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Ovechkin scores 873rd career goal, Frank gets 1st as Capitals beat Predators 4-1

Alex Ovechkin had a goal and an assist, Ethen Frank got his first NHL goal and the Washington Capitals beat the Nashville Predators 4-1

JANUARY 12 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Logs helper in overtime win Roy notched an assist, two shots on goal and three hits in Wednesday's 2-1 overtime win over the Canucks.

Impact Roy ended an eight-game point drought with the helper. The 29-year-old defenseman isn't putting up points frequently, but he continues to draw significant minutes while adding physicality. Roy has nine points, 39 shots on net, 69 hits, 50 blocked shots and a plus-4 rating through 31 outings this season.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 9 • NHL.COM

Deals assist in win Roy had an assist, two blocked shots and a plus-2 rating in Friday's 3-1 win over the Hurricanes.

Impact Roy ended a four-game dry spell when he assisted on Aliaksei Protas' first-period tally. With three helpers over eight games in December, Roy continues to offer a little depth offense while seeing top-four minutes on the Capitals' blue line. The 29-year-old defenseman has a total of eight points, 33 shots on net, 52 hits, 34 blocked shots and a plus-6 rating through 22 appearances this season.

DECEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 21, 2024 • NHL.COM

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DECEMBER 15, 2024 • NHL.COM

Capitals are rolling along without Alex Ovechkin thanks to depth that has kept them a contender

The Washington Capitals have gone 6-2-1 since Alex Ovechkin was sidelined by a broken left fibula

DECEMBER 11, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Garners helper Friday Roy notched an assist, three shots on goal, two hits, two blocked shots and a plus-2 rating in Friday's 3-1 win over the Maple Leafs.

Impact Roy set up Nic Dowd's tally to open the scoring 1:06 into the second period. The helper ended a four-game slump for Roy. The defenseman has been steady this season, earning six points, 24 shots on net, 32 hits, 27 blocked shots and a plus-7 rating across 16 appearances.

DECEMBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores first of season in loss Roy scored an even-strength goal in Saturday's 3-2 loss to the Devils.

Impact Roy opened the scoring with his first goal of the season in the first period of Saturday's loss. The right-shot blueliner missed 10 games earlier in the campaign due to a lower-body injury, but he's offered steady production while skating alongside Rasmus Sandin in a top-four capacity. Roy has points in three of his last six games, and overall, he's notched a goal, three assists and a plus-3 rating through 10 appearances.

NOVEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 24, 2024 • NHL.COM

Tatar has goal and assist as Devils beat Capitals 3-2

Tomas Tatar had a goal and an assist and the New Jersey Devils beat the Washington Capitals 3-2

NOVEMBER 24, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Puts up assist Roy logged an assist, three blocked shots and a plus-2 rating in Sunday's 5-2 win over the Golden Knights.

Impact Roy has three helpers over six games since he returned from a lower-body injury. That accounts for all of his offense through seven appearances this year. The 29-year-old defenseman usually puts up fine depth offense from the blue line, but he's been a little lacking in the physical stats with 12 hits and 10 blocked shots so far.

NOVEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Logs helper in return Roy notched an assist, three shots on goal, five hits, three blocked shots and two PIM in Wednesday's 3-2 win over the Predators.

Impact Roy returned from a 10-game absence due to a lower-body injury and immediately retook a top-four role. He saw 20:07 of ice time on the second pairing. The 29-year-old defenseman offers modest offense, but he should be a decent source of non-scoring production, particularly blocked shots and hits, going forward.

NOVEMBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set to play Wednesday Roy (lower body) is expected to be activated off injured reserve and play Wednesday versus Nashville, per coach Spencer Carbery told Sammi Silber of The Hockey News.

Impact Roy hasn't been in the lineup since Oct. 12 due to the injury. He's projected to serve on the third pairing alongside Rasmus Sandin. Dylan McIlrath, who has dressed in Washington's past 10 games, might be a healthy scratch Wednesday.

NOVEMBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Making progress in recovery Roy (lower body) is skating in a regular jersey at Tuesday's practice, according to Sammi Silber of The Hockey News.

Impact Roy could return to the lineup versus Nashville on Wednesday after missing the last 10 games due to the injury. Tuesday marked the first day in which Roy upgraded from a non-contact jersey at practice. The right-shot blueliner logged a minus-2 rating in 8:39 of ice time in his only appearance with the Caps this season.

NOVEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

In non-contact jersey Roy (lower body) is at practice Thursday in a non-contact jersey, Bailey Johnson of The Washington Post reports.

Impact Roy was injured Opening Night and has missed the last seven games. The 29-year-old defenseman is close to returning, but he remains doubtful versus the Canadiens on Thursday. Roy had five goals and 25 points in 81 regular-season games for the Kings last season.

OCTOBER 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nearing return Roy (lower body) is questionable for Thursday's tilt against Montreal, but even if he misses that game, he should be back soon, Ethan Cadeaux of Monumental Sports Network reports W...

Impact Roy hasn't played since logging 8:39 of ice time in Washington's season opener Oct. 12. He had five goals and 25 points in 81 regular-season appearances with the Kings in 2023-24. Roy might serve in a top-four capacity once healthy, especially if Jakob Chychrun needs to miss time after exiting Tuesday's 5-3 win over the Rangers due to an upper-body injury.

OCTOBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Moves to IR Roy (lower body) was placed on injured reserve Monday.

Impact In a corresponding move, Washington summoned forward Michael Sgarbossa from AHL Hershey. Roy has been out since Oct. 12, making him eligible to come off the IR list when he's ready to play. However, it remains unclear when he will be available to return.

OCTOBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Skates before practice Friday Roy (lower body) skated before practice Friday, Tom Gulitti of NHL.com reports.

Impact Roy played Opening Night and left the game early with the injury. He has missed the last five games and has yet to practice with the Capitals since the injury. Consider him doubtful for Saturday's game in Tampa Bay.

OCTOBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not ready to return Roy (lower body) won't play Wednesday versus the Flyers, Tom Gulitti of NHL.com reports.

Impact Roy was labeled day-to-day Oct. 14, but there hasn't been an update on his status since. As such, the defenseman can be considered out indefinitely until it's reported he's returned to practice. Dylan McIlrath continues to hold down a spot in the bottom four during Roy's ongoing absence.

OCTOBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss game time Roy (lower body) will be out of action for some games despite a day-to-day designation. Coach Spencer Carbery told reporters Monday, "I don't think it's going to be crazy long but...

Impact While Carbery's comment is about as clear as mud, fantasy players probably shouldn't be expecting Roy to play in at least the next 3-4 games due to his lower-body injury. With that being the case, the blueliner could be a candidate for a stint on injured reserve in order to free up a roster spot. Dylan McIlrath is expected to move into Roy's spot on the blue line alongside Martin Fehervary.

OCTOBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Labeled day-to-day Roy (lower body) won't practice Monday but is considered day-to-day, Bailey Johnson of The Washington Post reports.

Impact Roy looks to be questionable, at best, to play in Tuesday's matchup with Vegas, though he hasn't been officially ruled out at this point. If the blueliner does miss any time, both Trevor van Riemsdyk figures to see the biggest uptick in ice time while Dylan McIlrath could make his 2024-25 season debut on the third pairing. Barring a long-term absence, the 29-year-old Roy should still be capable of putting together a third straight 25-point campaign this year.

OCTOBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves game with injury Roy won't return to Saturday's contest against the Devils due a lower-body injury.

Impact Roy appeared to catch a rut in the ice and stumbled as a result. The 29-year-old played one shift after that incident, then exited the game. The right-shot blueliner is in the first year of six-year contract signed with the Capitals in July. Expect an update to come on Roy ahead of Washington's next contest against the Golden Knights on Tuesday.

OCTOBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 6, 2024 • NHL.COM