Shane Pinto posts three points in overtime win for Senators
Fantasy hockey: Pinto's two goals and an assist in 22:29 Thursday make him a streaming option with three games ahead this week. Fantasy impact.
By Fantasy Roundup Staff · November 13, 2026 · Updated November 15, 2026
Shane Pinto scored twice and added an assist in 22:29 as Ottawa took down Colorado 4-3 in overtime Thursday, November 12. He managed just two shots but finished plus-2 with three blocks in his highest ice time of the season.
The three-point performance sits well above Pinto's recent averages of 0.65 points and 2.2 shots per game in 18:52 a night. His underlying play grades 85 out of 100 among forwards for shots, scoring chances and ice time, a strong read on how sustainable his scoring might be.
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Shane Pinto
Pinto earned nearly four extra minutes Thursday, playing 22:29 in a game that went to overtime. He operates on the second power-play unit, averaging 1:44 of power-play time per game, ninth among all Ottawa skaters. His process grade of 85 indicates he gets good opportunities even when the goals do not always follow.
Ottawa plays three more times this week, on Thursday, Saturday and Tuesday, then four next week. Pinto's combination of strong underlying metrics and a favorable schedule makes him a useful stream in deeper formats. Start him in any league where his 0.32 goals and 0.33 assists per game would help, particularly with the extra games to come.
What to do
• Stream Shane Pinto for his three remaining games this week in deeper formats.
• Start Pinto in any league where 0.65 points per game would add value.
• Monitor his ice time in the next game to see if the 22:29 was a one-off or a new role.
Schedule this week
Quick answers
What does this mean for Shane Pinto in fantasy hockey?
It helps his fantasy value. Breakout line: 2 goals, 1 assist, 2 shots in 22:29. 3 points in 22:29 against recent averages of 0.65 points, 2.2 shots and 18:52 a night.
Should I start Shane Pinto this week?
Yes. Ottawa plays 3 games this week, and he has averaged 0.65 points per game.
Players in this story
- Shane Pinto (C, OTT) · fantasy outlook: value up
Lineups for the teams in this story
- Senators lineup and lines tonight (Ottawa Senators)
- NHL starting goalies tonight
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