News: Free agent goalie Mikael Tellqvist signed a contract with Ak Bars Kazan of the Kontinental Hockey League (Russia).
Analysis: Tellqvist was part of the Swedish Elite League before coming to the U.S. in 2001-02. He split the 2008-09 season between Phoenix and Buffalo. Tellqvist was never a full-time goalie in the NHL and it seems he was tired of waiting for his chance to start. He could return to the NHL at some point, but Tellqvist is not worth owning in Fantasy.
News: Buffalo G Mikael Tellqvist emerged victorious on Saturday in a 6-1 win over the Bruins in the team's final game of the season. He made 34 saves and allowed one goal, improving his record to 9-6-1 to finish the season, playing for both the Coyotes and Sabres.
Analysis: Tellqvist was not used down the stretch by the Sabres as they tried to ride Ryan Miller into the playoffs but failed to do so. Tellqvist will likely remain a backup next season so he should have little value on Draft Day 2009. The Sabres TG will likely be a high-end option next season with a healthy Ryan Miller between the pipes.
News: Buffalo G Ryan Miller fell short in Saturday's game against the Devils, allowing three goals in the first 27:04 of the game and was pulled after the second period. The Sabres tried to make a furious comeback in the third period but fell short after Mikael Tellqvist came on in relief of Miller and made six saves, allowing no goals.
Analysis: Tellqvist will not be making too many more appearances in meaningful games as the Sabres will ride Miller the rest of the way. He is not worth using in Fantasy at the moment.
News: Sabres G Mikael Tellqvist made 30 saves during a 5-3 win against the Panthers Wednesday. Tellqvist fell behind 3-1 before Buffalo scored the final four goals of the game for the victory. It was Tellqvist's first win in four appearances with the Sabres.
Analysis: Too bad Tellqvist took this long to record his first Buffalo win. Ryan Miller is set to return from an ankle injury Friday, and that means Tellqvist will have to battle Patrick Lalime for backup duties. Despite the win, Tellqvist has limited Fantasy appeal. The Sabres TG will once again be a high-end Fantasy option when Miller returns.
News: Goalie Ryan Miller returned to Sabres on Monday, participating in his first full practice with a team that has been struggling since he was injured a month ago. He's been skating lightly on his own over the past week, but was in full equipment and taking shots during Monday's workout. Miller has been out since sustaining a high ankle sprain against the New York Rangers on Feb. 21. He didn't give a timetable for when he would be ready to play in a game. "My plan is to get in as quick as possible, but I really can't tell you when that's going to be," Miller said. "It's all dependent on how quickly I get myself up to speed and how my ankle reacts. You don't want to do anything too quick." Backup Patrick Lalime has started all but one of the 12 games that Miller has missed, while Mikael Tellqvist had the other start.
Analysis: Lalime was sharp early on, posting a .949 save percentage in his first five games, highlighted by back-to-back 5-1 wins over Montreal and Phoenix. But Lalime has just a 4.35 goals-against average and .865 save percentage in his last six starts. Tellqvist has made just three appearances since arriving in a trade deadline deal from Phoenix and has allowed five goals on 46 shots. Lalime will likely remain the primary backup to Miller, and it seems his time as a stopgap Fantasy option is close to being done. Lalime and Tellqvist appear to be risky Fantasy starts Week 25 (March 23-29).
News:Patrick Lalime allowed four goals on 19 shots in a loss to the Rangers on Saturday and was replaced by Mikael Tellqvist at the start of the third. Tellqvist made 11 saves and didn't allow a goal.
Analysis: Tellqvist could eventually start getting more looks considering how poor Lalime has been since Ryan Miller was injured. Until that happens however, Tellqvist is at best a low-end flier option.
News: Sabres G Mikael Tellqvist made 32 saves during a 4-2 loss to the Senators Tuesday. Tellqvist actually blanked the Senators in the first period on 13 shots and carried a 2-0 lead into the second before Ottawa tied the game. Daniel Alfredsson put Ottawa ahead 3-2 on a power-play score 3:30 into the third for the decisive goal. Tellqvist allowed all four goals on the power play.
Analysis: Tellqvist made his first start for Buffalo, and second appearance, since coming over in a trade from Phoenix. He looked good in the first period before faltering down the stretch. Buffalo added Tellqvist for goalie insurance with Ryan Miller (ankle) out, but unless he gets on a hot streak, Patrick Lalime is still expected to see most of the starts. Tellqvist has low-end Fantasy appeal at this time. The Sabres TG is a No. 2 Fantasy option without Miller.
News: Sabres G Patrick Lalime couldn't hold a one-goal lead and was yanked during a third-period collapse during a 5-2 loss against the Flyers Tuesday. Lalime and the Sabres led 1-0 until Scott Hartnell scored a power-play goal with 14 seconds left in the first. It was still 1-all heading into the third before Jeff Carter scored 27 seconds into the third for Philadelphia. Mike Richards scored a little more than four minutes later and Lalime was gone after Carter scored his second goal at 6:24. Lalime, who made 25 saves, was replaced by Mikael Tellqvist after giving up the goal. Tellqvist allowed just a goal to Scott Hartnell, who used his chest on a deflection to beat the netminder. Tellqvist made three saves.
Analysis: Tellqvist made his first appearance in net for Buffalo Tuesday since being acquired at last Wednesday's trade deadline from Phoenix. Buffalo added Tellqvist for goalie insurance with Miller out, but unless he gets on a hot streak, Lalime is still expected to see most of the starts. Tellqvist has low-end Fantasy appeal at this time.
News: TSN reports that the Coyotes have shipped G Mikael Tellqvist to the Sabres in exchange for a fourth-round pick.
Analysis: Tellqvist is 7-5-1 with a 2.86 GAA average this season as the backup to Ilya Bryzgalov. He will get a shot to fill in for Ryan Miller as current No. 1 Patrick Lalime is just struggling mightily. Tellqvist's value gets a nice boost with this move, as he should get some consistent starts down the stretch and is worth adding in deeper leagues as a low-end No. 2 or high-end No. 3 Fantasy option. The Sabres TG remains a No. 2 option with Miller out.
News:Daniel Carcillo scored in the eighth round of the shootout to lift goalie Mikael Tellqvist and the Phoenix Coyotes to a 4-3 win against the Thrashers Thursday. Tellqvist allowed just a shootout goal to Slava Kozlov while making seven saves. He had 19 saves in regulation and overtime. Tellqvist held a 3-1 lead before Ilya Kovalchuk scored the tying goal with 53 seconds left.
Analysis: Tellqvist has started two straight games for the Coyotes and has looked sharp in both. Now might be the time coach Wayne Gretzky turns to the backup goalie since he has the hot hand, but the starting job with go back to Ilya Bryzgalov eventually. Tellqvist is only worth a flier in leagues that use average points per game. The Coyotes TG remains more of a No. 2 Fantasy option.
