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Player	Rights	Pos	Age	Report	Overall	Notes	Created	Updated
Matvei Gridin	-	RW	18	2 of 2	A- L3	Sturdy / Strong forward who plays a calculating game. There are moments in games he appears to go through the motions .. .but his read / react / execute is generally very good. Quick release. Has proven he can beat goalies in the USHL from distance with a quick snap shot. Bulk of his ice time comes at ES and PP. Sound hockey IQ. Has the skill, and ability to penalty kill if required. Most projectable element is his offense. Falls somewhere between a 2F / 3F as an NHL prospect.	Mar. 22, 2024	Mar. 27, 2024
Sacha Boisvert	-	C	18	2 of 2	A- L2	Boisvert continues to play to his offensive identity. Remains one of, if not the, top NHL draft prospect playing in the USHL Leans goal scorer more than playmaker ... but he's become more creative off the rush as the season rolled along. Great stick in small areas. Makes plays close to his body. Elusive coming off the wall and around the crease. Averages over 18:00 per game TOI playing in Muskegon. Bulk of his TOI comes at ES and PP Solid stride. Tall and lean at this stage of his development. Loads of room for more weight and strength. Second line NHL forward on projection. Element is offense.	Mar. 22, 2024	Mar. 27, 2024
Maxim Massé	-	RW	17	2 of 2	A- L2	Masse ended the regular season producing 36G-39A 13 goals came on the power-play. Masse was credited with 7 game winning goals. Good size. Average skater in open ice. Best work comes from hash marks down in the offensive zone. Rips pucks from the weak side flank on the PP. Also capable of producing from the bumper position and setting up around the crease looking for tips and rebounds. Almost all of his ice time comes at ES and PP #1. Leans shooter more than playmaker but his ability to leverage in the hard areas and extend plays leads to assists. Compliments quicker / faster / equally skilled linemates with his approach. Fantastic puck touch.	Mar. 22, 2024	Mar. 27, 2024
Jett Luchanko	-	RW	17	1 of 3	A- L2	Luchanko brings more than just offense. He's a player that can be relied upon in a variety of roles. Deployed in all situations for the Guelph Storm. Listed as a winger but he plays the majority of his shifts in the middle. On the PP he slots into a role as a PP QB / Distributor / Shooter / Playmaker on the point and leads the breakout. Leans distributor more than shooter ... has an understated / deceptive release and the ability to change the angle of his blade to direct pucks on net. Competes the entire 200ft. Sturdy strong. Not punishing physically but also not easy to knock off the play. Very good skater. Trending up. Young for this draft class.	Mar. 23, 2024	Mar. 27, 2024
Adam Jecho	-	C	17	2 of 3	A- L2	Jecho ended the year in Edmonton, with the Oil Kings, scoring 10G-7A in his last 20GP. Overall he produced 23G-24A on the year. On the rise. Big body. Skating has improved. A threat, when up to speed, off the rush. Solid edges. Primary ice time comes at ES and PP but he's capable on the PK. On the PP - makes plays from the flank and working high to low - good puck touch On the PK his long reach is an asset, as is his large frame getting in shooting lanes Despite his stature he isn't overly physical. He boxes out opponents but doesn't punish people physically. Potential second line upside in time. Might end up as a combination 2F/ 3F at the NHL level.	Mar. 23, 2024	Mar. 27, 2024
Tanner Howe	-	LW	18	2 of 2	A- L2	Howe ends the season in Regina with 28G-49A in 68GP His average TOI hovered around 20 minutes per game / deployed in all situations. Works the weak side flank on the PP. Quick catch and release / moving pucks or directing them on net. Understated one-timer. Mid-size forward with offensive upside to possibly plain out as a second line forward. Solid skater. Good quickness out of the gate and open ice pace to push opponents back. Generally aware defensively. Recognizes his responsibilities at ES and PK. Stats were solid considering Regina was a rebuilding outfit in 23/24	Mar. 23, 2024	Mar. 27, 2024
