https://www.nhl.com/predators/player/marc-del-gaizo-8481743

Fantasy Summary

Physical defenseman fit for a bottom pairing and 2nd powerplay unit


Observations

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June 2025 – After several years in the minors, Del Gaizo has shown steady improvement. He hasn’t shown top four upside, but he is a steady defender who can chip in the odd point. Now 25, he seems to have carved himself a permanent spot with the big club. In 46 games with Nashville, he was credited with 69 Hits and 76 SOG, both are appealing totals in fantasy leagues that track that category. Potential for 100/120/30 (BLKS/Hits/Points). – Dobber

June 2022 – In his first full professional season, Del Gaizo spent the majority of his time in a sheltered role in Milwaukee. He was usually deployed on the third pair with some powerplay time. There were times near the end of the season when he was able to shift into a top-four role and not look out of place. Although Del Gaizo only averaged 18 minutes per game this year, expect that to increase to at least 20+ in 2022-23 with a couple of potential departures on the left side of the Admirals’ defense. Curtis Rines

May 2021 – Del Gaizo signed an ELC with the Predators. He wrapped up his NCAA career in his third year with UMass-Amherst scoring 14 points in a 27 game shortened season. Del Gaizo figures to be a long-term prospect in the organization. Nicholas Kawka

March 2020 – After a delayed season debut from off-season shoulder surgery, Del Gaizo Has continued to serve as an offensive producer from the back-end.  While only playing in 22 games thus far, Del Gaizo has been producing at similar point totals than the year previous, however, his goal scoring has taken a hit, which could be a result of his surgery.  Del Gaizo still boasts great footwork and the ability to rush the puck and navigate through the neutral and hit streaking teammates with precision passing. He is just another solid prospect option on defense for Nashville. Nicholas Kawka

July 2019 – After selecting forwards at the top end of their draft class in 2019, the Predators chose over-aged offensive defenseman Marc Del Gaizo in Round 4.  Del Gaizo fits the mold of the new wave of point-producing blueliners. His smaller size and quickness allow him to escape oncoming forecheckers and make an effective outlet pass of start up ice on a solo rush.  Del Gaizo also shows strong lateral movement and great angling when defending in his own zone. He seldom loses a foot race and turns in stride with speedy forwards. While manning the point, he is very creative with the puck and confident, often looking off checkers and using creative ways to control and shield the puck.  Del Gaizo is in line for an increased role in Umass Amherst next season with the graduation of Cale Makar and could be in the Predators pro ranks in short order. – Nicholas Kawka

Attributes
Fantasy Upside 3.8
NHL Certainty 9.0
Country USA
Position D
Roster Type NHL
Shoot/Glove Left
Date of Birth October 11, 1999
Height 5‘11”
Weight 188 lbs
Drafted 2019 Round 4; Overall: 109
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Stats – Frozen Tools – Profile on FT

SeasonLeagueTeamGPGAPTSPIM+/-
2024-2025NHLNashville Predators4627921-3
2024-2025AHLMilwaukee Admirals3084121610
2023-2024NHLNashville Predators903322
2023-2024AHLMilwaukee Admirals60826343418
2022-2023AHLMilwaukee Admirals713283150-3
2021-2022AHLMilwaukee Admirals676131928-8
2020-2021NCAAUniv. of Massachusetts2731114421
2020-2021AHLChicago Wolves905503
2019-2020NCAAUniv. of Massachusetts2241115149
2018-2019NCAAUniv. of Massachusetts411316292631
2017-2018USHLMuskegon Lumberjacks59122638695
2016-2017USHLMuskegon Lumberjacks5832023515
2016-2017USA-S17Team Kelly503300
2015-2016USHLMuskegon Lumberjacks20000-2
2015-2016USA-S16Team Royal510140
2015-2016EHLNew Jersey Rockets3471926520
2014-2015T1EHL U16New Jersey Rockets 16U275611120
2008-2009Brick InvitationalConnecticut Yankees500020

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