News:Francois Beauchemin will undergo surgery soon to repair a torn ACL, Eric Stephens of the Orange County Register reports.
Analysis: General manager Bob Murray said Francois Beauchemin played with the torn ACL for a while. A timetable for his return is unknown.
News:Francois Beauchemin was credited with an assist and a goal in the Ducks' loss to the Red Wings in Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Sunday.
Analysis: During the Ducks' brief postseason run, Francois Beauchemin was tied for the most points of anyone on the team. Despite his team getting knocked out of the playoffs, the Ducks will certainly look to Beauchemin as they try to go further next season.
News:Francois Beauchemin picked up an assist in the third period of the Ducks' 4-3 overtime loss to the Red Wings in Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Friday.
Analysis: Friday's assist continues Francois Beauchemin's strong start to the playoffs, giving him four points during the Ducks' first six games in this postseason.
News:Francois Beauchemin was credited with an assist towards the end of the second period in the Ducks' 3-2 overtime win over the Red Wings in Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Wednesday.
Analysis:Francois Beauchemin has had a fairly solid start to the postseason, with three points in the first five games of the Ducks' opening round playoff series.
News:Francois Beauchemin was credited with an assist midway through the second period of the Ducks' 5-4 overtime loss to the Red Wings in Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Thursday.
Analysis: After a four-game-long pointless streak, Francois Beauchemin picked up two points in the last three games of the regular season and in both of the Ducks' games in the postseason. With this recent increase in productivity, the Ducks may look to him more often when the team goes to Detroit to continue the series on Saturday.
News:Francois Beauchemin scored an empty-net goal to finish off Tuesday's Game 1 win over Detroit.
Analysis: Beachemin's coming off perhaps the best season of his career at age 32, totaling 24 points and a career-high plus-19 in 48 games. Though he'd recorded just three points in April, two of them came in the final three games of the season, so he's getting his act together at the right time.
News:Francois Beauchemin scored a goal at the beginning of the second period of the Ducks' 5-3 loss to the Coyotes on Thursday.
Analysis: After a recent cold streak, Francois Beauchemin now has two points in his last three games.
News:Francois Beauchemin was credited with an assist during the first period of the Ducks' 3-0 shutout of the Oilers on Monday.
Analysis: Monday's assist snaps a four-game-long pointless streak for Francois Beauchemin. Beauchemin's productivity has been down recently, with him having logged only one assist in his 11 previous games.
News:Francois Beauchemin was credited with an assist during the second period of the Ducks' 4-1 loss to the Avalanche on Wednesday.
Analysis: Wednesday's assist snaps a six-game-long pointless streak for Francois Beauchemin.
News:Francois Beauchemin had two assists in the Ducks' 2-1 win over the western conference leading Blackhawks on Friday.
Analysis:Francois Beauchemin now has four points in the last three games. Additionally, he has averaged just under 24 minutes of ice time per game during that stretch. Given his recent productivity, he will likely see even more time when the Ducks travel to Columbus on Sunday.
News:Francois Beauchemin had a pair of goals in Monday's win over the Sharks.
Analysis: On a team that is filled with surprising stories this season, Francois Beauchemin continues to pen an interesting tale of his own, as he's now sitting with 18 points (4 G, 14 A) and a plus-19 rating through 28 games in the shortened season. A career year at age 32? Enjoy the ride, as the Ducks are not showing any signs of slowing down at this point.
News:Francois Beauchemin had three helpers against the Blues on Sunday. He was also a plus-2 and saw 24:27 of ice time.
Analysis:Francois Beauchemin is having an impressive season, and he has 16 points in 24 games and is a whopping plus-17.
News:Francois Beauchemin scored his first goal of the season in Tuesday's shootout loss to the Sharks.
Analysis:Francois Beauchemin's goal was his first point in five games, and he has just four shots on goal so far this season. Suffice to say, this goal doesn't portend a future scoring burst from him.
Ducks' Beauchemin Poised To Return For Training Camp
News:Francois Beauchemin (right shoulder) said he'll be ready for training camp Sept. 21, the Orange County Register reports.
