News:Steve Ott found the net for the third consecutive game Sunday, tallying an even-strength goal in a shootout win over the Devils.
Analysis:Steve Ott has been a multi-category threat all season and is clipping along at around a half point per game pace (20 points in 38 games). Keep him rolling in rotisserie leagues that include points as well as PIMs, hits and faceoffs.
News:Steve Ott scored a pair of goals, including the game-winner on an overtime power play, Tuesday against Montreal.
Analysis: He hadn't tickled the twine since Feb. 7, but has still been chipping in assists, PIM and hits, making him a quality contributor in leagues that count the physical categories.
News:Steve Ott skated with Cody Hodgson and Jason Pominville at practice Tuesday, reports Mike Harrington of The Buffalo News.
Analysis: Any time spent with the top line should be a benefit to Steve Ott's offensive output, so keep an eye on this situation. Ott has 14 points in 29 games this season and remains a valuable contributor in other categories such as PIM (53), hits (125) and faceoffs (58.6 percent).
News:Steve Ott had two assists and won 10 of 17 faceoffs in Thursday's shootout win over the Panthers.
Analysis:Steve Ott continues to be a useful player in PIM leagues and carries a 58% rating on the dot this season. He also ranks second in the league in hits with 89, so the offensive stats are just a bonus to the value he provides in secondary categories.
News: Through 16 games, Steve Ott leads the NHL with 64 hits.
Analysis:Steve Ott also has an acceptable seven points to go with all those hits, as well as a plus-4 rating. His high in a season is 46 points so there's not a ton of upside in the scoring categories, but as usual he's one of the NHL's best in one category and there's no reason that won't continue.
News:Steve Ott led Sabres' forwards in time-on-ice Sunday, skating 21:09 in a 3-2 loss to the Capitals. He assisted on Tyler Ennis' goal in the first period.
Analysis: He replaced Marcus Foligno on a line with Ennis and Drew Stafford, a move that immediately improves Steve Ott's fantasy value. Coach Lindy Ruff loves to juggle his lines, so don't expect this to necessarily be a permanent move.
News:Steve Ott scored a power-play goal in his Sabres debut Sunday, a 5-2 victory over the visiting Flyers.
Analysis:Steve Ott wasn't taken on draft day for his power play skills, but owners will take any bonus they can get from the Sabres' new agitator. Keep an eye on him - his versatility allows him to fit anywhere in the lineup.
Steve Ott: Skating On The Wing In First Camp With Sabres
News:Steve Ott has been been occupying the left wing on a line with Mikhail Grigorenko and Ville Leino in training camp, reports The Buffalo News.
Analysis:Steve Ott will likely look to make an impression early on as the Sabres' new agitator, so take note if you're in a league that values PIMs. However, playing on the wing may hinder his value in leagues that measure faceoffs, a category in which Ott excels.
News: The Stars have dealt Steve Ott and Adam Pardy to Buffalo for Derek Roy, the team's official site reports.
Analysis: The Sabres lose Roy's offensive touch, but add some grit (with a dash of skill) by obtaining Steve Ott, who recorded 39 points (11g, 28a) and 156 penalty minutes in 74 games with the Stars this past season.
News:Steve Ott (back) will play against Anaheim on Saturday, DallasStars.com reports.
Analysis:Steve Ott had two assists and five PIMs in the two games prior to Thursday's missed game. He'll be there if you need him Saturday.
News:Steve Ott (back) expects to play against Anaheim on Saturday, ESPN Dallas' Mark Stepneski reports.
Analysis: We'll watch for confirmation on this, but for the time being Steve Ott's owners can anticipate his return Saturday.
News: The zebras nabbed Steve Ott for nine penalty minutes in Saturday's game at Minnesota, giving him 101 PIMs on the campaign.
Analysis: There are just six players in the league with 100-plus penalty minutes. If your league's scoring system emphasizes this statistic, you already know how valuable Steve Ott is.
News:Steve Ott may face supplemental discipline for elbowing Edmonton's Anton Lander in the head in the second period of Saturday's game.
Analysis: He's a repeat offender so we have to think the odds are high he'll get some time for this stupid move.
News:Steve Ott scored at the 2:56 mark of the overtime frame to lead Dallas to a 3-2 comeback win over the Kings on Wednesday night. It was his second game-winning goal in as many games.
Analysis: He's only played 15 games, but he has four goals, six assists, a plus-5 rating, and 41 penalty minutes.
News: With Adam Burish (hand) headed to IR, the Stars have activated Steve Ott, the team's official Twitter feed reports.
Analysis:Steve Ott had eight points in 11 games and will at least help ease the pain from losing Burish. Ott is a plus-4 on the year in 19 minutes of ice time per game.
News:Steve Ott (hip ) will not play in Tuesday's game against the Panthers, ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The Stars will hold Steve Ott out of one more game, but head coach Glen Gulutzan expects him to be able to return for the Starts' next game Friday.
News:Steve Ott (hip) is expected to be a game-time decision Tuesday, the Dallas Morning News reports.
Analysis:Steve Ott's placement on the Jamie Benn figures to be in jeopardy upon his return as well given the success of that re-configured line in Ott's absence.
News:Steve Ott (hip) won't rejoin the lineup until next week, the Dallas Morning News reports.
Analysis:Steve Ott will miss both games, in Pittsburgh and in Detroit, this weekend before possibly rejoining the lineup when the team returns home Tuesday.
News:Steve Ott (hip) isn't expected to play Tuesday, the Dallas Morning News reports.