News:Sheldon Souray scored a power-play goal with 14:27 remaining past Mikael Tellqvist, lifting the Edmonton Oilers past the struggling Phoenix Coyotes 3-1 on Monday night. Tellqvist, who made 26 saves, never led in the game and allowed both of his goals on the man advantage. Shawn Horcoff added an empty-net goal with 24 seconds left to seal Tellqvist's fate.
Analysis: Tellqvist made his first start in net since Jan. 6 on Monday. He hasn't gotten a lot of time in net since coach Wayne Gretzky likes to lean on Ilya Bryzgalov. Tellqvist is only worth a flier in leagues that use average points per game. The Coyotes TG remains more of a No. 2 Fantasy option.
News: Phoenix G Ilya Bryzgalov gave up four goals and made 24 saves before getting pulled in the team's 7-2 loss to the Hurricanes on Saturday. He allowed two goals in the final five minutes of the second period after the game was tied at 2-2 and was ultimately pulled at the end of the period. Mikael Tellqvist came on in the third period and gave up three more goals on 13 Carolina shots as Bryzgalov took the loss.
Analysis: Tellqvist has not looked very good in his last three appearances dating back to the beginning of the year. Even with Bryzgalov struggling having lost six in a row, the Coyotes still haven't used Tellqvist as a starter since well before the All-Star break. He is not even worth using as a flier and should be ignored.
News: Coyotes G Mikael Tellqvist, making his third start in four games, allowed four goals on 13 shots and lasted only one period before he was replaced by Ilya Bryzgalov during a 6-0 loss to the Blackhawks Tuesday. Bryzgalov finished up by making 26 saves and allowing two goals -- one shorthanded.
Analysis: Tellqvist has allowed four or more goals in three of his last four appearances and is starting to slip a bit after starting the season as a solid backup goalie. Tellqvist isn't about to overtake Bryzgalov for the starting job, so he is just a flier in leagues that use average points per game. The Coyotes TG is a No. 2 Fantasy option.
News: Coyotes G Mikael Tellqvist, making his second straight start for the injured Ilya Bryzgalov (back), stopped 29 shots during a 5-4 win Friday against the Islanders. Tellqvist never trailed in the game and had a 4-1 lead 3:10 into the third period before New York scored three times in the final 16 minutes of the game. Tellqvist has won his last two starts.
Analysis: Tellqvist has done an admirable job in net for Bryzgalov, who could return to action Sunday against the Ducks. Tellqvist is doing very well this season as a backup goalie, but coach Wayne Gretzky's main guy is Bryzgalov. Until that changes, Tellqvist is just a flier in leagues that use average points per game. The Coyotes TG is a No. 2 Fantasy option.
News: Phoenix G Mikael Tellqvist allowed only one goal and made 28 saves against the Avalanche on Wednesday en route to a 3-1 victory. Tellqvist made his second start in relief of normal starter Ilya Bryzgalov who is out with an injury. Expect Tellqvist to keep starting as long as Bryzgalov is out.
Analysis: Tellqvist's record improves to 5-3-1 on the season, but that won't change his status as a backup to Bryzgalov. Consider him a No. 3 option and a flier in leagues that use averages. The Coyotes TG is a No. 2 Fantasy option.
News: Coyotes G Mikael Tellqvist made 23 saves Monday as Phoenix fell 4-2 to the Oilers. He is now 4-3-1 on the season.
Analysis: Tellqvist's outing on Monday was only his third in December as Ilya Bryzgalov has been playing better hockey of late. Tellqvist has shown he can handle being a goalie in the NHL, but is back to being a reserve. Consider him a No. 3 Fantasy goalie and flier in leagues that use average points per game, but nothing more. The Coyotes TG is a No. 2 Fantasy option.
News: Coyotes G Mikael Tellqvist did not play Wednesday against the Stars because of a bruised foot, but was able to dress as Ilya Bryzgalov's backup.
Analysis: Tellqvist has been the better goalie as of late having allowed three or fewer goals in five straight starts. However, Gretzky wants to lean on Bryzgalov and that doesn't bode well in the long run for Tellqvist, who remains a No. 3 Fantasy goalie or flier in leagues that use average points per game.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Coyotes G Ilya Bryzgalov went the distance for Phoenix despite allowing seven goals in the first 27 minutes Sunday against the Blackhawks and continuing a recent funk after being the team's most effective player for the first six weeks. It was a punishment on coach Wayne Gretzky's part. First, backup Mikael Tellqvist was suffering from a painful foot bruise that needs time to heal. And Bryzgalov needs to work through his struggles or the Coyotes can forget about their playoff hopes.
Analysis: The Coyotes don't play again until Wednesday, so it could give time for Tellqvist to heal up. He has been the better goalie as of late having allowed three or fewer goals in five straight starts. However, Gretzky wants to lean on Bryzgalov and that doesn't bode well in the long run for Tellqvist, who is a risky start Week 10 (Dec. 8-14). Consider Bryzgalov a possible No. 2 Fantasy option for the upcoming scoring period despite his struggles. The Coyotes TG is also at best a No. 2 Fantasy option.
News: Phoenix's weeklong goalie saga took another twist during Thursday's 6-3 win against the Maple Leafs when Mikael Tellqvist was pulled in favor of Ilya Bryzgalov after allowing three goals on nine shots in the first two periods. Tellqvist, the Coyotes' backup, had started five of Phoenix's last six games. Bryzgalov stopped all nine shots he faced as Phoenix broke a 3-all tie in the third. "We're a team that needs all 23 guys contributing at all different times," Gretzky said. "I felt Telly had got us to that point, Bryz had worked hard the last three games and we needed a pressure cooker out of him in the third. I had the gut feel it was the right time to make the change. I did it more to push the team."
Analysis: Tellqvist allowed all of six goals in his previous four outings, so Thursday's performance was a little disappointing. We figured it was only a matter of time before Phoenix went back to Bryzgalov. Tellqvist has shown he can handle being a goalie in the NHL, but is back to being a reserve. Consider him a No. 3 Fantasy goalie and flier in leagues that use average points per game. The Coyotes TG is a No. 2 Fantasy option.
News: The Arizona Republic reports that Coyotes G Mikael Tellqvist will start for the fourth time in five games Thursday against Toronto. "Tellqvist made some key saves in the last six minutes (Tuesday)," said coach Wayne Gretzky. "He was as good as he's been again all year. He's just been solid. I know the players like playing in front of him, and he's having fun, and it's nice to see."
Analysis: Here we are with yet another case of an NHL team's management going with the hot hand in goal. This Tellqvist proclivity in Phoenix has obviously come at the expense of Ilya Bryzgalov, who hasn't won a game since Nov. 12. Tellqvist could be a good pickup in deeper leagues as a No. 2 starting goalie if your guys are struggling. The Coyotes TG is also a No. 2 Fantasy option and you'll want to bench Bryzgalov for the time being in all formats. The Coyotes play three times in Fantasy Week 10 (Dec. 8-14).
