News:Kurtis Foster played 12 minutes in Sunday's loss to the Lightning.
Analysis:Kurtis Foster sat out last Tuesday with some minor injuries, but he has been on the ice for the Flyers' last two games. Foster is averaging just 13 minutes per game this season, so he has not had much of an opportunity to make a fantasy impact up to this point.
News:Kurtis Foster (soreness) will not play Tuesday in New Jersey, CSN Philly reports.
Analysis: Despite some bruises, Kurtis Foster is healthy enough to play but will give way to Bruno Gervais, in order to see what the free-agent signing brings to the Flyers. Foster has a plus-1 rating through the first two games of the season and could be valuable in deeper leagues if he becomes a part of the power play.
News:Kurtis Foster could end up on third defensive pairing, Philly.com reports.
Analysis: The lingering injuries to defensemen Andrej Meszaros, Marc-Andre Bourdon and Erik Gustafsson have given Kurtis Foster an inside track to make the team out of training camp. The Flyers like his big right-handed shot from the point, which is missing now that Chris Pronger's career is likely over.
News: The Flyers have signed Kurtis Foster to a one-year deal, NHL.com reports.
Analysis:Kurtis Foster couldn't stick in one spot last year, but the Flyers are hoping he'll find stability in their defense corps. At his best, he's been a somewhat useful offensive defenseman, so keep an eye on him, since he's in a situation with upside in Philadelphia.
News:Kurtis Foster will sign with Philadelphia once an official CBA is in place, CSN Philly reports.
Analysis:Kurtis Foster bounced around quite a bit last season, seeing action over 51 games with the Ducks, Devils and Wild. He'll provide additional defensive depth for the Flyers but doesn't figure to see much ice time.
News:Kurtis Foster will play against Los Angeles on Saturday, Wild.com reports.
Analysis: Marco Scandella (upper body) is out, creating room for Kurtis Foster on the ice for Saturday.
News:Kurtis Foster will be scratched for Thursday's game against Florida, Wild.com reports.
Analysis: Justin Falk (leg) is returning to the lineup, leaving no room for Kurtis Foster at the moment.
News:Kurtis Foster played just 12:58 and was minus-1 against the Rangers on Tuesday night.
Analysis: He continues to see limited ice time, although a power-play role is still part of the equation for him. Still, Kurtis Foster is more of a blue-line dart than anything else at the present time.
News:Kurtis Foster (back) did not play in Tuesday's loss to Dallas.
Analysis: It's not clear whether he was a healthy scratch or the back is still an issue, but he's not reliable right now for ice time.
News:Kurtis Foster (back) played 13:34 against the Coyotes on Thursday night.
Analysis: He still seems to be a bit limited at this point, but Kurtis Foster is gutting it out if you're in need of his services on the blue line.
News:Kurtis Foster's back tightened up before Tuesday's game and he had to take an injection to alleviate the pain, the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports. He was able to practice Wednesday.
Analysis:Kurtis Foster has seen reduced playing time the last week and it looks like it may be due to injury more than being in head coach Mike Yeo's doghouse. Foster could be on the bench Thursday if Clayton Stoner is able to return from a hip injury.
News:Kurtis Foster practiced on Wednesday, the Minneapolis Star Tribune's Michael Russo reports.
Analysis:Kurtis Foster hasn't been getting much ice time lately, and appears to have fallen out of favor quickly in Minnesota.
News:Kurtis Foster was on the ice for eight minutes and had one shot, but was minus-2 in Tuesday's loss to Colorado.
Analysis:Kurtis Foster was a healthy scratch Monday and didn't get much ice time as he's fallen into head coach Mike Yeo's doghouse. However, he should stay in the mix with Justin Falk out with a leg injury.
News:Kurtis Foster will be a healthy scratch Sunday against the Avalanche, the Minneapolis Star-Tribune reports.
Analysis:Kurtis Foster, who was a minus-3 in 8:55 worth of ice time Friday against Detroit, will give way in the Wild lineup Sunday to Steven Kampfer.
News:Kurtis Foster was on the ice for 15 minutes and had four minutes of power play time in his debut for the Wild in Sunday's win over San Jose.
Analysis: While Kurtis Foster didn't score or have an assist, it looks like he's over a recent sore back and he's going to get significant power-play time with his new team. He'll take over Marek Zidlicky's role as the point man on the top power play unit.
News: New Jersey traded Kurtis Foster, along with Stephane Veilleux, Nick Palmieri, Washington's 2012 second-round pick and a conditional 2013 third-round pick to Minnesota for Marek Zidlicky, Bergen Record writer Tom Gulitti reports.
Analysis:Kurtis Foster has only 14 points in his last 37 games, and the move back to Minnesota likely isn't the jump-start he would need to become fantasy relevant in most leagues.
News:Kurtis Foster is not in the New Jersey lineup Friday for the Devils and is believed to be traded back to Minnesota in a deal for Marek Zidlicky, according to Sportsnet's Nick Kypreos.
Analysis:Kurtis Foster has had a minimal impact since arriving in New Jersey in early December, with a few productive games and many pointless stat lines. Odds are Foster won't be a big producer with Minnesota, but it's nice to see the teams with some of the worst scoring from defensemen swapping their ineffective assets.
News:Kurtis Foster (back) was on the ice for the team's optional skate Friday, the Bergen Record's Tom Gulitti reports.
Analysis:Kurtis Foster missed the team's last two games, but it looks like he will play Friday against Vancouver. He has produced at a decent rate (3G, 9A in 28 games this season), but his minus-9 rating is troubling and there is no reason to rush him back into fantasy lineups unless you're really in need.
News:Kurtis Foster, who has missed the last two games with a stiff back, is feeling better, Bergen Record writer Tom Gulitti reports.
Analysis: It's possible that Kurtis Foster, Adam Larsson and Ryan Carter will all be healthy enough to play Friday, which will leave coach Pete DeBoer with some decisions to make prior to the team's face off against the Canucks.
News:Kurtis Foster will miss Sunday's game against Montreal because of back stiffness, according to the Newark Star-Ledger.
Analysis:Kurtis Foster, who tried to take part in the Devils' optional Sunday morning skate, left the ice quickly. With Foster out, look for Peter Harrold to replace him in Sunday's lineup.
News:Kurtis Foster scored twice and added an assist in Saturday's victory over the Flyers.
