News:Ryan Suter (undisclosed) played 30:29 Saturday in a 3-2 shootout loss to Columbus. He picked up an assist.
Analysis: So much for that injury -- the man with the Norris in his sights is right back at it. Keep him rolling.
Wild's Suter (Undisclosed) Absent From Saturday Morning Skate
News:Ryan Suter did not participate in Saturday morning's skatearound, the Minneapolis Star-Tribune reports.
Analysis:Ryan Suter's status is up in air, as coach Mike Yeo chose not to talk about injuries Saturday. Suter could be a game-time decision, or the Wild may already know if he is playing. It's a difficult situation for fantasy owners.
News:Ryan Suter, who left Thursday's game with an undisclosed injury, did not participate in practice Friday and is called day-to-day, the Fox Sports North reports.
Analysis: It's not clear if he skated on his own nor is it clear where he's hurt. His status for Saturday's game is uncertain.
News:Ryan Suter left Thursday's loss to St. Louis in the second period due to an undisclosed injury and did not return, the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.
Analysis: Not much is known about his injury other than he missed some time in the second period and didn't return for the third period. Ryan Suter may be the Wild's most important player this season by averaging 27 minutes of ice time per game, so a significant injury could derail Minnesota's playoff hopes.
News:Ryan Suter had a huge night Sunday with a goal, a plus-1 rating, five shots, and 31:07 on ice.
Analysis: This was a lot of time on ice, even for Ryan Suter, who leads the league in minutes played. You're playing him every night and hoping for more games like this.
News:Ryan Suter posted a power-play assist Saturday as Minnesota edged Los Angeles, 4-3. He finished the night plus-2. His season ledger stands at 3-25-28 in 34 games.
Analysis: There are a lot of centers who wish they had that many points. Blueliners who score like forwards are pure gold in any fantasy format that has positional requirements. In Ryan Suter's case, almost all of his value comes in the assists column.
News:Ryan Suter set up both Minnesota goals Saturday in a shutout win over the Sharks. He now has 26 points on the season, including 17 in his last 13 games.
Analysis: His slow start is well behind him and he's gaining considerable traction in the Norris Trophy talk. He's only two points behind Kris Letang for the NHL scoring lead from the blue line.
News:Ryan Suter scored a goal and added an assist in Saturday's 6-4 win over the Avalanche. He now has 14 points (two goals, 12 assists) in his last 10 games.
Analysis: He has 23 points in 27 games this season and he sits second in scoring from the blue line.
News:Ryan Suter assisted on three of the Wild's five goals on Thursday against the Avs, giving him points in eight of the last nine games.
Analysis: All those points save one have come in the form of assists, a stat Ryan Suter's been piling up with regularity -- an impressive 20 helpers in 26 games.
News:Ryan Suter scored his first goal with the Wild, on the power play, in Tuesday's loss at Chicago.
Analysis:Ryan Suter is averaging more points per game (15 points in 22 games) than he has in his career, but he's mostly been contributing assists. His bigger issue is that he's minus-6 in plus/minus, which isn't what the Wild expected from their top defenseman.
News:Ryan Suter picked up his seventh assist of the season Monday against the Flames. He also picked up two penalty minutes and played a whopping 28:08.
Analysis: While Ryan Suter has seven assists in 12 games, he has zero goals, and most pressingly he is a minus-6. However, it's still early, and Suter has a track record of success that got him his huge contract.
News:Ryan Suter set up two goals Saturday in a 2-1 win over Nashville. He now has six assists in 11 games with Minnesota, but is still looking for his first goal.
Analysis: The points were his first in five games. His plus-minus this season stands at an ugly minus-7, something the Wild hope changes soon.
News:Ryan Suter posted his first point of the season in Friday's loss to Detroit, doing so on Zach Parise's second-period power-play goal.
Analysis:Ryan Suter took a few games to get on the scoreboard, but expect assists to come more often for the Wild's newly-signed minute-eating defensemen. Suter is averaging 5:50 of power-play time per game, a strong indicator that the points can come more consistently.
News:Ryan Suter has signed a 13-year with Minnesota, according to the Minneapolis Star-Tribune's Michael Russo.
Analysis: The forgone conclusion had been Ryan Suter going to Detroit, but developments out of Minnesota have Suter opting to go to the Wild with Zach Parise likely to follow. Suter is considered the top defenseman in the free-agent pool and will now be relied upon to be the team's stopper and minute-eater. Suter has put up over 35 points like clockwork the last four seasons, and the ever-present question will be how Suter can adapt to life without Shea Weber. Don't overpay for Suter on draft day, but he's near the top of the second tier of defensemen.
News: The Red Wings reportedly offered Ryan Suter an $90 million contract spanning 13 years, according to Helene St. James of the Detroit Free Press.
Analysis: This is a huge contract and the Wings are eager to bring in a veteran to begin the process of replacing the otherworldly Nicklas Lidstrom. This is a sizable offer and you have to imagine that Nashville's offer is similar, maybe not in terms of years, but the Predators will want to hang on to Ryan Suter as well.
News:Ryan Suter's agent, Neil Sheehy, said his client will not make a decision on his future on Tuesday, according to USA Today's Kevin Allen.