News: Phoenix G Mikael Tellqvist allowed two goals on Tuesday night against the Kings and was down 2-1 going into the 3rd period. Tellqvist, who stopped 32 shots in the game, allowed one more goal but the Coyotes made a comeback and won 4-2 to give him his fourth win of the season. Tellqvist has started three of four games and appeared in five of the Coyotes' last six.
Analysis: Tellqvist improved to 4-2-1 on the year in seven games. He's allowed more than two goals in only two of those contests and has been starting over normal starter Ilya Bryzgalov lately. Bryzgalov hasn't won in six outings and his last victory came on Nov. 12 but coach Wayne Gretzky says Bryzgalov is still the main guy. Tellqvist remains a No. 3 Fantasy goalie or flier in leagues that use average points per game. The Coyotes TG is also a No. 2 Fantasy option.
News:The Sports Xchange reports after losing a game to the NHL's best team, the Coyotes -- and goaltender Ilya Bryzgalov -- need to regroup before hosting the Los Angeles Kings on Tuesday night. There are a few things that need to happen for the final two games of this homestand: They have to get more shots on net, and Bryzgalov has to crank up his game. Even though he gave up two goals in his first two shots, and backup Mikael Tellqvist has played well, there's no goalie controversy brewing. "Right now, there's nothing to assess," coach Wayne Gretzky said when asked to put the situation into perspective. "We know Bryzie is the No. 1 guy. Telly has been admirable when he's been in. He's played extremely well. Bryzgalov is just not playing to the level we need him to play at. He's better than what he's been. He's a much better goaltender than he's performed, and it's as simple as that."
Analysis: Bryzgalov hasn't won in six outings and his last victory came on Nov. 12. Hence the reason Gretzky wanted to give him a few days off to rest up for the new week. Bryzgalov has a 2.75 GAA and .911 save percentage this season. The losses haven't totally been his fault since Phoenix is a poor offensive team. Despite his rough stretch, Bryzgalov is a reliable No. 2 Fantasy goalie. Tellqvist remains a No. 3 Fantasy goalie or flier in leagues that use average points per game. The Coyotes TG is also a No. 2 Fantasy option.
News: Phoenix yanked starting G Ilya Bryzgalov after just two shots on Saturday against the Sharks. Bryzgalov allowed both shots to score and backup Mikael Tellqvist came on for the last 53:57 of the game. Tellqvist stopped 20 of 21 shots in the game but Joe Pavelski's goal in the 3rd period gave the Sharks the win and Tellqvist the bad-luck loss.
Analysis: Tellqvist was on a two-game winning streak for the Coyotes before Saturday and he did not against the high-scoring Sharks to suggest he deserved to lose. Still, his record drops to 3-2-1 on the year. Bryzgalov has had more long-term success than Tellqvist and it might take a lot more for him to lose his job. Despite his recent run, Tellqvist still has marginal Fantasy appeal. The Coyotes TG is a No. 2 Fantasy option.
News:Mikael Tellqvist has turned the Coyotes around. He stopped 37 shots in his second consecutive start and the Phoenix Coyotes beat the Colorado Avalanche 2-1 Friday afternoon. "This is two outstanding games in a row for him," coach Wayne Gretzky said. "He's definitely been the difference the last two games." Ryan Smyth cut the lead to 2-1 with 15:53 remaining when he redirected Ian Laperriere's bouncing shot from the right boards under Tellqvist. But Tellqvist would make 13 saves in the period to secure the win. "It's just for me to come in and stop the puck," said Tellqvist, who has made 74 saves the past two games. "But the defense also is doing one hell of a job, too."
Analysis: As good as Tellqvist has been as of late, it appears as though Phoenix might just ride the hot hand until he cools off and then put Ilya Bryzgalov back in net. Bryzgalov has had more long-term success than Tellqvist and it might take a lot more for him to lose his job. Despite his recent run, Tellqvist still has marginal Fantasy appeal. The Coyotes TG is a No. 2 Fantasy option.
News: Phoenix G Mikael Tellqvist ended up with 38 saves in Wednesday's 3-2 win over Columbus. Tellqvist allowed two goals in the game and allowed the game-tying goal in the 3rd period to Jason Chimera. His teammates bailed him out, however, as Viktor Tikhonov scored to put the game away at the 17:28 mark.
Analysis: Tellqvist improved to 2-1-1 on the season with the win Wednesday. He's started just four times on the season behind Ilya Bryzgalov. Tellqvist doesn't play nearly enough to get much notice in Fantasy. The Coyotes TG is a No. 2 option, at best.
News: Phoenix G Mikael Tellqvist stopped 30 shots on Saturday night against the Philadelphia Flyers. Tellqvist allowed three goals in regulation and forced overtime but lost in the extra frame as he allowed Mike Richards to slip one past him for the game winner.
Analysis: Tellqvist was playing for starter Ilya Bryzgalov on Saturday and he was making just his third appearance of the season. He's now 1-1-1 on the year. Tellqvist doesn't play nearly enough to get much notice in Fantasy. The Coyotes TG is a No. 2 option, at best.
News: The Arizona Republic reports that Coyotes G Ilya Bryzgalov will return to action Thursday after sitting for two games in favor or backup Mikael Tellqvist.
Analysis: Bryzgalov isn't off to the greatest start this season, but he can't be completely to blame because the Coyotes have struggled to score. Bryzgalov remains a No. 2 goali for now, but one who can put up No. 1 numbers when things are going his way. The Coyotes TG is also at best a No. 2 option.
News: Phoenix G Mikael Tellqvist stopped 32 shots on Saturday against Calgary but allowed three goals as the Coyotes lost the game, 4-1.
Analysis: This was Tellqvist's second start of the season and he won the first one against Washington and allowed just one goal in that one. Tellqvist might have earned himself another start in the next week or two, but make no mistake about it -- Ilya Bryzgalov is the Coyotes No. 1 netminder. Tellqvist reamins just a flier in leagues that use average points per game. The Coyotes TG is a decent No. 2 Fantasy option.
News: Phoenix Coyotes coach Wayne Gretzky wanted a change. He turned to backup Mikael Tellqvist, and the six-year veteran goalie delivered. Tellqvist made 31 saves in his first start of the season and the Coyotes rallied to beat the Washington Capitals 2-1 on Thursday night. "On the flight home from Montreal Saturday, I decided we needed a spark," said Gretzky, whose club snapped a three-game losing streak. "We needed some new energy." Tellqvist held the Capitals scoreless in the first and third periods and allowed only Brooks Laich's power-play goal in between. "I had the chance to feel the puck early, which was key," Tellqvist said. "The job of the backup is to come in and win games, not worry about the past."
Analysis: With the strong outing, Tellqvist might have earned himself another start in the next week or two, but make no mistake about it -- Ilya Bryzgalov is the Coyotes No. 1 netminder. Tellqvist reamins just a flier in leagues that use average points per game. The Coyotes TG is a decent No. 2 Fantasy option.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Coyotes G Ilya Bryzgalov suffered his first loss of the season Wednesday against the Blackhawks and figures to sit out one of the next two games in favor of backup Mikael Tellqvist when the Coyotes head to Ottawa (Friday) and Montreal (Saturday).
