Flyers Officially Decide on Tyson Foerster Injury Replacements

The Philadelphia Flyers are set to be without top forward Tyson Foerster for at least two months, and with the injury confirmed, Foerster's two injury replacements have already been selected.

Making their first move since the Foerster injury took place, the Flyers brought up forward Carl Grundstrom, who was with the team at the NHL level earlier in the season for a brief period, for depth at the position.

Grundstrom, 28, can play all three forward positions and has 293 career NHL games to his name, including one appearance with the Flyers - Nov. 8 against the Ottawa Senators.

He's not a player to get excited about and is certainly not a prospect, to be clear, but Grundstrom is someone who can be at least somewhat reliable and offer a slightly different profile from a Nick Deslauriers, for example, if the Flyers and head coach Rick Tocchet decide to go that route.

Speaking of Tocchet, the first-year Flyers coach had remarked previously about wanting to find ways to get more ice time for rookie forward Nikita Grebenkin, who has been in and out of the lineup for the last month.

Grebenkin, 22, has a goal and two assists in 16 games this season and has regularly flashed his playmaking chops in significantly limited minutes.

He, more than anyone else in the Flyers' pro system, is suited to take over for Foerster in a top-nine checking role that entails a bit of scoring, a bit of forechecking, and a bit of cycling.

Grebenkin doesn't have Foerster's shooting ability, no, but the gulf in overall offensive talent is not as significant as some would think.

In more practical terms, aside from Grebenkin's vision, creativity, and hands, the affable Russian is also arguably the best puck protector on the team, particularly down low and in close areas.

There's little doubt that Grebenkin has earned and has the skillset for an expanded role with the Flyers when they need it the most, and that was evidenced by the team's decision to call up Grundstrom rather than Alex Bump or Denver Barkey.

If Bump or Barkey had traveled over from the AHL Lehigh Valley Phantoms, it would only be because they are definitely going to play.

And for Grebenkin, that opportunity likely would have come at his expense, given Deslauriers's return to at least a rotational role, infrequent ice time, and some healthy scratches along the way.

Fortunately, though, Grebenkin doesn't have to worry about that, as he is instead about to receive the biggest opportunity of his NHL career with the Flyers now that Foerster is out with an upper-body injury for the foreseeable future.

NHL Fantasy Hockey Waiver Wire Pickups: Devils, Ducks, and Sabres Forwards Offer Prime Line Stack Opportunities for December 3

As December rolls on, the NHL season is heating up, and fantasy hockey managers are looking for any edge they can get to stay competitive. If you're scouring the

waiver wire for valuable pickups, look no further than forwards from the New Jersey Devils, Anaheim Ducks, and Buffalo Sabres. These teams have players who are producing at a high level and offer

prime line stack opportunities—especially against struggling defenses. Here’s who to target this week:

Dawson Mercer (C/RW), New Jersey Devils

Rostered in 59% of Yahoo Leagues
FanDuel Price: $5,800
Next Game: vs. Dallas (DAL)

Mercer is on a three-game point streak, playing as the Devils’ second-line center. Even with a tough matchup against Jake Oettinger, Mercer provides high value, especially since he also plays on

PP1. With over two shots per game on average, he has a solid floor and can be a reliable option in standard leagues and DFS formats. Add him for his consistency and the opportunity to stack him with other Devils players.

Arseny Gritsyuk (LW/RW), New Jersey Devils

Rostered in 3% of Yahoo Leagues
FanDuel Price: $4,700
Next Game: vs. Dallas (DAL)

Gritsyuk has been a sleeper in the Devils’ lineup with

three points in his last three games. While his ice time is limited, he has shown enough to be a solid pick, especially considering his high shot volume. If you're looking to stack

Devils forwards, Gritsyuk is a low-risk, high-reward pick. He’s perfect for those looking for an affordable DFS option.

Chris Kreider (LW), Anaheim Ducks

Rostered in 45% of Yahoo Leagues
FanDuel Price: $6,200
Next Game: vs. Utah (UTA)

The Ducks are on fire, and Kreider has been a big part of it, posting a four-game point streak. With the

Utah Mammoths struggling with eight losses in their last ten games, this is an excellent opportunity to target Ducks forwards. Kreider plays a bigger role on the team, averaging more ice time

and scoring more goals than teammate Beckett Sennecke (who’s on an eight-game point streak). Kreider provides both goal-scoring upside and consistent production—he’s a must-add for this week.

Beckett Sennecke (RW), Anaheim Ducks

Rostered in 31% of Yahoo Leagues
FanDuel Price: $5,200
Next Game: vs. Utah (UTA)

Sennecke has been one of the Ducks’ hottest players, with a season-long point streak of

eight games. With the Mammoths’ defense in freefall, this is a great chance to capitalize on Sennecke’s scoring ability. His consistency makes him a strong DFS option, especially in this favorable matchup. Don’t overlook his potential to deliver value, as his recent production is a strong indicator of future success.

Josh Norris (C), Buffalo Sabres

Rostered in 25% of Yahoo Leagues
FanDuel Price: $3,500
Next Game: at Philadelphia (PHI)

After a rocky season, Norris is back to form. In his

return game, he scored two goals and registered three points against the Winnipeg Jets, showing that he can still be an impact player when healthy. If Amon-Ra St. Brown

remains out, the Sabres could rely on Norris and Zach Benson (who plays on PP1) to help produce. With a cheap price tag and the chance to stack Sabres forwards

, Norris is an excellent value pick.

Zach Benson (LW), Buffalo Sabres

Rostered in 9% of Yahoo Leagues
FanDuel Price: $5,300
Next Game: at Philadelphia (PHI)

Benson has looked solid

alongside Norris in recent games, and his spot on the power play boosts his fantasy value. He’s also part of the Sabres' road success, with six wins in their last nine games. The

Flyers' defense has been leaking goals, making Benson a great target for waiver wire pickups.

Jamie Benn (C/LW), Dallas Stars

Rostered in 25% of Yahoo Leagues
FanDuel Price: $5,100
Next Game: at New Jersey (NJ)

With Tyler Seguin’s injury, Jamie Benn is likely to see increased minutes. He was recently paired with Jason Robertson and Roope Hintz, which helped boost his ice time and scoring opportunities. Benn is now in a prime position to capitalize on Seguin's absence and could be a key contributor for Dallas. Despite recent setbacks, Benn’s line with Robertson and Hintz offers serious upside.

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