News:Steve Begin will miss Tuesday's game with an upper-body injury, the Calgary Herald reports.
Analysis:Steve Begin has played well the latter half of the season, but has been shelved with this upper-body injury that apparently happened Wednesday. His season may be done.
News:Steve Begin missed Friday's contest with the Ducks due to an upper-body ailment.
Analysis: It wasn't clear when Steve Begin got hurt, as he played extremely well in Wednesday's win over the Red Wings. Consider him day-to-day for now.
News:Steve Begin notched two goals in the Flames' 3-2 win over the Red Wings on Wednesday.
Analysis: Both of Steve Begin's goals came in the third period on plays where Red Wings goalie Jimmy Howard misplayed the puck.
News:Steve Begin saw 10:29 worth of ice time in Saturday's win over the Oilers, recording five hits.
Analysis:Steve Begin, who was hit in the ear with a puck this past Wednesday, did not miss any action as a result and checks in with six points and 22 PIMs in 34 games to date overall, to go along with 59 hits.
News:Steve Begin was hit in the ear with a puck in Wednesday's game and did not return, the Calgary Sun reports.
Analysis: Getting hit with a puck above the neck is certainly never a pleasant experience, but it didn't seem like Steve Begin would be out for too long. Consider him day-to-day for now.
News:Steve Begin's assist in Monday's loss was his third point in three games.
Analysis:Steve Begin and Calgary's fourth line seem to be the only Flames capable of scoring as of late, which certainly doesn't bode well for them. Begin now has five points in 27 games, showing his primary role on the Flames is not scoring.
News:Steve Begin potted his first goal of the season Sunday, helping Calgary to a 4-3 win over Dallas.
Analysis:Steve Begin provides grit, depth and experience to Calgary, but not much scoring, as this was his first point of the season. Even in his prime, Begin wasn't much of a scorer, so his fantasy value is minimal.
News:Steve Begin will not play Monday against the Ducks, the Renaud Lavoie of RDS.ca reports.
Analysis: Apparently Steve Begin's absence is not related to the foot injury he suffered in Sunday's season opener. Begin's reportedly good to go, but coach Bob Hartley will sit him Monday.
News:Steve Begin has signed to a one-year, two-way $525,000 deal with the Flames.
Analysis:Steve Begin is a serviceable veteran forward, who gives the Flames some added depth up front, but his fantasy value is limited, as is his scoring upside.
News:Steve Begin is getting a shot at making the Calgary squad at its training camp, the Calgary Herald reports.
Analysis:Steve Begin hasn't played since 2010-11 after injuring his hip last season. He practiced on a fifth line Sunday, meaning he has some work to do if he's going to stay in Calgary when the season opens.
News:Steve Begin has signed a professional tryout contract with Calgary, the Calgary Sun reports.
Analysis:Steve Begin missed the entire 2011-12 season with a hip injury and is trying to return to his previous form. While he's not much of a scorer, with 100 points in 488 career games, the 34-year-old is willing to get his hands dirty and work on the third or fourth line. In his last full season, he racked up 14 points and 53 penalty minutes in 77 games with Boston.
News:Steve Begin was released by the Canucks on Sunday, Jeff Marek of Sportsnet.ca reports.
Analysis: He was struggling to get over a foot ailment this preseason and that ultimately led to the decision to let him go.
News:Steve Begin, who suffered a foot injury earlier this week, was held out of Saturday's preseason game with back spasms, the Vancouver Province reports.
Analysis:Steve Begin's constant injury problems this preseason makes it unlikely he'll earn a roster spot.
News:Steve Begin suffered a foot injury Tuesday, the Vancouver Province reports.
Analysis: The severity of the injury is still unknown. Steve Begin is at camp on a tryout basis. The 33-year-old veteran was already a long shot to make the team and will have an even steeper hill to climb now that he's injured.
News: Begin has been reassigned to AHL Milwaukee, the Tennessean reports.
Analysis: The fact that the Preds sent Begin back to Milwaukee is a good sign that either Patric Hornqvist (upper body) or David Legwand (lower body) will return to the lineup soon.
News: The Predators recalled Begin on Thursday, Josh Cooper of The Tennessean reports.
