News:Jeff Woywitka was recalled Saturday from AHL Peoria.
Analysis:Jeff Woywitka notched 11 points and 22 penalty minutes in 34 games for Peoria this season. Woywitka played 27 games for the Rangers last season but was waived by the Blues this season after not seeing the ice in the first three games and was assigned to Peoria.
News:Jeff Woywitka was placed on waivers Wednesday by the Blues, TSN reports.
Analysis:Jeff Woywitka, who played in 27 games for the Rangers last year, did not get into any of Blues' first three games this year. The team needs a roster spot for the eventual activation of Wade Redden. Woywitka will go to AHL Peoria if he clears waivers.
News:Jeff Woywitka has signed a one-year, two-way contract with St. Louis, according to the Blues' Official Site.
Analysis:Jeff Woywitka spent last season with the Rangers where he played in 27 games and snagged six points. He spent four seasons with St. Louis from 2005-09. The two-way contract isn't a ringing endorsement for his draft status, but he has not been an offensive-minded player in his NHL career, with 55 points in 278 games.
News:Jeff Woywitka (foot) has been recalled from AHL Connecticut, where he was on a conditioning assignment, the Newsday reports.
Analysis: With six points in 26 games, Jeff Woywitka hasn't made a big fantasy splash this season, but his return will be a nice boost to the Rangers' blue line depth.
News:Jeff Woywitka, who has returned to practice from a foot injury, has been sent down to the AHL for a conditioning assignment, Katie Strang of ESPN reports.
Analysis:Jeff Woywitka hasn't played since January 13, so the Rangers will give the blueliner a chance to find his ice legs in the minors. In 26 games this season, Woywitka has just six points in 10:29 of ice time per game, so the need for him to return isn't urgent.
News:Jeff Woywitka (foot) practiced Monday, Bergen Record writer Andrew Gross reports.
Analysis:Jeff Woywitka hasn't been removed from the IR yet, but his practice presence Monday seems to hint that a Tuesday return isn't out of the question.
News:Jeff Woywitka (foot) has been cleared for contact, Andrew Gross of The Bergen Record reports.
Analysis:Jeff Woywitka is nearing a return, but he will sit out at least one more game with head coach John Tortorella opting to stick with six defensemen for Saturday's game against the Bruins. The Rangers play just once more before the All-Star break, so don't be surprised if Woywitka is held out until February.
Rangers' Woywitka Wears Non-Contact Jersey Tuesday
News:Jeff Woywitka (foot) wore a non-contact jersey in practice Tuesday, the Bergen Record's Andrew Gross reports.
Analysis: This all but rules Jeff Woywitka out of Tuesday's game against Nashville. He isn't much of a fantasy threat when healthy (six points in 26 games), but he appears to be moving closer to a return.
News:Jeff Woywitka (foot) will not travel with the Rangers as they head to Toronto (Saturday) and Montreal (Sunday), Bergen Record writer Andrew Gross reports.
Analysis: The soonest Jeff Woywitka might play, in that case, would be Tuesday against Nashville. He wasn't in practice Friday, though.
News:Jeff Woywitka (foot) was not on ice at practice Friday, the the Rangers' official Twitter feed reports.
Analysis:Jeff Woywitkaw, who picked up an assist in his last game, which was Dec. 30, checks in with six points in 26 games overall, which makes him a marginal fantasy option, especially since he only has eight PIMs on the season.
News:Jeff Woywitka (undisclosed issue) was not on ice at practice Friday, the the Rangers' official Twitter feed reports.
Analysis:Jeff Woywitkaw, who picked up an assist in his last game, which was Dec. 30, checks in with six points in 26 games overall, which makes him a marginal fantasy option, especially since he only has eight PIMs on the season.
News:Jeff Woywitka (ankle) will play in Wednesday's game against the Capitals, according to the Rangers' official Twitter page.
Analysis:Jeff Woywitka will return to action after sitting out the last four games. He will replace Tim Erixon in the Rangers' third defensive pairing.
News:Jeff Woywitka (ankle) proclaimed himself ready to play Tuesday, Andrew Gross of The Bergen Record reports.
Analysis: The Rangers have not announced their lineup for Wednesday's game against the Capitals, but Jeff Woywitka figures to be in it if the coaches determine he is ready to play.
News:Jeff Woywitka (ankle) will not play against the Flyers on Friday, Andrew Gross of the Bergen Record reports.
