March 12, 2025
Washington Capitals right wing Tom Wilson (face) exited Tuesday's contest early after being struck in the face by a puck. Wilson has a "huge gash on his upper lip" and will likely need "repairs." Before exiting the game, Wilson logged just over 15 minutes of ice time and tallied two helpers. He logged one blocked shot and one shot on goal. Fantasy managers should monitor his status leading up to their next game on Thursday evening against the Los Angeles Kings. Over his last five contests, Wilson has tallied at least one point in each game. During this span, he has scored three goals and added six helpers. Through 64 total games, Wilson has tallied 54 points with 16 of them coming on the power-play. If Wilson were to miss time, Aliaksei Protas would likely move up to the top line.
--Andy Smith - RotoBallerSource: Tom Gulitti
February 28, 2025
Washington Capitals right wing Tom Wilson (illness) is expected to return on Saturday when the Capitals face the Tampa Bay Lightning. Wilson was unable to suit up in their previous contest on Thursday evening with an illness. However, the 30-year-old was able to log a successful practice session on Friday, suggesting he is past this illness. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status in case he faces a setback. Over his previous eight contests, Wilson has found the back of the net six times and added four helpers. During this stretch, he has held a +4 rating with 17 shots on goal, 22 hits, and three blocked shots. Fantasy managers should expect Wilson to return to his typical spot on the second line alongside Pierre-Luc Dubois and Connor McMichael.
--Andy Smith - RotoBallerSource: Sammi Silber
February 23, 2025
Washington Capitals right wing Tom Wilson (undisclosed) will be evaluated before Sunday's contest against the Edmonton Oilers and could sit out. Wilson logged just over 12 minutes of ice time during their 8-3 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Saturday afternoon. Despite the limited playing time, the 30-year-old made an impact as he found the back of the net, logged four hits and one block, and held a +3 rating. If Wilson were to sit out on Sunday, Jakub Vrana would likely enter the starting lineup. Over his previous six games, Wilson has enjoyed an offensive surge as he has found the back of the net five times and added three helpers. During this stretch, he has logged 16 hits and three blocks. Vrana would likely have a bottom-six role if he draws into the starting lineup.
--Andy Smith - RotoBallerSource: Bailey Johnson
December 9, 2024
Washington Capitals right wing Tom Wilson (face) missed Monday's practice. The power forward took a shot to the face from a teammate in Saturday's 4-2 win over Montreal and is undergoing further evaluations. Despite getting hurt early into Saturday's game, Wilson produced a big performance with two goals. He's notched 22 points (11 goals, 11 assists) in 27 games across the campaign and once again leads the Capitals with 80 hits. Washington won't return to action until Thursday, giving Wilson extra time to recover. He's in danger of missing his first game of the season. Andrew Mangiapane might get a chance to work in a top-six role if Wilson isn't available on Thursday.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: Sammi Silber
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