Analysis:Francois Beauchemin underwent surgery to repair a torn labtrum in April after dealing with the injury throughout the second half. He'll likely get further evaluations from medical personnel before he's cleared to play, but he said he's been skating for a month and only dealt with initial stiffness before feeling fine.
News:Francois Beauchemin will undergo shoulder surgery, AnaheimDucks.com reports.
Analysis: It's not clear at this point what sort of procedure Francois Beauchemin will undergo, nor how long of a recovery he might face.
News:Francois Beauchemin saw 23:49 of ice-time in the Ducks' 4-0 loss to the Coyotes on Saturday.
Analysis:Francois Beauchemin has been playing a lot recently and has not seen less than 20 minutes a game since January 8th against the Blue Jackets.
News:Francois Beauchemin netted the second goal for the Ducks in a solid victory over San Jose on Monday. He also saw a whopping 27:02 in ice time.
Analysis: The power-play goal was number eight for Francois Beauchemin this season. Not a bad effort considering he has only 38 goals in 482 career NHL games.
News:Francois Beauchemin scored the Ducks' first goal in a 3-2 OT loss to the Avalanche on Monday, his sixth of the season.
Analysis: The goal was the blueliner's seventh of the season and 37th of his career. The 31-year-old Quebec native had an impressive 29 minutes of ice time, his highest in 10 games.
News:Francois Beauchemin is on a mini-streak with seven points in his last 13 games for the Ducks.
Analysis: The defenceman is currently on pace for 29 points, which would be his highest tally since the 2005/06 season. He is also tied for sixth in the NHL with an average ice-time of 26:01.
News:Francois Beauchemin blocked a whopping nine shots in Saturday's win over the Senators, the Orange County Register reports.
Analysis:Francois Beauchemin dispelled any concerns that he might coast after signing a big contract extension earlier this week.
News:Francois Beauchemin has signed a three-year contract extension with Anaheim worth $10.5 million, the Ducks' official site reports.
Analysis: The defenseman has 18 points in 45 games played this season. Francois Beauchemin has been heating up lately, but he is not known for his defense, so beware in fantasy.
Ducks' Beauchemin Gets Three Points In Win Wednesday
News:Francois Beauchemin scored two goals and added an assist in Anaheim's 6-2 win over Phoenix on Wednesday. He now has seven points (2G, 5A) over his last six games.
Analysis: After not recording a point for nine straight games, Francois Beauchemin has started to heat up in the month of January. He's not known for his offense so don't let his recent hot play fool you. His career-high for points in a season is 34 which he set back in the 2005-06 season.
News:Francois Beauchemin had only two points in the month of December and has been held pointless in his last six games.
Analysis:Francois Beauchemin's goal and assist came in back-to-back contests and are his only points in December. The blueliner has managed to post an even plus/minus through Decemeber, which is no small accomplishment considering the Ducks have posted the third worst team plus/minus in the league.
News:Francois Beauchemin (flu) returned to practice Tuesday, the Orange County Register reports.
Analysis:Francois Beauchemin should play Wednesday against the Preds, comprising the Ducks' second defensive pairing along with Cam Fowler.
News:Francois Beauchemin missed practice Monday with the flu, the Ducks' official Twitter feed reports.
Analysis: For now, he's considered day-to-day and the bug appears to be going through the Ducks' locker room as Saku Koivu also missed Monday's practice with illness.
News:Francois Beauchemin avoided a disciplinary hearing for his hit on the Preds' Mike Fisher on Saturday, the Orange County Register reports.
Analysis: Instead, Francois Beauchemin skated his customary shifts in Sunday's loss to Columbus.
News:Francois Beauchemin could face discipline from the NHL head office for a high hit that knocked the Preds' Mike Fisher out of the game Saturday, the Orange County-Register reports.
Analysis:Francois Beauchemin maintains that it was a clean, shoulder-to-shoulder hit, whereas the Preds thought it was a head shot.
News:Francois Beauchemin narrowly avoided a significant eye injury Monday night when he was hit by a deflected puck, the Orange County Register reports.
Analysis:Francois Beauchemin needed eight to 10 stitches above his eye, but his visor might have saved him from a direct hit. He returned to the game nearly immediately.
News:Francois Beauchemin posted two assists as Anaheim rolled over Vancouver on Saturday night, 4-1.
