News: Former Oilers, Red Wings, Coyotes and Maple Leafs C Boyd Devereaux broke his neck over the Christmas break while playing in Switzerland. The break to his C-7 vertebra will cause him to miss six weeks of action.
Analysis: Devereaux played 23 games for the Leafs last season, and his NHL career might not be over at just 31. Continue to ignore him in all formats, however.
News: Maple Leafs LW Boyd Devereaux tallied a short-handed score, added an assist and finished at plus-2 during Friday's game against the Sabres. Devereaux opened the scoring for Toronto when he beat Ryan Miller 16:36 into the second for his first goal of the season. He has all four of his points in the last six games.
Analysis: Devereaux has been with Toronto since late February because of a rash of injuries. The veteran forward has never been an elite scorer and is more on the ice for his defensive presence. Devereaux has limited Fantasy appeal.
News: The Toronto Maple Leafs have recalled LW Bates Battaglia and LW Boyd Devereaux from the AHL.
Analysis: The 33-year-old Battaglia spent most of last season in the AHL and has no Fantasy value at this time. Devereaux is also a veteran who is not worth owning in Fantasy play.
News: Maples Leafs RW Mark Bell, LW Boyd Devereaux and D Staffan Kronwall have all cleared waivers and will start the season with the Toronto Marlies (AHL).
Analysis: Bell has 20-goal potential, but now finds himself useless in Fantasy play as he has no NHL job. Devereaux and Kronwall can continue to be ignored.
News: The Toronto Maple Leafs have waived LW Boyd Devereaux and D Staffan Kronwall.
Analysis: Neither of these players has much Fantasy value, so continue to ignore them.
News: Maple Leafs LW Boyd Devereaux, who has been out of commission since Feb. 19 with a knee injury, will return to action Tuesday night against the Bruins.
Analysis: Devereaux isn't a big time points guy and should only be considered a Fantasy reserve at this time.
News: Toronto Maple Leafs forward Boyd Devereaux is out indefinitely with a right knee injury. Devereaux suffered his injury in the late going of Toronto's 3-1 win over the Columbus Blue Jackets on Tuesday.
Analysis: It was initially thought Devereaux would be sidelined for just a few days, but the injury is more serious and will keep him out between foru and six weeks rather than days. Devereaux, along with Dominic Moore and Chad Kilger, had been part of the Leafs most productive line in recent games. Devereaux has no Fantasy value at this time.
News: Maple Leafs LW Boyd Devereaux suffered a groin injury of undetermined severity in Tuesday's win over Columbus, reports The Sports Xchange.
Analysis: Devereaux had assists in back-to-back games before getting hurt, but only has 18 points this season. He has no Fantasy value at this time.
News: After Atlanta goalie Kari Lehtonen left the net to help a teammate behind the left circle, Maple Leafs LW Boyd Devereaux took the puck, quickly skated behind the net before Lehtonen could return and flipped the puck around the right post for his fourth goal during the first period of Friday's game. He finished at plus-1.
Analysis: Devereaux has one goal and four assists in his last seven games. This is the most productive he has been all season and that is not saying much. He is not a big time points guy and should only be considered a Fantasy reserve at this time.
News: Maple Leafs LW Boyd Devereaux scored a goal and finished with a plus-1 rating in 16 minutes of ice time Friday against the Sabres. He has all three of his points (2 G, 1 A) in his last seven games.
Analysis: Devereaux missed a few games earlier in the season with a back issue, but has been playing the last few weeks. He is not a big time points guy and should only be considered a Fantasy reserve at this time.
News: TSN.ca is reporting Boyd Devereaux will skate with the red hot Nik Antropov, who leads the Toronto Maple Leafs with seven goals, and prospect Jiri Tlusty, who will make his NHL debut in Thursday's game at Pittsburgh.
