Zach Sanford

Zach Sanford

29-Year-Old Left WingLW
Chicago Blackhawks
2024 Fantasy Outlook
There was no outlook written for Zach Sanford in 2024. Check out the latest news below for more on his current fantasy value.
$Signed a one-year, two-way contract with the Blackhawks in May of 2024.
Put on waivers
LWChicago Blackhawks  Minors
September 29, 2024
Sanford was waived by Chicago on Sunday, according to Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet.
ANALYSIS
Sanford collected eight assists, 24 shots on goal, 19 blocked shots and 24 hits in 29 regular-season contests between Arizona and Chicago in 2023-24. He also provided three goals and three helpers in 13 regular-season outings for AHL Rockford. Sanford could begin the 2024-25 season in the minors.
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Sanford got lost in the shuffle as the Predators aggressively promoted prospects to the NHL in 2022-23. He ended up limited to 16 games in the NHL and another 45 outings with AHL Milwaukee. As many players have done in recent years, Sanford will try to revitalize his career in the desert on a one-year contract with the Coyotes. He's not guaranteed a spot in the lineup, but he should be able to push for bottom-six minutes. At his best, he has 30-point potential, though it's better to expect around 20 points for the 28-year-old winger.
Sanford has bounced around of late, splitting last season between Ottawa and Winnipeg following three years with the Blues. His production decreased significantly, as Sanford managed just nine goals and 21 points in 80 games combined between his two stops. He did post a career-high 169 hits, but that was largely negated by his minus-15 rating. No longer a youngster, Sanford will turn 28 this coming November and there simply isn't enough production in any one category to make him a reasonable fantasy option.
Sanford took a step back in 2020-21, posting just 10 goals and six helpers in 52 games a year after he produced 16 tallies and 14 assists through 58 outings. At 26 years old, it's safe to assume what we've seen from Sanford is all there is to his game -- he's a solid middle-six forward who can add some hits and a little power-play time to boot. The Massachusetts native will likely begin the year on St. Louis' third line, which isn't a great assignment with the Blues looking thinner up front than they have in years. Expect 25-30 points from Sanford, and he could add 100-plus hits and decent blocked-shot totals for a forward.
Sanford hit career highs in nearly every notable category before the NHL paused in March, recording 16 goals, 14 assists, 90 shots and 109 hits. The 26-year-old found a connection with Ryan O'Reilly and David Perron, but unfortunately, that may not be a reality this year. Mike Hoffman is in the fold, and Vladimir Tarasenko should be back from a shoulder injury in February, likely closing the door on a top-six role for Sanford. The 6-foot-4 winger projects for the third line, but he could handle occasional power-play minutes as a net-front presence if injuries surface.
Sanford missed most of the 2017-18 season with a shoulder injury and never got a call from the big club, but he was a fixture with the Blues last year, compiling 20 points, 48 hits and 37 blocked shots in 60 games. Although he wasn't called on much in the playoffs, he made the most of his four appearances in the Stanley Cup final, notching a goal and four points over five games to take down the Bruins -- his hometown team. Sanford's skill is evident, as he has an excellent shot and his 6-foot-4 frame helps him win battles in the corners, so the Blues just need him to stay healthy in order to become a more consistent middle-six asset. With a two-year, $3 million contract under his belt, he has a solid chance of approaching 25 points in the upcoming campaign.
Sanford was projected as a top-nine talent in 2017-18 before he suffered a shoulder injury just 15 minutes into training camp. The 23-year-old may have missed his shot for that role after the Blues made a flurry of moves this offseason to bolster the forward depth. Nonetheless, the Blues are excited about Sanford, who has the size (6-4, 207 pounds) to be a pesky net-front presence, so he'll be in the running for a spot on the fourth line with an opportunity to move up if injuries occur.
Sanford will be out until at least February with a shoulder injury, and even when he's healthy, he'll likely need to play in the minors for a while to get back in the hang of things. He had two goals and three assists in 13 games last season, proving his potential, but wait until he's able to return before consider snagging him.
Sanford is one of the better Washington prospects. Very raw but the foundation is in place for a solid pro career. He is several years away from the NHL but should be monitored in keeper leagues.
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Signs one-year deal
LWChicago Blackhawks  Minors
May 28, 2024
Sanford signed a one-year, two-way contract with Chicago on Tuesday.
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Dropped to minors
LWChicago Blackhawks  Minors
March 16, 2024
Sanford was assigned to AHL Rockford on Friday.
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Rejoins big club
LWChicago Blackhawks  Minors
March 8, 2024
Sanford was promoted from AHL Rockford on Friday, per the AHL's transaction log.
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Reassigned to AHL
LWChicago Blackhawks  Minors
March 8, 2024
Sanford was moved to AHL Rockford on Friday, per Ben Pope of the Chicago Sun-Times. It's believed his reassignment is merely a paper transaction to keep him eligible for the AHL playoffs.
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Sticks with big club
LWChicago Blackhawks  Minors
February 28, 2024
Sanford is still with the Blackhawks despite being waived by the team Feb. 20, Ben Pope of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.
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Poised to return Wednesday
LWWinnipeg Jets  Minors
April 27, 2022
Sanford is expected back from an undisclosed injury versus Philadelphia on Wednesday, Ken Wiebe of Sportsnet reports.
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Sanford has played in 15 games since joining the Jets at the trade deadline in which he garnered three assists, 15 shots and 35 hits while averaging 15:02 of ice time. The winger will have three games remaining to prove to the organization he should be re-signed in the offseason. Otherwise, he will hit free agency this summer.
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