News: Devils LW Dean McAmmond played in Wednesday's game against the Rangers despite injuring his shoulder on Sunday. In 8:44 on the ice, he was minus-1, while winning six of 10 face-offs and blocking one shot.
Analysis: The 36-year-old McAmmond is a solid NHL veteran, but he hasn't hit 40 points since 2001-02 and doesn't pick up a whole lot of penalty minutes, either. Continue to ignore him in the majority of Fantasy leagues, healthy or not.
News: Devils LW Dean McAmmond left Sunday's loss to the Oilers favoring his shoulder after taking a second-period hit from Zack Stortini.
Analysis: The 36-year-old McAmmond is a solid NHL veteran, but he hasn't hit 40 points since 2001-02 and doesn't pick up a whole lot of penalty minutes, either. Continue to ignore him in the majority of Fantasy leagues, healthy or not.
News: New Jersey winger Dean McAmmond (upper body) was back on the ice on Tuesday against the San Jose Sharks. McAmmond did not record any points in the game.
Analysis: McAmmond manages to stick around the NHL because of a strong work ethic and a willingness to do the dirty work. It might not be glamorous, but it gives McAmmond a reason to stick around. He has only 13 points in 41 games, so McAmmond doesn't have a great purpose in Fantasy.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Devils forward Dean McAmmond missed Saturday's game against the Hurricanes with an upper-body injury. New Jersey resumes play on March 2 at San Jose following the Olympic break.
Analysis: McAmmond manages to stick around the NHL because of a strong work ethic and a willingness to do the dirty work. It might not be glamorous, but it gives McAmmond a reason to stick around. He has only 13 points in 41 games, so McAmmond doesn't have a great purpose in Fantasy. He is far more important to his real team when healthy.
News: Devils LW Dean McAmmond scored a goal, tallied an assist and finished at plus-1 on Friday against the Maple Leafs. McAmmond started the comeback by taking a pass from Vladimir Zharkov and beating Jonas Gustavsson with a backhander to cut the Maple Leafs' lead to a goal. It was his sixth goal and first in eight games.
Analysis: McAmmond manages to stick around the NHL because of a strong work ethic and a willingness to do the dirty work. It might not be glamorous, but it gives McAmmond a reason to stick around. He has only 13 points in 37 games, so McAmmond doesn't have a great purpose in Fantasy. He is far more important to his real team.
News: Devils LW Dean McAmmond failed to record a point and finished at minus-1 on Monday against the Islanders. He has no points in his last six games. He has one goal and one assist in eight January outings.
Analysis: McAmmond has 10 points in 28 games since joining New Jersey as a free agent in November. Coach Jacques Lemaire loves McAmmond for his veteran presence, but he won't ask the aging forward to carry the team offensively. McAmmond is pretty much a penalty-killing specialist. He has marginal Fantasy appeal.
News: New Jersey winger Dean McAmmond picked up two assists on Monday night in a 4-0 win over the Penguins.
Analysis: McAmmond only joined the Devils in early November after being an unsigned free agent. He now has five assists and eight points on the season and is currently on a four-game points streak with six over that span. He's hot right now and gaining value by the game but still has just low-end Fantasy appeal. We can't see this current hot streak lasting much longer.
News:Dean McAmmond made his Devils debut Thursday night against the Predators. McAmmond, who was on IR with an illness, recorded an assist and finished at plus-1 in 15:18 of ice time.
Analysis: McAmmond only joined the Devils in early November after being an unsigned free agent. When healthy, McAmmond won't have much value since he is far more important to the Devils than Fantasy owners.
News: The Devils placed forward Dean McAmmond on injured reserve Wednesday with an undisclosed illness.
Analysis: The Devils recently signed McAmmond to a two-way contract and recalled him over the weekend. But he has been unable to play or practice and now is on IR. When healthy, McAmmond won't have much value since he is far more important to the Devils than Fantasy owners.
News: The Devils have signed veteran LW Dean McAmmond, 36, to a two-way contract. McAmmond was on a minor league deal with Lowell (AHL).
Analysis: McAmmond has 178 goals and 253 assists for 431 points in 934 career games with Chicago, Edmonton, Philadelphia, Calgary, Colorado, St. Louis, Ottawa, and the Islanders. He will have zero Fantasy value.
News: Islanders LW Dean McAmmond did not dress for Sunday's finale against the Bruins because of an illness that kept him out the last six games of the season.
Analysis: With the Islanders not in playoff contention, there was no need for McAmmond to dress down the stretch. McAmmond had been a great veteran presence since joining the Islanders' lineup via a trade from Ottawa. He had shown some offensive spark at times, but he will be a free agent in the offseason and might end up retiring. Even if he returns to the NHL, McAmmond is going to have little to no Fantasy value Draft Day 2009.
