Jack Studnicka has been recalled by the Boston Bruins.

The Wire Troll: Jack Studnicka Gets His Shot

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Connolly enjoyed a breakout effort with the Caps last season, but after signing with the Panthers this season, he’s taking it to the next level. He has five goals and an assist over the last five games, giving him 19 points through 25 games, putting him on pace to flirt with 40 goals this season. Not many expected this dude to be leading the Cats in goals nearly a third of the way through the season, but here we are, so grab Connolly while you can.

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The Wire Troll: Do the Caps Have Another Great Goalie in Ilya Samsonov?

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Continuing his career season, Pageau exploded on Wednesday, scoring on all three of his shots, one of which was the game-winner, while going +4 with two penalty minutes. The pending UFA may simply be adding to his trade value as rumours suggest the Sens won’t be able to re-sign him, so may deal him this season. And with six goals in his last five games, and currently sitting at a 50-goal pace, Pageau is going to fetch plenty.

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Lars Eller seems to keep getting better for the Washington Capitals.

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Eller has been hot lately, racking up five points over his last five games, while going +2 with 10 shots and one short-handed marker. He slipped a tad offensively last season, but with 10 points in his first 14 games, he could he headed for a career best. Eller was seeing time on the second line earlier this season, but he’s now spearheading the third line.

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Sam Lafferty has emerged as a force for the Pittsburgh Penguins.

The Wire Troll: Sam Lafferty Providing Great Value

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Tanev has been a real boon to the Pens’ special teams, killing penalties (even scoring a shorty) and drawing plenty of penalties as well. He’s recorded points in three straight games, and is well on pace to shatter his career season from 2018-19, when he put up 29 points in 80 games for the Jets. Tanev has yet to take a penalty, but his only goal was a game-winner.

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Kris Russell is a shot-blocking demon for the Edmonton Oilers.

The Wire Troll: Kris Russell Could Get Early PT Boost

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Another youngster with a boatload of potential, Nylander looked really dangerous in the Hawks’ season debut, taking advantage of a turnover and then using the screen nicely for a goal. Remember that this dude went eighth overall in 2016, but after failing to make much of an impact for the Sabres, he was dealt to Chicago in early July. It’s a great move for Nylander, and he’s far more likely to see significant action for the Hawks (getting over 15 minutes in the first game).

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