News:Jim Slater is week-to-week with an upper body injury, the Winnipeg Free Press reports.
Analysis:Jim Slater was injured during the Jets' loss to the Maple Leafs on Tuesday, and there are rumors swirling that he has a broken hand, although that has not been confirmed. The Jets called up Patrice Cormier from AHL St. Johns to take Slater's place.
News:Jim Slater picked up an assist on Chris Thorburn's first period goal during Monday's 2-1 loss to the Boston Bruins,
Analysis:Jim Slater is considered more of a grinder rather than a consistent source of fantasy production, so his helper on Monday is a rare ink blot on the score sheet. The Jets' top young guns and Slater's 122 points in 451 career games make him no better than a free agent floater fantasy wise.
News:Jim Slater agreed to a three-year, $4.8 million contract extension with the Jets on Wednesday, ESPN's Pierre LeBrun reports.
Analysis:Jim Slater picked up 13 goals and eight assists in a career-high 78 games with the Jets last season. Expect him to center one of the Jets' reserve lines again when the new campaign kicks off.
Winnipeg's Slater To Represent USA At World Championships
News:Jim Slater will don the "USA" sweater in May at the IIHF's upcoming World Championships, TSN's Sara Orlesky reports.
Analysis:Jim Slater had one of his most offensively productive seasons in 2012 and finished the year by recording three points in his last two games. With any luck, he can maintain that momentum when he takes his game to the international stage.
News:Jim Slater netted two of Winnipeg's three goals in an overtime loss to the visiting Lightning on Saturday night. The 29-year-old finished the season with 13 scores in all.
Analysis: When it came to ice time in 2011-12, Jim Slater was admirable in his ability to do more with less. Nonetheless, a forward outside of the Jets' top two units is a hard sell for fantasy purposes.
News:Jim Slater buried his 11th score of the year Friday night in Carolina as the Jets defeated their divisional rivals in overtime, 4-3.
Analysis: Now with 18 points on the season, Jim Slater is a safe bet for 15-20 in that column each year moving forward.
News:Jim Slater recorded his 10th score of the year Tuesday night as the Jets came up short against the Penguins by a final score of 4-8.
Analysis: Though Jim Slater along with teammates Tanner Glass and Chris Thorburn constitute the fan-favorite "GST" (Glass, Slater, Thorburn) line in Winnipeg, the former first-round selection is slightly less adored in fantasy circles. The Michigan native has accumulated just 16 points in 69 games played, not to mention a minus-11 rating on the year.
News:Jim Slater notched his eighth goal on the year just 49 seconds into Monday's game in Ottawa, helping the Jets to a 2-0 victory.
Analysis: Though Jim Slater will give you a productive night here or there, he is a long way from fantasy relevance. Unless head coach Claude Noel permanently moves him to one of Winnipeg's first two offensive units, the American veteran is an unlikely candidate to surpass 30 points this season, or make a significant impact in any other category.
News:Jim Slater will return to the lineup Wednesday after missing the last two games due to an upper body injury, TSN.ca reports.
Analysis: He'll slot in on the third line, centering Tanner Glass and Antti Miettinen, as the Jets take on the Canadiens.
News:Jim Slater (ribs) has been feeling better in practice and will likely return to the Jets' lineup Wednesday against the Canadiens, The Winnipeg Free Press reports.
Analysis: The Jets would not have re-assigned forward Patrice Cormier back to the club's AHL affiliate if were they not confident that Jim Slater would make his return soon. Barring any unforeseen setbacks, Slater will be ready to go Wednesday, though he should be utilized only in the deepest of leagues.
News:Jim Slater, out with ribs/oblique injuries, took part in Friday's practice, the Winnipeg Sun reports.
Analysis:Jim Slater said he is improving, so he may return after a one-game absence. However, his status for Saturday's matchup with the Maple Leafs will not be determined until game time.
News:Jim Slater (undisclosed) is a game-time decision for Thursday's game against Los Angeles, TSN.ca reports.
Analysis: It's not clear what Jim Slater is dealing with. If he's out, in any case, he'll be replaced by Patrice Cormier.
News:Jim Slater notched his fifth goal of the season in the Jets' 3-2 overtime loss to New Jersey.
Analysis:Jim Slater grabbed the tying goal late in the third period and has five goals in 11 games but he has no assists. Slater can't be relied upon for consistent production.
