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Flyers host the Penguins after Tippett's 2-goal game

The Philadelphia Flyers host the Pittsburgh Penguins after Owen Tippett's two-goal game against the Edmonton Oilers in the Flyers' 6-3 win

FEBRUARY 24, 2025 • Associated Press

Records assist Saturday Rakell offered an assist, three shots on goal and a minus-2 rating in Saturday's 8-3 loss to the Capitals.

Impact Rakell fell ill while with Team Sweden at the 4 Nations Face-Off, but the illness didn't cost him any NHL action. The 31-year-old is on a roll with two goals and five assists during a six-game point streak in league play. For the season, he's up to an impressive 49 points, 149 shots on net, 93 hits, 66 blocked shots and a minus-16 rating through 57 appearances. While Rakell has three more years left on his contract after 2024-25, he comes with an affordable $5 million cap hit and could be a trade target for many contenders over the next couple of weeks if the Penguins decide to part ways with him while his value is high.

FEBRUARY 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Set to play Rakell (illness) is expected to play against Washington on Saturday after participating in Friday's practice, per Justin Guerriero of Tribune-Review Sports.

Impact Rakell didn't play in Sweden's 4 Nations Face-Off matchup against the United States on Monday. He has accounted for 25 goals, 48 points, 146 shots on net., 66 blocked shots and 93 hits over 56 games with Pittsburgh this season. Rakell should occupy a top-six role and see time on the power play in Saturday's game.

FEBRUARY 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Washington visits Pittsburgh after Wilson's 2-goal game

The Washington Capitals visit the Pittsburgh Penguins after Tom Wilson scored two goals in the Capitals' 5-4 shootout loss to the Utah Hockey Club

FEBRUARY 21, 2025 • Associated Press

Battling illness Rakell (illness) will not suit up for Team Sweden against Team USA on Monday, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet relays.

Impact Rakell did not record a point in the first two games of the 4 Nations Face-Off tournament. The right-shot forward's next chance to return to game action will be in the Penguins' home matchup against the Capitals on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

(Game) Day in the Life: Rickard Rakell | Pittsburgh Penguins It’s been one heck of a season for Rickard Rakell, who was added to Sweden’s roster for the 4 Nations Face-Off and is performing well for hi...

FEBRUARY 14, 2025 • NHL.COM

Travis Konecny's goal lifts the Flyers over the Penguins 3-2, ending a 5-game losing streak

Travis Konecny had a goal and an assist to help the Philadelphia Flyers snap a five-game losing streak with a 3-2 win over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Saturday night

FEBRUARY 9, 2025 • Associated Press

Extends point streak Rakell lit the lamp, took three shots on goal and blocked two shots in Friday's 3-2 win over the Rangers.

Impact Rakell found the back of the net nine minutes into the second quarter to level the score at two apiece. The 31-year-old forward is up to 25 goals, 47 points, 65 blocks and 144 shots on net in 55 games this season. With Friday's tally, Rakell extended his point streak to four games and has registered at least one point in 13 of his last 16 appearances. With Evgeni Malkin (lower-body) and Sidney Crosby (upper-body) both sidelined in Friday's contest, Rakell shifted to his natural position at center. If Crosby remains out Saturday against the Flyers, Rakell is Pittsburgh's top play in fantasy. He is a must-start in all formats for the foreseeable future.

FEBRUARY 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Tomasino scores tiebreaking goal and short-handed Penguins hold on to beat Rangers 3-2

Philip Tomasino scored the go-ahead goal midway through the second period, and the short-handed Pittsburgh Penguins beat the New York Rangers 3-2

FEBRUARY 8, 2025 • Associated Press

Metropolitan Division foes meet when New York hosts Pittsburgh

The New York Rangers play the Pittsburgh Penguins in a matchup of Metropolitan Division opponents

FEBRUARY 6, 2025 • Associated Press

Buries goal in win Rakell scored a goal on four shots, blocked three shots and added two hits in Tuesday's 3-2 shootout loss to the Devils.

Impact Rakell continues to play well on offense -- he has just two goals over his last eight outings, but he's added six assists and 24 shots on net in that span. The 31-year-old got the Penguins on the board in the second period of Tuesday's game. Rakell is up to 24 goals, 22 assists, 141 shots on net, 91 hits, 63 blocked shots and a minus-14 rating over 54 appearances. He last reached the 30-goal mark in 2017-18 with the Ducks, but it's very much within reach this season if he stays healthy.