Analysis:Ryan Suter had been free of the media frenzy that surrounded Zach Parise until Tuesday when reports identified a private jet registered to the Red Wings leaving an airport in Madison, where Suter makes his home. Detroit has long been rumored to end up in Detroit, but Nashville has a sizable offer on the table, as does Philadelphia. If Suter leaves Nashville, it will be intriguing to see what his numbers will be without Shea Weber.
News: Predators GM David Poile has made a strong offer to keep Ryan Suter in Nashville, according to ESPN's Pierre LeBrun.
Analysis: LeBrun noted that Poile believes his team's offer "matches up with the big clubs." It is believed that Detroit is one of the frontrunners for Ryan Suter, along with Philadelphia. Wherever Suter lands, the question of how he will play without Shea Weber will be asked often if Suter departs Nashville.
News:Ryan Suter will likely wait until Monday to announce with which team he will sign, according to ESPN's Pierre LeBrun.
Analysis: Not much of a surprise here considering the offers with which Ryan Suter is receiving. Coming off a career season with 46 points, Suter will be an attractive option for teams like Detroit and very well could remain in Nashville if the Preds can re-sign Shea Weber as well.
News: The Blackhawks will be one of many teams looking to sign Ryan Suter when the free-agent season starts on Sunday, ESPNChicago reports.
Analysis:Ryan Suter would like to play for the Blackhawks and Chicago is interested in him, but several teams are expected to talk to the defenseman. If the Blackhawks sign Suter, they would have to drop a current defenseman under contract.
News:Ryan Suter registered three assists during Saturday's 5-4 loss to Chicago and was named the game's second star.
Analysis:Ryan Suter has now set a career high in points with 46 (7G, 39A). He is set to become an unrestricted free agent come July 1st, and will be in a great position to earn himself a fat new contract. The Preds are reportedly still trying to lock up his services, but don't be surprised if he winds up with another team come next season.
News:Ryan Suter registered an assist but finished the night minus-3 as Nashville dropped Saturday's contest at Los Angeles.
Analysis: The Preds have a potent blue-line duo of Ryan Suter and Shea Weber, each of whom already has 42 points on the campaign. They're outscoring most of the team's forwards; seasoned fantasy owners will appreciate the value that that brings to a team.
News:Ryan Suter did not factor into any scoring during the Preds' 4-3 loss to Carolina on Tuesday, but he finished the game with a plus-2 rating and a whopping six shots on goal.
Analysis: Furthemore, with 37 points in 61 games so far this year, Ryan Suter will likely establish a new career high for scoring, with the 45 points he put up in 2008-09 well within reach. He remains one of the top 10 defensemen in the NHL and he should be in your starting fantasy lineup at every opportunity.
News:Ryan Suter scored his seventh goal Tuesday against Chicago.
Analysis:Ryan Suter is an unrestricted free agent come July 1 and could fetch a large return for Nashville. Still, it's far more likely the Preds trade away his rights after the playoffs, but before July.
News: With six goals and 24 assists in 51 games, Ryan Suter is on pace for a career-high 48 points this season.
Analysis: The question remains whether the Preds will attempt to deal their #2 defenseman before the upcoming trade deadline or re-sign him to a new contract before he becomes an unrestricted free agent July 1. Either way, Ryan Suter remains one of the league's top defensemen and deserves to be in your fantasy lineup every time he takes to the ice.
News:Ryan Suter says he does not plan to re-sign with the Predators before the Feb. 27 trade deadline, reports USA Today.
Analysis: "I don't see the point of doing it," Ryan Suter said. "It would be a distraction at this point. I will still be with Nashville until July 1, and we could still get something done." The announcement will further fuel speculation that the Preds will try to trade Suter before the deadline in get a top-six forward.
News:Ryan Suter returned from an injury Monday against Columbus, playing 23:02 and tallying two assists.
Analysis: Clearly, Ryan Suter didn't show much rust, if any, in his return from injury. You can plug him back into your lineup.
News:Ryan Suter (upper body) is expected to return to the lineup Monday against Columbus, the Tennessean reports.
Analysis:Ryan Suter, who missed his third straight game Saturday against Chicago, said he was well enough to play but the coaching staff decided to sit him out one more game. The Preds play back-to-back games Monday and Tuesday against the Blue Jackets and Blackhawks, respectively, and at this point we expect Suter to take part in both of those games.
News:Ryan Suter (upper body) has been ruled out of Saturday's game against the Blackhawks, Josh Cooper of The Tennessean reports.
Analysis:Ryan Suter will miss his third straight game Saturday, but after practicing with the team for the last few days, he is hoping to return to the ice for Monday's game against the Blue Jackets.
Preds' Suter (Upper Body) To Miss Third Straight Game Saturday
News:Ryan Suter (upper body) practiced for a second straight day but remains "very doubtful" for Saturday's game against Chicago, the Tennessean reports.
Analysis: This will be Ryan Suter's third game out of the lineup since suffering his injury Jan. 16 against the Islanders. Make sure he's on your fantasy bench until he gets the green light to return.
News:Ryan Suter, who is day-to-day with an upper-body injury, may not be able to play in the All-Star game on Jan. 29, Joshua Cooper of The Tennessean reports.
Analysis:Ryan Suter was able to participate in practice Thursday morning, but will miss his second straight game Thursday evening against the Blue Jackets.
News:Ryan Suter (upper body) will not play Thursday against the Blue Jackets, Joshua Cooper of The Tennessean reports.