News: Islanders LW Dean McAmmond missed a fifth straight game Saturday against the Flyers due to illness. He remains questionable for Sunday against the Bruins.
Analysis: The Islanders have only one game remaining in the season and it doesn't seem like they are too interested in getting him active this season. McAmmond could retire at the end of the season as he is a free agent but if he does return next season he'll have only marginal appeal.
News: Islanders LW Dean McAmmond missed a fourth straight game Thursday against the Penguins due to illness. He remains questionable for Saturday against the Flyers.
Analysis: It just seems the Islanders have no real rush to get McAmmond back in the lineup for the last few meaningless games of the season. McAmmond has been a great veteran presence since joining the Islanders' lineup via a trade from Ottawa. He has shown some offensive spark at times, but he will be a free agent in the offseason and might end up retiring. Even if he returns to the NHL, McAmmond is going to have little to no Fantasy value Draft Day 2009.
News: Islanders LW Dean McAmmond (illness) did not return to the lineup Tuesday against the Hurricanes. He has missed the last three games and remains questionable for Thursday against the Penguins.
Analysis: This illness is being a little more problematic than expected for McAmmond, who has performed well for the Islanders since being picked up in a deal from Ottawa. He has two goals and seven assists in 18 games. It by far trumps his production with the Senators. Still, the veteran forward has very low-end Fantasy appeal when healthy.
News: Islanders LW Dean McAmmond was unable to play in Saturday's game against the Lightning due to illness. He is questionable for Tuesday's game at Carolina.
Analysis: McAmmond has been a real treat for New York since coming over in a late February trade from Ottawa. He has two goals and seven assists in 18 games. It by far trumps his production with the Senators. Still, the veteran forward has very low-end Fantasy appeal when healthy. He is considered an injury risk for the upcoming scoring period.
News: Injuries are still plaguing the New York Islanders, right down to the final six games of a lost season. All-Star defenseman Mark Streit and top rookie Kyle Okposo, the team's two leading scorers, both sat out against the Montreal Canadiens on Thursday night because of groin injuries. Islanders forward Dean McAmmond was also sidelined due to illness. New York recalled center Trevor Smith and left wing Sean Bentivoglio from Bridgeport of the AHL on Thursday and had both rookies in the lineup when they faced the Canadiens. Bentivoglio made his NHL debut.
Analysis: McAmmond has been a real treat for New York since coming over in a late February trade from Ottawa. He has two goals and seven assists in 18 games. It by far trumps his production with the Senators. Still, the veteran forward has very low-end Fantasy appeal when healthy.
News: Islanders LW Dean McAmmond tallied a pair of assists and finished at plus-1 during Thursday's game against the Rangers. He has two goals and two assists in six games since being acquired in a trade from Ottawa.
Analysis: The Islanders were thinking about flipping McAmmond in another trade Wednesday if anyone showed interest, but no one did and the veteran winger is staying put for now. He has been a great fit since his acquisition, but his hot streak isn't likely to last. McAmmond still has low-end Fantasy appeal.
News:Dean McAmmond, playing his fifth game with the Islanders since being acquired from Ottawa, scored his second goal since his arrival Monday against the Avalanche and wore an 'A' on his jersey in the absence of Bill Guerin and suspended alternate Brendan Witt. McAmmond opened the scoring with his fifth goal 13:15 into the first.
Analysis: McAmmond has pretty much been more effective with the Islanders than anyone could have imagined. There have been rumors floating around that New York could trade McAmmond as the Wednesday deadline approaches, but even if that happens, he will still likely be just a lower-line forward. Despite his recent run, McAmmond has little to no Fantasy value.
News: Islanders LW Dean McAmmond scored in Thursday's loss to the Maple Leafs. It was his first tally since Jan. 14.
Analysis: McAmmond, who joined the Islanders a week ago, is only a lower-line forward and should continue to be ignored in all formats.
News: Hoping to get more goals, the Ottawa Senators acquired center Mike Comrie and defenseman Chris Campoli from the New York Islanders on Friday for center Dean McAmmond and a first-round draft pick. Traditionally one of the NHL's highest-scoring teams, the Senators rank last in the Eastern Conference with 141 goals. Ottawa is 22-26-9 record and in 11th place. "We haven't been a very good offensive team and we're getting two guys with that ability," Senators general manager Bryan Murray said.
Analysis: McAmmond spent parts of the past three seasons in Ottawa and will join his eighth NHL team. The 35-year-old forward has played 916 regular-season games. He has three goals and four assists in 44 games this season. This trade was about getting the first-round pick and dumping salary. The Islanders likely will keep McAmmond as a lower-line forward down the stretch, so the trade isn't expected to help his Fantasy value.
