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Blues' Michael Del Zotto: Traded to Blues

Del Zotto was a serviceable fantasy option in the first five years of his career with the Rangers; he even notched 37 points as a rookie in 2019-10 and cracked double digits in power play goals (11) and assists (18) in his introductory campaign. However, injuries have hindered Del Zotto in recent years, and he's only compiled 40 points in 309 games between subsequent stops in Philadelphia, Vancouver, Nashville and Anaheim. Don't expect him to suddenly rediscover his offensive magic in The Loo, but Del Zotto should at least be able to handle bottom-pairing minutes at the top level until Carl Gunnarsson (lower body) returns from injury.

Ducks' Michael Del Zotto: Focused on defense since trade

Del Zotto has only five points in 29 games split between the Ducks and Canucks, who met Wednesday in a 1-0 result favoring the Ducks. For the season, he has 101 hits and 43 blocks, which may provide a little value in deeper formats, but point production is virtually non-existent for Del Zotto anymore.

Ducks' Michael Del Zotto: Headed to Anaheim

Del Zotto had rarely seen the ice with Vancouver since early December, drawing in just once after Dec. 4 versus the Wild. Rather than just sit on him, the Canucks will add a draft pick in addition to getting Schenn -- who has plenty of NHL experience himself. It seems unlikely that Del Zotto will be available in time for Thursday's game against the Wild, especially if he has any visa issues.

Canucks' Michael Del Zotto: Back in press box

Del Zotto returned to the lineup for Thursday's affair with Montreal, but he didn't impress the coaching staff enough to warrant another game. He was scratched for the 13 games prior to Thursday, and could be waiting another long stretch before seeing NHL action.

Canucks' Michael Del Zotto: Sent to press box

Del Zotto has gone eight games without securing a point, and has just four in 22 games this season. He's been a reliable source of hits though, collecting 86 along the way. He will come out of the lineup in place of Derrick Pouliot.