News: Head coach Claude Noel said Jim Slater (undisclosed) will play in Thursday's game against the Flyers, Ken Wiebe of the Winnipeg Sun reports.
Analysis:Jim Slater will return to action after sitting out the Jets' last game Monday. Expect him to be back in in the center spot on the team's third line.
News:Jim Slater (undisclosed) will likely miss Monday's game against the Rangers, Ken Wiebe of the Winnipeg Sun reports.
Analysis: Bex Maxwell is expected to replace him in the lineup, while Jim Slater remains day-to-day after crashing into the boards Saturday.
News:Jim Slater left Saturday's game after crashing into the end boards and did not return, TSN.ca reports.
Analysis:Jim Slater is not a big scorer by any means, but the Jets don't run super deep so his loss would still matter on the team level. Slater did pot his third goal of the season before departing, making him an unlikely source to be tied for the team lead with Kyle Wellwood.
News:Jim Slater (flu) returned to the ice Friday and should play Saturday, Ken Wiebe of the Winnipeg Sun reports.
Analysis: He's a depth guy on a struggling team, which says everything you need to know about the degree to which he can help your fantasy team.
News:Jim Slater (flu) could miss Thursday night's game against Ottawa, the Winnipeg Free Press reports.
Analysis:Jim Slater should be fine by the time Winnipeg takes on Carolina on Saturday. The veteran forward has never put up more than 20 points in a season and should only be used as end-of-the-bench depth in deeper leagues.
News:Jim Slater scored two goals in the Jets' 4-3 loss at Chicago on Thursday.
Analysis: Both of Jim Slater's goals came off of deflections early in the game. They came in quick succession and were deflected off shots by defensemen. The Jets' defense has no shortage of offensive prowess, so any center on the roster should be in position to add a few deflection goals. At 30 years old, Slater isn't going to be a reliable option in fantasy and probably isn't worth more than a bench spot in deep leagues as insurance.
News:Jim Slater will play Sunday against the Canadiens, his first game action since sustaining a concussion last New Year's Eve, the Winnipeg Sun reports.
Analysis:Jim Slater returns in the first game of the season for the reborn Jets. He'll reportedly line up with Tanner Glass and Chris Thorburn on the energy line, otherwise known as the fourth line. His fantasy value is limited at best, but Slater is a checking forward who could rev up the home crowd once he shakes off any rust left over from the injury.
News: Slater (concussion) will not play for the remainder of the season, Chris Vivlamore of the Atlanta Journal Constitution reports.
Analysis: Slater, who was been out since Dec. 31 with a concussion, will be shut down for the remainder of the season. He finishes 2010-11 with five goals and seven assists in 36 games.
News: Slater (concussion) will not play on Thursday against the Islanders, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.
Analysis: Slater has yet to suit up in a game in 2011 and he likely won't be back this season.
News: Slater (concussion) is out for at least another month, Chris Vivlamore of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.
Analysis: To this point, he's been limited to light bike rides, so we'd be surprised to see Slater make it back into the lineup before the end of the season.
News: There is currently no timetable for Slater's (concussion) return to the ice, Chris Vivlamore of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.
Analysis: Slater did not play at all in January, but he still does not appear any closer to a return. Slater remains out indefinitely.
News: Slater (concussion) will not play on Wednesday against Washington, the Atlanta Journal Constitution reports.
Analysis: Nothing major in terms of fantasy news here, the Thrashers have many players to choose from and Slater is not high up on the depth chart in terms of consistent scoring.
News: Slater (concussion) will not play Thursday against the Lightning, the Atlanta Journal Constitution reports.
Analysis: With 12 points and 19 PIMs in 36 games though, Slater's absence is more of a hit to the Thrashers' depth up front than it is to fantasy owners.
News: Slater sat out Wednesday's practice and is still recovering from a concussion, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.
Analysis: Slater has little impact fantasy wise since the Thrashers have so much more young talent ahead of him, so don't be too worried about his status as it relates to your lineup.
News: Slater (concussion) will not play Sunday against Carolina, Thrashers radio announcer Dan Kamal reports.
Analysis: Slater has missed about a week with his concussion and remains day-to-day. After Sunday's game, the Thrashers are off until Friday against Philadelphia.
News: Slater (concussion) will not play Friday against Toronto, Ben Wright of the Thrashers' official site reports.
Analysis: Slater has missed a week since his concussion and remains day-to-day.
