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Predators' Brady Skjei: Inks seven-year deal
Brady Skjei agreed to terms on a seven-year, $49 million contract with Nashville on Monday, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet reports.Skjei is the third big signing for the Nashville Predators on the first day of free agency, joining Steven Stamkos and Jonathan Marchessault in the Music City. Last season, the 30-year-old Skjei set new personal bests with 47 points and 12 power-play points in 80 regular-season games. While Roman Josi won't be giving up his spot on the No. 1 power-play unit, Skjei could be tasked with quarterbacking the second group, which should bolster his fantasy value heading into the 2024-25 campaign.
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Hurricanes' Brady Skjei: Nets game-winner on power play
Brady Skjei scored a power-play goal in Saturday's 4-3 win over the Rangers in Game 4.Ryan Lindgren took a tripping penalty late in the third period, and Skjei made the Rangers pay. The goal was Skjei's first of the playoffs, but he's been heavily involved with seven assists and 20 shots on net over nine postseason appearances. The defenseman also has a plus-6 rating, 15 hits and 11 blocked shots as he continues to thrive in a top-four role.
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Hurricanes' Brady Skjei: Supplies assist in Game 3
Brady Skjei collected an assist in Thursday's 3-2 overtime loss against the Rangers in Game 3.Skjei has recorded a helper in consecutive contests, bringing him up to seven assists in eight playoff outings this year. This has been his most successful postseason run in terms of personal offensive production. His previous career high in playoff points came in 2017 when he recorded four goals and five points across 12 outings as a member of the Rangers. However, his offensive output hasn't been enough to push Carolina past his former team -- New York has a 3-0 series lead going into Game 4 on Saturday.
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Hurricanes' Brady Skjei: Records assist Tuesday
Brady Skjei notched an even-strength assist in Tuesday's 4-3 double-overtime loss to the Rangers in Game 2.Skjei assisted on Dmitry Orlov's late first-period tally to give Carolina a 2-1 lead heading into the second frame. As Orlov skated towards the front of the net from the corner, Skjei floated a shot from the point that was redirected past Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin. However, the 30-year-old Skjei ultimately took a penalty in overtime that New York took advantage of to win the game. Look for Skjei to rebound with a strong effort in Game 3 on Thursday.
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Hurricanes' Brady Skjei: Earns two assists in win
Brady Skjei recorded two assists in a 6-3 victory over the Islanders in Game 5 on Tuesday.While Skjei remains goalless in his last 11 outings, the blueliner has tallied an impressive 10 helpers over that stretch, including three with the man advantage. With injuries piling up among the Canes' defensemen, the 30-year-old Skjei could see an uptick in both even strength and power-play minutes heading into the next round of the playoffs.
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Hurricanes' Brady Skjei: Dishes pair of assists
Brady Skjei registered two assists, two hits and a plus-2 rating in Saturday's 3-1 win over the Islanders in Game 1.Skjei helped out on the first two Carolina Hurricanes goals in the contest, including Evgeny Kuznetsov's opening tally on the power play. Skjei was on a five-game assist streak to end the regular season, though he was rested for the final two contests. The 30-year-old had a career-high 47 points with 90 blocked shots and 185 shots on net over 80 appearances this year, so he could offer some all-around fantasy value from the blue line in playoff competitions.
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Hurricanes' Brady Skjei: Returning to lineup
Brady Skjei (rest) was back at practice Thursday after getting Tuesday's game versus Columbus off, Walt Ruff of the Carolina Hurricanes' official site reports.Skjei missed the last two games of the regular season, as coach Rod Brind'Amour gave him some time off in order to be healthy and ready for the team's playoff matchup versus the Islanders. Skjei had a five-game point streak at the end of the season, finishing the 2023-24 campaign with 13 goals and a career-high 47 points. He will likely be paired alongside Brett Pesce entering the postseason.
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Hurricanes' Brady Skjei: Not playing after all
Brady Skjei (rest) will be out of the lineup Tuesday versus the Blue Jackets, Walt Ruff of the Carolina Hurricanes' official site reports.Skjei was poised to rejoin the lineup after also resting in Sunday's 4-2 victory over Chicago, but he'll instead get another game off heading into the postseason. The 30-year-old defenseman ends the regular season at a career-high 47 points with 185 shots on net, 90 blocked shots, 69 hits and a plus-15 rating over 80 appearances. Skjei should be good for a top-four role in the playoffs.
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Hurricanes' Brady Skjei: Back in action
Brady Skjei (rest) will be in the lineup Tuesday versus the Blue Jackets, according to Walt Ruff of the Carolina Hurricanes' official site.Skjei will play on the top pairing with Brent Burns after sitting out Sunday's 4-2 win over Chicago for roster management purposes. The 30-year-old Skjei has 13 goals, 47 points, 185 shots on net and 90 blocked shots in 80 contests this campaign.
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Hurricanes' Brady Skjei: Out Sunday
Brady Skjei will not play Sunday against Chicago, Walt Ruff of the Carolina Hurricanes' official site reports.As things stand, it sounds like Skjei is simply getting a rest day after suiting up for Carolina's first 80 games. The veteran blueliner has racked up 13 goals among his career-high 47 points this season. He'll likely be back in the lineup for Tuesday's regular-season finale against Columbus.
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