Analysis:Steve Ott is targeting a return to the lineup Friday, hopefully practicing with the team Wednesday.
News:Steve Ott (hip), who will miss Sunday's game, is doubtful for Tuesday as well, the Dallas Morning News reports.
Analysis:Steve Ott is not with the team as it embarks on a four-game road trip but hopes to join the team for practice Wednesday. "These last two days have been real good. Hes made some improvements and he is not in as much discomfort," said coach Glen Gulutzan. "I think Tuesday is a stretch because we need him to practice a couple days. I think we are going to move that to Friday. He's going to stay back for the first bit of the trip so he can rehab and possibly get on the ice here by himself."
News:Steve Ott (hip pointer) is expected to miss the next two games, the Dallas Morning News reports.
Analysis:Steve Ott is hoping to return to the lineup Tuesday against the Penguins.
News:Steve Ott isn't expected to play Friday as he recovers from a minor hip injury, the Dallas Morning News reports.
Analysis:Steve Ott was able to play in Dallas' last game (Saturday) after taking a skate to the hip during the previous game, but he's been unable to skate during practice despite several days off the ice. This could be something that lingers a bit.
News:Steve Ott, skating major minutes on the first line Thursday in a preseason win over Colorado, stuffed the stat sheet with a goal, two assists, a plus-2 rating, a couple penalty minutes, three shots, a blocked shot, two hits, and five faceoff wins in eight tries.
Analysis: In short, Steve Ott had himself a heck of a day. He's shown the ability to put up some points in the past, so if he sticks in Dallas's top six this year, he could certainly put up a good number of points to go with a whole ton of hits and PIM.
News:Steve Ott is expected to skate as the left wing on Dallas' top line Thursday, the Dallas Morning News reports.
Analysis: This could be a nice spot for Steve Ott, given that he spent much of last season as Dallas' third center in a checking role.
News: Ott (upper body) was able to play in Thursday's game and netted the game winning goal in a 5-0 win over Chicago.
Analysis: Ott played his customary role and had no ill effects from taking an elbow to the head from Dany Heatley earlier in the week.
News: Ott (upper body) is listed as probable for Thursday night after taking an elbow to the head late in Tuesday's game, the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports.
Analysis: San Jose' Danny Heatley was suspended two games as a result of the cheap elbow he threw at Ott in the waning minutes Tuesday. Ott has struggled to light the lamp (just three goals since December), but remains Dallas' primary pugilist with Krys Barch unable to fight due to a facial fracture.
News: Ott was named the game's first star Saturday after a goal, an assist and a minor penalty in the Stars' 4-3 OT win over the Wild.
Analysis: He's on pace to match his 36 points of last season and should come close to 150 PIMs again this year. He's best-suited to leagues that roll forwards instead of individual positions as his point/PIM combo just won't work if he's considered a pivot.
News: Ott's two shots on goal in an October 21 game against Nashville matched his early-season best.
Analysis: Ott has five shots on goal in the past three games after recording zero in the Stars' first four contests. Perhaps this is a sign that he is starting to pull the trigger and pick up the pace despite a slow start.
News: Stars LW Steve Ott had three goals for his first career hat trick, scoring short-handed early in the first period and adding even-strength and power-play goals in Dallas' 5-1 victory over the Western Conference-leading Sharks on Wednesday.
Analysis: Ott has now tied his single-season career high with 19 goals, but has about half as many assists (14) as he did last campaign (27). He remains a quality start in deeper leagues that reward PIM.
News: TSN.ca reports that Stars LW Steve Ott has signed a four-year contract extension. Ott was removed off IR on Tuesday and played against the Kings.
Analysis: In 389 career games with the Stars, Ott has 51 goals, 136 points and 778 penalty minutes. He is an enforcer, but one with a solid offensive side to his game too, as evidenced by his 46-point campaign in 2008-09. He remains a quality start in deeper leagues that reward PIM.
News: The Stars have placed LW Steve Ott on injured reserve with appendicitis. He is out until after the Olympic break.
Analysis: Ott had 10 points in his last 13 games coming into this week. Stash him away in deeper leagues until after the break.
News: ESPN reports that Stars LW Steve Ott had an emergency appendectomy early Monday morning and will not play until after the Olympic break.
Analysis: This injury comes an inopportune time for Ott and his Fantasy owners, as the physical wingers had 10 points in his last 13 games coming into Week 19 (Feb. 8-14). Bench him in deeper leagues until after the break.
News: Stars LW Steve Ott scored a goal and finished at minus-1 on Sunday against the Coyotes. Ott got Dallas to 2-1 at 7:07 of the second period when his shot from the right point went in off Phoenix defenseman Sami Lepisto's skate. It was his 11th goal and first score in eight games.
Analysis: Ott has had a pretty good run as of late with four goals and four assists in his last 10 games. He has really stepped up since Dallas has dealt with some injuries. We are just not convinced his hot streak will last like it did in 2008-09. Ott has low-end Fantasy appeal and is best used in Fantasy leagues that reward heavily for PIM.
News: Stars LW Steve Ott tallied a pair of assists and finished at plus-1 on Friday against the Oilers. He also spent four minutes in the penalty box. Ott has three goals and three assists in his last six games.
Analysis: Ott has posted 14 points in his last 24 games and has been a decent offensive contributor since December. Ott was a surprise offensive standout in 2008-09 for Dallas since the Stars needed him to step up because the injury bug depleted the lineup. He has since returned to more of a checking-line presence in 2009-10 under first-year coach Marc Crawford. Ott has low-end Fantasy appeal and is best used in Fantasy leagues that reward heavily for PIM.
