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Sharks' Collin Graf: Scores early in overtime loss
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Graf scored a goal on three shots and blocked two shots in Thursday's 4-3 overtime loss to the Oilers.
Graf gave the Sharks a quick lead just 26 seconds into the game. The 23-year-old is back on the top line, and he has a goal and two assists over his last three outings. He's been fairly productive anywhere he plays, but a gig alongside Macklin Celebrini elevates Graf's fantasy standing significantly. For the season, Graf has 15 goals, 30 points, 61 shots on net, 55 hits, 35 blocked shots and a plus-6 rating over 51 appearances.
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Sharks' Collin Graf: Dishes pair of assists
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Graf logged two assists, including one on the power play, two PIM and two hits in Friday's 3-1 win over the Rangers.
Graf had been held off the scoresheet in the previous two games, but he had a four-game point streak before that. The 23-year-old winger is up to 29 points (14 goals, 15 assists), 57 shots on net, 54 hits, 33 blocked shots and a plus-6 rating over 49 outings. He picked up his first power-play point of the campaign Friday, and he's also back on the top line, giving Graf plenty of appeal for fantasy managers.
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Sharks' Collin Graf: Deposits another goal
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Graf scored a goal on three shots in Friday's 4-2 loss to the Red Wings.
Graf has scored in three straight games and has three goals and two assists during a four-game streak. The 23-year-old forward is doing that despite being back on the third line for the bulk of that stretch. The versatile winger is up to 14 goals, 27 points, 54 shots on net, 47 hits, 33 blocked shots and a plus-6 rating through 46 appearances. He's emerging as a glue guy who can chip in plenty of support scoring from anywhere in the lineup.
Graf had a goal and an assist in a 3-2 win over the Capitals on Thursday.
Graf is on a modest three-game, four-point scoring streak that includes two goals. He has five shots in that span. Graf has shown he can score on Macklin Celebrini's flank. There are many reasons to scoop guys up and producing alongside the NHL's third-best scorer is as good as any. Graf has 13 goals and 13 assists in 46 games this season.
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Sharks' Collin Graf: Nets goal in loss
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Graf scored a goal on two shots in Sunday's 7-2 loss to the Golden Knights.
Graf ended a six-game goal drought with his first-period tally. He spent much of December in a top-six role, but his recent slowdown on offense has seen him slip back to the third line and off the power play. The versatile forward is up to 12 goals, 24 points, 48 shots on net, 46 hits, 32 blocked shots and a plus-5 rating through 44 appearances. He's able to fill a lot of different roles, so don't be surprised to see Graf move up to the top six again the next time the Sharks undergo a major line shuffle.
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Sharks' Collin Graf: Deposits empty-netter
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Graf scored an empty-net goal on two shots and blocked two shots in Saturday's 6-3 win over the Canucks.
Graf extended his point streak to six games, and he's earned five goals and three assists in that span. The 23-year-old was moved to the second line for this contest, but he's quickly proved himself to be a versatile player this season. He's now at 11 goals, 21 points, 43 shots on net, 36 hits, 31 blocked shots and a plus-4 rating through 37 appearances.
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Sharks' Collin Graf: Riding five-game point streak
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Graf scored a goal in Tuesday's 7-2 loss to the Golden Knights.
Graf has four goals over his last three outings, and he's earned seven points during a five-game point streak. For the season, the 23-year-old forward is up to 10 goals, 20 points, 41 shots on net, 35 hits, 29 blocked shots and a plus-3 rating. His steady all-around play has earned him a top-six role, and it doesn't look like he'll be letting that go any time soon.
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Sharks' Collin Graf: Scores again Saturday
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Graf scored a goal on two shots in Saturday's 4-2 loss to the Kraken.
Graf continues to excel -- he's earned six goals and three assists over his last eight games. His tally put the Sharks ahead 2-1 in the third period, but the Kraken responded with a pair of goals within the next four minutes. Graf is up to nine goals, 19 points, 40 shots on net, 34 hits, 29 blocked shots and a plus-2 rating over 35 appearances. He's here to stay in the NHL, and as long as he's getting top-six minutes, he has the tools to help fantasy managers.
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Sharks' Collin Graf: Pots two goals in loss
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Graf scored twice on four shots in Thursday's 5-3 loss to the Stars.
Graf continues to prove himself as a scorer -- he has five goals and three assists over his last seven games. He's continued to find success alongside Macklin Celebrini even with Will Smith (undisclosed) out of the lineup. Graf is up to eight goals, 18 points, 38 shots on net, 34 hits, 28 blocked shots and a plus-1 rating through a career-high 34 contests. At this point, Graf needs to be considered in most fantasy formats as long as he's on the top line.
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Sharks' Collin Graf: Generates pair of helpers
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Graf logged two assists, two hits and a plus-2 rating in Saturday's 6-5 overtime win over the Penguins.
Graf had gone 11 games without a helper, though he had four goals in that span. The 23-year-old has gotten more looks in the top six recently, emerging as an all-situations forward on this young Sharks team. Graf is up to 15 points, 33 shots on net, 34 hits, 26 blocked shots and a plus-2 rating through 32 appearances. He's already surpassed the 11 points he had in 33 outings a year ago, and a season around the 30-point mark is in play if he stays healthy.
