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Best waiver wire players week of Dec. 12 - Dec. 18
Anthony Cirelli
Anthony Cirelli returned to the Lighting lineup last week after missing the first 23 games of the season. In July, Cirelli underwent shoulder surgery following the Lightning’s third consecutive Stanley Cup Final appearance. In his first four games he recorded four assists and 15 shots on goal. Cirelli is currently playing third-line minutes, but will likely work his way up the lineup as he gets his feet wet.
Cam Atkinson
The 33-year-old veteran was cleared to play last week and awaits further approval to enter the lineup. It may be a bit premature to pick up Atkinson off the waiver wire, but his goal scoring ability could be just what fantasy managers need to turn the season around. Atkinson will play under Flyers head coach John Tortorella for the second time in his career. Under Torts’ supervision in Columbus, Atkinson had five 20 goal seasons including a 41 goal season in 2019. Atkinson should provide some juice to the flyers lineup (and yours).
Marcus Bjork
Due to a plethora of injuries the Blue Jackets have relied on Marcus Bjork to man the top power play unit. In five games as the quarterback, Bjork has recorded a power-play goal and assist. The rookie has been solid defensively as well with five hits and five blocked shots in last week’s matchup. Bjork has solidified his role and should continue to produce in the weeks to come.
