News:Jordin Tootoo is back in the lineup for the Wings on Thursday night, MLive.com reports.
Analysis: After a game in the press box against the Ducks on Monday, Jordin Tootoo is back in his usual depth role as the Wings wrap up their four-game road trip. Patrick Eaves will take a seat to accommodate Tootoo.
News:Jordin Tootoo was a healthy scratch in Calgary on Wednesday night, the Detroit Press Press reports.
Analysis: With Valtteri Filppula's return and the desire to have a more offense-laden lineup, Jordin Tootoo was sent to the press box. It's unclear if the move is simply a one-game adjustment, or if he'll need to push his way back into the mix on the fourth line in the coming days during practice.
News:Jordin Tootoo picked up an assist against the Blues on Thursday night, his first point through 10 games this season.
Analysis: With a plus-1 rating to this point along with 30 PIM, most of Jordin Tootoo's contributions on the fourth line are related to getting under the skin of the opposition and dropping the gloves. It doesn't appear as though he'll see nearly enough minutes to approach the 30-point level he reached during his final season with Nashville.
News: Detroit has signed Jordin Tootoo to a three-year, $5.7 million contract according to TSN' Darren Dreger
Analysis:Jordin Tootoo is a solid checking forward who had a career-high 30 points in 77 games with Nashville this past season along with 92 penalty minutes. Expect him to find a steady role on Detroit's checking line.
News:Jordin Tootoo is expected to become a free agent on July 1, according to the Tennessean.
Analysis: "I think it's pretty accurate, we talked to Nashville prior to the draft and it sounded like it wasn't going to be a fit," Jordin Tootoo's agent Kevin Epp said. "Jordin would have loved to stay there and play, but I don't think the opportunity was going to be there for him." Usually known for his ability to get under the opposition's skin, Tootoo showed more of a nose for the net this season, finishing with a career-high 30 points in 77 games. It shouldn't be hard to find a new home somewhere else in the NHL, but he will likely still be relegated to checking-line duty no matter where he plays.
News:Jordin Tootoo (upper body) practiced Thursday and is expected to play Friday against Detroit, The Tennessean reports.
Analysis:Jordin Tootoo was injured in a first period fight with Chicago's Brandon Bollig last Sunday and has missed the last two games. With a career-high 29 points already under his belt, he has a good shot of topping the 30-point plateau for the first time. He offers decent fantasy value in deeper formats.
News:Jordin Tootoo (undisclosed) is questionable for Tuesday's game against St. Louis, Joshua Cooper of The Tennessean reports.
Analysis: We're not really sure what's wrong with him, as he was a healthy scratch Saturday, but may have suffered an upper body injury in his return to the lineup Sunday.
Preds' Tootoo Sits Out Saturday As Healthy Scratch
News:Jordin Tootoo was a healthy scratch for Saturday's 3-1 win against Winnipeg, but said he understands where he needs to improve his game, according to the Tennessean.
Analysis: "As far as I know, it's details. That's part of the game and everyone is going to make mistakes. It's how you react to those mistakes," Jordin Tootoo said. "It's getting pucks in and pucks out at the blue line, making the right plays positionally and making the right plays. Obviously we have to follow the system and work together." Tootoo is pointless in his last 10 games and is a minus-6 over that stretch. It will probably take an injury to another Nashville forward for Tootoo to get back into the lineup at this point.
Preds' Tootoo Avoids Additional Discipline For Ref Incident
News:Jordin Tootoo will avoid additional disciplinary action after pushing a linesman during Tuesday's game against Los Angeles, reports the Tennessean.
Analysis: With 6:41 remaining in the third period, Jordin Tootoo received a knock in the helmet during a scrum. Thinking it was an opposing player, he turned and shoved the perpetrator - only to find out it was a ref. He received a 10-minute misconduct for the incident, but luckily found out Wednesday there would be no further action taken. This is obviously good news for fantasy owners, many of whom will also benefit from the 12 total PIMs he received on Tuesday. Overall, Tootoo is enjoying a career year in terms of offense, with six goals and 23 assists to date.
News:Jordin Tootoo registered two assists in Saturday's 6-2 bludgeoning of San Jose, pushing his season total to 28 points.
Analysis: This is uncharted territory for him. He's scoring at a pace that would allow him to double his previous career points mark of 18. But 29-year-olds don't just blossom like that, so don't expect a sudden explosion of points going forward. That being said, he does appear to have placed a greater premium on offensive contributions and on staying out of the penalty box.
News:Jordin Tootoo has four assists in his past six games, giving him a career-high 25 points on the season.
Analysis:Jordin Tootoo has really cut down on the rough stuff over the past few years and has developed into more of a complete player. There is still plenty of sandpaper to his game, but he's using it more productively to generate offense these days instead of PIM. He's slowly building his fantasy value outside of very deep leagues. He continues to skate on the Preds' third line with Colin Wilson and Nick Spaling.
News:Jordin Tootoo was held off the scoresheet during Tuesday's 3-1 win over Chicago, the sixth consecutive game in which he did not register a point.
Analysis: Following a red-hot stretch that saw him score 18 points (6G, 12A) in 23 games, Jordin Tootoo has suddenly gone ice cold. Fortunately, skating on the Preds' third line alongside Nick Spaling and Gabriel Bourque, he isn't expected to score much anyway. Hopefully you took advantage of his scoring streak while it lasted - they won't happen too often.
News:Jordin Tootoo notched his second assist in three games during Monday's loss to Detroit.