News: Slater has a concussion and will not play Sunday against Montreal, Ben Wright of the Blueland Blog reports.
Analysis: Consider him day-to-day for now, but his contributions to the scoresheet are minimal and his ownership in fantasy pools neighbors zero.
News: Slater put the Thrashers up by two in the first period of Thursday's game versus Minnesota, shoveling a rebound into the net on a Dustin Byfuglien point shot.
Analysis: Slater contributes every once in a while, but he is not a consistent fantasy player in the least.
Slater Gets Second Point of the Season Wednesday As Thrashers Beat Panthers.
News: Dustin Byfuglien wired a one timer past Panthers goalie Tomas Vokoun midway through the third period after Slater cleanly won the offensive zone faceoff.
Analysis: The helper was just the second point of the season for Slater, and his first since coming back from a wrist injury.
News: Slater (wrist) was activated by the Thrashers on Friday, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.
Analysis: Expect Slater to center one of the Thrashers' bottom lines in Friday's game against the Ducks.
News: Slater has been listed on the team's injured reserve list since October 6 with a wrist injury and will come off in time to play Friday against the Ducks, the Atlanta Journal Constitution reports.
Analysis: Slater practiced on a line with Frederik Modin and Nigel Dawes this week, so it looks like Slater will be playing alongside size and skill to start with.
News: Slater (wrist) was placed on injured reserve Wednesday, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.
Analysis: It's unclear how long Slater will be out, but he will not be on the roster for the beginning of the season.
News: Slater (wrist) skated in practice Thursday, but did not take part in team drills, Chris Vivlamore of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.
Analysis: Slater's status for the season opener is still up in the air. His potential absence hurts the Thrashers more than it does fantasy owners on the heels of his 18-point output in 61 games last season.
Thrashers Unsure of Exact Nature of Slater's Injury
News: Slater's wrist injury may be more serious than originally thought, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.
Analysis: "They are still trying to figure out exactly what is wrong with it," coach Craig Ramsey said. "So far there have been some different ideas about what is wrong. He doesn't want to rush into anything too. He wants to make sure it's done right." Slater's injury has left the Thrashers a little thin at center, and they still have no timetable on when they might have him back.
Thrashers' Slater (Wrist) Takes Part in Skating Drills
News: Slater took part in skating drills on Monday after sustaining a wrist injury last week, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.
Analysis: Slater is considered day-to-day with the injury, so we will continue to monitor his status throughout preseason. He had a career-high 11 goals last season.
News: Thrashers C Jim Slater (lower body injury) left in the first period of Saturday's win over the Penguins and didn't return.
Analysis: Slater has never topped 20 points in five NHL seasons and doesn't rack up a whole lot of penalties. He remains a non-factor in Fantasy play when healthy.
News:Jim Slater's second goal of the game snapped a tie and lifted Atlanta to a 4-3 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers on Thursday. Evander Kane skated down the left side, went around the net and placed a perfect pass on Slater's stick. Slater slipped it in for a 4-3 lead with 6:32. Kane and Slater hooked up on a similar play to put Atlanta up 1-0 late in the first.
Analysis: We are not sure what has changed for Slater in January, but he definitely has a fire lit underneath him. He has totaled six goals, nine points and a plus-3 rating in 14 games. He is finally getting steady minutes and producing. Still, Fantasy owners can't view Slater as more than a low-end Fantasy flier because he is playing mostly off a checking line and is logging no power-play time.
News:The Sports Xchange reports for the last couple of months, Thrashers C Jim Slater was never quite sure if he was going to play or be scratched from the lineup. Yet the veteran center never complained or became a distraction to the team. Because of that, it's even nicer now to see Slater get rewarded for his patience. With a goal and an assist in Saturday's win over the Hurricanes -- the 300th game of Slater's career, Slater not has six points (four goals, two assists) in the last six games.
Analysis: While it's nice for Slater that he is finally being worked into the mix, he is still not logging top-six time. He might be the shining example of a team player, but that doesn't cut it in Fantasy. This is one of those situations where nice guys do finish last. Slater still has marginal Fantasy appeal.
News: Thrashers C Jim Slater scored his team's only goals and finished at plus-2 during a 5-2 loss to the Penguins on Tuesday. Slater scored his second and third goals of the season about 13 minutes apart in the second period. Slater had one goal in 20 games before getting both Atlanta goals. He cut the Penguins' lead to 3-2 when he stole Sidney Crosby's backhand pass from the corner and beat goalie Brent Johnson from the slot at 16:14 of the second, but the Penguins scored the only two goals of the third.