Analysis: Begin had just four points in 21 games with AHL Milwaukee this season, so don't expect him to help your fantasy team much.
Predators Assign Begin to Minor League Affiliate Milwaukee
News: Begin was assigned to AHL Milwaukee on Thursday after clearing waivers and signing a one-year, two-way deal with the Predators, the Tennessean reports.
Analysis: The veteran journeyman was not offered a contract extension by the Bruins, but the Predators have picked him up, presumably to serve as organizational depth.
News: Begin has signed with the Predators, who are attempting to pass him through waivers, TSN's Bob McKenzie reports.
Analysis: He'll likely end up in Milwaukee (AHL) to work on his conditioning before getting a call to Nashville for a depth role later on this season.
News: Bruins LW Steve Begin returned from an undisclosed injury in Saturday's shootout loss to the Kings. He missed a couple of weeks with the issue.
Analysis: With 12 points already, Begin is having a solid season by his standards, but should continue to be ignored in almost all formats.
News: The Boston Globe reports that Bruins LW Steve Begin (lower body) practiced in full Thursday.
Analysis: Begin is just a low-end option in the deepest of leagues when healthy, so not too many folks will be following his progress.
News: The Boston Globe reports that Bruins LW Marco Sturm (leg) and LW Steve Begin (undisclosed) both didn't practice Monday but might skate later this week.
Analysis: Both of these guys are low-end option in deeper leagues when healthy, although Sturm certainly has more Fantasy value than Begin. Be sure to bench them both for Fantasy Week 17 (Jan. 25-31).
News: Bruins LW Steve Begin (undisclosed) missed a fourth straight game Sunday as Boston fell to Carolina.
Analysis: Begin doesn't have a point in eight games and has scored only once since Nov. 1. He started his Boston career on a high note in October, but he has since disappointed from an offensive standpoint. He has marginal Fantasy appeal when healthy.
News: Bruins LW Steve Begin missed a third straight game Saturday with an undisclosed injury.
Analysis: Begin doesn't have a point in eight games and has scored only once since Nov. 1. He started his Boston career on a high note in October, but he has since disappointed from an offensive standpoint. He has marginal Fantasy appeal when healthy.
News: Bruins LW Steve Begin (undisclosed) did not dress on Thursday against the Blue Jackets. He has missed the last two games.
Analysis: Begin doesn't have a point in eight games and has scored only once since Nov. 1. He started his Boston career on a high note in October, but he has since disappointed from an offensive standpoint. He has marginal Fantasy appeal when healthy.
News: Bruins LW Steve Begin (undisclosed) missed Mondays game vs. Ottawa.
Analysis: The 31-year-old Begin doesn't have a point in eight 2010 games and is really not worth worrying about in Fantasy play when healthy.
News: The Bruins' official Twitter feed reports that LW Steve Begin (undisclosed) will not play Monday vs. Ottawa.
Analysis: The 31-year-old Begin doesn't have a point in eight 2010 games and is really not worth worrying about in Fantasy play when healthy.
News: The Boston Herald reports that Bruins LW Steve Begin is questionable for Monday's game vs. Ottawa with an undisclosed injury.
Analysis: The 31-year-old Begin doesn't have a point in eight 2010 games and is really not worth worrying about in Fantasy play when healthy.
News: Bruins LW Steve Begin scored his first goal since Oct. 22 on Wednesday against the Thrashers. Begin's first goal in 30 games and third of the season made it 3-0 on the Bruins' 10th shot. Begin scored from the slot when a shot by Derek Morris from the right point hit his left thigh and was redirected past Ondrej Pavelec. After a video review, the goal was allowed.
Analysis: Begin, in his first year with the Bruins, came storming out of the gate for Boston and looked to be a key offseason addition. Unfortunately, teams started to put him on the scouting report and his game has since tailed off. However, the top line of Begin, Marc Savard and Marco Sturm is starting to click, so Begin will likely remain there for the time being. We just wouldn't invest much in Begin in Fantasy.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Bruins LW Steve Begin, now playing on the first line with Marc Savard, has gone 28 games without a goal. He last scored on Oct. 22 against the Flyers.
