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| WINS | GAA | SV% | SO | RANK | FSP |
| 4 | 3.18 | 0.904 | 0 | 18th | 3.92 |
| 1st String | Tracked By: 8 | |||||
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Archived News (03-2009)
Khabibulin will be on the bench Tuesday against Montreal with
News: Khabibulin will be on the bench Tuesday against Montreal with teammate Cristobal Huet getting the nod in goal, the Chicago Daily Herald reports. [...]
Blackhawks G Nikolai Khabibulin made 19 saves during a 4-0 loss
News: Blackhawks G Nikolai Khabibulin made 19 saves during a 4-0 loss to the Canucks Sunday. Daniel Sedin's goal 3:22 into the game was all Vancouver would need to beat Chicago. The loss snapped Khabibulin's three-game winning streak. [...]
Nikolai Khabibulin surrendered four goals in a 4-0 loss to Vancouver
Nikolai Khabibulin surrendered four goals in a 4-0 loss to Vancouver Sunday night. Khabibulin turned aside 19 shots in the loss. The loss is his first in four games. [...]
Khabibulin stopped just 19 of 23 shots in Chicago's 4-0 loss
News: Khabibulin stopped just 19 of 23 shots in Chicago's 4-0 loss to Vancouver Sunday. [...]
Nikolai Khabibulin will start for Chicago on Sunday. He has
Nikolai Khabibulin will start for Chicago on Sunday. He has won his previous three games and will be making his fourth straight start between the pipes for the Blackhawks. [...]
Blackhawks G Nikolai Khabibulin made 28 saves during a 3-2 overtime
News: Blackhawks G Nikolai Khabibulin made 28 saves during a 3-2 overtime win against the Devils Friday. In the final minutes of the second, Khabibulin made a point-blank stop on Bobby Holik and Martin Brodeur stopped Patrick Sharp after he stickhandled around New Jersey defenseman Bryce Salvador. Both goalies were alert in the scoreless third. Khabibulin moved quickly to block Travis Zajac's 20-foot wrist shot during a power play midway through the period, then stopped Holik with five minutes left. Khabibulin rallied from a 2-1 deficit for his third straight win. [...]
Nikolai Khabibulin picked up his twentieth victory of the season
Nikolai Khabibulin picked up his twentieth victory of the season as the Blackhawks downed the Devils 3-2 in overtime on Friday night. Khabibulin stopped 28 of the 30 shots that he faced to improve his seasonal record to 20-7-6 on the season. [...]
After squandering a 4-1 lead, Chicago got shootout goals from
News: After squandering a 4-1 lead, Chicago got shootout goals from Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews, and Nikolai Khabibulin made two big saves to beat the San Jose Sharks 6-5 on Wednesday and move back into sole possession of fourth place in the Western Conference. After Kane scored to give Chicago the lead opening the shootout, a shot by San Jose's Joe Pavelski hit the pipe and went off. Toews then beat San Jose goalie Evgeni Nabokov, and Khabibulin secured the win by snuffing former Blackhawks' star Jeremy Roenick. "Habby (Khabibulin) bailed us out tonight with some good saves," forward Andrew Ladd said. "And Johnny and Kaner were big in the shootout. We're happy with the two points, but it's not good giving up the lead at the end." [...]
Nikolai Khabibulin stopped both shooters he faced to lead Chicago
Nikolai Khabibulin stopped both shooters he faced to lead Chicago to a 6-5 win over the Sharks. While Khabibulin looked pedestrian while stopping 23 of 28 shots in regulation, he was unbeatable in both overtime and the shootout. [...]
Khabibulin will start again on Wednesday against the Sharks.
News: Khabibulin will start again on Wednesday against the Sharks. [...]
Khabibulin will start
Nikolai Khabibulin will make his 32nd start in goal tonight against the Sharks at the United Center, according to the Chicago Tribune.
Our View: Khabibulin only allowed two goals in his last outing against the Sharks, and he holds a 2.20 goals-against average over 16 outings at home. He is worth penciling into fantasy lineups.
Nikolai Khabibulin will start in his third consecutive game
Nikolai Khabibulin will start in his third consecutive game Wednesday. Khabibulin has emerged as Chicago's clear number one starter heading into the playoffs and he should receive the bulk of the Blackhawks' remaining starts. [...]