Analysis: Slater has all three of his points in his last eight games. However, even a blind squirrel finds an acorn every now and then. Slater sometimes doesn't even dress for Atlanta. He has no Fantasy appeal until further notice.
News:The Sports Xchange reports if Atlanta coach John Anderson put Jim Slater back in the lineup to generate some more hits, his mission was accomplished in Wednesday's game against the Flames. In the first period alone, Slater leveled several Calgary players, including Rene Bourque and hulking center Olli Jokinen. Slater led all players with four hits in the game, his first since Nov. 27.
Analysis: The Thrashers don't ask much of Slater except to play hard on defense when active. He has only dressed for 12 games this season and has no points. Atlanta has a pretty stable set of forwards, so until Slater becomes more well-rounded, he is going to find it hard to crack the lineup. He has no Fantasy appeal until further notice.
News: The Thrashers re-signed free-agent center Jim Slater Wednesday. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
Analysis: Slater has recorded 70 points (31 goals) in 274 career NHL games in four seasons with the Thrashers. He had 18 points (eight goals) in 60 games last season and ranked second on the team with a career-high tying two shorthanded goals, despite missing a total of 20 games due to injury. Slater is not a top offensive player and is mostly used on the lower lines as a faceoff and short-handed specialist. He has low-end Fantasy appeal in standard leagues, while also being a potential flier in leagues that reward heavily for short-handed and faceoff stats.
News: Thrashers C Jim Slater scored a goal during Sunday's 6-4 loss to the Capitals. Slater put the Thrashers ahead 2-1 1:23 into the second as he beat Jose Theodore during a short-handed situation. It was Slater's eighth goal and second short-handed score.
Analysis: Slater has pretty much been par for the course in 2008-09 as far as stats are concerned. He is certainly a player that is far more valuable to his real team than Fantasy owners, but Slater does pass as a viable option in leagues that reward heavily for short-handed stats.
News: Atlanta C Jim Slater returned to the Thrashers lineup on Thursday against the Rangers. He did not record an offensive stat but took five shots.
Analysis: Slater has been decent on the energy line for the Thrashers this season but does not do enough to be effective in Fantasy play. Continue ignoring him.
News: Thrashers C Jim Slater (shoulder) was held out Tuesday against the Canadiens. He has missed the last five games and remains questionable heading into Thursday against the Rangers.
Analysis: Slater was out the entire month of February with a shoulder injury and hasn't played much since January due to injury. Slater has been a quality option for the Thrashers in 2008-09 as an energy-line player, but he is not an elite offensive weapon and has minimal Fantasy value when healthy.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Atlanta center Jim Slater is slowly working his way back to the Thrashers' lineup after suffering a head injury last week. Slater participated in the team's morning skate before Saturday's meeting with the Lightning but didn't dress for the game. He has missed the last four games.
Analysis: Slater was out the entire month of February with a shoulder injury and hasn't played much since January due to injury. Slater has been a quality option for the Thrashers in 2008-09 as an energy-line player, but he is not an elite offensive weapon and has minimal Fantasy value when healthy.
News: Atlanta C Jim Slater was unable to play against the Lightning on Saturday because of a shoulder injury. He remains questionable for Tuesday's game at Montreal.
Analysis: Slater was on a nice little roll in late February and early March, but didn't do enough to make him a relevant Fantasy option. Slater has been a quality option for the Thrashers in 2008-09 as an energy-line player, but he is not an elite offensive weapon and has minimal Fantasy value when healthy.
News: Thrashers C Jim Slater was activated from injured reserve Tuesday and returned to the lineup against the Panthers after missing 15 games with a shoulder injury. He made an immediate impact by scoring in 9:41 of ice time and taking a two-minute penalty. Slater scored at 6:38 of the first period for a 2-1 Atlanta lead. He has two goals and one assist during a three-game point streak.
Analysis: Slater has four goals and three assists in his last 11 games. It has been one of his most productive stretches of the season and it didn't look as though he missed a beat after missing several weeks due to injury. Slater has been a quality option for the Thrashers in 2008-09 as an energy-line player. Still, he is not an elite offensive weapon and has minimal Fantasy value when healthy.
