Defensemen
Nathan Mayes
A physical depth defenseman that needs to improve defensively and offensively.
Blake Smith
A big, rugged, smooth-skating defenseman who can fight and hit.
Cade Webber
Defense-minded defenseman who tends to be a sponge for blocking shots. Potential value in bangers leagues.
Ben Danford
Well-rounded, mobile right-handed blue liner with good poise and breakout skill. Lack of offensive engagement and overall awareness limit his game, but has #4-5 upside.
Konnor Smith
A big, physically aggressive defenseman who doesn't produce much offensively. He needs to work on his positioning; his aggression leads to being out of position. He's off the fantasy radar, but in deep leagues that value hits, he could be worth an add as he develops throughout his career.
Noah Warren
Big, physical defender who excels in his own zone. He has a heavy shot but appears to lack significant offensive upside at the pro level.
Drew Schock
A long-term prospect with offensive upside, whose value will hinge on whether he refines his decision-making and leans fully into his puck-moving skills.
Darels Uljanskis
An offensive-minded defenseman who shines on the power play. He is still raw and has to develop most aspects of his game to make the NHL.
Max Laatikainen
An undersized, puck moving defenseman with a developing offensive game.