Patrick Sharp and Martin Havlat each scored two goals, Nikolai
News: Patrick Sharp and Martin Havlat each scored two goals, Nikolai Khabibulin made 14 saves, and the Chicago Blackhawks defeated the Los Angeles Kings 4-1 on Sunday to end an 0-3-2 slump. Khabibulin lost a bid for his second shutout this season and 40th of his career when the Kings' Drew Doughty scored a power-play goal with 3:06 left in the third. [...]
Nikolai Khabibulin was called upon to make just 14 saves to
Nikolai Khabibulin was called upon to make just 14 saves to preserve a 4-1 win over the Kings on Sunday. The Chicago goaltender faced just five shots in each period to record his 18th victory of the year. [...]
Khabibulin will start against the Kings on Sunday, the Chicago
News: Khabibulin will start against the Kings on Sunday, the Chicago Tribune reports. [...]
The Chicago Blackhawks plan to give Nikolai Khabibulin the majority
The Chicago Blackhawks plan to give Nikolai Khabibulin the majority of the starts in goal the rest of the way. Chicago coach Joel Quenneville is looking for Khabibulin to get hot down the stretch and into the playoffs. [...]
Nikolai Khabibulin was the hard-luck loser on Friday night as
Nikolai Khabibulin was the hard-luck loser on Friday night as the Blackhawks fell to the Oilers in a shoot out. Khabibulin turned aside 27 of the 31 shots that he faced which resulted in his sixth overtime loss of the season. [...]
Patrick O'Sullivan and Ales Kotalik scored in a shootout past
News: Patrick O'Sullivan and Ales Kotalik scored in a shootout past Nikolai Khabibulin to give the Edmonton Oilers their third straight victory, 5-4 over the slumping Chicago Blackhawks on Friday night. Khabibulin never led in the game, but was able to shut out Edmonton on nine shots in the third period as Chicago rallied to tie the game. Khabibulin made five more saves in overtime before losing in the shootout. He had 27 saves and hasn't won since Feb. 11 in Atlanta, when he sustained a groin injury that sidelined him for a month. [...]
Khabibulin slated to start
Nikolai Khabibulin is slated for his 30th start in goal tonight against the Oilers at the United Center, according to the Chicago Tribune.
Our View: Khabibulin has lost two straight starts, but only allowed two goals in a winning effort in his last battle with Edmonton. He merits fantasy consideration for tonight.
Khabibulin slated to start
Nikolai Khabibulin is slated for his 30th start in goal tonight against the Oilers at the United Center, according to the Chicago Tribune.
Our View: Khabibulin has lost two straight starts, but only allowed two goals in a winning effort in his last match-up with Edmonton. He merits fantasy consideration for tonight.
Nikolai Khabibulin will play between the pipes Friday. "We
Nikolai Khabibulin will play between the pipes Friday. "We want to get him playing some games here," coach Joel Quenneville said. "We need to give him the net for a while to get on a roll here. [...]
All Blackhawks G Nikolai Khabibulin could do was watch history
News: All Blackhawks G Nikolai Khabibulin could do was watch history be made. Martin Brodeur posted his 552nd win and passed childhood idol and Hall of Famer Patrick Roy for the most career victories in league history, as he made 30 saves in the New Jersey Devils' 3-2 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks on Tuesday. Khabibulin, who made 27 saves, fell behind 38 seconds into the game as Jamie Langenbrunner beat him with his 24th goal. Brian Gionta's short-handed goal 16:56 into the second gave New Jersey a three-goal lead and proved to be the eventual game winner. [...]
Nikolai Khabibulin made 27 saves on 30 shots but it wasn't enough
Nikolai Khabibulin made 27 saves on 30 shots but it wasn't enough as the Blackhawks went down 3-2 to the Devils on Tuesday night. Khabibulin drops to 17-7-5 and found himself in trouble after only 38 seconds and wasn't able to recover. [...]
Khabibulin slated to start
Nikolai Khabibulin is slated for his 29th start in goal tonight at New Jersey, according to the Chicago Tribune.
Our View: Khabibulin surrendered four goals in his last start against the Islanders, but could get back on track tonight, as he holds a 1.94 goals-against average over 13 career outings with the Devils.
Nikolai Khabibulin will be back between the pipes for the Blackhawks
Nikolai Khabibulin will be back between the pipes for the Blackhawks on Tuesday night versus New Jersey. Khabibulin did not fair so well in his return from a lower-body injury on Sunday afternoon against the Islanders, giving up four goals on 19 shots in a 4-2 loss. [...]