Analysis:Kurtis Foster played one of his worst games of the season last time out, but he responded with his first three-point game since 2006. Foster's overall line of four goals and nine assists is unspectacular, but he does have 11 points in 22 games since being acquired by the Devils, including seven over his last 10 contests.
News:Kurtis Foster played just 5:21 in Thursday's win over Montreal.
Analysis:Kurtis Foster made several glaring blunders in the early part of the game, coughing up the puck on NEw Jersey's league-leading 13th shorthanded goal allowed and being woefully out of position on the second goal. Despite Foster's alleged power-play acumen, he has been a liability defensively for New Jersey and don't be surprised to see his minutes shrink in the coming games.
News:Kurtis Foster scored his first goal since arriving in New Jersey following a trade in December, doing so in Saturday's win over the Jets.
Analysis:Kurtis Foster has been quiet the last two weeks, with just one assist since December 28. He was brought into New Jersey to boost the team's power play, but has had a nominal impact. Foster is worth a look in deeper leagues, but we wouldn't expect terribly much from the journeyman.
News:Kurtis Foster notched his fourth assist in four games, tallying a helper in Monday's 4-2 loss to Carolina.
Analysis:Kurtis Foster has points in each of the last two games and has four assists in six games with New Jersey, three of which have come on the power play. Foster is seeing massive amounts of power play time and is well worth a look if you are in a deeper league that counts special teams points. Just beware of his plus-minus.
News:Kurtis Foster notched two power-play assists in Saturday's 5-3 win over Montreal on Saturday, his first points as a Devil since Monday's trade from Anaheim.
Analysis:Kurtis Foster has seen much power-play time in the three games he's played with the Devils and assumed the role of provider in Saturday's win. Both of Saturday's assists were on the power play. Foster played under Devils' assistant coach Adam Oates during his career season in Tampa Bay several years ago. With the Devils scoring more, Foster is worth a look in deeper leagues.
News:Kurtis Foster played 15:55 Tuesday in his debut for New Jersey, skating 5:56 on the power play in the win over Florida.
Analysis:Kurtis Foster was floundering in Anaheim, and the Devils have plucked from him sunny Southern California and brought him to Newark, city of tranquility. Foster was acquired because the Devils have surrendered nine shorthanded goals on the season and the team needed another puck-handler on the power play, two traits Foster certainly possesses. The veteran can produce on the man advantage, which should help a New Jersey team that is hardly potent in that department. If Foster keeps seeing boatloads of power-play time, he is well worth a look in most leagues.
News: Anaheim has traded Kurtis Foster and Timo Pielmeier to the Devils in exchange for Rod Pelley, Mark Fraser, and a seventh-round pick in the 2012 draft, the Ducks' official twitter reports.
Analysis: The Ducks were likely looking to clear up a little cap space and shake things up during a generally disappointing season. Kurtis Foster is expected to be on the ice in a Devils sweater as soon as Tuesday for New Jersey's bout with the Panthers.
News: After only skating 11:46 in last Wednesday's game at Phoenix, Kurtis Foster has been scratched the last two games for Anaheim, including Sunday's matchup against Toronto.
Analysis: So far, no injury has been reported, but it's suspicious that Kurtis Foster had been seeing around 19 minutes per game the previous three games and then saw his time cut down to 11:46 last Wednesday. To top it off, Foster has been replaced in the lineup by AHL call-up Nate Guenin, who has been seeing less than 10 minutes per game. If there is no further information before deadlines in leagues with weekly transactions on Monday, you might want to sit Foster out if you have other options.
News:Kurtis Foster skated 13:51, including 1:15 on the power play, in Sunday's loss to the Wild. He was held without a point and had one shot and two PIM's.
Analysis: The conventional wisdom was that Kurtis Foster would play more with Lubomir Visnovsky out, and while he did get in his fourth game of the year, his overall ice-time wasn't that encouraging. With the Visnovsky injury, Cam Fowler is the only Ducks' blue liner that's really safe to start yet.
News:Kurtis Foster made his Ducks debut Sunday night and scored a goal in the loss to the Coyotes.
Analysis:Kurtis Foster is an offensive-minded blueliner, but he won't be on the first-team power play, due to the presence of Lubomir Visnovsky and Cam Fowler. He had 1:30 in power play time on Sunday night.
News:Kurtis Foster (groin) is available to play but still waiting for an opportunity to make his debut, the Orange County Register reports.
Analysis:Kurtis Foster remains behind Luca Sbisa and Sheldon Brookbank in the pecking order for the Ducks' third defensive pairing. Maybe their loss against Dallas could change up Randy Carlyle's rotation.
News:Kurtis Foster (thigh/groin) could return to the lineup as early as Monday in San Jose, the Ducks' official Twitter feed reports.
Analysis: He'll rehab with Syracuse (AHL) over the weekend, which will ultimately determine whether he's ready to go early next week.
News:Kurtis Foster is also dealing with a groin strain in addition to trying to return from a thigh injury, the Orange County Register reports.
Analysis:Kurtis Foster is still getting up to speed while trying to make up for lost time. So far his only game action was a few minutes in last week's exhibition game in Finland.
News:Kurtis Foster (thigh) did not play in Friday's season opener against Buffalo.
Analysis: The Ducks haven't provided any updates to his status, but he's believed to be very close to returning to game action.
News:Kurtis Foster (thigh) is "very, very close" to returning, the Orange County Register reports.
Analysis: It's possible that Kurtis Foster could play in Friday's season-opener against Buffalo in Finland.
News:Kurtis Foster (thigh) could begin skating again Thursday, the Orange County Register reports.
Analysis:Kurtis Foster had surgery to remove a wire from his thigh nine days ago. He will likely miss the Ducks' first two games in Europe.
News:Kurtis Foster (knee) missed Monday's practice due to an undisclosed procedure, the Ducks' official Twitter feed reports.
Analysis: No word yet if he'll miss significant time, but the Ducks are not going out of their way to provide details about the nature of Kurtis Foster's procedure at the present time.
News:Kurtis Foster will be out 2-4 weeks after surgery Monday to remove a piece of wire from his left thigh, the Ducks' official site reports.
Analysis: The wire was placed in his leg during the surgery that took place to repair Kurtis Foster's fractured left leg in March 2008. The wire was causing inflammation/irritation, and therefore will be removed.
News:Kurtis Foster sat out the first day of training camp with knee inflammation, the Ducks' official site reports.