Analysis: Begin, in his first year with the Bruins, came storming out of the gate for Boston and looked to be a key offseason addition. Unfortunately, teams started to put him on the scouting report and his game has since tailed off. However, the top line of Begin, Savard and Marco Sturm is starting to click, so Begin will likely remain there for the time being. We just wouldn't invest much in Begin in Fantasy.
News: Boston shut out Pittsburgh on Tuesday night and LW Steve Begin came up with two assists in the 3-0 win. Begin assisted the first goal of the game in the 2nd period by Matt Hunwick and later assisted on the game's final goal in the 3rd period by Patrice Bergeron.
Analysis: Begin now has 10 points on the season for the Bruins and four in his last two games. He has two goals on the year and eight assists. Begin has played well for Boston in the early going but really only has value in the deeper Fantasy leagues.
News: Bruins LW Steve Begin scored in a second straight game Thursday as Boston fell in a shootout to the Flyers.
Analysis: Begin has never been much of an offensive force before in his long NHL career, but is off to a great start in Boston with six points in his first nine games. Begin could see some scoring-line time if he keeps up this start. Only worry about him in deeper leagues though, as this offensive trend isn't likely to continue.
News: Bruins LW Steve Begin scored his first goal for Boston in Wednesday's win over the Predators.
Analysis: Begin has never been much of an offensive force before in his long NHL career, but is off to a great start in Boston with five points in his first eight games. Begin played on a line with Byron Bitz and Daniel Paille on Wednesday, but could see some scoring-line time if he keeps up this start. Only worry about him in deeper leagues though, as this offensive trend isn't likely to continue.
News:The Sports Xchange reports D Derek Morris and C Steve Begin -- two of the Bruins key free-agent signings -- both had two assists in the win Saturday night against the Hurricanes. Morris had his setups on the power play, the first two goals of the game. Begin has three assists in the first two games.
Analysis: Begin chose to sign with the Bruins in the offseason to reunite with Claude Julien, who coached Begin in Montreal. Begin saw what Julien did for Michael Ryder, who also played in Montreal, and figured he could have the same success. Thus far, it has been good times for Begin. Still, he is more of a lower-line presence. Begin has never been an elite offensive player and has done most of his damage on the defensive end. He is best left for Fantasy leagues that reward heavily for short-handed stats.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Bruins general manager Peter Chirarelli didn't sound like a man ready to wheel and deal when July 1 hit. "We're going to sit back," Chiarelli said on a conference call the previous day. "Unless there are certain players we like and we feel there are good fits for those players." He then went out on the first day and signed center Steve Begin to a one-year, $850,000 contract, hoping lightning strikes for the second straight year with a former Montreal player who played for Bruins coach Claude Julien. Last year, Michael Ryder was coming off a down year and was reborn in Boston under Julien. Now, Begin, who played his way out of Montreal to Dallas, is a Bruin playing under Julien. "Look at Ryder. A year ago in Montreal people thought he was done," Begin said. "Now he's playing for Claude and he had his best season last year. That's what it's like with Claude. He gave me a lot of ice time. He played me a lot. The most important thing is he listens to his players and gets the best out of you."
Analysis: Begin will likely center the fourth line and kill penalties, taking the place of the older Stephane Yelle, who was not asked to return after his one season with the B's. Begin totaled seven goals and 12 points in 62 games. He also had 185 hits and 38 blocked shots last season. Begin has never been an elite offensive player and has done most of his damage on the defensive end. He is best left for Fantasy leagues that reward heavily for short-handed stats.
News: The Bruins announced Wednesday they signed center Steve Begin to a one-year contract.
Analysis: Begin spent the 2008-09 season between Montreal and Dallas. He totaled seven goals and 12 points in 62 games. He also had 185 hits and 38 blocked shots. Begin has never been an elite offensive player and has done most of his damage on the defensive end. He is best left for Fantasy leagues that reward heavily for short-handed stats.
News: Stars C Steve Begin returned to the lineup Tuesday against the Canucks after missing two games with an upper-body injury. He tallied an assist and finished at plus-1 in 7:56 of ice time. Begin has one goal and one assist in 11 games with Dallas.