Khabibulin will start against New Jersey on Tuesday, the Chicago
News: Khabibulin will start against New Jersey on Tuesday, the Chicago Tribune reports. [...]
Khabibulin will start against New Jersey on Tuesday, the Chicago
News: Khabibulin will start against New Jersey on Tuesday, the Chicago Tribune reports. [...]
After missing more than a month, Khabibulin (groin) returned
News: After missing more than a month, Khabibulin (groin) returned to action and stopped just 15 of 19 Islander shots in a 4-2 loss Sunday. [...]
Blackhawks goalie Nikolai Khabibulin made 15 saves during Sunday's
News: Blackhawks goalie Nikolai Khabibulin made 15 saves during Sunday's 4-2 loss to the Islanders in his first game since Feb. 11, when he aggravated a groin injury in Atlanta. Khabibulin battled to a scoreless first period before New York took a 3-1 lead in the second. "He'll get better," Chicago coach Joel Quenneville said. [...]
Nikolai Khabibulin defended 15-of-19 shots in a 4-2 defeat at
Nikolai Khabibulin defended 15-of-19 shots in a 4-2 defeat at the hands of the Islanders on Sunday. It was not a favorable homecoming for Khabibulin, who was making his first start since suffering a lower-body injury back on Feb. [...]
Khabibulin back in net
Nikolai Khabibulin will see his first action since Feb. 11 on Sunday when he starts against the Islanders, according to the Chicago Tribune.
Our View: Backup Cristobal Huet has started the last 12 games for Chicago while Khabibulin has been nursing a lower-body injury. Khabibulin is 17-5-5 with 2.37 GAA in 27 starts this season, including a 3-1 record and 2.30 GAA in six starts against Eastern Conference teams.
Khabibulin, who hasn't played since suffering a lower-body injury
News: Khabibulin, who hasn't played since suffering a lower-body injury Feb. 11, is scheduled to return to action Sunday against the Islanders, the Chicago Tribune reports. [...]
Khabibulin set to return
The Chicago Tribune reports that goalie Nikolai Khabibulin will start in goal on Sunday against the Islanders.
Our View: Khabibulin has been sidelined since February 11 with a lower-body injury. He should make for a fine start on Sunday.
Nikolai Khabibulin will play between the pipes Sunday. Khabibulin
Nikolai Khabibulin will play between the pipes Sunday. Khabibulin hasn't played since suffering a lower-body injury on February 11th. However, Khabibulin and coach Joel Quenneville felt he was ready to return to the lineup after an encouraging practice on Saturday. [...]
Khabibulin is expected to be in goal on Sunday against the Islanders,
News: Khabibulin is expected to be in goal on Sunday against the Islanders, the Daily Herald reports. [...]
Nikolai Khabibulin is likely to get his first start in goal
Nikolai Khabibulin is likely to get his first start in goal on Sunday since suffering a lower body injury on Feb. 11. "I've been feeling better and better on the ice every day," Khabibulin said. [...]
The Chicago Blackhawks have activated goaltender Nikolai Khabibulin
The Chicago Blackhawks have activated goaltender Nikolai Khabibulin from the injured reserve list. Khabibulin was the backup on Wednesday for Cristobal Huet. [...]
The Blackhawks have activated goaltender Nikolai Khabibulin
News: The Blackhawks have activated goaltender Nikolai Khabibulin from injured reserve and sent goalie Antti Niemi to Rockford of the AHL. Khabibulin, who has been sidelined by a groin injury since he was hurt Feb. 11, leads the Blackhawks with a 2.37 goals-against average and a .924 save percentage and has a 17-5-5 record in 29 games. Khabibulin needs three wins for his 10th 20-victory season. He is 291-264-58 in 13 NHL seasons. He has shared playing time this season with Cristobal Huet. Khabibulin was in uniform on Wednesday against the Hurricanes but did not play as Huet got the start. [...]
Khabibulin (groin) was activated for Wednesday night's contest
News: Khabibulin (groin) was activated for Wednesday night's contest against the Hurricanes. [...]
Khabibulin (groin) was activated for Wednesday night's contest
News: Khabibulin (groin) was activated for Wednesday night's contest against the Hurricane. [...]
Khabibulin activated
The Blackhawks have activated Nikolai Khabibulin, according to the Associated Press. He has been on the shelf for a month with a groin injury.
Our View: He is eligible to return tonight against Carolina. He is needed back as Cristobal Huet has only won one of his last five starts.