Analysis: Devereaux is scoreless in seven games with 10 shots on goal. He was able to return to the lineup on Tuesday against Atlanta after missing a couple of games due to a back injury. His Fantasy value is minimal, although skating alongside Antropov and a playmaker like Tlusty might help him get rid of that goose egg.
News: Maple Leafs LW Boyd Devereaux (back) did not return to action Saturday against the Blackhawks. It was the third straight game he missed.
Analysis: Devereaux is considered day to day. When healthy, he is only worth a look in the deepest of Fantasy leagues at this point.
News: Boyd Devereaux (back) was unable to play in Thursday's game against the Panthers, missing his second straight game.
Analysis: Devereaux is considered day to day. When healthy, he is only worth a look in the deepest of Fantasy leagues at this point.
News: The Toronto Star reports Boyd Devereaux was forced to miss practice on Tuesday due to a bruised back. However, the fourth liner is still expected to skate on Thursday night against Florida.
Analysis: Devereaux is far more valuable to his real team than to Fantasy owners, as he plays on the checking line for the Maple Leafs.
News:The Sports Xchange notes: LW Boyd Devereaux (back spasms) was a scratch in Buffalo Monday, allowing F Bates Battaglia to return to the lineup after he was scratched two games for a poor effort in a 7-1 loss to Carolina on Oct. 9.
Analysis: Devereaux is only worth a look in the deepest of formats at this point.
News: C Nik Antropov was dropped to the team's third line with Boyd Devereaux and John Pohl for Thursday's game against the Islanders. Antropov chipped in with a goal and assist, while Devereaux and Pohl were scoreless.
Analysis: Antropov remains a useful No. 3 Fantasy center in leagues of 12 or more teams, while Devereaux and Pohl are only worth a look in the deepest of formats at this point. The Maple Leafs host the Penguins on Saturday.
News: The Toronto Maple Leafs re-signed journeyman Boyd Devereaux to a two-year contract, locking up the hustling fan favorite who has finally found a home in Toronto.
Analysis: Devereaux managed 19 points, mostly playing on the team's checking like with Bates Battaglia and John Pohl. Despite his decent production for the Leafs, he is far more valuable to his real team than Fantasy owners heading into the 2007-08 season.
News: Boyd Devereaux, Pavel Kubina, Yanic Perreault and Alexei Ponikarovsky each scored goals in Tuesday's 6-1 rout of the Carolina Hurricanes, as the Maple Leafs won their season-high sixth straight game on home ice. Perreault also added an assist.
Analysis: Devereaux has really been a spark plug for the Maple Leafs and is quickly becoming a fan favorite for his hard work. Unfortunately, he is still way more valuable to his real team than to Fantasy owners.
News: Boyd Devereaux (forearm, wrist) was back in the lineup on Tuesday against the Sabres after missing the past five games.
Analysis: When healthy, he is only worth a look in the largest of Fantasy leagues.
News: Boyd Devereaux (forearm, wrist) remained sidelined for Monday's game at Montreal, his fifth straight game as a scratch.
Analysis: Devereaux remains day to day. Keep him reserved in all larger Fantasy leagues until he can officially return and prove his health.
News: Maple Leafs LW Boyd Devereaux (forearm, wrist) was not in uniform Saturday against the Flyers.
Analysis: The checking line forward remains day to day. When healthy, he is only worth a look in the largest of Fantasy leagues.
News: Boyd Devereaux (forearm, wrist) was sidelined again on Thursday at N.Y. Islanders.
Analysis: The checking line forward remains day to day. When healthy, he is only worth a look in the largest of Fantasy leagues.
News: Coach Paul Maurice told the Toronto Sun that he does not expect Boyd Devereaux (wrist) to play on Tuesday against the Bruins. "I can't say when I'll be back," Devereaux said. "Right now I'm just taking it day by day."
Analysis: Devereaux has very minimal Fantasy appeal when he is in the lineup. Keep him reserved in all larger leagues at this point.
