Savoie recorded two assists and a plus-2 rating in Thursday's 8-1 win over the Kings.
Savoie has come out firing after the Olympic break, earning five points in two games. He's now at 23 points (five on the power play), 83 shots on net, 30 blocked shots, 20 PIM and an even plus-minus rating over 60 contests this season. Savoie is currently occupying a second-line role, so he's worth adding in fantasy formats that reward offense above all else.
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Oilers' Matt Savoie: Three points in loss
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Savoie scored a power-play goal on four shots and added two assists in Wednesday's 6-5 loss to the Ducks.
Savoie made a big impact in his return to the NHL after a week-long stint in the AHL. The 22-year-old forward looks here to stay for the Oilers, as he's claimed a middle-six role. He's at 10 goals, 11 assists, 83 shots on net, 29 blocked shots and a minus-2 rating over 59 appearances this season. While that won't get him in the Calder Trophy discussion, Savoie will look to provide the depth scoring that is often hard to find for Edmonton.
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Oilers' Matt Savoie: Called up from minors
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Savoie was recalled from AHL Bakersfield on Wednesday.
Savoie has managed just one point in his previous six NHL outings while putting 11 shots on net. If the Oilers don't plan to suit up seven defensemen against Anaheim on Wednesday, Savoie will probably slot into the lineup.
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Oilers' Matt Savoie: Sent down to minors
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Savoie was loaned to AHL Bakersfield on Tuesday.
With NHL action at a standstill for the Olympic break, the Oilers will give the young Savoie some extra game reps with the move to Bakersfield. The move will send the 22-year-old forward to the AHL for the first time this season, where he posted 19 goals, 35 assists and 54 points across 66 regular-season games in 2024-25. He has held his own at the NHL level this season with nine goals, nine assists, 79 shots on net and 28 blocked shots across 58 outings. Savoie will likely return to the Oilers before the team resumes regular-season play Feb. 25 in Anaheim.
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Oilers' Matt Savoie: Lights lamp in loss
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Savoie scored a goal in Thursday's 6-2 loss to the Penguins.
Savoie has scored two of the Oilers' last three goals over the last two games. The 22-year-old had gone 16 contests without a goal prior to this improved stretch of finishing. He's up to nine goals, 17 points, 68 shots on net, 25 blocked shots and a minus-1 rating over 52 appearances. Currently, Savoie is holding down a third-line role with ice time in all situations, so his recent burst of offense may be a short one.
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Oilers' Matt Savoie: Nets lone goal in loss
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Savoie scored a goal on two shots in Tuesday's 2-1 loss to the Devils.
Savoie had gone 16 games without a goal, picking up just three assists with 15 shots on net in that span. The 22-year-old continues to be a regular in the Oilers' lineup, though he's often been in a bottom-six role lately. He's now at eight goals, 16 points, 67 shots on net, 25 blocked shots and a minus-1 rating across 51 appearances in his first full NHL campaign.
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Oilers' Matt Savoie: Picks up power-play assist
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Savoie recorded a power-play assist in Monday's 3-1 win over Winnipeg.
Savoie chipped in on a power-play goal scored by Jack Roslovic in the second period. His apple Monday brought his season totals up to six assists, 13 points and 52 shots on net through 40 games this season. His first full year at the NHL level has been solid, but he has made particularly notable strides over the last month with eight points in his last 17 games. The No. 9 overall selection from the 2022 NHL Entry Draft holds decent fantasy value in deep leagues while playing Leon Draisaitl's line at even strength. Savoie also has maintained a steady spot on the second power-play unit, and has three power-play points to show for it.
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Oilers' Matt Savoie: Nets goal in Tuesday's win
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Savoie scored a goal and went plus-2 in Tuesday's 6-4 win over the Penguins.
Savoie has four goals and a helper over his last seven games. A steady spot on the second line at even strength has helped him stay productive, and he's also on the second power-play unit. The 21-year-old rookie has a total of 12 points, 50 shots and a plus-2 rating over 34 appearances this season. Savoie's worth a look in a deeper leagues that prioritize offense, but he doesn't offer much non-scoring production.
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Oilers' Matt Savoie: Tallies in big win
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Savoie scored a goal on three shots and went plus-2 in Saturday's 6-2 win over the Jets.
Savoie has three goals over his last two games. His tally at 7:24 of the first period Saturday ended up being the game-winner in this blowout. The 21-year-old took some time to adjust to the NHL, but he's now at six goals, 10 points, 42 shots on net and a minus-2 rating over 29 appearances. He's worth considering in all fantasy formats as long as he can maintain a top-six role at even strength.
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Oilers' Matt Savoie: Tucks empty-netter
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Savoie scored an empty-net goal on two shots and went plus-2 in Saturday's 6-3 win over the Panthers.
Savoie ended a four-game point drought with the final tally of this contest. The 21-year-old is still listed on the top line, but his 13:47 of ice time suggests he won't be seeing much prominent usage moving forward. That lineup also included Zach Hyman on the third line, which wasn't reflected in either player's usage. Savoie has six points, 31 shots on net and a minus-5 rating through 24 appearances, so he should be able to challenge for at least a 20-point campaign.
