CHANDLER STEPHENSON NEWS

Returns to practice Stephenson (undisclosed) will return to practice Saturday.

Impact Stephenson missed Vegas' final two games of the regular season, but it appears he'll be good to go prior to Monday's playoff opener against the Stars. The 29-year-old Stephenson had 16 goals and 51 points in 75 games with the Knights this year.

APRIL 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't reutrn against Ducks Stephenson (undisclosed) will not be in the lineup versus Anaheim on Thursday, Danny Webster of the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports.

Impact Stephenson will be out of the lineup for the second straight match and the third time in the Knights' last five outings. While the 29-year-old center failed to reach the 60-point threshold this year, he did still put up 16 goals and 35 helpers, including 13 power-play points.

APRIL 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Considered day-to-day Stephenson won't be in the lineup versus Chicago on Tuesday due to an undisclosed injury, Jesse Granger of The Athletic reports.

Impact Stephenson is considered day-to-day, so he could still be an option for the season finale against Anaheim on Thursday or, perhaps more importantly, Game 1 of the playoffs. In his previous 11 contests, the 29-year-old center managed just two goals while chipping in eight helpers, including four power-play points. Without Stephenson in the lineup, Paul Cotter looks set to take on a second-line role.

APRIL 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

In generous mood Friday Stephenson distributed four assists and went plus-2 in Friday's 7-2 win over the Wild.

Impact Stephenson missed Wednesday's game to attend the birth of his child, and he had a fantastic performance in his return to action. Two of Stephenson's four assists came on the power play. The 29-year-old is up to 16 goals, 35 helpers, 13 power-play points, 97 shots on net and a minus-9 rating through 74 contests overall. Stephenson and Tomas Hertl figure to be relatively interchangeable between left wing and center on the second line going forward.

APRIL 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back with team Stephenson (personal) rejoined the team ahead of Friday's matchup with Minnesota, Sin Bin Vegas reports.

Impact Stephenson returns to the lineup after missing one game following the birth of his child. The 29-year-old natural center has just one goal and four shots in his last eight outings, though he has chipped in four helpers over that stretch. Stephenson figures to slot into a second-line role, moving over to the wing to make way for Tomas Hertl.

APRIL 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out Wednesday Stephenson (personal) isn't expected to play Wednesday versus Edmonton, according to Oilers play-by-by announcer Jack Michaels.

Impact Stephenson has 16 goals and 47 points in 73 appearances in 2023-24. Brendan Brisson, who was recalled from AHL Henderson on Tuesday, is likely to draw into the lineup due to Stephenson's absence.

APRIL 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Wednesday Stephenson (personal) has returned to Vegas and is questionable to play Wednesday in Edmonton, per SinBin.vegas.

Impact If Stephenson is unable to make a return trip to rejoin the Golden Knights, Brendan Brisson, who was recalled Tuesday, is likely to enter the lineup. Stephenson has six points over his last nine outings.

APRIL 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Buries goal Friday Stephenson scored a goal on two shots in Friday's 7-4 loss to the Coyotes.

Impact Stephenson's tally put the Golden Knights up 4-1 late in the second period, but it was all downhill from there. The 29-year-old forward has two goals and four assists over his last eight contests while seeing steady middle-six minutes. Stephenson is up to 47 points, 97 shots on net, 43 hits, 38 blocked shots and a minus-11 rating through 72 appearances this season.

APRIL 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Pockets helper Saturday Stephenson notched an assist and two hits in Saturday's 2-1 overtime win over the Wild.

Impact Stephenson has gone five games without a goal, but he has four assists in that span. The center racked up 10 points over 14 outings in March as he gets back to a more effective level of offense late in the season. He's up to 46 points, 95 shots on net, 41 hits and a minus-9 rating through 70 contests overall.

MARCH 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist Tuesday Stephenson notched an assist in Tuesday's 5-4 overtime loss to the Predators.

Impact Stephenson has five points over his last six games, providing steady offense from a second-line role. The 29-year-old has come around after an inconsistent start first half of the campaign. Overall, he's at 45 points, 93 shots on net and a minus-10 rating through 68 appearances while seeing ice time in all situations.

MARCH 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Supplies pair of helpers Stephenson recorded two assists in Saturday's 4-2 win over the Blue Jackets.

Impact This was Stephenson's first multi-point effort in the last eight games. The 29-year-old has racked up eight points through 10 outings in March, offering steady offense in a middle-six role. He's up to 44 points on the year while adding 93 shots on net and a minus-10 rating through 66 appearances.

MARCH 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fills empty net Stephenson scored an empty-net goal on three shots and blocked two shots in Thursday's 3-1 win over the Kraken.

Impact Stephenson's tally came on a power play after a failed challenge by the Kraken on the Golden Knights' second tally. Over his last 14 games, Stephenson has five goals and seven helpers, providing solid offense while seeing time in all situations. He's had a tough year, but he's still managed 42 points, 93 shots on net and a minus-11 rating through 65 appearances.

MARCH 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist Sunday Stephenson notched an assist in Sunday's 3-1 win over the Devils.

Impact Stephenson set up William Karlsson's empty-net tally in the final minute of the game. Over his last 12 games, Stephenson's offense has returned -- he has four goals and seven assists in that span. The 29-year-old remains more of a pass-first player with just 18 shots during his warm stretch. For the season, he has 41 points, 89 shots and a minus-9 rating through 63 appearances.

MARCH 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up equalizer Stephenson recorded an assist and two shots on goal in Tuesday's 5-4 overtime win over the Kraken.

