for the Maple Leafs, but also for Fantasy owners who needed to find replacements for one of their top defenseman.
News: Toronto D Bryan McCabe, who broke his left hand Dec. 15, is to resume skating by the end of the week.
Analysis: McCabe had four goals and eight assists in 27 games. His absence was pretty big not only for the Maple Leafs, but also for Fantasy owners who neede dto find replacements for one of their top defenseman.
News: Maple Leafs defenseman had hand surgery Monday and will be out six to eight weeks. He broke three bones in his left hand during Saturday's loss at Montreal.
Analysis: McCabe had four goals and eight assists in 27 games. This loss is not only huge for Toronto, but now Fantasy owners will need to look for a replacement for one of their top defenseman.
News: Maple Leafs defenseman Bryan McCabe broke his left hand Saturday when he was checked into the boards by Andrei Kostitsyn in the Canadiens zone on the play that led to Alexei Kovalev's goal at 8:32 of the third period that gave Montreal a 4-0 lead. Toronto coach Paul Maurice was livid about Kostitsyn's role in the play. He said McCabe's hand was broken in three places, and the best-case scenario for the defenseman's return was six-to-eight weeks. "It's not a natural thing," Maurice said. "It's not like getting hit into the boards where you can recover, but when you get hog-tied around the throat and you go back into the boards ... that's just brutal." Pavel Kubina is expected to take McCabe's spot on the top defensive and power-play pairing with Tomas Kaberle.
Analysis: McCabe, who had played 21:20 when he got hurt, had averaged 26:33 through Toronto's 32 previous games. He had four goals and eight assists in 27 games. This loss is not only huge for Toronto, but now Fantasy owners will need to look for a replacement for one of their top defenseman. Not good news at all.
News: Maple Leafs defenseman Bryan McCabe appeared to injure his left hand Saturday against the Canadiens. He hurt his hand when was checked into the boards by Andrei Kostitsyn in the Canadiens' zone on the play that led to Alexei Kovalev's goal at 8:32 of the third period. McCabe went to the dressing room and did not return. He failed to record a point in 21:20 of ice time and finished at minus-1.
Analysis: McCabe doesn't have a point in his last six games and just two points -- both assists -- in his last 11 games. He has been ice cold since late November and Fantasy owners are getting frustrated. He is usually a must-start Fantasy option, but has to be considered an injury-risk start heading into Fantasy Week 12 (Dec. 17-23).
News: Maple Leafs D Bryan McCabe posted two assists during Saturday's 3-0 win over the Senators. McCabe now has at least one assist in each of his last three games and four total.
Analysis: McCabe has been extremely motivated since missing a few weeks with a groin injury. He has one goal to go along with the four assists in five game since returning to the lineup Nov. 9. He remains one of the top scoring defensemen in the NHL and is a must-start Fantasy option.
News: Maple Leafs D Bryan McCabe (groin) was able to play Friday against the Sabres. He scored a goal and finished with a plus-2 rating in 21:57 of ice time. McCabe has two goals in his last four games.
Analysis: McCabe hadn't played since Oct. 23 and it is good to see him right in the mix as soon as he returns. McCabe has really only been plagued by minor injuries throughout his career and it appears as though he is over his latest injury problem. It appears safe for Fantasy owners to activate McCabe. He is a must-start Fantasy option.
News: Still to be heard from for Toronto is Darcy Tucker (minor knee ligament damage) and Bryan McCabe (groin). There is an outside chance that one or both could play during the weekend.
Analysis: McCabe has really only been plagued by minor injuries throughout his career and it appears at this time that is what he is dealing with. When healthy, he is a must-start Fantasy option. He is an injury-risk start for Fantasy Week 7 (Nov. 12-18).
News:The Sports Xchange reports D Bryan McCabe (groin), D Carlo Colaiacovo (knee) and RW Darcy Tucker (knee) are not on the two-game road trip that ends Saturday in Montreal. Their status for the second leg of the four-game road trip, which begins Tuesday in Ottawa, is not known.
Analysis: McCabe has really only been plagued by minor injuries throughout his career and it appears at this time that is what he is dealing with. When healthy, he is a must-start Fantasy option. He is an injury-risk start for Fantasy Week 6 (Nov. 5-11).
News: Maple Leafs D Bryan McCabe (groin) did not play Friday against the Devils. It was the fourth straight game he missed, but might return Saturday against the Canadiens.
Analysis: McCabe has really only been plagued by minor injuries throughout his career and it appears at this time that is what he is dealing with. When healthy, he is a must-start Fantasy option.
News: None of the Leafs' injured players, D Carlo Colaiacovo (knee), D Bryan McCabe (groin), C Kyle Wellwood (hernia) and RW Darcy Tucker (knee) are likely to play this weekend. They were all out for the Maple Leafs against Washington Monday.
Analysis: McCabe has really only been plagued by minor injuries throughout his career and it appears at this time that is what he is dealing with. When healthy, he is a must-start Fantasy option.
News: Maple Leafs D Bryan McCabe (undisclosed) did not play Saturday against the Rangers. It was the second straight game he missed.
Analysis: McCabe has really only been plagued by minor injuries throughout his career and it appears at this time that is what he is dealing with. He remains day to day, but is somewhat of an injury-risk start for Fantasy Week 5 (Oct. 29-Nov. 4). When healthy, he is a must-start Fantasy option.
News: Maple Leafs D Bryan McCabe (undisclosed) did not play Thursday against the Penguins. It was the first game he missed all season. McCabe was injured during Wednesday's practice.
Analysis: McCabe has really only been plagued by minor injuries throughout his career and it appears at this time that is what he is dealing with. He remains day to day. When healthy, he is a must-start Fantasy option.
News: Sportsnet.ca is reporting Bryan McCabe missed practice on Wednesday due to a "slight strain" of an undisclosed body part. He is listed as probable for Thursday's road game in Pittsburgh.
Analysis: McCabe should be kept reserved in all daily Fantasy leagues if you do not like to roll the dice, although it does sound like he is expected to be in the lineup.
News: Coach Paul Maurice was worried how the crowd would react after a week in which Bryan McCabe has been under siege from fans and media. His gaffe in Monday night's loss at Buffalo, when he redirected the puck into his own net in overtime, added to the fans' unhappiness with the highly paid defenseman. "I thought we were really, really tight in the first period," Maurice said. "Not complacent, but tense."
Analysis: McCabe turned the jeers to cheers with the tying goal and a solid all-around effort. "He came out and played his best game of the year -- defensively," Maurice said. "I think his confidence grew on the ice." McCabe remains a must-start in all Fantasy leagues despite some recent trials and tribulations.
News: Bryan McCabe scored the only Toronto goal on Tuesday night against the Hurricanes with an assist from Mats Sundin, who earned his 916th point with the Maple Leafs and moved into a tie with Darryl Sittler for the club record. "It was a flat effort by the whole group and that's it," Sundin said. "Really, there's no excuses to have an effort like that. We just weren't good and that's the bottom line. It was bad, it was frustrating."
Analysis: McCabe has managed points in the past two games after being held off the stat sheet in the first two contests. From the odd stats file, he was scoreless in two games against Ottawa despite taking eight shots. He has just the one shot on goal on Tuesday in the past two and he has two points. Anyway, he remains a must-start in all Fantasy leagues.
News: Bryan McCabe was scoreless with a plus-1 rating with two shots on goal in 23:58 of ice time in Wednesday's preseason game against the Sabres.
Analysis: McCabe has a goal and assist, but a minus-3 rating in four preseason games. He remains a must-start in all Fantasy leagues despite his defensive struggles in the exhibition season.
News: Bryan McCabe finished second in points among defensemen with the Toronto Maple Leafs with 15 goals and 57 points in 2006-07.
Analysis: Tomas Kaberle edged McCabe by one point, despite the fact he played in eight fewer games. McCabe will once again be a must-start in all Fantasy leagues heading into 2007-08.
