News:Mark Streit had two goals and an assist in the Game 4 win over Pittsburgh on Tuesday.
Analysis: During the game it was announced that his first goal was actually tipped in by John Tavares, but for now, the goal is still being credited to Mark Streit. He'll pick up an assist even if he loses the tally.
News:Mark Streit had two assists to help the Islanders tie their series against Pittsburgh at one all.
Analysis:Mark Streit may no longer be an asset in the defensive zone but he is still a top notch offensive d-man.
News:Mark Streit had a goal and an assist as the Islanders defeated the Panthers 5-2 on Tuesday.
Analysis:Mark Streit is no longer the defensive player he once was, as his minus-14 suggests, but he is still a force offensively and is the point man on what can be a dangerous power play at times.
News:Mark Streit, who left this past Thursday's game in the third period after taking a hit to the face, saw 19:36 worth of ice time in Saturday's loss to the Rangers.
Analysis:Mark Streit's 23 points in 42 games to date give him some fantasy value, though his minus-15 rating is a downer for those in formats where that category is factored in. Last season with the Isles, Streit recorded 47 points in 82 games, with a minus-15 rating.
News:Mark Streit had two helpers in a 2-1 win over Boston on Thursday, but did leave the game in the third period after taking a hit to the face.
Analysis: The facial injury is probably not a big deal, but we'll call him day-to-day for now. Mark Streit can no longer be relied on to be a shutdown defender, but there's nothing wrong with his offensive game. It'll be interesting to see whether he and the Isles will be able to work out a contract extension this offseason.
Isles' Streit Has Two Assists In Win Over Winnipeg
News:Mark Streit had two assists in a 5-2 victory over the Jets on Tuesday.
Analysis: The bigger news with Mark Streit is that negotiations seem to have broken down between him and the club regarding contract negotiations. This would seem to increase the likelihood that he gets dealt before the deadline Wednesday, as it would be a big mistake for the Isles to see Streit leave in the offseason without them getting anything in return, especially when they could command a small ransom for his services. Every team in the playoff hunt would like a veteran d-man who can move the puck, and the Isles could always look to sign him in the offseason once again.
News:Mark Streit and the Islanders have yet to come to agreement on a new contract, according to Newsday's Arthur Staple.
Analysis: This puts the Isles in a tough spot if they are unable to come to an agreement by the trade deadline tomorrow. They would like to re-sign Mark Streit, he would like to stay, and the team is in a playoff push and need his services, but he could also command a very good trade package, and the Isles can ill afford to let him walk away for nothing in free agency this offseason. Best guess is this contract will get done.
News:Mark Streit and the Islanders are said to be close to a contract extension, according to Newsday.
Analysis: The Islanders just signed Lubomir Visnovsky to an extension and would like to do the same with Mark Streit. If they are unable to do a deal by the trade deadline on Wednesday, then it would make the most sense to deal him rather than risk losing him for nothing in free agency. Streit wants to stay on Long Island and the Isles need d-men, would be an upset if a contract agreement did not get completed.
News:Mark Streit and the Islanders are thought to be in contract negotiations, according to the Islanders Point Blank.
Analysis:Mark Streit is in the final year of a five-year $20.5 million deal and could certainly fetch a solid trade package at the trade deadline if the Islanders decide to go that route, but in the end, they know they need as many capable defensemen as possible and will look to keep Streit on a two or three year deal.
News:Mark Streit scored the game-winning goal and added an assist in Saturday's win over Buffalo.
Analysis: So much for that knee injury he's been dealing with. He now has 10 points in 18 games; seven of those points have come on the power play. His value remains solid in most formats and is only impaired in those that use plus-minus.
News:Mark Streit has been playing with a knee injury, according to the Islanders Point Blank.
Analysis:Mark Streit injured the knee in November while playing for the Swiss national team during the lockout. No word yet on the exact nature of the injury but it shouldn't cost him any game action. Streit is also looking for a new contract from the Islanders, in the $10 million for three year range.
News:Mark Streit and the Islanders have begun preliminary talks on a new contract, according to Newsday.
Analysis: The Islanders are weak on defense and have plenty of cap room to sign Mark Streit, but he is 35 years of age and although still productive, is not the same player he used to be. Also clouding his future on Long Island is that if the Isles fall completely out of the playoff picture by the trade deadline, there will be plenty of teams knocking on their door to pick up Streit for the stretch run.
News:Mark Streit (illness) will play Sunday against Winnipeg, Arthur Staple of Newsday reports.
Analysis: In four games this season, Mark Streit has two points (one goal and one assist) and a minus-4 rating.
News:Mark Streit will sign a deal with SC Bern of Switzerland in the near future, ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The deal will allow Mark Streit to continue to play during the NHL lockout. Streit registered 40 assists and seven goals in just over 23 minutes of ice time per game with the Islanders this past season.
News:Mark Streit stretched his point streak to six games and eight points (one goal, seven assists) in Saturday's loss to the Lightning.
Analysis: It's his 43rd point of the season, a total that has disappointed his owners who drafted him for a 50-55 year. He might come at 90 cents on the dollar next draft ...
News:Mark Streit notched a pair of primary assists in Thursday's loss to the Flyers, extending his points streak to three games and four total assists.
Analysis: With 39 points and 21 of those on the power play, Mark Streit has real fantasy value, but that minus-23 rating (plus-1 Thursday!) is a real killer. The amazing thing is that Streit's never been worse than a minus-6 in his career. With that in mind, file his name away for next year, when that plus-minus will depress his ADP.
News:Mark Streit notched an assist for the second straight game, doing so in Tuesday's shootout loss to Washington.
Analysis:Mark Streit is having a solid season in relative anonymity, as he appears poised to crack the 40-point mark, albeit currently with a minus-24 rating. If you can take the plus-minus hit, he's well worth the risk.
News:Mark Streit logged 17:27 of ice time in Sunday's win over New Jersey with 6:42 of that total coming on the power play. He has not posted a point in five of his last six games.
