As the NHL season progresses, it's essential to evaluate fantasy hockey rosters and identify players who may no longer be worth holding onto. While some stars like Brady Tkachuk may be struggling statistically, their underlying usage suggests a rebound is imminent. In contrast, players like Thatcher Demko and Charlie Lindgren are becoming less reliable, with poor statistics indicating it's time for managers to explore trade options or replacements on the waiver wire.

For instance, Lindgren is overshadowed by Logan Thompson's outstanding performance in Washington, making him less valuable in fantasy terms. Similarly, Jake DeBrusk's recent output has been lackluster, and while patience may be warranted for Elias Pettersson and Sam Bennett, other players like Casey Mittelstadt, Trevor Moore, and Tyson Foerster are better off being dropped as they struggle to contribute meaningfully. Meanwhile, others like Pavel Buchnevich and Ivan Barbashev still have the potential to turn it around, provided they are given more playing time. It's crucial for fantasy managers to make these tough decisions to optimize their lineups moving forward.