Analysis: He's a top-4 rearguard, but not top-2, and he probably won't see much time with the extra man. Don't expect too many multi-point nights from him this season.
News: Beauchemin has two assists and a plus-2 rating through four games in Anaheim's series against Nashville.
Analysis: It seems like he is unaffected by whatever undisclosed ailment he was dealing with toward the end of last week.
News: Beauchemin skipped practice Thursday with an undisclosed ailment, according to the Los Angeles Times.
Analysis: Beauchemin's injury reportedly has been bothering him for two weeks, but he still stayed in the lineup. By skipping practice it allowed the defenseman to rest whatever's ailing him to be in better condition for Friday night against Nashville. In 81 regular season games played, the blueliner tallied 17 points (5G 12A) with a minus-8 rating.
News: Beauchemin skated 16-plus minutes in his first game back with the Ducks on Wednesday.
Analysis: Beauchemin will be used primarily in a defensive role with the Ducks. He didn't register any points or even any shots on net, and had just 15 seconds on ice when the Ducks were on the power play.
News: The Ducks have acquired Beauchemin from the Leafs in exchange for Joffrey Lupul, defenseman Jake Gardiner and a conditional 2013 draft pick, according to Darren Dreger of TSN.
Analysis: Beauchemin will bolster the Ducks' blue line as they try to secure one of the final playoff spots in the West with a good stretch run. He'd been reportedly on the block by the Leafs for a while, as they continue to rebuild. This will be Beauchemin's second tour with Anaheim, and the second time in his career the Ducks have traded for him.
News: Beauchemin picked up just his second goal of the season in Saturday's loss to the Sabres.
Analysis: His fantasy value is sorely limited in Toronto but don't dismiss him just yet. He's a likely candidate to be moved before the trade deadline and his offensive game could definitely pick up in the right situation. Remember how he looked beside Scott Niedermayer?
News: Beauchemin picked up two assists and finished at plus-3 Thursday night against St. Louis.
Analysis: Beauch has just eight points on the season and without muscle, his value is virtually zero in the fantasy world.
News: A number of teams have expressed interest in Beauchemin, reports the Toronto Sun.
Analysis: The blue liner has a limited no-trade clause but don't expect the Leafs to just give the struggling defenceman away -- after all, he was an All-Star before he came to Toronto. And he's also a strong leader in the room. But a trade is exactly what Beauchemin's fantasy value needs. Keep an eye on this.
News: Beauchemin picked up two assists Saturday in a loss to the Canucks.
Analysis: He's logging heavy minutes for the Buds but the points are just his fourth and fifth of the season. He doesn't deliver PIMs, either, so his value is extremely limited.
News: Beauchemin continues to get plenty of action on Toronto's blue line, averaging 23:19 of ice time in seven games.
Analysis: Beauchemin is more adept at shutting down opponents than creating offense on his own. However, he gets consistent time on the power play and is capable of delivering respectable assist totals this year.
News: Maple Leafs D Francois Beauchemin was able to play on Thursday against the Lightning despite battling an illness. He had no points in 28:41 of ice time and finished at minus-1. He is minus-2 in his last three games and has no points in his last four contests.
Analysis: While Beauchemin has hit 20 points for the fourth time in his last five seasons, he has also endured the circumstances of moving from a contender to a pretender. Beauchemin currently had a career-worst minus-15 mark and we aren't sure he is going to have much room to improve it down the stretch. Beauchemin has low-end Fantasy appeal when healthy.
News: 640AM out of Toronto reports that Maple Leafs D Francois Beauchemin was sick Wednesday and missed practice.
Analysis: Beauchemin played very well in December with 10 point in 16 games, but he has only five points in 25 games since then. That has resulted in his Fantasy value dropping like a stone, and the former Duck should only be used in super-deep formats when he's healthy.
News: Toronto D Francois Beauchemin recorded a goal on Tuesday during a 3-0 shutout win over New Jersey. The defenseman scored his fifth goal of the season and it came in the third period on a power play. It was the final goal of the game.
Analysis: Beauchemin is now on a three-game point streak with three points over that span (2 assists, 1 goal). He has 23 points on the year for Toronto. Beauchemin is one of the Maple Leafs' top blueliners, but he remains a low-end Fantasy flier.