Marek Vanacker	-	LW	17	1 of 2	A- L2	Vanacker is a prospect who has come on over the course of the entire year. He's riding momentum heading towards the entry draft. On the rise. Long and lean. Appears taller than his list size. Skilled. Equal parts shooter / scorer / distributor Ended the regular season in Brantford with 36G-46A In his final 20 game segment he produced 10G-15A - with 10 of his assists being primary assists Threat off the rush. Protects pucks coming off the wall. Goes to the net looking for tips. Quick handles in traffic. Average / average plus defensively. He's aware and understands his responsibility but could engage more aggressively at times. Offense wins out. Trending second line NHL upside.	Mar. 23, 2024	Mar. 27, 2024
Cole Beaudoin	-	RW	17	2 of 4	A- L2	Beaudoin produced 28G -34A for the Barrie Colts in the regular season. He ended up (+2) defensively and averaged between 18-23 minutes per game TOI - deployed in all situations Power body - Solid skater in open ice - up to speed he attacks off the rush with good pace and uses his large frame to drive to the net. When he gets the edge he's hard to defend heading to the paint. Leans shooter / finisher more than natural distributor / playmaker. Rotates well on the PK - gets in the shooting lane - body positioning ranges but he's in the area and in the way Compliments a darting center - goes to the hard areas - finishes	Mar. 23, 2024	Mar. 27, 2024
James Stefan		RW	20	1 of 1	A- RL	Stefan signed a three-year entry level contract with the Edmonton Oilers on March 21st / 2024 He's an undrafted free agent who's playing in Portland (WHL) Stefan has had a very productive junior career. He's been a prolific scorer the last three seasons. Stefan's primary ice time comes at ES and PP. He has excellent vision in the offensive zone and thrives in open space. His ability to find 'quiet ice' speaks to his hockey sense and ability to read/react to how plays are developing. Minor league / recall / scorer to start. Has to play, at worst, in middle-six forward group to allow his element to have impact. Not a checking style forward. Solid skater. Can play quick and fast but tends to pick his spots on occasion. Element is offense. Relatively light in traffic. Picks opponents apart from the flank and middle of the ice on the PP.	Mar. 22, 2024	Mar. 23, 2024
Tomas Suchanek		G	20	1 of 1	80 #3	Anaheim signed Suchanek to an NHL contract extension on March 24th / 2024 Suchanek isn't the prettiest goalie to watch in the crease. He can sometimes be a bit unorthodox with this style of play. Crease composure, overall, ranges. Tends to scramble more than most goalies. Rebound control is extremely important. When pucks bound off him he is forced to make stops that can expose his smaller net stature. Overall solid year, in 23/24, at the AHL level with San Diego - 2.56 GAA / .919 save % Athletic. Competitive. Works. Never quits on a puck.	Mar. 22, 2024	Mar. 23, 2024
Theo Lindstein		RD	19	4 of 4	A- P1	St. Louis signed Lindstein to his entry level contract. He was the Blues 1st round pick (29th) in 2023. Excellent skater. Agile. Walks the offensive blue line to create shooting lanes or distribute to either flank. Used in all situations at every level. Elite hockey sense. Plus vision moving pucks and defending in his zone. Always aware of how plays are developing. Jumps to take away time and space in his zone. Not physically imposing - but involved. Leans complete player who could be a top pairing NHL 'D' At the WJC he scored 2G-6A in 7GP for Team Sweden. 2-way 'D' - trustworthy	Mar. 1, 2024	Mar. 23, 2024
Justin Hryckowian		C	23	1 of 1	A- L4	Hryckowian has signed a 2-year entry level contract with the Dallas Stars. He's one of the top face-off centers in the NCAA Captain at Northeastern. Led by example. Stocky strong. Around the play every shift. Leverages very well around the crease and along the boards. Not a pure burner in open ice. Fine in straight lines but room to improve edges / agility. His willingness to battle leads to goals for via tips and rebounds. Fronts the shooter in the defensive zone on the PK. Positions his stick very well to take away lanes. Plus hockey sense. A 'do it all' kind of prospect who can be thrust into a variety of roles and trusted to compete at his highest level.	Mar. 16, 2024	Mar. 23, 2024
Drew Bavaro		RD	23	1 of 1	A- ML	Bavaro has signed a one-year entry level contract with the Boston Bruins. He's a big, right-shot, defenceman who was used in all situations at the college level with Notre Dame. In 35GP (23/24 season) he produced 10G-10A. It was a breakout year for him offensively. He logged over 20 minutes per game. Bavaro handles the puck well. He distributes responsibly, and joins the rush as an extra layer offensively on occasion. Defensively he displays sound 'spatial awareness'. In order to find a role at the NHL level he will have to react / jump to space quicker on the perimeter to kill plays - especially on the PK. Leans 2-way 'D' who has the size, sense, and compete for an NHL bottom pairing / recall role in time.	Mar. 9, 2024	Mar. 23, 2024
Landon Slaggert		C	21	2 of 2	A- L4	Slaggert is best described as a 'utility' prospect who can be used in a variety of roles. He scored 20G-11A at Notre Dame in 23/24 - deployed in all situations. Drafted by Chicago in the 3rd round (79th) in 2020. 2-way forward. Solid skater. Thinks the game responsibly. Doesn't cut corners defensively. Not overly physical but willing to go to the crease areas looking for pucks in the offensive zone. Leans depth NHL / checker who might pitch in with some offense on occasion but it won't be his primary element.	Mar. 9, 2024	Mar. 23, 2024
Christian Felton		RD	23	1 of 1	A- ML	Felton has signed a one-year entry level contract with the Vancouver Canucks. He was part of the leadership group at the college level / Merrimack and used in all situations. Sturdy / Strong and quick to take away time and space defensively. Bodies up effectively down low in his zone. He's not the biggest, or strongest, defenceman but he's plenty competitive. Surprisingly low offensive stats considering how he reads/reacts to plays in the offensive zone. Has shown ability to pinch down to extend plays and work give and goes from high in the offensive zone. Sees the ice. Fronts opponents on the PK. Willing to block shots. Doesn't possess an elite element for the NHL game - but his compete, pace, and hockey sense gives him a chance to develop into a potential organizational depth player. 2-way 'D'	Feb. 3, 2024	Mar. 23, 2024
Hunter Brzustewicz		RD	19	5 of 5	A- P3	Hunter earned his contract with Calgary, after his rights were traded from Vancouver to Calgary in the Elias Lindholm trade. In his last 133 GP at the junior level he has produced 19G-128A - 147pts He's a (+40) defensively. Continues to be deployed in all situations at the junior level with the Kitchener Rangers. Quarterbacks the PP. Sees time in overtime skating at 3vs3. Leans distributor more than shooter. Proficient working the 'low to high' cycle in the offensive zone and making plays. Defending is average plus. Has to continue to work on his quickness fronting opponents and keeping them to the perimeter off the rush and along the wall. Projects as a potential bottom pairing 'D' at even strength ... but a player who could find a role on one of the PP units for the Flames in time.	Mar. 22, 2024	Mar. 23, 2024
Rasmus Kumpulainen		LW	18	2 of 2	B+ L3	Kumpulainen earned his entry-level contract with Minnesota by improving his game in several categories as his year progressed in 23/24. Big body. Long. Rangy. Used in all situations at the junior level in Oshawa. Equal parts goal scorer / distributor. Extends plays along the wall with his stature. Skating has improved. His stride is fine but there is still room for another level of explosiveness and separation. Represented Finland at the World Juniors and scored 2 goals in 7GP. Drafted in the 2nd round (53rd) in 2023. Needs more time ... but tracking in a positive direction. Has the brain to be used in a variety of roles if required.	Mar. 22, 2024	Mar. 23, 2024