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Sharks' Collin Graf: Scores again in loss
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Graf scored a goal on three shots in Tuesday's 4-1 loss to the Flyers.
Graf has scored in three straight games, and his recent offense has been a product of his move up to the top line. The 23-year-old winger is seeing time in all situations, though his power-play usage has remained limited to the second unit. For the season, he's at six goals, a career-high 13 points, 29 shots on net, 30 hits, 24 blocked shots and a minus-1 rating through 30 appearances. Graf's worth a look in fantasy for as long as he's playing alongside Macklin Celebrini at even strength.
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Sharks' Collin Graf: Lights lamp Sunday
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Graf scored a goal and placed two shots on net in Sunday's 4-1 loss to the Hurricanes.
Graf sparked San Jose's offense early as he scored just 33 seconds into Sunday's big win. The 23-year-old winger is up to five goals, 12 points and 27 shots on net through 29 games this season. Graf has a two-game goal streak going and has already set a new career high in points, surpassing his total of 11 points in 33 games a year ago. He's currently skating on San Jose's top line alongside Macklin Celebrini and Will Smith, and Graf will carry increased fantasy appeal as long as he occupies that role.
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Sharks' Collin Graf: Scores lone goal in loss
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Graf scored a goal on two shots in Friday's 4-1 loss to the Stars.
Graf ended a five-game point drought with the effort. While the results haven't been there recently, he has found himself seeing steady ice time with 17-plus minutes in six of the last seven games. The 23-year-old is up to four goals, 11 points, 25 shots on net, 28 hits, 23 blocked shots and a minus-3 rating over 28 appearances. Graf won't carry a fantasy team with offense, but he can help managers in deeper formats who need some category coverage.
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Sharks' Collin Graf: Buries empty-netter
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Graf scored an empty-net goal on two shots in Sunday's 3-1 win over the Bruins.
Graf provided some insurance with 1:07 left in the contest. The 23-year-old has a goal and three helpers over his last four outings. He continues to see steady ice time in a third-line role, and he's starting to get some power-play time in addition to his role on the penalty kill. Graf is at three goals, 10 points, 18 shots on net, 19 hits, 17 blocked shots and a plus-1 rating through 22 appearances. He's on a pace that could have him challenge for 40 points over a full season, so he should have some appeal in deeper fantasy formats.
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Sharks' Collin Graf: Garners pair of helpers
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Graf notched two assists and two blocked shots in Thursday's 4-3 shootout win over the Kings.
Graf helped out on first-period tallies by linemates Adam Gaudette and Ty Dellandrea. With a goal and five helpers over his last eight games, Graf has carved out a decent role as a depth scorer in a middle-six spot. He's seen more defensive usage this season while only playing occasionally on the power play. The 23-year-old is up to nine points, 15 shots on net, 19 hits, 14 blocked shots and an even plus-minus rating through 20 appearances.
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Sharks' Collin Graf: Nets game-winner in overtime
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Graf scored the game-winning goal in Tuesday's 2-1 overtime win over the Wild.
Graf went hard to the net and corralled a Macklin Celebrini pass, deking around Filip Gustavsson before potting the game-winner on a backhand shot. With a goal and two helpers over his last four games, Graf is showing a little more potential on offense. The 23-year-old's defensive skills and versatility have been his hallmarks this year, allowing him to maintain a fairly steady third-line role. He's at two goals, six points (two shorthanded), 11 shots on net, 17 hits, 11 blocked shots and a minus-1 rating over 16 appearances. He may be worth a look for fantasy managers in deeper formats.
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Sharks' Collin Graf: First points of season
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Graf had a shorthanded goal and an even-strength assist in Tuesday's 4-3 loss to the Islanders.
Graf cracked the scoresheet for the first time this season and did it in style, notching his first multi-point effort. Graf's playing time might continue to receive a boost due to his penalty-killing role. Still, as a bottom-six forward in a struggling offense, he's not expected to have a ton of fantasy upside in most formats.
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Sharks' Collin Graf: Returned to minors
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Graf was demoted to AHL San Jose on Tuesday.
Graf is currently stuck in a six-game goal drought during which he managed just one helper and eight shots while averaging 17:14 of ice time. In his 33 games this season, the 22-year-old winger has managed five goals and six helpers, including five power-play points. With Graf headed back to the minors, it could be an indication that Tyler Toffoli (lower body) will be ready to return versus Minnesota on Wednesday.
Graf notched a power-play assist and two PIM in Saturday's 6-1 loss to the Rangers.
This was Graf's first helper since March 6, but he had four goals over seven games between assists. The 22-year-old continues to see time on the second line at even strength, and he's featuring in all situations as he quickly gains experience at the NHL level. For the season, he's posted 11 points (four on the power play), 33 shots on net, 17 hits, 15 blocked shots and a minus-5 rating through 28 appearances.
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Sharks' Collin Graf: Tallies shortie in shootout win
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Graf scored a shorthanded goal on two shots and went plus-2 in Thursday's 6-5 shootout win over the Maple Leafs.
This was Graf's first career shorthanded point. The 22-year-old is quickly earning trust as an all-situations player, though he hasn't always had the offense to back it up. He's scored four times over his last six outings and is now at five goals, 10 points, 32 shots on net, 17 hits, 14 blocked shots and a minus-5 rating through 27 appearances this season.
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