Khabibulin nearing return
Nikolai Khabibulin is nearing his return to the ice, according to the Chicago Tribune. He has not played since February 11 due to a lower-body injury.
Our View: He may be ready to return by the end of this week. This is good news, especially considering that Cristobal Huet has only won one of his last five starts.
Nikolai Khabibulin is close to returning to the Chicago lineup.
Nikolai Khabibulin is close to returning to the Chicago lineup. Khabibulin suffered a lower body injury a month ago and has been out of the Chicago lineup ever since. [...]
Khabibulin (groin) could be in goal either on Friday or Sunday,
News: Khabibulin (groin) could be in goal either on Friday or Sunday, Hawks' announcer Pat Foley told ESPN-AM 1000 in Chicago on Tuesday. [...]
Khabibulin (groin) has been skating at practice over the past
News: Khabibulin (groin) has been skating at practice over the past week, but is still at least a week away from returning, NHL.com reports. [...]
Blackhawks G Nikolai Khabibulin has resumed skating, but not
News: Blackhawks G Nikolai Khabibulin has resumed skating, but not taking shots. Chicago GM Dale Tallon said both Khabibulin is "very close" to returning [...]
Nikolai Khabibulin skated again on Wednesday for the third straight
Nikolai Khabibulin skated again on Wednesday for the third straight day. "We're seeing real good progress over the last couple of days," coach Joel Quenneville said. [...]
Nikolai Khabibulin skated for the second straight day on Tuesday.
Nikolai Khabibulin skated for the second straight day on Tuesday. The goaltender has been out of action since Feb. 11 with a lower body injury, believed to be his groin. [...]
Khabibulin (groin) did not practice on Saturday, but Hawks'
News: Khabibulin (groin) did not practice on Saturday, but Hawks' coach Joel Quenneville said that he would be ready within the week, the Daily Herald reports. [...]
Khabibulin (groin) did not practice on Saturday, but Hawks'
News: Khabibulin (groin) did not practice on Saturday, but Hawks' coach Joel Quenneville said that he would be ready within the week, the Daily Herald reports. [...]
Nikolai Khabibulin should start skating in less than a week,
Nikolai Khabibulin should start skating in less than a week, according to the team. "The Bulin Wall" has been sidelined with a lower-body injury, believed to be a groin problem, since Feb. [...]
Nikolai Khabibulin should start skating in less than a week,
Nikolai Khabibulin should start skating in less than a week, according to the team. "The Bulin Wall" has been sidelined with a lower-body injury, believed to be a groin problem, since Feb. [...]
Nikolai Khabibulin Injury News
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Status: Out. Day-to-Day
Nikolai Khabibulin was supposed to start Saturday's game against Chicago, but did not dress due to a back injury he aggravated in the morning skate. He ended up being a late scratch and Jeff Deslauriers started the game instead, with the Oilers bringing up Torrie Jung to serve as his backup. Consider Khabibulin day-to-day for now.
Nikolai Khabibulin Fantasy Scoring
Top| # | Date | Saves | Goals Allowed | Shutouts | Wins | Points | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2009-11-16 | 30 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4.0 | 5 |
| 2 | 2009-11-15 | 27 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2.4 | 6.4 |
| 3 | 2009-11-11 | 23 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2.6 | 6.6 |
| 4 | 2009-11-08 | 34 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 7.8 | 0 |
| 5 | 2009-11-05 | 35 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 3.0 | 7.8 |
| 6 | 2009-11-02 | 34 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3.8 | 3.6 |
| 7 | 2009-10-31 | 25 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3.0 | 10.6 |
| 8 | 2009-10-29 | 40 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 3.0 | 9.4 |
| 9 | 2009-10-27 | 31 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4.2 | 6.8 |
| 10 | 2009-10-24 | 33 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1.6 | 11 |
| 11 | 2009-10-22 | 28 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 5.6 | 2.8 |
| 12 | 2009-10-16 | 29 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 7.8 | 3.6 |
| 13 | 2009-10-14 | 34 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2.8 | 9 |
| 14 | 2009-10-10 | 33 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 8.6 | 1 |
| 15 | 2009-10-08 | 25 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 6.4 |
| 16 | 2009-10-06 | 30 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 4.4 |
| 17 | 2009-10-03 | 17 | 4 | 0 | 0 | -0.6 | 13.6 |
| Totals: | 508 | 54 | 0 | 4 | 63.6 | ||
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