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Solid not good enough Vanecek made 36 saves in a 6-3 loss to the Lightning on Saturday. He allowed four goals.

Impact He was solid, which is a lot more to say than his season so far. His .886 save percentage and 3.24 GAA are a big part of why the Devils are staring up -- waaaaaay up -- at a Wild Card spot. But still, Vanecek is 3-2-1 in his last six starts, and he has allowed four or more goals four times in that span. Little wonder the Devils have been in the market for another goalie.

JANUARY 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to start Saturday Vanecek will guard the road net against Tampa Bay on Saturday, per Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site.

Impact Vanecek has a 16-7-2 record, 3.21 GAA and .885 save percentage in 28 outings in 2023-24. He stopped the 11 shots he faced in a relief appearance during Thursday's 3-2 loss to Carolina. Tampa Bay, which is in a three-way tie for seventh offensively this year with 3.43 goals per game, will be a difficult adversary for Vanecek.

JANUARY 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes 11 saves in relief Vanecek stopped 11 Hurricanes shots in a relief appearance during a 3-2 loss to Carolina on Thursday.

Impact Vanecek entered the game early in the second period after Nico Daws surrendered three goals on 12 shots. With the Devils down 3-0 when Vanecek entered the contest, he ultimately wasn't charged with the loss. The 28-year-old netminder has a 16-7-2 record, 3.21 GAA and .885 save percentage in 28 outings this season. Daws has been struggling lately, which increases the chases that Vanecek will get the nod in Saturday's road game versus Tampa Bay.

JANUARY 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Hangs on for overtime victory Vanecek allowed five goals on 32 shots in Monday's 6-5 overtime win against the Golden Knights.

Impact Vanecek got off to a shaky start, allowing an early first period goal, then his offense staked him to a 3-1 lead. He allowed four unanswered goals in the second period, but once again his offense bailed him out. Luckily for Vanecek, Tyler Toffoli and Curtis Lazar were on another plane, and the veteran Toffoli made a winner of the goaltender at 2:35 of overtime to send the crowd away happy.

JANUARY 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Guarding cage Monday Vanecek will get the starting nod for Monday's home matchup against Vegas, Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site reports.

Impact Vanecek is coming off one of his best performances of the year, stopping 29 of 30 shots in a win over the Blue Jackets on Friday. However, the 28-year-old hasn't put together consecutive wins since Dec. 23 and 27. Over his last four outings, he's coughed up 12 goals on 106 shots. Vanecek is 15-7-2 with a 3.22 GAA and an .885 save percentage through 26 games this season.

JANUARY 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Holds Blue Jackets to one goal Vanecek stopped 29 of 30 shots in a 4-1 win over Columbus on Friday.

Impact Vanecek was beaten by Cole Sillinger just 4:21 into the contest, but he shook it off and was perfect for the rest of the night. He improved to 15-7-2 with a 3.22 GAA and an .885 save percentage in 26 outings in 2023-24. The 28-year-old's overall struggles this campaign have allowed Nico Daws to challenge for the starting gig, and it will take more than one strong start out of Vanecek to reassert himself as the clear No. 1 goalie.

JANUARY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Guarding cage Friday Vanecek will get the starting nod in Columbus, Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site reports.

Impact Vanecek will make his first appearance since coughing up four goals on 20 shots in a loss to Tampa Bay on Jan. 11. The 28-year-old netminder has gone 2-1-1 since the holiday break despite an unsightly .867 save percentage during that stretch. On the year, he's 14-7-2 with a 3.31 GAA and an .882 save percentage through 25 games.

JANUARY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Shaky in OT loss Vanecek allowed four goals on 20 shots in Thursday's 4-3 overtime loss to the Lightning.

Impact The Devils posted a plus-10 shot differential in this road contest, but the Bolts supplied three straight goals in regulation and Vanecek was ultimately handed the overtime loss due to a slick top-shelf wrist shot from Daniel Raddysh. While Vanecek has an uninspiring 3.31 GAA and .882 save percentage, the Devils rank fifth in the league in goals per game (3.54) to help the netminder boast a 14-7-2 record through 25 games.