Analysis:Mark Streit is going through a rough stretch, but we would be more worried if he was not seeing the type of power-play minutes he has been. The Islanders are still prone to a shutout and scoring only one goal, but Streit has possibly the most secure power-play quarterback job in the league. Expect the points to pick up with the slick Swiss veteran.
News: In the wake of all the injuries to the Isles defense Mark Streit is expected to be a workhorse on the blueline, according to Newsday.
Analysis:Mark Streit missed all of the 2010-11 season after undergoing shoulder surgery and has yet to play his best, but that won't stop the Isles from playing him close to every other shift. Streit played over 27 minutes Tuesday, over 25 Thursday, look for that workload to continue in the near future until some of those injuries to their defensive corps return to health.
News:Mark Streit grabbed a goal in Thursday's win over Philadelphia, giving him three points in the last four games.
Analysis:Mark Streit is factoring much into the Islanders' recent success, with points in each of the last two games. Streit is the team's only viable source of offense from the blue line and has put up six points in the last six games. Play him confidently.
News:Mark Streit racked up three assists and went plus-2 in Tuesday's win over Detroit.
Analysis: His 22 points in 40 games put Mark Streit on the fringes of fantasy relevance, but this positive night only served to pull his rating up to a still-horrendous minus-15 on the season. Streit had collected no goals and three assists in the prior 12 games, so this breakout was overdue. He still hasn't scored a goal since Nov. 17, though.
News:Mark Streit still seems to be finding his way this season after missing all of last year due to shoulder surgery.
Analysis:Mark Streit has only two goals to go along with 17 assists but is a troubling -15. A slow start was to be expected after missing a full season, but 40 games in should be enough to shake off the cob webs.
News:Mark Streit assisted on two of the Islanders' five goals in Tuesday's win over Tampa Bay, giving him three assists the last two games.
Analysis:Mark Streit has a healthy 15 points in 25 games on the season and is seeing his woeful minus rating creep toward positive digits. Streit won't garner much attention playing on Long Island, but his numbers this season are steady, especially as the Islanders are starting to play stronger hockey.
News:Mark Streit notched his first point in over a year with an assist on Frans Nielsen's game-winning goal Monday.
Analysis: The Islanders desperately need Mark Streit to show the 50-plus point production he is capable of. The assist Monday was an excellent slap pass across the slot. Look for Streit to factor much into the Islanders' attack in his return from missing an entire season with a shoulder injury.
News:Mark Streit put in a strong effort Saturday against the Devils. He scored a goal and added two helpers.
Analysis: The goal and one of the assists came on the power play. He's fully recovered from that shoulder injury; draft with confidence. This young Isles team could surprise and Mark Streit is going to be key to that success.
News:Mark Streit was on the ice Monday along with several other Islanders, according to Newsday.
Analysis: Any improvement the Isles might make in the standings and/or on their defensive corps rely on Mark Streit providing a steady influence at the blue line. Streit missed all of last season after undergoing shoulder surgery but will be good to go come Game 1 this season and should not be forgotten about in fantasy leagues.
News: Streit (shoulder) will miss the rest of the regular season, the team's official Twitter reports.
Analysis: Streit skated during Wednesday morning's practice, but was not granted medical clearance for contact and will be shut down for the remainder of the regular season.
News: Streit (shoulder) still hasn't been cleared for contact, according to Newsday.
Analysis: Streit is practicing and taking shots, but has yet to take any hits. He believes it will still be another couple of weeks before that happens. At this point one has to wonder why the Islanders would bother playing him again this season.
News: Streit (shoulder) has been cleared for non-contact practice, Newsday's Katie Strang reports.
Analysis: He's technically getting closer to a return, but the Islanders are without both a timetable and an incentive to rush him back sooner than he's ready.
News: Streit (shoulder) is still not close to returning to action, according to Newsday.
Analysis: Streit did skate with teammates at an optional practice on Wednesday and will see his doctor next week in the hope of getting clearance to participate in a full practice. With the Islanders 13 points out of a playoff spot there doesn't seem to be much of a point to rushing Streit back this season.
News: Streit (shoulder) has been shooting since early January, but still isn't taking slap shots, Katie Strang of Newsday reports.
Analysis: The plan for now is that Streit will continue to get some work in for the next two-to-three weeks before he'll visit with his doctors again to come up with an action plan. It's unclear at this time if Streit will be able to return this season, so carefully weigh your alternatives if you're considering an IR spot for him.
News: Streit (shoulder) skated with the team Wednesday, according to Newsday's Katie Strang.
Analysis: The question for the Islanders, once Streit is ready to comeback, will be, is it worth it to play Streit in a handful of games at the end of season when you have no chance at the playoffs? At this point it looks like Streit will play if he doesn't suffer any setbacks, but there is still no definitive timetable for his return to game action.
News: Streit (shoulder) was on the ice skating Monday, the Isles official site reports.
Analysis: This seems to contradict previous reports that Streit isn't going to be returning this season. We'll await further information from the Isles regarding the extent of Streit's activity before getting too excited about his chances of returning in February -- as it was once expected a few months back.
News: Streit (shoulder) is unlikely to return this season, according to Newsday.
Analysis: That's another bad break for the Islanders and his fantasy owners as they were hoping to get Streit back in February. There has been no word whether Streit suffered a setback or if the Isles are just being cautious with their top d-man. Either way this is the second blueliner lost for the season in as many days as Mark Eaton is also out for the season after undergoing hip surgery Monday.
News: Streit is one of two Islanders that are on the All-Star ballot, according to Newsday.
Analysis: We all know the Islanders are a pretty bad team, but surely they must have someone on their roster who might actually play in a game before All-Star Weekend. Streit is not due back until February at the very earliest.
News: A report out of Switzerland says Streit had successful shoulder surgery and there's optimism for a February return, according to Chris Botta of www.islanderspointblank.com.
Analysis: Assuming the timetable holds true, if your league offers a very deep bench then Streit might be worth stashing at the end of it in hopes of two months worth of late-season production.
News: Streit will have a second opinion on his injured shoulder Tuesday, according to Newsday.
Analysis: In all likelihood Streit will require surgery to repair his torn rotator cuff, labrum, and dislocation of the shoulder. He is expected to miss six months and can be safely dropped from your draft list.
News: Streit will miss six months after tearing the labrum and rotator cuff in his left shoulder, FanHouse.com reports.
Analysis: The injury happened during a scrimmage on Saturday when Streit awkwardly fell into the boards after getting a light push from forward Matt Moulson. If the report holds up, Streit could be out for the entire regular season depending on the course of his rehab. We'll await confirmation of the diagnosis from the Isles in a press conference Monday.
News: Streit injured his shoulder falling into the boards during a scrimmage Satruday, according to the Islanders Point Blank.
Analysis: Islanders Point Blank believes Streit will miss 2-6 weeks based upon the editor's PR experience when he worked for the NHL and announced dozens of shoulder injuries. Typical Islanders luck that their best defenseman gets injured in a scrimmage against themselves. Matt Moulson cross-checked Streit, who then fell awkwardly into the boards. Apparently it was just a fluke as the hit wasn't all that hard, and just another case of bad luck for the Isles, a team that needs all hands on deck if they expect to compete for a playoff spot this season. A more definitive update is expected Monday.
News: Streit injured his left shoulder during the third period of Saturday's scrimmage, according to Katie Strang of Newsday.
Analysis: We'll know more Monday once he gets some tests. Streit is far and away the best blueliner for the Isles so an injury that shelves him for any part of the regular season would be pretty important news for player and team.
News: Islanders D Mark Streit tallied three assists during Sunday's series finale against the Penguins. He also had a multi-assist game on Thursday against the Penguins. Streit had six multi-assist games in 2009-10, with five coming after the Olympic break.
Analysis: Streit's season really didn't begin until post-break, when he finished the season with three goals and 18 points in his final 20 games. He was also a plus-5 player. In the end, Streit still had his third straight season of at least 10 goals and 30 assists. Despite playing for an Eastern Conference bottom feeder, Streit will remain a high-end Fantasy defenseman heading into 2010-11.
News: Islanders D Mark Streit scored and assisted in Tuesday's win over the Predators, giving him 31 points on the season.
Analysis: Streit has been a big disappointment this season, but still produces enough offense on occasion to be worth using in the majority of Fantasy leagues.
News: Islanders D Mark Streit scored a goal during Monday's game against the Devils. Streit ripped a shot from the right point past a screened Martin Brodeur for a power-play goal. Streit has three goals in the past four games after going 26 games without one.
Analysis: Streit also has 10 points in his last 11 games. It has been one of his best stretches of the season. The Islanders are a legit playoff contender and that's great news for Streit, who can really move the puck off the blue line. He remains a high-end Fantasy start.
News: Islanders D Mark Streit tallied a goal, assist and plus-2 rating on Tuesday against the Red Wings. Streit scored with 1:41 left in the second period on a power play. Streit beat Jimmy Howard's replacement, Chris Osgood, during a late second-period power play to push the lead to 4-0. He has scored in two straight games and has six scores on the season.
Analysis: Streit has totaled 26 points in 47 games. He has totaled two goals, five points and a plus-6 rating in his first five January games. It's by far the best start to a month he has had this season. Perhaps Streit will be in for a huge second half. He remains a high-end Fantasy forward.
News: Islanders D Mark Streit scored and assisted Wednesday in a shootout loss to the Capitals.
Analysis: Streit is off to a bit of a disappointing start this season with just nine points. He'll need to pick up the pace if he wants to better his 56-point haul from 2008-09. Still, he's worth starting in most Fantasy formats.
News: Thanks to Mark Streit's goal 53 seconds into the extra period, the Islanders had their second overtime win and their third overall victory -- 4-3 over the Washington Capitals. Streit beat Washington goalie Jose Theodore from about 10 feet for his second goal of the season and his first overtime goal. "We kept it simple," said Streit, who also had an assist and finished at plus-2.
Analysis: Streit didn't have a point in seven games before ending his slump on Friday. Despite being on one of the weaker teams in the NHL, Streit has proven he can still be an effective force at both ends of the ice. Continue to start him in all Fantasy formats.
News:The Sports Xchange reports D Mark Streit, the Islanders' leading scorer with 56 points, built on his first season on Long Island with a strong showing as the captain of Team Switzerland at the recent World Championships. "They put a lot on his shoulders," coach Scott Gordon said. "He played close to 30 minutes a game... It's like playing 35 minutes back in the NHL. I bumped into Mark after they were eliminated, and we talked about all the power-play breakouts he had to do. It's a lot of skating."
Analysis: Streit's signing for $20.5 million last summer drew some snickers around the NHL, but the Swiss-born former Canadien proved to be a bargain and far more than the power-play specialist he was branded as in Montreal. Streit led the Isles with more than 25 minutes per game and finished seventh among all NHL defensemen in scoring with 56 points despite missing eight games with injuries. Streit showed no drop-off after going from a contender to NHL bottom feeder. He will remain a must-own Fantasy defenseman heading into 2009-10.
News: Islanders D Mark Streit returned to the lineup Tuesday against the Hurricanes after missing three games with a groin injury. He returned as New York was handed a 9-0 loss. Streit played for 20:49, but was on the ice for three of Carolina's goals. He also spent two minutes in the penalty box.
Analysis: It's good to see Streit back in the lineup for those Fantasy owners still active in the final week of the season. Streit has been a real bright spot in 2008-09 for what has been another disappointing season for the Islanders. Streit continues to be a high-end Fantasy defenseman and will be one of the elite options plucked off draft boards next season.
News: Islanders D Mark Streit was unable to play in Saturday's game against the Lightning with a groin injury. He is considered questionable for Tuesday's game at Carolina.