News: According to The Sports Xchange, Senators C Dean McAmmond, who has 909 career games under his belt, was scratched by Cory Clouston, who was coaching his second. McAmmond, who is 35 years old and eligible to become an unrestricted free agent July 1, is likely to be dealt before the trade deadline.
Analysis: McAmmond has little to no Fantasy appeal as he is buried on the Senators' lower lines. He may be nearing the end of his career and will probably never be useful in Fantasy no matter who he plays for.
News: Senators LW Dean McAmmond scored his second goal of the season Tuesday in a win over the Hurricanes.
Analysis: McAmmond has little to no Fantasy appeal as he is buried on the Senators' lower lines. He may be nearing the end of his career and will probably never be useful in Fantasy.
News: Senators LW Dean McAmmond missed a ninth straight game Tuesday against the Thrashers because of an illness. He remains questionable heading into Thursday against the Devils.
Analysis: McAmmond has been out quite some time fighting an illness, but it's not like he is missed much in Fantasy. McAmmond has little to no Fantasy appeal as he is buried on the Senators' lower lines.
News: Senators LW Dean McAmmond missed an eighth straight game Saturday against the Lightning because of an illness. He remains questionable heading into Tuesday against the Thrashers.
Analysis: McAmmond has been out quite some time fighting an illness, but it's not like he is missed much in Fantasy. McAmmond has little to no Fantasy appeal as he is buried on the Senators' lower lines.
News: Senators LW Dean McAmmond missed a seventh straight game Friday against the Capitals because of an illness. He remains questionable heading into Saturday against the Lightning.
Analysis: McAmmond has been out quite some time fighting an illness, but it's not like he is missed much in Fantasy. McAmmond has little to no Fantasy appeal as he is buried on the Senators' lower lines.
News: Senators LW Dean McAmmond missed a sixth straight game Wednesday against the Blackhawks because of a sore throat. He remains questionable heading into Friday at Washington.
Analysis: McAmmond has little to no Fantasy appeal as he is buried on the Senators' lower lines. He may be nearing the end of his career and will probably never be useful in Fantasy.
News: Senators LW Dean McAmmond missed a fifth straight game Monday against the Panthers because of a sore throat. He remains questionable heading into Wednesday against the Blackhawks.
Analysis: McAmmond has little to no Fantasy appeal as he is buried on the Senators' lower lines. He may be nearing the end of his career and will probably never be useful in Fantasy.
News: Senators C Dean McAmmond is still day-to-day with a sore throat, having now missed four games because of it.
Analysis: McAmmond has little to no Fantasy appeal as he is buried on the Senators' lower lines. He may be nearing the end of his career and will probably never be useful in Fantasy.
News: Senators LW Dean McAmmond didn't record a point and finished at even in 15:53 of ice time Monday against the Rangers. He doesn't have a point in his last nine games.
Analysis: McAmmond hasn't been much of an offensive factor the last few seasons and it appears the veteran's career could be coming to an end perhaps after this season. He is buried on the Senators' lower lines with no hope for moving up. McAmmond has little to no Fantasy appeal.
News: Senators LW Dean McAmmond scored a short-handed goal during Saturday's 3-2 loss to the Maple Leafs. He now has two points (one assist) and a plus-4 rating in eight games.
Analysis: McAmmond doesn't see a ton of time on the penalty kill, but does have seven short-handed goals in his career. His offensive production has really declined the last few seasons and he is now buried on the Senators' fourth line. Despite the goal, he has little to no Fantasy value.
News: Senators LW Dean McAmmond didn't record a point in 6:06 of ice time Wednesday against the Panthers. He finished at minus-1, didn't take a shot or spend any time in the penalty box. He has one assist and a plus-3 rating in six games.
Analysis: McAmmond is averaging just about seven minutes per game and it doesn't appear as though he is going to move off the fourth line any time soon. McAmmond's best days are behind him and he has little to no Fantasy value.
News:The Sports Xchange reports C Dean McAmmond is considered the most likely forward to be moved if the Senators need to free up room for youngsters like Cody Bass and Nick Foligno. The 15-season veteran is in the last year of a contract that pays him $875,000, and his speed and experience should be able to get the Senators some return in a trade.
Analysis: McAmmond is set to open the season as a fourth-line center for Ottawa, if he is not traded or released. He had nine goals and 22 points in 68 games last season. McAmmond's best days are behind him and he has little to no Fantasy value heading into 2008-09.