Analysis:Jordin Tootoo isn't expected to be finding his name on the scoresheet too often, but he is one of Nashville's more important players. Any offense from Tootoo can be considered a bonus to what he does on the ice.
News:Jordin Tootoo notched a goal and an assist in Thursday's win over the Red Wings.
Analysis: He's got 10 points, evenly split between goals and assists, in his last 10 games and has even added 19 PIM to help out fantasy owners. Deeper leaguers should take a long look at Jordin Tootoo, who's recovered quite nicely from a cold start to the year.
News:Jordin Tootoo scored the game-winner and added an assist as the Predators beat Anaheim Saturday night, 3-2.
Analysis: He evidently benefited from the rest engendered by his recent two-game suspension. He's actually turned around a frigid start, with eight points (4G, 4A) in his last eight games.
Preds' Tootoo Finishes Suspension, Will Play Saturday
News:Jordin Tootoo (suspension) will return to the lineup Saturday against Anaheim, reports the Tennessean.
Analysis:Jordin Tootoo missed the previous two games after being suspended for crashing into Buffalo goalie Ryan Miller last Saturday. Tootoo has just nine points (3G, 6A) in 26 games so far this season, giving him fantasy appeal in deeper formats only.
News:Jordin Tootoo has been suspended two games for a hit on Buffalo goalie Ryan Miller on Saturday, NHL.com reports.
Analysis:Jordin Tootoo, who was ejected after running over Miller in the second quarter, will miss games Tuesday and Thursday. Expect him to return to the lineup for Saturday's game against the Ducks.
News:Jordin Tootoo was ejected from Saturday's game after steamrolling Buffalo's Ryan Miller in the second period. He picked up 15 minutes in penalties.
Analysis: It was Miller's first game back from a hit to the head and the Jordin Tootoo Train nailed the tender a little on the high side. There is always a chance he could face supplemental discipline; we'll know more Sunday or Monday.
Preds' Tootoo Seeing Fewer PIMs, More Points This Season
News:Jordin Tootoo's assist on Monday's game-winning goal against Edmonton gives him five points (2G, 3A) in his last four games.
Analysis: The helper also drew some glowing praise from his coach, Barry Trotz. "[Jordin Tootoo] was on the puck, he was around the net, he had a big assist on the winning goal," Trotz said. "I thought he was excellent tonight." It's nice to see Tootoo, whose fantasy value has always stemmed more from the PIM category, start to develop more of a scorer's touch. With eight points (2G, 6A) in 23 games, Tootoo is on pace for 30-plus this season, which would be a career high for him.
News:Jordin Tootoo scored his first goal of the season and added an assist in Tuesday's 6-2 loss to Edmonton.
Analysis:Jordin Tootoo is not known for his multi-point games and likely won't have too many of them throughout the season. He is a valuable player for Nashville; just consider Monday's outburst one of his season's aberrations.
News:Jordin Tootoo registered an assist, two shots on goal, two penalty minutes, and a whopping seven hits in Saturday's shootout loss to Boston.
Analysis: The helper is his first offensive contribution of the season, but if he continues to provide aggressive play like this, the coaching staff will continue to send him out, thus giving him more scoring chances.
News: Tootoo (neck/back) had two goals and an assist in Tuesday's win over Atlanta.
Analysis: Pretty good night for a guy who was questionable to even play. Despite the big night Tuesday, Tootoo has just eight goals on the season and he isn't a fantasy option.
News: Tootoo (neck/back) will play Tuesday against Atlanta, The Tennessean's Joshua Cooper reports.
Analysis: Chances are you aren't relying on a player who has just 14 points all season, but if you need him Tuesday, he'll be available.
News: Tootoo (neck/back) practiced Monday after missing Saturday's game against Detroit, reports the Tennessean. However, when asked if he'd undergone testing for a concussion, Tootoo declined to comment.
Analysis: "I felt good," Tootoo said after practice. "Obviously with all the league protocol stuff, you just want to follow up with everything. I feel good and am just preparing for (Tuesday's game against Atlanta]." Check back Tuesday for Tootoo's official status against the Thrashers.
News: Tootoo (back/neck) is questionable for Saturday's game against Detroit, Tennessean writer Joshua Cooper reports.
Analysis: We'll keep an eye out for any developments with him heading into Saturday.
News: Tootoo left Thursday's game against Colorado after being checked into the boards in the second period. He didn't return.
Analysis: Tootoo also scored his sixth goal of the year in the win. Coach Barry Trotz said Tootoo would play Saturday, but we'll call him day-to-day for the moment.
News: Tootoo returned to the lineup Saturday against Phoenix, skating 10:03 of ice time with two hits and one shot on goal. He had missed the previous 23 games after voluntarily admitting himself to the NHL/NHLPA substance abuse program Dec. 27.
Analysis: Tootoo kept up his conditioning during the absence and was cleared Jan. 31 to practice with the team, but it took some extra time for him to get back into game shape. Now that he's back, Tootoo will be expected to resume his gritty, hard-nosed style playing on one of the Preds' checking lines. He's still a decent fantasy option in the PIM department, but with just 48 in 33 games, he won't see anywhere near the 138 PIMs he posted two seasons ago.
News: Tootoo (personal) has been cleared to play, Hockey Night In Canada's Jeff Marek reports.
Analysis: Tootoo doesn't figure to be much of a fantasy factor this year, as he has only 10 points in 32 games. But the Preds are in a playoff chase, and if Tootoo is right again he's the gritty kind of player that can help in that quest.
