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Expected to start Wednesday Vejmelka will guard the home goal versus Colorado on Wednesday, per Craig Morgan of PHNX Sports.

Impact Vejmelka has won his last three contests while allowing just two goals on 75 shots (.973 save percentage). However, it will be difficult for him to maintain that level of success against the Avalanche, who rank second offensively this year with 3.65 goals per game. Vejmelka is 5-7-2 with a 2.95 GAA and a .906 save percentage in 15 appearances in 2023-24.

DECEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Solid in Thursday's win Vejmelka allowed two goals on 32 shots in Thursday's 5-2 win over the Sharks.

Impact Vejmelka won his third straight appearance with a solid performance against the Sharks. He's allowed just two goals on 75 shots in that span, which includes two starts and one relief outing. Vejmelka is up to 5-7-2 with a 2.95 GAA and a .906 save percentage through 15 games. He appears to have gotten back into an alternating pattern with Connor Ingram after Vejmelka lost out on playing time due to poor performance in November.

DECEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set to face Sharks Vejmelka is slated to start on the road against San Jose on Thursday, per Patrick Brown of the Coyotes' official site.

Impact Vejmelka will attempt to earn his third straight win after stopping the 44 shots he faced over his last two contests. That span includes a shutout victory over Buffalo on Saturday and his relief appearance appearance in Arizona's 4-3 win over the Senators on Tuesday. Vejmelka has a 4-7-2 record, 3.02 GAA and .903 save percentage in 14 outings this campaign. The Sharks rank last offensively this year with 2.09 goals per game, and they've managed just three goals over their last three contests.

DECEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Stays sharp in relief outing Vejmelka stopped all 16 shots he faced in relief of Connor Ingram in Tuesday's 4-3 win over the Senators.

Impact Vejmelka entered after the Senators' third goal, and he laid a strong foundation for the Coyotes to build their comeback on. The 27-year-old Vejmelka has stopped 44 shots in a row over his last two outings -- he shut out the Sabres on Saturday. The Czech netminder improved to 4-7-2 with a 3.02 GAA and a .903 save percentage through 14 appearances. The Coyotes' next two games are on the road with stops in San Jose on Thursday and Colorado on Saturday, but it's unclear how head coach Andre Tourigny will distribute the work between his goalies heading into the holiday break.

DECEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Perfect in win Vejmelka stopped 28 of 28 shots to lead the Coyotes to a 2-0 win over the Sabres on Saturday.

Impact Vejmelka was excellent Saturday, earning the first star of the game and not allowing a single shot past him on 28 shots. This game was a much-needed bounce-back performance for Vejmelka as he had allowed four goals in four straight games and conceded the majority of starts to Connor Ingram lately. This victory marked the first for the Czech goaltender since Oct 21 versus Anaheim. Vejmelka will likely concede most of the starts to Ingram for the time being, though if his strong performance continues, he may be able to work himself back into a larger timeshare of the net.

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Vejmelka earns first shutout of season with 28 saves, Coyotes top Sabres 2-0

Karel Vejmelka had 28 saves for his first shutout of the season, Clayton Keller scored his 10th goal of the year and the Arizona Coyotes beat the Buffalo Sabres 2-0 on Saturday nig...

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • Associated Press

Expected to face Sabres on Saturday Vejmelka will start in Saturday's home game against Buffalo, coach Andre Tourigny told Craig Morgan of PHNX Sports on Thursday.

Impact Vejmelka stopped 33 of 37 shots en route to a 5-2 loss to Buffalo on Monday, so he's getting an opportunity for revenge. That was far from his only rough start in 2023-24, though -- he has a 2-7-2 record, 3.50 GAA and .892 save percentage in 12 outings. Buffalo ranks 25th offensively this year with 2.83 goals per game.

DECEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Allows four goals in road setback Vejmelka allowed four goals on 37 shots in Monday's 5-2 road loss against the Sabres.