News: Although he was questionable with a bruised thigh for Tuesday's game, Dean McAmmond not only was in the lineup but scored his eighth goal of the season as the Ottawa Senators rallied for a 6-3 win over the Buffalo Sabres. McAmmond played 17 shifts and was on the ice for 14 minutes.
Analysis: The goal puts McAmmond at the 20-point mark for the fourth straight season. But he will finish the season under 30 points for the second time in a row. McAmmond has little to no Fantasy value.
News: Senators LW Dean McAmmond did not play Monday against the Canadiens because of a thigh bruise. He is day to day and questionable for Tuesday against the Sabres.
Analysis: McAmmond has two points in his last six games -- both assists. He is teetering on 20 points for a fourth straight season, but unfortunately, he will be under 30 points for a second straight campaign. McAmmond has little to no Fantasy value when healthy.
News: Senators LW Dean McAmmond was over the flu and healthy enough to be in the lineup Tuesday in the 4-0 loss at Boston. McAmmond played 12 shifts in 11 minutes.
Analysis: McAmmond is without a goal in 11 games and has just a pair of assists during the stretch. He is having a pretty disappointing season in Ottawa and has little to no Fantasy value at this time.
News: Senators LW Dean McAmmond (flu) did not dress for Monday's game against the Maple Leafs. He has now missed the last two games and remains questionable for Tuesday against the Bruins.
Analysis: McAmmond doesn't have a goal in his last 10 games and has just two assists in that span. He is having a pretty disappointing season in Ottawa and has little to no Fantasy value at this time.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Senators LW Dean McAmmond missed Saturday's game against the Penguins with the flu.
Analysis: McAmmond doesn't have a goal in his last 10 games and has just two assists in that span. He is having a pretty disappointing season in Ottawa and has little to no Fantasy value at this time.
News: Senators veteran LW Dean McAmmond scored in a third straight game Tuesday when he found the back of the net in a 5-2 win over the Islanders.
Analysis: McAmmond has been playing his best hockey since Dany Heatley left the lineup because of a separated shoulder. Go figure. More playing time opens up at left wing and McAmmond's scoring increases. Despite his recent surge, he is still not worth using outside of a low-end Fantasy option.
News: Senators LW Dean McAmmond scored a goal and finished at plus-1 during Thursday's game against the Lightning. He has now scored in consecutive games and three of the last six contests.
Analysis: McAmmond has been playing his best hockey since Dany Heatley left the lineup because of a separated shoulder. Go figure. More playing time opens up at left wing and McAmmond's scoring increases. Despite his recent surge, he is still not worth using outside of a low-end Fantasy option.
News: Senators LW Dean McAmmond scored a goal and finished at even during 13:01 of ice time Tuesday against the Capitals. From between the circles, McAmmond ricocheted a shot off the stick of defenseman John Erskine at 13:41 of the second period for his fourth goal of the season and first point in six games.
Analysis: McAmmond continues to be a quiet offensive force ever since posting 51 points with the Flames in 2001-02. Now that Dany Heatley is out six weeks with a shoulder injury, McAmmond might be able to benefit. For now, he remains a low-end Fantasy reserve.
News: Ottawa LW Deam McAmmond may have still felt the effects of the flu after seeing just over six minutes of ice time against Buffalo on Thursday.
Analysis: McAmmond has just 11 points in 32 games this season and has been relatively quiet on the offensive front. McAmmond is only worth a look in the deepest of Fantasy leagues. He has only been over 50 points twice in his previous 14 seasons.
News:The Sports Xchange reports three shifts into the second period Saturday against the Lightning, Senators forward Dean McAmmond left the game with the flu. The illness came at a bad time -- to start the period. McAmmond had been elevated from fourth line C to first line RW, alongside Jason Spezza and Dany Heatley.
Analysis: McAmmond has just 11 points in 31 games this season and has been relatively quiet on the offensive front. He is not the same player he was in 2001-02 when he tallied 51 points. McAmmond is only worth a look in the deepest of Fantasy leagues. He has only been over 50 points twice in his previous 14 seasons.
News: Senators LW Dean McAmmond scored a goal and added an assist during Tuesday's game against the Capitals. He also finished at plus-2. It was the second time in six games that McAmmond had a goal and an assist in a game.
Analysis: McAmmond has just 11 points in 29 games this season and has been relatively quiet on the offensive front. He is not the same player he was in 2001-02 when he tallied 51 points. McAmmond is only worth a look in the deepest of Fantasy leagues. He has only been over 50 points twice in his previous 14 seasons.
News: Senators LW Dean McAmmond opened the scoring Saturday against the Blackhawks on a 2-on-1 with Daniel Alfredsson as he held the puck after coming down the left side and cut across the goalmouth and past defenseman Dustin Byfuglien to beat Nikolai Khabibulin. He also had an assist and finished at plus-1. He has two multi-point outings in his last six games.
