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Here are the fantasy repercussions following the news Pittsburgh Penguins' G Matt Murray is week-to-week with a lower-body injury:

There are few things as vague as injury terminology in hockey. "Week-to-week with a lower-body injury" could mean anything. Murray owners simply have sit tight and wait until his return, whenever that might be.

In the meantime, Murray must be stashed in an available IR spot. For those unable to do so, Murray still has to be kept in a bench spot, even if it means dropping a forward or defenseman. With a 13-3-1 record and 2.18 GAA, Murray is one of the top goalies in fantasy.

The one positive here, however, is Pittsburgh's schedule. After a game with Montreal on New Year's Eve, the Pens aren't in action again until January 8. Expect there to be an update regarding Murray's injury during this CBA-mandated bye week.

Fleury takes over at the right time

Marc-Andre Fleury has been a streaky goalie throughout his 13-year career. Right now, he looks to be rolling. In his past five appearances, he's 3-0-1 with a .947 GAA. He's been especially good in his last three starts, allowing just three goals on 66 shots, including a 19-save shutout against Carolina in relief of an injured Murray.

With a matchup against Montreal next on the docket, Fleury will make for an intriguing daily fantasy option. Montreal is one of the top teams in the Eastern Conference and could push Fleury's ownership down a hair. Consider Fleury as a possible contrarian play.

In season-long leagues, Fleury is most likely owned. If not, he needs to be picked up immediately. At 24-8-5 and first in goals scored, Pittsburgh provides their netminder a shot at victory each and every night.

Expect Tristan Jarry, Pittsburgh's second-round pick in 2013, to be called up to handle backup duties. Look to him as a tournament bargain play when he starts.

Waiver Wire Targets

Antti Niemi, Dallas Stars

• Dallas' open-ended style often leaves their goalies vulnerable to a shelling or two. While counterpart Kari Lehtonen has started Dallas' past two games, Niemi's been less susceptible to blowups and sports a 7-4-4 record compared to Lehtonen's 8-10-3 mark.

Connor Hellebuyck, Winnipeg Jets

• Hellebuyck doesn't provide strong individual stats and doesn't come with a powerhouse team in front of him. He has, however, gone 3-1 with a .938 SV% in his past four starts, including stopping 34-of-35 shots against Chicago. With upcoming games against the Islanders, Lightning, Panthers, Sabres, and Flames, Hellebuyck may suffice for now.

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