Impact This was Stephenson's second game in a row with a helper. He set up Jonathan Marchessault's game-tying tally late in the third period, which allowed Jack Eichel to play hero in overtime. Stephenson has 10 points over his last 10 contests, an improvement on his 40 points through 61 appearances this season. He's added 88 shots on net and a minus-8 rating while mainly playing in a top-six role in 2023-24.

MARCH 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Puts up helper in win Stephenson logged an assist in Saturday's 5-3 win over the Red Wings.

Impact Stephenson helped out on a Pavel Dorofeyev tally in the first period. Over his last nine outings, Stephenson has four goals and five assists. That's an improvement over the majority of his season -- he's been limited to 39 points through 60 contests overall. The 29-year-old forward has added 86 shots on net, 34 hits, 30 blocked shots and a minus-8 rating. Stephenson's lack of non-scoring production means he needs to get on the scoresheet to be helpful in fantasy.

MARCH 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Garners two points Stephenson scored a goal and added an assist in Monday's 6-3 loss to the Blue Jackets.

Impact With the Blue Jackets up two goals in the third period, Stephenson wired a slap shot by Daniil Tarasov to put the game within reach. Stephenson added a primary assist, two shots on net and a minus-1 rating in 20:16 of ice time. The 29-year old forward now has eight points -- four goals and four assists -- in his last seven games. His recent performance suggests he can be a reliable fantasy contributor, especially if the Golden Knights start to rediscover their winning ways.

MARCH 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Two points in Thursday's loss Stephenson scored a shorthanded goal and added an even-strength assist in Thursday's 5-4 loss to the Bruins.

Impact His tally early in the third period tied the game at 4-4 after the Golden Knights had fallen into an early 3-0 hole, but Vegas wasn't able to find a go-ahead goal. Stephenson roared to life in February, racking up five goals and 10 points in 10 games, but on the season he's managed only 36 points (13 goals, 23 assists) in 56 contests.

MARCH 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Signs of life... maybe Stephenson scored twice Saturday in a 4-3 shootout loss to Ottawa.

Impact Stephenson is on a modest three-game, four-point (two goals, two assists) streak. His season has fallen back after two straight seasons of 64 and 65 points. Stephenson has 34 points in 54 games, and at times he has been shifted to the wing to try to jumpstart his game. It's hard to know if this is the real Chandler or one whose game has simply gotten a little stuck. Whatever it is, it's a bad time for a slow season. Stephenson is heading into contract negotiations this off season.

FEBRUARY 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Notches helper Thursday Stephenson posted an assist, two shots on goal and a minus-2 rating in Thursday's 7-3 loss to the Maple Leafs.

Impact Stephenson had a few defensive miscues, but he was also able to pick up a helper for the second game in a row. The 29-year-old centered the third line Thursday after playing on the wing in recent contests. He's up to 32 points, 74 shots on net and a minus-9 rating through 53 outings overall while filling a variety of roles for the Golden Knights.

FEBRUARY 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist Tuesday Stephenson posted an assist and two PIM in Tuesday's 5-3 loss to the Predators.

Impact Stephenson helped out on an Alex Pietrangelo tally in the first period. With five points over six games since the All-Star break, Stephenson has been steady on offense in a top-six role. The 29-year-old forward is up to 31 points, 72 shots on net, 32 hits, 28 blocked shots, 23 PIM and a minus-7 rating through 52 appearances. While it's a down year compared to his recent seasons, Stephenson is still worthy of a depth role in most fantasy formats.

FEBRUARY 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nabs helper in loss Stephenson notched an assist in Monday's 5-3 loss to the Wild.

Impact Stephenson has four points over three contests since the All-Star break. He reached the 20-assist mark for the season by setting up Mark Stone's tally midway through the third period. Stephenson also hit the 30-point mark on the play, and he's added 70 shots on net and a minus-4 rating through 49 appearances. His offense is down compared to the last couple of years, but he's been rebounding over the last month.

FEBRUARY 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nets another goal Stephenson scored a goal on two shots in Thursday's 3-2 win over the Coyotes.

Impact Stephenson has three points over two games since the All-Star break. The 29-year-old center's goal Thursday held as the game-winner, his fourth such tally out of 10 markers this season. He's added 19 helpers, 70 shots on net and a minus-3 rating through 48 appearances. Stephenson has been steady lately in a top-six role, a spot he should maintain at least until Jack Eichel (knee) is cleared to return.

FEBRUARY 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Earns two points Tuesday Stephenson scored a goal on three shots, added an assist, logged two hits and went plus-2 in Tuesday's 3-1 win over the Oilers.

Impact Stephenson put the Golden Knights ahead early in the third period and set up William Karlsson for the empty-net tally to seal the win. Prior to the All-Star break, Stephenson went three games without a point. The 29-year-old has had some rough patches this season, but he posted a solid eight points over 13 outings in January. Overall, he's at nine goals, 28 points, 68 shots on net, 26 hits, 25 blocked shots and a minus-4 rating through 47 contests.

FEBRUARY 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Notches two points in overtime loss Stephenson scored a goal while adding an assist in Monday's 6-5 overtime loss against the Devils.

Impact Stephenson finished with a plus-1 rating with five shots on goal and a blocked shot while winning eight of his 20 faceoff opportunities across 18:52 of ice time on 24 shifts. The veteran has two goals and seven points with a plus-6 rating during his current five-game point streak. He'll look to extend the streak as the road trip continues Tuesday against the Islanders.

JANUARY 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE