Defensemen
Ethan Samson
Offensive-minded and lanky blueliner who shows the willingness to jump into the attack. Capable of handling the point on a power play unit. He must work on his 200-foot game to become a full-time NHL defenseman.
Ryan O’Rourke
A solid two-way defenseman who can play in all situations reliably. A jack of all trades but a master of none.
Albert Johansson
A strong intelligent two-way defenceman who skates with a fluid stride. Not afraid to block shots, make some hits and has a decent point shot. The offense is starting to come along.
Alex Cotton
Offensively minded blue liner who takes risks to make plays. Could develop into a third pairing power play specialist.
Bode Wilde
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.
Linus Högberg
A two-way Swedish blueliner who can put up points, but is earmarked for a defensive role.
Max Gildon
A once-promising offensive defenseman with great size. His NHL future is looking increasingly doubtful.
Charlie Leddy
Shutdown defender who lacks offensive upside. Potential to grow into a reliable third pairing defender at the NHL level with proper development.
Yegor Zamula
A physical, mobile, puck-moving defenseman with upside. Shows poise in his game. Lacks consistency.
Spencer Sova
Smooth-skating defender with untapped offensive upside. Has the talent to grow into an NHL blueliner but will need to round out his game.