Theodore getting nod in net Saturday
Fanball Fantasy Hockey News - Newsbreakers — ... Updating a previous report, it appears as if Jose Theodore will get the start in net for the Caps on Saturday, according to beat writer Tarik El-Bashir. Theodore was first off the ice at the morning skate, which usually indicates that he will start. ...

Jose Theodore / Theodore getting nod in net Saturday
FantasySP / ALL / Player News — ... will get the start in net for the Caps on Saturday, according to beat writer Tarik El-Bashir. Theodore was first off the ice at the morning skate, which usually indicates that he will start. ...

Fleischmann back with Caps
Fanball Fantasy Hockey News - Newsbreakers — The News Washington Capitals' beat writer Tarik El-Bashir is reporting that Tomas Fleischmann has rejoined the team. Fleischmann has not been activated yet, but Alexandre Giroux has been sent to the team's AHL affiliate in Hershey. Our View Fleischmann ...

Giroux sent to AHL by Caps
Fanball Fantasy Hockey News - Newsbreakers — The News Alexandre Giroux has been sent back to the AHL by the Capitals, according to the Twitter page of beat writer Tarik El-Bashir. Giroux has scored one goal in his three games with the Caps this season. Our View Giroux joined the team last week, and ...

Tomas Fleischmann / Fleischmann back with Caps
FantasySP / ALL / Player News — Washington Capitals' beat writer Tarik El-Bashir is reporting that Tomas Fleischmann has rejoined the team. Fleischmann has not been activated yet, but Alexandre Giroux has been sent to the team's AHL affiliate in Hershey. Our View: Fleischmann was down in Hershey on a conditioning stint, so it stands to reason that he will be activated by the team if he is back in Washington. He is coming off a career season, but is a fringe fantasy performer at best. Read more Tomas_Fleischmann news

Varlamov likely starting Thursday
Fanball Fantasy Hockey News - Newsbreakers — The News Capitals' beat writer Tarik El-Bashir is reporting on Twitter that Semyon Varlamov will likely start in net for the team against the Thrashers on Thursday. Varlamov is 4-0-0 this season in his four starts. Our View The 4-0-0 record is very ...

Semyon Varlamov / Varlamov likely starting Thursday
FantasySP / ALL / Player News — Capitals' beat writer Tarik El-Bashir is reporting on Twitter that Semyon Varlamov will likely start in net for the team against the Thrashers on Thursday. Varlamov is 4-0-0 this season in his four starts. Our View: The 4-0-0 record is very impressive, but his .884 save percentage and 3.24 GAA aren't. Varlamov is getting plenty of support from his offense, but those numbers will catch up with him if he doesn't pick up his game. Read more Semyon_Varlamov news

Fleischmann likely making debut Thursday
Fanball Fantasy Hockey News - Newsbreakers — The News Tomas Fleischmann is expected to make his 2009-2010 season debut on Thursday night against the Thrashers, according to the Twitter page of beat writer Tarik El-Bashir. Fleischmann missed the early part of the season due to a blood clot in his leg. Our ...

Young starting for Titans
Fanball Fantasy Football News - Newsbreakers — The News The Nashville Tennessean is reporting that sources are indicating that Vince Young will get the start for the Titans this week. An official announcement is expected later this afternoon. Our View The article cites sources within the organization, ...

Young starting for Titans
No-Offseason.com — Home > Player News > Young starting for Titans Young starting for Titans October 29, 2009 at 11:13 am | Article by Rototimes | Print This Page Print This Page | The News The Nashville Tennessean is reporting that sources are indicating that Vince Young will get the start for the Titans this week. An official announcement is expected later this afternoon. Our View The article cites sources within the organization, so it looks like the decision has been made. Jeff Fisher is expected to make the announcement in a few hours, so we will know for sure before long. Tags: ...

Semyon Varlamov: Will Start Wednesday
RotoWire.com NHL Latest News — ... to add the player to your watchlist RotoWire Update Recommendation WAS 11/4/2009 Varlamov will start in goal Wednesday, Capitals beat writer Tarik El-Bashir reports. Varlamov is expected to start Wedne... ...

Jeff Schultz / Green, Schultz both out Saturday
FantasySP / ALL / Player News — Washington Capitals' beat writer Tarik El-Bashir is reporting that defensemen Mike Green and Jeff Schultz are both out of Saturday's game against the Panthers. Both players left Friday's game due to injury. Our View: Both players were game-time decisions for tonight's game, and both are being held out. With Alex Oveckin already on IR, the team can ill-afford to be without Green for any amount of time. We will montor the injuries of each player, so stay tuned. Read more Jeff_Schultz news

Theodore starting in net Saturday
Fanball Fantasy Hockey News - Newsbreakers — The News Jose Theodore will start in net for the Capitals on Saturday, according to the Twitter page of beat writer Tarik El-Bashir. Theodore is 4-2-4 on the season. Our View Theodore looked like he was just keeping the job warm for Semyon Varlomov heading ...