Analysis: Tellqvist began the 2007-08 season as Phoenix's top netminder, but when Bryzgalov became available in November, Phoenix pounced on him and made him their starting goalie. Nothing has changed in 2008-09 as Bryzgalov has started the first three games and will continue to see most starts in net. Tellqvist reamins just a flier in leagues that use average points per game.
News:Mikael Tellqvist did not have any offensive support in front of him and he gave up four goals on 33 shots Thursday when the Phoenix Coyotes were shut down by the Los Angeles Kings 4-0.
Analysis: Tellqvist has a fairly decent 2.78 GAA this season, but he does not get a lot of starts behind Ilya Bryzgalov. He is only worth owning as insurance for the Russian netminder.
News:Mikael Tellqvist stopped eight shots in overtime and five in the third period after allowing five goals on 23 shots in the first two periods before the Phoenix Coyotes came up short in a 6-5 shotoout loss to the Los Angeles Kings on Thursday night. Tellqvist also took a loss in a shootout in one of the rare starts he got on Feb. 23.
Analysis: Tellqvist has a fairly decent 2.72 GAA this season, but he does not get a lot of starts behind Ilya Bryzgalov at the moment. He is only worth owning as insurance for the Russian netminder.
News:Mikael Tellqvist allowed four goals on 24 shots in the second and third periods after coming in the game in place of starter Ilya Bryzgalov and the Phoenix Coyotes lost 8-4 to the Edmonton Oilers. Tellqvist was tagged with his seventh loss because Bryzgalov allowed three goals on 11 shots when he left the game at 3-2 after the first period.
Analysis: Tellqvist has a fairly decent 2.46 GAA this season, but he does not get a lot of starts behind Bryzgalov at the moment. He is only worth owning as insurance for the Russian netminder.
News:Mikael Tellqvist, getting his first ice time since Feb. 22, did not have a particular good game in Thursday's 4-2 loss to the Montreal Canadiens. Tellqvist conceded four goals on 20 shots, including three on just seven shots in the third period.
Analysis: Tellqvist has a fairly decent 2.36 GAA this season, but he does not get a lot of starts behind Ilya Bryzgalov at the moment. He is only worth owning as insurance for the Russian netminder.
News: Coyotes backup Mikael Tellqvist stopped nine shots in the third period and six in overtime, but came up on the short end of a 12-round shootout losing 3-2 to Colorado on Friday. It was the longest shootout ever for both teams.
Analysis: Tellqvist has a fairly decent 2.39 GAA this season and has only allowed more than two goals twice in his last eight appearances. However, he is stuck behind Bryzgalov at the moment, so he's only worth owning as insurance for the Russian.
News: Coyotes G Mikael Tellqvist stopped 34 shots Monday for his sixth career shutout and eighth victory of the season, starting in place of Ilya Bryzgalov as Phoenix blanked the Kings 4-0.
Analysis: Tellqvist has a decent 2.39 GAA this season and has only allowed more than two goals twice in his last seven appearances. However, he is stuck behind Coyotes golden boy Bryzgalov at the moment, so he's only worth owning as insurance for the Russian.
News: Coyotes head coach Wayne Gretzky pulled Ilya Bryzgalov with 6:33 remaining in the first period in favor of backup Mikael Tellqvist. Bryzgalov allowed three goals on eight shots before getting the hook. "We need Bryzgalov to be better," Gretzky added. "He's taken on the responsibility as number one, and now he has to prove it. He's got to be way better." Tellqvist allowed two goals on 17 shots, but Phoenix still lost 6-3 after tying the game at three in the second period.
Analysis: Tellqvist played well enough in relief Sunday that he might be in net Monday against the Stars. But the sad fact remains is that he has made just five appearances since Dec. 16. Tellqvist is pretty much useless in Fantasy leagues outside of formats that use average points per game.
News: Coyotes G Mikael Tellqvist stopped 33 shots during a 4-3 overtime win Monday against the Avalanche. Phoenix trailed 3-2 before Radim Vrbata scored with 3:11 left in the third period. Vrbata then poked home the game winner 3:23 into overtime to send Tellqvist to his seventh win and first since Jan. 3.
Analysis: Tellqvist has made just four appearances since Jan. 1 because Ilya Brzygalov is now the top netminder in Phoenix. That has rendered Tellqvist pretty much useless in Fantasy leagues outside of formats that use average points per game. The Coyotes TG is a No. 2 Fantasy option.
News: Phoenix gave goalie Mikael Tellqvist a rare start on Thursday against Columbus, but he could not taken advantage of it to help the team to a win. Tellqvist was beaten for four goals on 32 shots and the Coyotes lost 4-3 at home. Tellqvist's last three starts have come at intervals of every seven days.
Analysis: The Coyotes continue to lean on Ilya Bryzgalov on most nights and that has rendered Tellqvist pretty much useless in Fantasy leagues outside of formats that use average points per game. The Coyotes TG is a No. 2 Fantasy option.
News: Phoenix G Mikael Tellqvist replaces starter Ilya Bryzgalov midway through Thursday's 5-2 loss at Edmonton. Tellqvist plays 30:18 and gives up one goal on 18 shots. Tellqvist won a start in December and one on Jan. 3.
Analysis: The Coyotes continue to lean on Ilya Bryzgalov on most nights and that has rendered Tellqvist pretty much useless in Fantasy leagues outside of formats that use average points per game. The Coyotes TG is a No. 2 Fantasy option.
News:Mikael Tellqvist stopped 25 shots to help the Phoenix Coyotes beat the Chicago Blackhawks 4-2 Thursday. Tellqvist, appearing in just his 11th game of the season, held Chicago scoreless until Cameron Barker ruined the shutout at 11:31 of the third period. Kris Versteeg brought the Hawks to within one at 18:33 before Fredrik Sjostrom scored into an empty net.
Analysis: Tellqvist has won his last two starts while allowing just three goals. Too bad those starts came 18 days apart. The Coyotes continue to lean on Ilya Bryzgalov on most nights and that has rendered Tellqvist pretty much useless in Fantasy leagues outside of formats that use average points per game. The Coyotes TG is a No. 2 Fantasy option.
News: Coyotes G Mikael Tellqvist came up huge during Saturday's 4-1 win against the Devils. A backup since the arrival of Ilya Bryzgalov, Tellqvist made 30 saves in his first start for Phoenix since Nov. 12. He lost the shutout when Zach Parise scored a short-handed goal with six minutes remaining. "I felt a little stiff in the beginning," Tellqvist said. "I got a couple of easy saves at the start and I kind of worked myself into the game. The guys came up big for me in the second and third."
Analysis: Tellqvist looked good in net Saturday against the Devils, but that won't stop the Coyotes from starting Bryzgalov at will. He was brought in because Tellqvist and Company couldn't hack it. He is still nothing more than a No. 3 Fantasy goalie or flier in leagues that use average scoring systems. The Coyotes TG is a No. 2 Fantasy option.
