Matvei Gridin scores twice in Calgary's win over Toronto

Fantasy hockey: Gridin posted two goals, one assist and five shots in 16:11 Monday, well above his recent averages and worth streaming in deeper formats.

By Fantasy Roundup Staff · October 27, 2026

Matvei Gridin scores twice in Calgary's win over Toronto

Matvei Gridin scored two goals and one assist, adding five shots and a plus-2 rating in 16:11 of ice time as the Flames defeated the Maple Leafs 5-2 on Monday, October 26. One of his goals came on the power play.

The three-point night stands well above his recent averages of 0.61 points and 1.8 shots per game in 15:23 a night. Gridin's underlying play grades 48 out of 100 among forwards, a read on how sustainable his scoring is. He remains on Calgary's first power-play unit, where he sees 2:08 a night, fifth among all Flames skaters.

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Matvei Gridin

Gridin's five shots and three points both topped his recent marks by a wide margin, as he typically produces 0.18 goals, 0.42 assists and 1.8 shots per game. The 16:11 of ice time sits close to his 15:23 average. His power-play role gives him 2:08 per game on the man advantage, ranking fifth among all Calgary skaters, and he adds 0.21 power-play points a night.

The 48 process grade, which measures shots, scoring chances and ice time, suggests this scoring pace will be difficult to maintain. Calgary plays four more times this week (Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday), making Gridin a streaming option in deeper leagues. He averages 0.3 hits and 0.8 blocks per game for managers in multi-category formats.

What to do

• Stream Gridin in deeper formats for Calgary's four games this week.

• Monitor his ice time and power-play role as indicators of continued opportunity.

• Temper expectations given his 48 process grade among forwards.

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Quick answers

What does this mean for Matvei Gridin in fantasy hockey?

It helps his fantasy value. Breakout line: 2 goals, 1 assist, 5 shots in 16:11. 3 points, 5 shots against recent averages of 0.61 points, 1.8 shots and 15:23 a night.

Should I start Matvei Gridin this week?

Yes. Calgary plays 4 games this week, and he has averaged 0.61 points per game.

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