Here is a list of fantasy hockey waiver wire targets for the period of April 28 to May 4, 2025, featuring one standout player from each of the specified teams. 

These players are widely available and can provide a valuable boost to your fantasy lineup during this crucial playoff period. 

Western Conference

Edmonton Oilers
Calvin Pickard (G)
Pickard is expected to start for the Oilers as he seems to have taken over for Stuart Skinner due to recent struggles, offering a streaming opportunity for fantasy managers seeking goaltending depth.

Los Angeles Kings
Andrei Kuzmenko (LW/RW)
Kuzmenko has tallied 11 points (5 goals, 6 assists) in his past 10 games and is playing on the top line and first power-play unit with Anze Kopitar and Adrian Kempe. 

Minnesota Wild
Matt Boldy (LW)
Boldy has been a consistent contributor for the Wild, providing depth scoring and playing a significant role in the team's offense.

Vegas Golden Knights
Pavel Dorofeyev (LW)
Dorofeyev has been integrated into the Golden Knights' top six forwards and is seeing time on the power play, enhancing his fantasy value.

Colorado Avalanche
Artturi Lehkonen (LW/RW)
Lehkonen has been a steady performer for the Avalanche, offering balanced production across goals and assists.

Dallas Stars
Thomas Harley (D)
Harley has been contributing offensively from the blue line and is seeing time on the power play, making him a valuable addition for fantasy managers seeking defensive depth.

Eastern Conference

New Jersey Devils
Jesper Bratt (LW/RW)
Bratt achieved career highs last season with 83 points, including 56 assists and 27 power-play points. Leading the Devils in assists and points, his consistent production makes him a valuable fantasy asset.

Carolina Hurricanes
Jackson Blake (RW)
Blake ranks among rookie leaders in goals and shots on goal, playing on the Hurricanes' top line and first power-play unit with Sebastian Aho and Seth Jarvis.

Montreal Canadiens
Ivan Demidov (RW)
The 2024 fifth overall pick has joined the Canadiens and is expected to play a top-six and power-play role, making him a valuable addition in keeper and dynasty leagues. 

Washington Capitals
Ryan Leonard (RW)
Leonard has recorded a goal, six shots on goal, and 14 hits in his first four NHL games, playing on the second line with Connor McMichael and Pierre-Luc Dubois. 

Florida Panthers
Sam Bennett (C)
Bennett has been contributing offensively for the Panthers and is seeing time on the power play, enhancing his fantasy value.

Tampa Bay Lightning
Nicholas Paul (C/LW)
Paul is skating on the top line with Brayden Point and Nikita Kucherov and on the top power-play unit, providing a significant offensive boost for fantasy teams.

Ottawa Senators
Shane Pinto (C)
Pinto has been productive since returning from suspension, averaging 0.88 points per game and anchoring the top line, making him a valuable addition for fantasy managers.

Toronto Maple Leafs
Matthew Knies (LW)
Knies has been on a scoring surge, amassing eight points (five goals, three assists) in his last five games, playing on the top line with Auston Matthews.