Cam Thiesing		RW	22	1 of 1	B+ RL	Thiesing signed with the NYI at the end of his 23/24 season at Ohio State His contract is a 2-year entry level deal. In 31GP he produced 9G-7A and was a (-9) defensively for the Buckeyes Somewhat surprising to see his goal scoring stats weren't higher when considering his quick stick / release in the offensive zone. When pucks arrive on his stick in high danger areas they are on and off very effectively and usually lead to positive results. Used is all situations at OSU. Primary ice at ES and PP#1. Quick out of the blocks. Has the 'darting quickness' to arrive ahead of opponents in small areas. Doesn't always play fast, however, and his off the puck attention defensively will have to improve to have a chance at being an NHL player. A bit of an 'enigma' who looks capable of going to another level offensively.	Mar. 9, 2024	Mar. 23, 2024
Connor Ungar		G	22	1 of 1	A- #3	Ungar had a fantastic season for the Brock Badgers at the Canadian University Hockey level. He has experience at the Major Junior level from his time in the WHL with Moose Jaw and Red Deer. Updated list size is 6'2 196lbs. 26GP in 23/24 - 2.15 GAA - .932 save percentage In playoffs he posted a 2.33 / .928% Plus size in the net. Solid crease composure. Rarely tracks too far side to side. Focused. Battles in traffic. Average plus lateral quickness. Plays a butterfly / hybrid style. Rebound control ranges at times. Could absorb more pucks from distance. Overall - has a chance to build momentum at the minor league level to start and has shown considerable growth in his game year over year. 2-year entry level contract from the Oilers.	Mar. 9, 2024	Mar. 23, 2024
Jaroslav Chmelar		RW	20	1 of 1	B+ RL	A young college prospect who has signed with the NYR. The Rangers drafted Chmelar in the 4th round (144th) in 2021 Big body. Long reach. Has the ability to 'pick pocket' opponents and create turnovers with his length. Occasionally pounces on lose pucks around the crease. When time and space allows he has a quick release - especially from between the hash marks in the offensive zone. On the PP his stature creates issues for opponents when he gets in the 'eyes' of goaltenders setting screens. Average plus skater. Room for much more explosiveness out of the gate. Needs time to define himself overall. Leans 13F / Recall forward to start - with potential to provide some depth scoring.	Mar. 16, 2024	Mar. 23, 2024
Luke Krys		RD	23	1 of 1	A- P3	Krys has signed a 2-year entry-level contract with the Dallas Stars. He had a productive year at Providence college in 23/24 - producing 6G-11A in 35GP He was a (+2) defensively and was deployed in all situations. Plus distributor on the PP. Sees the ice. Passes the puck hard and accurately. Has the skating ability to lead the PP breakout. Directs pucks on net, from range, quickly and effectively. Has the legs and vision to join the rush as an extra layer offensively. Generally aware defensively. Room for more 'active' jump to take away time and space on the penalty kill. Good size - rangy - closes on opponents along the wall. Potential 2-way 'D' at the NHL level. Third pairing to start.	Mar. 16, 2024	Mar. 23, 2024
Sam Morton		C	24	1 of 1	A- L4	Morton had a strong year at Minnesota State before signing with the Calgary Flames as a free agent. He scored 24G-10 in 37GP and was deployed in all situations. He was the Captain of the Mavericks. Due to his age he has signed a one-year entry level deal that begins in 24/25. Used in all situations at the college level. Primary ice at ES and PP#1. High end compete. Pursues to create turnovers. Bodies up in the hard areas. Hunts pucks around the crease. Active on the PK pressuring and taking away time and space. Regroups well. Sound hockey sense. Identifies responsibilities. Best described as 'quick out of the gate' but not necessarily an open ice burner in transition. One of the more competitive graduating college players in 23/24. Can be used in a variety of roles. Leans goal scorer more than playmaker. Quick stick in tight quarters / plus release. NHL 4th line / Maybe 3rd line is possible - secondary scorer	Mar. 16, 2024	Mar. 23, 2024
