News:Chris Thorburn is expected to take the ice Friday after being a healthy scratch Tuesday, TSN reports.
Analysis:Chris Thorburn's return is unlikely to help many fantasy owners, as he has just one point (one goal) so far this season.
News:Chris Thorburn recorded a goal and a plus-1 rating in Monday's shootout loss to the Bruins.
Analysis:Chris Thorburn only registered 9:47 TOI, but was still able to score Winnipeg's lone goal less than two minutes into the game. Although he's never scored more than 18 points in an NHL season, Thorburn, who recorded a 4/7/11 line in 72 games last season, has racked up 521 PIMs in 427 career NHL games.
News:Chris Thorburn, who was sidelined for most of March with a lower-body injury, will make his return to action Saturday night in Tampa, Kirk Penton of the Winnipeg Sun reports.
Analysis: Hopefully, all that time away has built up some aggravation in Chris Thorburn, which in turn will translate to a fight. Only Mark Stuart has more penalty minutes for the Jets this season.
News: Jets coach Claude Noel said on Friday morning that Chris Thorburn (lower body injury) would likely be in the lineup on Saturday against the Tampa Bay Lightning, the reports.
Analysis:Chris Thorburn skated with the team at practice but did not play with them on Friday. It looks as if he will be ready for action though this weekend. However, with just 10 points over 68 games played, it's not like you have to rush out and add him. Maybe if you need PIM, but that's about it.
News:Chris Thorburn (lower body) won't play Friday against the Hurricanes, Ken Wiebe of the Winnipeg Sun reports.
Analysis: Beyond that, Chris Thorburn, who at least will travel with the Jets for Friday's game, slots into the day-to-day category.
News:Chris Thorburn (lower body) was able to practice with the team Tuesday morning, Ken Wiebe of the Winnipeg Sun reports.
Analysis: Though the progress is encouraging, Chris Thorburn is not likely to return to action before the weekend. Consider him day-to-day.
Jets' Thorburn (Lower Body) Out At Least Three Weeks
News:Chris Thorburn will be out for at least three weeks with a lower body injury, according to the Winnipeg Free Press.
Analysis: The news was confirmed by head coach Claude Noel after Saturday's optional skate. Chris Thorburn, a member of Winnipeg's gritty "GST" line along with Tanner Glass and Jim Slater, was injured during Friday's loss to the Flames. Fantasy-wise, it will likely be his 81 penalty minutes rather than his 10 points that will be missed. But this is more of a blow to the Jets as a team as he was one of their most prominent leaders both on and off the ice.
News:Chris Thorburn netted the last of Winnipeg's three goals Monday night, securing a victory over the visiting Sabres.
Analysis: Though the journeyman veteran has accumulated three points in his last five games, Chris Thorburn is not likely to break into Winnipeg's top two offensive lines anytime soon. Monday's score was certainly a beauty, but the feat will probably not repeat in the near future.
News:Chris Thorburn netted his third goal of the season Tuesday night as the Jets fell to the Islanders, 3-1.
Analysis:Chris Thorburn has been a pleasant surprise amidst an otherwise disappointing second half for the Jets. If he continues to capitalize on the little ice time he sees, he has a shot at supplanting Alex Burmistrov as one of the club's top six forwards.
News:Chris Thorburn, who did not light the lamp from the start of the regular season until January 31, now has two goals in his last five games.
Analysis: That's two goals off of four shots, a field shooting percentage any basketball player would be content with. If Chris Thorburn continues to produce at this pace, he may find himself a spot among the club's top six forwards, which would in turn lead to more opportunities.
News:Chris Thorburn scored the Jets' only regulation goal in Tuesday night's shootout win. He also fought for the third time in two games, recording seven penalty minutes in all.
Analysis: Though his goal gave Winnipeg the chance it needed to knock off the "24/7" stars from Philadelphia, Chris Thorburn's position among the Jets' bottom six forwards means he is unlikely to develop a scoring habit anytime soon. What warrants more attention is his reaching 17 penalty minutes in the club's past two games. Though Winnipeg's enforcers have traditionally played at the blue-line, Thorburn appears to be carving out a role for himself as a fighting forward.
News:Chris Thorburn, who saw only eight minutes of ice time in Tuesday's road loss to the Rangers, accumulated 10 penalty minutes by fighting New York forward Mike Rupp in both the first and second periods.
Analysis: Apparently the first bout did not resolve to the liking of either party. Despite the high nightly total, do not count on Chris Thorburn to repeat the feat anytime soon. Mark Stuart, Zach Bogosian and Dustin Byfuglien are the real enforcers in Winnipeg.
Winnipeg's Thorburn Struggles To Produce On Fourth Line
News: With nearly half of the 2011-2012 NHL season now in the books, Chris Thorburn has tallied just three assists and no goals.
Analysis:Chris Thorburn has never been known as a prolific scorer, but this season's production has been low even for him. A member of Winnipeg's seldom-used fourth line, the right winger almost never accumulates more than 10 or 12 minutes of ice-time in a given game, making him irrelevant for fantasy purposes.
News: Thorburn scored in the first period of Tuesday's 4-2 loss to New Jersey.
Analysis: Thorburn has eight goals and 17 points on the year. He's a grinder and that's about it, so there's no real fantasy value here for those outside of very deep leagues.
News: Thorburn recorded six penalty minutes and two shots on goal in Saturday's 4-3 win over Florida.
Analysis: Just an FYI that Thorburn is fine after missing some time this past Thursday against Ottawa after blocking a shot.
News: Thorburn (undisclosed) blocked a shot in the second period of Thursday's loss to Ottawa, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Chris Vivlamore reports, and had to miss some time.
Analysis: Thorburn has just one point since the middle of January so this is little more than an FYI update. He has not been a significant fantasy player all year.
Thorburn: One Point In 14 Games; Thrashers Stun Leafs
News: Thorburn, who recently signed a multi-year contract extension, had two shots on goal and an even rating in Sunday's 3-2 overtime win over the Maple Leafs.
Analysis: Thorburn started off the first few games of the season hot, but at this point he's just a role player and not a fantasy factor in the least.
Thorburn: First Goal In 11 Games; Coyotes Top Thrash
News: Thorburn scored the Thrashers' opening goal of the game in the first period of Thursday's 4-3 loss to Phoenix.
Analysis: Thorburn only has 16 points on the year now and that makes him a non-factor in fantasy leagues.
News: Thorburn grabbed two assists Monday in the overtime win against Ottawa, his second and third helper the last two games.
Analysis: Thornburn is a grinding forward that won't produce too much. He's more valuable to the Thrashers than to your roster.
News: Thorburn scored his third goal of the season on a centering pass from Eric Boulton to open the scoring against the Wings on Wednesday.
Analysis: Thorburn looked like he might surprise a lot of people with his play this year, scoring four points in his first five games. With his 16-game pointless drought since then though, he's no longer fantasy relevant.
News: Thorburn scored his third goal in as many games Friday, tipping a Dustin Byfuglien shot behind Ducks goaltender Jonas Hiller in the second period.
Analysis: Thorburn is starting the season on a hot streak and his goal Friday was on the power play. Although he isn't exactly a fantasy worthy player just yet, it's clear he'll be reaching career highs this year.
Thorburn Nets Lone Goal for Thrashers In Tuesday's Loss
News: Thorburn scored the opening goal in Tuesday's game versus Los Angeles, splitting the defense on a breakaway and putting his own rebound in behind Kings' goalie Jonathan Quick
Analysis: Thorburn is looking solid in the early going this season playing with Alex Burmistrov and Ben Eager. It looks like he'll eclipse his point total from last year easily (13) but don't count on consistent production just yet.
Thorburn Scores First Goal of the Season for Thrash Saturday
News: Thorburn tipped a pass from Ben Eager past Tampa Bay goaltender Mike Smith midway through the third period Saturday to bring the Thrashers to within one in a game they eventually lost.