Analysis: Streit leads the Islanders with 55 points and has been one of the few bright spots to come out of Long Island this season. He has has kept his high-end Fantasy status despite playing for a cellar dweller. He remains a high-end Fantasy defenseman when healthy but is considered an injury risk for the upcoming scoring period.
News: Injuries are still plaguing the New York Islanders, right down to the final six games of a lost season. All-Star defenseman Mark Streit and top rookie Kyle Okposo, the team's two leading scorers, both sat out against the Montreal Canadiens on Thursday night because of groin injuries. Islanders forward Dean McAmmond was also sidelined due to illness. New York recalled center Trevor Smith and left wing Sean Bentivoglio from Bridgeport of the AHL on Thursday and had both rookies in the lineup when they faced the Canadiens. Bentivoglio made his NHL debut.
Analysis: Streit leads the Islanders with 55 points. He has missed the last two games and remains questionable for Saturday against the Lightning. Streit has made a successful move from Montreal to New York and has kept his high-end Fantasy status despite playing for a cellar dweller. He remains a high-end Fantasy defenseman when healthy.
News: Islanders D Mark Streit, the team's leading scorer, sat out of Wednesday's game against Washington with a groin injury. He's day to day.
Analysis: Streit needs just seven more points to tie his career-high from 2007-08 with the Canadiens. A lot of people expected Streit to take a dip in production as he went from a top contender to a bottom feeder, but he has been the heart and soul of the Islanders' lineup. Continue to start Streit in all Fantasy formats, when healthy. He shouldn't miss much more time as the Islanders don't make this out to be a serious injury.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Islanders D Mark Streit netted his career-high 16th goal of the season and boosted his team-leading point total to 55 in a 4-3 shootout loss Saturday to Philadelphia.
Analysis: Streit needs just seven more points to tie his career-high from 2007-08 with the Canadiens. A lot of people expected Streit to take a dip in production as he went from a top contender to a bottom feeder, but he has been the heart and soul of the Islanders' lineup. Continue to start Streit in all Fantasy formats.
News: Islanders D Mark Streit scored twice and added an assist Sunday in a win over the Blackhawks. He now has a career-high 15 goals on the season.
Analysis: Streit has 52 points this season, so the predicted offensive decline that came with his move to New York really hasn't happened. He isn't likely to top his 62 points from last year, but remains a quality No. 1 Fantasy blue-liner in all formats.
News: Islanders D Mark Streit scored and assisted in Thursday's loss to the Maple Leafs. The former Canadien has 11 points in his last 11 games.
Analysis: Streit is tied for fourth in the league in points from defensemen, so the predicted offensive decline that came with his move to New York really hasn't happened. He isn't likely to top his 62 points from last year, but remains a quality No. 1 Fantasy blue-liner in all formats.
News: Islanders D Mark Streit was the only Islanders player to score on Wednesday against the Rangers in a 3-1 loss. It was his 10th goal of the season to go along with the 29 assists he has already racked up.
Analysis: Streit has been the best offensive presences on the Islanders' squad this season despite being a defenseman. His 39 points leads the team with Doug Weight second with 35 points. He can be a high-end option but it's hard to think of him as such playing for the Islanders.
News: Islanders D Mark Streit returned to action Monday after missing five games with a shoulder injury. Streit played 23:41, picking up a holding penalty and producing two shots on goal. His rating was even.
Analysis: Streit leads the Islanders in points with 38, which tells you how bad their forwards have been this season. Get him back in your lineup now and hope he can continue to head towards a second straight 50-point season.
News:Newsday reports Islanders All-Star defenseman Mark Streit, who has missed five games with a left shoulder injury, went through practice Sunday and might be ready to play Monday against the Penguins. "It's different to practice than to play games," Streit said after his second full practice with the team. "I mean, the last couple days helped me a lot to heal it and to feel better out there. It was a little bit physical but not crazy. I'm going to ice it and see how it is (Monday) morning. It's a game-time decision. I could see myself playing soon. But I don't want to rush it. I don't feel any pressure that it has to be (against Pittsburgh). I want to make sure it feels good. I want to help the team."
Analysis: Coach Scott Gordon also added Sunday he is in no rush to get Streit back on the ice since New York isn't playing for a playoff berth. It sounds as though Streit could return Fantasy Week 20 (Feb. 16-22), but still remains an injury-risk start. He obviously has high-end Fantasy potential when healthy.
News: Islanders D Mark Streit (shoulder) did not return to action Saturday against the Flyers. He has missed the last five games and remains questionable heading into Sunday at the Rangers.
Analysis: Streit is one game away from becoming an injury risk for the upcoming scoring period. If he is unable to play on Sunday than he will likely be a player that should be benched for the upcoming week. Streit's injury could be a long-term one so keep tabs on him. When healthy, Streit is a must-start option across the board.
News: Islanders D Mark Streit (shoulder) did not return to action Wednesday against the Devils. He has missed the last four games and remains questionable heading into Saturday against the Flyers.
Analysis: The Islanders haven't been too forthcoming regarding information on Streit, which makes his status still a mystery. He hasn't been put on the IR and is still being considered to be day to day. His injury is said to be painful and he'll be able to play when the pain has subsided enough for him to give it a go. When he does come back, Streit is a must-start option.
News: Islanders D Mark Streit (shoulder) did not return to action Tuesday against the Kings. He has missed the last three games and remains questionable heading into Wednesday against the Devils.
Analysis: The Islanders continue to treat Streit as a day-to-day candidate and we wish we could offer up more information, but that's about it in a nutshell right now. Streit is dealing with a painful injury and is only expected to play when he can find the discomfort tolerable. Streit is a must-start Fantasy option when healthy.
News: Islanders D Mark Streit was unable to return to action on Saturday against the Lightning with a shoulder injury that also sidelined him for Thursday's game against the Panthers. He remains questionable for the Islanders' game against the Kings on Tuesday.