News: Maple Leafs D Francois Beauchemin failed to record a point and finished at minus-2 on Friday against the Capitals. He has no goals, one assist and a minus-2 rating in eight January games.
Analysis: Beauchemin had his best month of the season in December, totaling two goals and 10 points in 16 games. Too bad he hasn't been able to carry that over into January. Beauchemin is one of the Maple Leafs' top blueliners, but he remains a low-end Fantasy flier.
News: Toronto D Francois Beauchemin scored a power play goal to open the scoring on Wednesday in a 3-2 win over the Islanders. Beauchemin's goal came on a slap shot 6:03 into the first period. It was his third goal of the season and 13th overall point.
Analysis: Beacuehemin now has a point in four of his last five games with three assists and a goal to his credit. He is not going to ever put up huge numbers but he is a player worth getting active in deeper formats.
News: Maple Leafs D Francois Beauchemin scored a goal and tallied an assist on Saturday against the Flames, but he was also at minus-4. Niklas Hagman was screening Miikka Kiprusoff when Beauchemin one-timed a point shot into the net at 5:24 of the first. It was his second goal of the season -- both coming on the power play.
Analysis: While Beauchemin has shown some offensive improvement as of late, his defense is still lacking. He has dropped to minus-9 on the season. The Maple Leafs aren't about to bench Beauchemin, but they still expect more from the veteran blueliner. Continue to view Beauchemin as a low-end Fantasy defenseman.
News: Toronto D Francois Beauchemin scored his first goal of the season on Tuesday during a 4-1 loss to the Avalanche. Beauchemin netted a power play goal to open the scoring in the 2nd period.
Analysis: Beauchemin had just two points coming into Tuesday's contest over his first five games. Beauchemin is a good two-way player and will be on the ice in all situations for Toronto. Still, he remains more of a low-end Fantasy flier at this time.
News:The Sports Xchange reports D Francois Beauchemin was brought in to settle the Maple Leafs defense down. But he was a minus-five through five periods, until the team rallied for three third-period goals in Saturday's 6-4 loss to Washington. He and sophomore D Luke Schenn aren't yet 100 percent comfortable. "I have to be better; we have to be better," Beauchemin said.
Analysis: Beauchemin, who has one assist in two games, has made the move from Anaheim to Toronto. He better get used to some trying nights since the Maple Leafs aren't top contenders. Beauchemin is a good two-way player and will be on the ice in all situations for Toronto. Still, he remains more of a low-end Fantasy flier.
News: The Maple Leafs signed free agent defenseman Francois Beauchemin to a three-year deal Monday. "Francois will be a welcome addition to our blue line," Maple Leafs GM Brian Burke said Monday in a statement. "He’s a rock-solid, steady defender that will add character to our team."
Analysis: Beauchemin, who spent the last four seasons with Anaheim, suffered through an injury- plagued season in 2008-09 that saw him miss all but 20 regular-season games after suffering a torn ACL in November. He returned for the final two games of the regular season and was able to skate in all 13 of the Ducks' playoff games. He had four goals and five points during the regular season. His biggest asset has always been defense, but he has some decent passing skills as well. Beauchemin will be a low-end Fantasy flier in deeper formats Draft Day. He will also have value in leagues that reward heavily for short-handed stats.
News: The Orange County Register reports Ducks general manager Bob Murray fully expects defenseman Francois Beauchemin to test the free agent waters when he becomes an unrestricted free agent July 1. "I think he's all along kind of wanted to get to free agency and see what his value is and see what's out there," Murray said. "I agree with it. It may sound strange coming from a GM. But some of these guys who work their way up through the ranks like Frankie kind deserve (a look at free agency)."
Analysis: Beauchemin has been a staple on the Ducks' blue line since 2005-06 and it might be a bit weird to see him in a different sweater next season. But his return to Anaheim hinges on whether or not Scott Niedermayer retires. Beauchemin played in only 62 regular-season games in 2008-09 because of a knee injury. He scored four goals and totaled five points. His biggest asset has always been defense, but he has some decent passing skills as well. Beauchemin will be a low-end Fantasy flier in deeper formats Draft Day regardless of where he signs. He will also have value in leagues that reward heavily for short-handed stats.