News: Dallas winger Steve Ott scored the game's final two goals on Tuesday against the Flyers but the Stars still lost, 6-3. Ott connected on his eight and ninth goals of the season and finished with two points.
Analysis: Ott now has 15 points for the year and these were his first in January. Any offense Fantasy owners get out of him is just gravy as he is far more effective as an enforcer. He should remain active in leagues that reward heavily for PIM but little else.
News: On Friday night against the Islanders, Stars coach Marc Crawford moved C Tom Wandell to the No. 2 line and C Mike Modano from the fourth to the third line. Winger Steve Ott centered the fourth line. Crawford was adjusting his center rotation behind Brad Richards since Mike Ribeiro will be out 4-6 weeks with a throat contusion.
Analysis: Neither Wandell, Modano or Ott tallied a point on Friday and have some big shoes to fill in Ribeiro's absence. Wandell initially taking over the second line is the most intriguing, but don't be surprised if the veteran Modano eventually makes his way up the depth chart. Modano probably has the most Fantasy potential, followed by Ott and Wandell. Still, they are low-end Fantasy fliers until further notice.
News: Dallas LW Steve Ott had one of his best performances of the season on Tuesday in a 5-4 win over the Blackhawks. He had two goals in the game, including the game-winner, and added an assist. His goal in the third period came on a power play and put Dallas up 5-4. Ott increased his points total on the season to 13 with seven goals and six assists.
Analysis: Ott has now scored in two games in a row, which is not exactly what he is known for. Any offense Fantasy owners get out of him is just gravy as he is far more effective as an enforcer. He should remain active in leagues that reward heavily for PIM but little else.
News: Dallas LW Steve Ott returned from a two-game suspension on Saturday against the Predators and ended up with his second goal of the season. His goal opened the scoring in a 4-2 loss to the Predators, coming on the power play with a wrist shot.
Analysis: Ott was suspended two games for a low shot on Blues D Carlo Colaiacovo. He hit the ground running in his return, picking up his second goal and fifth overall point. Ott is a low-end Fantasy flier for the most part and is useful in leagues that reward heavily for PIM.
News: Dallas Stars forward Steve Ott has been suspended two games for a low hit on St. Louis Blues defenseman Carlo Colaiacovo. The NHL announced the suspension Tuesday. The hit occurred midway through the second period in the Stars' 4-1 victory on Saturday. No penalty was assessed on the play. Ott, who forfeits $34,756 in salary, won't be eligible to return to the lineup until Oct. 31 at Nashville.
Analysis: Ott has moved back to his role as a checking-line player for the Stars. We doubt he will match his offensive output from last season, so consider Ott a low-end Fantasy forward and flier in leagues that reward heavily for PIM when active.
News: Stars LW Steve Ott, playing in his first game in 10 days, scored and assisted Wednesday in a win over the Ducks.
Analysis: Ott was a great offensive player down the stretch for Dallas in 2008-09 as the team needed some scoring help after being ravished by injuries. Unfortunately, now that everyone is healthy, Ott has moved back to his role as a checking-line role. We doubt he will match his offensive output from last season, so consider Ott a low-end Fantasy forward and flier in leagues that reward heavily for PIM when healthy.
News: The Dallas Stars have activated center Steve Ott from injured reserve. Ott hurt a rib cage muscle Oct. 11 against Vancouver and went on the injured list five days later. He missed four games and was activated before the Stars' game at Anaheim on Wednesday night.
Analysis: Ott has one assist and nine penalty minutes in four games. Ott was a great offensive player down the stretch for Dallas in 2008-09 as the team needed some scoring help after being ravished by injuries. Unfortunately, now that everyone is healthy, Ott has moved back to his role as a checking-line role. We doubt he will match his offensive output from last season, so consider Ott a low-end Fantasy forward and flier in leagues that reward heavily for PIM when healthy.
News: The Dallas Stars have placed C Steve Ott on injured reserve with a rib cage muscle injury. To replace Ott, Dallas recalled C Aaron Gagnon from the AHL.
Analysis: Ott is just a low-end Fantasy forward and flier in leagues that reward heavily for PIM when healthy, so only stash him if you can really afford to waste the roster spot. Gagnon has no Fantasy value at this time.
News: Stars LW Steve Ott was held out Wednesday against the Predators with an oblique injury. He was injured Sunday against the Canucks.
Analysis: Ott was a great offensive player down the stretch for Dallas in 2008-09 as the team needed some scoring help after being ravished by injuries. Unfortunately, now that everyone is healthy, Ott has moved back to his role as a checking-line role. We doubt he will match his offensive output from last season, so consider Ott a low-end Fantasy forward and flier in leagues that reward heavily for PIM when healthy.
News: Stars forward Steve Ott left in the first period Sunday against the Canucks with an undisclosed injury and did not return. He had no points in 3:19 of ice time.
Analysis: Ott was a great offensive player down the stretch for Dallas in 2008-09 as the team needed some scoring help after being ravished by injuries. Unfortunately, now that everyone is healthy, Ott has moved back to his role as a checking-line role. We doubt he will match his offensive output from last season, so consider Ott a low-end Fantasy forward and flier in leagues that reward heavily for PIM.
News:The Sports Xchange reports this time last year, Steve Ott's role was, at best, undecided. After all, the Stars had gone to some decent lengths (especially monetarily) to sign noted agitator Sean Avery last July, and Ott certainly had to wonder where he stood in the Stars' system. Well, it wouldn't take him long to find out. Throw in Avery's abrupt departure and way too many injuries, and Ott suddenly had a lot of opportunities. He took advantage of every one of them. And that may be why, when you scroll the Stars on-line roster, there's an "A" beside Ott's name. He's earned some marks.