News: Bryan McCabe scored a power-play goal 2:18 into overtime to give Toronto a 3-2 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers on Tuesday night, keeping the Leafs a point behind Montreal in the race for the eighth and final postseason spot in the Eastern Conference. "We still control our own fate," McCabe said. "That's all you want. You don't want to be hoping for someone else to help you out. We'll put this one behind us and get ready for Thursday."
Analysis: McCabe and the Leafs will look to keep it going on Thursday night at N.Y. Islanders in what essentially comes down to an elimination match, as the playoffs start early.
News: Bryan McCabe has failed to score a goal in nine games dating back to Feb. 26, his third-longest scoring slide of the season. He also had a 10-game stretch and 11-game goal drought earlier in the season.
Analysis: McCabe is well off his pace of last season when he managed 19 goals. He is still a solid Fantasy option in all leagues, as he has posted four assists over the past six games.
News: LW Bates Battaglia and D Bryan McCabe each had a goal and assist in Monday's game at Montreal. Battaglia had a plus-2, while McCabe posted an even rating.
Analysis: McCabe remains a must-start in all Fantasy formats. He has a goal and four assists over his past two games to follow up a three-game scoreless stretch.
News: Maple Leafs D Bryan McCabe had three assists in a 5-2 win over the Flyers Saturday. He now has 34 assists on the season and six in his last seven games.
Analysis: McCabe remains one of the best Fantasy options at defender. Continue to start him in all Fantasy leagues.
News: Bryan McCabe was clipped inadvertently by the stick of Tampa Bay's Vincent Lecavalier late in the third period of Tuesday's game after the two collided in front of the Toronto net.
Analysis: McCabe went off for repairs and was able to return in the final minutes, so he should be fine for Thursday's game at Florida.
News: Maple Leafs D Bryan McCabe scored his ninth goal of the season on Tuesday against the Hurricanes. He also has 25 assists and a plus-4 rating.
Analysis: McCabe has started the new year off right with four points (1 G,3 A) in four games. He remains one of the best Fantasy defensemen available and should be starting in all formats.
News: Bryan McCabe (ankle) was able to play in Thursday's game at Atlanta. He was scoreless in the loss.
Analysis: Despite the lack of points, it appears safe to get McCabe back into the active Fantasy lineup in all leagues.
News: TSN.ca reports Bryan McCabe (ankle) practiced on Wednesday, less than 24 hours after leaving Tuesday's game against the Bruins due to a minor ankle sprain.
Analysis: McCabe is considered probable for Thursday's game at Atlanta.
News: Bryan McCabe left Tuesday's game against Boston in the third period due to a sprained ankle.
Analysis: McCabe is considered day to day. The injury was not a result of contact, but he just lost an edge and was injured.
News: Maple Leafs D Brian McCabe scored a goal on Friday against the Capitals to push his point streak to eight games.
Analysis: During his point streak, McCabe has four goals and eight assists. McCabe has been a steady contributor of points this season with six goals and 16 assists. He is a must-start Fantasy player.
News: Bryan McCabe posted a pair of assists and he managed a plus-2 rating with one shot on goal in 27:48 of ice time in Thursday's game at Boston.
Analysis: McCabe has seven points (1 G, 6 A) and a plus-3 rating over the past eight games. He remains a must-start in all Fantasy leagues.
News: Bryan McCabe scored his first goal of the season on Friday in the Maple Leafs 4-2 win over the Blue Jackets. He also had an assist in the game. McCabe finished with a plus-2 rating.
Analysis: McCabe has never been a guy who scores a lot of goals. He gets most of his points through assists. Regardless, he is one of the best defenders for Fantasy purposes on the market. He is a must-start when healthy.
News: The top defensive pairing of Tomas Kaberle and Bryan McCabe were each scoreless with a minus-2 rating in Wednesday's regular season opener against the Senators.
Analysis: The two defensemen played more than 27 minutes, leading the Maple Leafs in ice time by more than five and a half minutes over captain Mats Sundin. They'll be just fine, although they did not get off to the greatest of starts. Each rearguard is a must-start in all Fantasy leagues.
News: Bryan McCabe had been tending to a personal issue and had until a June 29 to sign a deal he agreed to in principle with the Toronto Maple Leafs. He did just that on Thursday, signing the five-year contract to stay in TO.
Analysis: McCabe's re-signing is good news for the Toronto Maple Leafs, fans in keeper leagues and newly-acquired goaltender Andrew Raycroft. His Fantasy value will remain strong after posting career-highs in goals (19), assists (49), points (68), power play goals (13) and game-winning goals (6).
News: Bryan McCabe and the Toronto Maple Leafs have reportedly agreed in principle on a five-year contract extension that will keep the defenseman from becoming an unrestricted free agent in July 1, although McCabe has a personal issue which is stalling the deal for now.
Analysis: McCabe is expected to sign the deal at the end of the upcoming week, as the family medical emergency "has been all-consuming." This is a great bit of news for Toronto fans and Fantasy owners in keeper leagues, especially coupled with the acquisition of Andrew Raycroft from the Bruins.
News: Bryan McCabe was scoreless with one minor penalty and a shot on goal in 26:00 of ice time in Tuesday's game at Philadelphia, as he has now failed to light the lamp in eight straight games.
Analysis: The goal drought is the longest of the season for McCabe, as his previous worst was six games back from Nov. 30 to Dec. 12. Despite the lack of goals, he has four assists and remains a useful Fantasy defenseman in all leagues.
News: Bryan McCabe picked up a goal and assist with a minus-1 rating and five shots on goal in 31:49 of ice time in Tuesday's game against the Bruins.
Analysis: McCabe is finally starting to look like he is 100 percent after missing time at the end of January due to a serious groin injury.
News: Bryan McCabe rejected a four-year contract offer by the Toronto Maple Leafs on Wednesday, as he is expected to become an unrestricted free agent at the end of the season and test the waters.
Analysis: General manager told the Toronto Star "I don't see why not" when asked if McCabe would still be a member of the Maple Leafs after the NHL trade deadline passes on Thursday. The offensive rearguard is very valuable to the team, but his defensive deficiencies might mean the team will let him go at season's end.
News: The Toronto Star is reporting the Toronto Maple Leafs might be a seller at the March 9 NHL trading deadline, perhaps dealing defenseman Bryan McCabe.
Analysis: McCabe is expected to be an unrestricted free agent at the end of the season and the Leafs might try and get something in return if they cannot sign him to a long-term deal. The rearguard is an amazing offensive threat, but his game leaves something to be desired on the defensive end. Perhaps the Vancouver Canucks would be interested in re-acquiring him to bolster their depleted corps.
News: Bryan McCabe, despite missing nine games due to injury, has posted 17 goals and 35 assists with a plus-2 rating. McCabe has been the leading scorer among defensemen in the NHL and he has 33 points (11 G, 22 A) on the power play.
Analysis: McCabe seemed like a shoe-in to be a candidate for the Norris Trophy early on, although he leaves a little to be desired on the defensive end. Anyway, he will get back into further game shape playing for Team Canada during the 2006 Winter Olympics in Turin and he should have a solid stretch run for the Leafs and his Fantasy owners.
News: Bryan McCabe lit the lamp in Wednesday's game against Atlanta, his first goal in four games since returning from a groin injury.
Analysis: It appears safe to get McCabe back into the active Fantasy lineup in all leagues, as he has averaged over 27 minutes since returning and is not showing any ill-effects of his injury.
News: Bryan McCabe (groin) was back in the lineup for Tuesday's game at Tampa Bay. He was scoreless with a minus-1 rating and four shots on goal in 29:22 of ice time.
Analysis: He played nearly half of the game, so that is a good sign. However, keep him reserved for at least one more game in daily Fantasy leagues just to make sure he is 100 percent.
News: The Toronto Star reports Bryan McCabe (groin) was able to take part in a full workout over the weekend for the first time since Jan. 7.
Analysis: McCabe is targeting a return to the lineup either Monday at Florida or Tuesday at Tampa Bay. He is still a bit of a risky start in cumulative leagues, but he is a solid play in leagues which average points per game in the upcoming scoring period.
