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Kris Versteeg #32 | Right Wing | Chicago Blackhawks
Height: 5-10    Weight: 179    Shoots: R    Born: May 13, 1986, Lethbridge, Alberta

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November 18, 2009
Kris Versteeg is probable for Thursday's game at Calgary, according to the Chicago Tribune. He is dealing with an upper-body injruy.

Our View:The rising star missed Sunday's game, but practiced in each of the last two days.
November 16, 2009
Kris Versteeg missed Sunday's game with an upper body injury, according to the Chicago Tribune.

Our View:He is day-to-day. The left winger has 12 points in 18 contests so far in 2009-10.
November 8, 2009
The Chicago Tribune is reporting that the Blackhawks have moved forward Kris Versteeg from left wing to center. Versteeg will center a line between Patrick Kane and Andrew Ladd while Dave Bolland is out.

Our View:Versteeg has experience playing center, so the transition should go smoothly. His line has plenty of talent, so he shouldn't have any problems scoring from his new position. This should help his fantasy value at least a bit, although his numbers have been solid already this season.
November 6, 2009
Kris Versteeg chipped in a pair of assists in Friday's 4-3 shootout loss at Colorado.

Our View:Versteeg scored in three straight games, with two goals and three assists over the span. The rising star will try to extend his streak Monday against the Kings.
November 5, 2009
Kris Versteeg scored Chicago's lone goal in Thursday's 3-1 loss at Phoenix.

Our View:Versteeg scored two goals and one assist over his last two games. He looks to be on track after snapping a six-game skid without any points.
October 30, 2009
Kris Versteeg came through for Chicago in Friday's 3-2 win over Montreal at the United Center, as he collected a goal and assist. He was named the First Star of the game.

Our View:Versteeg snapped a six-game drought without any points, and now has three goals and six assists for the season. Hopefully fantasy owners won't have to wait long for his next solid performance.
October 10, 2009
Kris Versteeg chipped in a pair of assists in Saturday's 4-3 shootout win over Colorado at the United Center. He only took one shot in the game.

Our View:The rising star extended his scoring streak to four games, with one goal and five assists over the span.
September 25, 2009
Kris Versteeg will remain out of action for the next couple of days while nursing his upper-body injury, according to the Chicago Tribune.

Our View:It is uncertain if the rising star will be ready to take the ice in the season opener next week. He scored 22 goals and 31 assists over 78 games as a rookie in 2008-09, and the Blackhawks will remain cautious with his recovery.
September 22, 2009
Kris Versteeg is expected to return to practice Wednesday following his bout with an upper-body injury, according to the Chicago Tribune.

Our View:The Blackhawks should remain cautious with the rising star to prevent him from aggravating his injury. He was a rookie standout in 2008-09, as he generated 22 goals and 53 points over 78 games.
July 7, 2009
Kris Versteeg has inked a three-year deal with the Blackhawks believed to be worth $9.25MM, according to the Chicago Tribune.

Our View:Chicago should be very pleased they locked up Versteeg, as he notched 22 goals and 31 assists over 78 games as a rookie in 2008-09.
May 28, 2009
Kris Versteeg could become a restricted free agent in July, according to the Daily Herald.

Our View:Versteeg broke out with 22 goals and 31 assists over 78 games in 2008-09. He would be a hot target in free agency if the Blackhawks fail to offer enough money to re-sign him.
April 25, 2009
Kris Versteeg registered a goal and an assist in the Blackhawks 5-1 win over Calgary on Saturday. Chicago now holds a 3-2 lead in the series.

Our View:The 22-year-old now has five points in his last two games. He was shutout in the first three games of the series.
April 23, 2009
Kris Versteeg tallied a goal and two assists in Chicago's Game 4 loss to the Flames. The series is tied 2-2 heading back to Chicago.

Our View:Versteeg played very well tonight, just hours after he was named a finalist for the Calder Trophy as the league's top rookie. He has been very good all season, and he has not been overwhelmed by the playoffs thus far.
April 12, 2009
Kris Versteeg is expected to return to the ice Sunday against the Red Wings at the United Center following his recovery from an arm injury, according to the Chicago Tribune.