Carter Gylander		G	22	1 of 1	B+ #3	Gylander was drafted in the 7th round - by Detroit - in 2019 - He's a big body in the net who's difficult to beat from range when he squares up with his large frame Leans butterfly - but at his best when limiting his overall movement in the crease and playing deeper in the paint 32GP in 23/24 season at Colgate - before signing with the Wings - 14-14-4 record - 2.93 GAA .901 save percentage Average in most skill categories overall - Lateral push - Crease composure and net awareness - Gloves - Playing the puck Depth organization signing - Potential #3 / Recall	Mar. 16, 2024	Mar. 23, 2024
David Pastrnak		RW	27	2 of 2	89 FP	By far the most dangerous offensive player on the Bruins Exceptionally dangerous on the PP Elite shooter - creative in the offensive zone - quick catch and release - doesn't require a lot of time or space to direct pucks on net Threat off the rush - plenty fast in transition As of March 16th - 68GP - 41G - 54A - 95pts (+21) In his most recent ten game segment - 5G-8A - 13pts (E) Averaging 19:20 TOI Defensive detail can range at times	Mar. 14, 2024	Mar. 16, 2024
Artemi Panarin		LW	32	2 of 2	87 L1	Elite offensive talent who is best described as equal parts goal scorer / play maker Hard to check - slippery coming off the wall and making plays in small areas - Defensive detail ranges - but has improved in the second half of the season Through 66GP - 36G - 52A - 88pts (+9) Last ten game segment - 4G - 9A - 13pts - (+5) Averaging 19:30 TOI - All of his ice at ES and PP#1 Difference maker offensively	Mar. 14, 2024	Mar. 16, 2024
Nikita Kucherov		RW	30	2 of 2	86 FP	Competes his own way. Gifted offensively. Elite puck touch and vision. Rips pucks / back door - weak side / on the PP All of his ice time comes at even strength ant PP#1 As of March 16th - 65GP - 39G - 73A - 112pts (+2) In most recent ten game segment 3G-15A - 18pts - (E) - Averaged 21:30 TOI Defensive detail / back check / off the puck effort ranges at times but he can take over a game at any moment and change the outcome with his offensive production	Mar. 14, 2024	Mar. 16, 2024
Connor McDavid		C	27	2 of 2	97 FP	As of March 16th 62GP - 25G - 81A - 106pts (+31) The most dangerous player in all of hockey. Quick / Fast / Elite offensive thinker / Difference maker / Ultimate Franchise Player In his most recent 10 game segment - 4G-15A - 19pts (+10) - Averaged 21:15 TOI Majority of his ice time comes at even strength and power-play Usage on the penalty kill has been declining as season progresses	Mar. 13, 2024	Mar. 16, 2024
Mikko Rantanen		RW	27	2 of 2	88 L1	Top line forward who could also be described as an 'elite / franchise player' Easily the top player on the majority of NHL teams Big body - Hard to check - Not punishing physically but uses his large frame to shield pucks Logs a ton of minutes - Does not PK - Most recent 10 game segment - 5G- 14A - 19pts - (+14) Averaged 22:30 TOI - even strength and PP#1 On the year - through 67GP - 34G - 56A - 90pts - (+13) Three zone detail has elevated considerably in second half of the season	Mar. 13, 2024	Mar. 16, 2024
Nathan MacKinnon		C	28	2 of 2	93 FP	As of March 16th - NHL scoring leader Play driver - Elite skill - Relentless compete - Quick / Fast / Hard to contain Franchise player Most recent ten game segment resulted in 9G-14A - 23pts (+13) - Averaged 21:30 TOI - Deployed at ES and PP #1 - Very rarely used on the PK Overall season stats - through 67GP - 42G-73A - 115 pts - (+27	Mar. 13, 2024	Mar. 16, 2024