Analysis: McAmmond has just nine points in 24 games this season and has been relatively quiet on the offensive front. He is not the same player he was in 2001-02 when he tallied 51 points. McAmmond is only worth a look in the deepest of Fantasy leagues. He has only been over 50 points twice in his previous 14 seasons.
News: Senators LW Dean McAmmond (concussion, shoulder) came off injured reserve to make his season debut Thursday against the Thrashers. He did not record a point in 14:24 of ice time, but finished with a plus-1 rating and took three shots.
Analysis: McAmmond scored 14 times, assisted on 15 goals and finished with a plus-11 rating in 81 games last season. When healthy, McAmmond is only worth a look in the deepest of Fantasy leagues. He has only been over 50 points twice in his previous 14 seasons.
News: Senators LW Dean McAmmond (concussion, shoulder) did not come off injured reserve Saturday to make his season debut against the Devils.
Analysis: When healthy, McAmmond is only worth a look in the deepest of Fantasy leagues. He remains an injury-risk start heading into Fantasy Week 5 (Oct. 29-Nov. 4).
News: The Ottawa Citizen reports veteran Dean McAmmond (concussion) is looking towards Saturday's game at New Jersey for a return to the lineup. He was hit by Philadelphia's Steve Downie in the preseason, suffering a concussion and shoulder injury.
Analysis: The worst part of his injuries was actually the shoulder issue and not the concussion, which is very good news. When healthy, he is only worth a look in the deepest of Fantasy leagues.
News: The Ottawa Citizen reports Dean McAmmond (concussion) practiced on Monday for the first time since getting clocked by Philadelphia's Steve Downie in the preseason.
Analysis: McAmmond said that his head felt fine after practice, but his shoulder is still healing. He also suffered a sprained shoulder after the big hit. Expect him to be sidelined until at least early November.
News: C Dean McAmmond, out with a concussion he wound up with when drilled by Flyers W Steve Downie in the preseason, is still not close to returning to the lineup.
Analysis: McAmmond has been skating, but after one recent session he experienced concussion-like symptoms afterward. McAmmond is out indefinitely and should be reserved in all deeper Fantasy leagues for the time being.
News: Senators forward Dean McAmmond was released from the hospital on Wednesday, one day after he suffered a concussion in an exhibition game. The Senators released a statement Wednesday saying there were no fractures and that he was scheduled to see the club's training staff for treatment. Downie said Tuesday's hit wasn't premeditated, and he did not intend to go for McAmmond's head. "I didn't mean to hurt him and I hope he's OK," Downie said. "My game's to hit and to finish the check. I'm just trying to earn a spot on the roster. It's part of my game and I apologize for him getting hurt."
Analysis: The Flyers were leading 2-1 when at the 2:39 mark of the second period, Steve Downie skated the length of the ice and headed toward McAmmond, who had just released the puck while circling behind the Flyers' net and was met by Downie coming around the other side. Downie also appeared to leave his feet as he hit the veteran. McAmmond is out indefinitely and should be reserved in all deeper Fantasy leagues for the time being.
News: NHL.com is reporting Dean McAmmond was taken off on a stretcher in Tuesday's preseason game after being checked by Philadelphia's Steve Downie. Team officials confirmed that he suffered a concussion.
Analysis: McAmmond was good for 29 points in 2006-07, so he is a fringe Fantasy player. He is only worth a look in the deepest of leagues when healthy. He is out indefinitely.
News: The Ottawa Senators signed RW Niko Dimitrakos to a one-year contract and they have also re-signed W Dean McAmmond and D Lawrence Nycholat to multi-year deals.
Analysis: Nycholat got a shot with the Capitals last season and was Fantasy worthy for a brief period. However, each of these players has minimal appeal heading into the 2007-08 season until further notice.
News: Chris Neil, Dean McAmmond and Jason Spezza scored goals 1:16 apart early in the third period, leading the Ottawa Senators to a 5-2 win over the New York Islanders on Thursday night.
Analysis: McAmmond also added an assist with a plus-2 rating in 10:37 of ice time. His Fantasy value remains limited to the largest of Fantasy leagues at this point.
News: Mike Fisher and Dean McAmmond each scored twice and Daniel Alfredsson had three assists as Ottawa ended a three-game losing streak with a 5-1 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs on Thursday night.
Analysis: Despite the two-goal performance, McAmmond is only worth a look in the largest of Fantasy formats.
News: Dean McAmmond scored with just more than four minutes remaining in regulation to cap a third-period comeback and lift the Ottawa Senators to their fourth straight victory, a 5-3 win over the Atlanta Thrashers on Saturday. McAmmond took a pass from Jason Spezza and beat Atlanta goaltender Kari Lehtonen to give the Senators their first win in three games between the teams this season.