Analysis:Kurtis Foster was traded to Anaheim from the Oilers this offseason. He has sleeper potential, if he could put up point totals to rival the 42-point effort he posted two seasons ago.
News: Foster has been traded to Anaheim in exchange for defenseman Andy Sutton, reports the Los Angeles Times.
Analysis: Foster scored eight goals in 74 games with Edmonton last season, with five of those goals coming on power plays. He will be in a similar role with the Ducks.
News: Foster (concussion) will play against Vancouver on Saturday, EdmontonOilers.com reports.
Analysis: The return was on rather short notice, but it looks like he's safe to activate if you used him before the injury.
News: Foster (concussion) skated Friday, according to the Oilers web site.
Analysis: Foster has been skating for about a week now but is still not cleared to play in a game. With only a little over a week left in the season the Oilers may play it safe and shut Foster down until training camp.
News: Foster (concussion) won't play against the Wild on Thursday, Michael Russo of The Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.
Analysis: Foster, who last played March 22, is hoping to be available for Saturday's game against Vancouver.
News: Foster (undisclosed) won't play against Calgary on Saturday, Oilers Radio Network's Dan Tencer reports.
Analysis: Foster missed Thursday's game, as well, and there hasn't been any elaboration on his status. Consider him day-to-day until something new surfaces.
News: Foster (undisclosed) likely won't play in Thursday's game against St. Louis, EdmontonOilers.com reports.
Analysis: It's not clear what the issue is though it's thought to be a head injury, but we'll be on the lookout for more info regarding Foster's status going forward.
News: Foster ended a 10-game streak of bagels with a goal and an assist in Edmonton's shootout loss to Colorado on Saturday.
Analysis: This is his first multi-point night since October. Even by the relaxed standards that apply to blueliners, he doesn't score enough to make him valuable except in extraordinarily deep leagues.
News: Foster lit the lamp in Tuesday's 4-1 loss to the Wild.
Analysis: Foster hadn't scored since December 1, 2010. Occasionally, he'll pitch in with the random point, but it's no secret that his fantasy value has taken a serious hit in his first season as an Oiler.
News: Foster has three goals on the year, all of which have been on the power play.
Analysis: At least he's making the most out of his limited production. Foster has gotten off to a slow start, even in the assist department, in his first campaign with the Oilers, recording just eight helpers through his first 30 games played.
News: Foster (groin) returned to the ice Friday, notching two assists in a win over the Blackhawks.
Analysis: Foster missed Thursday's game with a minor groin strain, but by his play on Friday it appears he is already over the issue. The Oilers are at home next week for two games, beginning with Vancouver on Tuesday.
News: Foster (groin) won't play Thursday, according to the Edmonton Journal.
Analysis: The good news is the Oilers still don't believe Foster is will be out for all that long as they haven't felt the need to call up a reinforcement from the AHL.
News: Foster (groin) is considered doubtful for Thursday's game against Columbus, according to TSN.
Analysis: Foster's injury is not considered serious, but he will likely get a day off to rest in order to prevent a more serious injury. Foster remains day-to-day for the time being.
News: Foster left Tuesday night's game in the second period with a groin injury, according to the Edmonton Journal.
Analysis: The injury is not considered to be all that serious and the Oilers don't believe he'll miss a considerable amount of time.
News: Foster, who missed Monday's skate with the flu, will likely play against the Flames on Tuesday, the Edmonton Journal reports.
Analysis: Foster, who has one point in six games so far after putting up 42 points with Tampa Bay last season, is slated to skate on the top pairing with Ryan Whitney.
News: Foster (flu) was not able to practice on Monday, TSN.ca reports.
Analysis: Foster could very well end up sitting out of the Oilers' game against the Flames on Tuesday but could return on either Thursday against the Blue Jackets or Friday against the Blackhawks.
News: The Edmonton Oilers appear to have a replacement for Sheldon Souray, signing free agent defenseman Kurtis Foster to a two-year, $3.6-million deal. Edmonton is still exploring options to trade Souray and his hefty contract.
Analysis: The 28-year-old Foster had eight goals and 34 assists in 71 games for the Tampa Bay Lightning last season. He will likely find a spot among the top four defensemen for the rebuilding Oilers. Last season was a breakout campaign for Foster because he finally stayed healthy. If he does the same in Edmonton, he could be as productive. However, he leaves behind a lot of good offensive talent in Tampa Bay, so Foster might have to create opportunities in Edmonton. He is still a nice No. 4 or No. 5 Fantasy blueliner on Draft Day 2010, but there is potential for a bust season and he is still an injury-risk flier.
News: Lightning D Kurtis Foster, who came into Tuesday's game against the Blue Jackets as doubtful with an upper-body injury, was able to dress after all. He managed an assist in 24:19 of ice time and spent two minutes in the penalty box. Foster has an assist in three straight games and 29 on the season.
Analysis: Tampa Bay was really expecting to make the trip to Columbus without Foster after he hit his head on the ice Thursday, but it appears he dodged any serious injury. The fact he picked up an assist can speak to that account. Foster is a decent No. 4 or No. 5 Fantasy blueliner when healthy since he is a good puck-moving blueliner.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Kurtis Foster, who leads all Lightning defensemen in scoring with 36 points, is out with what the team is calling simply an upper-body injury after his head hit the glass following a check from behind by Boston's Shawn Thornton on Thursday. Foster missed Saturday's game against the Sabres and is doubtful for Tuesday against the Blue Jackets.
Analysis: Foster is a key cog on the team's power play, running the center point position. Foster has been able to experience a career season in 2009-10 because he has stayed healthy for the most part. Unfortunately, he hasn't been 100 percent all season and continues to carry the label of being a fragile player. Foster is a decent No. 4 or No. 5 Fantasy blueliner when healthy, but he is a risky start for Fantasy Week 24 (March 29-April 4).
News: Lightning D Kurtis Foster (undisclosed) sat out Saturday's 7-1 loss to the Sabres.
Analysis: Foster is having a career season with his 36 points so far and is worth a look in 12-team leagues when healthy. He will be a risky start for Fantasy Week 24 (March 29-April 4).
News: Lightning D Kurtis Foster sat out the third period of Thursday's win over the Bruins after a questionable hit by the Bruins' Shawn Thornton. Foster, who went face-first into the glass, was looked at by the trainer, but he skated off on his own. Foster's status is unknown.