News: Tootoo (personal) skated with the team Monday, his first practice since Dec. 27, when he admitted himself into a substance-abuse program, reports the Tennessean.
Analysis: Tootoo admitted to not being in hockey shape, but said he did get a chance to excercise and train while in the program. It will probably be at least another few days until he gets his legs back, so keep him reserved for now.
News: Tootoo has been cleared to return to practice after entering a substance abuse and behavioral health program Dec. 27, ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Tootoo has not yet been cleared to play in games or travel with the team on the road.
News: Tootoo has voluntarily entered into the NHL/NHLPA substance abuse and behavioral health program, reports the Tennessean.
Analysis: There are not many details released at this point. The team says there is no timetable for his return. We, of course, wish him well in his recovery.
News: Tootoo was a healthy scratch for Wednesday's game against Detroit.
Analysis: Coach Barry Trotz sat him in favour of David Legwand, who was returning from a lower-body injury. Trotz defended his decision to scratch Tootoo, saying, "Coach's choice, I thought from his standpoint he fell off a little bit. Toots has been having a real decent year and fallen off the last few games. But I'm sure he will be back." Tootoo's never scored more than 18 points in a single season, but so far this year he has nine points (3G, 6A) in 25 games, putting him on pace for about the 30-point mark. He also has 41 PIM's thus far, which is the category most fantasy owners draft him for. Put him on your bench for now, until he manages to get back in his coach's good graces.
News: Tootoo recorded a pair of helpers in Wednesday's 4-3 loss in Phoenix.
Analysis: Tootoo helped stake his team to a 2-1 win with goals 30 seconds apart midway through the first frame, but the home team came through with a narrow victory. The funny thing is that Tootoo ended the night with two assists, two shots on net and plus-2... gotta love those stat lines!
News: Tootoo (upper body) is fine and expected to play Wednesday against Phoenix, according to the Predators' Radio Twitter Page.
Analysis: Tootoo has four points in nine games to begin the season. He has limited fantasy value in most formats, outside of some PIMs.
News: Tootoo is day-to-day with an upper body injury but practiced on Monday, the Tennessean reports.
Analysis: His status for Wednesday's game against Phoenix is unclear at this time.
Preds' Tootoo Likely Escapes Additional Punishment For Colaiacovo Hit
News: Tootoo is not expected to receive additional punishment for his hit on the Blues' Carlo Colaiacovo Thursday night, The Tennessean reports.
Analysis: The league typically alerts a team the morning following an infraction if there will be a hearing, or if a fine or suspension will be handed out. So far, however, the Preds have not been contacted regarding the Tootoo hit, which likely means he has escaped further punishment. At the time of the hit, Tootoo was assessed a five-minute major penalty for charging and a game misconduct.
News: Tootoo received a five-minute charging major and a game misconduct for a hit in the third period of Thursday's loss to the Blues, The Tennessean reports.
Analysis: Tootoo defends the hit, but it looked like he launched at St. Louis' Carlo Colaiacovo and his shoulder caught Colaiacovo in the head.
News: Predators RW Jordin Tootoo scored a goal and finished at plus-1 on Sunday against the Penguins. Tootoo scored from a bad angle along the goal line on the right wing side, his wrist shot beating Marc-Andre Fleury inside the far post for his third goal in three games, fifth on the season.
Analysis: Tootoo has really amped up the production since getting a two-year extension in early February. He surely hates to see the Olympic break since he is on a roll, but we wouldn't expect this to last anyway. Tootoo is more of a checking-line presence and has low-end Fantasy appeal. He also remains a flier in leagues that reward heavily for PIM.
News: Predators RW Jordin Tootoo scored a goal and finished at plus-1 on Wednesday against the Rangers. Nashville took a 1-0 lead with 2:15 remaining in the first when Kevin Klein's shot from the point hit Tootoo and sailed past Henrik Lundqvist. It was his third goal and first score in 14 games.
Analysis: Tootoo has missed a lot of time this season due to injury, but Nashville still thought enough of him to ink the checking-line forward to a two-year extension. Tootoo does have 11 points in 29 games, but he remains more of a flier in leagues that reward heavily for PIM.
News: Right wing Jordin Tootoo has signed a two-year, $2.5 million extension with the Nashville Predators. Tootoo will earn $1.15 million next season and $1.35 million in 2011-12.
Analysis: General manager David Poile said in a statement Friday that Tootoo has developed on the ice and in the community since the Predators drafted him in 2001. The 27-year-old has played in 330 NHL games with 71 points and a franchise-record 550 penalty minutes. The 5-foot-9 wing was the 98th pick overall in the 2001 draft and became the first player of Inuit descent to play in the NHL when he debuted Oct. 9, 2003, against Anaheim. Tootoo is mostly a checking-line presence, so use him in leagues that reward heavily for PIM.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Predators RW Jordin Tootoo was back in the lineup on Thursday against the Coyotes for the first time since breaking his right foot against Detroit on Dec. 12. He played 10:06, a total of 16 shifts. He took three shots, recorded one hit and blocked one shot.
Analysis: Tootoo was having a pretty good offensive run before breaking his foot. He has totaled nine points in his first 20 games. However, Tootoo was doing most of his damage at even strength and off the checking line. Tootoo still has low-end Fantasy appeal and is best used in Fantasy leagues that reward heavily for PIM.