News:The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports Thrashers C Jim Slater practiced Monday for the first time since injuring his shoulder Jan. 20. "It actually felt good," Slater said. "First time out there with the guys. Finally got to pass the puck a little bit and receive good passes. With one guy out there (the past couple of weeks), you can only do so many drills. It's good to be out there with the guys. You can do a lot of different drills, especially with goalies out there. I don't think I'm ready yet. I'm hoping by the end of this week. It's a lot different once you get in a game. I feel good. It's coach's discretion, but hopefully by the end of the week I'll be looked at."
Analysis: Coach John Anderson said he liked what he saw from the veteran forward. "It's just a conditioning thing," Anderson said. "He’s been cleared by the doctors. We'll play it by ear and see how I feel about his conditioning. He usually in good shape all the time anyway. Maybe (he'll play) by the weekend or just after." Slater has been a quality option for the Thrashers in 2008-09 as an energy-line player. Still, he is not an elite offensive weapon and has minimal Fantasy value when healthy.
News:The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports the Thrashers activated defenseman Garnet Exelby off injured reserve Monday as Jim Slater took his place on IR. Slater injured his shoulder on Jan. 20. His moved to injured reserved is retroactive to Jan. 21.
Analysis: Slater has missed four games since injuring his shoulder, but could come off IR at any time. Slater has been a quality option for the Thrashers in 2008-09 as an energy-line player. Still, he is not an elite offensive weapon and has minimal Fantasy value when healthy.
News: Thrashers C Jim Slater did not dress Saturday against the Hurricanes because of a shoulder injury. He has missed the last four games and remains questionable heading into Tuesday at the Rangers.
Analysis: Slater has been a quality option for the Thrashers in 2008-09 as an energy-line player. Still, he is not an elite offensive weapon and has minimal Fantasy value when healthy.
News: Thrashers C Jim Slater did not dress Thursday against the Islanders because of a shoulder injury. He has missed the last three games and remains questionable heading into Saturday at Carolina.
Analysis: Slater has been a quality option for the Thrashers in 2008-09 as an energy-line player. Still, he is not an elite offensive weapon and has minimal Fantasy value when healthy.
News: Thrashers C Jim Slater did not dress Tuesday against the Stars because of a shoulder injury. He has missed the last two games and remains questionable heading into Thursday against the Islanders.
Analysis: Slater has been a quality option for the Thrashers in 2008-09 as an energy-line player. Still, he is not an elite offensive weapon and has minimal Fantasy value when healthy.
News: Altanta C Jim Slater missed his first game with a shoulder injury he sustained on Tuesday against the Canadiens. He is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game at Dallas after the All-Star Break.
Analysis: Slater is on the Thrashers for his checking presence, not for his offensive abilities. Leave him on waivers even when he returns from this injury.
News: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports that Thrashers C Jim Slater is day-to-day with a bruised shoulder sustained Tuesday vs. Montreal.
Analysis: Slater just scored his fifth goal Saturday against the Predators and has managed four points in his last six games. While he is having a nice offensive run, Slater is just a lower-line forward in Atlanta and penalty killer. He is best used in Fantasy leagues that reward heavily for PIM, when healthy.
News: Thrashers C Jim Slater didn't return Tuesday against the Canadiens after a shoulder injury in the first period. He did get an assist on Chris Thorburn's first-period goal before exiting the lineup after just 2:05 of ice time.
Analysis: Slater just scored his fifth goal Saturday against the Predators and has managed four points in his last six games. While he is having a nice offensive run, Slater is just a lower-line forward in Atlanta and penalty killer. He is best used in Fantasy leagues that reward heavily for PIM.
News: Thrashers C Jim Slater claimed his fifth goal of the season in Saturday's win over the Predators.
Analysis: Slater has 13 points for the Thrashers as he is mostly on the ice for his checking presence. He is not worth owning in Fantasy at the moment.
News: Thrashers C Jim Slater scored his fourth goal in a 4-0 win over New Jersey on Thursday. Slater also has seven assists on the year.
Analysis: Slater has 11 points for the Thrashers as he is mostly on the ice for his checking presence. He is not worth owning in Fantasy at the moment.
News: Thrashers C Jim Slater returned to the lineup Friday against the Canucks after missing one game with general body soreness. He didn't record a point in 12:51 of ice time and spent two minutes in the penalty box.