Analysis: While he battled through a hand injury that left him unable to tussle (at least physically), Ott nevertheless juggled a lot of responsibilities well last season. He still talked plenty, but his big contributions came on the top line with Mike Ribeiro. Missing Brenden Morrow, Ribeiro needed someone who would win puck battles in the corners and get in front of the net as soon as possible. Ott did all that -- he finished with a career-high 19 goals -- and then some. And that mouth? Well, it certainly couldn't hurt the Stars to have another vocal guy in the locker room. Considering his work in 2008-09, Ott probably won't have to fight for a role on this Stars team this season. So he can save his fighting work for where it's always been most effective: the ice. Unfortunately, he likely won't be a top-line forward if Morrow is back at full strength. It will be interesting to see how first-year coach Marc Crawford uses him in 2009-10. Consider Ott a viable Fantasy flier in leagues that reward heavily for PIM and a low-end option in standard formats Draft Day.
News:The Sports Xchange reports the Stars might have had a few players up for team MVP honors in 2008-09, but Steve Ott deserved it the most. He was primarily known as an agitator at the start of this season, and that left him in limbo when the Stars signed master angst-creator Sean Avery. But when Brenden Morrow went out, Ott became a top-line forward, a complement to Mike Ribeiro, who was missing Morrow on his left side. Ott put up career numbers in goals (19), assists (27) and points (46) and showed that he can be a multi-faceted player.
Analysis: Morrow and Ribeiro will probably be together again next season, but if the Stars can stay healthy, Ott will add depth to their lines. Ott was an offensive whiz as a junior player before Dallas opted to switch him to more of an enforcer as a pro. It will be interesting to see how first-year coach Marc Crawford uses him in 2009-10. Consider Ott a viable Fantasy flier in leagues that reward heavily for PIM and a low-end option in standard formats Draft Day.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Stars LW Steve Ott had an assist Tuesday against the Wild and now has 10 points in his last 12 contests (four goals, six assists). He had three goals and an assist against the Wild this season.
Analysis: Ott has managed 40-plus points for the first time in his NHL career in 2008-09. He has played his best hockey in his career since January and has had to since injuries have depleted the Dallas lineup. Ott was a solid scoring presence as a junior hockey player before becoming more of a checking-line presence as a pro. He is a good two-way player and passes as a low-end Fantasy forward.
News: Stars LW Steve Ott tallied a pair of assists and finished at even Tuesday against the Kings. He has no goals and five assists in his last six games. Ott has four multi-assist games in 2008-09.
Analysis: Ott broke 40 points for the first time in his career Tuesday. He has played his best hockey in his career since January and has had to since injuries have depleted the Dallas lineup. Ott was a solid scoring presence as a junior hockey player before becoming more of a checking-line presence as a pro. He is a good two-way player and passes as a low-end Fantasy forward.
News: Stars LW Steve Ott scored and assisted in Tuesday's loss to the Canucks.
Analysis: Ott has been playing great since January, but he is still not an elite scorer. Consider him a low-end Fantasy forward and flier in leagues that reward heavily for PIM.
News: Stars LW Steve Ott scored and assisted in Thursday's loss to the Kings.
Analysis: Ott has been playing great since January, but he is still not an elite scorer. Consider him a low-end Fantasy forward and flier in leagues that reward heavily for PIM.
News: Stars C Steve Ott was back Tuesday against the Sharks from a one-game suspension for attempting to injure Anaheim's Travis Moen with an eye-gouge during a fight last week. He didn't have a point in 17:01 of ice time and took five shots on net.
Analysis: Ott has been a solid offensive presence for the Stars since the calendar year hit 2009, but he is still not an elite scorer. Consider him a low-end Fantasy forward and flier in leagues that reward heavily for PIM.
News: Dallas Stars LW Steve Ott has been suspended one game by the NHL for attempting to injure Anaheim's Travis Moen during a fight Saturday. Ott, who was suspended indefinitely on Sunday, did not play against Pittsburgh and is eligible to return Tuesday when the Stars play the Sharks in San Jose.
Analysis: Ott is a low-end Fantasy forward who is clearly on the ice for his physical presence although he has been solid in the offensive department this season as well. He should only be starting in deeper formats.
News: Stars center Steve Ott was suspended indefinitely by the NHL on Sunday after he received a penalty for attempting to injure Anaheim's Travis Moen at the end of a game on Saturday. Ott missed Sunday's home game against Pittsburgh and won't be eligible to play until after a hearing with league officials that will determine a specific length of the ban. Ott and Moen squared off in a fight after the final horn sounded in Anaheim's 4-3 victory Saturday over Dallas. Ott's hand made contact with Moen's eye, which game officials ruled was an eye-gouge and gave him a match penalty for attempting to injure. Ott left the ice with two cuts on his face. The bout ensued after Ott cross-checked Ducks defenseman Scott Niedermayer during the final seconds of the game. Once time ran out, Anaheim goalie Jean-Sebastien Giguere whacked Ott in the knee with his stick and punched Ott behind the head. Moen saw Ott involved with Giguere and began punching Ott, who has a broken bone in his right hand and can't punch back. Ott said the eye-gouging was an accident. The incident will be reviewed Monday by league disciplinarian Colin Campbell, who will determine the length of the Stars agitator's suspension.
