Capitals' Tom Wilson: Second in team scoring in playoffs
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Wilson had a goal and an assist in a 3-1 win over the Hurricanes in Game 2 on Thursday.
His goal went into an empty net. Wilson has seven points (three goals, four assists) and 14 shots in seven games this postseason. That puts him second in team scoring behind Dylan Strome (10 points). The win tied the series 1-1 heading to Raleigh for Game 3 on Saturday.
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Capitals' Tom Wilson: Two points in Wednesday's win
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Wilson scored a power-play goal and added an even-strength assist Wednesday in the Capitals' 4-1 win over the Canadiens in Game 5 of their first-round series.
The rugged winger found the back of the net for the second straight game while delivering his first multi-point performance this postseason. Wilson wraps up a productive series against the Habs that saw him record two goals, five points, 10 shots on net, 14 PIM and 19 hits in five games, and he'll be a key player for the Capitals when they take on the Hurricanes in the second round.
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Capitals' Tom Wilson: Deposits empty-netter
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Wilson scored an empty-net goal on three shots, added six hits and went plus-2 in Sunday's 5-2 win over the Canadiens in Game 4.
Wilson had an assist in four of the previous five contests, but this was his first goal since April 10 versus the Hurricanes. The top-six winger has done his usual job of being an irritant to opponents, racking up 16 hits, 14 PIM and eight shots on net in addition to his three points over four playoff outings. Wilson remains a strong choice in any format that counts hits or PIM.
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Capitals' Tom Wilson: Nabs helper Thursday
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Wilson notched an assist, two shots on goal and two blocked shots in Thursday's 5-2 loss to the Penguins.
Wilson posted two goals and three assists over nine regular-season games in April. The 31-year-old winger is up to 65 points, 13 better than his previous career high of 52 from the 2021-22 campaign. He recorded 33 goals, 32 assists, 169 shots on net, 233 hits, 71 blocked shots, 100 PIM and a plus-20 rating over 81 appearances this season. He'll fill a top-six role in the playoffs.
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Capitals' Tom Wilson: Sends assist in win
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Wilson logged an assist, two shots on goal and two blocked shots in Tuesday's 3-1 win over the Islanders.
Wilson has been limited to two goals and two assists over eight games in April. The 31-year-old set up Dylan Strome's hat-trick-clinching empty-netter to secure this win. Wilson is up to 33 goals, 31 helpers, 167 shots on net, 233 hits, 69 blocked shots, 100 PIM and a plus-19 rating over 80 appearances. This has been a career year for the winger, who has been a key part of the Capitals' top six throughout the campaign.
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Capitals' Tom Wilson: Finds twine Thursday
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Wilson scored a goal, tallied four shots on net, had three blocks and dished out five hits in Thursday's 5-4 shootout win over the Hurricanes.
Wilson scored the fourth and final goal of regulation for the Capitals and it arrived just 38 seconds after Nic Dowd found the back of the net. Overall, the 31-year-old Wilson has 33 goals, 63 points and 224 hits in 77 games this season. Wilson has brought consistency to Washington's offense since the start of March with 18 points in 19 games. The bruiser can chalk this season down as the best offensive output of his career, with nine more goals than his previous career-best 24 twine finders. He'll look to stay hot in the playoffs and should round out the regular season with good fantasy value in all formats, especially banger leagues.
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Capitals' Tom Wilson: Delivers historic helper
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Wilson logged a power-play assist and added three hits in Sunday's 4-1 loss to the Islanders.
Wilson set up Alex Ovechkin's record-breaking 895th tally. It wasn't a picture-perfect pass from Wilson, as Ovechkin had to reach for it, but Ovechkin's catch-and-release shot was true. The 31-year-old Wilson has emerged as part of the Capitals' leadership group in recent seasons and is in the midst of a career year with 32 goals and 30 helpers over 76 contests. He's added 159 shots on net, 219 hits, 88 PIM and a plus-22 rating while frequently playing in a top-six role.
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Capitals' Tom Wilson: Scores vs. Boston
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Wilson scored a goal, took four shots, recorded three hits and a blocked shot in Tuesday's 4-3 win over the Bruins.
Wilson has recorded points in his last two appearances, and the winger remains one of the most reliable fantasy producers on the Capitals roster. Plus, he's certainly benefiting from skating alongside Alex Ovechkin and Pierre-Luc Dubois. Wilson is up to 16 points (six goals, 10 helpers) across 15 appearances since the beginning of March.
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Capitals' Tom Wilson: Tallies two points in win
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Wilson scored a goal, provided an assist, and put out six hits in Saturday's 6-3 win against Florida.
Wilson helped out on Washington's first goal of the game before lighting the lamp himself just seven seconds into the second period. The 30-year-old enforcer is up to 31 goals, 28 assists and 197 hits in 69 appearances this season. Wilson has posted six multi-point performances in his last 10 games to bring his season total to 59 points, which is already seven more than his previous career high. He provides value in all fantasy formats and has a premium player profile in banger leagues.
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Capitals' Tom Wilson: First career 30-goal season
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Wilson scored a goal Tuesday in a 4-1 win over Detroit.