Analysis:Ryan Suter, who left Monday's game with an upper body injury and sat out Tuesday's contest against the Rangers, slots into the day-to-day category for now due to his unspecified upper body injury.
News:Ryan Suter (upper body) will not play Tuesday against the New York Rangers, Joshua Cooper of The Tennessean reports.
Analysis: The Predators and fantasy owners will surely miss the 27-year-old's production. Ryan Suter has recorded 25 points (5G, 20A) and 26 PIM in 45 games this season. He is considered day-to-day and could play Thursday night, when the Preds play the Blue Jackets.
News:Ryan Suter, who left Monday's game with an upper body injury, is doubtful for Tuesday's game against the Rangers, Dan Rosen of NHL.com reports.
Analysis:Ryan Suter had been dealing with injuries heading into Monday's game, and so even if he is able to go it may be in his and the Predators' best interests to give him a maintenance day Tuesday.
News:Ryan Suter left Monday's game against the Islanders with an upper body injury, reports Joshua Cooper of The Tennessean.
Analysis:Ryan Suter came into the game a little banged up, so it looks like he aggravated his unspecified ailment Monday after seeing 7:04 worth of ice time.
News:Ryan Suter, who was reunited with blue line partner Shea Weber on Thursday, has 24 points in 36 games with Weber in the lineup and zero points without him.
Analysis: It's no secret that Ryan Suter and Weber form one of the most dynamic defense pairings in the NHL today. Suter's fantasy value will only increase now that Weber, who returned Thursday from a four-game absence due to a concussion, is back in the lineup. Suter (5G, 19A in 40 games) is currently on pace for a 50-point season which would be a career-high for him. He should be in your lineup at every opportunity.
News:Ryan Suter notched his fifth goal of the season Wednesday night, but Nashville still fell to Minnesota, 3-2. The goal, which came on the power play at the 13:57 mark of the third period, extended his points streak to four games.
Analysis: He's having a fantastic season so far, with 15 points in 21 games. Ryan Suter's plus-13 rating is second amongst all NHL defensemen. Only Shea Weber's plus-16 is better.
News:Ryan Suter and partner Shea Weber are currently the top-ranked defensive pairing in the NHL in terms of plus-minus with a combined rating of plus-33. Weber leads the league with a plus-18 rating while Suter ranks third at plus-15.
Analysis: With recent wins over the likes of Toronto, Washington and San Jose, Ryan Suter and Weber are proving they excel at shutting down other teams' top lines. At the same time, Suter is also contributing offensively with 11 points in 18 games so far this season. He deserves to be in your fantasy lineup every time he takes to the ice.
News:Ryan Suter's agent Neil Sheehy has met with Preds management this week to discuss Suter's contract, the Tennessean reports. Suter is slated to become an unrestricted free agent on July 1 of next year if a deal with Nashville can't be reached before that date.
Analysis: Sheehy stressed that there is "no time frame" for a resolution on a contract extension for Ryan Suter. However, he also said the dialogue between the two camps has been "healthy", as both sides work to keep the defenseman from hitting the free agent market next summer. "We're just talking, trying to figure everything out and that we're on the same page," Suter said. "I want to be here, that's the big thing and they want me here, and it's going to get done." From a fantasy perspective, hopefully this does not serve as a distraction for Suter on the ice. Suter currently has nine points (3G, 6A) in 17 games for the Preds so far this season.
News:Ryan Suter's agent met with Predators' management on Wednesday to start discussions about a new contract, according to a report on CBC's Hockey Night in Canada.
Analysis:Ryan Suter will be a free agent this summer and he'll be hard for the Preds to keep. The meeting was just a preliminary discussion and it will take several more for the two sides to understand the options. Suter is on a real rip this season -- his nine points in 16 games would give him a carer-best 46 on the season if he can maintain this pace. He'll be the cream of this summer's class so it's going to take a lot of cash to keep him.
News:Ryan Suter scored a game-tying, third-period goal Saturday night against the Sharks, a game the Preds would eventually win 4-3 in overtime.
Analysis: The power-play goal was Ryan Suter's fourth point in his last four games, and he continues to log monster minutes as part of the Preds' top d-man pairing along with Shea Weber. He's a good bet to log 35-40 points in any given season, but considering this is a contract year for him, he has even greater upside this season.
News:Ryan Suter has tallied two goals and one assist in the first four games of the season.
Analysis: This is an uncharacteristic start for the Nashville blueliner, who's already half way to last year's four-goal total. Ryan Suter is not likely to keep scoring goals, but should still have a solid season with the Preds.
News: The Predators will spend the upcoming season attempting to work out a new contract for Suter, who is set to become an unrestricted free agent next summer, the Tennessean reports.
Analysis: Suter's defense partner, Shea Weber, was handed a one-year, $7.5 million arbitration award this week, raising questions about whether or not the Preds can afford to lock up Suter and fellow upcoming UFA Pekka Rinne. During his teleconference announcing Weber's arbitration award, Preds GM David Poile said he would sit down with the three players at training camp to discuss their contracts individually. Suter's current contract pays him $14 million over four years, so look for him to sign for significantly more than that once the time comes. Whether Suter re-ups with the Preds or tests the free agent waters next summer remains to be seen.
News: Suter scored a goal and added an assist in Saturday's double OT win over Vancouver.
Analysis: He was rock solid in his own zone and a maestro in the Canucks'. He and Shea Weber form the best defense pairing in the NHL ... no doubt about it.
