Switzerland
Lian Bichsel
Massive, smooth-skating blue-liner with polished defensive habits. Offensive tools need some work but could easily become a top-four defensive defenseman.
Joren van Pottelberghe
NHL caliber goalie who has many years of professional experience in Switzerland. He could provide depth in net for the Red Wings, but probably not more than an NHL back-up or perhaps 1B if all breaks right.
Brian Zanetti
A mobile puck-moving defenseman who can take care of the defensive end of the ice. Lacks offensive upside.
Janis Moser
A smart Swiss defenseman who's at his best in transition.
Akira Schmid
Schmid has surprised many with his early burst onto the North American scene. He has a long way to go but early impressions have been very good.
Simon Knak
Potential bottom-six two-way forward in the NHL, well suited to play the penalty kill opening up the opportunity for extra fantasy scoring.
Denis Malgin
Small but crafty offensive winger who has shown an ability to produce at the pro level.
Keanu Derungs
A crafty forward who loves to create in the offensive zone. A balanced passer and shooter who sometimes tries to do too much with the puck but has the skill to pull off some surprising stuff. Projects as a middle-six option at the NHL level.
Noah Delémont
A strong skating puck-moving defenseman. Constantly displays quality edges and an excellent stride.
Nico Gross
Gross is a quick thinking, sharp passing, strong defensive defenseman who could potentially wind up in an NHL teams top-4 as a shut down player on the blueline.