News: The Toronto Star reports Boyd Devereaux missed Saturday's game against the Oilers due to a forearm and wrist injury. Brendan Bell, normally a defenseman, was plugged into the lineup at forward in his absence.
Analysis: Devereaux has been impressive on the fourth line for the Maple Leafs, but he is only worth a look in the largest of Fantasy formats at this point when healthy.
News: Maple Leafs forward Boyd Devereaux returned on Tuesday at St. Louis after missing three games with a sprained ankle. He was scoreless with a shot on goal in 12:56 of ice time.
Analysis: It appears safe to get Devereaux back into the active Fantasy lineup in all larger leagues.
News: Maple Leafs LW Boyd Devereaux (ankle) missed his third straight game Saturday against the Senators.
Analysis: Devereaux remains day to day. Keep him reserved in all larger Fantasy leagues until he can officially return and prove his health.
News: Boyd Devereaux (ankle) missed his second straight game on Wednesday night at N.Y. Rangers.
Analysis: Devereaux remains day to day. Keep him reserved in all larger Fantasy leagues until he can officially return and prove his health.
News: Boyd Devereaux (ankle) missed Tuesday's game at Carolina, his first game out of the lineup after being injured on Saturday night.
Analysis: Devereaux is considered day to day. Keep him reserved in all larger Fantasy leagues until he can officially return and prove his health.
News: According to published reports, Boyd Devereaux suffered an ankle injury in Saturday's game against the Canadiens and he is doubtful to play in Tuesday's game at Carolina.
Analysis: Devereaux has really hustled around and he has eight points in 12 games to show for his efforts since being recalled from the Marlies. If you use him in larger Fantasy leagues, keep him reserved until he can officially play and prove his health.
News: LW Boyd Devereaux has been a nice addition to the Maple Leafs, recording eight points in 10 games since being recalled from the Toronto Marlies at the end of December. Devereaux signed a one-year, two-way contract with the Leafs in October. "Initially, I was not banking on playing here by any means," Devereaux said. "I thought I might play the whole season down there. But I was in the right mindset to go down and give it my best. I learned some lessons."
Analysis: If you are looking for a low-end Fantasy forward, Devereaux could be worth adding to Fantasy rosters, if he can keep up his scoring pace.
News: John Pohl had a goal and two assists in Thursday's 10-2 romp at Boston, while Boyd Devereaux, Tomas Kaberle and Ian White also chipped in with two assists.
Analysis: Despite the solid offensive productivity on Thursday, Devereaux is only a recommended Fantasy option in the largest of leagues.
News: The Leafs are expecting to get some healthy bodies back in the next few days, but aren't likely to return C/RW Boyd Devereaux to the Marlies too soon. He now has points in his first three games and coach Paul Maurice indicated one of the long-term injury reserve spots would be kept open for him for now.
Analysis: Devereaux is someone worth keeping an eye on. If he continues to rack up points, he could be a possible stopgap Fantasy option.
News: Boyd Devereaux scored a goal and added two assists and a plus-2 rating in 10:32 of ice time in Tuesday's game at Detroit, helping to sink his former mates.
Analysis: Devereaux had just five points (2 G, 3 A) over the past 22 games, so don't get too excited about his big performance and grab him in your Fantasy league just yet.
News: Boyd Devereaux has posted six goals, 10 assists and a minus-6 rating through 56 games at the Olympic break.
Analysis: Devereaux has never been a highly consistent offensive weapon and this season is no exception. He remains useful only in the largest of Fantasy leagues which reward PIM.
News: Boyd Devereaux (ankle) was able to play in Thursday's game against the Stars, but he played sparingly in the loss.
Analysis: It appears safe to get Devereaux back into the active Fantasy lineup in all larger leagues which allow daily moves.
News: The Arizona Republic reports Boyd Devereaux is out due to an ankle injury for Tuesday's game against Chicago, but he might return on Thursday against Dallas.