Analysis: Begin has logged a fair amount of PT since coming over in a late February trade from Montreal, but he is more important to Dallas as a faceoff specialist and penalty killer. Only use him in leagues that reward heavily for short-handed stats when healthy.
News: Dallas C Steve Begin was unable to play on Saturday against the Sharks due to an upper body injury sustained against the Canucks on Tuesday. He is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Canucks.
Analysis: Begin was added to the Stars' lineup from the Canadiens for penalty killing purposes. That is his strength and only value in Fantasy. Only use him in leagues that reward heavily for short-handed stats when healthy.
News: Dallas C Steve Begin was unable to play on Wednesday against the Flames due to an upper body injury sustained against the Canucks on Tuesday. He is questionable for Saturday's game at San Jose.
Analysis: Begin was added to the Stars' lineup from the Canadiens for penalty killing purposes. That is his strength and only value in Fantasy. Only use him in leagues that reward heavily for short-handed stats when healthy.
News: The Stars have acquired center Steve Begin from the Montreal Canadiens for defenseman Doug Janik. The deal announced Thursday gives Dallas depth after forward Brad Richards broke his right wrist. Richards could be out two months. "(Begin is) good on the penalty kill and he is a competitor in every sense of the word," Stars co-general manager Les Jackson said.
Analysis: The 30-year-old Begin has six goals and four assists in 42 games with the Canadiens. He has 84 points and 467 penalty minutes in 389 games. He has minimal Fantasy appeal outside of leagues that reward heavily for short-handed stats.
News: Canadiens C Steve Begin scored a goal and finished at plus-1 during Tuesday's game against the Thrashers. Officials allowed Begin's sixth goal even though the puck bounced off his skate, which appeared to be moving, to cut the lead to 3-2. It was his first point in nine games and first goal in 13 outings.
Analysis: Technically, Begin could still be mired in a scoring slump if the refs didn't cut him a break Tuesday. He notched his 10th point in his 35th game, so it's not like Begin is a heavyweight offensively. He is just roster depth for Montreal and has little to no Fantasy value.
News: C Steve Begin took one shot Thursday night against the Flyers and it went past G Antero Niittymaki for a goal. Begin also had an assist on the evening.
Analysis: Begin had failed to get on the stat sheet the past five games and that is more indicative of Begin's Fantasy potential than Thursday's game. Leave him on waivers in all leagues.
News: Canadiens C Steve Begin tallied a goal, added an assist and finished at plus-2 in 11:23 of ice time Thursday against the Rangers. Begin put Montreal up 2-0 at 10:37 when he scored for the second time in three games. He tipped Maxim Lapierre's pass beyond Henrik Lundqvist from the edge of the crease. "I went to the net and Max Lapierre just put it on my stick -- it was a tap-in," Begin said. "That's how we play. We shoot the puck and we drive the net."
Analysis: Begin has scored three times in his last six games and has been very productive on the Canadiens' lower lines. However, he is averaging less than 11 minutes per game and that just isn't going to intrigue Fantasy owners. Despite his recent run, Begin has little Fantasy appeal.
News:The Sports Xchange reports LW Steve Begin was a healthy scratch for nine of the Canadiens' first 14 games, but he has points in three of the last four games, including a goal Saturday against the Sabres.
Analysis: Despite scoring twice in his last four games, Begin is still mired on the team's fourth line. He is not logging a lot of PT and it might only be a matter of time before his numbers start to plummet again. Begin has little to no Fantasy appeal.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Canadiens LW Steve Begin returned to the lineup Saturday against the Blue Jackets after missing one game with a groin injury and had a game-high five hits.
Analysis: Begin is a lower line forward for the Canadiens and has never been a big-time offensive weapon. He is more of a checking forward and has little to no Fantasy value.
News: Canadiens LW Steve Begin missed Thursday's gmae against Pittsburgh because of a groin injury. He is on a day to day basis for the up coming games.
Analysis: With three goals and four assists for the season, Begin is not a recommended Fantasy option.
News: Canadiens C Steve Begin was finally back in the lineup for Montreal after being on the sideline since separating his left shoulder on Dec. 6 against these very same Boston Bruins. Perhaps a bit of a payback was that Begin had two assists in Montreal's 8-2 win on Tuesday.