News: Suter scored a goal and added an assist, both on the power play, in Saturday's overtime loss to Detroit.
Analysis: He's now just one point shy of registering his second 40-point season. He might now be a top producer but he does provides steady fantasy points from the blue line.
News: Suter returned to the lineup after missing a game Thursday in a loss to the Blackhawks, skating 25:10 -- second-most on the team.
Analysis: Only Shea Weber saw the ice more in the shutout loss to the defending Stanley Cup champs. Suter seems to be fine and should resume his role as a terrific defender who offers solid offense from the blue line.
News: Suter (upper body) is slated to return to the Nashville lineup Thursday against Chicago, Joshua Cooper of The Tennessean reports.
Analysis: Suter, who has 26 points in 48 games for the Preds, all but one being assists, has been an asset to those in leagues that factor in plus/minus, as he checks in with a team-best plus-19 rating.
News: Suter (upper body) practiced Wednesday and remains on track to play Thursday against Chicago, the Tennessean reports.
Analysis: Head coach Barry Trotz said that Suter will play against the Blackhawks, while the blueliner was a little less firm about his availability. "I feel good," Suter said. "I don't know if I'm for-sure playing tomorrow, but I feel good. Look forward to getting back and helping out." We'll await further confirmation here, but Suter could get the final green light after Thursday's morning skate.
Preds' Suter (Upper Body) Could Return Thursday Against 'Hawks
News: Coach Barry Trotz believes Suter (upper body) could be back in the lineup in time for Thursday's game against Chicago, according to the Tennessean.
Analysis: Suter, who was injured Saturday against Phoenix, has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against Columbus. However, Trotz received a positive update Monday and does not believe Suter will miss much time. "I was really encouraged," Trotz said. "If everything goes well, I expect Suter to play Thursday." It would probably be best to wait until you see his name in a box score before re-activating him, but this is encouraging news nonetheless.
News: Suter (upper body) will not play Tuesday against Columbus, USA Today's Kevin Allen reports.
Analysis: Suter suffered an upper-body injury in Saturday's game against the Coyotes. He'll miss at least one game, but the Predators are hopeful he'll be able to return Thursday against Chicago.
News: Suter (upper body) was injured late in the second period of Saturday's game against the Coyotes, according to the Associated Press. He did not return.
Analysis: He took an unsportsmanlike penalty on the play but went to the dressing room and did not serve the penalty. It's an upper-body injury but we don't know the severity yet.
News: Suter snapped a seven-game string of bagels with a pair of assists Saturday as Nashville whitewashed Detroit, 3-0.
Analysis: He's still stuck on one lonesome goal this season. As we've noted before, his value depends entirely on how much your league's scoring format values assists, which are just about his only fantasy contribution.
News: Suter became the first Nashville skater to reach 20 assists with a helper against Chicago on Saturday.
Analysis: If your league emphasizes goal-scoring over passing, then you can safely forget him; he has just one tally on the entire season. But 20 assists in 33 games is a fine pace for a rearguard.
News: Suter tacked on two power-play assists in Friday's 3-1 win over New Jersey.
Analysis: Suter is certifiably hot with at least one point in four straight contests. When healthy like he has been lately, Suter is a steady producer of points.
News: Suter had a goal and an assist in Saturday's win over Florida. It was his first two-point game of the season.
Analysis: He now has eight points but just a single goal in 17 games this season. When healthy, this guy is a 40-45 point defender. He won't get there this season but if he could score at that pace from now on. And that's valuable in most formats.
News: Suter fought off the effects of a lower-body injury and was in the lineup Friday against Minnesota.
Analysis: He registered an assist in 23:01 of ice time with two hits and one blocked shot. We suspect he's probably still not 100% healthy, but for now it appears he's safe to keep active for fantasy purposes.
News: Suter (lower body) is questionable for Friday's game against Columbus, The Tennessean reports.
Analysis: After playing Wednesday, it looks like Suter is still bothered by the injury he's been battling all season. He originally missed nine games with the ailment, only to return in mid-November and re-aggravate it against Chicago in his first game back. Reserve him immediately and go with a healthier option if you have one.
News: Suter was back in action during Wednesday's 2-1 shootout loss to the visiting Blues.
Analysis: Suter saw over 26 minutes of action and ended action as a plus-1. It is safe to return him to your fantasy roster after he missed the last two with a lower-body injury.
News: Suter (lower body) will play in Wednesday's game against the Blues, The Tennessean reports.
Analysis: Suter will likely be able to play his regular minutes Wednesday, but fantasy owners who are deciding whether to start him or another player would likely be better off going with the healthier option, especially with so many games across the league Wednesday.
News: Suter (lower body) won't play Monday, but could return to the lineup against St. Louis on Wednesday, the Tennessean reports.
Analysis: "Through the healing process, maybe he wasn't completely healed when he came back, and he has had a little bit of an issue that settled down," head coach Barry Trotz said. "So we talked to our doctors to make sure we didn't miss anything and we're pretty sure we didn't miss anything from my understanding. We just had to let it settle down, and hopefully these extra days allow him to do that, and hopefully he will be back and maintenance free for a while." It's no guarantee that Suter will be ready Wednesday, so owners in weekly leagues should carefully weigh their alternatives.
News: Suter aggravated his lower-body injury and will not play against Carolina on Saturday, reports Joshua Cooper of The Tennessean.