Analysis: Streit's injury is "a painful one" according to coach Scott Gordon but not one that is going to get worse. It essentially comes down to Streit's tolerance for pain which is apparently not high enough to have him active yet. He is a player who can be started at your own risk, but it is not recommended.
News:Newsday reports Islanders D Mark Streit was not active Thursday against the Panthers and missed his first game of the season with a painful left shoulder injury. The Islanders are listing him as day-to-day and he could play Saturday against the Lightning, but coach Scott Gordon it's a question of "pain tolerance, how much he can handle it. Right now, he's not at the point where he can play... It's not one of those injuries where you can do more damage to it. But it is painful."
Analysis: Streit has a team-high 38 points and is logging close to 25 minutes per game. He is a do-it-all defenseman for New York and a must-start Fantasy defenseman when healthy. If he can't play Saturday against the Lightning, then Streit is an injury-risk start Week 19 (Feb. 9-15).
News: Islanders All-Star defenseman Mark Streit was not in the lineup Thursday against the Panthers because of an upper-body injury. New York hasn't said much about the ailment, so he remains questionable heading into Saturday against the Lightning.
Analysis: Streit has one goal and four assists in his last five games and continues to play well after having a solid first half in his initial season with the Islanders. Streit still might not be a dominating goal scorer, but he gets the job done passing the puck and on defense on most nights. He is about the only true All-Star on the Islanders' roster and remains a must-start Fantasy option when healthy.
News: Islanders D Mark Streit scored a goal and finished at plus-1 during Tuesday's 3-1 win against the Lightning. At 8:29 of the second period, Streit's right-point shot deflected off Kari Ramo and in. It was his first goal since Dec. 31, but his fifth point in five games.
Analysis: Streit still might not be a dominating goal scorer, but he gets the job done passing the puck and on defense on most nights. He is about the only true All-Star on the Islanders' roster and remains a must-start Fantasy option.
News: Islanders D Mark Streit tallied two assists and finished at plus-2 in 24:07 of ice time Thursday against the Thrashers. He has four assists during a three-game point streak. Streit has seven assists in 10 January games, but still hasn't scored in that span.
Analysis: Streit had two assists in the All-Star game Sunday and remained on a roll in the first game after the break. He hasn't really missed a beat since leaving a contender for a bottom dweller and is one of the Islanders' top offensive weapons. Continue to view Streit as a must-start Fantasy option.
News: Islanders defenseman Mark Streit had two assists and a plus-3 rating in 22:29 of ice time for the Eastern Conference during Sunday's All-Star game.
Analysis: Streit was back on Montreal ice after bolting for the Islanders in the offseason. He hasn't really missed a beat since leaving a contender for a bottom dweller and is one of the Islanders' top offensive weapons. Continue to view Streit as a must-start Fantasy option.
News: Islanders D Mark Streit tallied an assist in 26:14 of ice time Wednesday against the Ducks. He has an assist in two straight games and five in nine January outings. However, he doesn't have a goal this month.
Analysis: Streit is struggling somewhat before heading to his first All-Star game, but he is still among the league leaders in points from a defenseman. As much as he relied on the Canadiens putting him in good situations last season, Streit has managed to make scoring chances of his own with the lowly Islanders. He is still worth a look as a high-end Fantasy defenseman.
News: Islanders D Mark Streit extended his current scoring streak to five games with an assist on RW Richard Park's goal Saturday against the Sharks. Streit has one goal and five assists during his streak.
Analysis: Streit is among the NHL's point leaders for defenseman and his game hasn't fallen off as expected since joining the Islanders in the offseason. The 31-year-old defenseman appears to be the real deal and worth starting in all Fantasy formats.
News: Islanders D Mark Streit had a goal and an assist in the Islanders' 4-2 win over the Panthers on Wednesday. Streit has at least an assist in his past three games with eight total assists in his last eight games.
Analysis: The Islanders may not be playing all that well, but Streit continues to show that he can produce even in not that great of conditions with the Islanders. Streit continues to be a must-start defenseman through thick and thin.
News: Islanders D Mark Streit tallied an assist and finished at even in 22:17 of ice time Monday against the Rangers. He has an assist in two straight games and seven in his last seven. However, he hasn't scored a goal in eight games.
Analysis: Many thought Streit might be in trouble after leaving one of the NHL's top offensive teams -- Montreal -- in the offseason for one of the worst, but he hasn't missed a beat with the Islanders and is still producing at a high level. Continue to keep Streit active in all Fantasy formats.
News: Islanders D Mark Streit picked up 3 assists in Tuesday's 5-4 loss to the Capitals. He assisted on tallies from Doug Weight (1st period), Richard Park (2nd period) and Jon Sim (3rd period).
Analysis: Streit has 24 points on the year and seven goals. Many thought Streit might be in trouble after leaving one of the NHL's top offensive teams -- Montreal -- in the offseason for one of the worst, but he hasn't missed a beat with the Islanders and is still producing at a high level. Continue to keep Streit active in all Fantasy formats.
News: Islanders defenseman Mark Streit has two goals -- both on the power play -- and two assists in six December games. However, he is also at minus-5 and has taken four minor penalties.
Analysis: Many thought Streit might be in trouble after leaving one of the NHL's top offensive teams -- Montreal -- in the offseason for one of the worst, but he hasn't missed a beat with the Islanders and is still producing at a high level. Continue to keep Streit active in all Fantasy formats.
News: Islanders D Mark Streit picked up a goal and an assist in Saturday's win over the Buffalo Sabres. Streit assisted on Jon Sim's power play goal to make the score 2-1 in the 2nd period and later scored his fifth of the season, also on a power play, with an empty net to give the score its final margin.
Analysis: Streit's two points on Saturday gives him 14 on the season, though he hadn't recorded any in each of his last two games. He's done little since starting off hot for the Islanders, though Streit should still be considered a high-end Fantasy defenseman.
News: Islanders D Mark Streit tallied an assist and finished at plus-1 in 29:38 of ice time Saturday against the Senators. He now has eight assists on the season and three in his last seven games.