Analysis: Thorburn played well considering the Thrashers gave up the first four goals of the match. He finished with a plus-2 rating in addition to the goal.
News: Thrashers C Chris Thorburn returned from a six-game layoff due to a back injury Saturday and assisted in a win over the Hurricanes.
Analysis: Thorburn has little if any Fantasy value when healthy, so continue to ignore him in everything but deeper leagues that reward PIM.
News: Thrashers C Chris Thorburn did not suit up for Thursday's game against the Maple Leafs. He's missed six consecutive games due to the flu and now a back injury.
Analysis: With a paltry four goals and seven assists on the season, Thorburn has little if any Fantasy value when healthy, outside of leagues that reward heavily for PIM.
News: Thrashers C Chris Thorburn (back) was not active on Tuesday against the Bruins. He has missed the last five games.
Analysis: Thorburn was initially out for a bit with an illness, but it was weird to see him sidelined for so long with that ailment. But apparently he is also dealing with a back issue and that makes a lot more sense for his absence. Regardless, Thorburn is more of a checking-line presence when active and has minimal Fantasy appeal outside of leagues that reward heavily for PIM.
News: Thrashers C Chris Thorburn (back) was not active on Tuesday against the Bruins. He has missed the last five games.
Analysis: Thorburn was initially out for a bit with an illness, but it was weird to see him sidelined for so long with that ailment. But apparently he is also dealing with a back issue and that makes a lot more sense for his absence. Regardless, Thorburn is more of a checking-line presence when active and has minimal Fantasy appeal outside of leagues that reward heavily for PIM.
News: Thrashers C Chris Thorburn (illness) did not play on Sunday against the Flyers. He missed all four games during Week 22 (March 15-21).
Analysis: Thorburn usually plays when healthy, so you know he still has to be a little under the weather. Either that or since Atlanta is winning coach John Anderson doesn't want to mess with his team's flow. Regardless, Thorburn is more of a checking-line presence when active and has minimal Fantasy appeal outside of leagues that reward heavily for PIM.
News: Thrashers C Chris Thorburn did not play in Saturday's game against the Flyers due to the flu. He's missed three straight games.
Analysis: With a paltry four goals and seven assists on the season, Thorburn has little if any Fantasy value when healthy.
News: Thrashers C Chris Thorburn was a scratch for Thursday's game against the Senators due to an illness. He's missed Atlanta's last two games.
Analysis: With a paltry four goals and seven assists on the season, Thorburn has little if any Fantasy value.
News: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports that Thrashers C Chris Thorburn (illness) missed Tuesday's win over Buffalo and was absent from practice Wednesday.
Analysis: Thorburn is just a lower-line forward for the Thrashers. Continue to ignore him in all Fantasy formats, healthy or not.
News: Thrashers C Chris Thorburn scored his first goal Saturday since Nov. 30.
Analysis: Thorburn is just a lower-line forward for the Thrashers who averages less than 10 minutes of ice time a game. Continue to ignore him in all Fantasy formats.
News: Thrashers C Chris Thorburn scored a goal and finished at plus-2 during Monday's game against the Panthers. Atlanta had gone ahead 3-2 on a goal by Thorburn at 5:28 of the second period, beating Scott Clemmensen from in close. It was his second goal in six games and third on the season.
Analysis: Thorburn is a gritty checking-line presence for the the Thrashers. They love the fact he isn't afraid to throw his body around. Thorburn will chip in with the occasional point, but it will not be enough to keep him active in Fantasy. He is best used in Fantasy leagues that reward heavily for PIM.
News: Thrashers C Chris Thorburn scored a goal and finished at plus-1 during Friday's game against the Devils. Thorburn sealed the 4-2 win with a short-handed goal with 3:11 left. Thorburn's previous goal was scored March 8 of last season.
Analysis: Thorburn has three points in his first four games. The Thrashers have been getting great contributions throughout their lineup to begin the season. However, Thorburn won't be this effective offensively the rest of the season. He is pretty much a checking-line presence and best used in Fantasy leagues that reward heavily for PIM.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Atlanta forwards Eric Boulton and Chris Thorburn don't prepare for the season in the same manner as the rest of their teammates. As the club's two main enforcers, Boulton and Thorburn have been working out with boxing instructor Amir Dadovic twice a week at the Thrashers' Duluth, Ga., practice facility. In addition to working on their one-two combinations and punching power, the dueling duo claim the workouts help with their stamina.
Analysis: The Thrashers re-signed Thorburn in the offseason after he appeared in a career-high 82 games in 2008-09. Ever since landing in Atlanta in 2007-08 as part of the Marian Hossa deal to Pittsburgh, Thorburn has been a great checking-line forward for the Thrashers. He brings energy all over the ice and Atlanta has found a perfect role for him. Consider Thorburn merely a flier in Fantasy leagues that reward heavily for PIM.
News: The Thrashers re-signed forward Chris Thorburn on Thursday. Thorburn had 15 points, including seven goals, in a career-high 82 games last season.
Analysis: Ever since landing in Atlanta in 2007-08 as part of the Marian Hossa deal to Pittsburgh, Thorburn has been a great checking-line forward for the Thrashers. He brings energy all over the ice and Atlanta has found a perfect role for him. Consider Thorburn merely a flier in Fantasy leagues that reward heavily for PIM.
News:The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports Thrashers C Chris Thorburn was back practicing Monday on the team's top scoring line with Ilya Kovalchuk and Rich Peverley. Thorburn has played most of the season on the Thrashers' checking line. "I try not to adjust too much," Thorburn said. "I just try to keep it simple, keep it the same. If the play's there, make it, but I know what my restrictions are, and I know what I'm there to do. I'm just going to try (to force some turnovers) and create some space, get to pucks first, try and give Pevs and Kovy a chance to work their magic."
Analysis: Thorburn was a pretty good offensive player back during his junior hockey days, but once he turned pro his minor league coach felt it was best he become more of a physical presence. Nowadays, he primarily works along the boards and in front of the net. "One thing I know I can count on -- I know he's giving a Grade A effort day in and day out," coach John Anderson said. "From his effort alone, he's going to play. He gives what he has." Thorburn is one of those players more important to his real team than Fantasy owners, so he has minimal appeal despite the temporary move to the top line.
News: Thrahsers C Chris Thorburn tied Wedesday's game against the Flyers at 3-3 when he stole the puck from Randy Jones and skated in on a breakaway. The goal capped a three-goal third period rally after going down 3-0 earlier in the game. "We made a commitment there in the third to get the puck to the net," Thorburn explained. "You see what can happen when we can do that."
Analysis: Maybe Thorburn should be owned in one percent of leagues instead of the zero percent of leagues he is currently owned him. That said, we don't suggest picking him up in anything but super-deep leagues.
News: Rookie defenseman Zach Bogosian and Chris Thorburn each had a goal and an assist in the Atlanta Thrashers' 4-2 victory over the Montreal Canadiens on Tuesday. Thorburn scored his fifth goal 6:26 into the first to make it 2-0. Bogosian's goal at 11:50 of the third period was initially credited to Thorburn but several minutes later switched to Bogosian. Thorburn has two goals and two assists in his last six games.
Analysis: Thorburn has seen a reduction in minutes in January, but it seems to have sparked his game. Still, he has just 10 points on the season and is more of a checking-line presence. Thorburn has very little Fantasy value.
News: Thrashers C Chris Thorburn scored his second goal in his last three games Saturday in a win over the Islanders. He only had one goal in his first 21 games this season.
Analysis: Thorburn is a lower-line forward with the Thrashers who got off to a very slow start this season. Continue to ignore him in all formats.
News: Thrashers C Chris Thorburn picked up his first point of the season Sunday when he assisted in a win over the Hurricanes.
Analysis: Thorburn is a lower-line forward with the Thrashers and is off to a very slow start this season. Continue to ignore him in all formats.
News: Thrashers RW Chris Thorburn tallied an assist and finished at plus-1 during Tuesday's game against the Flyers. He now has three assists in his last four games and six on the season.
Analysis: Thorburn joined Atlanta in the offseason after stirring up trouble in Pittsburgh last season. He is one of the Thrashers' top checking forwards and is nothing more than a flier in leagues that reward heavily for PIM.
News: Thrashers C Chris Thorburn and Rangers D Jason Strudwick each drew 5-minute fighting penalties only 1:27 into Friday's game. Thorburn was also hit with a too many men on the ice penalty, picked up an assist and finished at plus-1 in 12:37 of ice time.
Analysis: Thorburn has two assists in his last four games, but was brought into Atlanta this season to be an enforcer. He is merely a low-end flier in leagues that reward for penalty minutes.
News: Thrashers C Chris Thorburn scored his first goal, and picked up his first point, during Friday's game against the Panthers. Thorburn had not recorded a point in his first six games, but managed 17 penalty minutes.
Analysis: Thorburn has been with three teams in three NHL seasons and is nothing more than a marginal NHL center. Ignore him in Fantasy leagues until further notice.
News: With Marian Hossa's return Tuesday, LW Eric Boulton was a healthy scratch against the Flyers along with D Marc Popovic and RW Chris Thorburn.
Analysis: Thorburn isn't worth holding onto in Fantasy play. In 39 games last season, he had just three goals and two assists.
News:The Sports Xchange notes: D Mark Popovic appeared in his first game of the season against the Sabres, while veteran D Ken Klee and RW Chris Thorburn sat out.
Analysis: Thorburn isn't worth holding onto in Fantasy play. In 39 games last season, he had just three goals and two assists.
News: D Mark Popovic and RW Chris Thorburn have been healthy scratches for Atlanta's first two games.
Analysis: Neither of these two players should be considered outside of larger Fantasy leagues.
News: Chris Thorburn has been recalled from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the AHL where he was on a conditioning assignment.
Analysis: Thorburn picked up an assist in three games with the AHL club. That's about the type production you can expect when he plays in Pittsburgh. Avoid him in most Fantasy leagues.
News: The Pittsburgh Penguins returned Chris Thorburn to Wilkes/Barre-Scranton of the AHL on Wednesday.
Analysis: Thorburn might be back at some point, but his Fantasy appeal is very limited.
News: Chris Thorburn scored a goal, added an assist and had a plus-2 rating with three shots on goal in 12:30 of ice time in Monday's game at Anaheim. He started the game on the team's third line and also saw time with the top line with Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin, who assisted on his goal.
Analysis: The points were the first of the season for Thorburn after nine scoreless games. He is more known for his ability to rack up penalty minutes than offensive numbers. If he is able to stick on the top line, he might be worth a look in larger Fantasy leagues.
News: Penguins C Chris Thorburn totaled 10 minutes of penalty time on Saturday in an 8-2 win over the Flyers. Thorburn entered the game with nine penalty minutes on the season.
Analysis: Thorburn probably won't be getting into that much trouble on a nightly occassion, so he isn't worth adding in Fantasy leagues that reward heavily for PIM. Thorburn will likely split time between the AHL and NHL this season. He has very little Fantasy appeal.
News: The Pittsburgh Penguins claimed Chris Thorburn off waivers from the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Analysis: Thorburn will likely split time between the AHL and NHL this season. He has very little Fantasy appeal.
News: Chris Thorburn was recalled from Rochester of the AHL on Monday, as he will likely skate on the team's fourth line with recent recalls Jiri Novotny and Daniel Paille at Edmonton on Monday.
Analysis: Thorburn's stay might be a little longer this time with Adam Mair (concussion) and Paul Gaustad (head) on injured reserve.
News: The Sabres have recalled Chris Thorburn from Rochester of the AHL on Friday.
Analysis: Thorburn is expected to take the spot of Maxim Afinogenov (groin) against the Sharks. No Fantasy appeal here.