Analysis: Suter is also attending to the birth of his child, so he has two legitimate reasons for missing the game. His status for Monday's game isn't known at this point, so check back in.
News: Suter (lower body) missed Monday's practice as a maintenance day, the Nashville Tennessean reports.
Analysis: We're a little bit skeptical here after Suter briefly left his return to the lineup Saturday night after being hit in the first period by Jack Skille. Suter acknowledged after the game that he didn't feel right, so this situation remains worth monitoring leading into Tuesday night's game against the Leafs.
News: Suter appeared to aggravate a lower-body injury on Saturday against the Blackhawks, according to the Tennessean.
Analysis: In his first game back following a nine-game absence, Suter was hit by Chicago forward Jack Skille in the first period and played one more shift before heading to the locker room for the remainder of the period. He did return in the second and finished the game with 22:06 of time time, but admitted afterwards that something wasn't right. "I was making sure it wasn't the same injury I had before, and it wasn't, so it's good. But it's also bad because now it's something else," Suter said. "It's nothing serious. Just grind it out and get better." Let's hope this does not mean any more missed time for Suter, who is arguably the Preds' most valued defenseman along with Shea Weber. Monitor his status carefully.
News: Suter (leg) participated in the morning skate and will try to play Saturday night against Nashville, Joshua Cooper of the Tennessean reports.
Analysis: He's been out nine games with the injury, but owners should go ahead and activate him since he'll be out there Saturday night barring a last-minute setback prior to the opening faceoff.
News: Suter (leg) is considered probable for Saturday's game against the Blackhawks, The Tennessean reports.
Analysis: Suter should be able to return to the ice Saturday after missing nine straight games. Feel free to get him in your lineup Saturday, but make sure to check his status once more before the puck drops.
News: Suter (leg) will not play in Thursday's game against the Blues, Joshua Cooper of the Tennessean reports.
Analysis: Suter did some work during Wednesday's practice, but he will not return until Saturday at the earliest. Continue monitoring Suter's status if he is already on your squad or you are considering adding him.
News: Suter (leg) was on the ice with a non-contact jersey during practice Wednesday, Joshua Cooper of the Nashville Tenneseean reports.
Analysis: It's another small step toward a potential return to action this weekend for Suter. We'll await further details from head coach Barry Trotz regarding the Preds' plans for their young blueliner, but Saturday against Chicago appears to be the best-case scenario for his return right now.
News: Suter (leg) practiced with the team Tuesday and could be back in the lineup by this weekend, according to the Tennessean.
Analysis: There is still no official return date for Suter, and coach Barry Trotz refused to speculate about when he and injured forward Martin Erat (upper body) might be back. "They're getting closer," Trotz said. "Until they're in the lineup, they're not in the lineup." Suter is considered doubtful for Thursday's game at St. Louis, but keep an eye on his status just in case he is healthy enough to play Saturday against Chicago.
News: Suter (leg) will miss the Preds' three-game road trip, which begins Wednesday, according to the Nashville Tennessean.
Analysis: The Preds have been outshot in every game that Suter has missed. It was originally thought that he might return after sitting out a few games, but that certainly hasn't proven to be the case. Keep him reserved.
News: Suter (leg) will miss at least two more games and won't play until some time after Saturday's game against Detroit, the Nashville Tennessean reports.
Analysis: He hasn't been able to resume skating this week as head coach Barry Trotz had previously hoped. Once Suter is able to get back on the ice for practice, he'll likely need a couple of days before he's cleared for game action again. A return to action next week looks like a best-case scenario right now.
Preds' Suter to Miss Next Three Games With Leg Injury
News: Suter (lower body) has been placed on injured reserve with a leg injury and will miss the next three games, according to the Tennessean.
Analysis: Suter, who is reportedly walking with a noticeable limp, said the leg injury is not serious. Coach Barry Trotz said he hopes Suter will be back skating on Monday, with the goal of returning to the lineup in time for the Oct. 28 game against St. Louis.
Preds' Suter Leaves Tuesday's Game With Lower Body Injury
News: Suter left Tuesday's game against Calgary with a "lower body" injury and is not expected to return, according to the Tennessean.
Analysis: Two minutes into the game, Suter was hit in front of the Nashville bench by the Flames' Cory Sarich. Suter had to be helped off the ice as the play continued. He walked immediately to the Nashville locker room, unaided, but with a limp. More as we know it.
News: Predators D Ryan Suter tallied an assist and finished at even on Friday against the Red Wings. He has no goals in 12 January games, but he does have four assists and a plus-3 rating in that span.
Analysis: Suter hasn't scored a goal since netting two on Oct. 22. We don't expect many goals from Suter, but this is just ridiculous. He has taken a little step backward from an offensive standpoint after having his first 40-point season in 2008-09. Suter is logging heavy minutes and is a good puck-moving blueliner. But the lack of goals make him a low-end Fantasy start.
News: Predators D Ryan Suter tallied a pair of assists and finished at plus-3 on Thursday against the Oilers. He has a pair of multi-assist games in December and seven assists in his last nine games.
Analysis: Suter is getting back on track offensively after struggling in November. He does his best work passing the puck. He is also pretty good on the defensive end. Suter is more of a No. 4 or No. 5 Fantasy defenseman.