Analysis: Devereaux should be reserved in all larger Fantasy leagues which allow daily transactions.
News: Boyd Devereaux was scoreless in his second straight game on Tuesday against the Blues.
Analysis: Devereaux had shown some signs of life at the beginning of the month, posting two goals and an assist in four games, but he is returning back to normal. Avoid him in all Fantasy leagues.
News: Devereaux signed a one-year contract with the Coyotes on Monday.
Analysis: Devereaux might see a slight increase with Phoenix, as he was buried on the depth chart in Detroit over the past four seasons. He is still only worth using as a reserve in larger leagues.
News: Boyd Devereaux (facial lacerations) was a healthy scratch for Sunday's game against the Flyers.
Analysis: Devereaux is best used as a reserve in larger Fantasy leagues.
News: Boyd Devereaux (facial lacerations) missed his second straight game on Tuesday at Vancouver.
Analysis: Devereaux is considered day to day. When healthy, he has no Fantasy value.
News: Boyd Devereaux missed Monday's game at Edmonton due to facial lacerations.
Analysis: Devereaux is considered day to day. When healthy, he has no Fantasy value.
News: Boyd Devereaux missed Tuesday's practice with a groin injury, but the Detroit News reports that he is expected to play Wednesday against Columbus.
Analysis: Devereaux has only minimal Fantasy appeal when healthy.
News: Boyd Devereaux made his preseason debut in Tuesday's game against Ottawa, according to the Detroit Free Press. He has recovered from a groin injury.
Analysis: Devereaux is still not worth drafting in Fantasy leagues.
News: Boyd Devereaux missed his third straight exhibition game Wednesday due to a groin injury, according to the Detroit News. He said the injury is unrelated to his May hernia surgery.
Analysis: When healthy, Devereaux is not a useful Fantasy player.
News: The Red Wings activated Devereaux from injured reserve prior to Thursday's game against Montreal. He had a minus-2 in the game, and is not someone worth adding to a Fantasy roster unless he goes on an extended hot streak.
Analysis:
News: Devereaux (thumb) practiced for the second straight day Wednesday and has been cleared to play Thursday against Montreal. He will skate as the left wing on a line with Pavel Datsyuk and Brett Hull, but won't warrant any Fantasy attention unless he goes on an extended hot streak.
Analysis:
News: Devereaux (broken thumb) participated in Tuesday's practice and might return Thursday against Montreal. He is about a week ahead of the original prognosis for recovery, and would skate on a line with Pavel Datsyuk and Brett Hull. Devereaux has minimal Fantasy value, and you shouldn't consider picking him up unless he gets off to a hot start.
Analysis:
News: Devereaux will travel with the Red Wings on their west-coast trip this week but is still unable to play due to a broken left thumb. He will have an X-ray Oct. 14 in Detroit, and might be fitted with a hand cast that would allow him to play. The Detroit News reports that Devereaux might return Oct. 21 against Calgary.
Analysis:
News: Devereaux, who suffered a broken left thumb recently, resumed skating Wednesday without handling the puck, according to the Detroit Free Press. Because he won't be ready for the start of the regular season, he should not be drafted in any Fantasy league.
Analysis:
News: Devereaux will miss about one month after suffering a broken left thumb during Friday's exhibition opener. He might be able to return in time for the Oct. 21 game against Calgary, but isn't worth drafting after this injury.
Analysis:
News: Devereaux, out with a severe concussion since April 1, will miss the rest of the playoffs. The 22-year-old Devereaux was hurt in a game against the Phoenix Coyotes. MRI tests showed he suffered a bruising of the brain.
Analysis:
News: Devereaux will be sidelined indefinitely after suffering a severe concussion in Saturday's 4-3 overtime win over Phoenix. Devereaux was injured when he was hit by Dallas Drake of the Coyotes with four minutes left in the second period. He was taken to a hospital for overnight observation and released when both a cat scan and X-rays proved negative.
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