Defensemen
Potentially a top four-defenseman, a big strong physical player who can create space in the offensive zone. A great passer with patience, and poise, Tools include a low, hard, booming shot with a quick release. Defensive game needs work.
Offensive-leaning right-handed defenseman with great mobility. Improving his in-zone play and physical game will help bring out his top-four D potential.
A two-way Swedish blueliner who can put up points, but is earmarked for a defensive role.
A once-promising offensive defenseman with great size. His NHL future is looking increasingly doubtful.
Shutdown defender who lacks offensive upside. Potential to grow into a reliable third pairing defender at the NHL level with proper development.
A physical, mobile, puck-moving defenseman with upside. Shows poise in his game. Lacks consistency.
Smooth-skating defender with untapped offensive upside. Has the talent to grow into an NHL blueliner but will need to round out his game.
Offensive-minded blueliner who skates well. Will need to add strength and refine his decision-making to succeed at the pro level.
Physically imposing defender with impressive mobility for his size. Still a raw prospect but he features an extremely intriguing toolkit.
July 2023- Kuznetsov finished his first official professional season with the Calgary Wranglers of the AHL where he had a bit of a tough time adjusting to the pace of the play. He finished the year strong and his presence in the playoffs was massive. He was laying some big hits for the Wranglers and [...]