News: Predators D Ryan Suter tallied a pair of assists and finished at plus-1 during Thursday's game against the Blue Jackets. He has four assists in his last four games but no goals since scoring twice on Oct. 22.
Analysis: Suter hasn't managed more than eight goals in a season before, so it's not like he is a dynamic scorer. He does his best work passing the puck. He is also pretty good on the defensive end. Suter is more of a No. 4 or No. 5 Fantasy defenseman.
News: Nashville D Ryan Suter recorded an assist on Steve Sullivan's game-opening goal on Tuesday in the 4-3 win over the Sharks. Suter later added another assist on Joel Ward's 2nd-period goal. He finished with two points -- both assists -- on the night.
Analysis: Suter had not scored any points since Oct. 28 and this was his first multi-point performance since recorded three points back on Oct. 22 at Ottawa. Consider Suter a viable No. 3 or No. 4 Fantasy defenseman but one who needs more nights like this one.
News: Predators D Ryan Suter had two goals and one assist during Thursday's game against the Senators. Suter notched his first goal on a snap shot past Pascal Leclaire 5:03 into the first period. He added his second goal on a power play with one minute left in the third. Suter came into the game with three assists in eight games.
Analysis: Fantasy owners have been patiently waiting for Suter to have his breakout game and they finally got it Thursday. Suter is not a big goal scorer as he lit the lamp just 23 times in his first 319 games. Still, he is a good passer and can play defense. Consider Suter a viable No. 3 or No. 4 Fantasy defenseman.
News:Ryan Suter broke a tie on a power play with 4:36 left, and Pekka Rinne made 33 saves to help the Nashville Predators win their third straight game, 4-3 over the Detroit Red Wings on Sunday night. Suter beat Chris Osgood with a slap shot from the top of the left circle for his seventh goal, just 29 seconds after Chris Chelios took a cross-checking penalty. It was his seventh goal and third in March.
Analysis: Suter has a season-high in goals, assists (nine) and points (12) in March. He is peaking at the right time for Fantasy owners. Suter is up to a career-high 44 points in 2008-09 and has become a solid offensive option alongside Shea Weber. Suter is worth a look as a No. 3 Fantasy defenseman.
News: Predators D Ryan Suter scored his sixth goal of the season in Tuesday's loss to the Capitals.
Analysis: Suter is two goals behind his career high of eight, but his owners won't complain as the blue-liner has a career-best 36 points. Continue to view Suter as a solid No. 4 Fantasy defenseman.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Predators D Ryan Suter added to his assist total Saturday against the Bruins, earning the second assist on David Legwand's first goal. Suter has four assists in his last three games.
Analysis: Suter has 30 points this season, one shy of his career high, which he set in 2007-08. He does already have a career-high 26 assists. Suter has met expectations thus far in 2008-09 after landing a four-year extension on the offseason. He is the Predators' second best defenseman behind Shea Weber and will get his offensive chances. Continue to view Suter as a solid No. 4 Fantasy defenseman.
News: Predators D Ryan Suter tallied two assists and finished at plus-1 in 26:24 of ice time Wednesday against the Canucks. He has three assists in his last two games, but hasn't scored in seven games.
Analysis: Suter has met expectations thus far in 2008-09 after landing a four-year extension on the offseason. He is up to 26 points and should pass his career-high of 31 barring a big-time second-half collapse. But he is the Predators' second best defenseman behind Shea Weber and will get his offensive chances. Continue to view Suter as a solid No. 4 Fantasy defenseman.
News: Predators D Ryan Suter tallied an assist -- his 20th -- and finished at minus-1 Monday against the Devils. He has one goal and three assists in his last seven games.
Analysis: Suter had one of the finest first-halfs of his young career and showed everyone he was worth the new contract he was handed in the offseason. Suter could break 30 points for a second straight season and has developed into a solid No. 4 Fantasy defenseman.
News: Predators D Ryan Suter assisted twice in Saturday's win over the Blackhawks. He now has four points in his last three games.
Analysis: Suter is having himself a career season so far with 23 points in 41 games. A defenseman ike Suter who can produce a point every other game is worth starting in most formats.
News: Predators D Ryan Suter netted his fourth goal of the season in Thursday's win over the Penguins.
Analysis: Suter is having himself a career season so far with 21 points in 40 games. A defenseman ike Suter who can produce a point every other game is worth starting in most formats.
News: Predators D Ryan Suter tallied a pair of assists and finished at minus-2 during Monday's game against the Blues. It was his first assists in seven games.
Analysis: Suter has produced 16 points in 27 games this season and is well on his way to topping his career-high of 31 points set in 2007-08. He is out to prove he is worth the contract extension he signed in the offseason. Since he is not an elite scorer, look to Suter as a No. 3 or No. 4 Fantasy defenseman.
News: Predators D Ryan Suter scored his second goal of the season Tuesday in a win over the Sharks. His other goal came in the first game of the season.
Analysis: Suter is playing on the top defensive pairing in Nashville with stud offensive blue-liner Shea Weber and is clearly thriving in that role so far. He signed a four-year extension in the offseason and is trying to show everyone he earned it. Suter has risen to being a No. 3 Fantasy defenseman, but could be in for a breakout season and a further rise up the rankings.
News: Predators D Ryan Suter, who put up a career-high 31 points last season, has continued to shine this campaign with a goal and eight assists in his first 12 games.