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Oilers' Matt Savoie: Scores vs. Columbus
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Savoie scored a goal on three shots in Thursday's 5-4 loss to the Blue Jackets.
Savoie found the back of the net at the 8:09 mark of the second period with a tip-in, ending a six-game stretch in which he'd been unable to find the back of the net. Savoie has only two goals this season, but he should continue to have chances to produce as long as he skates alongside Connor McDavid on the first line. The 21-year-old Savoie has four points across his last eight games.
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Oilers' Matthew Savoie: Scores first career goal
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Savoie scored a power-play goal in Thursday's 4-3 overtime loss to the Rangers.
Savoie's goal was the first of his NHL career, and it put the Oilers ahead 2-1 in the second period. The 21-year-old has been a regular in the lineup this season, but he's yet to find much success on offense. He's at two points, 13 shots on net, eight blocked shots and a minus-5 rating through 12 appearances in a middle-six role. However, he's earned some trust on the defensive side of things, as he's seeing regular penalty-killing minutes, which will go a long way to keeping him in the lineup.
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Oilers' Matthew Savoie: Set for team debut
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Savoie will be recalled from AHL Bakersfield ahead of Saturday's game versus the Flyers, Jason Gregor of Sports 1440 Edmonton reports.
Savoie is expected to make his Oilers debut and just his second NHL appearance in the contest. The 21-year-old is projected to play alongside Leon Draisaitl at even strength, though many forwards in the Oilers' top six occasionally see shifts skipped. Savoie has excelled in the AHL this season to the tune of 37 points over 45 appearances and has been practicing with the big club this week prior to his call-up becoming official.
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Oilers' Matthew Savoie: Knocking on the door
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Savoie has been lighting it up at the AHL level of late with 22 points in his last 20 games, Jim Matheson of the Edmonton Journal reports.
Savoie was acquired from Buffalo on July 5 for Ryan McLeod and Tyler Tullio. Savoie was selected ninth overall in 2022 by the Sabres, who gave up quickly on the prospect. In his rookie season, Savoie has 12 goals and 22 assists in 43 AHL games in 2024-25.
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Oilers' Matthew Savoie: Changes teams
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Savoie was acquired by the Oilers from the Sabres on Friday in exchange for Ryan McLeod and Tyler Tullio, per Jason Gregor of Sports 1440 Edmonton.
Savoie had 19 goals and 47 points across 23 regular-season contests with WHL Moose Jaw in 2023-24 and then provided another 10 goals and 24 points across 19 playoff outings. He also got his first taste of NHL action Nov. 10 with Buffalo, though he logged just 3:55 of ice time in that appearance and didn't record a shot or point. The 20-year-old was selected by the Sabres with the No. 9 overall pick in the 2022 NHL Draft. While he has plenty of potential, Savoie shouldn't be counted on to make an impact with Edmonton in 2024-25.
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Sabres' Matthew Savoie: Sent to WHL
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Savoie was assigned to WHL Wenatchee on Saturday.
Savoie logged just 3:55 of ice time against Minnesota on Friday in his NHL debut. He also posted two goals and three assists in six AHL contests for Rochester during a conditioning assignment. He will get to play big minutes at the junior level before a possible return to the pro ranks later in the season.
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Sabres' Matthew Savoie: Sent to AHL for conditioning
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Savoie (shoulder) was sent to AHL Rochester on Sunday for a conditioning assignment.
Savoie could see some game action in the minors after getting injured during Buffalo's Prospects Challenge finale against Pittsburgh on Sept. 18. If he doesn't see NHL action after being cleared, he may eventually end up being loaned back to the WHL to play for Wenatchee. The 19-year-old forward amassed 38 goals and 95 points in 62 WHL contests last campaign.
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Sabres' Matthew Savoie: Surfaces on IR
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Savoie (shoulder) was placed on injured reserve Monday, per CapFriendly.
Savoie was injured just before the start of the preseason and the injury is lingering into the regular season. The 19-year-old was selected ninth overall in the 2022 NHL Entry Draft and could make his NHL debut at some point this season.
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Sabres' Matthew Savoie: Set to practice next week
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Savoie (shoulder) is expected to practice next week, Bill Hoppe of the Olean Times Herald reports.
The 19-year-old was injured during a prospects game earlier in the month, but he remains on track to get back to practicing with the Sabres. Savoie is expected to spend the bulk of 2023-24 with WHL Wenatchee if he doesn't make the Sabres out of camp.
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Sabres' Matthew Savoie: Might return before end of camp
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Savoie (shoulder) is week-to-week, but he might return before the end of training camp, according to Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News.
Savoie injured his left shoulder during Buffalo's prospects game Monday. He had 38 goals and 95 points in 62 contests with WHL Winnipeg last season. Buffalo selected Savoie with the No. 9 overall pick in the 2022 NHL Draft.