Analysis: McAmmond has points in three straight games. He hs two goals and one assists during that stretch. If he keeps this up, he might warrant use in more Fantasy leagues, but for now remains a low-end option.
News: Senators C Dean McAmmond's goal Wednesday ended a 14-game drought. It was also just his second in 29 games.
Analysis: McAmmond is not having a good season with just six goals and 10 assists. He is at best a low-end reserve at this time.
News: Dean McAmmond has managed five goals and 11 points with an even rating and 12 penalty minutes through 40 games.
Analysis: McAmmond is only worth using as a No. 5 or 6 Fantasy forward in leagues of 12 or more teams at this time.
News: The Ottawa Citizen reports coach Bryan Murray said he will drop veteran Dean McAmmond to the team's fourth line to skate with Denis Hamel and Brian McGrattan.
Analysis: McAmmond is all but useless on the team's checking line, as his Fantasy value is not all that great to begin with.
News: Dean McAmmond had an assist, plus-1 rating and one shot on goal in Tuesday's game at Toronto in 17:29 of ice time.
Analysis: McAmmond is a decent play in most larger Fantasy leagues as long as he stays on the team's second scoring line. After posting just two points (1 G, 1 A) in the first six games, McAmmond has managed four points (2 G, 2 A) in the past two starts.
News: Dean McAmmond and Antoine Vermette posted assists in Wednesday's regular season opener at Toronto. McAmmond had a plus-1 with three shots on goal in 11:30 of ice time and Vermette had the same production in 12:32 TOI.
Analysis: McAmmond and Vermette paired with Chris Neil on the third line. The Ottawa tough guy had a goal in the win. These three are solid No. 5 or 6 forwards in most formats, especially for help in the plus/minus categories.
News: The Ottawa Citizen reports veteran Dean McAmmond will center a third line consisting of tough guy Chris Neil and up-and-comer Antoine Vermette.
Analysis: Neil has the most Fantasy value, mostly due to his penchant for racking up penalty minutes. McAmmond and Vermette are worth a look in larger formats, but their value will likely be primarily in the plus/minus category in Roto leagues.
News: Dean McAmmond signed a one-year contract with the Ottawa Senators.
Analysis: McAmmond scored 15 goals and 37 points in 2005-06 with the Blues. He is a fringe Fantasy player heading into the new season.
News: Dean McAmmond picked up two assists in 16:24 of ice time on Monday against the Blue Jackets.
Analysis: McAmmond has picked up six assists over the past seven games, but he is mired in a 10-game goal drought. He is only worth using in larger Fantasy leagues right now.
News: Dean McAmmond is the leading goal scorer for the Blues at the Olympic Games break with 15 after the team traded Mike Sillinger to the Predators.
Analysis: Despite his status as the leading goal scorer, he remains useful only in larger Fantasy leagues due to his poor plus/minus rating.
News: Dean McAmmond was scoreless in Saturday's game against the Rangers in 14:06 of ice time.
Analysis: After back-to-back games on Nov. 22 and 25 with two goals each, McAmmond has gone scoreless over the past five games.
News: The Blues signed Dean McAmmond to a contract on Tuesday. Terms of the deal were undisclosed.
Analysis: McAmmond posted 30 goals in 64 games with the Flames in 2003-04, but that was a career year. Expect something more in the 30-40 point range in 2005-06.
News: Dean McAmmond (back) missed his ninth straight game on Thursday.
Analysis: McAmmond's return date is unclear. Keep him reserved or drop him in all Fantasy leagues.
News: Dean McAmmond (back) was unable to play in Monday's game against the Stars.
Analysis: McAmmond is considered day to day. Keep him reserved in all Fantasy leagues.
News: Dean McAmmond (back) missed another game on Saturday against the Predators.
Analysis: McAmmond remains day to day. He might be able to return some time this week, but he should be kept reserved if you have healthier alternatives in larger Fantasy leagues.
News: Dean McAmmond (back) missed his fifth consecutive game on Thursday.
Analysis: McAmmond remains day to day. Keep him reserved in all daily Fantasy leagues.
News: Dean McAmmond (back) missed his third straight game on Tuesday at Detroit.
Analysis: McAmmond remains day to day. Keep him reserved in all Fantasy leagues.
News: Dean McAmmond (back) missed another game on Saturday.
Analysis: McAmmond is considered day to day. He has not scored in his past 14 games and is not worth using in most Fantasy leagues when healthy until he starts producing more consistently.
News: McAmmond scored a pair of goals in 17:27 of ice time on Wednesday at Chicago.
