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Smith registered two assists, including one on the power play, and added two shots on goal in Friday's 3-1 win over the Rangers.

Smith has two goals and two helpers over four games since he returned from an upper-body injury. The 20-year-old forward is up to a total of 33 points (nine on the power play), 88 shots on net and a plus-4 rating over 37 appearances. Smith has been on the top line since his return, giving him a steady path to offense alongside breakout superstar Macklin Celebrini.

Celebrini scored two goals on four shots in Friday's 3-1 win over the Rangers.

Celebrini scored on the power play just 1:09 into the game, and he added a second goal at 7:37 of the first period. He had gone six games without a goal prior to Friday, though he still put up five assists in that span. For the season, the 19-year-old superstar has 26 goals, 74 points (22 on the power play), 173 shots on net and a plus-12 rating across 50 outings.

Blueger scored a shorthanded goal on two shots and added three hits in Friday's 5-4 loss to the Devils.

This was Blueger's second game back in the lineup after a three-month absence due to a lower-body injury. He's posted two goals, seven shots on net, 10 hits, three blocked shots and a minus-2 rating over four appearances in a campaign marred by injuries. Blueger should occupy a middle-six role moving forward, and he'll offer depth scoring with a bit of a physical pop.

Karlsson scored a goal on four shots, added an assist and went plus-2 in Friday's 5-4 loss to the Devils.

Karlsson had gone 10 games without a goal entering Friday, though he had five assists in that span. He got the Canucks on the board midway through the second period and then set up a Brock Boeser tally to get them within one late in the third period. The comeback came up short, but this was a positive outing for Karlsson, who continues to be a pleasant surprise in a bottom-six role. He's at 11 goals, 24 points, 76 shots on net, 62 hits, 26 PIM and a minus-5 rating over 48 appearances.

Hischier scored a goal and added an assist, both on the power play, in Friday's 5-4 win over the Canucks.

Hischier ended a three-game skid with the effort. He has three multi-point efforts over his last six outings. The 27-year-old center is up to 16 goals, 39 points (14 on the power play), 129 shots on net, 44 blocked shots, 39 hits and a minus-6 rating through 51 contests. Hischier's farther back from a point-per-game pace this season than he has been in the last three years, but he should still be able to reach the 60-point threshold.

Glass scored twice on four shots, added an assist and blocked two shots in Friday's 5-4 win over the Canucks.

Glass and Lenni Hameenaho connected well to provide the Devils with ample depth scoring in this contest. Over the last seven games, Glass has six goals and three assists, as well as 19 shots on net and a plus-5 rating. The 26-year-old center is up to 13 goals, 18 points, 72 shots on net, 29 hits, 21 blocked shots, 23 PIM and a plus-3 rating through 40 appearances. He's worth streaming in fantasy as long as his offense stays hot.

Barre-Boulet scored a goal and added two assists in AHL Colorado's 4-1 win over Bakersfield on Friday.

Barre-Boulet recently got a game with the Avalanche, but it didn't lead to a long-term stay with the big club. He's at least gotten himself on the radar with 13 goals and 40 points over 38 outings at the AHL level. The Avalanche have utilized a number of depth forwards for spot games here and there when injuries are a problem for the team.

Groulx scored a goal and added two assists in AHL Toronto's 4-3 overtime loss to Springfield on Friday.

Groulx has been steady in the AHL lately with 12 goals and six assists over his last 17 games. For the season, the 25-year-old forward has a career-high 19 goals in 39 outings. He's added 14 assists and 89 shots on net. Groulx's strong performance with the Marlies hasn't led to an NHL call-up yet, and since he's on a two-year contract, he won't be able to immediately cash in on what's likely to be his best AHL campaign.

Finley sustained an undisclosed injury in Friday's game versus the Blackhawks, Benjamin Pierce of the Lightning's official site reports.

Finley fought Nick Foligno on his first shift of the game, but he came away worse for wear. There was no update on Finley's status after the contest, leaving him questionable to play Saturday versus the Blue Jackets. Simon Lundmark, a defenseman, is the lone healthy extra on the Lightning's roster currently.

Chovan scored a goal and added two assists in OHL Sudbury's 5-4 overtime loss to Brantford on Friday.

Chovan has earned six points over his last three games, earning four goals and two assists in that span. For the season, he's up to 12 goals and 28 points over 37 appearances. The Kings prospect isn't having a great first OHL campaign, but considering he's playing this well on a struggling team, he's done a fine job.