News: Phoenix goalie Ilya Bryzgalov was pulled at 10:30 of the first period Friday against the Blackhawks after allowing five goals on seven shots. Mikael Tellqvist replaced him and allowed a goal on 20 shots.
Analysis: Tellqvist has been banished to a reserve role with the Coyotes since Bryzgalov came to town on Nov. 17. Friday was his first appearance since Nov. 15 against the Sharks. Tellqvist might have earned himself a start after a solid relief outing, but is nothing more than a flier in leagues that use average scoring systems.
News: The Phoenix Coyotes claimed goaltender Ilya Bryzgalov off waivers from the Anaheim Ducks on Saturday. The Russian native has a .909 save percentage in nine games with the Ducks this season and posted a 2-3-1 record. He played with the Stanley Cup champs last season had a .922 save percentage in five playoff games. "We are excited to bring in a world-class goaltender with a Stanley Cup on his resume," Coyotes general manager Don Maloney said. "At 27 years old, he is just entering his prime and we look forward to having him in our lineup."
Analysis: Alex Auld and Mikael Tellqvist have been sharing time in net this season. Tellqvist has been the better option and will likely pose the biggest threat to Bryzgalov. Don't be surprised if Auld is optioned to the minors as soon as Bryzgalov is ready for action. Consider Tellqvist a low-end Fantasy option until further notice and Auld is nothing more than a flier in the deepest of leagues that use average points per game.
News: Sharks forward Joe Pavelski's second-period goal ended the night Thursday for Coyotes Auld, who allowed the three goals on 18 shots before he was replaced by Mikael Tellqvist. He didn't fare much better by allowing three goals on 12 shots.
Analysis: Good news for Tellqvist is that he didn't take the loss Thursday. He came into the game cold off the bench and it showed. Despite the rough relief appearance, he still has been the best option in net for Phoenix this season. He is worth a look in deeper Fantasy leagues as a low-end No. 2 option at this time, but is definitely worth starting in leagues that use average points per game.
News:Mikael Tellqvist stopped an early penalty shot at San Jose Monday, but he had trouble the rest of way. His three-game winning streak was snapped and Phoenix went on its first road losing skid this season. "Nabokov's pretty strong, so from an individual point of view if we don't play at our best as a team, it's tough because they've got a lot of good players," Coyotes coach Wayne Gretzky said. "When the game got physical, their big players rose to the occasion and scored some big goals for them and that was the difference in the hockey game."
Analysis: Tellqvist stopped 23 shots, but allowed five to slip by in the loss. He is only worth a look in deeper Fantasy leagues as a low-end No. 2 option at this time, but is definitely worth starting in leagues that use average points per game. The Coyotes TG is also a low-end No. 2 Fantasy option.
News: Coyotes G Mikael Tellqvist stopped 24 shots during Thursday's 5-2 win over the Stars for his third consecutive win. His last two wins have come against Dallas. He has allowed just three goals during his winning streak.
Analysis: Tellqvist looks the most like a starter in Phoenix, although nothing is certainly etched in stone as he battles with Alex Auld for starts. He is only worth a look in deeper Fantasy leagues as a low-end No. 2 option at this time, but is definitely worth starting in leagues that use average points per game. The Coyotes TG is also a low-end No. 2/high-end No. 3 Fantasy option.
News: Mikael Tellqvist stopped 35 shots for his fifth career shutout, and the Phoenix Coyotes beat the Dallas Stars 5-0 on Friday night. Tellqvist, who was credited with an assist on Shane Doan's goal, had to be sharp in the second period when Dallas held an 18-5 shots advantage. Tellqvist went on to post his first shutout of the season.
Analysis: Tellqvist has been outstanding in his last two starts -- both wins. He has allowed just one goal while making 59 saves. Tellqvist looks the most like a starter in Phoenix, although nothing is certainly etched in stone as he battles with Alex Auld for starts. He is only worth a look in deeper Fantasy leagues as a low-end No. 2 option at this time, but is definitely worth starting in leagues that use average points per game. The Coyotes TG is also a low-end No. 2/high-end No. 3 Fantasy option.
News: Goaltender Mikael Tellqvist made 24 saves and also stopped a penalty shot in a win at St. Louis Tuesday.
Analysis: Tellqvist looks the most like a starter in Phoenix, although nothing is certainly etched in stone as he battles with Alex Auld for starts. He is only worth a look in deeper Fantasy leagues as a low-end No. 2 option at this time.
News: The Phoenix Coyotes have waived veteran David Aebischer on Wednesday, apparently settling on Alex Auld and Mikael Tellqvist as their two goaltenders.
Analysis: That's good news for Fantasy owners of Tellqvist, although it's possible Aebischer might stick around if he passes waivers. Tellqvist looks the most like a starter in Phoenix, although nothing is certainly etched in stone. He is only worth a look in deeper Fantasy leagues as a low-end No. 2 option at this time.
News: Mikael Tellqvist, who was named as the team's starter by Wayne Gretzky on Wednesday, picked up a victory in Thursday's regular season opener against the Blues. He allowed two goals on 24 shots.
Analysis: Despite the win, Tellqvist is still only worth a look in the deepest of Fantasy leagues as a No. 3 option in cumulative formats.
News: Coach Wayne Gretzky told the Arizona Republic that Mikael Tellqvist will be his starting goaltender for Thursday's regular season opener against the St. Louis Blues. He also announced that Alex Auld will serve as the backup with David Aebischer a healthy scratch.
Analysis: We'll likely see a goaltending carousel in Phoenix, at least through the early part of the season. This is good news for Fantasy owners of Tellqvist in deeper leagues which average points per game in a scoring period.
News: David Aebischer appears to have a leg up in the three-way race for the starting job in Phoenix over Alex Auld and Mikael Tellqvist. "He's still relatively young and everybody who's played the game has gone through a tough time in their careers," head coach Wayne Gretzky told usatoday.com. "Looking at his track record, he seemed to be a guy who worked hard and he had success in the past. Montreal is a hard place to play for a goalie. So here's a new opportunity."
Analysis: It is hard to understand exactly why if you look at the preseason statistics, as Aebischer is 1-0-0, but with a 3.60 GAA and .870 save percentage. Auld is 0-1-1 with a 1.94 GAA and .927 save percentage and Tellqvist is 1-0-0 with a 2.76 GAA and .905 save percentage. If you add Tellqvist to a Fantasy roster, be sure to have plenty of depth, because the job in Phoenix is anything but set in stone with plenty of contenders looking for time.
News: Mikael Tellqvist stopped nine of the 10 shots he faced in Monday's preseason game against the Avalanche. David LeNeveu replaced him in the second period and allowed two goals on 10 shots.
Analysis: Tellqvist is battling David Aebischer for the starting job in Phoenix. For now, the job is anything but decided. Don't forget Alex Auld (knee) is also in the mix for the Coyotes. Avoid all of the goaltenders on Draft Day until coach Wayne Gretzky gives a definitive answer on his starter. That might be a while.