FEBRUARY 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

'It's a huge honor': Penguins' Rickard Rakell has found his game and a spot on Team Sweden for 4 Nations Face-Off When Rickard Rakell first heard from Team Sweden representatives, it was a phone call featuring some disappointing news. The Penguins forwar...

FEBRUARY 5, 2025 • POST-GAZETTE.COM

Timo Meier scores in the 7th round of a shootout to lift New Jersey past Pittsburgh 3-2

Timo Meier beat Alex Nedeljkovic in the seventh round of a shootout to lift the New Jersey Devils past the Pittsburgh Penguins 3-2

FEBRUARY 5, 2025 • Associated Press

Rickard Rakell scores a goal against the New Jersey Devils

FEBRUARY 5, 2025 • YOUTUBE

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FEBRUARY 5, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Sweden selects Rickard Rakell as the 4 Nations injury replacement for William Karlsson

Sweden has selected Rickard Rakell of the Pittsburgh Penguins to its roster for the upcoming 4 Nations Face-Off

FEBRUARY 4, 2025 • Associated Press

Report: Penguins' Rickard Rakell added to Team Sweden's roster for 4 Nations Face-Off After initially being snubbed, Rickard Rakell will have an opportunity to represent his country. Rakell has reportedly been added to Team Sw...

FEBRUARY 3, 2025 • POST-GAZETTE.COM

Madden Monday: Should the Penguins trade Rickard Rakell next? Now that the Pittsburgh Penguins have traded Marcus Pettersson and Drew O’Connor to Vancouver, the biggest question is: Are they done? Might...

FEBRUARY 3, 2025 • TRIBLIVE.COM

Devils take on the Penguins following Cotter's 2-goal game

The New Jersey Devils visit the Pittsburgh Penguins after Paul Cotter scored two goals in the Devils' 4-3 loss to the Buffalo Sabres

FEBRUARY 3, 2025 • Associated Press

Dishes two assists in win Rakell provided two assists and took six shots on net in Saturday's 3-0 win against Nashville.

Impact Rakell's first helper came on a cross-ice feed to Sidney Crosby mid-way through the second period and the latter allowed Bryan Rust to seal the win on Nashville's empty net. The 31-year-old is up to 22 assists, 45 points, and 137 shots on net in 53 games this season. While he hasn't scored a goal since Jan. 17, Rakell has six assists across his past six games. With Evgeni Malkin sidelined (lower body), Rakell should continue to be the second-best forward option for the Penguins in fantasy.

FEBRUARY 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sidney Crosby scores in 4th straight game in the Penguins' 3-0 victory over the Predators

Sidney Crosby scored in his fourth straight game, Alex Nedeljkovic made 25 saves for his first shutout of the season and the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Nashville Predators 3-0 on...

FEBRUARY 2, 2025 • Associated Press

Penguins host the Predators after overtime win

The Pittsburgh Penguins host the Nashville Predators after the Penguins took down the Utah Hockey Club 3-2 in overtime

FEBRUARY 1, 2025 • Associated Press

Helps out in overtime Rakell notched an assist, five shots on goal, three blocked shots and two hits in Wednesday's 3-2 overtime win over Utah.

Impact Rakell has a helper in four of his last five outings. His helper was a timely one in this contest, as he drew the secondary assist on Sidney Crosby's game-winning goal in overtime. Rakell is now at 23 goals, 20 assists, 131 shots on net, 88 hits, 60 blocked shots and a minus-16 rating through 52 appearances. Aside from the plus-minus rating and a lack of PIM (10), he's been a strong all-around producer in a top-six role this season.

JANUARY 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sharks bring losing streak into game against the Penguins

The San Jose Sharks will try to break their six-game slide when they take on the Pittsburgh Penguins

JANUARY 26, 2025 • Associated Press

Dishes assist in loss Rakell registered an assist and took two shots on goal in Saturday's 4-1 loss to Seattle.

Impact Rakell's helper came in the second period on linemate Sidney Crosby's lone goal of the contest for the Penguins. Saturday's effort raised Rakell's season totals to 19 helpers, 42 points and 125 shots on goal across 50 appearances. His 23 goals lead Pittsburgh's offense and ranks just outside the league's top-10 skaters. The 31-year-old forward is riding a four-game point streak and remains on the Penguins' top line. With Bryan Rust and Evgeni Malkin dealing with lower-body injuries, Rakell is a must-start in fantasy for the time being and will continue to be called upon as a primary option for offensive production.

JANUARY 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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