Analysis: Streit has 12 points in his first 17 games with the Islanders and has had very little offensive fall off since leaving the Canadiens. Continue to treat Streit as a high-end Fantasy defenseman.
News: Islanders D Mark Streit scored for the fourth time in his last five games Saturday as New York fell to Montreal.
Analysis: Many people were skeptical this season about what Streit would produce with the Isles, but he's been his usual Fantasy self so far with nine points in 10 games. Continue to treat Streit as a high-end Fantasy defenseman.
News:Mark Streit added a short-handed goal with 1:56 left in the game for the Islanders during a 4-2 loss Monday against the Rangers. He has now scored in three straight games and Monday's tally was his first non power-play score.
Analysis: Streit now has seven points in his first eight games with the Islanders. Five of those points have come in the last three games. Streit is being used in all situations by first-year coach Scott Gordon and the chances for points will be there. Continue to treat Streit as a high-end Fantasy defenseman.
News: Islanders D Mark Streit scored a goal for the second straight game Saturday against the Hurricanes. Streit cranked a slap shot and blew it past Cam Ward at 10:34 in the third period on a power play. Both of his scores with the Islanders have come on the man advantage.
Analysis: Streit has four points in his last two games and now has six points in seven games. He was slow to start with his new team, but is starting to pick up the slack. Streit is worth using as a No. 3 Fantasy defenseman.
News: D Mark Streit, who inked a five-year, $20-million deal as a free agent over the summer, scored his first goal as an Islander Thursday against the Stars. He scored on the power play early in the third period. He also added two assists.
Analysis: Not only did Streit have his first goal Thursday, but it was also his first multi-point game with New York. He has been a bit slow offensively with New York, but he has the ability to turn it on. However, Fantasy owners need to keep their expectations in line seeing how Montreal was a much better offensive team than New York. Streit is worth using as a No. 3 Fantasy defenseman.
News: D Mark Streit made his regular-season debut for the Islanders during Friday's 2-1 loss to the Devils. Martin Brodeur stopped two bombs from the point by Streit early in the third period with New York holding a 4-on-3 skating advantage. In the final minute, he stopped another point shot by Streit through traffic and then came up big on the rebound by Mike Comrie. Streit did have an assist in his 2008-09 debut.
Analysis: Streit finished at minus-1 Friday and took a two-minute hooking penalty. Streit comes to the Islanders after a breakout season with the Canadiens in 2007-08. However, New York is not as gifted offensively as Montreal and Streit will have a hard time matching last year's numbers. Still, he is worth using as a No. 3 Fantasy defenseman.
News: The New York Islanders signed free-agent defenseman Mark Streit to a five-year contract worth $20.5 million on Tuesday. Last year with Montreal, Streit scored seven of his 13 goals and had 27 of his 49 assists on the power play. "Mark was someone we targeted from the beginning and we're thrilled he's an Islander," Islanders general manager Garth Snow said in a statement. "Mark provides us with the stability on the blueline that we were looking for."
Analysis: Streit has 25 goals and 84 assists in 205 career NHL games. Last season, Streit finished tied for 11th in the NHL in power play scoring and finished tied for second among defensemen. The 30-year-old played eight seasons of professional hockey in Switzerland before coming to North America after he was drafted 262nd overall by Montreal in 2004. Streit is coming off a career season and the move to New York might not help his Fantasy value all that much. Granted, he will likely considerable see time on the power play, but Streit has always been more comfortable playing as a forward than defenseman. Also, New York doesn't have as many offensive weapons as Montreal. Consider Streit more of a No. 3 Fantasy defenseman heading into 2008-09 because there is room for disappointment.
News: Canadiens D Mark Streit returned to the lineup Tuesday against the Senators after missing one game with a foot injury. He had an assist and plus-1 rating in 13:33 of ice time. He now has an assist in six of his last seven games with eight total.
Analysis: Streit has been quite the versatile player for the Canadiens in 2007-08. While he enjoys playing forward, he has spent a lot of time on defense when injuries have hit the team. Streit is a top point-man on the power play and has managed double-digit point totals for the last three months. He has emerged as a high-end Fantasy defenseman.
News: The Montreal Canadiens were without captain Saku Koivu and defenseman Mark Streit for Saturday night's game against the Toronto Maple Leafs due to foot injuries. Both players will be re-evaluated by doctors in Montreal on Monday once the swelling goes down.
Analysis: Koivu and Streit were injured during Friday's 4-3 overtime win at Buffalo but played the entire game, with the two assisting on the winning goal by Chris Higgins. Streit has a career-high 58 points (12 goals, 46 assists) in 78 games this season while Koivu has 16 goals and 40 assists in 77 games.
News:Mark Streit scored a hat trick of assists on Friday night to make his contribution in Montreal's come-from-behind 4-3 overtime win against the Buffalo Sabres. Streit had the primary assists on the three late goals which completed the rally. He has 12 goals this season and now 46 assists.
Analysis: After putting up a respectable 36 points last season, Streit has been superb this campaign and has emerged as a solid must-start Fantasy defenseman in all formats. He has 10 assists in March; also had nine in February and 10 in January.
News: Canadiens D Mark Streit assisted for the 37th time this season Monday when he helped out in a 6-4 loss to the Sharks. Streit is now one point away from 50 on the season.
Analysis: After putting up a respectable 36 points last season, Streit has been superb this campaign and has emerged as a solid must-start Fantasy defenseman in all formats.
News:Mark Streit scored his 12th goal of the season for the Canadiens, who have won three in a row and seven of their last 10 to give them 81 points -- one more than the Devils and Ottawa Senators. The Canadiens edged the New Jersey 2-1 on Saturday night and move past the Devils into first place in the Eastern Conference. Streit opened the scoring on the power play at 6:11 of the second period. Alexei Kovalev collected his NHL-best 40th power-play point on the play, centering a pass for Saku Koivu in front that was stopped by Brodeur, but Streit batted in the bouncing puck for his 12th goal.