Analysis: Begin played 9:38 minutes, but one has to say they were effective minutes. He took three shots on goal and finished a plus-2 for the game. Despite his two assists and overall good game, Begin is not a recommended Fantasy option at this time.
News: Canadiens C Steve Begin, who was expected back by the end of December, is likely to miss at least another 7-14 days with his shoulder injury, according to the Montreal Gazette.
Analysis: Begin has three goals and one assist in 25 games this season, but two of those goals came in one game on Nov. 21 against the Islanders. He was barely playing 12 minutes per game before getting hurt and plays on the lower lines for the Canadiens. He is not a recommended Fantasy option when healthy.
News: Center Bryan Smolinski will be out for six weeks after spraining his right knee against Boston on Dec. 6. Winger Steve Begin, who separated his left shoulder in the same game, will also miss two to three weeks, the team said Tuesday.
Analysis: Begin has three goals and one assist in 25 games this season. Two of his goals came in one game on Nov. 21 against the Islanders. He is barely playing 12 minutes per game and plays on the lower lines for the Canadiens. He is not a recommended Fantasy option when healthy.
News: Canadiens forwards Steve Begin and Bryan Smolinski will not play Saturday against the Hurricanes due to injuries, according to NHL.com. Begin suffered a bruised left shoulder and Smolinski injured his right knee in Montreal's 4-2 victory against the Bruins Thursday.
Analysis: Begin has three goals and one assist in 25 games this season. Two of his goals came in one game on Nov. 21 against the Islanders. He is barely playing 12 minutes per game and plays on the lower lines for the Canadiens. He is not a recommended Fantasy option when healthy.
News: Montreal forwards Steve Begin and Bryan Smolinski left Thursday's game against the Bruins with undisclosed injuries. Begin played for just 9:02 and finished at even without recording a point. Smolinski played for 9:12, also finishing at even and not recording a point.
Analysis: Begin has three goals and one assist in 25 games this season. Two of his goals came in one game on Nov. 21 against the Islanders. He is barely playing 12 minutes per game and plays on the lower lines for the Canadiens. He is not a recommended Fantasy option when healthy.
News:Steve Begin scored twice at the Islanders Wednesday. Begin made it 3-0 with a right side slap shot that beat Rick DiPietro again high to the glove side. It was just his third goal of the season.
Analysis: Begin is best known as a defensive forward. He scored two goals in a game for the second time in his career. The third-liner had two goals against Ottawa on Feb. 14, 2004. Begin also turned in a strong performance as a penalty-killer. The nine-year veteran plays on one of the Canadiens lower lines and is nothing more than a low-end Fantasy reserve when healthy.
News: Canadiens C Steve Begin (charley horse) returned to action Friday against the Sabres after missing the previous two games. He failed to record a point in 12:12 of ice time and finished with a minus-1.
Analysis: Begin has racked up one goal, one assist and a plus-3 in 16 games this season. The nine-year veteran plays on one of the Canadiens lower lines and is nothing more than a low-end Fantasy reserve when healthy.
News: Canadiens C Steve Begin was out of the lineup Saturday against the Senators because of a charley horse. He is day to day.
Analysis: Begin came into Saturday's tilt with one goal, one assist, a plus-4 rating and 13 penalty minutes. The nine-year veteran plays on one of the Canadiens lower lines and is nothing more than a low-end Fantasy reserve when healthy.
News: Begin scored his first goal of the season, breaking a four-game scoreless stretch, in Monday's game against the Bruins.
Analysis: Despite the goal, Begin is not a recommended Fantasy option even in the deepest of Fantasy leagues. The Canadiens will be back in action on Friday at Carolina.
News: Canadiens coach Guy Carbonneau sat left winger Guillaume Latendresse and center Steve Begin for Tuesday's game against the Panthers. Rookie center Mikhail Grabovski and left winger Garth Murray dressed in their place.
Analysis: Even when on the ice, Begin has just minimal Fantasy appeal at this point. The Canadiens will be back on the ice Thursday in Ottawa.