News: The Ducks received a big lift Friday against the Stars when defenseman Francois Beauchemin returned to the lineup after missing 62 games while recovering from a left knee injury. Beauchemin was given a lengthy ovation when he held the puck behind the Ducks' net during his first shift. He didn't have a point in 15:23 of ice time and finished at plus-1.
Analysis: The Ducks were really holding out hope that Beauchemin would be back in time for the playoffs and it seems their wishes came true. The veteran defenseman has been a solid two-way player for Anaheim the last few seasons, but he is coming off a major knee injury and that is of some concern heading into 2009-10. Beauchemin will be an injury-risk sleeper on Draft Day.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Ducks D Francois Beauchemin was thought to be lost for the season after having suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee during the third period of a 4-3 overtime loss to visiting Nashville on Nov. 14. Beauchemin, however, began light skating Jan. 28, leaving open the possibility he might play before the end of the season. Beauchemin underwent reconstructive surgery Nov. 20.
Analysis: Even if Beauchemin does return this season, it will be in late in the year and might only happen if the Ducks are in good position to make the playoffs. Otherwise, Beauchemin is likely to take the rest of the year off. He is not worth stashing in Fantasy leagues.
News:The Sports Xchange reports nothing has changed with the status of Ducks defenseman Francois Beauchemin, who could be lost for the season after having suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee during Nov. 16 game against Nashville. Beauchemin, who was hurt when he took a body check from Predators C Scott Nichol, underwent reconstructive surgery Nov. 20.
Analysis: The original diagnosis was for Beauchemin to miss the entire season after the injury and it doesn't appear the recovery timetable has changed. He might make a return in time for the playoffs, but Fantasy owners should cut bait with the Ducks defenseman.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Ducks D Francois Beauchemin is almost certainly lost for the season after having suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee during the third period of a 4-3, overtime loss to visiting Nashville on Nov. 16. Beauchemin, who was hurt when he took a body check from Predators center Scott Nichol, underwent reconstructive surgery Nov. 20.
Analysis: The original diagnosis was for Beauchemin to miss the entire season after the injury and it doesn't appear the recovery timetable has changed. He might make a return in time for the playoffs, but Fantasy owners should cut bait with the Ducks defenseman.
News: The Toronto Globe and Mail reports that Ducks D Francois Beauchemin underwent surgery Thursday to repair a torn ACL in his left knee.
Analysis: Beauchemin had four goals and one assist in 18 games this season. He was tied for the second-most playing time on the team. Beauchemin is still more of a low-end Fantasy option at this time, however, so your team shouldn't be feeling a major hit with this loss. Out six months, Beauchemin will likely miss the rest of the regular season, at least. Ryan and Festerling are only long-term keepers, at best, for the time being.
News: Anaheim Ducks defenseman Francois Beauchemin will miss about six months after tearing the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee. An MRI done Saturday revealed the tear that Beauchemin sustained in a 4-3 overtime loss to Nashville on Friday. He will be placed on long-term injured reserve. The Ducks recalled forward Bobby Ryan and defenseman Brett Festerling from their AHL affiliate in Iowa. "This is an unfortunate injury for Francois and we feel badly for him," general manager Bob Murray said. "However, knowing his character as a player and person, we know he will rebound from this and return to the ice at full strength."
Analysis: Beauchemin had four goals and one assist in 18 games this season. He was tied for the second-most playing time on the team. Beauchemin is still more of a low-end Fantasy option at this time, however, so your team shouldn't be feeling a major hit with this loss. Out six months, Beauchemin will likely miss the rest of the regular season, at least. Ryan and Festering are only long-term keepers, at best, for the time being.
News:Francois Beauchemin batted in a rebound 1:39 into overtime, Teemu Selanne scored three goals for his 21st NHL hat trick and Ryan Getzlaf had five assists to lead the Anaheim Ducks to a 5-4 victory against the Detroit Red Wings on Wednesday night in a matchup of the past two Stanley Cup champions. Getzlaf set up the winner by stickhandling around Brian Rafalski and skating in on goalie Chris Osgood, who attempted a poke-check that sent the puck fluttering into the air. Beauchemin swatted at it, but it went in. The Ducks waited out a video replay before they could celebrate.