Analysis: Suter is playing on the top defensive pairing in Nashville with stud offensive blue-liner Shea Weber and is clearly thriving in that role so far. He signed a four-year extension in the offseason and is trying to show everyone he earned it. Suter has risen to being a No. 3 Fantasy defenseman, but could be in for a breakout season and a further rise up the rankings.
News: Predators D Ryan Suter had a pair of assists and finished at plus-2 in 24 minutes of ice time Thursday against the Oilers. Suter now has an assist in three straight games and four total. He has six assists in his last seven games.
Analysis: Suter is by far having the best start to a season in his career and it appears as though he is no longer in coach Barry Trotz's doghouse. He signed a four-year extension in the offseason and is trying to show everyone he earned it. Suter remains a No. 4 Fantasy defenseman at this time, but could be in for a breakout season.
News: Predators D Ryan Suter had a pair of assist and finished at minus-1 during Wednesday's game against the Stars. Suter now has three assists in his last two games and four points (one goal) in four games.
Analysis: Suter is by far having the best start to a season in his career and it appears as though he is no longer in coach Barry Trotz's doghouse. He signed a four-year extension in the offseason and is trying to show everyone he earned it. Suter remains a No. 4 Fantasy defenseman at this time, but could be in for a breakout season.
News: Defenseman Ryan Suter talked about the pressure to live up to his new four-year, $14 million contract starting this fall when Predators general manager David Poile interrupted. "To your new contract," Poile said. Suter resumed and finished, "To my new contract and just show up and perform every night, so it's a lot more responsibility now." The Nashville Predators are determined to keep as many of their young, talented players off the free agent market as possible, and Suter was the latest to benefit Monday. "We have a great core to build on and to be one of the best in the National Hockey League," Poile said. "Usually, when you have the best defense, I think that gives you a real good chance to compete for the prize, and that's ultimately what we want to do. That's why we're here today, and that's why we've taken another step in signing one of our core players in Ryan Suter."
Analysis: Suter has spent the past three seasons with the Predators and set career highs for assists (24), points (31) and penalty minutes (71) this past season. He led all of Nashville's defensemen with seven goals and was second in points. He helped make NHL history in Game 3 of the Predators' playoff series with Detroit in April, scoring a game-tying goal followed by Jason Arnott's game winner 9 seconds later. It was the first time in NHL history that a team had gone from trailing to leading a playoff game in less than 10 seconds. Suter spent some time in head coach Barry Trotz's doghouse earlier in the season, but seemed to respond as the season progressed. Suter will be a No. 4 or No. 5 Fantasy defenseman in 2008-09.
News: Predators D Ryan Suter tallied an assist and finished at plus-1 during Saturday's game against the Stars. He extended his points streak to three games. He has one goal and two assists in that span.
Analysis: Suter now has one goal and three assists in his last six games. Suter has really turned around his season since mid-January. He was in Barry Trotz's doghouse in early January, but has played better ever since. He is worth using as a No. 5 Fantasy defenseman.
News: Predators D Ryan Suter scored a goal, tallied an assist and finished at plus-2 during Sunday's game against the Wild. Suter put home a rebound of his own shot at 8:54 of the third period -- a goal that drew protests from the Wild because goalie Niklas Backstrom appeared to have covered up the puck before Suter jarred it loose. It was his sixth goal of the season, but first since Dec. 22.
Analysis: Suter has really turned around his season since mid-January. He was in Barry Trotz's doghouse in early January, but has played better in the last few weeks and has put nine points on the board in the last 17 games. He is worth using as a No. 5 or No. 6 Fantasy defenseman.
News: Predators D Ryan Suter tallied an assist and finished at plus-2 during Tuesday's game against the Red Wings. It was his 17th assist of the season, but his first point in eight games.
Analysis: Suter has managed seven assists in his last 17 games. He hasn't scored a goal since December, but is still seeing plenty of playing time in Nashville. Treat him as a No. 5 or No. 6 Fantasy defenseman.
News: Predators D Ryan Suter assisted twice in a 4-0 win over the Avalanche on Tuesday and now has five assists in his last five games.
Analysis: Suter, who is also at plus-4 in his last two games, has responded to Barry Trotz's benching. Trotz benched Suter earlier in January because of his poor play and it appears as though the third-year defenseman got the message. Consider him a No. 4 Fantasy defenseman at this time.
News: Predators D Ryan Suter tallied an assist and finished at plus-3 during Monday's game against the Blues. He now has an assist in three of his last five games since returning to the lineup after being a healthy scratch for two contests.
Analysis: Suter, who is also at plus-4 in his last five games, has responded to Barry Trotz's benching. Trotz benched Suter earlier in January because of his poor play and it appears as though the third-year defenseman got the message. Consider him a No. 4 Fantasy defenseman at this time.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Predators D Kevin Klein, who had played in back-to-back games, was a healthy scratch Sunday against the Blackhawks to make room for D Ryan Suter, who had missed the last two games as a healthy scratch.
Analysis: Head coach Barry Trotz has been very disappointed with Suter's play as of late and is hoping the temporary benching will spark his game. He has 15 points in 39 games, but Trotz expects more from the third-year defenseman. Suter is a low-end Fantasy option until he starts to pick up the pace. He is usually a No. 4 Fantasy defenseman when active.
News:The Sports Xchange reports Predators D Ryan Suter was a healthy scratch Saturday against the Wild. Predators coach Barry Trotz once again pointed out his disappointment in Suter's performance against Edmonton Thursday night. Suter has now been a healthy scratch in four of the last five games.