News: Steve Begin (foot) returned to the lineup for Monday's game against the Maple Leafs. He was scoreless with a minus-2 rating in 13:32 of ice time.
Analysis: Begin has displayed a penchant for injury lately and he is only worth using in the largest of Fantasy leagues at this point.
News: TSN.ca is reporting Steve Begin will be sidelined at least 10 days due to a broken bone in his right foot. He suffered the injury in Sunday's win at Columbus.
Analysis: Begin was walking with crutches and had the foot in a brace on Tuesday. The forward has been very injury prone this season and is not worth a look in most Fantasy leagues at this time.
News: Montreal did get forward Steve Begin back on Saturday when he was activated from the injured list after missing 27 games due to back spasms.
Analysis: Now that Begin is back in the lineup, he is not a recommended Fantasy option in most formats.
News: Begin (ribs) remained on injured reserve and he was unable to play in Thursday's game against the Senators.
Analysis: Begin remains day to day. He was reportedly near a return on Jan. 27, but he is still unable to play with no exact timetable.
News: TSN.ca reports Steve Begin (back, ribs) is skating with the team, but he is still not ready to return for Tuesday's game against the Hurricanes.
Analysis: Begin has just four points in 28 games, so he is only worth a look in the largest of Fantasy leagues at this point when healthy.
News: Canadiens C Steve Begin (ribs) remained on injured reserve Sunday against the Penguins.
Analysis: Begin was expected to be back by now, but it is Maxim Lapierre who continues to see ice time in his absence. Continue to keep Begin out of active Fantasy lineups.
News: Steve Begin (ribs) missed another game on Saturday against the Islanders.
Analysis: Begin was expected to be back by now, but it is Maxim Lapierre who continues to see ice time in his absence.
News: Steve Begin (ribs) remained on injured reserve for Thursday's game at Pittsburgh, as Maxim Lapierre played in his stead.
Analysis: Begin is nearing a return, but he remains sidelined for the time being with no certain date for playing. When healthy, he has no Fantasy appeal.
News: Steve Begin (ribs) was unable to return for Monday's game against the Senators.
Analysis: Begin is nearing a return, which might come as soon as Thursday's game at Pittsburgh. When healthy, he has very minimal Fantasy appeal.
News: Canadiens C Steve Begin (ribs) did not come off injured reserve Saturday against the Maple Leafs.
Analysis: Begin was expected to play Saturday, but could now make his return Monday against the Senators. However, he is not a recommended Fantasy option when healthy.
News: The Montreal Canadiens have assigned Maxim Lapierre to Hamilton of the AHL, as Steve Begin (ribs) is set to return from injured reserve.
Analysis: Steve Begin (ribs) is questionable for Saturday's game at Toronto. Neither is particularly useful from a Fantasy perspective.
News: Canadiens Steve Begin (ribs) missed his ninth straight game on Saturday against the Lightning.
Analysis: Begin remains day to day. Keep him reserved in all Fantasy leagues.
News: Steve Begin (ribs) missed his eighth straight game on Friday against the Panthers.
Analysis: Begin remains day to day. Keep him reserved in all Fantasy leagues.
News: Steve Begin (ribs) missed his seventh straight game on Wednesday night at Washington.
Analysis: Begin remains day to day. Keep him reserved in all Fantasy leagues.
News: Steve Begin (ribs) was unable to dress for Saturday's game against the Bruins, missing his fifth straight game.
Analysis: Begin remains day to day. When healthy, he is only worth using in the largest of Fantasy leagues at this point.
News: Steve Begin (ribs) was unable to dress for Thursday's game against the Flyers, missing his fourth straight game.
Analysis: Begin remains day to day. When healthy, he is only worth using in the largest of Fantasy leagues at this point.
News: Steve Begin (ribs) was out of the lineup again on Tuesday night at Buffalo.
Analysis: Begin remains day to day. With as well as Maxim Lapierre has played since being recalled to fill in for Begin, he might have a tough time cracking the roster in the short-term when he is healthy.
News: Canadiens C Steve Begin (ribs) did not play Saturday against the Penguins.
Analysis: Even when healthy, Begin is not a recommended Fantasy option.