News: The Phoenix Coyotes signed goalie Alex Auld to a one-year contract on Monday. Auld, 26, went 7-13-5 with a 3.34 goals-against average last season with Florida. He is 46-44-13 in five NHL seasons with Florida and Vancouver, with a 2.89 GAA and .902 save percentage. Auld joins recently added free agent David Aebischer and Mikael Tellqvist in a suddenly crowded crease in Phoenix.
Analysis: See how this battle pans out before using anything more than a late-round pick on any of the Phoenix goaltenders. They might also elect to trade Tellqvist to a team in need of goaltending help to fill one of their other needs.
News: The Phoenix Coyotes have signed goalie David Aebischer to a one-year contract. Aebischer, entering his seventh NHL season, has a 106-73-12 record with a 2.51 goals against average in 213 career games with Colorado and Montreal. In the 2003-04 season with Colorado, he went 32-19-9 with a 2.09 GAA.
Analysis: The 29-year-old Swiss goalie was 13-12-3 with a 3.17 GAA in 32 appearances for Montreal last season. He was acquired by the Canadiens in a trade that sent Jose Theodore to Colorado a year ago. New Coyotes general manager Don Maloney said the signing is a move toward depth at goalie. The only other goalie under contract with the Coyotes is Mikael Tellqvist. Tellqvist might have a shot at the No. 1 job, but he'll have to win the job in preseason.
News: Mikael Tellqvist stopped 19 shots in Tuesday's game at Dallas, as the Coyotes fell to 2-9-2 over their past 13.
Analysis: Tellqvist's Fantasy value is limited to the largest of leagues which average points per game in a scoring period.
News: Mikael Tellqvist allowed five goals on 28 shots in Sunday's game against the Stars, as Curtis Joseph was looking on once again.
Analysis: CuJo might be back in the lineup for Tuesday's game at Minnesota after this poor performance by Tellqvist. He still remains a solid No. 3 in all leagues for Fantasy Week 25 (March 19-25).
News: Coyotes G Mikael Tellqvist stopped 22 shots in a 5-1 loss to the Sharks on Thursday. He has now lost three of his last five starts and has allowed five goals in three of those starts as well.
Analysis: Tellqvist is only worth a look in larger Fantasy leagues which average points per game in a scoring period. He continues to struggles in net.
News: Mikael Tellqvist made 24 saves for his second shutout of the season and added an assist to lead the Coyotes past the Philadelphia Flyers 4-0 on Monday night, snapping a five-game losing streak.
Analysis: Despite the outstanding game, Tellqvist is only worth a look in larger Fantasy leagues which average points per game in a scoring period.
News: Coyotes G Mikael Tellqvist stopped 24 shots in a 2-1 loss to the Ducks Wednesday. He has now lost two consecutive starts and four of his last five.
Analysis: Tellqvist is hurting after getting off to a great start in net this season. He is no longer a reliable Fantasy option in most leagues, but could still be useful as a low-end reserve in larger leagues.
News: The Arizona Republic reports Curtis Joseph was forced to miss practice on Monday due to an illness and he might be sidelined for Wednesday's start at Anaheim. If he cannot go, Mikael Tellqvist will get the starting nod.
Analysis: Even if he does get the start, Tellqvist is not worth a look even in larger Fantasy leagues which allow daily moves due to the difficult matchup.
News: Mikael Tellqvist allowed five goals on 33 shots in Monday's game at Calgary to take the loss.
Analysis: Tellqvist will likely be back to spectator status for Tuesday's game at Edmonton. Set your daily Fantasy lineups accordingly.
News: Coyotes G Mikael Tellqvist stopped 29 shots in a 3-2 win over the Flames Thursday. It was only Tellqvist's second win in his last six games.
Analysis: Tellqvist has made onlyfour starts in February and is only worth using in leagues that use average scoring systems.
News: Coyotes G Mikael Tellqvist made 23 saves in a 4-1 loss to the Red Wings Saturday.
Analysis: Tellqvist, who signed a two-year extension Friday, has made only three starts in February and is only worth using in leagues that use average scoring systems.
News: Goalie Mikael Tellqvist and center Mike Zigomanis have re-signed with the Phoenix Coyotes. Both agreed to two-year deals, the Coyotes said Friday. Terms weren't disclosed.
Analysis: Tellqvist was acquired Nov. 28 in a trade that sent Tyson Nash and a fourth-round draft pick to Toronto. He has played in 19 games for the Coyotes, with a record of 9-7-2, a 3.22 goals-against average, and a .895 save percentage. In 58 career NHL games, Tellqvist has a 25-22-4 record with a 3.10 GAA and .894 save percentage. Tellqvist has made only two starts in February and is only worth using in leagues that use average scoring systems.
News: Curtis Joseph had 25 saves on 29 shots for Phoenix before he was replaced by Mikael Tellqvist with 17:22 left in Saturday's game. Tellqvist finished with eight saves on nine shots. The Coyotes lost 5-2 to the Panthers.
Analysis: Both Joseph and Tellqvist are low-end Fantasy options as both struggle to get wins. The same goes for the Coyotes TG.
News: Coach Wayne Gretzky told the Arizona Republic that Curtis Joseph will get the starting nod over Mikael Tellqvist on Wednesday at Anaheim. The Great One added that if CuJo plays well and the team wins, he might see an addition start on Thursday night against Nashville.
Analysis: Set your daily Fantasy lineups accordingly. Knocking off the Ducks on their home ice is a tall order, but monitor this situation closely and be prepared to sit Tellqvist on Thursday, too, if Joseph looks halfway decent.
News: Coyotes G Mikael Tellqvist made 28 saves in a 3-2 win over the Kings on Saturday.
Analysis: Tellqvist has nine wins heading into the All-Star break. Continue to use him as a low-end Fantasy goalie.
News: Coyotes G Mikael Tellqvist stopped 28 shots in a 5-2 thrashing at the hands of the Sharks on Thursday.
Analysis: After a great start to his season, Tellqvist has not been good the last three games, allowing four or more goals in each game. Continue to use him as a low-end Fantasy goalie, but it is probably best to bench him while he struggles.
News: The Arizona Republic reports Curtis Joseph will start Wednesday's game against the Avalanche instead of Mikael Tellqvist.
Analysis: Set your daily Fantasy lineups accordingly. He is worth a look as a No. 2 or 3 Fantasy option in most leagues when he is in the lineup.
News: Mikael Tellqvist made 22 saves while allowing four goals in Monday's overtime win against the Blues.
Analysis: Tellqvist is 5-1-1 over the past seven starts and is a decent No. 2 or 3 Fantasy goaltender in leagues of 12 or more teams and formats which average points per game in a scoring period.
News: Coyotes G Mikael Tellqvist saw his three-game winning streak come to an end on Thursday, as he was the losing goalie in a 5-1 outcome against the Red Wings.
Analysis: Tellqvist remains a useful No. 3 Fantasy goaltender in weekly formats and a solid No. 2 or 3 option in leagues which average points per game in a scoring period.