Analysis: Suter not playing really hurts Fantasy owners since he is owned in 45 percent of leagues. He already has 15 points in 36 games, but Trotz expects more from the third-year defenseman. This should only motivate him to play harder, but is a low-end Fantasy option until he starts to pick up the pace. He is usually a No. 4 Fantasy defenseman when active.
News: Predators D Ryan Suter scored a goal and added an assist during Saturday's game against the Kings. He finished at even. He now has one goal and two assists in his last three games.
Analysis: Suter has just one point -- a goal -- in seven games to open December, but he has been much better in his last three games. Suter has played more than 70 games in his first two NHL seasons and is now logging more than 21 minutes per game as a third-year player. He continues to improve and has developed into a nice No. 3 Fantasy defenseman at this time.
News: D Ryan Suter put the Predators ahead 3-0 midway through the second period Saturday against the Ducks with a wrist shot from the left point through traffic in front of goalie Jonas Hiller. It was his fourth goal this season and second in five games.
Analysis: Suter has played more than 70 games in his first two NHL seasons and is now logging more than 21 minutes per game as a third-year player. He continues to improve and has developed into a nice No. 3 Fantasy defenseman at this time.
News: D Ryan Suter led the Predators in ice time at St. Louis Monday, playing more than 23 minutes.
Analysis: Suter is a nice No. 4 Fantasy defenseman, as he is on pace for eight goals and 20 assists -- both would be career highs.
News: Ryan Suter has a point in each of his past three games (1 G, 2 A) for Nashville.
Analysis: Suter is a nice No. 3 or 4 Fantasy defenseman, as he is on pace for 10 goals and 25 assists -- both would be career highs.
News: Ryan Suter has managed a goal and plus-2 rating in two preseason games for the Predators, as he challenges for a role on one of the top two defensive pairings.
Analysis: Suter is likely behind Shea Weber and Marek Zidlicky, as well as Dan Hamhuis and perhaps veteran Greg de Vries. He should be able to hold off challenges Kevin Klein and Greg Zanon, especially since Klein is banged up. Suter is a nice No. 5 or 6 Fantasy option heading into the regular season.
News: C Jason Arnott, LW Martin Erat, RW Scott Hartnell and D Ryan Suter all scored goals in Monday's game against the Flames. Arnott had a minus-3 rating, while Erat also had an assist and plus-2 and the other two had a plus-1 rating.
Analysis: Suter ended a three-game scoreless stretch and four-game goal drought. He remains a decent play in all larger Fantasy leagues at this time.
News: Predators D Ryan Suter has one goal and two assists in his last six games. He now has five goals and 10 assists to go along with a plus-7 rating.
Analysis: Suter has started the new year off on the right foot after getting just one point in the month of December. The second-year defender is one point away from tying his point total from his rookie season. Suter should be used in leagues that reward heavily for plus/minus ratings.
News: Ryan Suter has managed four goals and 11 points with a plus-5 rating so far through 22 games with 14 penalty minutes.
Analysis: The Predators are the only team in the NHL to boast four defensemen with at least 11 points or more this season. Kimmo Timonen, Shea Weber and Marek Zidlicky are the other three.
News: Ryan Suter has scored goals in two of the past three games for the Nashville Predators. He has seven points (3 G, 4 A) and a plus-4 rating in 13 games this season.
Analysis: Suter has emerged as a solid Fantasy option in most leagues. He is especially attractive in long-term keeper formats.
News: Ryan Suter and Kimmo Timonen each had an assist in Thursday's game at New Jersey. This was the 500th career game for Timonen.
Analysis: Suter is emerging as a useful option in most Fantasy leagues, while Timonen remains a must-start in all formats.
News: The Nashville Tennessean reports Marek Zidlicky will now be paired with Ryan Suter. "We are moving people around a little bit," coach Barry Trotz said. Apparently, Trotz is more concerned with defense rather than offense.
Analysis: Shea Weber will skate with Dan Hamhuis and Kimmo Timonen will be paired up with rookie Mikko Lehtonen. The Predators have a very solid defensive corps and all are worth of Fantasy consideration, although only Hamhuis, Timonen and Zidlicky are must-starts.
News: Martin Erat and Ryan Suter had two assists and a plus-1 rating in Thursday's loss against the Blackhawks in the regular season opener.
Analysis: Erat and Suter are two players to watch among forwards and defensemen, as they have plenty of upside and seem to fly under the Fantasy radar.
News: Ryan Suter has posted one goal, 13 assists and a plus-5 rating with 48 penalty minutes through 54 games at the Olympic Games break.
Analysis: Suter is an up-and-coming Fantasy stud with great bloodlines, but he is only worth a look in larger weekly formats and keeper leagues at this point.
News: Ryan Suter scored a goal, added an assist and was a plus-4 in Wednesday's game at Chicago in 19:58 of ice time.
Analysis: The goal was the first of the season for Suter, so don't go out and pick him up just yet. He had one great game, but is still only worth a look in keeper leagues.
News: The Nashville Tennessean reports Suter will make his NHL debut on Wednesday night against the Sharks.
Analysis: The seventh overall pick in the 2003 NHL entry draft is a solid addition in keeper leagues, but he should not make much of a splash in yearly leagues just yet.