Analysis: He partook in a team skate Friday morning, but Jeff Woywitka will sit for the third game this week. Tim Erixon should fill in.
News:Jeff Woywitka will all but certainly miss Thursday's game after being hit in the ankle by a puck during the Rangers' morning skate, The Bergen Record reports.
Analysis:Jeff Woywitka was a game-time decision to begin with, but he figures to sit out after limping off the ice Thursday morning. Tim Erixon will take Woywitka's spot in the lineup.
News:Jeff Woywitka (ankle) is a game-time decision for Thursday's tilt against the Islanders, the Rangers' official site reports.
Analysis:Jeff Woywitka was a game-time decision Tuesday night, but he wasn't able to suit up. Tim Erixon, who's dealing with a lower-body injury of his own, will fill in if Woywitka can't play Thursday.
News:Jeff Woywitka (ankle/foot) is a game-time decision for Tuesday's game against New Jersey, Bergen Record writer Andrew Gross reports.
Analysis: Tim Erixon was recalled on an emergency basis in case Jeff Woywitka misses the game. Woywitka is primarily a deep-league consideration, so his presence or absence shouldn't affect much in the fantasy realm.
News:Jeff Woywitka scored his first goal of the year Thursday against Anaheim, the Rangers' lone goal of regulation play in the shootout win.
Analysis: That was just the ninth career goal in 257 games for Jeff Woywitka, who had in fact only been credited with one shot on goal in his five other games this year. With the Rangers having signed Anton Stralman to shore up their blue line, Woywitka needed to show something to stay in the lineup going forward, and he did.
News: After a one-game absence, Jeff Woywitka will return to the starting lineup against the Jets on Monday night, according to Newsday.
Analysis: Coach John Tortorella made it clear he didn't think Jeff Woywitka matched up well against the Oilers' speed, which was the main reason for the healthy scratch. They also took the opportunity to work on his conditioning and bring it up to the level Tortorella insists. Woywitka should get regular playing time, at least until the Rangers' defense gets fully healthy.
News:Jeff Woywitka will be sitting against the Oilers on Saturday night, according to Steve Zipay of Newsday.
Analysis: Coach John Tortorella is looking for answers to the Rangers' sluggish start. By sitting Jeff Woywitka, in favor of Brendan Bell, Tortorella is hoping to add quick and speed.
News:Jeff Woywitka made his debut with the Rangers on Saturday night.
Analysis: He was minus-1 with one shot and one blocked shot in 12:27. His fantasy value is limited to all but the deepest of leagues.
News:Jeff Woywitka will get the start on Saturday versus the Islanders, according to the Bergen Record.
Analysis:Jeff Woywitka, claimed of waivers from the Canadiens at the start of the season, will play his first game for the Rangers. He'll be replacing Michael Sauer (shoulder) in the lineup.
News:Jeff Woywitka will not play in Saturday's game against the Ducks, NHL.com reports.
Analysis:Jeff Woywitka just joined the team Friday, and since he has only participated in one practice, which was not at full speed, he'll be held out for the second straight night.
News: The Rangers claimed Jeff Woywitka off waivers from the Canadiens on Thursday, ESPN.com reports.
Analysis:Jeff Woywitka will provide some depth on the defensive end with with Marc Staal still dealing with concussion symptoms. Woywitka totaled 11 points (2G, 9A) and 24 PIM in 63 games with the Stars last season.
News: The Canadiens have placed Jeff Woywitka on waivers and he will be assigned to AHL Hamilton, if clears waivers at noon Thursday, the Montreal Gazette reports.
Analysis: This means Alexi Yemelin will stick with the Habs as their seventh defenseman.
News:Jeff Woywitka had a goal and two shots on net in Tuesday night's preseason loss to Dallas.
Analysis: The former first-round pick is hoping to stick with the Canadiens as the seventh defenseman, which may be a short-lived job until Andrei Markov (knee) is ready to play.
News: Woywitka has signed a one-year deal with Montreal, James Mirtle of the Globe & Mail reports.
Analysis: He'll add depth on the blue line, and could be a candidate to open the year at Hamilton (AHL) if he's unable to crack the Opening Day roster during training camp.
News: Woywitka (shoulder) was back in the Dallas lineup for Tuesday's loss against Vancouver.
Analysis: He had missed the three games leading up to the break after crashing head first into the boards and injuring his shoulder but was able to skate a full game on Tuesday.