Analysis: Streit has three goals and six assists in the last six games. Streit continues to add onto his career-high totals (12 goals, 36 assists) and keeps playing better with each game. He is talented enough to go back and forth between forward and defense, and is also one of the top point men on the power play. He has emerged as a high-end Fantasy defenseman.
News:Mark Streit had a goal and two assists in the Canadiens' 6-2 win over the Buffalo Sabres on Friday night. Streit has two goals and five assists in the last five games. Montreal moved ahead of idle Ottawa into first place in the Northeast Division with its sixth win in eight games.
Analysis: Streit continues to add onto his career-high totals ( 11 goals, 36 assists) and is getting better with each game. He is talented enough to bounce back between forward and defense, and is also one of the top point men on the power play. He has emerged as a high-end Fantasy defenseman.
News: Canadiens D Mark Streit tallied an assist and finished at even during Tuesday's game against the Thrashers. He now has one goal and four assists in his last three games.
Analysis: Streit continues to add onto his career-high totals and is improving with each game during his third NHL season. He is skilled enough to bounce back between forward and defense, and is also one of the top point men on the power play. He has emerged as a high-end Fantasy defenseman.
News:Mark Streit was credited with his 10th goal fo the season when one tally was taken away from Michael Ryder and Streit also had two assists on Tuesday when the Montreal Canadiens staged the biggest comeback in the fracnhise's storied history, rallying from five goals down and beating the New York Rangers 6-5 in a shootout Tuesday night.
Analysis: The goal was the first for Streit in seven games and the points were the first in four games. Streit is having an excellent season and continues to get better with each game. He is skilled enough to maneuver between forward and defense, and is also one of the top point men on the power play. He has emerged as a high-end Fantasy defenseman.
News: Canadiens D Mark Streit tallied an assist and finished at plus-1 during Tuesday's game against the Lightning. It was his fourth assist in seven games and 30th on the season.
Analysis: Streit continues to add onto his career-high totals and is improving with each game during his third NHL season. He is skilled enough to bounce back between forward and defense, and is also one of the top point men on the power play. He has emerged as a high-end Fantasy defenseman.
News: Canadiens D Mark Streit scored a goal and tallied an assist during Tuesday's game against the Senators. He now has three goals in his last five games and seven assists in his last seven games.
Analysis: The Canadiens defense is once again healthy and that has enabled Streit to move back into a forward role -- one that he prefers. But the good news for Fantasy owners is that he still racks up defensive points and has emerged as a high-end Fantasy defenseman.
News: Canadiens D Mark Streit made it five points in his last three games Tuesday when he scored his first goal since Dec. 28 and added an assist in a 4-0 shutout of the Capitals.
Analysis: Streit now has nine multi-point games this season, which a very solid number for a defenseman. He remains a solid No. 3 Fantasy defenseman at this time.
News: Canadiens D Mark Streit put an end to his four-game streak without a point when he assisted three times in Montreal's 8-2 rout of the Boston Bruins.
Analysis: Streit is listed as a defenseman, but plays on the forward line more often than not. However, with Patrice Brisebois still out, he has been seeing more time on the blue line recently. He should be considered a No. 3 Fantasy defenseman at this time.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Canadies D Patrice Brisebois should be back in the lineup after missing three games with a bruised foot Tuesday against the Bruins. That would allow Mark Streit to move back to offence. Streit was on the ice for both Pittsburgh goals Saturday, but the Canadiens need him in the lineup to quarterback the power play.
Analysis: The Canadiens are 0-for-8 in the past three games on the power play and getting Streit back on the top unit is imperative. Fantasy owners can't wait either since Streit doesn't have a point in his last four games. Streit is only seeing time on defense these days when an extra body is needed. He mostly plays at forward and that's big in Fantasy leagues since he still racks up points as a defenseman. He should be considered a No. 3 Fantasy defenseman at this time.
News: Canadiens D Mark Streit was awarded a penalty shot Tuesday against the Blackhawks, but the defenseman/forward could not capitalize. Blackhawks G Patrick Lalime made a right pad stop 9:46 in on Streit's penalty shot, a short-handed opportunity that was protested by Blackhawks defenseman Duncan Keith. Streit, moved from defense up to forward with Patrice Brisebois' return to the lineup, was awarded the penalty shot after he was hauled down on a breakaway. Keith complained in vain because stickless Canadiens penalty killer Tom Kostopoulos jumped on him while he was down on the ice trying to keep the puck in the offensive zone.
Analysis: Despite the missed scoring opportunity, Streit managed an assist in the game and has at least one in three straight games (four total). He also has a point in five of his last six games. He has one goal and six assists in that span. Streit is happy to be back playing forward and it is great news for Fantasy owners since he remains eligible at defenseman. He has emerged as a solid No. 2 or No. 3 Fantasy defenseman because he sees time at forward.
News: Canadiens D Mark Streit tallied two assists and finished at plus-1 during Thursday's game against the Lightning. In 10 games since being moved back to forward, Streit has four goals and five assists.
Analysis: Streit also has four multi-point games in his last 10 appearances. Streit is happy to be back playing forward and it is great news for Fantasy owners since he remains eligible at defenseman. He has emerged as a solid No. 2 or No. 3 Fantasy defenseman because he sees time at forward.
News: After playing defense in the early part of the season, Mark Streit is back where he likes it -- right in the middle of the Montreal Canadiens' offense. Streit scored two goals in the Canadiens' 4-1 victory against the Philadelphia Flyers on Thursday night. "I played defenseman for about 25 games because we had a couple of injuries," explained Streit, who scored his first goals in 22 games. "When the coach put me up front, I didn't maybe shoot as much as I wanted to, but finally tonight I scored twice and it's a great feeling for my confidence."
Analysis: Streit scored on a power play after taking a pass from behind the net from Alex Kovalev at 5:01 of the second period. He then hit a wide open net at 9:58 for his fourth goal of the season. He has two assists in his last six games and seems to be soaring again now that he is playing forward. He should be a Fantasy eligibile defenseman and that is great news for Fantasy owners. Consider him a viable No. 2 or No. 3 Fantasy option.
