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He shoots, he scores! Right? At least, that’s how it’s supposed to work, if only 10% of the time. Well, turns out, occasionally a particularly unlucky he shoots – a fair bit, even – and doesn’t score as often as you might reasonably expect. In that view, here’s a roundup of a few forwards who, while rifling the puck on net frequently enough, aren’t reaping their due scoring rewards.
At least, to date.
Meaning, in adherence to the law of averages, the following are bound to see their fortunes turn. Which could benefit managers looking to bolster their lineups with fantasy assets on the scoring upswing. For extra fun, I’m also including each player’s current (unusually low) shooting percentage and (negative) Goals Above Expected integer, compliments of MoneyPuck.
Evgeny Kuznetsov, Washington Capitals (Rostered in 73.1% of ESPN.com leagues): The Capitals’ second-line center and power-play asset has two goals – both scored in the same game – to his credit through 20 games. That’s it. One fewer than supporting cast member Sonny Milano, who’s played only nine contests thus far. While more recognized for his contributions in the assists column, the 10-year veteran is still good for 20-plus goals through a full season. Which means fantasy managers should realize he has some catching up to do. (3.6 shooting pct./-2.3 GAE)
Mathew Barzal, New York Islanders (76.6%): I’m having some difficulty wrapping my head around the opaque fantasy shade thrown Barzal’s way this year, considering he’s bettering a point/game pace with two goals and 21 assists, including 10 power-play points, in 21 contests. I suppose the measly pair of goals is at issue. (But still, 21 assists and 10 power-play points!) Nevertheless, considering the Isles forward is still shooting plenty enough, the goals should start piling…
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