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Kirk Maltby

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There was no outlook written for Kirk Maltby in 2025. Check out the latest news below for more on his current fantasy value.
Shoots Right
Height 6'0"
Weight 200
DOB 12/22/1972
Born Guelph, Canada
Drafted 3rd Rd, #65 Overall in 1992
Waived by Detroit in October 2010
LWFree Agent
October 12, 2010
Maltby announced his retirement Tuesday, the Associated Press reports.
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The 37-year-old was on a two-way contract with Detroit and decided that hanging up his skates was a better option than plying away at Grand Rapids (AHL) until the Wings had a depth role open up for him.
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Maltby had just 11 points in 78 games last season, while he won't fill more than a fourth-line role this season at age 36. Look elsewhere in the endgame to fill out your squad.
Maltby will add depth for the Wings as a fourth liner, while providing energy and a physical presence with limited opportunities at the offensive end this season.
He makes his dough as a tireless checker and pest, something that's really important to the Red Wings and not so important to the fantasy hockey public. Unless you're stuck for a short-night fill-in, you can let Maltby slide on by.
He lost 22 points and 33 plus-minus points last year, not that you wanted to take this "grind line" veteran in the first place. He's in the mix to throw his body around and check the opposing top line, not to score himself.
A hustler and grinder with an endless motor, Maltby is a joy to watch if you enjoy checking hockey. He's never going to score more than 20-30 points a year, though, so in most pools he's the type of guy you never bother drafting.
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LWDetroit Red Wings  Free Agent
October 8, 2010
Maltby will take the weekend to decide if he will retire or accept an assignment to the AHL, according to DetroitHockey.Net
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LWDetroit Red Wings  Free Agent
October 6, 2010
Maltby is expected to make a decision Thursday between playing at Grand Rapids (AHL) or retiring, the Detroit Free Press reports.
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LWDetroit Red Wings  Free Agent
October 5, 2010
Maltby was waived by the Red Wings on Tuesday, the Detroit Free Press reports.
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Kirk Maltby: Signs With Red Wings
LWDetroit Red Wings  Free Agent
September 8, 2010
Maltby has signed a one-year deal with Detroit, the Detroit Free Press reports.
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August 31, 2010
Maltby (shoulder) will have a face-to-face meeting with Red Wings general manager Ken Holland in the near future, the Detroit Free Press reports.
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