Green, Schultz both out Saturday
Fanball Fantasy Hockey News - Newsbreakers — The News Washington Capitals' beat writer Tarik El-Bashir is reporting that defensemen Mike Green and Jeff Schultz are both out of Saturday's game against the Panthers. Both players left Friday's game due to injury. Our View Both players were game-time ...

Jeff Schultz / Schultz scratched again Wednesday
FantasySP / ALL / Player News — Capitals' defenseman Jeff Schultz will be scratched yet again on Wednesday, according to the Twitter page of beat writer Tarik El-Bashir. Schultz is reportedly dealing with a lower-body injury that has kept him out since November 6. Our View: Schultz is a nice defenseman for the Caps, but his five points in 12 games isn't a great number for fantasy owners. He has some potential, but he's not worth holding onto while injured. Read more Jeff_Schultz news

Jose Theodore / Theodore likely starting Wednesday
FantasySP / ALL / Player News — Washington Capitals' beat writer Tarik El-Bashir is reporting that goaltender Jose Theodore is the likely starter for Wednesday's game against the Islanders. Theodore is 5-2-4 on the season in 11 starts for the team this season. Our View: Theo's last start ended in a win over the Panthers, but he did allow four goals in that outing. Overall, his numbers have been solid this season, as he has posted a .908 save percentage and 2.84 GAA. He plays for a good team, and should be good fantasy option as long as he keeps his job ahead of Semyon ...

Schultz scratched again Wednesday
Fanball Fantasy Hockey News - Newsbreakers — The News Capitals' defenseman Jeff Schultz will be scratched yet again on Wednesday, according to the Twitter page of beat writer Tarik El-Bashir. Schultz is reportedly dealing with a lower-body injury that has kept him out since November 6. Our View ...

Theodore likely starting Wednesday
Fanball Fantasy Hockey News - Newsbreakers — The News Washington Capitals' beat writer Tarik El-Bashir is reporting that goaltender Jose Theodore is the likely starter for Wednesday's game against the Islanders. Theodore is 5-2-4 in 11 starts for the team this season. Our View Theo's last start ...

Ovechkin a game-time decision Saturday
Fanball Fantasy Hockey News - Newsbreakers — The News Washington Capitals' beat writer Tarik El-Bashir is reporting on Twitter that star forward Alexander Ovechkin will be a game-time decision Saturday against the Devils. Ovechkin practiced in full on Thursday for the first time since his injury. Our ...

Ovechkin skates with top line
Fanball Fantasy Hockey News - Newsbreakers — November 14, 2009 Washington Capitals' beat writer Tarik El-Bashir is reporting on Twitter that star forward Alexander Ovechkin will be a game-time decision Saturday against the Devils. Ovechkin practiced in full on Thursday for the first time since his injury. Our View: Ovechkin yelled from the ice that he is playing tonight, but coach Bruce Boudreau is still sticking with game-time decision. The Caps have a big match-up against the Devils, so don't be shocked if Alex the Great is on the ice. We will try to update his status before the drop of the puck, but it is probably worth it to put him in your lineup for ...

Jose Theodore / Neuvirth recalled by Caps
FantasySP / ALL / Player News — The Washington Capitals have recalled goalie Michal Neuvirth from Hershey of the AHL, according to beat writer Tarik El-Bashir. Neuvirth will serve as the backup to Semyon Varlamov while Jose Theodore deals with a personal matter. Our View: Neuvirth isn't likely to be with the team for long, as Theodore isn't expected to miss much time. He has a future in the league, but he doesn't figure to spend much time in the NHL this season unless one of the two goalies above him gets hurt. Read ...

Theodore unavailable Tuesday
Fanball Fantasy Hockey News - Newsbreakers — The News According to the Twitter page of Washington Capitals' beat writer Tarik El-Bashir, goaltender Jose Theodore has returned home to deal with a personal matter. Theodore will be unavailable for the team's Tuesday night tussle with the Rangers. Our View ...

Neuvirth recalled by Caps
Fanball Fantasy Hockey News - Newsbreakers — The News The Washington Capitals have recalled goalie Michal Neuvirth from Hershey of the AHL, according to beat writer Tarik El-Bashir. Neuvirth will serve as the backup to Semyon Varlamov while Jose Theodore deals with a personal matter. Our View ...