Analysis: Slater has contributed nine points this season for the Thrashers, but he is still just a lower-line forward and more of a checking presence. He is best used in Fantasy leagues that reward heavily for short-handed stats when healthy.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Thrashers RW Jim Slater sat out Wednesday's game against Carolina with what the team called "bumps and bruises." He is listed as day-to-day and questionable for Friday against the Canucks.
Analysis: Slater has contributed nine points this season for the Thrashers, but he is still just a lower-line forward and more of a checking presence. He is best used in Fantasy leagues that reward heavily for short-handed stats when healthy.
News: Thrashers C Jim Slater scored his third goal of the season Tuesday against the Maple Leafs. Slater made it 2-0 when he took a brilliant touch pass from Joey Crabb at the blue line, walked in on Curtis Joseph and had his rebound trickle just past the goal line. It was his first goal since Nov. 20.
Analysis: Slater has contributed nine points this season for the Thrashers, but he is still just a lower-line forward and more of a checking presence. He is best used in Fantasy leagues that reward heavily for short-handed stats.
News: Thrashers C Jim Slater scored a goal and finished at plus-1 in 9:08 of ice time Thursday against the Penguins. Slater made it 2-2 with his second goal, a wide wraparound from the right side 13:48 into the second period. It was his first goal in 11 games.
Analysis: Slater is still not on one of the top lines for the Thrashers and unless that changes, he'll get too few chances to contribute in Fantasy. Leave him on the waiver wire despite the goal.
News: Thrashers C Jim Slater took just one shot in Friday's game at Detroit, resulting in his first goal of the season. He finished the game with an even plus/minus rating in 10:36 of ice time.
Analysis: Slater is still not on one of the top lines for the Thrashers and unless that changes, he'll get too few chances to contribute in Fantasy. Leave him on the waiver wire despite the goal.
News: The Thrashers carried a 3-1 lead into the third period on the strength of Jim Slater's first two-goal game in the NHL, but the Capitals scored four unanswered goals in the third period for a 5-3 win Friday. Slater gave Atlanta the lead with a short-handed goal at 7:57, taking a pass from Eric Perrin and skating in on a breakaway against Cristobal Huet.
Analysis: Slater, the third-year center who plays mainly on a checking line and serves as a penalty-killer, has 21 career goals in 209 NHL games. He scored his second of the game at 16:06, knocking a shot from the left side past Huet as he was falling down.
News:The Sports Xchange reports that Thrashers C Jim Slater continues to develop into one of Atlanta's best defensive forwards. He scored for the second straight game and has four goals in his past 15 games.
Analysis: Unfortunately for Slater, defensive forwards are not much use in Fantasy play. Continue to ignore him.
News: Thrashers C Jim Slater scored his fourth goal of the season Sunday against the Penguins as he snuck a slap shot past Marc-Andre Fleury at 14:25 of the first period. He has now scored in two straight games.
Analysis: Slater hadn't recorded a point in 11 straight games before scoring Saturday against the Bruins. In fact, his last four points have come as he scored goals in consecutive games. He is a lower line center for the Thrashers, and despite the recent outburst, has little to no Fantasy value.
News:Jim Slater has scored two goals in two games after having none in Atlanta's first 52 games this season. His contribution helped the Thrashers to a 5-4 win in the shootout.
Analysis: Slater has now registered 17 goals and 29 assists in 186 NHL games with the Thrashers since his rookie season of 2005-06. He was selected by the Thrashers in the first round, 30th overall, in the 2002 NHL Entry Draft. Slater can be left off Fantasy rosters until he gets something going up with the big team.
News: Thrashers C Jim Slater scored his first goal of the season Wednesday making his contribution in a 4-1 win over the Penguins. The 6-0, 195-pound center has appeared in 40 games for the Thrashers this season, also recording five assists and 25 penalty minutes.
Analysis: Slater has now registered 16 goals and 29 assists in 185 NHL games with the Thrashers since his rookie season of 2005-06. He was selected by the Thrashers in the first round, 30th overall, in the 2002 NHL Entry Draft. Slater can be left off Fantasy rosters until he gets something going up with the big team.
News: Thrashers C Jim Slater returned to the lineup Thursday after missing 13 games due to a lower body injury. Slater played 10 minutes and had two hits. The 6-0, 195-pound center has appeared in 39 games now for the Thrashers this season, recording five assists and 25 penalty minutes.
Analysis: Slater has registered 15 goals and 29 assists in 184 NHL games with the Thrashers since his rookie season of 2005-06. He was selected by the Thrashers in the first round, 30th overall, in the 2002 NHL Entry Draft. Slater can be left off Fantasy rosters until he gets something going up with the big team.