News: Canadiens D Mark Streit assisted on two goals during Saturday's game against the Bruins. He now has three assists in his last three games and eight on the season.
Analysis: Streit is well on his way to taking down his career-high 36 points, which he set during his sophomore campaign last season. He has developed into a solid No. 3 Fantasy defender at this time.
News: Canadiens RW Alexei Kovalev, D Mathieu Dandenault, C Saku Koivu, D Mark Streit and C Kyle Chipchura all had one goal during Friday's 7-4 win over the Hurricanes. Streit also added an assist in the game and finished with an even rating. He now has one assist in each of his last three games.
Analysis: Streit is coming off a 36-point season in 2006-07, but might be in for a breakout season in his third year. Right now, he is nothing more than a No. 4 Fantasy defender, but has the chance to develop into much more.
News: Mark Streit scored a power play goal in Wednesday's NHL opener at Carolina, finishing with a minus-1 rating and four shots on net in 17:25 of ice time.
Analysis: Streit is a decent looking No. 4 or 5 Fantasy defenseman in most leagues and he is off to a good start. The Canadiens are back in action on Saturday night at Toronto.
News: Andrei Markov picked up a goal with a plus-1 rating in Thursday's preseason game against the Bruins, while Mark Streit posted an assist in the win.
Analysis: Markov is a must-start Fantasy option heading into the new season, while Streit is a solid No. 4 or 5 option in most weekly leagues.
News: Ds Mike Komisarek, Sheldon Souray and Mark Streit each picked up an assist in Tuesday's game against the Bruins. Komisarek and Streit also had a plus-1 rating, while Souray was even.
Analysis: Streit, one of a handful of Swiss players in the NHL, really emerged down the stretch as a No. 4 or 5 Fantasy option down the stretch. We like him as an early sleeper for the 2007-08 season.
News: The Montreal Gazette reports coach Guy Carbonneau has decided to move Mike Johnson to the top scoring line and he moved defenseman Mark Streit to the second line for some offensive help.
Analysis: Streit now has some positional versatility and it makes him an excellent pickup in all Fantasy leagues of 12 or more teams, especially if you are hurting at either position.
News: Mark Streit will see more playing time with the Montreal Canadiens now that the team has dealt Craig Rivet away to the San Jose Sharks.
Analysis: Streit is worth a look as a No. 5 or 6 Fantasy defenseman in all leagues, but don't overvalue him as he still is a bit offensively-challenged.
News: Streit has managed three goals and three assists over the past nine games, as CBS SportsLine.com Fantasy owners are keeping an eye on him. His ownership has more than doubled since Fantasy Week 18.
Analysis: Streit is worth a look in all cumulative Fantasy leagues for Fantasy Week 20 (Feb. 12-18), as the Canadiens face four matchups.
News: Canadiens LW Mark Streit scored his fifth goal of the season Saturday against the Islanders. Streit has been a defenseman for his entire career but he has found a home on the fourth line.
Analysis: Streit remains a decent No. 5 or 6 Fantasy defenseman in all larger leagues of 12 or more teams at this point.
News: Sheldon Souray, Mark Streit and Tomas Plekanec scored 2:24 apart in the second period to lead Montreal to a 3-1 win over the Ottawa Senators on Monday night.
Analysis: Streit remains a decent No. 5 or 6 Fantasy defenseman in all larger leagues of 12 or more teams at this point.
News: Mark Streit has tallied three goals, 15 assists and minus-1 rating with just 10 penalty minutes through 43 games at the All-Star break.
Analysis: Streit is only worth a looks as No. 4 or 5 Fantasy defenseman in all larger leagues, especially those formats which discourage PIM.
News: The Canadiens lost two defensemen in Saturday's defeat. Craig Rivet hurt his foot blocking a shot while Mathieu Dandenault injured his thigh on a check. "We're confident that Craig will able to play Tuesday," Montreal coach Guy Carbonneau said. "Mathieu's case seems more worrying to us. He could have to skip (Tuesday's game)."
Analysis: Mark Streit, the captain of Switzerland's national team, is likely to see his first action of the year in place of either Rivet or Dandenault. Dandenault is only worth using in the largest of leagues when he's healthy. Streit isn't worth picking up unless extended playing time is assured.
News: Mark Streit, the only skater from the NHL on the Team Switzerland roster, scored his second goal of the tournament on Wednesday in a preliminary round loss against Team Sweden in the 2006 Winter Olympic Games in Turin.
Analysis: The Swiss are done, so Streit and Carolina's Martin Gerber and Colorado's David Aebischer will head back home and get an extra few days to rest before play resumes.
News: Mark Streit has just one goal and six assists with a minus-7 rating in 32 games at the Olympic Games break, as he represents surprising Team Switzerland.
Analysis: Streit equaled his goal production in four games for Switzerland in the Olympics, but don't expect him to come back and light the world on fire.
News: Mark Streit was scoreless with a plus-2 rating in Wednesday's game at Philadelphia in 18:16 of ice time.
Analysis: The Team Switzerland representative in the 2006 Winter Olympics in Turin has gone scoreless in nine of the past 10 games. Avoid him in all but the largest of Fantasy leagues right now.
News: Mark Streit was among three current NHL players who were selected to the Team Switzerland roster to play in the 2006 Winter Olympics in Turin.
Analysis: Streit will join Colorado's David Aebischer and Carolina's Martin Gerber headed to Italy to represent their country.
News: Mark Streit was a healthy scratch for Saturday's game at Minnesota.
Analysis: Streit has just one assist in his past nine games. He has no Fantasy appeal.
News: Mark Streit has had an impressive preseason and he continues to battle Hainsey for one of the final spots on defense for Montreal.
Analysis: Streit has been impressive, but he is not worth any Fantasy consideration just yet.