Beagle recalled by Capitals
Fanball Fantasy Hockey News - Newsbreakers — The News Capitals' beat writer Tarik El-Bashir is reporting on Twitter that the team has recalled center Jay Beagle from the AHL. Beagle will serve as insurance in case David Steckel is unable to skate after being struck by a slap shot in practice on Monday. Our ...

Ovechkin will return Tuesday night
Fanball Fantasy Hockey News - Newsbreakers — November 14, 2009 Washington Capitals' beat writer Tarik El-Bashir is reporting on Twitter that star forward Alexander Ovechkin will be a game-time decision Saturday against the Devils. Ovechkin practiced in full on Thursday for the first time since his injury. Our View: Ovechkin yelled from the ice that he is playing tonight, but coach Bruce Boudreau is still sticking with game-time decision. The Caps have a big match-up against the Devils, so don't be shocked if Alex the Great is on the ice. We will try to update his status before the drop of the puck, but it is probably worth it to put him in your lineup for ...

Steckel will play Tuesday
Fanball Fantasy Hockey News - Newsbreakers — The News Washington Capitals' center David Steckel said he will play on Tuesday against the Rangers, according to the Twitter page of beat writer Tarik El-Bashir. Steckel was struck with a shot during practice on Monday. Our View Steckel said the injury ...

Laing to miss weeks
Fanball Fantasy Hockey News - Newsbreakers — The News Capitals' beat writer Tarik El-Bashir is reporting that forward Quintin Laing suffered a broken jaw in Tuesday game. Laing is expected to miss "weeks", according to a team official. Our View It has been a rough season thus far for Laing, as he ...

Alexander Semin / Semin could miss weekend
FantasySP / ALL / Player News — Capitals' beat writer Tarik El-Bashir is reporting that forward Alexander Semin could miss the entire weekend with his wrist injury. Semin was seen with a soft brace on his wrist at the team facility on Wednesday. Our View: It doesn't appear that this injury is too serious, but he might miss the next few days. Owners should monitor his recovery, and expect him to be back in the lineup by early next week if he does miss the weekend. Read more Alexander_Semin news

Jose Theodore / Theodore needs more time
FantasySP / ALL / Player News — Capitals' goaltender Jose Theodore was back with the team at practice on Wednesday, according to Tarik El-Bashir. Theodore might sit out the weekend before returning to action. Our View: Theodore has some personal issues, so the team might wait until next week to get him active again. El-Bashir suggests that the team might split the two weekend games between Semyon Varlamov and Michael Neuvirth, so keep that in mind. Read more Jose_Theodore news

Semin could miss weekend
Fanball Fantasy Hockey News - Newsbreakers — The News Capitals' beat writer Tarik El-Bashir is reporting that forward Alexander Semin could miss the entire weekend with his wrist injury. Semin was seen with a soft brace on his wrist at the team facility on Wednesday. Our View It doesn't appear that ...

Theodore needs more time
Fanball Fantasy Hockey News - Newsbreakers — The News Capitals' goaltender Jose Theodore was back with the team at practice on Wednesday, according to Tarik El-Bashir. Theodore might sit out the weekend before returning to action. Our View Theodore has some personal issues, so the team might wait ...

Mike Knuble / Knuble skates with Caps
FantasySP / ALL / Player News — Capitals' winger Mike Knuble skated on Wednesday for the first time since undergoing surgery on his left pinky finger, according to beat writer Tarik El-Bashir. Knuble is not eligible to return until December 9 after the team placed him on the long-term injury list. Our View: Knuble will continue to skate with the team and rehab his injury, and he is expected to return when eligible on the 9th. He had 15 points in the first 19 games this season, so he will be sorely missed while on the shelf. Read more Mike_Knuble news

Knuble skates with Caps
Fanball Fantasy Hockey News - Newsbreakers — The News Capitals' winger Mike Knuble skated on Wednesday for the first time since undergoing surgery on his left pinky finger, according to beat writer Tarik El-Bashir. Knuble is not eligible to return until December 9 after the team placed him on the long-term injury list. ...

Tim Gleason / Ovechkin helped off the ice Monday
FantasySP / ALL / Player News — Washington Capitals' beat writer Tarik El-Bashir is reporting that forward Alexander Ovechkin was helped off the ice after a right knee to left knee hit on Carolina's Tim Gleason. Ovechkin was given a five minute major and a game misconduct for the hit. Our View: This was a major double-whammy for the Caps, as Ovechkin took the penalty and possible the worst of the exchange. We will update his status later, but he could face discipline from the league regardless of his injury status. Read more Tim Gleason news

Ovechkin helped off the ice Monday
Fanball Fantasy Hockey News - Newsbreakers — The News Washington Capitals' beat writer Tarik El-Bashir is reporting that forward Alexander Ovechkin was helped off the ice after a right knee to left knee hit on Carolina's Tim Gleason. Ovechkin was given a five minute major and a game misconduct for the hit. Our ...