It was Wilson's 30th goal and the first time he's hit that mark. He's the third player in NHL history to have played at least 800 regular-season games before recording his first 30-goal season. Wilson is on an absolute tear right now -- he has 22 points (10 goals, 12 assists) in his past 17 games. At his current pace, he could hit the 65-point mark and perhaps even more. The trade windows in fantasy have all closed, but get ready to move Wilson early in the offseason as he basks in this season. We'd like to say he can easily replicate this effort, but the NHL is an unforgiving place for guys who hit their peak at his age.
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Capitals' Tom Wilson: Two-point effort in win
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Wilson collected two assists in Saturday's 5-1 win over San Jose.
Both points came in the first period as the Capitals surged out to a 3-0 lead. Wilson has five multi-point performances in the last seven games, an eye-popping stretch in which he's produced three goals, 11 points, 16 PIM, 21 hits and a plus-7 rating.
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Capitals' Tom Wilson: Slated to play Thursday
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Wilson (mouth) is expected to play Thursday versus Los Angeles, per Bailey Johnson of The Washington Post.
Wilson registered two assists Tuesday before exiting the game because of a large gash on his upper lip. He'll likely serve on the Capitals' top line alongside Alex Ovechkin and Dylan Strome. The 30-year-old Wilson has 29 goals, 54 points, 63 PIM and 186 hits in 64 outings in 2024-25.
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Capitals' Tom Wilson: Exits late after hit by puck
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Wilson has a large gash on his upper lip after sustaining the injury late in the third period of Tuesday's 7-4 win over the Ducks, Tom Gulitti of NHL.com reports.
Wilson had two assists in the contest prior to the incident. It's unclear if he's at risk of missing time due to the injury, with head coach Spencer Carbery saying the winger "needed repairs." Wilson should be considered day-to-day ahead of Thursday's game versus the Kings. With the pair of helpers, Wilson established a career high in points with 54 through 64 appearances this season, including nine points during his active five-game streak.
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Capitals' Tom Wilson: Keeps streak alive Friday
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Wilson recorded a shorthanded goal and an even-strength assist in Friday's 5-2 win over the Red Wings. He also recorded a plus-2 rating, two shots on goal and three hits.
Wilson recorded a goal and an assist for the third consecutive contest. The 30-year-old winger remains a productive presence as a top-six forward on the best offensive team in the league. Wilson has cracked the scoresheet in eight of his 11 appearances since the beginning of February and has tallied 15 points (nine goals, six assists) over that stretch.
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Capitals' Tom Wilson: Two points including OT winner
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Wilson scored the overtime winner and added an assist in Wednesday's 3-2 victory over the Rangers.
He also chipped in four hits, three shots on net, a blocked shot and a plus-1 rating. While the hockey world has been focused on Alex Ovechkin's quest to break Wayne Gretzky's all-time goals record, Wilson has quietly been red hot as well, recording five multi-point performances in 10 appearances since the beginning of February while racking up eight goals and 13 points.
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Capitals' Tom Wilson: Productive in shootout win
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Wilson scored a power-play goal and added an even-strength assist while chipping in three shots on net, four hits, five PIM, a blocked shot and a plus-2 rating in Monday's 5-4 shootout win over the Senators.
It was a typically abrasive performance from Wilson, who dropped the gloves with Brady Tkachuk late in the first period, potted his 27th goal of the season early in the second and then set up Martin Fehervary for the Caps' final tally of regulation midway through the third. Wilson has already set a new career high in goals, and with 47 points through 60 appearances, he's just six points away from establishing a new personal best in that category as well.
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Capitals' Tom Wilson: Ready to play Saturday
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Wilson (illness) will be back in the lineup versus Tampa Bay on Saturday, Stephen Whyno of the Associated Press reports.
Wilson returned to practice Friday after missing Thursday's game versus St. Louis. The 30-year-old has 26 goals, 19 assists, 166 hits, 131 shots on goal and 15 power-play points across 58 appearances this season. He is expected to play alongside Connor McMichael and Pierre-Luc Dubois on the Capitals' second line, as well as seeing power-play time on the top unit.
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Capitals' Tom Wilson: Expected back Saturday
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Wilson (illness) is expected to be available Saturday versus the Lightning, Sammi Silber of The Hockey News reports.
Wilson missed Thursday's game versus the Blues, but his illness clearly is not a long-term concern. The 30-year-old winger should resume his usual top-six duties Saturday, assuming he gets the all-clear for the matinee contest.
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Capitals' Tom Wilson: Unavailable Thursday
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Wilson (illness) will miss Thursday's clash against St. Louis.
Wilson has 26 goals, 45 points, 52 PIM and 166 hits in 58 appearances in 2024-25. His absence will likely open the door to Jakub Vrana playing for the first time since Jan. 6.
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Capitals' Tom Wilson: Tallies one of each
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Wilson registered a goal, a power-play assist, two shots and two hits during Sunday's 7-3 win over the Oilers.
Wilson was questionable heading into Sunday's matinee after exiting Saturday's 8-3 win over the Penguins with an undisclosed injury, but he appears to be no worse for wear. The burly winger is up to 26 goals and 45 points in 57 games and is well on his way to a new career high in points if he can stay healthy, so keep him fixed in your lineups the rest of the way.