News: Woywitka has been a healthy scratch with the return of Matt Niskanen.
Analysis: Dallas rotates the bottom two spots on the blue line among the group of Woywitka, Niskanen and Mark Fistric and Woywitka's on the outside looking in at the moment.
News: Woywitka could replace Mark Fistric (groin) in the lineup Wednesday against the Senators, as speculated by Mike Heika of the Dallas Morning News.
Analysis: Woywitka should be considered emergency depth when the Stars are short a blueliner, which may be the case on Wednesday.
News: Stars D Jeff Woywitka tallied an assist during Friday's game against the Islanders. It was just his second point of the season. Woywitka also had an assist on Oct. 24.
Analysis: Woywitka found his way to Dallas in the offseason after playing in a career-high 65 games in 2008-09 for St. Louis. Woywitka thought he finally made it as a full-time NHLer, but Dallas has once again buried him on the depth chart. Woywitka has no Fantasy appeal until further notice.
News: The Stars signed free agent defenseman Jeff Woywitka to a two-year, $1.3 million contract Tuesday. "We are pleased to welcome Jeff Woywitka to the Stars organization," Stars GM Joe Nieuwendyk said. "He's gained some solid experience the last few years with St. Louis and we feel he brings valuable depth and stability to our defensive corps."
Analysis: Woywitka registered three goals, 15 assists and 57 penalty minutes in 65 games for the Blues last season -- all personal bests. The 2001 first-round pick finally seemed to be rounding into form and now gets a chance to continue his progress with the Stars. Woywitka remains just a low-end Fantasy flier for the deepest of formats.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Blues D Jeff Woywitka netted his third goal of the season, a power-play goal, with 1.5 seconds remaining in regulation Wednesday against the Blackhawks. It was his first goal since March 14.
Analysis: Woywitka has quietly posted career highs in games (60), goals (3), assists (14) and power-play goals (2). He has had a larger role in 2008-09 due to injuries along St. Louis' blue line. He is still not an offensive whiz, but passes as a low-end Fantasy defenseman in larger formats.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Blues D Jeff Woywitka scored his first goal of the season Wednesday against Chicago, which was his first in 38 games dating back to last season. He tallied an assist Monday ahainst the Bruins and has six points since Dec. 20.
Analysis: Woywitka has seen a fair amount of PT since being recalled from Peoria (AHL) largely because the Blues have holes on the blue line. If Woywitka continues to play well, he will remain in the Blues rotation. However, he is still just a low-end Fantasy option.
News: Blues D Jeff Woywitka tallied an assist and finished at even in 25:42 of ice time Monday against the Bruins. It was his third assist in seven games and fifth since Dec. 20.
Analysis: Woywitka has seen a fair amount of PT since being recalled from Peoria (AHL) largely because the Blues have holes on the blue line. If Woywitka continues to play well, he will remain in the Blues rotation. However, he is still just a low-end Fantasy option.
News: St. Louis defenseman Jeff Woywitka had assists on the goals by David Backes and Brad Boyes during Sunday's 4-2 win against the Thrashers. He has no goals and four assists in eight games since returning from the minors.
Analysis: Woywitka has seen a fair amount of PT since being recalled from Peoria (AHL) largely because the Blues have holes on the blue line. If Woywitka continues to play well, he will remain in the Blues rotation. However, he is still just a low-end Fantasy option.
News: Blues D Jeff Woywitka skated against Chicago Friday after being recalled from Peoria of the AHL earlier in the day. He didn't have a point in 15:01 of ice time and finished at minus-1. He took two penalties and even fought with Brent Seabrook.
Analysis: Woywitka missed the first several weeks of the season recovering from a foot injury. He was sent to the minors for some rehab and is finally back in the NHL. Woywitka has yet to play a full season in the NHL and has limited Fantasy appeal.
News: The St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports that Blues D Jeff Woywitka has cleared waivers and will join Peoria of the AHL.
Analysis: Woywitka was only supposed to battle for one of the lower-end defensive spots with St. Louis. Ignore him in all leagues.
News: The St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports the Blues have put D Jeff Woywitka (foot) on waivers in the hopes of sending him down to Peoria to get some playing time.
Analysis: Woywitka was only supposed to battle for one of the lower-end defensive spots with St. Louis. Ignore him in all leagues.
