Corey Abbott · RotoWire.com Mon, November 9, 2026 at 4:32 PM UTC · 5 min read About Our Ads Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement Finding dependable goaltending can be challenging. However, fantasy hockey managers can benefit from riding the hot hand while avoiding the cold ones, managing the schedule and making roster changes to fill short- and long-term needs.
Jesper Wallstedt, MIN: Wallstedt has won five of his last six outings, allowing only 10 goals on 153 shots. In those five wins, he surrendered two goals or fewer each time. Wallstedt has stopped 72 of 76 shots during his three-game winning streak. When Filip Gustavsson returns from hip surgery, he should be firmly planted as Wallstedt's backup. There is no need for a timeshare in the Minnesota crease. The Wild play three road games this week, with stops in Montreal, Toronto and Boston. Wallstedt could start in all three outings.
Juuse Saros, NSH: Saros turned aside 54 of 56 shots in victories over Carolina and St. Louis last week. Despite a 5-3-4 record this season, he has posted a solid 2.62 goals-against average and a superb .912 save percentage. Nashville plays four road contests this week, starting with a back-to-back against Los Angeles and Anaheim on Tuesday and Wednesday, respectively. The Predators also visit Vegas on Friday and San Jose on Sunday.
Spencer Knight, CHI: Knight has had a disastrous start to November, permitting 14 goals on 73 shots during a three-game losing skid. He has allowed at least four goals in each contest and surrendered six on 17 shots in Saturday's 9-2 blowout loss to Carolina. The Blackhawks placed backup Arvid Soderblom on waivers Sunday to make a change. Drew Commesso will replace Soderblom on the NHL roster. While Knight's spot as the No. 1 probably isn't in danger, Commesso could play more often than Soderblom.
Sergei Bobrovsky, TOR: Bobrovsky has lost his last four starts and gave up 15 goals on 113 shots. He didn't have particularly poor showings in losses to Utah and Calgary during that span, but struggled against Montreal and Seattle. Bobrovsky has allowed at least three goals in 11 of 12 appearances this season. Despite Bobrovsky's issues between the pipes, the Maple Leafs haven't given Anthony Stolarz many opportunities. The Maple Leafs play three home games this week against challenging offensive opponents in Colorado, Minnesota and Edmonton. It could be another tough run of starts for Bobrovsky.
Yaroslav Askarov, SJS: Askarov improved at the end of October, even though he posted a 2-2-0 record. He had a 1.77 GAA and .950 save percentage during that stretch. However, he had a rough showing last week to open November, losing all three of his outings and allowing 13 goals on 76 shots. It hasn't been pretty for Alex Nedeljkovic, either, as he has surrendered 13 goals on 98 shots during his three-game winless skid. The Sharks play four games this week, including home matchups against the Islanders, Penguins and Predators. San Jose also visits Utah on Saturday.
Teams with four games: EDM, FLA, NSH, PHI, SJS
Teams with three games: ANA, BUF, CGY, COL, CBJ, DAL, DET, LAK, MIN, MTL, NJD, NYI, NYR, OTT, STL, TBL, TOR, UTA, VAN, VGK, WSH, WPG
Teams with back-to-backs: EDM, FLA, NSH, PHI, SJS, ANA, BUF, CGY, DAL, TBL, UTA
With Devon Levi back from a lower-body injury and Tristan Jarry recovered from an illness, they could split Edmonton's four-game week. Jarry has been solid in his last three outings, and Levi won in his return against Vancouver on Saturday.
During four-game weeks, Florida's Jacob Markstrom and Saros could get the nod in three games apiece. Dan Vladar and Joseph Woll will likely each make two starts for the Flyers.
Cam Talbot, CBJ (12% rostered): Talbot has stopped 113 of 120 shots during his four-game winning streak. He has wins over Vegas, Philadelphia, Colorado and Dallas over that span. Talbot has outplayed Jet Greaves by a wide margin and has closed the gap in starts in the Columbus crease. The Blue Jackets' difficult schedule during a three-game homestand against Florida, Tampa Bay and Philadelphia this week shouldn't deter fantasy managers too much. Talbot has already performed well against challenging opponents and has plenty of appeal as a spot starter while he's hot.
Joonas Korpisalo, NYR (12% rostered): After recovering from a foot infection, Korpisalo made his long-awaited Rangers debut in Saturday's 4-3 win over Seattle. He stopped 25 shots and outlasted a late Kraken rally, including a barrage of 13 shots in the third period, to earn the victory. Korpisalo will compete with Dylan Garand for playing time. It's unclear if it will be a timeshare to start, or if the team will give Korpisalo a chance to string together some appearances. Leaning on Garand hasn't worked particularly well, but he has played better recently, winning his last two outings and stopping 55 of 58 shots. Still, Korpisalo has upside as a depth pickup, though consistency could be an issue over the long run.
Laurent Brossoit, ANA (10% rostered): Since joining Anaheim from the minors on Oct. 31, Brossoit has gone 4-0-0. With Lukas Dostal and Ville Husso struggling, Brossoit could start two of the team's three games this week. His 3.26 GAA and .877 save percentage aren't sparkling statistics, but he is getting wins and most of the playing time for the suddenly surging Ducks.
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