News:The Tennessean reports that Predators RW Jordin Tootoo (lower body) was healthy enough to play on Monday vs. Toronto, but coach Barry Trotz decided to scratch him because there were too many other players returning as well.
Analysis: Tootoo has never reached 20 points in his career and remains just a low-end flier in leagues that reward PIM when healthy.
News:The Tennessean reports that RW Jordin Tootoo (broken foot) isn't likely to play Monday vs. Toronto, but is getting closer to a return. Tootoo has been out since Dec. 12.
Analysis: Tootoo has never reached 20 points in his career and remains just a low-end flier in leagues that reward PIM when healthy.
News:The Tennessean reports that Predators RW Jordin Tootoo has a broken bone in his right foot and is expected to miss 3-4 weeks.
Analysis: Tootoo has nine points this season and has really been behaving himself with just 18 PIM in 18 games (he had 124 in 72 games last campaign). Tootoo has never reached 20 points in his career and remains just a low-end flier in leagues that reward PIM when healthy.
News: After being struck with a slap shot from teammate Shea Weber in the first period, Nashville RW Jordin Tootoo left Saturday's loss to the Red Wings and did not return. The team said he sustained a lower-body injury.
Analysis: Tootoo has nine points this season and has really been behaving himself with just 18 PIM in 18 games (he had 124 in 72 games last campaign). Tootoo has never reached 20 points in his career and remains just a low-end flier in leagues that reward PIM when healthy.
News: Nashville RW Jordin Tootoo scored his 2nd goal of the season in the 3rd period on Friday in a 4-1 win over Chicago. Earlier in the game, Tootoo added an assist on Martin Erat's goal.
Analysis: Tootoo has been hot lately with points in five of his last seven contests. He got a late start to the season and Friday was his first multiple point game. Tootoo has never reached 20 points in his career and remains just a low-end flier in leagues that reward PIM.
News: Predators RW Jordin Tootoo made it four straight games with an assist when he helped out IN Saturday's win over the Panthers. Tootoo also fought twice.
Analysis: Tootoo has never reached 20 points in his career and remains just a low-end flier in leagues that reward PIM.
News: Predators RW Jordin Tootoo made his season debut on Thursday against the Ducks after missing the first month of the season with a groin injury. Tootoo managed no points in 11:01 of ice time and finished at even. He spent two minutes in the penalty box and took four shots.
Analysis: Nashville is more than glad to have a checking-line presence like Tootoo back in the fold. While he will contribute some offense at times, Tootoo is primarily on the ice for his defense. He is best used in Fantasy leagues that reward heavily for PIM.
News:The Tennessean reports that Predators C Jason Arnott (arm) and RW Jordin Tootoo (quadriceps) will return to action Thursday at Anaheim. "Everything is feeling pretty good right now," Arnott said.
Analysis: Arnott has the potential to be a point-per-game guy, so should be activated in all formats for Fantasy Week 6 (Nov. 9-15). Tootoo, on the other hand, has minimal value in leagues that reward heavily for PIM.
News: Predators RW Jordin Tootoo (groin) was scratched for Monday's contest vs. the Oilers.
Analysis: Tootoo has shown some offensive punch in the last two seasons, but he is still not expected to carry the team when healthy. He is best used in Fantasy leagues that reward heavily for PIM, but should be benched for Fantasy Week 2 (Oct. 12-18).
News: Predators RW Jordin Tootoo (groin) remained out of the lineup Saturday against the Avalanche. He remains day to day after missing his third straight game.
Analysis: Predators coach Barry Trotz was expecting Tootoo to make his season debut at home Thursday, but it just wasn't in the cards and he was unable to return on Saturday as well. Tootoo has shown some offensive punch in the last two seasons, but he is still not expected to carry the team when healthy. He is best used in Fantasy leagues that reward heavily for PIM.
News: Predators RW Jordin Tootoo (groin) remained out of the lineup Thursday against the Avalanche. He remains day to day after missing his second straight game.
Analysis: Predators coach Barry Trotz was expecting Tootoo to make his season debut at home Thursday, but it just wasn't in the cards. Tootoo has shown some offensive punch in the last two seasons, but he is still not expected to carry the team when healthy. He is best used in Fantasy leagues that reward heavily for PIM.
News:The Sports Xchange reports RW Jordin Tootoo has not been skating due to a groin injury, but coach Barry Trotz expects Tootoo to be ready for the Oct. 8 home opener with Colorado.
Analysis: Tootoo has shown some offensive punch in the last two seasons, but he is still not expected to carry the team when healthy. Tootoo is expected to eat up time on the checking line and protect his teammates. He is best used in Fantasy leagues that reward heavily for PIM.
News: Predators RW Jordin Tootoo sat out Saturday's win over the Stars with a groin injury.
Analysis: Tootoo can show flashes of offensive potential at times, but is only worth using in deeper Fantasy leagues that reward PIM.
News: Predators RW Jordin Tootoo was able to get back to work on Saturday after dealing with a cut hand that kept him out seven games. He had an assist on the first goal of the game scored by David Legwand.
Analysis: The cut on Tootoo's hand must have been pretty bad to keep him out seven games. Now that he's back, he should still be used only in leagues that reward heavily for PIM. H eonly has 11 points on the season with four goals and seven assists.
News: Predators RW Jordin Tootoo was scratched for a seventh straight game Thursday against the Blues because of a hand injury. He remains questionable heading into Saturday against Boston.