Analysis: "Steve Ott does what he does," Ducks coach Randy Carlyle said Saturday. "He gets into those situations and that's what happens." Ott is a low-end Fantasy forward who is clearly on the ice for his physical presence although he has been solid in the offensive department this season as well. He should not be starting in the upcoming scoring period.
News: Stars LW Steve Ott tallied a pair of assists and finished at plus-2 during Saturday's game against the Ducks. He also created a bit of trouble by getting into a fight with Travis Moen in the third period and picking up a 10-minute match penalty. Ott now has 17 assists and 108 penalty minutes on the season.
Analysis: Ott has been pretty solid offensively for the Stars since 2009 began. He has nine goals and 11 assists in his last 24 games. He has found a home on the top line with Mike Ribeiro and Jere Lehtinen, but Ott still remains more of a low-end Fantasy forward and flier in leagues that reward heavily for PIM.
News: Dallas LW Steve Ott returned to the Stars' lineup on Thursday after missing one game with an undisclosed injury. He had an assist in the game on a Jere Lehtinen goal in the third period.
Analysis: Ott ran off a career-high eight-game point streak before failing to tally a point in three games. He then missed a game and is now trying to start a new streak with the assist. He remains only a low-end forward now that he is healthy.
News:The Dallas Morning News reports Stars LW Steve Ott was held out with an undisclosed injury Monday against the Blue Jackets. He came in as questionable after missing the morning practice.
Analysis: Ott doesn't have a point in his last three games after running off a career-high eight-game point streak. Ott was an offensive whiz during his junior hockey days, but ever since he turned pro, the Stars turned him into a defensive-grinder. He is still up on the top line with Mike Ribeiro and Jere Lehtinen, but we expected his hot streak to end eventually. Ott remains just a low-end Fantasy flier when healthy.
News: Stars LW Steve Ott failed to record a point in 10:01 of ice time Saturday against the Blackhawks and hasn't tallied a point in three games since his career-high eight-game streak came to an end. Ott had six goals and six assists during the point streak.
Analysis: Ott was an offensive whiz during his junior hockey days, but ever since he turned pro, the Stars turned him into a defensive-grinder. He is still up on the top line with Mike Ribeiro and Jere Lehtinen, but we expected his hot streak to end eventually. Ott remains just a low-end Fantasy flier.
News: Dallas LW Steve Ott's empty-netter with 1:34 left against the Predators on Sunday clinched the win for the Stars, coming off a 10-2 victory over the New York Rangers on Friday night. It was his 24th point of the season with 13 goals and 11 assists on the season.
Analysis: Ott has now scored at least a point in seven straight games with six goals and six assists during that stretch. He has been on fire since the break and can be thought of as more than just an enforcer at this point. He is especially useful in leagues that reward heavily for PIM but can now also be thought of as a usable low-end option.
News: Stars LW Steve Ott scored a goal, tallied an assist and finished at plus-1 Friday against the Rangers. Ott scored his 10th goal on a power-play during a six-goal outburst in the third period. The veteran forward has five goals and five assists during a seven-game point streak.
Analysis: Ott has been skating on the left wing of the top line recently and it has shown in the stat column. He is by far having the best run of his season and is one goal away from tying his career high (11). He is now one point away from setting a new career high for points.. Ott is a good two-way player, but remains a low-end Fantasy option outside of leagues that reward heavily for PIM.
News: Stars LW Steve Ott scored a goal during Thursday's 3-2 loss to the Avalanche. The first period was about to finish scoreless when Ott pushed the puck past Peter Budaj with just 40 seconds left. Matt Niskanen took a shot from just inside the blue line, and Ott stuck his stick out, tipping the puck over Budaj's left shoulder. He has four goals and four assists during a six-game point streak.
Analysis: Ott has been skating on the left wing of the top line recently and it has shown in the stat column. He is by far having the best run of his season and is one goal away from tying his career high (11). He is two points shy of tying his career high (22) as well. Ott is a good two-way player, but remains a low-end Fantasy option outside of leagues that reward heavily for PIM.
News: Stars LW Steve Ott extended his point streak to five games Tuesday with an assist in Tuesday's win over the Flames.
Analysis: Ott has heated up along with the Stars, but he not really on the ice to provide offense for the most part and this streak might not last much longer. Keep him active as an enforcer in leagues that reward for PIM but he doesn't have much value in other leagues.
News: Stars LW Steve Ott scored the Stars' first goal and assisted on the team's second in a 4-2 win over the Red Wings on Thursday. It was Ott's 16th and 17th points of the season. Ott deflected a Brad Richards shot past Osgood for the first goal of the game and helped Richards set up Lehtinen on the second.
Analysis: Ott is not really on the ice to provide offense for the most part, his wheelhouse is getting into skirmishes. Keep him active as an enforcer in leagues that reward for PIM but he doesn't have much value in other leagues.
News: Stars LW Steve Ott scored and assisted in Tuesday's win over the Thrashers.
Analysis: Ott's best season to date is 22 points, but the enforcer has six points in his last six games. Don't expect this stretch to continue for long though, and he remains just an option in deeper leagues that reward PIM. He has only six PIM in January.
News: Dallas LW Steve Ott assisted on Matt Niskanen's 1st period game-opening goal against the Sabres on Thursday night. Four minutes later, Ott scored a goal of his own to make it 2-0. It was his 5th of the season and came on a power play. The Stars would eventually lose the game 5-4 in a shootout.
Analysis: Ott now has 12 points on the season but missed a large chunk with a broken hand. He is not really an overpowering offensive player and is more on the ice for his checking skills. Ott remains more of a Fantasy flier in leagues that reward heavily for PIM.
News: Dallas LW Steven Ott scored a goal and had an assist in Thursday's game against the Sabres in a 5-4 shootout loss one game after scoring a goal against the Red Wings on Monday. It's the first time he has scored goals in back to back games and has only five goals on the season.
Analysis: Ott has been back in the Stars lineup for about a month now after breaking his hand in late November. He does little in terms of offense usually but it a pretty useful flier in leagues that reward for PIM.
News: Stars LW Steve Ott scored a goal and finished at plus-1 during Monday's 5-4 overtime win against the Red Wings. The Stars, who trailed 3-1 after the first period, forced overtime when Ott scored with three minutes left in regulation. Ott took a crossing pass from Mike Ribeiro and knocked the puck into the left side of the net when Chris Osgood was unable to recover. It was his fourth goal of the season and first in eight games.
Analysis: Ott returned from a broken hand in mid-December and has remained active in the Stars' lineup since. He is not really an overpowering offensive player and is more on the ice for his checking skills. Ott remains more of a Fantasy flier in leagues that reward heavily for PIM.
News: The Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports that the Stars will get D Stephane Robidas, LW Steve Ott and C Joel Lundqvist back from their respective injuries on Thursday vs. Columbus.
Analysis: Robidas hasn't scored a goal since October and has just five points in his last 16 games. He has some value in deeper leagues, but don't expect too much out of him. Ott returns to being primarily a Fantasy flier in leagues that reward heavily for PIM. Lundqvist is nothing more than a low-end Fantasy reserve at best.
News:The Sports Xchange reports that Stars C Steve Ott, who had surgery for a broken right hand on Nov. 24, skated with his teammates during morning skate on Dec. 10. He took and gave a few passes, but is still likely out until early January.
Analysis: Ott was ninth in the league with 51 PIM before getting hurt and has six points in 17 games, which is a decent pace for an enforcing forward. When healthy, he remains primarily a Fantasy flier in leagues that reward heavily for PIM when healthy and a low-end option in standard formats, but he should be ignored for the next few scoring periods.
News: The Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports that Stars LW Steve Ott will need surgery on his hand and will be out for about a month. He apparently sustained the injury during a fight on Saturday night.
Analysis: Ott is ninth in the league with 51 PIM and has six points in 17 games, which is a decent pace for an enforcing forward. When healthy, he remains primarily a Fantasy flier in leagues that reward heavily for PIM when healthy and a low-end option in standard formats, but he should be ignored for the next few scoring periods.
News: Stars LW Steve Ott assisted in his third straight game Tuesday as Dallas fell to the Kings.
Analysis: Ott has never been an offensive guy, but he is off to a good start with the penalty minutes (39), so he still has some value in deeper leagues that reward bad behavior.
News: Stars LW Steve Ott totaled five penalties and 18 minutes in the penalty box during Saturday's 5-1 loss to the Bruins. Ott took a 10-minute game misconduct in the third period and was also called for hooking, unsportsmanlike conduct, holding and roughing in the game.
Analysis: Ott has three points in seven games this season to go along with 35 penalty minutes. Ott continues to be primarily on the ice to act as extra muscle for the Stars when healthy. He remains primarily a Fantasy flier in leagues that reward heavily for PIM when healthy and a low-end option in standard formats.
News: Stars LW Steve Ott scored in his second straight game during Friday's 5-2 loss to the Blackhawks. Ott tied it 2-all at 7:39 of the second on a breakaway from center ice. He has scored in the two games since returning from a groin injury that kept him out three games.
Analysis: Ott has three points in six games this season to go along with 17 penalty minutes. Ott continues to be primarily on the ice to act as extra muscle for the Stars when healthy. He remains primarily a Fantasy flier in leagues that reward heavily for PIM when healthy and a low-end option in standard formats.
News: Stars LW Steve Ott returned to action Wednesday against the Wild after missing three games with a groin injury. Ott scored a goal, finished at plus-1 and spent two minutes in the penalty box for tripping. Dallas took the lead for good at 12:45 of the first period when Ott jammed a loose puck past Niklas Backstrom for a 2-1 lead.
Analysis: Ott has two points in five games this season to go along with 13 penalty minutes. Ott continues to be primarily on the ice to act as extra muscle for the Stars when healthy. He remains primarily a Fantasy flier in leagues that reward heavily for PIM when healthy.
News: The Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports that Stars LW Steve Ott (groin) practiced Sunday and should play Wednesday vs. the Wild. "There were some drills I haven’t done in a long, long time," Ott said. "It was a true test of my injury, and I felt great."
Analysis: Ott continues to be primarily on the ice to act as extra muscle for the Stars when healthy. He remains primarily a Fantasy flier in leagues that reward heavily for PIM when healthy.
News: Stars C Steve Ott missed his 3rd consecutive game with a groin injury Saturday against Washington. He is day to day and questionable for Wednesday vs. Minnesota.
Analysis: Ott continues to be primarily on the ice to act as extra muscle for the Stars when healthy. He remains primarily a Fantasy flier in leagues that reward heavily for PIM when healthy.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Stars C Steve Ott missed his second consecutive game with a groin injury Thursday against the Islanders. He is day to day and questionable for Saturday against the Capitals.
Analysis: Ott continues to be primarily on the ice to act as extra muscle for the Stars when healthy. He remains primarily a Fantasy flier in leagues that reward heavily for PIM when healthy.
News: The Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports that Stars LW Steve Ott (groin) will not play Thursday night against the Islanders.
