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Hornqvist potted two goals -- one on the power play -- on four shots in Thursday's 4-2 win over Buffalo.

Hornqvist was knocking on the door coming in with 32 shots in the previous seven games and only one goal to show for all that rubber on net, but his puck luck turned around in this one. He opened the scoring 7:56 into the contest at even strength, then capitalized on the Sabres' league-worst penalty kill in the middle frame. All told, Hornqvist's up to 17 goals and 32 points in 49 games played this season. He potted 18 goals in 69 games last season.

Hornqvist produced an assist, a team-high five shots on goal and two hits in Wednesday's 2-1 loss to the Kings.

The Swede had the secondary helper on Bryan Rust's third-period tally. Hornqvist has three goals, five assists and a plus-3 rating in his last seven games. The winger is up to 30 points, 137 shots, 96 hits and a plus-8 rating through 45 contests this year. Fantasy owners could do worse for roster depth.

Hornqvist scored two goals at even strength and added a power-play assist in Sunday's 5-1 win over the Red Wings.

He was initially credited with a hat trick, but the scoring on his first goal was later changed to give it to Kris Letang, with Hornqvist still getting the secondary helper. It's his first multi-point performance since Jan. 2, and the veteran winger now has 14 goals and 26 points through 40 games on the season.

Hornqvist scored a goal and led all players with seven shots in Sunday's 4-3 win over Washington. He also dished out a pair of hits.

Hornqvist scored on a deflection in the first period to give the Penguins a 2-1 lead. It was his 12th goal of the season and broke a personal six-game scoring drought. The 33-year-old has 21 points in 35 games and should maintain some fantasy appeal while he's on Pittsburgh's second line alongside Evgeni Malkin.

Hornqvist garnered an assist in Sunday's 4-3 victory over Boston.

Hornqvist registered five goals and three helpers in 12 games since returning from injury. The winger has just one power-play point over that 12-game stretch despite averaging 2:50 with the man advantage. Still, given his ability as a net-front pest, coach Mike Sullivan will be hard pressed to find a better option on the power play.

Hornqvist scored a power-play goal and had three shots in Sunday's 4-3 shootout win over Arizona.

Hornqvist gave the Penguins a 3-2 lead early in the second period, scoring on the man advantage for the first time since Oct. 12. Despite the long power-play drought, Hornqvist has been a productive player since returning from injury on Dec. 28, providing five goals and an assist in his eight games. The 33-year-old has been a reliable 20-goal man throughout his entire NHL career and should draw serious consideration as a waiver addition if he's available in your league.

Hornqvist scored a goal on two shots in Tuesday's 4-3 win over the Golden Knights.

Hornqvist's goal gave the Penguins a 2-0 lead at 7:10 of the first period. The Swede has been money with five points in six games since returning from a lower-body injury. Overall, the 33-year-old is up to 16 points, 78 shots on goal, 59 hits and a plus-7 rating in 26 contests.

Hornqvist scored both of his team's goals on eight shots in Thursday's 3-2 overtime loss to San Jose.

Hornqvist had the hot hand for the injury-riddled Penguins, and it was enough to earn his team a point in the standings. The Swedish power forward erased one-goal deficits on two separate occasions, with the latter equalizer coming in the final minute of the second period. Hornqvist has three goals, an assist and 13 shots in his past two games.

Hornqvist scored a goal, added an assist and went plus-2 in Monday's 5-2 win over the Senators.

Hornqvist had the secondary helper on a Dominik Simon goal in the first period before he added an insurance tally in the second. The Swede had five shots on goal and two hits in the contest. While injuries have limited the winger to 22 games this year, he's at 13 points, 57 shots and 53 hits in that span. His two-point effort Monday snapped a six-game drought dating back to Nov. 22, as he missed four weeks with a lower-body injury.

The Penguins activated Hornqvist (lower body) from injured reserve Saturday.

Hornqvist will presumably slot back into the lineup for the Penguins after almost a month on the shelf due to a lower-body issue. The veteran has racked up 11 points through the first 20 games he's suited up for in 2019-20, continuing to see his production decline from the prime of his career. Thomas Di Pauli was sent back to AHL Wilkes Barre-Scranton in a corresponding move.