Analysis: Tootoo is still reeling from a cut on his hand and can't seem to get healthy enough to play. Tootoo has shown some decent offensive skill as of late, but he is still best used in Fantasy leagues that reward heavily for PIM when healthy.
News: Predators RW Jordin Tootoo was scratched for a sixth straight game Tuesday against the Red Wings because of a hand injury. He remains questionable heading into Thursday against the Blues.
Analysis: Tootoo is still reeling from a cut on his hand and can't seem to get healthy enough to play. Tootoo has shown some decent offensive skill as of late, but he is still best used in Fantasy leagues that reward heavily for PIM when healthy.
News: Predators RW Jordin Tootoo (hand) did not return to the lineup Sunday against the Stars. He has missed the last five games and remains questionable heading into Tuesday against the Red Wings.
Analysis: Tootoo is still reeling from a cut on his hand and can't seem to get healthy enough to play. Tootoo has shown some decent offensive skill as of late, but he is still best used in Fantasy leagues that reward heavily for PIM when healthy.
News: Predators RW Jordin Tootoo (hand) did not return to the lineup Friday against the Wild. He has missed the last four games and remains questionable heading into Sunday against the Stars.
Analysis: Tootoo is still reeling from a cut on his hand and can't seem to get healthy enough to play. Tootoo has shown some decent offensive skill as of late, but he is still best used in Fantasy leagues that reward heavily for PIM when healthy.
News: Predators RW Jordin Tootoo was scratched for a third consecutive game Thursday against the Ducks because of a hand injury. He remains questionable heading into Friday against the Wild.
Analysis: Tootoo has gotten in eight fights this season and totaled 90 penalty minutes. He has one goal and three assists in his last five games, but despite the offensive surge, he is still primarily on the ice for his toughness. He is best used in Fantasy leagues that reward heavily for PIM when healthy.
News: Predators RW Jordin Tootoo was scratched for a second consecutive game Tuesday against the Coyotes because of a hand injury. He remains questionable heading into Thursday against the Ducks.
Analysis: Tootoo has gotten in eight fights this season and totaled 90 penalty minutes. He has one goal and three assists in his last five games, but despite the offensive surge, he is still primarily on the ice for his toughness. He is best used in Fantasy leagues that reward heavily for PIM when healthy.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Predators RW Jordin Tootoo missed the Edmonton game Sunday with an upper body injury. He was a game-time decision. He injured his hand in a fight with Todd Bertuzzi Friday night at Calgary.
Analysis: Tootoo has gotten in eight fights this season and totaled 90 penalty minutes. He has one goal and three assists in his last five games, but despite the offensive surge, he is still primarily on the ice for his toughness. He is best used in Fantasy leagues that reward heavily for PIM when healthy.
News: Predators RW Jordin Tootoo tallied an assist and finished at plus-1 in 10:42 of ice time Wednesday against the Canucks. Tootoo has been on a bit of an offensive binge lately with one goal and three assists in his last five games.
Analysis: Tootoo hit 10 points Wednesday and has been on his best offensive run of the season over the last five games. He seems to be fitting well on the third line with Vernon Fiddler and Joel Ward. However, Tootoo is still consider a top enforcer for Nashville and is best used in Fantasy leagues that reward heavily for PIM. This offensive streak is likely to die out.
News: Predators RW Jordin Tootoo scored his first goal since Nov. 21 in Saturday's loss to the Thrashers.
Analysis: Tootoo is primarily an enforcer for Nashville and remains a Fantasy flier in leagues that reward heavily for PIM.
News: Predators RW Jordin Tootoo tallied an assist during Sunday's game against the Blackhawks. It was his fourth helper of the season and first point in 12 games. He also spent two minutes in the penalty box to up his infraction minutes to 76.
Analysis: Tootoo contributed 11 goals last season and it appeared as though he was developing decent two-way skills. But he has scored just three times this season and hasn't shown a lot of offensive spark. He is still primarily an enforcer for Nashville and remains a Fantasy flier in leagues that reward heavily for PIM.
News: RW Jordin Tootoo returned to the Nashville lineup Saturday against the Stars after being out with a lower body injury. He came up with an assist in the game to help lead the team to a 3-0 win
Analysis: Tootoo has produced five points this season. He is coming off an 11-goal season, but Tootoo isn't asked to provide as much offensively as he is asked to act as the team's top enforcer. Tootoo remains just a flier in leagues that reward heavily for PIM.
News: After being scratched for the first time this season in Tuesday's game against Vancouver with a lower body injury, Nashville RW Jordin Tootoo could not return on Thursday against Columbus. He is still considered day to day with the injury.
Analysis: Tootoo has produced five points this season. He is coming off an 11-goal season, but Tootoo isn't asked to provide as much offensively as he is asked to act as the team's top enforcer. Tootoo remains just a flier in leagues that reward heavily for PIM.
News: Nashville right wing Jordin Tootoo was scratched from his first game this season on Tuesday night against the Canucks with a lower-body injury and is day-to-day.
Analysis: Tootoo has produced five points this season. He is coming off an 11-goal season, but Tootoo isn't asked to provide as much offensively as he is asked to act as the team's top enforcer. Tootoo remains just a flier in leagues that reward heavily for PIM.
News: Predators RW Jordin Tootoo didn't record a point and finished at even in 9:43 of ice time Monday against the Sharks. He did total four penalties and 11 minutes of infraction time. Tootoo's biggest punishment was for getting into a third-period fight with Brad Staubitz.