Andrew Peeke		RD	25	4 of 4	69 P3	Peeke is a coveted 'right-shot' defenceman who fell out of favor with the Columbus Blue Jackets organization before being dealt to the Bruins - Trade Deadline 2024 2-way 'D' who chips in with some secondary offense With CBJ he only played 23 games in 23/24 - averaged 15:36 TOI - 14:04 ES - 1:32 PK Produced 1G - 7A Credited with 44 hits and 47 shot blocks Projects to be used in a bottom pairing / spot duty middle pairing role with the Bruins	Mar. 7, 2024	Mar. 9, 2024
Joel Edmundson		LD	30	4 of 4	77 P3	Traded to Toronto from Washington - 2024 Trade Deadline Veteran defender Huge frame - long reach - pushes back physically Average skater at this point in his career Deployed at even strength and penalty kill. Averaged 16:26 TOI in Washington. Only played 44 games due to early season injury. Chipped in with 1G-5A Shut down role for the Leafs is forecasted role.	Mar. 7, 2024	Mar. 9, 2024
Connor Dewar		C	24	1 of 1	78 L4	Traded from Minnesota to Toronto - 2024 Trade deadline Dewar is a bottom six forward who averaged 11:16 TOI with the Wild - deployed at even strength and the penalty kill Better than average shot. Has always leaned shooter more than playmaker dating back to his junior days in Everett (WHL) - scored 10G - 4A with the Wild before the trade Solid pace. Competitive. Involved. Willing to push back physically. Room for improvement in the face-off circle (47%	Mar. 7, 2024	Mar. 9, 2024
Anthony Mantha		LW	29	5 of 5	75 L3	In his first game with Vegas, after being traded from Washington, Mantha skated 15:14 The majority of his ice time came at even strength. He's slotted into the Golden Knights second line. It's going to take some time to get acclimated with how Vegas likes to run their power-play before he finds a full-time role on one of the units. Zero shots on goal - zero hits - one shot block in his first game. He will improve as he gets more comfortable Slotting into top-six could add another goal-scoring element to the Vegas lineup overall. Shooter - Huge frame - Solid pace	Mar. 7, 2024	Mar. 9, 2024
Noah Hanifin		LD	27	7 of 7	89 P1	In his first game with Vegas, after being traded from Calgary, he was deployed in familiar roles. Generally paired with Pietrangelo on top pairing. Skated 21:33 - 18:33 ES - 0:42 PP#2 - 2:18 Primary PK Pending UFA Fantastic skater. Quick and fast up and down the ice. 2-way / Transitional 'D' who adds to the Golden Knights already deep defence core. Top pairing NHL - due for a significant raise in off-season	Mar. 7, 2024	Mar. 9, 2024
Tyler Toffoli		RW	31	2 of 2	79 L2	Toffoli arrives in Winnipeg and adds another layer of top six goal scoring to the Jets lineup Average plus skater - not a threat off the rush / in transition Sturdy down low and out front the net in the offensive zone Great hands. Quick catch and release. A threat off the flank on the power-play. Familiar playing with - with Calgary and especially in junior hockey Ottawa 67's - Sean Monahan Averaged 17 minutes TOI with New Jersey - deployed at even strength and PP #1 61GP - 26 G - 18 A 8G - 6A on the PP Pending UFA	Mar. 5, 2024	Mar. 9, 2024
Tomas Hertl		C	30	2 of 2	85 L2	Hertl suited up for 48 games in San Jose before being dealt to the Vegas Golden Knights He was used in all situations with the Sharks - averaged over 20 minutes TOI - produced 15G-19A with 5G - 4A on the PP. Big body. Pushes back but isn't punishing. Protects pucks. Sets up on the weak side on the PP and rips pucks on net. Top six forward. Good pace. Wins over 57% of his face-offs.	Mar. 5, 2024	Mar. 8, 2024
Matt Dumba		RD	29	3 of 4	83 P2	Updated Stats as of March 6th / 2024 Dumba is logging 20:00 TOI per game with the Coyotes. His primary ice time comes at even strength and the penalty kill. He plays with reliable pace and plenty of push back physically. Through his first 58GP he had produced 4G - 6A and been credited with 150 hits and 84 shot blocks. Execution with the puck ranges at times. Expiring contract. Pending UFA. Cap hit is $3.9M.	Feb. 27, 2024	Mar. 8, 2024
Jake Allen		G	33	3 of 3	80 1B	Allen is a 33 year old veteran goalie who's in the midst of an uneven year overall. He has one more year left on a contract that carries a cap hit of $3.85M Something to be noted : