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Devin Setoguchi – The Gooch had 17 points in 44 games for the Sharks in 07-08 but many saw his potential. Going into 08-09, once he was put on the top line with Thornton and he had a very, very nice run for the first half of the season and was in the top 10 in scoring for the entire league for much of the first couple months. He ended up with a solid 65 points but he easily could have been an 80+ point scorer had he stayed consistent towards the end of the season. He started off scorching hot and those that drafted him in anticipation of his production from playing with Thornton were not disappointed. Look for Seto to have similar or better numbers for next year as he is still extremely young and pretty talented on his own.

Rob Blake – Fellow San Jose Shark, Rob Blake, had a pretty solid season himself. Blake will be turning 40 years old this coming December but he certainly did not play like he was 39 in 08-09, notching a surprising 45 points with a +15 and 110 PIMS, after having two off years with his former team, the Kings after his stay with the Avalanche. Going to the rival San Jose Sharks, Blake was not expected to be a big contributor on offense by most fantasy managers, as it seemed like he was losing his touch due to age, at least a little. He definitely proved the opposite and it will be interesting to see how he does in 2010, especially with so many question marks in SJ with another playoff disappointment.

David Booth – Booth is one of those under the radar players who produces pretty solid numbers and goes without recognition by many fantasy managers out there. He had a nice 40 point campaign in 07-08 and then in 08-09 he jumped a full 20 points, including breaking the 30 goal mark. Booth playing on the Panthers and being overshadowed by slightly bigger names like Nathan Horton and Jay Bouwmeester actually helps those fantasy managers out there who know his potential. Look for him to continue to improve on his numbers for next season.

Travis Zajac – Zajac, a former 20th overall pick, showed why he was a 1st rounder this past season. Playing on a potent line with breakout player Zach Parise, they formed a formidable duo. After a solid showing back in 2006-2007 with 42 points, Zajac slipped a bit back down to 34 and also had a minus rating in 2007-2008. He certainly redeemed himself by following this all up with a 62 point effort and a very good +33 this past season. As long as Zajac sticks with budding superstar Parise, he’ll continue to put up solid numbers.

Ryan Kesler – Ryan Kesler was another child of the amazing 2003 NHL Entry Draft, along with several others who have been mentioned in this two part steals and surprises list. At first many were pegging Kesler to be just a solid defensive player with decent offensive skills. He hit 37 points in 07-08, including 21 goals, but he followed up wit a 22 point jump to 59 this past season. Playing a lot with Mats Sundin and Pavol Demitra, they formed a very good second line for the Canucks. The player situation in Vancouver is uncertain at the moment so keep Kesler in mind for next year’s draft, as he could be counted on for even more offense if the Sedins leave.

Bobby Ryan – Bobby Ryan was taken #2 overall after one superstar Sidney Crosby. For a little while many were saying that Ryan was overrated but he had only played 23 games in 07-08 and too many were quick to judge such a young player. He proved the critics wrong this year with 57 points in 64 games, including 31 goals in a shortened season. Considering how young he still is and how well he has shown he can score, including some highlight reel goals, it’s not out of the question that he will pot 40+ goals in 2009-2010, especially if he plays on the powerhouse line with Getzlaf and Perry.

Tuomo Ruutu – For a while, Tuomo Ruutu was hailed as the best player not playing in the NHL. In his rookie season he notched a very respectable 44 points but then followed up with several seasons of injury-plagued play. Finally it seems like he has found a home with the Carolina Hurricanes, as he played in 79 games and had 54 points. In his 5th season of pro play, many had written off Tuomo as not even a has-been but a never-was. Ruutu has shown flashes of brilliance in the past but he never was consistent enough to be the force that many thought he would be when first coming into the league. Be cautious about drafting him next season, though, as just like his former Chicago teammate Marty Havlat, one healthy season out of several injury prone ones does not a player durable.