Analysis: Tootoo has produced three points in 18 games this season. He is coming off an 11-goal season, but Tootoo isn't asked to provide as much offensively as he is asked to act as the team's top enforcer. Tootoo remains just a flier in leagues that reward heavily for PIM.
News: Predators RW Jordin Tootoo scored for a second straight game Saturday in a win over the Kings.
Analysis: Tootoo got off to a slow start this season, but it looks like he's now finally making the most of his time on the top two lines in Nashville. Whether his offensive game will really take off this season is still up in the air though, so continue to ignore him in most formats.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Predators RW Jordin Tootoo has been given the opportunity to play on the top two lines in scrimmages and practices. He has become a calmer and more poised player, especially when he is handling the puck.
Analysis: Tootoo has a booming shot and he can skate, but he has to be more consistent in his puck-handling if he is going to shake his label as an instigator on the ice. Until Tootoo shakes his label as an enforcer, treat him as a flier in Fantasy leagues that reward heavily for PIM.
News: Predators RW Jordin Tootoo scored his ninth goal of the season during Saturday's game against the Stars. He now has two goals in his last five games.
Analysis: Tootoo already has posted a career-high 15 points in 2007-08 and the Predators rewarded him for his hard play with a two-year contract. However, he is still more important an and enforcer than scorer. He remains a low-end Fantasy option, one best used in leagues that reward for PIM.
News: Predators RW Jordin Tootoo was back in the lineup Sunday against the Wild after missing 16 games with a hip injury. He did not record a point in 13:02 of ice time and finished at minus-1. He doesn't have a point in his last six games.
Analysis: Tootoo has scored a career-best seven goals and 13 assists this season in just 42 games, but his value in Fantasy play is minimal as he basically plays more of an enforcer role in Nashville. He has little to no Fantasy value.
News: Predators F Jordin Tootoo, who has missed 16 straight games with a hip flexor injury, might be able to rejoin team practices this weekend, according to the Tennessean.
Analysis: Tootoo has scored a career-best seven goals and 13 assists this season in just 41 games, but his value in Fantasy play is minimal as he basically plays more of an enforcer role in Nashville. Ignore him until later this month.
News: Predators RW Jordin Tootoo skated on his own Tuesday morning for the first time since injuring his leg in early January, according to the Tennessean, but is not ready to return to practice. "I skated for about 10 minutes and there was some stiffness," Tootoo said. "I’m making progress, but it’s one step at a time."
Analysis: Tootoo has scored a career-best seven goals and 13 assists this season in just 41 games, but his value in Fantasy play is minimal as he basically plays more of an enforcer role in Nashville. Ignore him until later this month.
News:Jordin Tootoo has now missed the last 13 games and remains questionable for the next contest against Tampa bay on Thursday. The Nashville Predators signed Tootoo to a two-year, $1.95 million contract extension.
Analysis: Tootoo has scored a career-best seven goals and 13 assists this season in just 41 games, but his value in Fantasy play is minimal as he basically plays more of an enforcer role in Nashville.
News:Jordin Tootoo has now missed the last 12 games and remains questionable for the game against Carolina on Tuesday. The Nashville Predators signed Tootoo to a two-year, $1.95 million contract extension.
Analysis: Tootoo has scored a career-best seven goals and 13 assists this season in just 41 games, but his value in Fantasy play is minimal as he basically plays more of an enforcer role in Nashville.
News:Jordin Tootoo has now missed the last 11 games and remains questionable for the game against Phoenix on Saturday. The Nashville Predators signed Tootoo to a two-year, $1.95 million contract extension, according to the team's official website.
Analysis: Tootoo has career highs in goals (7) and points (13) this season in just 41 games, but his value in Fantasy play is minimal as he basically plays more of an enforcer role in Nashville.
News: The Nashville Predators have signed forward Jordin Tootoo to a two-year, $1.95 million contract extension, according to the team's official web site.
Analysis: Tootoo has career highs in goals (7) and points (13) this season in just 41 games, but his value in Fantasy play is minimal as he basically plays more of an enforcer role in Nashville.
News: Predators RW Jordin Tootoo (leg) was unable to play Tuesday at Boston. He has now missed the last 10 games and remains questionable for the game against Columbus on Thursday.
Analysis: The Predators mostly use Tootoo as an enforcer and is a decent option in all larger leagues which heavily reward penalty minutes when healthy. He continues to be a day to day candidate as he works his way back into the lineup.
News: Predators RW Jordin Tootoo (leg) was unable to play Thursday against at Phoenix. He has now missed the last nine games and remains questionable for the game at Boston after the All-Star break.
Analysis: The Predators mostly use Tootoo as an enforcer and is a decent option in all larger leagues which heavily reward penalty minutes when healthy. He continues to be a day to day candidate as he works his way back into the lineup.
News: Predators RW Jordin Tootoo (leg) was unable to play Tuesday against the Avalanche. He has now missed the last eight games and remains questionable for Thursday's contest at Phoenix.
Analysis: The Predators mostly use Tootoo as an enforcer and is a decent option in all larger leagues which heavily reward penalty minutes when healthy. He continues to be a day to day candidate as he works his way back into the lineup.
News: Predators RW Jordin Tootoo (leg) was unable to play Monday against the Blues. He has now missed the last seven games and remains questionable for Tuesday against the Avalanche.
Analysis: The Predators mostly use Tootoo as an enforcer and is a decent option in all larger leagues which heavily reward penalty minutes when healthy. He continues to be a day to day candidate as he works his way back into the lineup.