News: Bryan McCabe (groin) was able to skate for the second straight day on Tuesday in sweatpants along with Eric Lindros (wrist).
Analysis: McCabe might be back in the lineup within the next couple of weeks if he continues to progress.
News: The Toronto Star reports Bryan McCabe (groin) has a slight tear in his groin muscle, although it might not be as bad as it sounds. He will not require surgery as long as he rests and does not rip it further by coming back too soon.
Analysis: McCabe has been progressing nicely, but he will not play in games this week, but could return before the end of the month. It is possible he still might be out until after the Olympic Games break, however, so take a look at Carlo Colaiacovo if you need help on the power play.
News: According to published reports, general manager John Ferguson confirmed in a radio interview with a Toronto radio station that Bryan McCabe has a "small" tear, but medically it may be worse.
Analysis: McCabe complained of more of an abdominal pain, which might be problematic and something which keeps him out until after the Olympics. When more details come in and a specific timetable is set, we will pass it onto you. The league's top scoring defenseman looks like he will be down for the count for an extended period, meaning Carlo Colaiacovo is worth a look in most Fantasy leagues.
News: There is still no official word from the Maple Leafs on Bryan McCabe's groin injury, but there are rumors swirling around that he might have a tear in the muscle. "I've heard talk that it might be a tear, but I haven't heard that from our medical staff," coach Pat Quinn told the Toronto Star.
Analysis: If it is found McCabe does not have a tear, he might be able to participate as soon as this weekend and he would be a lock to represent Team Canada in Turin for the Winter Olympics. If he has a tear, he would be out for a significant period of time and would be questionable for the Olympics.
News: The Toronto Sun reports the Maple Leafs will decide on Sunday whether Bryan McCabe (groin) will make the trip to Colorado on Tuesday and Minnesota on Wednesday.
Analysis: McCabe remains an extremely risky play for the upcoming scoring period. Keep him reserved in all Fantasy leagues for the upcoming scoring period.
News: Bryan McCabe (groin) did not play on Saturday vs. Phoenix. He is still considered day to day and is questionable for Jan. 17 at Colorado.
Analysis: According to the Toronto Sun, he was unable to practice on Friday due to the injury so he is a risky start for the upcoming scoring period. Consider healthier alternatives if at all possible.
News: The Toronto Star is reporting Bryan McCabe (groin) will test his injury in practice on Thursday, but unless he is 100 percent, he will likely miss Saturday's game against the Coyotes.
Analysis: The team will likely take it very easy with the NHL's top scoring defenseman, so be prepared to keep him reserved until Tuesday's game at Colorado.
News: As expected, Bryan McCabe (groin) missed the final game of the road trip at Vancouver on Tuesday.
Analysis: McCabe is considered day to day. He will have until Saturday night to rest, before the Leafs take to the ice against the Coyotes.
News: Bryan McCabe will miss Tuesday's game at Vancouver due to a groin injury suffered in Saturday's game at Edmonton.
Analysis: McCabe is considered day to day for now. Keep him reserved in all Fantasy leagues for the upcoming scoring period.
News: Bryan McCabe had an assist in Tuesday's game at Pittsburgh to go along with a plus-1 rating in 29:34 of ice time.
Analysis: McCabe leads all NHL defensemen in scoring. Another fact to remember, in the history of the Toronto Maple Leafs, no player has ever won the Norris Trophy. The award is given to the league's best defenseman, so it will be interesting to see if McCabe can break through.
News: Bryan McCabe scored a goal and had an assist with four shots on goals in 28:19 of ice time in Saturday's game at Ottawa.
Analysis: McCabe is the NHL's top scoring defenseman with 40 points (11 G, 29 A).
News: Bryan McCabe had a pair of assists in Monday's win against Anaheim, continuing on as the team's most consistent offensive weapon this season.
Analysis: McCabe had a four-game scoreless stretch from Oct. 27-Nov. 3, but other than that he has not gone without a point in consecutive games this season. He leads all NHL defensemen, with the closest competitors (N. Lidstrom, M. Schneider and L. Visnovsky) at the position 10 points back.
