Goals

Kyle Connor continues to be a reliable goal scorer, averaging 0.5 goals and 3.5 shots per game since 2021-22. Partnered with Mark Scheifele and Gabriel Vilardi, Connor is poised for another 40-goal season. Brayden Point of Tampa Bay also remains a top contender with a 0.58 goals per game average since 2022-23.

Power-play Points

Clayton Keller of Utah leads in power-play production, with 37 of his 90 points last season coming on the power play. Detroit's Lucas Raymond is another rising star, contributing significantly with the man advantage.

Assists

Jesper Bratt of New Jersey is a standout with 67 assists in 2024-25. Vancouver's Quinn Hughes and Columbus's Zach Werenski also excel in this category, making them valuable picks for any fantasy league.

Short-handed Points

Alex Tuch leads with nine short-handed points, providing a critical edge in tight matchups. Chris Kreider of Anaheim is another player to watch for his ability to produce in all situations.

Shots

Brady Tkachuk of Ottawa is a fantasy gem, leading in shots on goal with 296 in just 72 games. New Jersey's Timo Meier and Calgary's Nazem Kadri are also prolific shooters, adding depth to your roster.

Blocked Shots

MacKenzie Weegar of Calgary and Detroit's Moritz Seider are top defenders in blocked shots, combining defensive prowess with offensive contributions.

Hits

J.T. Miller of Vancouver and New York's Will Cuylle are physical forces, with Cuylle amassing 300 hits last season. Vancouver's Kiefer Sherwood led the league with an impressive 462 hits.

Faceoffs Won

Sidney Crosby continues to dominate faceoffs, making him a valuable asset in any league. New York's Vincent Trocheck is another top performer in this category.

Goalie Wins

Connor Hellebuyck, Andrei Vasilevskiy, and Jake Oettinger are the busiest and most successful goalies, leading in wins. Keep an eye on Anaheim's Lukas Dostal for sleeper potential.

Save Percentage

Anthony Stolarz of Toronto and Scott Wedgewood of Colorado are skilled part-timers who can significantly impact your save percentage. Columbus's Jet Greaves is a super-sleeper with a .938 SV% in limited appearances.

Goals-Against Average

Frederik Andersen of Carolina and Darcy Kuemper of Los Angeles are top choices for maintaining a low goals-against average, thanks to their defensive teams.

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