Analysis: McAmmond is worth using in most Fantasy leagues while playing on Calgary's top line.
News: Dean McAmmond (concussion) was back in the lineup on Friday. He was scoreless in 15:51 of ice time. He is playing on the top line with Steve Reinprecht and Jarome Iginla.
Analysis: It is safe to get McAmmond back in the active lineup. If he is available, consider adding him while he is on the top scoring line.
News: Dean McAmmond (concussion) remained sidelined for Tuesday's game against Detroit.
Analysis: McAmmond is expected to rejoin Calgary's second line on Friday against Minnesota.
News: Dean McAmmond (concussion) sat out Saturday's game against Columbus. His status remains day to day.
Analysis: McAmmond should be kept reserved this week in all Fantasy leagues.
News: Dean McAmmond (concussion) participated in Thursday's morning skate but is doubtful for Saturday's game against Columbus, according to the Calgary Sun.
Analysis: McAmmond remains day to day and is monitored after every on-ice session. He has only minimal Fantasy value when healthy.
News: Dean McAmmond (neck) was unable to play Wednesday at Dallas.
Analysis: McAmmond is still considered day to day. He has only minimal Fantasy appeal when healthy.
News: Dean McAmmond (stiff neck) doesn't plan to travel with the Flames for their upcoming road trip to Colorado and Dallas, according to the Calgary Sun. "I had quite a bad headache (Saturday) but (Sunday) morning, when I woke up, I felt quite a bit better," he said. "My head's still a bit sore but, as far as anything else that could be lingering, not really."
Analysis: McAmmond might have suffered a concussion when he was hit by St. Louis' Jeff Heerema during Saturday's game. McAmmond should be reserved for this week in all Fantasy leagues.
News: Dean McAmmond (knee) missed Saturday's game at Edmonton.
Analysis: McAmmond is considered day to day. Keep him reserved if you have healthier alternatives.
News: Dean McAmmond was knocked out of Friday's game against St. Louis after a vicious body check. He left in the first period and was unable to return.
Analysis: McAmmond left with an undisclosed injury. He is considered day to day. Keep him reserved in daily leagues.
News: McAmmond was ruled ineligible to play for the remainder of the season. According to published reports, McAmmond will receive his salary and will be allowed to practice with the team. The collective bargaining agreement states a player traded by a club within four weeks prior to the waiver draft may not be re-acquired by the club within the same season. Drop McAmmond from your roster.
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News: McAmmond was traded to the Calgary Flames on Tuesday. Colorado receives a fifth-round draft pick in 2003. McAmmond's Fantasy value will decrease with the move to the Flames.
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News: McAmmond is skating on the Avalanche's top line. According to the Denver Post, he is the left wing on a line with Joe Sakic and Radim Vrbata. McAmmond might enjoy a boost to his point total working with Sakic if he can land this job on a permanent basis, but he's still not worth using outside of larger leagues.
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News: McAmmond returned from a back injury Friday in Minnesota. He had sat out the entire season with the injury, and was scoreless in the game. Allow McAmmond to get in a few games to show his usefulness before you consider adding him to a Fantasy roster.
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News: McAmmond (sore lower back) has been upgraded to day to day. According to the Denver Post, he skated for the full practice on Tuesday, but won't play Wednesday against St. Louis. McAmmond might return Friday in Minnesota or Saturday in Edmonton, but you shouldn't add him to a Fantasy roster until he shows some useful stats in game action.
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News: McAmmond (back) participated in several non-contact drills on Sunday. According to the Rocky Mountain News, he has an outside chance to play Dec. 3 against Calgary. There is still no official timetable for McAmmond's return, so don't bother adding him to a Fantasy roster just yet.
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News: McAmmond (back) skated briefly Wednesday but did not take any contact. The Denver Post reports that he will travel with the Avalanche on their three-game road trip this weekend, but will not play in any games. McAmmond still remains out indefinitely, and won't be worth adding to a Fantasy roster until he shows results in game action.
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News: McAmmond (back) skated on his own for the second straight day Tuesday. The Denver Post reports there is no timetable for his return, but he might join the Avalanche on their three-game road trip beginning Thursday in Nashville. McAmmond won't be worth adding to a Fantasy roster until he shows some results in game action.
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News: McAmmond (back) skated Monday for the first time with the Avalanche. All went well with the session, and he will skate again on Tuesday. There remains no timetable for McAmmond's return to game action, but he'll be a Fantasy reserve at best in a deeper league once healthy anyway.
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News: McAmmond (back) is making progress in his recovery. According to the Rocky Mountain News, he is expected to skate for the first time this season Monday or Tuesday. There remains no timetable for McAmmond's return, however, so keep him reserved in deeper Fantasy leagues.
