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Ullmark stopped 16 of 18 shots in Saturday's 3-2 shootout win over the Predators.

Ullmark endured a difficult opening period, surrendering goals to Ross Colton and Jonathan Marchessault as Nashville established a 2-0 lead. However, the veteran netminder settled down and kept the Predators scoreless through the final two periods and overtime, allowing Ottawa to complete its comeback. Ullmark finished with an .889 save percentage and extended his strong start to the campaign. He's won each of his first four starts while allowing two or fewer goals each time. That translates to an impressive 81 saves on 86 shots faced -- good for a .941 save percentage.

Marner scored a goal on three shots and added an assist, both on the power play, in Saturday's 2-1 overtime win over the Kings.

Marner's tally was the overtime winner as he cashed in from the slot. The 29-year-old picked up his first multi-point effort of the season in the process. Marner has two goals, three assists, 18 shots on net, four blocked shots, three hits and a minus-1 rating over six appearances this season. He's firmly in a top-six role and should be capable of hovering around at least a point-per-game pace.

Batherson scored a goal on two shots, added two hits and a takeaway in Saturday's 3-2 shootout win over the Predators.

Batherson scored the game-tying goal with 1:23 remaining in regulation, helping Ottawa erase a 2-0 deficit and force overtime. His late contribution proved crucial in a contest where the Senators managed just 18 shots on goal, and Ottawa ultimately completed the comeback in the shootout. Batherson went pointless in the season opener but has cracked the scoresheet in three of his last four games, tallying three goals and one assist over that span. He should remain productive as long as he remains in a top-six role, particularly if he skates alongside Tim Stutzle.

Matthews scored twice and had two assists in Saturday's 6-3 win over Colorado.

It was Matthews' 84th multi-goal game to move within one of tying Joe Mullen (85) for the third most in NHL history among U.S.-born players. After being held scoreless in his first two games, Matthews has gone on a four-game rip with four goals, six assists and 17 shots. There are two, four-point outbursts in that span. His 10 points put him into a tie for fifth overall in the NHL. Matthews is back, hockey lovers -- this season is going to be a great ride.

Hart allowed one goal on 27 shots in Saturday's 2-1 overtime win over the Kings.

This was Hart's best start of the season, and it had to be as the Golden Knights posted their lowest goal total of the campaign. The 28-year-old did his part, and goals by Trevor Connelly and Mitch Marner did the rest. Hart is 3-1-0 with nine goals allowed on 100 shots over his four outings this season. He'll continue to be the Golden Knights' top goalie as long as the results stay positive. Up next is a road back-to-back with stops in Minnesota on Monday and in Nashville on Tuesday, which will likely lead to Hart and Adin Hill splitting the next two games.

Stutzle scored a power-play goal, added an even-strength assist and recorded three shots on goal in Saturday's 3-2 shootout win over the Predators.

Stutzle was involved in both of Ottawa's goals, finding the twine at the 9:29 mark of the second period and assisting on Drake Batherson's late equalizer in the third frame with only 1:23 left in regulation. His heavy workload reflected his importance to Ottawa's attack, and he remained a consistent offensive presence despite the Senators generating just 18 shots on goal. Stutzle has enjoyed an excellent start to the season, cracking the scoresheet in four of his first five games and racking up eight points (four goals, four assists) so far.

Nylander scored twice and had three assists Saturday in a 6-3 win over the Avalanche.

Nylander tied a career high with the effort. The star forward had two goals and three assists against the Flames on Dec. 10, 2022. Nylander has 297 goals and 702 NHL points in 756 games, which makes him the seventh-fasted Sweden-born player in league history to reach 700 points. His 297 goals move him past George Armstrong and Frank Mahovolich for seventh in Leafs' history.

Coronato notched two assists in Saturday's 4-2 loss to the Ducks.

Coronato helped out on goals by linemates Morgan Frost and Aydar Suniev. The 23-year-old Coronato has done fairly well, all things considered, with three points, eight shots on net, two blocked shots, five PIM and a minus-8 rating over the Flames' first five games. He should continue to see top-six minutes and power-play time, but he's a risky option to add to a fantasy roster in most formats given the state of the team around him.

Suniev scored a goal on two shots in Saturday's 4-2 loss to the Ducks.

This was Suniev's second NHL game of the campaign, and he earned his first goal in nine total appearances. The 21-year-old winger was alongside Morgan Frost and Matthew Coronato for this contest, which is a top-six role. The Flames' offense isn't going to challenge most teams, but Suniev could develop well if he continues to see NHL usage. Watch from afar unless his hockey stick gets really hot.

Frost scored a goal in Saturday's 4-2 loss to the Ducks.

Frost has accounted for two of the Flames' seven goals so far this season. He's added 10 shots on net, three hits, four blocked shots and a minus-6 rating over five contests. The 27-year-old center is at least seeing steady top-six minutes and power-play time, but the Calgary offense is one fantasy managers should make wide circles around.