News: Mikael Tellqvist stopped 29 shots, including all 16 he faced in the second period on Tuesday at Dallas, to help the Coyotes wrap up a perfect five-game road trip.
Analysis: Tellqvist has won his past three starts and he is unbeaten in his past five. He remains a useful No. 3 Fantasy goaltender in weekly formats and a solid No. 2 or 3 option in leagues which average points per game in a scoring period.
News: Mikael Tellqvist made 32 saves, including several on tough chances in the third period, in Sunday's game at Chicago for the win. "They came at me and we got into some penalty trouble, but got out of it," Tellqvist said.
Analysis: Tellqvist has emerged as a useful No. 2 or 3 Fantasy goaltender in all leagues which average points per game in a scoring period.
News: TSN.ca is reporting Mikael Tellqvist will start in net for the Coyotes when they play host to the Ducks on Saturday night.
Analysis: Set your daily Fantasy lineups accordingly. He is a decent No. 3 Fantasy option in daily leagues.
News: Coyotes G Mikael Tellqvist made 40 saves on Saturday in a 4-3 loss to the Stars.
Analysis: Tellqvist made just his fourth start of the season on Saturday. He is not a recommended Fantasy option at this time.
News: Mikael Tellqvist allowed two goals on 21 shots in Monday's game against the Predators as he picked up the victory.
Analysis: Tellqvist was making his first start since he was acquired from Toronto for Tyson Nash and a fourth-round draft pick on Nov. 28. "I just tried to go out there and have some fun," Tellqvist said. "It was only my second game of the year and I knew I was probably going to be rusty. After that second goal they got, we pretty much shut them down."
News: According to TSN.ca, the Toronto Maple Leafs have acquired Nash from the Phoenix Coyotes on Tuesday for Mikael Tellqvist.
Analysis: Tellqvist will serve as either the backup to Curtis Joseph in Phoenix or the starter for the team's AHL affiliate in San Antonio. Either way, he is not a recommended Fantasy option.
News: The Maple Leafs recalled goalie Mikael Tellqvist from their AHL affiliate after backup Jean Sebastien-Aubin became ill and he started on Saturday against the Devils. He faced just 19 shots, but lost 2-1.
Analysis: Tellqvist probably won't be getting many starts when Sebastien-Aubin and Andrew Raycroft return to action. Tellqvist is not a recommended Fantasy option at this time.
News: Mikael Tellqvist (finger) was activated from injured reserve, as his conditioning assignment is over. He dressed as the backup to started Jean-Sebastien Aubin for Thursday's game at Boston.
Analysis: Tellqvist does not see enough playing time for the Leafs to warrant any Fantasy consideration.
News: Mikael Tellqvist (finger) will be activated from injured reserve on Thursday to serve as backup to Jean-Sebastien Aubin at Boston.
Analysis: Tellqvist was on a conditioning assignment and suffered a fractured finger. He has not started a game yet and will likely be on the bench quite a bit once Andrew Raycroft (groin) is able to return.
News: The Toronto Sun reports Mikael Tellqvist suffered a fractured finger during his conditioning assignment with the Toronto Marlies of the AHL and he is out indefinitely.
Analysis: Tellqvist is not a recommended Fantasy option when he is healthy and playing in the NHL. Jean-Sebastien Aubin is serving as the backup to Andrew Raycroft with the Leafs currently.
News: It looks like during back-to-back games next week against Columbus and the New York Rangers, the Leafs may select someone other than Andrew Raycroft to start. Coach Paul Maurice is carrying three goaltenders at the moment, but said there was a danger in arbitrarily selecting when Jean-Sebastien Aubin or Mikael Tellqvist get their shot. "You can't tell a guy, 'you won't be playing for two weeks', because who knows what will happen in between," Maurice said. "You can't pick a game... so I don't tell them. Raycroft will play until I tell him he's not."
Analysis: Aubin and Tellqvist aren't worth picking up in Fantasy play until one emerges as the primary backup to Raycroft.
News: Jean-Sebastien Aubin is in between the pipes for Tuesday's start at Philadelphia, making his second consecutive start in place of Mikael Tellqvist.
Analysis: If you can still change your daily Fantasy lineups, reserve Mikael Tellqvist and activate Aubin, although this is a bit of an unfavorable matchup. It appears coach Pat Quinn will go with the hot hand, so Tellqvist owners should be cheering for the Flyers tonight.
News: Jean-Sebastien Aubin made 35 saves on 38 shots in Sunday's game at New Jersey, as he picked up a victory in place of starter Mikael Tellqvist.
Analysis: The goaltending situation is up in the air in Toronto and coach Pat Quinn will likely go with the hot hand as the team is desperately fighting for their playoff lives. That makes it difficult for Fantasy owners trying to figure out a starter, so avoid both for now.
News: Mikael Tellqvist allowed five goals on 30 shots, including four in a disastrous first period, to lose at Montreal on Thursday night.
Analysis: It might have been a good idea to insert Jean-Sebastien Aubin into the game after the first 20 minutes and freshen up Tellqvist for Saturday's rematch at Bell Centre, but obviously coach Pat Quinn did not see it that way.
News: Mikael Tellqvist officially takes over as the No. 1 goaltender, as Ed Belfour has been placed on injured reserve due to his back injury. He is expected to miss the rest of the season.
Analysis: Tellqvist is a decent pickup in all Fantasy leagues if you need goaltending help down the stretch. He is coming off of a shutout at Pittsburgh on Sunday and an impressive win on Tuesday against Carolina.
News: Mikael Tellqvist stopped all 21 shots he faced in Sunday's game at Pittsburgh to improve to 9-8-2.
Analysis: Tellqvist is a solid short-term Fantasy option in all leagues right now while Ed Belfour (back) is on the mend.
News: Ed Belfour (back) did not respond to recent treatment as well as the Maple Leafs had hoped according to the Toronto Sun. "We haven't had a lot of increased feedback but I did get a call (Friday) night that there has not been a lot of progress," coach Pat Quinn said on Saturday.
Analysis: Mikael Tellqvist will continue to start with Jean-Sebastien Aubin serving as the backup. Belfour remains day to day for now.
News: Mikael Tellqvist allowed just two goals on 32 shots in Thursday's game at Buffalo to take a tough loss, as Ryan Miller picked up the win.
Analysis: Tellqvist has gotten three straight starts in place of Ed Belfour (back) and he has gone 2-1 during the stretch. He might get the call in Saturday's game at N.Y. Rangers if Belfour is still unable to suit up.
News: Mikael Tellqvist started his second straight game and he allowed four goals on 32 shots in Tuesday's game against the Bruins, but he won in a shootout. It was Tellqvist's first win in the shootout, as he beat the only team in the NHL yet to win in the extra session.
Analysis: Tellqvist has Jean-Sebastien Aubin as his backup, as veteran Ed Belfour's back is acting up again. Look for Tellqvist to be back between the pipes on Thursday at Buffalo.
