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It was ridiculous enough that Tom Wilson set career high in both goals and assists in his 12th season in the NHL, especially after coming off a horrible 2023-24.  So of course, Wilson is blowing last season out of the water so far in his age 32 season.  Wilson had a goal and an assist with two shots on Friday against Toronto, before scoring two goals and an assist with three shots and two PIM against the Isles on Sunday.  Wilson is somehow sitting with 15 goals already, adding 14 assists, in only 26 games.  Add in 54 PIM and 69 hits already and Wilson is having a top five fantasy season for a forward as we enter December.  Am I buying this?  Definitely not.  Guys just don't go from a 40-50 point player to 65 and then blow that 65 out of the water at age 32.  However, I also wouldn't be looking to move him without getting an insane return.  The PIM and hits are locks to be elite and he has turned into a good play driver.  With where you drafted Wilson, you're already playing with house money, so let it ride!  Let's take a look at what else happened over the weekend:
One way to prove last season's breakout wasn't a fluke?  Get an early hat trick.  Kirill Marchenko did just that, scoring three times on four shots in the 7-4 win over the Wild.  Yes, Marchenko didn't get any points in the Columbus opener, but the eight shots on goal also goes a long way.  I was neutral compared to consensus on Marchenko going into the season, but I already kind of regret not being bullish.  Columbus is playing a wide open, attacking style, and their best forward will continue to benefit from it.  Let's take a look at what else happened over the weekend: