Defensemen
Luke Prokop
Prototypical defensive defenseman. Look to him for strong peripheral stats as a fantasy play.
Jordan Tourigny
Smart, undersized two-way defender who uses his brain to problem-solve with regularity. Has top-four upside if his skating and physicality are improved.
Riley Stillman
Two-way defenseman who projects to become a bottom-pair defenseman at the NHL level. Has shown some offensive talent in junior but will likely play a defensive role in the NHL.
Sam Rinzel
Smooth skating offensive blueliner with a projectable frame. Has potential to grow into a two-way top-four defenceman.
Brinson Pasichnuk
A power-play specialist who isn’t afraid to unload his shot from anywhere on the ice. An elusive skater who is credited with a tremendous work ethic and a strong two-way game. Built solid, although size remains a question mark.
Tyler Lewington
There could be promise to Lewington’s game, but as of right now he is not fantasy relevant, unless you want penalty minutes.
Alex Vlasic
A defensive minded defenceman, Vlasic will never put up big point numbers but will be the type of player every team covets
Nick Leivermann
Scoring defenceman who chips in some peripheral stats as well
Petteri Nurmi
Mobile defenseman trusted by his coaches due to his decent ability to limit high-danger chances when on the ice, but lacks substantive NHL upside.
Miguël Tourigny
Tourigny is a dynamic and electrifying defenseman who loves to carry the puck end-to-end and create off the rush. He's a capable handler and passer, but it is his mobility and wrist shooting habits that shine brightest. He does, however, lack many projectable habits necessary for the professional game