Analysis: With eight goals and 27 assists at minus-five on the season, Foster is a solid Fantasy start.
News: Lightning D Kurtis Foster has three assists in his last six games and has upped his season total to 21. Still, he hasn't scored a goal since Jan. 12.
Analysis: Foster has tied his career high of 28 points through 51 games. He has really been on a roll since December. He has four goals and 23 points in his last 35 games. This is definitely the type of production we know Foster brings to the table. His biggest hindrance has always been injury. Foster has developed into a nice Fantasy play, and we expect his strong run to last down the stretch.
News: Tampa Bay D Kurtis Foster recorded assists on back-to-back goals in the third period of Sunday's loss to the Capitals. Foster assisted Martin St. Louis and Steven Stamkos.
Analysis: Foster has recorded an assist in four of his last five games and has 25 points on the season with 18 assists. It did take him a bit to get started, but Foster has been playing exceptional hockey since December and has become a solid Fantasy start. He does have this kind of offensive potential, but injuries have held him back in the past.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Lightning D Kurtis Foster picked up his 100th career point with a power play assist on a Steven Stamkos' goal Wednesday against the Canadiens.
Analysis: In his first season with Tampa Bay, Foster has already tied a career high with seven goals and set a career high with 16 assists and 23 points. The 28-year-old also has 10 power play assists and 13 points with the man advantage. It did take him a bit to get started, but Foster has been playing exceptional hockey since December and has become a solid Fantasy start. He does have this kind of offensive potential, but injuries have held him back in the past.
News: Lightning D Kurtis Foster scored a goal and tallied an assist on Tuesday against the Capitals. Foster has two goals and three assists in his last six games.
Analysis: Foster has been on top of his game since mid-December and has totaled 11 points in his last 12 games. He has dealt with a lot of injuries in his career and it has been a reason why we haven't witnessed Foster's full potential. But perhaps the second half of the 2009-10 season will be his time to shine. Foster is quickly becoming a reliable Fantasy start.
News: Lightning D Kurtis Foster tallied two assists and finished at plus-2 on Sunday against the Devils. He has three goals and eight assists in his last 12 games.
Analysis: This has been one of Foster's best offensive runs in a long time. He has dealt with a lot of injuries in his career and it has been a reason why we haven't witnessed Foster's full potential. But perhaps the second half of the 2009-10 season will be his time to shine. Foster is quickly becoming a reliable Fantasy start.
News: The Tampa Bay Lightning are going to have to wait a little longer to end their 10-game losing streak against the New Jersey Devils. How long? Nobody really knows after the Devils-Lightning game was suspended Friday night when a lighting problem on one side of the arena could not be fixed. The teams waited almost two hours before the league decided to suspend the game with the Lightning leading 3-0 with 9:12 left in the period. "We felt the teams could not continue playing," said Colin Campbell, the NHL's senior executive vice president of hockey operations. "We tried for an hour and 52 minutes to restore power and appropriate lighting, but were left with no alternative but to postpone further play for the evening." The game will resume at the point where play was stopped. Lightning coach Rick Tocchet wanted the game to resume Sunday, provided the building was available. "I think we got a five-minute power play, too," Tocchet quipped. Devils president and general manager Lou Lamoriello said a circuit breaker at three-year-old Prudential Center went down during the second period. The teams went to their locker rooms after initially waiting about 10 minutes for the lights to come back on. Lamoriello said arena personnel turned up the LED lights on the scoreboard to provide more light, but there were too many shadows for play to continue. "Safety has to come first," said Lamoriello, who said he was in constant contact with the league during the problem.
Analysis: The teams could not afford to wait much longer for a decision on Friday, as the Devils play in Montreal and the Lightning are in Philadelphia on Saturday night. The last time an NHL game was postponed was on Nov. 22, 2005, when Detroit defenseman Jiri Fischer had a seizure on the bench in the first period of a game against the Nashville Predators. Doctors had to perform CPR on Fischer. Steve Downie, Brandon Bochenski and Steven Stamkos scored for Tampa Bay, which had won five of its last seven games. Kurtis Foster had a pair of assists, while Vincent Lecavalier, Ryan Malone and Martin St. Louis all had one assist. Mike Smith had 20 saves while working on a shutout. His counterpart, Martin Brodeur, wasn't having as good a night having made only four saves. Not knowing when this game will be continued makes for a tough situation in Fantasy. As soon as we know more about the makeup date, we will let you know what happens with the scoring in Fantasy.
News: Tampa Bay D Kurtis Foster continued his recent hot streak on Wednesday against the Canadiens, scoring the team's lone goal in a 2-1 overtime loss. The goal came 3:52 into the third period on a slap shot, his sixth goal of the season.
Analysis: Foster has three goals and seven assists in his last eight games. This is exactly the type of production Tampa Bay was looking for after picking up Foster in the offseason. He always had offensive potential, but never really got a chance to showcase it because he has always been injured. Foster has had some injury issues in 2009-10, which is just par for the course. If Foster can stay healthy and remain productive, he is going to shoot up the Fantasy rankings.
News:Mike Smith made 30 saves and Kurtis Foster had two assists to help the Tampa Bay Lightning beat the Boston Bruins 2-1 Monday night. After Tim Thomas couldn't handle Foster's dump-in, Vincent Lecavalier passed the puck between his legs pass to Alex Tanguay, who put the Lightning up 1-0 with 1:01 left in the first. Tampa Bay went up 2-0 on Martin St. Louis' power-play goal with 11.4 seconds to go in the second. He tipped the puck into the net after Foster's blue-line shot trickled through Thomas' legs toward the goal line.
Analysis: Foster has two goals and six assists in his last seven games. This is exactly the type of production Tampa Bay was looking for after picking up Foster in the offseason. He always had offensive potential, but never really got a chance to showcase it because he has always been injured. Foster has had some injury issues in 2009-10, which is just par for the course. If Foster can stay healthy and remain productive, he is going to shoot up the Fantasy rankings.
News: Lightning D Kurtis Foster scored a goal, tallied an assist and finished at minus-1 during Tuesday's game against the Predators. Foster cut the Lightning's deficit to three goals 1:52 into the third period with a power-play tally. It was his fourth goal and first score since Nov. 27.
Analysis: Foster has three scores on the power play. He was brought in this offseason to provide a lift to the man advantage. His production in that arena has been sporadic. Foster has low-end Fantasy appeal until further notice.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Lightning D Kurtis Foster picked up his first point of the season with a power play assist on Saturday against the Hurricanes.