Hornqvist (lower body) joined the Penguins for Friday's game-day skate and is getting close to suiting up but won't be in action versus Nashville, Josh Getzoff of PensTV reports.

Hornqvist's presence for the team's practice session on the road is certainly a step in the right direction. Considering Pittsburgh is heading into a back-to-back with a home clash against the Predators on Saturday, the Swedish winger is unlikely to be ready until Monday's matchup with Ottawa at the earliest. Where Hornqvist fits into the lineup once given the all-clear remains to be seen, but he should retake his spot in front of the net with the No. 1 power-play unit.

Hornqvist is reportedly dealing with a knee injury that is expected to sideline him for a month, per Josh Yohe of The Athletic.

Head coach Mike Sullivan told reporters that Hornqvist was going to be out longer-term, and this latest news would seem to expand upon that timeline. Pittsburgh will also be without Sidney Crosby (groin), Nick Bjugstad (abdomen) and Brian Dumoulin (ankle) until at least January and will need to rely even more on star Evgeni Malkin. With Hornqvist on the shelf, new addition Stefan Noesen figures to slot into a top-six role and could see time with the No. 1 power-play unit.

Hornqvist (lower body) will face a long-term recovery, Wes Crosby of NHL.com reports.

Hornqvist already missed seven games this year with a lower-body injury, and after getting injured during Monday's practice, he could be facing a similar timeline. For now, we'll consider the veteran winger week-to-week, leaving the Penguins' top six in rough shape with Sidney Crosby (sports hernia) still on the mend.

Hornqvist is being evaluated for a lower-body injury he sustained during Monday's practice, Josh Getzoff of PensTV reports.

While the nature of the injury won't be revealed until the evaluations are over, it's concerning since Hornqvist spent seven games on IR in November with a lower-body issue. When healthy, the 32-year-old winger has been a solid member of the Penguins' top six, recording 11 points, 50 shots on net and 50 hits over 20 games. Hornqvist will aim to shake off this injury by Wednesday's matchup against the Blues.

The Penguins have activated Hornqvist (lower body) off injured reserve ahead of Thursday's matchup with the Islanders.

Hornqvist is still technically consiered a game-time decision against the Islanders, but the fact that he's been activated off IR ahead of puck drop all but confirms he'll be available. The 32-year-old vet will slot into his usual role skating on Pittsburgh's third line and second power-play unit against the Islanders.

Hornqvist (lower body) will be a game-time decision versus the Islanders on Thursday, Michelle Crechiolo of Pens Inside Scoop reports.

Hornqvist missed the Penguins' previous seven games due to his lower-body issue. The winger practiced in a regular jersey for two straight days and appears to be trending in the right direction. The Swede will likely slot into a third-line role and should rejoin the top power-play unit in his net-front spot once cleared to play.

Hornqvist (lower body) won't be in the lineup versus the Islanders on Tuesday.

Hornqvist practiced in a regular sweater Tuesday, but he isn't quite ready to play. Still, the Swede's impending return will bolster the Pens' forward contingent considering Nick Bjugstad (lower body) is facing a long-term absence. Barring any setbacks, Hornqvist should be in contention to play versus the Islanders on Thursday.

Hornqvist (lower body) sported a regular jersey at Tuesday's morning skate, Wes Crosby of NHL.com reports.

Hornqvist continues to make progress in his recovery, but he'll need to be removed from injured reserve before he can suit up. If that happens before Tuesday's meeting with the Islanders, we'll be sure to let you know.

Hornqvist (lower body) was spotted at Sunday's practice sporting a non-contact jersey, Seth Rorabaugh of The Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.

Hornqvist has missed the past six games dealing with a lower-body injury he suffered on Nov. 3. His return date is still unknown, but the fact that the veteran is finally back to skating for the first time since his injury is at least is a positive sign for his recovery. With Sidney Crosby (groin) placed on IR on Saturday, the team would clearly benefit from Hornqvist's return to lineup soon.

Hornqvist (lower body) was placed on injured reserve Sunday and is expected to be out long-term.

Hornqvist exited Saturday's game against the Oilers late in the third period with the issue, and as evidenced by this news, it will cost him more time. The veteran has racked up six points in his last seven contests, so his absence will be a big loss for the Penguins. In his stead, Dominik Kahun could draw into the lineup, and Jared McCann could get a bump up to the second power-play unit.