News: Bryan McCabe picked up two more assists in Thursday's game at Boston, posting a plus-1 rating in 28:30 of ice time.
Analysis: McCabe continues to chug right along, posting 27 points to lead all NHL defensemen.
News: Bryan McCabe had two assists in 24:35 of ice time in Tuesday's game against the Rangers. Both of the markers were on the power play.
Analysis: McCabe leads the Maple Leafs and all NHL defensemen with 25 points.
News: Bryan McCabe scored a goal and added two assists in Monday's shootout loss at Ottawa. He also had two shots on goal in 31:43 of ice time.
Analysis: McCabe and Tomas Kaberle should log quite a bit of ice time this season for the Leafs, so performances like Monday should become the norm for the duo.
News: The Toronto Star reports Bryan McCabe will skate with Tomas Kaberle on the team's first defensive unit in 2005-06.
Analysis: Kaberle and McCabe are expected to average 25-30 minutes per night, so this improves their Fantasy appeal significantly. They are both solid middle round selections on Draft Day.
News: Bryan McCabe appears over his foot injury, but he apparently has had brain cramps over the past games of the series against the Flyers.
Analysis: McCabe gave away two or three scoring chances in which the Flyers cashed in. He was a minus-5 in Toronto's embarrassing loss in Game 5. He will look to right the ship in Tuesday's elimination game.
News: The Toronto Star reports Bryan McCabe suffered a bruised foot in Sunday's Game 2 while blocking a shot.
Analysis: Despite the injury, McCabe will be ready for Wednesday's must-win Game 3 against the Flyers.
News: Bryan McCabe picked up two assists in Monday's overtime win at Buffalo.
Analysis: McCabe has picked up eight points (2 G, 6 A) in seven games during the month of March.
News: Bryan McCabe scored a pair of goals and added an assist in Thursday's 6-2 bombing of the Islanders.
Analysis: McCabe eclipsed a career-high in points with the effort. He now has 15 goals and a career-high 29 assists, surpassing the 43 points he set in the 2001-02 season.
News: Bryan McCabe had four assists and was a plus-4 in 27:22 of ice time in Thursday's overtime win at Ottawa.
Analysis: McCabe has re-emerged as a must-start Fantasy defenseman in all leagues this season.
News: Bryan McCabe scored a pair of power play goals in Toronto's 4-1 dousing of the Flames on Tuesday.
Analysis: McCabe has eight points (4 G, 4 A) over his past eight games. He also has 26 points (10 G, 16 A) in 38 games this season surpassing his total of 24 points (6 G, 18 A) in 75 games in 2002-03.
News: Bryan McCabe scored a pair of third period goals propelling Toronto to a 2-1 win over Nashville on Tuesday.
Analysis: McCabe now has six points (2 G, 4 A) over his past five games.
News: Bryan McCabe scored a goal and an assist in Tuesday's game against the Penguins.
Analysis: McCabe has seven points (2 G, 5 A) in six games this season. He appears 100 percent after a knee injury and is worth activating in most Fantasy formats.
News: Bryan McCabe (knee) scored a goal and added an assist in his season debut on Saturday against Washington.
Analysis: It appears safe to get McCabe back into the active lineup in leagues which reward PIM.
News: McCabe (knee surgery) might play against Washington on Saturday, according to the Toronto Sun.
Analysis: Wait to see how McCabe reacts and how much ice time he gets before activating him.
News: Bryan McCabe (knee surgery) participated in a full practice on Sunday, according to the Toronto Sun. He plans to return to the lineup Saturday against Washington. "I'd be in favour of him doing that if he gets (medical) clearance," said Maple Leafs coach Pat Quinn.
Analysis: Let McCabe get in a few games to get back to full speed before you consider putting him back into your active Fantasy lineup.
News: Bryan McCabe (knee surgery) skated Wednesday and hopes to receive medical clearance to begin full practices on Saturday, according to the Toronto Star. His goal would be to return one week after that, Oct. 25 against Washington.
Analysis: McCabe is one of the best Fantasy defensemen across the board. He might take a few games to get back to full speed, but he might be ready to help your squad by the final week of October.