Analysis: Ott had 11 goals and 11 assists last season, but has primarily been a checking defenseman in his career. He remains primarily a Fantasy flier in leagues that reward heavily for PIM when healthy. He's usually in the mix when it comes to fighting.
News: Stars LW Steve Ott was back on the ice for Saturday's game against Colorado. He missed Thursday's game against the Blues with an undisclosed injury. Ott logged 7:49 on the ice and attempted one shot in the first period. He did get a five-minute penalty for fighting in the first period.
Analysis: Ott had 11 goals and 11 assists last season, but has primarily been a checking defenseman in his career. He remains primarily a Fantasy flier in leagues that reward heavily for PIM when healthy. He's usually in the mix when it comes to fighting.
News: Stars LW Steve Ott missed Thursday's game against the Blues with an undisclosed injury. He is day to day and questionable for Saturday against the Avalanche.
Analysis: Ott has one goal, a minus-2 rating and six penalty minutes in two games this season. He had 11 goals and 11 assists last season, but has primarily been a checking defenseman in his career. Ott remains primarily a Fantasy flier in leagues that reward heavily for PIM when healthy.
News: The Dallas Stars signed center Steve Ott to a two-year contract worth $2.85 million on Tuesday night. The 25-year-old Ott's contract was set to expire after the season. He is signed through the 2009-10 season. The new deal was announced during Dallas' playoff game against the San Jose Sharks.
Analysis: Ott scored a career-high 11 goals this season and equaled a career-best with 22 points. Ott, who has 67 points in 273 career games, has two goals in Dallas' playoff run. Ott is a low-end Fantasy flier and someone to consider in leagues that reward heavily for PIM.
News: Dallas C Steve Ott completed his three-game suspension for a hit to the head of Colorado's Jordan Leopold. Ott is now available for Saturday's game against the Kings.
Analysis: Ott racked up 279 penalty minutes playing in the AHL during the lockout season of 2004-05, so that tells you exactly where Ott's Fantasy value lies.
News: Stars LW Steve Ott has received a three-game suspension for leaving his feet Sunday to hit Colorado's Jordan Leopold, reports the Dallas Morning News.
Analysis: Ott racked up 279 penalty minutes playing in the AHL during the lockout season of 2004-05, so that tells you exactly where Ott's Fantasy value lies. Be sure to bench him in Fantasy Week 25 (Mar. 17-23).
News: The Dallas Stars finally broke through against Phoenix goaltender Ilya Bryzgalov. Frustrated by Bryzgalov for more than 2 1/2 periods, the Stars got late goals from Steve Ott and Mike Modano to rally for a 2-1 victory against the Coyotes on Monday night. Bryzgalov denied the first 40 shots he faced before Ott tied it at 1 at 11:45 of the third period on a shot from the left circle that glanced into the net off the goalie's right shoulder.
Analysis: Ott, who finished at plus-1 and also spent two minutes in the penalty box for high-sticking, has nine goals on the season with three coming in his last seven games. Despite his recent scoring trend, Ott remains a low-end Fantasy flier and someone to consider in leagues that reward heavily for PIM.
News: Stars C Steve Ott is known more for his ability to find the penalty box, not the net, but the enforcer scored for the third time in his last five games Tuesday in a 4-3 win over the Canucks.
Analysis: Ott will always have value in leagues that reward penalty minutes, but don't expect this scoring thing to last.
News: Stars LW Steve Ott scored against Columbus for the second time in four nights Tuesday when he put the biscuit in the basket in a 4-2 loss to the Blue Jackets.
Analysis: Ott is usually a penalty minute machine, but he has only been in the box twice in his last 10 games. He is only worth a look in the largest of Fantasy leagues which heavily reward penalty minutes at this point.
News: Stars LW Brad Ott scored his fourth goal of the season and managed to earn himself 14 penalty minutes in Thursday night's 6-3 loss to the Minnesota Wild. He now has 88 penalty minutes on the year, which ranks him 10th in the league in that category.
Analysis: Ott is useful only in leagues that reward penalty minutes at this point.
News: Stars LW Steve Ott added an empty-net goal Saturday against the Sharks to seal a 4-2 win. It was his third goal this season and first since Nov. 19 against the Kings. He now has two points in his last seven games.
Analysis: Ott has played in most of the Stars' game this season after missing most of last season with a fractured ankle. He is averaging less than 13 minutes per game and has spent 44 minutes in the penalty box. He is only worth a look in the largest of Fantasy leagues which heavily reward penalty minutes at this point.
News:Steve Ott scored a rare goal in a 3-0 victory against the Los Angeles Kings on Monday night. Ott, known more as a checker and instigator than for his goal-scoring, notched his 12th in 214 career games late in the second period to put Dallas in front, and the Stars went on to beat the Kings in Dallas for the 10th consecutive time. "I got a one-handed little deflection and put it on the net," Ott said. "It wasn't a planned play. I just redirected it."
Analysis: Ott missed most of last season with a fractured ankle. He is only worth a look in the largest of Fantasy leagues which heavily reward penalty minutes at this point.
News:The Sports Xchange notes: C Steve Ott's assist on Krys Barch's goal against Nashville Saturday was his first point since Oct. 28, 2006, against the Los Angeles Kings.
Analysis: Ott missed most of last season with a fractured ankle. He is only worth a look in the largest of Fantasy leagues which heavily reward penalty minutes at this point.
News: Steve Ott (ankle) was activated from injured reserve on Tuesday against the Coyotes. He was scoreless with three shots on goal in 8:55 of ice time.