News: Steve Begin (ribs) will miss Thursday's game against the Lightning, according to the team's flagship radio network. Maxim Lapierre will play in his absence.
Analysis: Begin is questionable for Saturday's game against Pittsburgh. Keep him reserved in all Fantasy leagues until he can officially return and prove his health.
News: Steve Begin (ribs) missed Tuesday's game against the Bruins due to sore ribs. Maxim Lapierre was recalled from the AHL to take his place.
Analysis: Begin is considered day to day. Neither he or Lapierre are useful from a Fantasy perspective.
News: Steve Begin missed practice due to sore ribs, according to the Montreal Gazette. His status for Tuesday's game against the Bruins is uncertain, but the team did recall Maxim Laperrier from Hamilton of the AHL as a precaution.
Analysis: Begin is considered day to day. When healthy, he is only worth a look in the very largest of Fantasy formats.
News: Steve Begin has posted 11 goals and nine assists and a plus-6 rating through 55 games with a team-best 97 penalty minutes at the Olympic Games break.
Analysis: Begin has been one of the most productive goons in Fantasy Hockey mainly due to his deft scoring touch around the net. He is worth a look in leagues of 12 or more teams which heavily reward PIM.
News: Steve Begin (neck) was able to play in Tuesday's game against the Penguins. He scored a goal, added an assist and had a plus-2 rating.
Analysis: It appears safe to get Begin back into the active Fantasy lineup in all larger leagues which allow daily transactions.
News: Steve Begin signed a two-year contract on Wednesday to remain with the Montreal Canadiens. The team also has an option for a third season.
Analysis: Begin collected 10 goals and five assists in 2003-04. He has only minimal Fantasy appeal.
News: Steve Begin (knee) was in the lineup for Saturday's Game 6 against the Bruins.
Analysis: Begin picked up an assist and plus-1 in 11:39 of ice time.
News: The Montreal Gazette reports Steve Begin (leg) will not play in Tuesday's Game 4 against the Bruins.
Analysis: Begin suffered the injury in Sunday's Game 2. He is not worth using in most postseason pools.
News: Steve Begin (flu) returned to the lineup for Saturday's game. He was scoreless and a plus-1 in 13:36 of ice time.
Analysis: It appears safe to get Begin back in the lineup in larger Fantasy leagues.
News: Steve Begin scored two goals at Ottawa Saturday. It was his first multiple-goal game of his career.
Analysis: Despite this outburst, Begin has limited Fantasy value.
News: Steve Begin (knee) was unable to play again on Saturday.
Analysis: Begin's return date is unclear. Keep him reserved in all larger Fantasy leagues.
News: The Montreal Gazette reports Steve Begin (shoulder) is suffering from a nerve problem is his left shoulder and will have an MRI on Wednesday.
Analysis: When healthy, Begin is best-known for his defense and is not a useful Fantasy option. He might return Thursday against the Predators.
News: Steve Begin made his Canadiens debut Thursday against Montreal after recovering from a shoulder injury. He was scoreless in the game.
Analysis: Begin is not a useful Fantasy player.
News: Begin and Chris Drury were traded to Buffalo on Thursday. The Flames receive Steve Reinprecht and Rhett Warrener in return. Begin is not a useful Fantasy player.
Analysis:
News: Begin missed Monday's game in San Jose with a broken nose. "I don't want to see him get smacked again," Flames coach Darryl Sutter told the Calgary Herald. "Not the fighting part of it, just the physical part of it. He gets hit again and he's banged up for an extended period of time." Begin, who is day to day, has minimal Fantasy value in leagues that reward penalty minutes.
Analysis:
News: Begin missed Tuesday's game. He continues to suffer from concussion-like symptoms. He will be re-evaluated on Wednesday. He has no Fantasy value.
Analysis:
News: Begin missed Saturday's game against Minnesota with concussion-like symptoms. The Calgary Herald reports that he skated Sunday morning but did not participate in the full practice. Begin, who is day to day, has no Fantasy value.
Analysis:
News: Begin missed his eighth straight game on Friday due to a shoulder injury. However, he has returned to practice and could return to action on Saturday in Vancouver.
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