News: Predators RW Jordin Tootoo (leg) remained out of the lineup Thursday against Anaheim. He has now missed the last five games and remains questionable for Saturday's game at St. Louis.
Analysis: Tootoo doesn't have a point in five straight games and has just 13 in 41 games this season. The Predators mostly use Tootoo as an enforcer and is a decent option in all larger leagues which heavily reward penalty minutes.
News: Predators RW Jordin Tootoo (leg) remained out of the lineup Tuesday against Calgary. He has now missed the last four games and remains questionable for Wednesday's game at Minnesota.
Analysis: Tootoo doesn't have a point in five straight games and has just 13 in 41 games this season. The Predators mostly use Tootoo as an enforcer and is a decent option in all larger leagues which heavily reward penalty minutes.
News: Predators RW Jordin Tootoo (leg) remained out of the lineup Sunday against the Blackhawks. He has now missed the last three games and remains questionable for Tuesday's game against the Flames.
Analysis: Tootoo doesn't have a point in five straight games and has just 13 in 41 games this season. The Predators mostly use Tootoo as an enforcer and is a decent option in all larger leagues which heavily reward penalty minutes.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Predators RW Jed Ortmeyer scored a goal Tuesday against the Kings after being a healthy scratch for several games. He played in the place of Jordin Tootoo, who missed the game with a sore leg muscle.
Analysis: Tootoo doesn't have a point in five straight games and has just 13 in 41 games this season. The Predators mostly use Tootoo as an enforcer and is a decent option in all larger leagues which heavily reward penalty minutes.
News:Jordin Tootoo did it all, despite being on the ice for less than 4 minutes. Tootoo recorded a "Gordie Howe hat trick" with a goal, assist and a fight in the Nashville Predators' 4-2 victory over the Anaheim Ducks on Saturday. He finished at plus-1 in 3:45 of ice time.
Analysis: Tootoo has three of his 10 points this season in the last five games. The Predators mostly use Tootoo as an enforcer and is a decent option in all larger leagues which heavily reward penalty minutes.
News: Predators RW Jordin Tootoo scored a goal for the second time in three games during Saturday's 4-3 shootout win over the Blue Jackets. Tootoo crashed the net in the third period and pushed the rebound in to Fredrik Norrena's stick side.
Analysis: Tootoo has three goals in eight games, but he is far from an explosive scoring machine. Tootoo is best known for his reputation as an enforcer that spends plenty of time in the penalty box. Tootoo is a decent starter in all larger leagues which heavily reward penalty minutes.
News: Predators RW Jordin Tootoo scored a goal and added an assist during Thursday's game against the Thrashers. He finished with a plus-2 rating in 9:13 of ice time. All of Tootoo's two goals and two assists have come in the last seven games.
Analysis: Tootoo is best known for his reputation as an enforcer that spends plenty of time in the penalty box. Tootoo is a decent starter in all larger leagues which heavily reward penalty minutes.
News: Jordan Tootoo scored his first goal of the season at St. Louis Wednesday. Tootoo scored in the final minute of the second period.
Analysis: Tootoo is a decent starter in all larger leagues which heavily reward penalty minutes.
News: Jordin Tootoo (suspension) returned to the lineup for Saturday's game against Dallas. He was scoreless with six penalty minutes in 12:42 of ice time.
Analysis: It appears safe to get Tootoo back into the active lineup in all larger leagues which heavily reward penalty minutes for Fantasy Week 27 (April 2-8).
News: The NHL announced on Monday that Jordin Tootoo has been suspended for five games after punching Dallas D Stephane Robidas (concussion) in the face on Saturday at Nashville.
Analysis: Tootoo picked up the double-minor at 16:21 of the third period, as he knocked out Robidas. He was down on the ice for 10 minutes before being removed on a stretcher.
News: Jordin Tootoo (hip) returned to the lineup for Thursday's game against the Canadiens. He was scoreless in just 5:57 of ice time.
Analysis: Tootoo is only worth a look in the largest of Fantasy leagues which reward penalty minutes.
News: The Nashville Tennessean reports Jordin Tootoo (hip) skated in practice over the weekend for the first time in a month. However, he remained on injured reserve for Monday's game against the Coyotes.
Analysis: Tootoo should remain reserved in all larger Fantasy leagues which reward penalty minutes.
News: Predators RW Jordin Tootoo (hip) did not play Saturday against the Wild.
Analysis: Tootoo remains on injured reserved and should be kept reserved in all Fantasy leagues until he is ready to come off IR.
News: Predators RW Jordin Tootoo (hip) did not play Friday against the Blues.
Analysis: Tootoo remains on injured reserved and should be kept reserved in all Fantasy leagues until he is ready to come off IR.
News: Predators RW Jordin Tootoo (hip) did not play Wednesday against San Jose.
Analysis: Tootoo remains on injured reserved and should be kept reserved in all Fantasy leagues until he is ready to come off IR.
News: Predators RW Jordin Tootoo (hip) did not play Saturday against the Kings.
Analysis: Tootoo remains on injured reserved and should be kept reserved in all Fantasy leagues until he is ready to come off IR.
News: The Nashville Tennessean reports Jordin Tootoo (hip) is expected to be back in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Kings.
Analysis: His sore hip has reportedly bothered him for about a week, so the extra rest will do him good. When healthy, he is only worth a look in larger Fantasy leagues which heavily reward penalty minutes.