JANUARY 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Taking on Tampa Bay Vanecek will patrol the road crease versus the Lightning on Thursday, Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site reports.

Impact Vanecek was rock solid in his last start Friday versus the Blackhawks, turning aside 23 of 25 shots en route to a 4-2 victory. He'll try to secure his 15th win of the year in a road matchup with a Tampa Bay team that's 12-5-3 at home this year.

JANUARY 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back in win column Friday Vanecek made 23 saves in Friday's 4-2 win over Chicago.

Impact He gave up a power-play goal in the first period and a shortie in the second, but Vanecek stood tall in the third as the Devils took control of the game. The 27-year-old netminder has gone 6-2-1 in nine starts since the beginning of November thanks to solid offensive support, but his 2.99 GAA and .892 save percentage during that stretch have kept New Jersey in the market for an upgrade in the crease.

JANUARY 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Gets starting nod Vanecek will be between the pipes at home against the Blackhawks on Friday, per NHL.com.

Impact Vanecek is sporting a 3.40 GAA and 2-2-1 record over his last five outings, a far cry from the start of the season when he went 6-2-0 through his opening eight appearances. Despite his recent slump, the backstop is unlikely to lose the starting job to Nico Daws or AHL netminder Keith Kinkaid.

JANUARY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Among NHL's worst at position Vanecek made 27 saves in a 5-2 loss to the Bruins on Saturday.

Impact His mates staked him to a 2-0 lead just 1:11 into the second period, but the drain opened from that point forward. Vanecek's .883 save percentage is among the NHL's worst - he's 53rd-of-57 netminders. He's in the same class as Ilya Samsonov, Antti Ranta, Anton Forsberg and Arvid Soderblom. Soderblom has a reason - his team is porous. Vanecek needs to be stapled to your bench or released.

DECEMBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tending twine versus Bruins Vanecek will protect the road goal versus the Bruins on Saturday, Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site reports.

Impact Vanecek has gone 5-1-1 with a 2.84 GAA and an .896 save percentage over seven outings in December. He's given up three or more goals in four of those games. The Bruins have scored just 15 times over their last six contests, but they have a strong enough offense to still present a challenge for Vanecek.

DECEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Does just enough for OT win Vanecek allowed three goals on 29 shots in Wednesday's 4-3 overtime win over the Blue Jackets.

Impact Vanecek improved to 13-6-1 with the win, as New Jersey erased a trio of one-goal deficits to repeatedly bail Vanecek out. This result continued a common theme, as Vanecek has frequently won despite posting unimpressive numbers -- his 3.26 GAA and .885 save percentage this season are both far worse than his career 2.68 and .906 marks.

DECEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

In goal Wednesday Vanecek will guard the home goal versus the Blue Jackets on Wednesday, Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site reports.

Impact Vanecek went 1-1-1 with nine goals allowed over his last three games before the holiday break. The 27-year-old will face a Columbus team that has won just two of its last six games.

DECEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Saturday Vanecek will guard the home net Saturday against Detroit, according to Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site.

Impact Vanecek has gone winless in his past two outings, surrendered seven goals on 58 shots. Through 20 contests this campaign, he has earned an 11-6-1 record with a 3.35 GAA and an .883 save percentage. The Red Wings rank third in the league this season with 3.58 goals per game.

DECEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Falls in relief Vanecek allowed four goals on 32 shots in Thursday's 6-3 loss to the Oilers.

Impact Vanecek was thrust into action after Akira Schmid surrendered two goals in the first five minutes of the opening period. Vanecek would keep Edmonton at bay while the Devils rallied to take a 3-2 lead heading into the third period. However, the 27-year-old netminder imploded in the final frame, allowing four goals en route to a 6-3 loss. Vanecek has now dropped consecutive outings, allowing seven goals on 58 shots in that span, as he falls to 11-6-1 with an .883 save percentage and 3.35 GAA. The Devils are back in action Saturday at home versus Detroit.

DECEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Falls to Flyers Vanecek allowed three goals on 26 shots in Tuesday's 3-2 overtime loss to the Flyers.

Impact Vanecek held Philadelphia to a pair of Ryan Poehling second-period goals in regulation, but Owen Tippett's tally off a New Jersey turnover in overtime stuck Vanecek with his first loss since Nov. 28. The 27-year-old netminder had won his previous three starts while splitting work with Akira Schmid. Overall, Vanecek is now 11-5-1 despite an uninspiring .883 save percentage and 3.30 GAA. The Devils are back in action Thursday against the Oilers.

DECEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Tuesday Vanecek will protect the home net Tuesday against Philadelphia, Sam Kasan of the Devils' official site reports.

Impact Vanecek has posted a 3-0-0 record to begin December, stopping 74 of 82 shots. Overall, he has an 11-5-0 record this season with a 3.33 GAA and an .883 save percentage through 18 appearances. Philadelphia is tied for 23rd in the league this campaign with 2.90 goals per contest.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available for Tuesday Vanecek (undisclosed) is available for Tuesday's home against Philadelphia, according to Sam Kasan of the Devils' official site.

Impact The Devils did not confirm a starter for Tuesday's contest, but Vanecek is probable to play after he occupied the starter's crease during the morning skate. He has posted an 11-5-0 record this season with a 3.33 GAA and an .883 save percentage over 18 appearances. Vanecek sat out Sunday's 5-1 loss to Anaheim because of an undisclosed injury.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable Sunday Vanecek (undisclosed) will not suit up Sunday against the Ducks, Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site reports.

Impact With Vanecek out, Nico Daws was promoted from AHL Utica to back up Akira Schmid. Vanecek is 11-5-0 this season despite a lackluster .883 save percentage and 3.33 GAA. New Jersey's next game is Tuesday against the Flyers.

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sharp in OT win Vanecek made 23 saves in Wednesday's 2-1 overtime win over Boston.

Impact Morgan Geekie beat him late in the first period after Vanecek couldn't control a rebound, but the 27-year-old netminder stoned the Bruins the rest of the way and got rewarded when Jack Hughes scored the OT winner. Vanecek has won four straight decisions despite a 3.06 GAA and .875 save percentage over that stretch, and he has yet to go more than two straight appearances this season without allowing at least three goals in a game. The Devils' offense will keep getting him wins, but Vanecek's fantasy value is otherwise sketchy.

DECEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Slated to start Wednesday Vanecek is set to start at home against Boston on Wednesday.

Impact Vanecek has won his last two starts, though he saved just 51 of 58 shots (.879 save percentage) over that stretch. He's 10-5-0 with a 3.49 GAA and an .879 save percentage in 17 contests this campaign. The Bruins rank 11th offensively this year with 3.31 goals per game.

DECEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes 23 saves in victory Vanecek stopped 23 of 25 shots in a 4-2 win over Calgary on Saturday.

Impact Vanecek surrendered a shorthanded goal late in the first period, forcing the Devils to enter the intermission down 1-0, but he was able to shrug off the setback to earn his second straight victory. Vanecek's 10-5-0 with a 3.49 GAA and an .879 save percentage in 17 contests in 2023-24. The 27-year-old goaltender has benefited heavily from the Devils' tremendous offense -- of the 12 goaltenders with at least 10 wins this campaign, Vanecek has the worst GAA.

DECEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting in Calgary Vanecek will guard the road goal Saturday against Calgary, per Catherine Bogart of the Devils' official site.

Impact Vanecek is coming off a 28-save effort in Tuesday's 6-5 win over Vancouver. He has supplied a 9-5-0 record this campaign with a 3.60 GAA and an .877 save percentage over 16 games played. Calgary is tied for 22nd in the league this season with 2.92 goals per contest.

DECEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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