Analysis: Foster was brought in with the idea of getting key power play time, but that has been sporadic when Foster has been in the lineup. Foster is an oft-injured defenseman with decent offensive skills, but we never get to see them in long stretches because he always seems to be out of action. Foster has low-end Fantasy appeal until further notice.
News: Lightning D Kurtis Foster returned to the lineup Thursday against the Senators after missing four games with a lower-body injury. He had no points and a minus-2 rating in 12:54 of ice time.
Analysis: Foster is an oft-injured defenseman with decent offensive skills, but we never get to see them in long stretches because he always seems to be out of action. Foster has low-end Fantasy appeal until further notice.
News: The St. Pete Times reports that Lightning D Kurtis Foster (lower-body injury) practiced for the first time Wednesday since being injured Saturday against the Thrashers. He hopes to return Oct. 10 vs. Carolina.
Analysis: Foster is an oft-injured defenseman with decent offensive skills. If he can ever stay healthy for a lengthy period of time, Foster could be worth using in more than just deeper Fantasy leagues.
News: The Lightning have announced that D Kurtis Foster will be out 5-7 days with a lower-body injury.
Analysis: Foster is an oft-injured defenseman with decent offensive skills. If he can ever stay healthy for a lengthy period time, Foster could be worth using in more than just deeper Fantasy leagues.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Lightning D Kurtis Foster left Saturday's game against the Thrashers in the second period with an undisclosed lower-body injury and did not return. He had no points in 2:55 of ice time.
Analysis: Foster said he didn't think it was anything serious and expected to be back in the lineup when Tampa Bay plays in Carolina on Tuesday. The Lightning are counting on Foster to help with their makeover on the blue line. Foster has offensive talents, but can never show them for long periods because of injury. He is merely an injury-risk Fantasy sleeper when healthy.
News: The Lightning signed free agent defenseman Kurtis Foster to a contract Wednesday. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. "We are extremely excited about adding Kurtis as we continue to strengthen our blue line," GM Brian Lawton said. "He is a big, mobile defenseman that gives us a heavy shot for the power play."
Analysis: The 6-5, 220-pound defenseman missed most of the 2008-09 season with the Wild after suffering a nasty broken leg late during the 2007-08 season. He appeared in 10 games late in the season, recording one goal and six points in 10 games. He was also at plus-7. Foster looked fully recovered and could be ready to contribute heavily for the Lightning. Foster has never played more than 58 games in a season, so Fantasy owners can't expect a full season. Consider him a low-end Fantasy sleeper for deeper formats.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Wild D Kurtis Foster, who broke his leg March 19, 2008, had his first point (an assist) of the season against Calgary Saturday. It was his fifth game since being activated off IR.
Analysis: Even though Foster has been with the Wild the last few weeks, he hasn't been able to crack the rotation on a consistent basis. Foster has little to no Fantasy appeal at this time.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Wild D Kurtis Foster played his third game on a conditioning stint with the Houston Aeros on Saturday. In Friday's 4-2 win over Iowa, Foster said he "felt much better" than last Sunday's debut and was a "lot more confident with the puck." Foster is returning from a broken femur.
Analysis: Foster has not played since breaking his left femur on March 19, 2008 in San Jose. Despite playing in only 56 games last season, Foster finished third among the team's defensemen with 19 points. Foster is a good two-way player and has been an offensive contributor over his last three seasons with the Wild. But a lot has changed since Foster last played for Minnesota and he will be fighting for PT upon his return. He has marginal Fantasy appeal when healthy.
News: The Minnesota Wild assigned defensemen Kurtis Foster to their American Hockey League affiliate in Houston on Sunday to start a conditioning assignment. He was scheduled to play with the Aeros against the Chicago Wolves on Sunday night. Just how long he remains with Houston depends on how he responds to the game action. The NHL allows for two weeks of conditioning time in the minors before a player has to be called up.
Analysis: Foster has not played since breaking his left femur on March 19, 2008 in San Jose. Despite playing in only 56 games last season, Foster finished third among the team's defensemen with 19 points. Foster is a good two-way player and has been an offensive contributor over his last three seasons with the Wild. But a lot has changed since Foster last played for Minnesota and he will be fighting for PT upon his return. He has marginal Fantasy appeal when healthy.
News: Rehabilitating Minnesota Wild defenseman Kurtis Foster hopes to play in a game within a month. Foster broke his left leg 10 months ago and has been working his way back since. The Wild's plan is to send him to Houston sometime after the All-Star break to play for their top minor league team before being cleared for NHL action. He can spend a maximum of two weeks with the Aeros for his conditioning assignment. "The idea is just to get him practicing at a higher level and hopefully playing," general manager Doug Risebrough said Tuesday. Risebrough said there's no timetable for Foster's return.
Analysis: Foster said he'll see a specialist at the University of Minnesota on Wednesday for strength testing and evaluation of the muscles that were damaged and weakened when he fractured his femur in three places in a collision last March that required major surgery and the insertion of a stabilizing steel rod in the bone He's been practicing with the team for several weeks, slowly increasing the amount of contact and working through pain in his quadriceps that comes from the months he was unable to use it. "I just keep pushing it more and more every day," Foster said before Tuesday's pregame skatearound. "When I feel like I'm ready to go, I'll let 'em know." Foster is a good two-way player and has been an offensive contributor over his last three seasons with the Wild. But a lot has changed since Foster last played for Minnesota and he will be fighting for PT upon his return. He has marginal Fantasy appeal when healthy.
News: Wild D Kurtis Foster, out for the last 10-plus months with a broken leg, will travel with the team to Chicago for Minnesota's game on Monday and take part in his first road practice since the injury. He is still expected to be out for at least another month or so.
Analysis: Foster was targeting a late December-early January return, but it appears he has been slower to recover than expected. Foster has little Fantasy value when healthy.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Wild D Kurtis Foster continues to rehab his broken left leg sustained last season in San Jose. Foster is expected to be out at least another month (late January).
Analysis: Foster was targeting a late December-early January return, but it appears he has been slower to recover than expected. Foster has little Fantasy value when healthy.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Wild D Kurtis Foster continues to rehab his broken left leg sustained last season in San Jose. He's skating on his own but also participated in his first morning skate Wednesday. Foster is still expected to be out until at after the New Year.
