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Kevin Fiala scores 2 goals, and the LA Kings hold off the Avalanche 5-4

Kevin Fiala scored two goals for the second straight game, and Quinton Byfield and Alex Laferriere had a goal and two assists apiece in the Los Angeles Kings’ 5-4 victory over the...

APRIL 12, 2025 • Associated Press

Puts home late goal Malinski scored a goal and went plus-2 in Saturday's 5-4 loss to the Blues.

Impact Malinski ended a six-game point drought when he scored at 19:51 of the third period. The 26-year-old defenseman hasn't been consistent on offense this season, but he's getting an extended run in the lineup while Josh Manson (upper body) is out of action. Malinski has four goals, 13 points, 103 shots on net, 103 blocked shots, 56 hits and a plus-11 rating over 72 appearances in his first full NHL campaign.

APRIL 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Bolduc, Thomas spark Blues to 12th consecutive victory, 5-4 over Avalanche

Zack Bolduc scored two power-play goals, Robert Thomas added a goal and three assists, and the St. Louis Blues extended their franchise-best winning streak to 12 games with a 5-4 v...

APRIL 6, 2025 • Associated Press

Tallies opening goal Malinski scored a goal, blocked two shots and dished out two hits in Saturday's 5-4 shootout win against the Canadiens.

Impact Malinski found the back of the net for the opening goal of Saturday's contest off feeds from third-line forwards Joel Kiviranta and Ross Colton. The 26-year-old Malinski is up to three goals, 12 points and 94 blocks in 65 appearances this season. His tally Saturday is the second time this season he's registered points in back-to-back games. Despite receiving limited ice time in a second defensive pairing role, Malinski is heating up with five points in his last six games. He has quiet value in deeper fantasy leagues due to his current momentum.

MARCH 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Brock Nelson delivers shootout winner to send the Avalanche past the Canadiens 5-4

Brock Nelson scored the shootout winner in the fourth round as the Colorado Avalanche spoiled a third-period comeback try by Montreal and beat the Canadiens 5-4

MARCH 23, 2025 • Associated Press

Picks up assist in win Malinski logged an assist, two blocked shots, two PIM and a plus-2 rating in Thursday's 5-1 win over the Senators.

Impact Malinski has played in three straight games, and he has four helpers and a plus-7 rating over six outings in March. The 26-year-old defenseman's spot in the lineup is safe as long as both of Samuel Girard (lower body) and Josh Manson (upper body) are out. Malinski has found himself a healthy scratch at times this season, but he has a career-high 11 points with 88 shots on net, 92 blocked shots, 49 hits and a plus-11 rating over 64 appearances.

MARCH 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

First multi-pointer since Jan. 2024 Malinski picked up two assists in a 7-4 win over Toronto on Saturday.

Impact It was Malinski's first multi-point game of the season, and his first since Jan. 16, 2024. He won't help you on the offensive side of the ledger -- he has just two goals and seven assists in 60 games this season. But Malinski does know how to get in front of pucks. He has 86 this year, including 18 in his last nine contests.

MARCH 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores second goal of season Malinski scored a goal on two shots in Saturday's 2-1 loss to the Predators.

Impact Malinski has two points over his last three games, matching his output from his previous 38 contests. The 26-year-old defenseman has had a rough second NHL campaign, but he's remained a regular presence in the Avalanche's lineup. He's at seven points, 73 shots on net, 78 blocked shots, 43 hits and a plus-2 rating over 55 appearances in a bottom-four role.

FEBRUARY 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Springs breakaway Malinski notched an assist, two hits, four blocked shots and a plus-2 rating in Thursday's 4-2 win over the Flames.