News: The Nashville Tennessean reports Tootoo has been placed on injured reserve by the Predators due to his hip injury. An MRI taken on his hip came back negative, but the team needs defensemen so they are giving Tootoo a little extra rest.
Analysis: Tootoo is not expected to miss more than a week. Keep him reserved in all larger Fantasy leagues which heavily reward penalty minutes.
News: Predators RW Jordin Tootoo (hip) did not play Saturday against the Ducks.
Analysis: Tootoo is only worth a look in the largest of Fantasy leagues which heavily reward penalty minutes when healthy. Continue to keep him out of active Fantasy lineups.
News: Jordin Tootoo missed Thursday's game against the Coyotes due to a sore hip, sitting out for the first time since Dec. 21.
Analysis: Coach Barry Trotz told the Nashville Tennessean that Tootoo is probable for Saturday's game against the Ducks. He is only worth a look in the largest of Fantasy leagues which heavily reward penalty minutes.
News: Jordin Tootoo (virus) was able to play in Sunday's game at St. Louis. He was scoreless in 6:53 with a shot on goal.
Analysis: It appears safe to get Tootoo back into the active Fantasy lineup in all larger leagues which heavily reward penalty minutes.
News: The Nashville Tennessean reports Jordin Tootoo is battling a virus which caused him to miss Saturday's morning skate. He is doubtful for Sunday's game at St. Louis.
Analysis: Tootoo should be reserved in all larger leagues which heavily reward penalty minutes for Fantasy Week 12 (Dec. 18-24).
News: Darcy Hordichuk and Jordin Tootoo opened the regular season on Thursday against the Blackhawks scoreless with a minus-1 rating. Hordichuk had two PIM, while Tootoo picked up a fighting major due to a scrum against Reed Low.
Analysis: The two Nashville tough guys are only worth Fantasy consideration in leagues which heavily reward penalty minutes.
News: Jordin Tootoo (tailbone) was back in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Wild.
Analysis: It appears safe to get Tootoo back into the active lineup in all larger Fantasy leagues which heavily reward penalty minutes and daily moves.
News: Jordin Tootoo (tailbone) missed his third consecutive game on Tuesday at St. Louis.
Analysis: The young player best known for his fists than his scoring remains day to day.
News: Jordin Tootoo (tailbone) missed his second consecutive game on Saturday against the Blackhawks.
Analysis: Tootoo remains day to day. Keep him reserved for the final scoring period in all Fantasy leagues which reward penalty minutes, as he is simply too risky to activate.
News: The Nashville Tennessean reports Jordin Tootoo is OUT for Wednesday's game game against the Blackhawks due to a tailbone injury.
Analysis: Tootoo was injured in Monday's game against the Blue Jackets when he slid into the boards. He is also OUT for Thursday's game at St. Louis.
News: Jordin Tootoo was recalled from Milwaukee of the AHL on Tuesday, as the team is a little short at forward with Vernon Fiddler (concussion) and Scottie Upshall (hip) nursing an injury.
Analysis: Tootoo is a decent selection in all larger Fantasy leagues which heavily reward penalty minutes, but his stay in the NHL will likely be a brief one this time around.
News: Jordin Tootoo was recalled from Milwaukee of the AHL over the weekend.
Analysis: If you need penalty minutes, take a look at Tootoo in all larger Fantasy leagues.
News: Jordin Tootoo had an assist and plus-1 rating in 11:34 of ice time in Sunday's game at Chicago.
Analysis: Tootoo ended a six-game scoreless streak with the assist. Unfortunately, Tootoo's best asset for Fantasy owners are his PIM, but he has yet to pick up one major penalty in 14 games this season. Avoid him in all Fantasy leagues until he starts either scoring or punching more.
News: Jordin Tootoo was recalled from Milwaukee of the AHL on Thursday.
Analysis: Tootoo is only worth using in larger Fantasy leagues if you need some penalty minutes.
News: Jordin Tootoo (flu) was scoreless in 4:26 of ice time in Thursday's game.
Analysis: It appears safe to get Tootoo back into the active lineup in leagues which reward PIM.
News: Jordin Tootoo (flu) missed his third consecutive game on Monday night at Los Angeles.
Analysis: Tootoo remains day to day. Keep him reserved in all daily leagues until he can officially return and play consecutive games to prove his health.
News: Jordin Tootoo (flu) missed his second consecutive game on Saturday at Phoenix.
Analysis: Tootoo remains day to day. Keep him reserved if you have healthier alternatives.
News: Jordin Tootoo recorded the 'Gordie Howe' hat trick on Saturday against St. Louis, getting into a fight, recording a goal and picked up an assist.
Analysis: The game was Tootoo's first multi-point effort. He is only worth using in larger Fantasy leagues which reward PIM.
News: Jordin Tootoo became the first person of Inuit descent to score a goal in the NHL in Thursday's loss at Atlanta.
Analysis: Tootoo has three points this season, but he is only worth using in leagues which reward PIM.
News: Jordin Tootoo made his NHL debut for Nashville in Thursday's 3-1 win over Anaheim to become the first Inuit in the NHL.
Analysis: Tootoo had one shot and an even rating in 13:34 of ice time. He is only worth using in leagues which reward PIM.
News: Jordin Tootoo has reportedly won a roster spot with the Predators. He will become the first Inuit to play in the NHL.
Analysis: Tootoo is worth adding to a Fantasy roster in leagues which reward penalty minutes.
