News:Krys Barch is a healthy scratch for Game 1 against New Jersey on Friday, the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis:Krys Barch didn't typically see more than ten minutes of ice time during the regular season, so his presence shouldn't be missed much with more talented wings ahead of him on the depth chart.
News:Krys Barch will not play Sunday against Detroit, George Richards of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis:Krys Barch only has five points (2G, 3A) on the year (41 games), but if you have been using him for PIMs (91 this season) make sure he's on your bench Sunday.
News:Krys Barch assisted on John Madden's second period goal in Thursday's 6-2 win over the Bruins. The point was just his second over the last 19 games.
Analysis: The veteran enforcer has some value in leagues that reward PIMs. Keep him on the bench for the leagues that don't.
News:Krys Barch assisted on Mike Santorelli's first period goal in Saturday's 4-3 win over the Jets. The assist snapped a three-game pointless streak.
Analysis:Krys Barch has three points on the season and should be reserved for only the deepest of leagues. For what it's worth, all three of Barch's points have come in the last seven games.
News:Krys Barch has been suspended for one game by the NHL, Harvey Fialkov of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Analysis:Krys Barch was ejected from Saturday's game against Montreal for an alleged racial slur, an accusation denied by Barch's agent. In any case, Barch will sit out one game as a result of the situation.
News:Krys Barch's agent Scott Norton said his client's comment directed toward Montreal's P.K. Subbban on Saturday was misconstrued and "didn't have any racial undertones nor was a slur," reports the Miami Herald.
Analysis: "It may have been a misunderstanding or taken out of context" by the linesman who overheard it, said Norton, who added that Krys Barch is "upset and concerned for his family" because of the accusation. Norton says Barch does not deny saying "something" but that there was no ill intent. Barch has spoken to players' union reps about the incident but as of late Sunday had not been contacted by the NHL. Senior V-P Colin Campbell is investigating, though.
News:Krys Barch was on the ice for practice Monday, Harvey Fialkov of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Analysis: His future in the organization is still in question, however, after Krys Barch was ejected from Saturday's game against Montreal following a racial slur that was directed toward Habs blueliner P.K. Subban.
News:Krys Barch was ejected from Saturday's game against Montreal for hurling a racial slur at defenseman P.K. Subban, reports the Toronto Sun.
Analysis: There was a scrum at the end of the first period and one of the linesmen overheard Krys Barch direct the slur at Subban. The Panthers' General Partner Cliff Viner was quick to condemn the slur in a statement given to the Miami Herald's George Richards. Viner said he was devastated on behalf of his organization. "This is not what the character of this organization is about – period," Viner said. "I'm devastated by that kind of behaviour. That is not what we're about as an organization...You play hard, you fight hard. But that's not part of any competition." Barch's days in Florida could be numbered as a result.
News:Krys Barch was traded by Dallas to Florida, the Stars' official Twitter feed reports.
Analysis:Krys Barch hasn't scored a goal or an assist yet this season in 10 games, so it's no surprise Dallas was willing to part with the winger.
News:Krys Barch will not play Monday against Edmonton, Dan Tencer of the Oilers' Radio Network reports.
Analysis:Krys Barch is yet to record a point in eight games this season and has a career high of nine points (4 G, 5 A) in 72 contests during 2008-09 campaign. Needless to say, Barch has little fantasy value. But if he's on your team, make sure he's on the bench.
News:Krys Barch (ankle) racked up 12 penalty minutes in his return to the lineup Saturday.
Analysis: He did not play Friday night after suffering the injury Tuesday, but it appears as though he's ready to handle his usual role again after his appearance against the Sharks on Saturday night.
News:Krys Barch (ankle) twisted his ankle during Tuesday's loss to Florida, ESPN Dallas reports.
Analysis: The Stars plan to give an update on Krys Barch's injury later on Wednesday.
News: Barch (orbital bone) is expected to be available to play Thursday night against the Red Wings, the Dallas Morning News reports.
Analysis: Barch will likely wear a Plexiglas bubble cage when he returns to the ice and won't engage in fighting. Since his primary fantasy value comes in the form of sin bin time, you may want to look elsewhere for goon points.
News: The Stars placed Barch (eye) on injured reserve Saturday, the team's official site reports.
Analysis: Barch has not played since suffering what is believed to be a scratched cornea Feb. 3. The move was made retroactive to then, meaning Barch is eligible to return at any time.
News: Barch was taken to a local hospital with a possible scratched cornea following a first period fight Thursday.
Analysis: Barch makes a habit of finishing second in most fights, and it looks like Thursday's effort may end up costing him a few games.
Dallas' Barch Likely To Be A Healthy Scratch Thursday
News: Barch is expected to be a healthy scratch Thursday night when the Stars take on the Sharks, the Dallas Morning News reports.
Analysis: Barch was on injured reserve in early December with an injury to his lower body, but he's expected to be held out even with his health apparently restored. Not counting on a part-time player like Barch is a lesson learned in fantasy hockey 101.
News: The Stars placed Barch (lower body) on injured reserve Saturday, the team's official site reports.
Analysis: Barch has played in just 13 games this season, recording no points and 17 penalty minutes. He won't be missed in most fantasy pools.
News: Barch has only played in 10 games this season, his fifth tour with the Stars.
Analysis: Barch has never been a high scorer during his NHL career and has stayed true to that trend, having yet to record a point this season.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Stars RW Krys Barch is out for the rest of this short season after he sustained a cut to the back of his leg against the Sharks on Thursday.
Analysis: Barch's absence will be an unfortunate loss for the Stars, who are now down their top enforcer. Barch got into a career-high 20 fights in 2009-10 while posting 130 penalty minutes. He was merely a flier in leagues that reward heavily for PIM.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Coyotes RW Paul Bissonnette earned his money Saturday night against Dallas. Bissonnette had the first of two fights with Krys Barch of Dallas in the first period -- with his team down 1-0 -- and after getting the better of the exchange started screaming and waving his arms at the crowd, telling them to wake up and get in the game. Barch didn't take kindly to Bissonnette's antics, and it was just a matter of time before the two danced again. That happened with six minutes left and the Coyotes trailing 3-0, and both guys got in some solid shots in the rematch.
Analysis: Barch also had an assist and plus-2 rating against Phoenix for one of his best games of the season. Barch has racked up five points in 50 games to 99 penalty minutes and 15 fights. It's clear to see what his role is when on the ice. Barch is one of the Stars' top enforcers and more of a flier in Fantasy leagues that reward heavily for PIM.
News: Stars right wing Krys Barch returned to the ice on Thursday against the Sharks after missing three games because of a back injury. He had no points in 6:05 of ice time and finished at even. He did get into a first-period fight with Brad Staubitz.
Analysis: The fact Barch wasted little time getting into a fight on Thursday is a good indication he is healthy. He has 22 penalty minutes in 15 games. Barch is one of the Stars' top enforcers and more of a flier in Fantasy leagues that reward heavily for PIM.
News: Stars LW Krys Barch missed Friday's season finale against the Ducks and was out the last eight games of the season with a lower-body injury.
Analysis: Barch was just day-to-day, so he should be ready by training camp next season. Barch can be an enforcer at times for Dallas and is nothing more than a flier for Fantasy leagues that reward heavily for PIM on Draft Day 2009.
News: Stars LW Krys Barch did not return to the lineup Thursday against the Avalanche because of a lower-body injury. He has missed the last seven games and remains questionable for Friday's finale at Anaheim.
Analysis: Barch has been sidelined for the last few weeks, so it won't be shocking not to see him play again in 2008-09. It's not like he is being missed much in Fantasy either, since Barch is more of a flier in leagues that reward heavily for PIM when healthy.
News: Stars LW Krys Barch (lower body) did not return to action Tuesday against the Wild. He has missed the last six games and is questionable for Thursday against the Avalanche.
Analysis: The Stars could very well keep Barch out the rest of the season since the playoffs aren't in their future. It's not like he is being missed much in Fantasy either, since Barch is more of a flier in leagues that reward heavily for PIM when healthy.
News: Stars LW Krys Barch (lower body) did not return to action Saturday against the Blues. He has missed the last five games and is questionable for Tuesday at Minnesota.
Analysis: Barch has played 72 games this season, primarily on the ice as a checking-line presence. He has a career-high nine points and 133 penalty minutes. Consider Barch more of a Fantasy flier in leagues that reward heavily for PIM when healthy. He should not be active for the upcoming scoring period however.
News: Stars LW Krys Barch (lower body) did not return to action Thursday against the Flames. He has missed the last four games and is questionable for Saturday against the Blues.
Analysis: Barch has played 72 games this season, primarily on the ice as a checking-line presence. He has a career-high nine points and 133 penalty minutes. Consider Barch more of a Fantasy flier in leagues that reward heavily for PIM when healthy.
News: Stars LW Krys Barch missed a third straight game Tuesday against the Kings because of a lower-body injury. He remains questionable heading into Thursday against the Flames.
Analysis: Barch has played 72 games this season, primarily on the ice as a checking-line presence. He has a career-high nine points and 133 penalty minutes. Consider Barch more of a Fantasy flier in leagues that reward heavily for PIM when healthy.
News: Stars LW Krys Barch missed a second straight game Monday against the Coyotes because of a lower-body injury. He remains questionable heading into Tuesday against the Kings.
Analysis: Barch has played 72 games this season, primarily on the ice as a checking-line presence. He has a career-high nine points and 133 penalty minutes. Consider Barch more of a Fantasy flier in leagues that reward heavily for PIM when healthy.
News: Stars RW Krys Barch missed Saturday's game against the Panthers with a lower-body injury. He is questionable for Monday's game at Phoenix. Barch left Thursday's game against the Kings in the third period with the injury.
Analysis: Barch was on the injured list back in mid-March and was just getting back into game shape before going down with another injury. He is an injury risk for the upcoming scoring period and should be likely avoided as he in only a low-end option.
News: Stars RW Krys Barch missed the third period of Thursday's game against the Kings with a lower-body injury. He is questionable for Saturday's game against the Panthers.
Analysis: Barch was just in mid-March for an undisclosed reason and it seems he's back on the mend again. Barch is a player only to be used in leagues that reward bad behavior in the form of PIM when healthy.
News: Dallas LW Krys Barch returned to action on Saturday against the Sharks after missing a game due to an undisclosed injury. He failed to record an offensive stat in the game.
Analysis: Barch has racked up 128 penalty minutes this season and a measly nine points. His strength is obviously as an enforcer and should only be used in leagues that reward heavily for PIM when healthy.
News: Dallas LW Krys Barch missed Wednesday's game against the Flames due to an undisclosed reason. He is questionable for Saturday's game at San Jose.
Analysis: Barch has racked up 128 penalty minutes this season and a measly nine points. His strength is obviously as an enforcer and should only be used in leagues that reward heavily for PIM when healthy.
News: Dallas LW Krys Barch scored the first goal in a 4-2 win over the Oilers on Thursday. It was his fourth goal of the season and ninth point overall.
Analysis: Barch had not recorded a single point since Jan. 12 when he had two assists. He is not much of an offensive threat at all and should be reserved only for leagues that reward heavily for PIM.
News: Stars LW Krys Barch tallied a pair of assists and finished at plus-1 in 4:54 of ice time Monday against the Red Wings. He has three of his five assists this season in his last six games.
Analysis: Barch has dressed most nights for Dallas in 2008-09, but it hasn't been because he contributes a lot offensively. Barch has made his way into the lineup as an enforcer and should remain in that role for the second half. Barch remains just a Fantasy flier in leagues that reward heavily for PIM.
News: Stars LW Krys Barch scored a goal during Thursday's 5-3 win against the Islanders. Dallas went back up by three at 13:05 when Barch found the puck on his stick and ripped a shot past Rick DiPietro off another assist by Mike Ribeiro. Barch's goal in the second period was his second of the season.
Analysis: Barch is averaging well under 10 minutes per game, but he is making the most of his ice time. He has dressed for all eight games this season, and barring injury, should be in for a career season. That's not saying much seeing how he played in just 74 games total the previous two seasons. Barch is a gritty guy who will likely log a lot of penalty minutes. Despite the goal, he is worth a look in the deepest of Fantasy formats which reward bad behavior.
News: Stars LW Krys Barch recorded the team's only goal during a 6-1 loss to the Blues Thursday. Barch made it 2-1 with a tip-in goal at 16:46, his first of the season by redirecting shot from the point by Trevor Daley past Manny Legace.
Analysis: Barch, who signed a two-year deal in the offseason, has dressed for the team's first four games, but is playing less than seven minutes per contest. Barch is a gritty guy who will likely log a lot of penalty minutes. Despite the goal, he is worth a look in the deepest of Fantasy formats which reward bad behavior.
News: Dallas Stars RW Krys Barch agreed Monday to a two-year, $1.15 million contract extension through 2009-10. Barch will make $575,000 in each of the next two seasons after his current contract expires. The 27-year-old enforcer is second on the Stars with 78 penalty minutes in 34 games this season. He has a goal and two assists. As a rookie last season, Barch racked up 107 penalty minutes in just 26 games, but also had three goals and two assists.
Analysis: Barch is a gritty guy who will likely log a lot of penalty minutes in the new season. He is worth a look in the deepest of Fantasy formats which reward bad behavior, but not in the large majority of leagues.
News: Krys Barch re-signed for one season with the Dallas Stars. The contract is a one-way deal, so it looks like he'll be skating on the team's fourth line in 2007-08.
Analysis: Barch is a gritty guy who will likely log a lot of penalty minutes in the new season. He is worth a look in the deepest of Fantasy formats which reward bad behavior.
News: Krys Barch (toe) was able to return to the lineup for Sunday's game against the Kings.
Analysis: Barch is only worth a look in the largest of Fantasy formats which heavily reward penalty minutes.
News: The Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports Krys Barch suffered a broken toe in Sunday's game against the Sharks and he will be lost for seven to 10 days.
Analysis: When healthy, Barch is only worth a look in larger Fantasy leagues which heavily reward penalty minutes.
News: Dallas RW Krys Barch missed the third period of Sunday's game against the Sharks with a lower-body injury.
Analysis: Barch is considered day to day. When healthy, he is only worth a look in the largest of Fantasy leagues which heavily reward penalty minutes.
News: Krys Barch scored his first NHL goal in the third period at San Jose Thursday after sitting out most of the second for fighting.
Analysis: Eric Lindros' knee-to-knee hit on Sharks D Doug Murray started a curious sequence of events. Murray's stick grazed Lindros' head as he fell, and Lindros then cross-checked Murray, who dropped his gloves -- but Lindros, the once-feared MVP reduced to a journeyman by concussions, allowed Barch to fight for him. Barch took a beating and an instigator penalty. He's not worth using in Fantasy play.
News: LW Krys Barch, D Niklas Grossman and C Joel Lundqvist have been returned to Iowa of the AHL on Tuesday.
Analysis: Barch might be back if Steve Ott (ankle) is unable to go immediately after the All-Star break, but he has very little use in Fantasy Hockey.
News: Barch was recalled from Iowa of the AHL for Monday's game against the Kings due to a slew of injuries to Dallas forwards.
Analysis: Barch will likely remain with the team through the All-Star break. He is only worth Fantasy consideration in the largest of formats which heavily reward penalty minutes.