Analysis: Foster had seven goals and 12 assists in 56 games last season. He has one of the hardest slap shots on the team and has posted 41 power-play points over three seasons with the Wild. Foster is a low-end Fantasy forward when healthy, but can be left off Fantasy rosters at this time.
News:The Sports Xchange reports that Wild D Kurtis Foster (broken leg) has made lots of progress, but he's still a long way from returning. There is pressure on Foster to return because he can become an unrestricted free agent next summer. "In the back of my mind, I know it's my unrestricted year," Foster said. "Last year, things were starting to go so well, I was feeling confident that maybe I can sign here long term and be here for a long time. Then this happened. So I want to get back and show everybody and this team that I can still play in this league. But I can't really worry about that. I just have to keep working hard to get back."
Analysis: Foster had seven goals and 12 assists in 56 games last season. He has one of the hardest slap shots on the team and has posted 41 power-play points over three seasons with the Wild. Foster is a low-end Fantasy forward when healthy, but can be left off Fantasy rosters at this time.
News: The Wild finalized their 23-man roster for the regular season Wednesday by making their last round of training camp moves, reassigning goalie Barry Brust to their primary minor league affiliate in Houston (AHL) and placing defensemen Kurtis Foster and John Scott on injured reserve.
Analysis: Foster is recovering from a broken left leg, a gruesome injury suffered last March that could keep him out another month or two. Before the injury in 2007-08, Foster had seven goals and 12 assists in 56 games. He has one of the hardest slap shots on the team and has posted 41 power-play points over three seasons with the Wild. Foster is a low-end Fantasy forward when healthy, but can be left off Fantasy rosters at this time.
News:The Sports Xchange reports after a summer full of exhausting rehabilitation, Wild defenseman Kurtis Foster has made the next giant step during his journey back from a left femur that was snapped in three places. On Sept. 9 and 10, Foster, who was injured when San Jose Sharks forward Torrey Mitchell ran him from behind March 19 as Foster chased down an icing, skated for the first time for 40 minutes each day. Foster even started showing off his blistering slap shot again. "I didn't know how it was going to feel," Foster said. "But it's nice to know I can at least take a couple strides and shoot the puck. It's just nice to be out there and almost smell the ice and feel like part of the guys again."
Analysis: Of course, playing in a game is still a long way off. Foster is aiming for a December return, but he knows it could even be later. Besides the physical therapy he's been undergoing, he also has been seeing a sports psychologist to help him with the mental side of the return. Before the injury in 2007-08, Foster had seven goals and 12 assists in 56 games. He has one of the hardest slap shots on the team and has posted 41 power-play points over three seasons with the Wild. Foster is a low-end Fantasy forward when healthy, but can be left off most Draft Day plans since he will likely be rehabbing.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Wild defenseman Kurtis Foster (broken femur) has been given the green light to put on the skates for the first time in early September. He's still months from playing, but Foster feels this is a positive step toward a hockey comeback.
Analysis: Before the injury in 2007-08, Foster had seven goals and 12 assists in 56 games. He has one of the hardest slap shots on the team and has posted 41 power-play points over three seasons with the Wild. Foster is a low-end Fantasy forward when healthy, but can be left off most Draft Day plans since he will likely be rehabbing.
News: The St. Paul Pioneer Press reports injured Wild defenseman Kurtis Foster said his surgically repaired left leg is about 20-30 percent healed. Foster broke his leg in a March game against San Jose. "My goal right now is to somehow be skating by mid-October, and my goal is to be back before Christmas," Foster said. "My birthday is Nov. 24, and that would my best-case scenario. But I don't know. The last three weeks, the improvement has been so much better compared to the six months before; if I keep improving that much, you never know."
Analysis: Foster needed surgery to repair a fractured femur, and a stabilizing rod was inserted in his upper leg. He has two screws in his knee and one in his hip and is unlikely to be ready to return to the ice for several months. Before the injury, Foster had seven goals and 12 assists in 56 games. He has one of the hardest slap shots on the team and has posted 41 power-play points over three seasons with the Wild. Foster is a low-end Fantasy forward when healthy, but can be left off most Draft Day plans since he will likely be rehabbing.
News: The Minnesota Wild re-signed injured defenseman Kurtis Foster to a one-year, $1.025 million contract on Wednesday. Wild general manager Doug Risebrough promised to retain the 26-year-old Foster to give him peace of mind about his future after he broke his leg in a March game against San Jose.
Analysis: Foster needed surgery to repair a fractured femur, and a stabilizing rod was inserted in his upper leg. He has two screws in his knee and one in his hip and is unlikely to be ready to return to the ice for several months. Before the injury, Foster had seven goals and 12 assists in 56 games. He has one of the hardest slap shots on the team and has posted 41 power-play points over three seasons with the Wild. Foster is a low-end Fantasy forward when healthy, but can be left off most Draft Day plans since he will likely be rehabbing.
News: Wild D Kurtis Foster broke his leg after running into the boards in a collision with San Jose rookie Torrey Mitchell in Wednesday's loss to the Sharks and is out for the rest of the season. Foster, who has seven goals and 12 assists this season, was expected to have surgery to insert a stabilizing rod into his leg.
Analysis: Foster had 19 points in 56 games this season before getting hurt and his value was only in deeper formats. Release in all leagues at this point.
News: Minnesota Wild defenseman Kurtis Foster left the Shark Tank ice on a stretcher Wednesday night after running into the boards face first in a collision with San Jose rookie Torrey Mitchell. Foster, a third-year pro with seven goals and 12 assists this season, was slightly ahead of Mitchell as they chased a puck toward the boards behind the Wild goal. The 5-foot-11 San Jose center put out his arms just enough to disrupt the precarious balance of the 6-foot-5 Foster, who already appeared to be falling when he slipped and went hard into the boards.
Analysis: Foster remained on the ice for 12 minutes while medical personnel put a splint on Foster's leg and strapped him to a backboard. Foster was moving his head and talking to paramedics when they lifted him off the ice. Mitchell got only a two-minute penalty for tripping, prompting anger from Minnesota coach Jacques Lemaire. The Wild didn't score on the ensuing power play, and the Sharks led 2-1 at the time of the incident. Foster's Fantasy value is limited to deeper leagues.
News: Wild D Kurtis Foster scored his seventh goal of the season during Sunday's game against the Sharks. Foster, who finished at plus-2, has been able to play in the last two games after missing two games with a back injury.