News: The Atlanta Thrashers recalled forward Jim Slater from the Chicago Wolves of the American Hockey League on Wednesday. The 25-year-old Slater was assigned to the Wolves for conditioning on Jan. 16 after missing nine games with a lower-body injury, dating back to Dec. 29. Slater has appeared in three games, earning a plus-one rating, during his assignment with the Wolves. The 6-0, 195-pound center has appeared in 38 games for the Thrashers this season, recording five assists and 25 penalty minutes.
Analysis: Slater has registered 15 goals and 29 assists in 183 NHL games with the Thrashers since his rookie season of 2005-06. He was selected by the Thrashers in the first round, 30th overall, in the 2002 NHL Entry Draft. Slater can be left off Fantasy rosters until he gets something going up with the big team.
News: The Atlanta Thrashers have assigned Jim Slater to the Chicago Wolves of the American Hockey League for conditioning on Wednesday. Slater, 25, has missed the last nine games, dating back to Dec. 29, with a lower-body injury.
Analysis: In 38 games with the Thrashers this season, he has recorded five assists and 25 penalty minutes. Slater has 15 goals and 29 assists in 183 NHL games with Atlanta where he was selected in the first round in 2002. He can be left off Fantasy rosters until further notice.
News: Thrashers C Jim Slater (lower body) was held out of Tuesday's lineup against the Red Wings. He has now missed the last nine games and remains questionable for Thursday against the Canadiens.
Analysis: The Thrashers are hardly missing Slater's absence as he plays less than 10 minutes per game when healthy. He can be left off Fantasy rosters until further notice. He has only five assists in 38 games.
News: Thrashers C Jim Slater (illness) was not in the lineup Thursday against the Panthers. He has now missed the last seven games and remains questionable heading into Saturday's game against the Penguins.
Analysis: Slater, who has been a disappointment with only five assists in 38 games this season, is skating less than 10 minutes per game and is just not a big part of the Thrashers' offensive plan at this time. He can be left off Fantasy rosters.
News: Thrashers C Jim Slater (illness) failed to play Tuesday against the Flyers. He has now missed the last six games and remains questionable heading into Thursday against the Panthers.
Analysis: Slater, who has been a disappointment with only five assists in 38 games this season, is skating less than 10 minutes per game and is just not a big part of the Thrashers' offensive plan at this time. He can be left off Fantasy rosters.
News: Thrashers C Jim Slater (illness) did not make it back onto the ice Saturday against the Sabres. He has now missed the last five games and remains questionable heading into Tuesday against the Flyers.
Analysis: Slater, who has been a disappointment with only five assists in 38 games this season, is skating less than 10 minutes per game and is just not a big part of the Thrashers' offensive plan at this time. He can be left off Fantasy rosters.
News: Thrashers C Jim Slater (illness) did not make it back onto the ice Friday against the Hurricanes. He has now missed the last four games and remains questionable heading into Sunday against the Sabres.
Analysis: Slater, who has been a disappointment with only five assists in 38 games this season, is skating less than 10 minutes per game and is just not a big part of the Thrashers' offensive plan at this time. He can be left off Fantasy rosters.
News: Thrashers C Jim Slater (illness) did not make it back onto the ice Wednesday against the Hurricanes. He has now missed the last three games.
Analysis: Slater, who has been a disappointment with only five assists in 38 games this season, is skating less than 10 minutes per game and is just not a big part of the Thrashers' offensive plan at this time. He can be left off Fantasy rosters.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Thrashers C Jim Slater, who had been a disappointment with only five assists in 38 games this season, was scratched for the second consecutive game in Monday's loss Boston. Interim coach Don Waddell said Slater is battling a "sickness."
Analysis: Slater is skating less than 10 minutes per game and is just not a big part of the Thrashers' offensive plan at this time. He can be left off Fantasy rosters.
News: Thrashers C Jim Slater tallied two assists and a plus-2 rating during Friday's game against the Rangers. Three of his four assists this season have come in the last four games.
Analysis: Slater is skating less than 10 minutes per game and is just not a big part of the Thrashers' offensive plan at this time. He can be left off Fantasy rosters.
News: Atlanta C Jim Slater and D Steve McCarthy were healthy scratches for Thursday's game at Philadelphia.