Analysis: Ott is only worth a look in the largest of Fantasy leagues which heavily reward penalty minutes at this point.
News: The Stars were missing injured forwards Brenden Morrow (wrist), Antti Miettinen and Eric Lindros (lower body), Steve Ott (ankle) and Matthew Barnaby (concussion) against Detroit Wednesday.
Analysis: Ott had arthroscopic surgery on his injured ankle earlier this month and he'll be out a couple more weeks.
News: The Dallas Morning News reports Ott had arthroscopic surgery on his injured ankle on Friday.
Analysis: The surgery was Ott's second since injuring the ankle on Oct. 28. He is expected to be sidelined three to four weeks.
News: Stars LW Steve Ott (ankle) was able to play Friday against the Penguins. He logged 10:09 of ice time and finished with a minus-1 rating.
Analysis: Ott has not played since late October and remains useful only in the largest of Fantasy formats which reward penalty minutes.
News: Steve Ott (ankle) was recalled from his conditioning assignment with Iowa of the AHL.
Analysis: Ott was scoreless in three games down on the farm. He remains useful only in the largest of Fantasy formats which reward penalty minutes.
News: The Dallas Morning News reports Steve Ott (ankle) has been taken off of injured reserve and he has been sent to Iowa of the AHL for a conditioning assignment.
Analysis: Ott might return to the lineup for Friday's game against the Penguins. He is only worth a look in the largest of Fantasy leagues which heavily reward penalty minutes.
News: The Dallas Morning News reports Steve Ott (ankle) has resumed skating, but he will not return until after the All-Star break.
Analysis: Ott is only worth using in larger Fantasy leagues which heavily reward penalty minutes when he is healthy.
News: The Dallas Morning News reports Ott (ankle) is battling tendinitis during his rehab and he is not expected to return this week.
Analysis: Ott is likely sidelined until at least mid-January. Keep him reserved in all larger Fantasy leagues which heavily reward penalty minutes until he can officially play and prove his health.
News: The Dallas Morning News reports Ott (ankle) is battling tendinitis during his rehab and he is not expected to return this week.
Analysis: Ott is likely sidelined until at least mid-January. Keep him reserved in all larger Fantasy leagues which heavily reward penalty minutes until he can officially play and prove his health.
News: The Fort Worth Star Telegram reports that Dallas placed C Steve Ott on injured reserve with a broken fibula on Thursday. The Stars called up rookie LW Loui Eriksson from Iowa to replace him on the roster. Eriksson could actually help replace W Jere Lehtinen (sore leg) in the lineup since he missed practice Thursday and might not play Friday against Atlanta. "That probably has less to do with Lehtinen and more to do with getting some people in the lineup that have the ability to score," head coach Dave Tippett said.
Analysis: Ott has already missed the past six games. Ott is a solid contributor in Roto leagues in the penalty minutes category, but he is not worth using in any formats until he can return healthy.
News: The Dallas Morning News reports Steve Ott (ankle) was able to ride a stationary bike for the first time since suffering a broken ankle back in October.
Analysis: Ott is a solid contributor in Roto leagues in the penalty minutes category, but he is not worth using in any formats until he can officially prove his health.
News: Dallas Stars center Steve Ott has a fractured ankle and will miss the next two months. He is scheduled to have surgery Monday. "Steve will be sorely missed because he has done a good job at the little things," Dallas coach Dave Tippett said. "It's tough to see that happen to him." Ott got into a fight with Los Angeles defenseman Tom Kostopoulos midway through the second period. It appeared Ott fell awkardly after he was hit by Kostopoulos.
Analysis: The 25-year-old Ott has three assists in 11 games this season. Even when healthy, Ott is not a strong Fantasy option. It appears safe to drop him in all leagues until he makes his return, which could be at the start of the new year.
News: Steve Ott (sports hernia) was able to play in the team's regular season opener on Wedneday at Colorado. He was scoreless with an even rating and four shots on goal in 8:47 of ice time.
Analysis: Ott was very active on the team's fourth line, creating several scoring chances. Despite the solid play, he is not a useful Fantasy option in all but the largest of leagues which heavily reward penalty minutes.
News: Steve Ott (sports hernia) is not expected to be ready for the beginning of training camp. He is slowly recovering from offseason hernia surgery and is not yet ready to roll. "It's responding, but I am not sure if he'll be ready for the first day but he'll be ready for the season," general manager Doug Armstrong told the Dallas Morning News.
Analysis: Ott is only worth Fantasy consideration in leagues which heavily reward penalty minutes, so this is not a major tidbit of news for the majority of owners.
News: Steve Ott has posted four goals, 14 assists and a plus-4 rating through 58 games at the Olympic Games break and he has 114 penalty minutes which is second on the team.
Analysis: Ott is only worth using in larger Roto Fantasy leagues which heavily reward penalty minutes.
News: Steve Ott was able to score a goal and was a plus-2 with two shots on goal in Wednesday's game at Buffalo in 11:14 of ice time.
Analysis: Ott broke a 22-game goal drought where he had just four assists. He is only worth using in Fantasy leagues which heavily reward penalty minutes.
News: Steve Ott has a strained muscle in his upper body and missed Tuesday's practice, according to the Fort Worth Star-Telegram. He is questionable for Wednesday's game in Phoenix.
Analysis: Ott isn't a useful Fantasy player when healthy.
News: The Stars assigned Ott to Utah of the AHL on Wednesday. He had scored his first career goal Tuesday in Edmonton. Even if Ott is recalled later this year, he won't have any Fantasy value.
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