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News: McAmmond (back) is progressing and will likely resume skating next week. According to the Denver Post, it will be his first practice time since he was acquired from the Calgary Flames in the preseason. McAmmond's performance on the ice will determine his timeframe for his return to the lineup, so monitor his progress next week.
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News: McAmmond (back) has yet to resume skating with the Avalanche. However, the Denver Post reports that he is doing some training in the weight room. McAmmond remains sidelined indefinitely, and is not a useful player to keep on reserve in a Fantasy league.
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News: McAmmond (back) still has not skated since coming over to the Avalanche from Calgary, according to the Denver Post. He has been working out in the gym, but there remains no timetable for his return.
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News: McAmmond (sore back) will miss Wednesday's game against Dallas and there is no timetable for his return. "McAmmond is basically in light work," Avs coach Bob Hartley told The Daily Camera. "We're trying to get a read on his back. Our medical staff is working on it, and we'll try to establish a strategy to fix him once and for all." McAmmond is not a recommended Fantasy starter.
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News: The Rocky Mountain News reports that McAmmond has still not practiced since joining the Avalanche due to a sore back. He is likely to be placed on injured reserve, so reserve him this week.
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News: Avalanche coach Bob Hartley told the Denver Post that McAmmond's back "is doing better" and the veteran might resume skating this week. However, there remains no timetable for McAmmond's return, so you should reserve him for at least the first week of the season.
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News: McAmmond might miss the start of the regular season due to back problems, according to The Denver Post. He has not appeared in a preseason game with a possible bulging disc in his lower back. McAmmond's injury isn't considered serious, but his diminished role in Colorado and this news makes him not worth drafting in a Fantasy league.
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News: McAmmond was acquired by the Colorado Avalanche in Tuesday's Derek Morris trade. McAmmond will likely land on the third line in Colorado, and is likely to take a slight hit in points. He's only a marginal Fantasy pick in deeper leagues.
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News: McAmmond missed Sunday's preseason game with a bad back. He is out until next weekend at the earliest, and his current injury makes him not even worth drafting in Fantasy leagues.
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News: McAmmond was expected to return from a back injury Friday in Vancouver, according to The Calgary Herald. He participated in Thursday’s practice and is day to day. McAmmond has little Fantasy value.
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News: McAmmond sat out Thursday's scrimmage due to a training "twinge" that is in his back, according to The Calgary Herald. He is day to day, and this injury shouldn't be of concern to Fantasy owners.
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News: McAmmond (ribs), Rob Niedermayer (ankle) and Chris Clark (knee) all practiced with the Flames on Thursday morning. All but Niedermayer should be ready to return in time for Tuesday's game in Colorado, but none is worth putting into your active lineup right now.
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News: McAmmond has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against Anaheim. He is still recovering from a rib injury. No timetable has been set for his return.
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News: McAmmond missed his fifth straight game on Friday due to a rib injury. However, he has returned to practice and could return to action on Saturday in Vancouver.
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News: McAmmond practiced Sunday despite rib and back injuries. He could be able to play Wednesday in San Jose, but is not definite to return. You should probably keep McAmmond, who has been ice cold of late, reserved for this week.
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News: McAmmond played Thursday despite suffering from back pain but was forced out of the game because of another injury. Calgary lost McAmmond midway through the first period after he was caught with his head down and knocked flying in the neutral zone by Blake. McAmmond was diagnosed with a rib injury, the severity is unknown.
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News: McAmmond missed Tuesday's game because of back pain. He was able to practice Wednesday but The Calgary Sun reports that no timetable has been set for his return.
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News: The Calgary Flames acquired McAmmond from the Philadelphia Flyers for a fourth-round pick in the 2002 draft. He had 11 goals and 17 assists in 71 games with Chicago and Philadelphia last season.
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News: It's unclear whether he will be able to make his Flyers debut Thursday against Minnesota, but McAmmond will very likely center the second line of Ruslan Fedotenko and Rick Tocchet for now. He's easily worth a look playing that prominently in the Philadelphia offense.
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News: McAmmond was traded to the Philadelphia Flyers on Tuesday for a third-round pick in the 2001 draft. He'll provide depth in the Flyers' forward ranks, and might be worth a pickup since he's joining a better team.
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News: McAmmond had a goal and an assist last night to record his first multi-point game since January 30. It was also his first goal since Valentine's Day. That is definetly not the kind of offensive production you will love.
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News: McAmmond is making his presence felt on Chicago's first line. He had a goal and an assist, sparking a three-goal second-period, as the Blackhawks beat the Canucks 3-1 on Sunday night.
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