News: Coach Pat Quinn tells the Toronto Star that Ed Belfour is still his No. 1 goaltender, but Mikael Tellqvist will see more playing time during the final 19 games of the regular season.
Analysis: The Leafs have back-to-back situations March 18 at N.Y. Rangers and March 19 at Pittsburgh, March 25 at Montreal and March 26 at New Jersey, April 5 vs. N.Y. Islanders and April 6 at Boston, April 15 vs. Ottawa and April 16 at Buffalo. Consider scooping up Tellqvist in leagues which average points per game in a Fantasy period.
News: In his first start since Jan. 28, Mikael Tellqvist allowed six goals in a 6-2 loss at Buffalo. He stopped 26 of 32 shots.
Analysis: Tellqvist is useful only as insurance for owners of the 40-year-old Ed Belfour.
News: Mikael Tellqvist, who will represent Team Sweden in the 2006 Winter Olympics in Turin, has posted six wins and five loss in 14 games with the Leafs at the Olympic Games break.
Analysis: Tellqvist has managed a 2.79 GAA and .906 save percentage, which are both better than starter Ed Belfour. He might see more time down the stretch for the Leafs, especially if the 40-year-old veteran starts to break down over the final games of the season. He should be added to Fantasy rosters just in case you would like insurance against Belfour's wonky back.
News: Mikael Tellqvist allowed three goals on 15 shots in Saturday's game against the Sabres after relieving Ed Belfour in the middle of the second period.
Analysis: Neither Belfour or Tellqvist are worth using right now, as the Maple Leafs have lost seven straight games and are in a state of disarray.
News: Mikael Tellqvist allowed four goals on 22 shots in Wednesday's game at Minnesota, as the backup netminder could not help stop the Leafs from losing their season-high fourth game in a row.
Analysis: Tellqvist might be a little more useful over the coming weeks, as the league uses a compressed schedule to make up for the two-week Olympics Games break in February.
News: Mikael Tellqvist made 33 saves and allowed two goals in Tuesday's overtime win at Pittsburgh.
Analysis: Tellqvist, who will head off to Turin for the 2006 Winter Olympics to represent Sweden, is one of the top backups in the league. He is a decent No. 2 Fantasy goaltender in leagues which average points per game in a scoring period since veteran Ed Belfour needs time off during back-to-back situations more often than not.
News: Mikael Tellqvist got the start between the pipes on Monday against the Mighty Ducks, with Ed Belfour nursing what the team terms a "lower body" injury.
Analysis: It is not official, but perhaps Belfour is having more back problems. Scoop up Tellqvist immediately, as at the very least he will be a decent short-term Fantasy option. He might be called on as the No. 1 goaltender if Belfour is to miss significant time.
News: Mikael Tellqvist got the win in Tuesday's game at Montreal starting in place of Ed Belfour. He made 31 saves and allowed two goals to pick up the first win for the Maple Leafs this season.
Analysis: Tellqvist gave the Maple Leafs what Ed Belfour could not in the first three starts of the season - a win. Keep an eye on how many rests Belfour gets over the next few months. Tellqvist might be ready for a bigger role with the aging veteran starting to show chinks in the armor.
News: Mikael Tellqvist will serve as the backup to started Ed Belfour following the demotion of Jean-Francois Racine to Toronto of the AHL.
Analysis: Tellqvist had a shaky preseason as opposed to Racine, but coach Pat Quinn preferred Jean-Francois to start regularly for the Marlies instead of wasting time on the bench with the big club.
News: Mikael Tellqvist made his fifth consecutive start on Thursday at Tampa Bay in place of the injured Ed Belfour (back) and ineffective Trevor Kidd. He allowed four goals on 26 shots.
Analysis: Tellqvist has lost three straight games and is not worth using in most Fantasy leagues.
News: Mikael Tellqvist made 34 saves and allowed only one goal in Thursday's 2-1 overtime win at Carolina.
Analysis: Tellqvist looked much more crisp in between the pipes in place of the struggling Trevor Kidd. Starter Ed Belfour (back) should return on Saturday, so do not bother with Tellqvist.
News: Mikael Tellqvist started in place of Ed Melfour (back) at Pittsburgh Monday. He allowed four goals, but came out a winner for the first time since November.
Analysis: Tellqvist is not worth adding to any Fantasy roster.
News: The Maple Leafs called up Mikael Tellqvist from St. John's of the AHL Saturday. He will back up Trevor Kidd while Ed Belfour (back) heals.
Analysis: Tellqvist will be used as a reserve goaltender and is not worth picking up.
News: Mikael Tellqvist was recalled from St. John's of the AHL on Monday.
Analysis: Hopefully Tellqvist gets frequent flyer miles on Air Canada between St. John's and Toronto. He is not worth adding to a Fantasy roster, but it is apparent Ed Belfour (groin) is still not 100 percent.
News: Mikael Tellqvist was recalled from St. John's of the AHL on Tuesday.
Analysis: Tellqvist will serve as the backup to Trevor Kidd on Tuesday and possibly Thursday with veteran Ed Belfour (back) sidelined.
News: Mikael Tellqvist was returned to St. John's of the AHL on Saturday.
Analysis: Tellqvist is no longer needed with Ed Belfour (groin) back in the lineup.
News: Mikael Tellqvist was recalled from St. John's of the AHL on Monday.
Analysis: Tellqvist will likely serve as the backup to Trevor Kidd on Monday at Pittsburgh with started Ed Belfour nursing a pulled muscle in his leg.
News: The Maple Leafs recalled Tellqvist from St. John's of the AHL, after Trevor Kidd suffered a groin injury.
Analysis: Tellqvist is not likely to see much action and therefore does not warrant any Fantasy consideration.
News: The Maple Leafs sent Mikael Tellqvist to St. John's of the AHL on Wednesday.
Analysis: Trevor Kidd is fully ready to assume the backup duties to Ed Belfour, so Tellqvist was no longer needed.
News: According to the Toronto Sun, Tellqvist will challenge for a job. He played very well for Sweden in the World Championships and is expected to challenge Trevor Kidd for the backup job to starter Ed Belfour in 2003-04. Tellqvist is certainly worth a roster spot in keeper leagues.
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News: Tellqvist started his first career game on Tuesday. He lost, but looked good at times. He will continue to start if Ed Belfour (back spasms) and Trevor Kidd (groin) are unavailable Friday at Buffalo and Saturday against Colorado. He will only have Fantasy value as a starter.
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News: Tellqvist replaced Trevor Kidd (groin) in the third period of Saturday's game. The Maple Leafs are already thin at the goaltender position with Ed Belfour (back spasms). Consider starting Tellqvist if you are desperate for goaltending. Belfour is expected to miss at least two more games and Kidd's return is unclear.
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News: Tellqvist has lost out on the battle to be the Maple Leafs' backup goaltender to open the season, according to the Toronto Sun. He is expected to be sent to St. John's of the AHL, and you shouldn't bother with him in Fantasy leagues this season.
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