News: The St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports that Blues D Jeff Woywitka has a cracked bone in his right foot and will miss 4-6 weeks. Woywitka suffered the injury while blocking a shot in Friday's 9-4 preseason victory over Atlanta.
Analysis: Woywitka was battling for one of the lower-end defensive spots with St. Louis, but now he's likely to start the season in the minors. Ignore him in all drafts.
News:The Sports Xchange reports the Blues have four defensive jobs solidified with Barret Jackman, Eric Brewer, Jay McKee and Erik Johnson. Jackman says the battle for the fifth, sixth and seventh spots will be interesting. The candidates are Steve Wagner, Jeff Woywitka, Roman Polak and Jonus Junland.
Analysis: Wagner, Woywitka, Polak and Junland could spend all season shuffling between the NHL and AHL. The fact they will likely be nothing more than lower-pair defenseman also doesn't help their case. It's safe to ignore these players in Fantasy until further notice.
News: The Blues re-signed D Jeff Woywitka to a one-year deal Wednesday. "Jeff will add depth and experience to our young core of defensemen," Blues president John Davidson told NHL.com.
Analysis: Woywitka, 24, split last season with St. Louis and Peoria (AHL). He recorded a career high eight points (two goals, six assists) in 27 games with the Blues. He tallied 30 points (10 goals, 20 assists) in 52 games with the Rivermen. The 6-2, 217-pound defenseman has skated in 87 career NHL games all with St. Louis, collecting 17 points (three goals, 14 assists) along with 49 penalty minutes. He is nothing more than organizational depth and can be ignored in Fantasy.
News: The St. Louis Blues sent defenseman Jeff Woywitka back to the Peoria Rivermen of the AHL on Wednesday.
Analysis: Woywitka is usually the first defenseman summoned if the Blues have an injury among their defensive corps, but avoid him in all Fantasy leagues for now.
News: The Blues have recalled Jeff Woywitka from Peoria of the AHL. Woywitka has 29 points in 50 games for the Rivermen.
Analysis: Woywitka is usually the first defenseman summoned if the Blues have an injury among their defensive corps, but avoid him in all Fantasy leagues for now.
News: The St. Louis Blues assigned Jeff Woywitka to Peoria of the AHL on Wednesday.
Analysis: Woywitka might be the first defenseman summoned if the Blues have an injury among their defensive corps, but avoid him in all Fantasy leagues for now.
News: Jeff Woywitka returned to the Blues' lineup Friday for the first time since being sent to the American Hockey League on Nov. 29. Woywitka, who was acquired in the Chris Pronger trade in August 2005, had 18 assists in 41 games with the Rivermen. "Jeff's been outstanding lately," Peoria coach Dave Baseggio said. "He's skating with the puck and playing with conviction and authority. Defensively, he's sound, and he's really been moving the puck and joining the play. He's been great."
Analysis: Woywitka is not worthy of any Fantasy consideration at this point. It is safe to leave him on waivers.
News: Jeff Woywitka was recalled from Peoria of the AHL on Tuesday.
Analysis: Woywitka was recalled to take the place of Matt Walker (groin), who is sidelined for Tuesday's game at Calgary. Woywitka is not worthy of any Fantasy consideration.
News: Jeff Woywitka was recalled from Peoria of the AHL on Tuesday.
Analysis: Woywitka will replace Barret Jackman (broken jaw - out for the season) on the roster.
News: The St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports Jeff Woywitka has cleared waivers and been sent to Peoria of the AHL.
Analysis: Woywitka might be back at some point, but he has no Fantasy appeal. He was placed on waivers to make room for Simon Gamache.
News: Jeff Woywitka was assigned to Peoria of the AHL on Tuesday.
Analysis: Woywitka might be back at some point, but is not worth any Fantasy consideration.
News: Jeff Woywitka was part of the four-player trade on Tuesday night which sent All-Star Eric Brewer and minor-leaguer Doug Lynch for Chris Pronger.
Analysis: Woywitka was a first-round pick in the 2004 NHL entry draft who came over to Edmonton in the deal for Mike Comrie with Philadelphia. He is a nice prospect who is still worth a look in keeper leagues.
News: Jeff Woywitka, a first-round pick in the 2004 NHL entry draft and a third-rounder in 2005 were traded to Edmonton for the rights to unsigned restricted free agent Mike Comrie.
Analysis: Woywitka is a solid prospect who might be worth adding in larger keepe leagues.
