If Sidney Crosby's return to the lineup from a concussion Monday against the New York Islanders played out like a Hollywood movie, Friday night's performance against Ottawa was a blockbuster sequel.
Crosby added a three-point night to his resume against the Senators, all of which came by way of assist. In his three games since joining the club, he has amassed two goals, five assists, eight PIMs and fired 12 shots on the not. Add to that a plus-5 rating and three hits.
What's been as impressive as his individual efforts has been impact he's had on teammates.
Pascal Dupuis, riding a strong season without Crosby already, is looking like more than a complimentary piece on Sid's line. Meanwhile, Chris Kunitz is adding points to his hits and shots, too. What's more, Crosby's return allows the Penguins to move Staal up to the second line alongside Evgeni Malkin.
Simply put, Crosby's return is altering the fantasy landscape. If you can't get your hands on #87, consider guys like Dupuis or even Steve Sullivan, both of whom are more-than-adequate beneficiaries of Crosby's productin.
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Fantasy Spin: Crosby continues to deliver
Saturday, 11.26.2011 / 12:59 AM
By Sergei J. Feldman - NHL.com Staff Writer / Fantasy Spin Blog
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Team
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Sidney Crosby |
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Alex Ovechkin |
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Steven Stamkos |
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Evgeni Malkin |
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Jonathan Toews |
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