Impact Malinski ended a 15-game point drought with the helper. The 26-year-old went minus-2 with 13 shots on net, 20 hits and 17 blocked shots in that span. He's struggled to put together steady performances for large portions of 2024-25. The blueliner has just six points to go with 71 shots on net, 42 hits, 76 blocks and a plus-1 rating over 53 appearances. Malinski has a little short-term security in the lineup as long as Josh Manson (lower body) is out, but he'll be competing with Oliver Kylington, Keaton Middleton and Calvin de Haan once the Avalanche's defense corps is back to full health.

FEBRUARY 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Goes quiet on offense again Malinski failed to record a point over 12 appearances in January.

Impact Malinski's point drought is at 13 games overall, and he was scratched three times this month. He's still playing most of the time, but he could be pressured by veteran Calvin de Haan for the last spot in the lineup. Malinski has struggled through 2024-25 with five points, a minus-2 rating, 68 shots on net, 68 blocked shots and 39 hits through 50 appearances.

FEBRUARY 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Snaps slump with assist Malinski registered an assist in Friday's 4-1 win over Utah.

Impact Malinski sparked the play leading to Artturi Lehkonen's opening goal at 11:52 of the second period. The helper ended a 21-game slump for Malinski, who has maintained a bottom-four role despite the lack of offense in that span. For the season, he's at five points, 57 shots on net, 55 blocked shots, 20 hits and a plus-1 rating over 37 appearances. The return of Josh Manson (upper body) will likely cost Malinski minutes, but John Ludvig doesn't appear to be much of a threat to his spot in the lineup.

DECEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Stuck in drought Malinski was held off the scoresheet for the 17th game in a row Saturday in a 5-2 win over the Predators.

Impact Malinski has moved up the depth chart in that time due to the injury absences of Josh Manson (upper body) and Oliver Kylington (upper body). Still, the larger role isn't leading to more offense. Malinski has four points, 45 shots on net, 50 blocked shots and an even plus-minus rating through 32 appearances, down from the 10 points he put up over 23 regular-season outings last year.

DECEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in Saturday's win Malinski scored a goal, blocked two shots and added two PIM in Saturday's 6-4 win over the Hurricanes.

Impact Malinski snapped a four-game point drought with his first goal of the campaign. The 26-year-old defenseman has held onto a third-pairing role all season, and the Avalanche's lone change on the blue line Saturday was to bring in John Ludvig for Calvin de Haan, which suggests Malinski has some job security. Overall, Malinski has four points, 19 shots on net, 16 blocked shots, eight hits and a minus-2 rating over 15 appearances.

NOVEMBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Adds assist in loss Malinski notched an assist and two shots on goal in Monday's 5-2 loss to the Blackhawks.

Impact This was Malinski's third helper in the last four games, which is all of his offense this season. The 26-year-old is doing well to maintain a spot on the third pairing, though it's come with only sporadic power-play time and limited minutes overall. Malinski is averaging 15:26 of ice time while supplying 13 shots on net, 11 blocked shots, six hits and a plus-1 rating across 10 appearances.

OCTOBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Helpers in back-to-back games Malinski notched an assist and three blocked shots in Thursday's 5-1 win over Utah.

Impact Malinski has a helper in each of the last two games after starting the season quiet. The 26-year-old defenseman has seen his ice time drop since Devon Toews returned from a lower-body injury, but Malinski has maintained his spot on the third pairing. Overall, Malinski has two assists, 11 shots on net, nine blocked shots and an even plus-minus rating over eight contests.

OCTOBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Generates assist Tuesday Malinski logged an assist, two shots on goal and two blocked shots in Tuesday's 3-2 win over the Kraken.

Impact The helper was Malinski's first point of the season, but it's been his steady play on the third pairing that's kept him in the lineup. The Avalanche have often rotated Calvin de Haan, Oliver Kylington or John Ludvig out of the lineup, while Malinski has played in all seven games. Malinski has 10 shots on net, six blocked shots, three hits and a minus-1 rating while averaging 15:44 of ice time per contest.

OCTOBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Pushing for roster spot Malinski scored a goal on two shots, blocked two shots and went plus-2 in Thursday's 3-1 preseason win over the Golden Knights.