Impact Vejmelka was making his first appearance since Nov. 22, but he didn't bring his 'A' game to the rink on Monday. All four of the goals he allowed were of the even-strength variety, and he has conceded exactly four goals in each of his past four starts. Vejmelka is winless in eight consecutive starts, and nine appearances, dating back to his last win on Oct. 21 against the Anaheim Ducks. Connor Ingram has excelled, and pushed Vejmelka to the back burner.

DECEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

In goal Monday Vejmelka will get the starting nod on the road against the Sabres on Monday, Heather Engel of NHL.com reports.

Impact Vejmelka will be looking to bounce back from a disappointing last outing versus the Blues in which he gave up four goals on 11 shots. The backstop has been forced to watch from the bench for seven straight games in favor of Connor Ingram but will take the first game of the Coyotes back-to-back. Meanwhile, Ingram should be between the road pipes in Pittsburgh on Tuesday.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent to showers early Vejmelka coughed up four goals on just 11 shots in Wednesday's 6-5 loss against the Blues.

Impact Vejmelka was pulled after getting beaten by on a shorthanded goal by Alexey Toropchenko early in the second period, slipping behind 4-3. He was replaced by Connor Ingram. Vejmelka has allowed exactly four goals in each of his past three starts, and this was the first time he was pulled in 11 appearances this season. He has been anything but flawless this season. He'll look to bounce back Saturday on the road against the Golden Knights.

NOVEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

In goal Wednesday Vejmelka will get the starting nod at home against the Blues on Wednesday, Craig Morgan of PHNX Sports reports.

Impact Vejmelka has been evenly splitting starts with Connor Ingram over the team's last 11 games, so fantasy players can likely expect Ingram to get the nod against Vegas on Saturday. For his part, Vejmelka is winless in his last five appearances, posting a 0-3-2 record, 3.82 GAA and .873 save percentage.

NOVEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Allows four in loss Vejmelka stopped 21 of 25 shots in the Coyotes' 5-2 loss to the Jets on Saturday.

Impact Vejmelka did not have his best performance Saturday, coughing up goals in each period to record his fifth regulation loss in his last seven appearances. He is now winless in his last seven games, allowing at least four goals in five of those appearances. Vejmelka now posts a 2-6-2 record with a 3.08 GAA and a .901 save percentage. He should continue to split starts with Connor Ingram moving forward.

NOVEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 19, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Slated to start Saturday Vejmelka is expected to start on the road against Winnipeg on Saturday, per Craig Morgan of PHNX Sports.

Impact Vejmelka has lost his last six contests while allowing 22 goals on 184 shots (.880 save percentage) in that span. That's reduced his 2023-24 totals to a 2-5-2 record, 3.08 GAA and .906 save percentage in nine outings. The Jets aren't likely to make things easy for him either -- they're tied for sixth offensively with 3.67 goals per game this campaign.

NOVEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Falls to Dallas in OT Vejmelka stopped 32 of 36 shots in Tuesday's 4-3 overtime loss to the Stars.

Impact Vejmelka kept Arizona in the game for the most part Tuesday despite being outshot 36-to-26. However, Tyler Seguin tied the game on a breakaway late in the third period before Matt Duchene tallied the game-winner in overtime, sticking Vejmelka with a sixth straight defeat -- he's struggled to an .880 save percentage in that span. After starting the season 2-1-0, the 27-year-old Vejmelka is now 2-5-2 with a .906 save percentage and 3.08 GAA. Connor Ingram will likely start Thursday's game in Columbus, lining up Vejmelka for a road matchup with Winnipeg on Saturday.

NOVEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tending twine Tuesday Vejmelka will patrol the crease for Tuesday's road clash with Dallas, Craig Morgan of PHNX Sports reports.

Impact Vejmelka has dropped five straight games, posting a 0-4-1 record, 3.81 GAA and .878 save percentage. With the backstop struggling, the Coyotes figure to continue splitting the workload between Vejmelka and Connor Ingram. Barring a drastic improvement in his performance, Vejmelka shouldn't be expected to offer more than mid-range fantasy value.

NOVEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Falls to St. Louis Vejmelka allowed two goals on 33 shots in Thursday's 2-1 loss to the Blues.