Analysis: Beauchemin scored for the first time in four games and the first time since scoring in three straight games from Oct. 17-21. He had just 17 goals in his first three seasons with Anaheim and had all but two last season. He already has four in 2008-09 and appears well on his way to a breakout season. He has really picked up the scoring slack in the wake of Mathieu Schneider's departure to Atlanta, but Beauchemin is still more of a low-end Fantasy option at this time.
News:The Sports Xchange reports that Ducks D Francois Beauchemin (three goals), checking-line wing Rob Niedermayer (two goals) and fourth-line wing George Parros (two goals) have helped fill in for the struggling top-line guys in Anahiem early this season.
Analysis: Beauchemin probably has the most potential of this group because he showed potential with a 36-point season a few years ago and goals from the blue line can be very valuable in Fantasy play. He could turn into a decent low-end starting D in most Fantasy formats by midseason. As for Niedermayer and Parros, you can probably ignore them in most leagues because these goals won't flow for long.
News: Ducks D Francois Beauchemin has already matched his goal total from last season with two in his last two games.
Analysis: Beauchemin is a 28-year-old veteran who usually lets Scott Niedermayer do the offensive work in Anaheim while he stays back to cover on the defensive end. You have to think this start is a bit of a fluke, but Beauchemin did score 36 points a few years ago, so the potential is there. Continue to start him in deeper leagues as a No. 4 or No. 5 Fantasy defenseman.
News: Ducks D Francois Beauchemin did not record a point in 23:54 of ice time Sunday against the Red Wings, but was hit with three minor penalties. He spent six minutes in the penalty box for slashing, tripping and roughing. He now has 43 penalty minutes on the season.
Analysis: Beauchemin is not really known as an enforcer. He is pretty good at moving the puck and is closing in on a third straight season of 20-plus assists. He remains a decent No. 5 or No. 6 Fantasy defenseman.
News: Ducks D Francois Beauchemin tallied an assist and finished at minus-1 during Sunday's game against the Stars. It was his 15th assist and second in five games.
Analysis: Beauchemin has been somewhat of a disappointing Fantasy option this season. He is just not producing a steady stream of points and his Fantasy value has dropped. Many of his owners may have thought Scott Niedermayer taking away some attention from Beauchemin might have meant a better offensive output, but it just hasn't been there. Consider him a low-end Fantasy defenseman at this time.
News: Ducks D Francois Beauchemin got only his third two-point game of the season Sunday when he recorded a goal and an assist in a 4-3 OT win over the San Jose Sharks. Beauchemin scored his second goal of the season and first in 41 games when he jumped into the play and one-timed a cross-ice pass from Todd Marchant between the pads of backup goalie Thomas Greiss to win the game for Anaheim.
Analysis: Beauchemin had 15 goals over the last two seasons, but his goal Sunday doubled his total for the season. Many of his owners may have thought Scott Niedermayer taking away some attention from Beauchemin might have meant a better offensive output, but it just hasn't been there. Consider him a No. 3 Fantasy defenseman for now.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Ducks D Francois Beauchemin drew his first fighting-major penalty of the season for a second-period scrap Sunday with Vancouver RW Mike Brown.
Analysis: Beauchemin has been somewhat of a disappointing Fantasy option this season. He is just not producing a steady stream of points and his Fantasy value has dropped. With the return of Scott Niedermayer, it could drop even more in the coming weeks. He remains just a No. 3 Fantasy defender at this time.
News: Ducks D Francois Beauchemin tallied an assist and finished at even during Friday's game against the Blackhawks. He now has an assist in consecutive games. He also spent two minutes in the penalty box Friday for slashing.
Analysis: Beauchemin has been somewhat of a disappointing Fantasy option this season. He is just not producing a steady stream of points and his Fantasy value has dropped. With the return of Scott Niedermayer, it could drop even more in the coming weeks. He remains just a No. 3 Fantasy defender at this time.
News: Ducks D Francois Beauchemin did not record a point Friday against the Sharks and has now been held off the stat sheet for 10 straight games. His last point came on an assist Oct. 15 against the Red Wings. He also has a minus-4 rating in his last three games.
Analysis: Beauchemin started the season with six points in eight games. He has since fallen off the charts. He had just 64 career points coming into the season, but appeared destined for better things with a fast start this season. He is still worthy of starting as a No. 2 or No. 3 Fantasy defender, but keep expectations in check at this time.
News: Francois Beauchemin, who was battling a groin injury late last week, was able to return and score a goal in a preseason game on Sunday and appears to be ready for the regular season opener on Saturday in London against the Kings.
Analysis: Beauchemin is a solid Fantasy option in all Fantasy leagues, especially early on. The team is expected to be without Mathieu Schneider, who is out until at least mid-October with a broken ankle, and veteran Scott Niedermayer has yet to make a decision whether he will return for the 2007-08 season.
News: Francois Beauchemin (chin) returned to the lineup for Thursday's Game 5 against the Wild. He was scoreless with a plus-1 rating in 18:32 of ice time.
Analysis: Beauchemin was wearing a full shield and helmet and he took exception to a shove by a Minnesota player right in the area. He should be fine for the Western Conference Semifinals.
News: The Los Angeles Times reports Francois Beauchemin (chin) is probable for Game 4 against being cut on the chin by a shot from Mark Parrish in Game 3. He required stitches to close a gash and did not practice on Monday, although he is expected to play.
Analysis: Beauchemin had X-rays and they were negative, so he will be in the lineup as the Ducks go for the four-game sweep in St. Paul.
News: Anaheim defenseman Francois Beauchemin left bloodied in the closing minutes of Sunday's Game 3 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals at Minnesota after a slap shot by Mark Parrish hit him in the face.
Analysis: Beauchemin needed stitches on his chin and was taken for precautionary X-rays. He is considered day to day and is expected to play in Game 4 in St. Paul on Tuesday.
News: Ryan Getzlaf and Francois Beauchemin each added a goal, an assist and even rating in Thursday's game at Columbus.
Analysis: Beauchemin has managed three goals, 11 points and a plus-9 rating over the past 10 games. He has emerged as a must-start in all Fantasy leagues.
News: The Los Angeles Times reports Francois Beauchemin misses Monday’s practice due to an undisclosed upper body injury. He is still expected to take part in Tuesday’s workout and has until Thursday at Phoenix to rest his injuries.
Analysis: Beauchemin is considered probable for the game against the Coyotes barring any setbacks. It appears safe to keep him in the active Fantasy lineup in all daily leagues.
News: Ducks D Francois Beauchemin recorded his second career two-goal game Wednesday against the Blue Jackets. He had a game-high six shots on goal and a game-high five hits in 30 minutes, 48 seconds of ice time during Wednesday's loss to visiting Columbus. Wednesday was also the first time that Beauchemin has scored a goal since Dec. 12 against Florida.
Analysis: Beauchemin has been on a little tear as of late. He has a three game points streak in which he has two goal and four assists. He has seen an increase in playing time since Chris Pronger has been out with a foot injury. Use him as a stopgap option with Pronger out.
News: Francois Beauchemin has managed four assists over the past two games, including three in Sunday's game against Vancouver.
Analysis: Beaumchemin has stepped up his play recently with Chris Pronger (toe) still sidelined. He remains a solid No. 5 or 6 Fantasy defenseman in all leagues until the All-Star is able to return, especially in leagues which reward penalty minutes.
News: Beauchemin played for the first time on Sunday against the Stars since Dec. 26 after being sidelined for 11 games with a lacerated spleen. He picked up an assist with two assists in a team-high 29:41 of ice time.
Analysis: It appears safe to get Beauchemin back into the active Fantasy lineup in all leagues as a No. 5 or 6 defenseman.
News: Francois Beauchemin (lacerated spleen) has been activated from injured reserve and he is expected to be in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Stars. The team return D Kirk Huskins to Portland of the AHL, so that appears to be a good sign.
Analysis: Keep Beauchemin reserved in all Fantasy leagues until he can officially return and prove his health.
News: The Los Angeles Times reports Francois Beauchemin (lacerated spleen) is awaiting CT scan results. He is hopeful that he will be able to return after the All-Star break.
Analysis: The team has been targeting a Jan. 28 return against the Stars. Keep him reserved in all Fantasy leagues until he can officially return and prove his health.
News: Francois Beauchemin has a lacerated spleen, according to TSN.ca, and his return date is uncertain.
Analysis: Beauchemin should be reserved in all Fantasy leagues until he can officially return and prove his health.
News: Francois Beauchemin ended a 10-game goal drought in Tuesday's game at Florida when he connected for his fourth marker of the season.
Analysis: Beauchemin has points in consecutive games for the first time all season, which gives you a little help in determining his Fantasy appeal. He is basically a middle-of-the-road defenseman worth using as a No. 4 or 5 rearguard in leagues of 12 or more teams.
News: Francois Beauchemin was scoreless with two shots on net in Monday's overtime win against Pittsburgh in 23:31 of ice time.
Analysis: Beauchemin has gone scoreless in eight of the past nine games and he has been a disappointment overall this season. Avoid him in all Fantasy leagues until he can get back on track.
News: Francois Beauchemin has gone scoreless in the first five games for the Anaheim Ducks, squeezing off just two shots on goal with four penalty minutes.
Analysis: Beauchemin has logged more than 20 minutes in each of his first five games and will likely get it going on the offensive end shortly. However, a dropoff in production was expected following the addition of Chris Pronger during the offseason to complement Scott Niedermayer.
News: Francois Beauchemin scored a goal, added an assist posted a plus-2 rating in 23:14 of ice time in Sunday's game against Vancouver.
Analysis: Beauchemin has five points (2 G, 3 A) over the past five games. The Ducks will meet the Kings twice in the upcoming week, a team which he has posted his most points of the season (2 G, 3 A in five games).
News: Francois Beauchemin scored a goal and added an assist and plus-3 rating with two shots on goal in 25:05 of ice time in Sunday's game at Columbus.
Analysis: Beaumchemin had just two points (1 G, 1 A) over the past eight games, so his big game on Sunday was certainly calming for his impatient Fantasy owners.
News: Francois Beauchemin was scoreless for the second straight game on Wednesday in Detroit.
Analysis: After a seven-game scoring streak with eight assists, Beauchemin has slowed down significantly. He has just one goal and two assists over the past nine games and is only worth hanging onto in larger Fantasy leagues.
News: Francois Beauchemin posted another assist in Sunday's game against the Blackhawks to go along with a plus-1 rating and two shots on goal in 27:34 of ice time.
Analysis: Beauchemin has not posted a goal in 10 games, but he has nine assists over the past nine games. If you need rearguard help, Beauchemin is an outstanding addition to a Fantasy roster.
News: Francois Beauchemin picked up an assist in Wednesday's game at Calgary on their own goal.
Analysis: Beauchemin has been a hot commodity in CBS Sportsline.com Fantasy leagues recently. He has a seven-game point streak with eight assists and a plus-6 rating during the impressive span.
News: Francois Beauchemin has at least one assist in six straight games while racking up a plus-6 rating.
Analysis: Beauchemin is one of the most added players in CBS SportsLine.com leagues, but is still available in the vast majority of them. Consider adding him if him need blueline help while he's riding this hot streak.
News: Francois Beauchemin scored two goals and was a plus-1 with five shots on goal in 27:34 of ice time in Monday's game at Los Angeles.
Analysis: Beauchemin has gone scoreless in each of the past five games and he failed to light the lamp in 14 games dating back to Dec. 14.
News: Francois Beauchemin has a goal and three assists since coming over from Columbus in the Sergei Fedorov trade in November.
Analysis: Beauchemin has little to no Fantasy value.
News: Francois Beauchemin was traded to the Mighty Ducks along with Tyler Wright for veteran Sergei Fedorov and a fifth round pick in the 2006 NHL entry draft on Tuesday.
Analysis: Beauchemin has minimal Fantasy appeal, even though he will see a slight increase in the plus/minus rating.
News: Francois Beauchemin was assigned to Hamilton of the AHL on Tuesday.
Analysis: Beauchemin is not a useful Fantasy player when up with the big club.