Theodore takes win in Philadelphia
Fanball Fantasy Hockey News - Newsbreakers — November 11, 2009 Washington Capitals' beat writer Tarik El-Bashir is reporting that goaltender Jose Theodore is the likely starter for Wednesday's game against the Islanders. Theodore is 5-2-4 in 11 starts for the team this season. Our View: Theo's last start ended in a win over the Panthers, but he did allow four goals in that outing. Overall, his numbers have been solid this season, as he has posted a .908 save percentage and 2.84 GAA. He plays for a good team, and should be good fantasy option as long as he keeps his job ahead of Semyon Varlamov.

Theodore falls to Sabres
Fanball Fantasy Hockey News - Newsbreakers — November 11, 2009 Washington Capitals' beat writer Tarik El-Bashir is reporting that goaltender Jose Theodore is the likely starter for Wednesday's game against the Islanders. Theodore is 5-2-4 in 11 starts for the team this season. Our View: Theo's last start ended in a win over the Panthers, but he did allow four goals in that outing. Overall, his numbers have been solid this season, as he has posted a .908 save percentage and 2.84 GAA. He plays for a good team, and should be good fantasy option as long as he keeps his job ahead of Semyon Varlamov.

Giroux demoted
Fanball Fantasy Hockey News - Newsbreakers — October 28, 2009 Alexandre Giroux has been sent back to the AHL by the Capitals, according to the Twitter page of beat writer Tarik El-Bashir. Giroux has scored one goal in his three games with the Caps this season. Our View: Giroux joined the team last week, and he did managed to net a goal in his short stint. He will likely find his way back to Washington a few times this season, but he isn't a threat for fantasy production.

Theodore starting Friday
Fanball Fantasy Hockey News - Newsbreakers — November 11, 2009 Washington Capitals' beat writer Tarik El-Bashir is reporting that goaltender Jose Theodore is the likely starter for Wednesday's game against the Islanders. Theodore is 5-2-4 in 11 starts for the team this season. Our View: Theo's last start ended in a win over the Panthers, but he did allow four goals in that outing. Overall, his numbers have been solid this season, as he has posted a .908 save percentage and 2.84 GAA. He plays for a good team, and should be good fantasy option as long as he keeps his job ahead of Semyon Varlamov.

Theodore out Saturday
Fanball Fantasy Hockey News - Newsbreakers — November 11, 2009 Washington Capitals' beat writer Tarik El-Bashir is reporting that goaltender Jose Theodore is the likely starter for Wednesday's game against the Islanders. Theodore is 5-2-4 in 11 starts for the team this season. Our View: Theo's last start ended in a win over the Panthers, but he did allow four goals in that outing. Overall, his numbers have been solid this season, as he has posted a .908 save percentage and 2.84 GAA. He plays for a good team, and should be good fantasy option as long as he keeps his job ahead of Semyon Varlamov.

Fleischmann blasts two goals
Fanball Fantasy Hockey News - Newsbreakers — October 29, 2009 Tomas Fleischmann is expected to make his 2009-2010 season debut on Thursday night against the Thrashers, according to the Twitter page of beat writer Tarik El-Bashir. Fleischmann missed the early part of the season due to a blood clot in his leg. Our View: Fleischmann rejoined the team yesterday, and all indications are pointing to him playing tonight. His 37 points last season were a career high, so we will see if he can improve on those numbers this season.

Theodore claims win at Colorado
Fanball Fantasy Hockey News - Newsbreakers — November 11, 2009 Washington Capitals' beat writer Tarik El-Bashir is reporting that goaltender Jose Theodore is the likely starter for Wednesday's game against the Islanders. Theodore is 5-2-4 in 11 starts for the team this season. Our View: Theo's last start ended in a win over the Panthers, but he did allow four goals in that outing. Overall, his numbers have been solid this season, as he has posted a .908 save percentage and 2.84 GAA. He plays for a good team, and should be good fantasy option as long as he keeps his job ahead of Semyon Varlamov.

Theodore unimpressive again
Fanball Fantasy Hockey News - Newsbreakers — November 11, 2009 Washington Capitals' beat writer Tarik El-Bashir is reporting that goaltender Jose Theodore is the likely starter for Wednesday's game against the Islanders. Theodore is 5-2-4 in 11 starts for the team this season. Our View: Theo's last start ended in a win over the Panthers, but he did allow four goals in that outing. Overall, his numbers have been solid this season, as he has posted a .908 save percentage and 2.84 GAA. He plays for a good team, and should be good fantasy option as long as he keeps his job ahead of Semyon Varlamov.