Impact Malinski's goal was his second tally and third point over three preseason contests. The 26-year-old featured on the top pairing Thursday, though he'll strictly be a third-pairing option to begin the year if he makes the roster. Evan Rawal of the Denver Gazette notes that Malinski seems to have surpassed Oliver Kylington in the battle for the last spot on the blue line based on preseason play. In limited NHL action last year, Malinski produced 10 points, 31 shots on net and a plus-3 rating over 23 appearances.

OCTOBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled Monday Malinski was promoted from AHL Colorado on Monday, per CapFriendly.

Impact Malinski scored 10 points in 23 games with the Avalanche this season but hasn't made an NHL appearance since Feb. 6. He'll provide the team with some extra depth this postseason.

APRIL 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sent back down Malinski was reassigned to AHL Colorado on Saturday.

Impact Malinski was scratched for Saturday's 4-0 loss to the Panthers. It was his third scratch in four games since the All-Star break, so it's no surprise he's going down to the Eagles to get some playing time. Malinski has emerged as the top call-up option when the Avalanche need reinforcements.

FEBRUARY 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suits up Tuesday Malinski had two shots on net and two blocks over 12:17 of ice time in Tuesday's 5-3 loss to New Jersey.

Impact Malinski was called up earlier this week and joined Colorado on its post-break road trip. He didn't play in Monday's loss to the Rangers but took Jack Johnson's spot on the blue line Tuesday. It appears to be part of a defensive rotation the Avalanche plan to deploy down the stretch, according to Evan Rawal of Colorado Hockey Now. Johnson is poised to see work against the more physical opponents, while Malinski could get starts against foes deemed less heavy. The 25-year-old Malinski has forced his way into the mix over 23 games with 10 points (three goals), including a goal and an assist on the power play.

FEBRUARY 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Summoned from AHL Malinski was recalled from AHL Colorado on Monday.

Impact Malinski has contributed three goals, 10 points, 29 shots on net, 20 blocked shots and 13 hits over 22 NHL appearances this season. He also has four goals and 13 points in 22 AHL contests this campaign.

FEBRUARY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Reassigned to minors Malinski was demoted to AHL Colorado on Friday.

Impact Malinski has 10 points through 22 NHL games this season, including three over his last four appearances. He was demoted to make room for Zach Parise, who signed with the Avalanche on Friday.

JANUARY 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Points in three straight Malinski had an assist, two shots and one block over 13:00 of ice time in Saturday's 7-4 win over the Flyers.

Impact Malinski's assist on the first of three Logan O'Connor goals extended his point streak to three games. Bowen Byram's continued absence due to a lower-body injury -- he's missed eight games -- has provided an opportunity for Malinski, who has two goals and three assists since filling in for Byram.

JANUARY 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist in loss Malinski had an assist, one shot and two hits over 13:44 of ice time in Thursday's 5-2 loss to the Bruins.

Impact Malinski picked up the secondary helper on Miles Wood's first-period strike, seconds after a power play expired. The young defenseman has three points over the last two games and hopes to continue that streak Saturday in Philadelphia. His presence in the lineup could depend on the status of Bowen Byram (lower body), who is skating with the team but missed a seventh straight contest Thursday.

JANUARY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores on power play Malinski scored a power-play goal and had an even-strength assist in Tuesday's 7-4 win over Ottawa. He added two shots, one block and one hit to his line over 17:17 of ice time.

Impact Malinski set up Colorado's second goal with a stretch pass that resulted in Jason Polin's first NHL tally. He then potted the game-winner one second before the Avalanche's man-advantage ended. His wrist shot eluded Mads Sogaard, who lost his stick on the play. The two-point effort was Malinski's second and gave the 25-year-old blueliner eight points through 19 games. He should stick around until Bowen Byram (lower body) is ready to play. Byram was given a seven-to-14 day timeline back on Jan 7.

JANUARY 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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