Our View:The dazzling rookie collected a goal and an assist in his last meeting with Detroit, and should be fine to employ in fantasy lineups.
April 10, 2009
The Chicago Tribune reports that rookie Kris Versteeg suffered an injury in Friday's practice. He apparently tripped and fell into the boards, injuring his arm. He is considered day-to-day.

Our View:The severity of the injury is unknown, but Versteeg will likely not play in Saturday's game. He may return Sunday, but will probably be a game-time decision. Keep an eye on him though as he's worth getting in your lineup.
April 5, 2009
Kris Versteeg scored the lone goal of the game in overtime Sunday as the Hawks held off the Blue Jackets. It was his 22nd goal of the season.

Our View:Versteeg is having a sensational rookie campaign with 51 points and is just one of many talented young Blackhawks. However, he's been cold lately with only one point in ten games prior to Sunday.
March 13, 2009
Kris Versteeg recorded two points on a goal and an assist as Chicago dropped a 5-3 decision to Columbus Friday evening at United Center.

Our View:One of the league's most impressive rookies for much of the season, Versteeg has hit a rough patch recently, tallying just four points in 11 games prior to Friday. Perhaps his two-point performance against Columbus will get him jump-started.
March 11, 2009
Kris Versteeg scored in regualtion and netted the deciding goal in a shootout as Chicago defeated Carolina 3-2 on Wednesday.

Our View:The rookie is clearly getting comfortable out there as he fired off seven shots in the game. He now has two goals in his last three games. Those are his first goals since February 14.
February 1, 2009
Rookie of the Year candidate Kris Versteeg returned from a two-game absence from a lacerated finger to score a goal and add an assist in the Blackhawks' 4-2 win at San Jose.

Our View:With 14 goals and 24 assists on the year, Versteeg now has 38 points, four more than Anaheim's Bobby Ryan. However, what may be more impressive than his scoring totals is Versteeg's solid plus-16 rating, which is second to Boston's Blake Wheeler.
January 31, 2009
The San Jose Mercury News reports that Chicago rookie sensation Kris Versteeg (finger laceration) is questionable Saturday night against the Sharks.

Our View:The Blackhawks, who have struggled in recent weeks, can't afford to have Versteeg miss an extended period of time. He leads all rookies in points, with 36.
January 28, 2009
Kris Versteeg has been downgraded to doubtful for tonight's game at Anaheim, according to the Chicago Tribune. He is nursing a right pinkie injury.

Our View:The Blackhawks' rookie phenom will be missed in fantasy lineups, as he tallied 13 goals and 23 assists over 44 games, with 43 penalty minutes and a +16 rating. His status for Thursday at the Kings is yet to be decided.
January 27, 2009
Kris Versteeg is questionable for Wednesday's battle at Anaheim, according to the Chicago Sun-Times. He is recovering from a finger injury.

Our View:Pascal Pelletier was recalled from the AHL to provide depth in case the rookie phenom is unable to go.
January 22, 2009
Kris Versteeg was forced out of Wednesday's battle with St. Louis due to an undisclosed injury, according to the Associated Press.

Our View:The rookie phenom will have ample time to recover as Chicago does not play again until January 28 at Anaheim. Versteeg leads all NHL rookies with 36 points (13 goals, 23 assists). He also racked up 43 penalty minutes and holds a +16 rating.
January 8, 2009
Kris Versteeg is leading all NHL rookies with 33 points (13 goals, 20 assists) over 36 games, according to the Chicago Tribune.

Our View:He has blasted a goal in three straight games and will have a good chance to extend his streak tonight in a favorable match-up against Colorado at the United Center.
January 1, 2009
Kris Versteeg continued his solid rookie campaign on Thursday, grabbing a goal and an assist against Detroit.

Our View:Versteeg now has 31 points in 34 games with a +13 rating. He's still available in about a third of fantasy leagues and should be picked up if available.

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