Impact It was a strong effort from Vejmelka after he had allowed 14 goals over his previous starts. However, the Coyote's offense could only muster a single goal against Joel Hofer on the other end, handing Vejmelka a fifth straight loss. The 27-year-old netminder is now 2-5-1 with a .908 save percentage to start the season. Connor Ingram will likely get the start Saturday vs. Nashville, lining up Vejmelka for a road matchup with the Stars in his next outing.

NOVEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set to face Blues Vejmelka is expected to guard the road net against St. Louis on Thursday, per Craig Morgan of GoPHNX.com.

Impact Vejmelka will try to snap his personal four-game losing streak. He has struggled during that stretch, allowing 16 goals on 115 shots (.861 save percentage), which is in stark contrast to his 2-1-0 record, 1.65 GAA and .951 save percentage over his first three outings of 2023-24. The Blues are enduring their own hardships -- they've averaged just 2.36 goals per game this campaign.

NOVEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Can't hold Jets at bay Vejmelka turned aside 22 shots in Saturday's 5-3 loss to Winnipeg.

Impact The Coyotes staked their netminder to a 2-0 lead early in the second period, but Vejmelka couldn't make it stick as the Jets had constant traffic in front of him -- Nino Niederreiter ended up with a hat trick in which all three goals came from right on the edge of the crease. Vejmelka is winless in his last four appearances, going 0-3-1, but on the season the 27-year-old goalie still sports a passable 3.09 GAA and .904 save percentage.

NOVEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Guarding goal Saturday Vejmelka will guard the home net Saturday against Winnipeg.

Impact Vejmelka has stopped 77 of 88 shots during his three-game winless skid (0-2-1). He has 2-3-1 record this season with a 2.75 GAA and a .916 save percentage through six appearances this campaign.

NOVEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Falters in overtime loss Vejmelka allowed four goals on 29 shots in Wednesday's 4-3 overtime loss to the Ducks.

Impact The Coyotes rallied from an early two-goal deficit but couldn't hold onto a 3-2 lead. Vejmelka had trouble with Troy Terry, who had a hat trick in the game, which included the overtime tally. Blown leads are becoming a recurring theme for Vejmelka, who squandered a 4-1 advantage in his previous outing. He's now at a 2-3-1 record with a 2.74 GAA and a .916 save percentage over six appearances this season. Vejmelka will watch from the bench as Connor Ingram starts Thursday at home versus the Canadiens.

NOVEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Falters in overtime loss Vejmelka allowed four goals on 29 shots in Wednesday's 4-3 overtime loss to the Ducks.

NOVEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Slated to face Ducks Vejmelka is expected to start on the road against Anaheim on Wednesday, Craig Morgan of PHNX Sports reports.

Impact Vejmelka stopped 36 of 41 shots in a 5-4 loss to LA on Friday. While that showing was far from ideal, the 27-year-old has been good overall this season, posting a 2.51 GAA and a .926 save percentage through five contests. Anaheim is in a four-way tie for 13th offensively with an average of 3.22 goals per game.

NOVEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Squanders early lead Vejmelka allowed five goals on 41 shots in Friday's 5-4 loss to the Kings.

Impact Vejmelka was given a 4-1 lead to protect by the middle of the first period. The Kings took their time to break through but then tallied four times over the last 24 minutes of the contest to get the comeback win. Vejmelka had allowed just four goals total over his last three appearances. The 27-year-old has given up 12 goals on 162 shots while going 2-3-0 in five outings. The Coyotes' defense hasn't been very good at limiting shots, but Vejmelka has proven steady between the pipes. He's alternated starts with Connor Ingram this season, so Vejmelka may be on the bench to start Monday's game versus the Blackhawks.

OCTOBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gets starting nod Friday Vejmelka will be between the pipes at home versus Los Angeles on Friday, Craig Morgan of PHNX Sports reports.

Impact Vejmelka has been solid in his last three appearances, including a relief outing against the Kings, posting a 1-2-0 record with a 1.48 GAA. The backstop should continue to see the majority of the starts ahead of Connor Ingram, especially if he can maintain this level of productivity.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Vejmelka earns first shutout of season with 28 saves, Coyotes top Sabres 2-0