Defensemen
Joel Nystrom
Strong skater who plays big minutes for one of the better teams in the SHL. Defense is ahead of offense, but the offense has some indications that show room for growth and potential. Could play NHL games later down the line.
Brady Cleveland
A big, physical defenseman who is tough to play against and is a fierce competitor who can deliver punishing checks. Offensively, he offers very little upside.
Louis Crevier
A defense-minded defenseman with a long reach and skates well for a player his size. He is well off the fantasy radar, even in deep leagues.
Rodwin Dionicio
A below-average skater, making him a defensive liability at times. Even with that, he has good offensive awareness and hockey IQ. If his skating can improve, there is a top-four upside.
Tyson Jugnauth
A pass-first defenseman who uses his deception and puck-carrying skills to set up the offense.
Cole Hutson
Cole Hutson is an offensive defenseman with elite creativity, deception, and handling skill, but his defensive game needs an overhaul for him to not project as a liability in his own zone at the NHL level.
Eric Pohlkamp
Has a heavy shot and is unafraid to play the body. The offensive game is starting to grow.
George Fegaras
A strong two-way defenseman with good skating and mobility with an accurate shot. Needs to show improvement defensively at the next level but has the potential to be a second-pairing, puck-moving defenseman with power play duties.
Viliam Kmec
A strong all-around defenseman with pro-ready size.
Aaron Pionk
A defense-minded defenseman. A long-term project.