News: Bryan McCabe (knee) might not be ready for the Oct. 11 season opener against Montreal, according to the Toronto Sun. "The one that's least likely is McCabe," coach Pat Quinn said. "Our goal was to have him for opening night and that's still our goal, but I don't have any expectation he'll play in a preseason game."
Analysis: McCabe participated in Monday's morning skate, but don't count on him for the first week or two of the regular season. He's still worth drafting in the mid-to-late rounds in leagues that reward penalty minutes.
News: Bryan McCabe (knee surgery) is not expected to play in any of the team's preseason game this week.
Analysis: He continues to recover from offseason surgery and the team is being very cautious with him. He might not be ready for the start of the regular season.
News: McCabe (knee) has started to skate lightly. The Toronto Star reports he might be ready fort he start of the regular season. He hurt his knee while working out before the beginning of training camp.
Analysis:
News: McCabe has a torn meniscus in one of his knees. According to published reports, he might miss up to six weeks. He will be re-examined on Wednesday. The Maple Leafs have an already thin defensive corps and they might sign veteran Ken Klee as a replacement.
Analysis:
News: McCabe returned from a foot injury Friday against the Islanders. He was scoreless in the game, but is still worth activating in all Fantasy leagues.
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News: McCabe (foot) has been cleared to play Friday against the Islanders. The Toronto Star reports that it is unclear whether he will play. Once McCabe returns, activate him in all Fantasy leagues.
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News: McCabe (broken foot) has medical clearance to play. "I got the green light (from Leafs doctors) on Tuesday and the foot is good to go," he told the Toronto Sun. "I'm ready and I'm excited. I hope to play but it is not my decision." Assuming McCabe indeed plays Friday in New York against the Islanders, you should activate him in all Fantasy leagues.
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News: McCabe (foot) rejoined the Maple Leafs but did not skate Monday. Coach Pat Quinn told the Toronto Sun he wasn't sure when McCabe would be able to resume skating. He remains out indefinitely, but is still worth keeping reserved in a Fantasy league.
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News: McCabe (broken foot) will be re-evaluated Monday. The Toronto Star reports that he had been away from the team for several days to attend to family matters, but is expected to return Monday. There remains no timetable for McCabe's return to the lineup.
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News: McCabe (foot) is expected out at least another 10 days. The Toronto Sun reports that he has been placed on injured reserve. McCabe is worth keeping on reserve until he is fully healthy.
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News: McCabe has been diagnosed with a cracked bone in his right foot. He will be sidelined four to six weeks with the injury he suffered while blocking a shot in a Nov. 9 game in St. Louis. Reserve McCabe in all Fantasy leagues.
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News: McCabe returned to action Thursday against Phoenix after missing one game with a sore hand. He was a minus-2, but got enough ice time to suggest that he is safe to get back into your active lineup if you reserved him.
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News: McCabe (hand) practiced Wednesday but still had problems gripping the stick well enough to make good shots, according to the Toronto Star. He will undergo another X-ray Thursday before a decision is made on his status for that night's game against Phoenix. McCabe looks safe to keep active, barring a setback.
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News: McCabe missed Tuesday's game in New York against the Rangers with a bruised hand. The Toronto Star reports that he is doubtful for Thursday's game against Phoenix, as the hand remains swollen and a fracture has not completely been ruled out. Monitor McCabe's status before making a decision on using him for the upcoming week.
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News: McCabe was hit on the left hand by a shot in the first period of Monday's game against Toronto and missed the remainder of the game. He will also miss Tuesday's game in New York against the Rangers, and might have an X-ray on Tuesday.
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News: McCabe said Wednesday that his left wrist sprain is healing nicely and he should be able to participate in scrimmages in a week. This injury shouldn't affect his season outlook.
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News: Toronto acquired McCabe from Chicago today, effectively ridding themselves of holdout Alexander Karpovtsev. After a slow start defensively last season, McCabe had a solid second half (+7). Many have said that a change of scenery would do him good - his penalty minute total alone made him valuable. On Toronto he could become one of the most valuable Fantasy defensemen.
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