Analysis: Slater has minimal Fantasy appeal when he is in the lineup, but absolutely none while in the press box.
News: Jim Slater picked up an assist and plus-1 rating in just 7:26 of ice time in Tuesday’s shootout loss against the Sabres.
Analysis: Slater does not log enough ice time to warrant Fantasy consideration in all but the largest of formats.
News: D Niclas Havelid, C Niko Kapanen, RW Glen Metropolit, C Jim Slater and RW J.P. Vigier were all scoreless with one shot on goal in Friday's loss at New Jersey.
Analysis: Slater is only worth a spot as a reserve in Fantasy leagues of 14 or more teams at this point.
News: Thrashers C Jim Slater was back in the starting lineup on Saturday after missing four games with a sore foot. He played for 9:10 and finished with an even rating.
Analysis: It appears safe to activate Slater, but he is not a recommended Fantasy option at this time.
News: Jim Slater (foot) missed his third straight game on Thursday at Tampa Bay.
Analysis: Slater remains day to day. When healthy, he is not a recommended Fantasy option.
News: Jim Slater (foot) was unable to play in Tuesday's game at Toronto.
Analysis: Slater is considered day to day. Even when healthy, he has very little Fantasy appeal.
News: Thrashers C Jim Slater missed Saturday's game against the Panthers with an apparent foot injury.
Analysis: Keep Slater reserved in all Fantasy formats until he returns and proves his health.
News: Bobby Holik, Niko Kapanen, Glen Metropolit and Jim Slater were all scoreless in Thursday's game against the Capitals.
Analysis: Only Holik is considered useful in most Fantasy leagues, while the others are only worth a look in the largest of formats.
News: Centers Glen Metropolit and Jim Slater are still searching for ways to earn playing time from Thrashers coach Bob Hartley.
Analysis: Metropolit, who played a team-low 7:46 in Atlanta's opening-night shootout loss to Tampa Bay, touched the ice just 12 times for a total of 9:58 against Florida. Slater played 17 seconds fewer over 16 shifts. Neither is worth owning in Fantasy play right now.
News: Niko Kapanen is centering the team's third line consisting of Scott Mellanby and Jim Slater. Mellanby and Slater each posted an assist, plus-1 rating and two shots on goal in Saturday's game at Florida.
Analysis: The triumvirate is not all that attractive from a Fantasy perspective. Each of the players are only worth consideration in the largest of leagues at this point.
News: Garnet Exelby, Brad Larsen, Glen Metropolit, Jim Slater and J.P. Vigier opened the season on Thursday at Tampa Bay by going scoreless.
Analysis: Only Exelby is worth a look in the largest of Fantasy leagues which heavily reward penalty minutes. Avoid the others in all formats.
News: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports that Ilya Kovalchuk has been demoted to the third line. He practiced Thursday with C Serge Aubin and RW Jim Slater. Head coach Bob Hartley said he would remain there at Florida Friday. "Kovy is our franchise player and Kovy is only 22 years old," Hartley said. "We have to make him better. Some of the stuff he does hurts us."
Analysis: Kovalchuk's defensive lapses are more noticeable now that he's goal-less in his past five games. He got called for an illegal stick in his last game out, but Hartley called that "a peanut in an elephant's stomach." Peter Bondra took Kovalchuk's spot on the top line with Marc Savard and Scott Mellanby. Kovalchuk remains the league's leading scorer, so don't go all Bob Hartley on him and demote him to your bench. This hurts Savard a bit, since teams will be able to concentrate on him a little more. Don't expect it to be a permanent move though. Bondra should receive a boost in value on the top line. Aubin could pick up a couple assists over the next few games playing with Kovalchuk. Slater still isn't worth owning just yet.
News: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports that rookie center Jim Slater was scratched for the second time this year Tuesday.
Analysis: Slater has one point and one assists in his past nine games. He's not worth owning just yet.
News: Jim Slater scored a goal at Carolina on Wednesday with a plus-1 rating in 8:33 of ice time.
Analysis: Slater has scored three goals in the past nine games, but he sees very little ice time and does not score consistently enough to warrant any Fantasy consideration.
News: Jim Slater has three goals and five assists through his first 24 games with the Thrashers in this, his first season in the NHL.
Analysis: Slater has no Fantasy value.
News: Jim Slater was assigned to Chicago of the AHL on Thursday.
Analysis: Slater was returned to the minors so the team can recall a goaltender to backup Mike Dunham.