Analysis: Foster is now two points shy of making it three straight seasons with 20-plus points. He is not an outstanding offensive weapon and his Fantasy value is limited to deeper leagues.
News: Wild D Kurtis Foster did not play Thursday at Carolina because of a sore back. It is unknown when Foster will be back in the lineup.
Analysis: Foster has six goals and 11 assists this season, which makes him useless in anything but the deepest of Fantasy formats.
News: Wild D Kurtis Foster won't play Tuesday night against the Blackhawks as he has a sore back, reports the Minneapolis Star-Tribune.
Analysis: Foster has six goals and 11 assists this season, which makes him useless in anything but the deepest of Fantasy formats.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Wild defenseman Kurtis Foster's face is once again covered in bruises and stitches. This is getting to be a regular thing. That's why, when a puck bounced off his stick, under his visor and hit his nose during Saturday's practice, he showed his temper, throwing his helmet on the ice as he skated off. "It's just ongoing," Foster said. "Every time I get fine, it happens again."
Analysis: Foster played Sunday against the Predators despite the latest incident. He recorded a plus-2 rating, took two shots on goal and spent two minutes in the penalty box. He actually has two goals and two assists in his last four games. He missed four games earlier in the season with a broken cheekbone. Foster is a tough cookie, but remains a low-end Fantasy flier at this time.
News:The Sports Xchange reports after being scratched in nine of the Wild's last 11 games, defenseman Kurtis Foster was back in the lineup Monday against the Stars. Now he has to do what it takes to stay there. "I know what they want from me -- get quality shots, make good plays, play good in my own zone," Foster said. "They don't want me to be afraid to make mistakes. It's a (double-edged) sword, though. You don't want to be afraid to make mistakes, but it's in the back of your head all the time that you don't want to be out the next games."
Analysis: Foster has managed just two goals and six assists this season. He has never been a big points guy, but the team would like him to play as he did during the 2005 season when he set a career high with 28 points. He is merely a low-end Fantasy flier at this time.
News: Wild D Kurtis Foster returned to the lineup Friday against the Red Wings after missing four games with a broken cheekbone. He did not record a point and finished at even in 18:48 of ice time.
Analysis: Foster returns to the ice as one of the Wild's top defenders. He has seven points in 21 games this season. He has yet to play a full season in his career and remains an injury-prone player. When healthy, he is a low-end Fantasy flier.
News: Wild D Kurtis Foster (cheekbone) did not play Wednesday against the Flyers. He has now missed the last four games with a broken cheekbone.
Analysis: The injury comes at a bad time for Foster, who has seven points (5 G) in 20 games this season. He has yet to play a full season in his career and remains an injury-prone player. When healthy, he is a low-end Fantasy flier.
News: Wild D Kurtis Foster (cheekbone) did not play Sunday against the Canucks. He has now missed the last three games with a broken cheekbone.
Analysis: The injury comes at a bad time for Foster, who has seven points (5 G) in 20 games this season. He has yet to play a full season in his career and remains an injury-prone player. When healthy, he is a low-end Fantasy flier.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Kurtis Foster missed his second game because of a broken cheekbone on Friday against the Blues.
Analysis: The injury comes at a bad time for Foster, who has seven points (5 G) in 20 games this season. He has yet to play a full season in his career and remains an injury-prone player. When healthy, he is a low-end Famtasy flier.
News: D Kurtis Foster snapped a 14-game goal drought that dated to April 3 of last year with his power-play goal against Edmonton Monday.
Analysis: Foster is someone to consider in larger Fantasy formats for now.
News: Kurtis Foster (groin) was back on the ice on Wednesday night against the Oilers. Foster was scoreless with three shots on goal in 17:11 of ice time.
Analysis: It appears safe to get Foster back into the active Fantasy lineup in all deeper leagues. The Wild will be back in action on Saturday at Phoenix.
News: Wild D Kurtis Foster (groin) did not return to action Saturday against the Blue Jackets. He has now missed both games to open the season.
Analysis: Foster remains day to day. Keep him reserved in all deeper Fantasy leagues until he can officially return and prove his health. Foster had three goals and 20 assists last season. He is merely a low-end Fantasy option when healthy.
News: Kurtis Foster (groin) was unable to suit up for the regular season opener on Thursday against the Blackhawks.
Analysis: Foster remains day to day. Keep him reserved in all deeper Fantasy leagues until he can officially return and prove his health.
News: Kurtis Foster (groin) was unable to return to the ice for the final preseason game against the Blues. He remains day to day at this point.
Analysis: Foster is questionable for Thursday's regular season opener against the Blackhawks. He remains useful as a No. 4 or 5 Fantasy defenseman in most leagues when healthy.
News: The Minneapolis Star-Tribune reports Kurtis Foster missed practice on Tuesday due to a sore groin. He also missed Wednesday's preseason game against the Blues.
Analysis: Foster is considered day to day. He is a good looking No. 4 or 5 Fantasy defenseman heading into the 2007-08 season despite the slow start to the preseason and now the minor injury.
News: Kurtis Foster has managed an assist in two preseason games and he has posted four penalty minutes.
Analysis: Foster is a good looking No. 4 or 5 Fantasy defenseman heading into the 2007-08 season despite the slow start to the preseason.
News: The Minnesota Wild re-signed hard-shooting defenseman Kurtis Foster to a one-year contract Tuesday, avoiding a salary arbitration hearing. Foster's arbitration case was scheduled for Friday. The Wild have two other restricted free agents who could go to arbitration: forward Derek Boogaard (Monday) and defenseman Nick Schultz (July 26).
Analysis: Foster, 25, had three goals and 20 assists in 57 games for the Wild last season, tying a franchise record with 13 power-play assists. He also tied a team record for defensemen with seven shots in a game at Ottawa last Nov. 20. He missed 18 games due to injuries. He is a solid late-round pick on Draft Day in all Fantasy leagues.
News: Wild defenseman Kurtis Foster returned Saturday from a nine-game absence because of a knee injury. He played for 12:23 and finished with an even rating.
Analysis: It appears safe to put Foster back into active Fantasy lineups. When healthy, he is a low-end Fantasy option.
News: Kurtis Foster (knee) was unable to play in Thursday's game against the Panthers despite being listed as probable.
Analysis: Foster remains day to day and is close to returning. However, if he is unable to play in Saturday's game against the Hurricanes, keep him reserved in all leagues for Fantasy Week 20 (Feb. 12-18).
News: Defenseman Kurtis Foster participated fully in Wednesday's practice and probably will play against the Panthers. He hasn't suited up since hurting his knee on Jan. 16 against Edmonton.
Analysis: Keep Foster reserved in all Fantasy leagues until he can officially play and prove his health in consecutive games without any lingering effects of the injury.
News: The Minneapolis Star-Tribune reports Kurtis Foster left Tuesday's game against the Oilers in the first period due to a lower body injury and he will not play again until after the All-Star break.
Analysis: Keep Foster reserved in all Fantasy leagues until he can officially return and prove his health in consecutive games without any lingering effects of the injury.
News: C Pavol Demitra, LW Pascal Dupuis, D Kurtis Foster, C Mikko Koivu, D Nick Schultz, C Wyatt Smith and RW Joel Ward were all scoreless in Sunday's shootout win at Chicago and each managed a minus-1 rating.
Analysis: Foster has gone scoreless in six straight games with a minus-3 rating after a three-game run with six assists. He remains a useful No. 5 or 6 Fantasy defenseman in most formats.
News: Red hot defenseman Kurtis Foster picked up an assist with five shots on goal in 20:59 of ice time in Wednesday's game against the Thrashers.
Analysis: Foster has picked up six assists during his current three-game point streak and he has also posted 10 penalty minutes.
News: Wild D Kurtis Foster (larynx) played for the first time since Nov. 29 on Friday against the Red Wings. He logged 17:19 of ice time and finished with a minus-1 rating.
Analysis: Prior to getting injured, Foster had one goal and eight assists in 23 games. When healthy, he is useful as a No. 4 Fantasy defender.
News: Kurtis Foster skated hard before Minnesota's practice Tuesday, but missed his ninth straight game against the Canucks with an injured larynx.
Analysis: Foster is nearing a return, but he should be kept reserved in all Fantasy leagues until he can officially play and prove his health.
News: The Minneapolis Star-Tribune reports Kurtis Foster has a broken larynx and will be sidelined at least 10 to 14 more days.
Analysis: Foster should be reserved in all Fantasy leagues until he can officially return and prove his health again.
News: Wild D Kurtis Foster was hit in the throat by a puck while sitting on the bench in Wednesday night's loss to San Jose and is expected to miss extended time.
Analysis: When healthy, Foster is worth starting as a No. 3 or 4 defenseman. The Wild have not given a timetable for his return, so put him on your bench until further notice.
News: Wild defenseman Kurtis Foster left Wednesday's game in the first period and did not return after being struck in the neck by an errant clearing attempt while sitting on the Minnesota bench.
Analysis: When healthy, Foster is worth starting as a No. 3 or 4 defenseman. Consider him day-to-day and questionable for the Wild's next game on Friday against the Red Wings.
News: Wild D Kurtis Foster (head) played on Friday against the Coyotes. He had two assists in the win.
Analysis: When healthy, Foster is worth starting as a No. 3 or 4 defenseman.
News: Wild defenseman Kurtis Foster was helped off the ice in the second period against Montreal Wednesday after he was struck on the right side of the head by a clearing shot off a faceoff. He did not return.
Analysis: When healthy, Foster is worth starting as a No. 3 or 4 defenseman.
News: Kurtis Foster and Petteri Nummelin have three assists through five games so far with the Minnesota Wild. Foster has an even rating while Nummelin is a plus-2.
Analysis: Foster and Nummelin are decent No. 5 or 6 Fantasy options in most leagues.
News: Kurtis Foster and Petteri Nummelin were scoreless in Thursday's game against the Capitals, each posting an even rating.
Analysis: Foster and Nummelin are solid No. 5 or 6 Fantasy defensemen at this point. They'll look to get back on the scoresheet on Saturday against the Blue Jackets.
News: Kurtis Foster finished with 10 goals and 28 points in his first full season with the Wild, playing in 58 games.
Analysis: Foster was a decent Fantasy defenseman in all larger leagues and the same should hold true heading into the 2006-07 season.
News: Foster scored his 10th goal of the season in Tuesday's loss against the Oilers in 18:17 of ice time.
Analysis: Foster ended a 19-game goal drought since he last lit the lamp in back-to-back games on Feb. 18-20. He remains a useful Fantasy defenseman in all larger leagues.
News: Foster leads the Minnesota defenders with nine goals, 13 assists and an even rating through 39 games at the Olympic Games break. He goal total leads all Minnesota defenders.
Analysis: Foster has slowed down recently, but he remains a decent addition to a Fantasy roster in all leagues if you are in need of a defenseman.
News: Kurtis Foster hasn't tallied a point since Jan. 22 against Chicago.
Analysis: Before that span, Foster had three goals and three assists in five games. He's still a decent player to use in most Fantasy leagues that require three or more starting defensemen.
News: Foster picked up a pair of assists and a plus-1 with two shots on goal in Sunday's game at Chicago.
Analysis: Foster has picked up six points (3 G, 3 A) over the past five games. He has emerged as a useful Fantasy rearguard in all formats.
News: Foster scored his eighth goal of the season with a plus-1 rating in 18:07 of ice time on Wednesday against the Maple Leafs.
Analysis: Foster's eight goals lead all defensemen on the Wild, including Filip Kuba who might be a little more known to Fantasy owners.
News: Foster was scoreless in Monday's game against the Stars in 13:46 of ice time.
Analysis: After a hot start since his recall from the minors, Foster has three points (1 G, 2 A) and a minus-2 rating over his past 10 games.
News: Foster picked up an assist and plus-1 rating in Thursday's game at Pittsburgh.
Analysis: Foster has six points (4 G, 2 A) in his first eight games since being recalled from Houston of the AHL on Nov. 19.
News: Foster was scoreless with a minus-1 rating in Monday's game at N.Y. Rangers.
Analysis: Despite the scoreless game, he is worth a roster spot in larger Fantasy leagues. Foster has posted five points (4 G, 1 A) in seven games since his recall from Houston of the AHL back on Nov. 19.
News: Foster was traded to the Mighty Ducks of Anaheim on Saturday in exchange for defenseman Niclas Havelid.
Analysis: Foster is not a useful Fantasy player.
News: Foster was recalled from Chicago of the AHL on Saturday.
Analysis: Foster replaces Garnet Exelby (hip) on the Atlanta roster. He has no Fantasy value.
