Rookie Reveal: Can Hockey's Fresh Faces Transform Your Fantasy Team in 2025-26?
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The Russian winger was sheltered most of the season with 16:16 of ice time per game through the first 71 matchups. After the Flyers fired head coach John Tortorella, however, Michkov averaged 19:36 of ice time through the final nine games and generated six goals and six assists under interim coach Brad Shaw. If such usage continues next season, 30 goals and 70 points are within reach.
Cutter Gauthier’s impressive debut with Anaheim Ducks
Gauthier is yet another rookie hit in Anaheim with 20 goals and 22 assists across 82 games. The 20-year-old accomplished this while playing just 14:04 per game. He looked more comfortable as the season progressed, and his production responded accordingly with 11 goals and 11 assists across the final 27 games despite not receiving an increase in playing time or consistent power-play usage. If he garners top-six minutes with a power-play role, 25 goals and as many assists should be a comfortable projection.
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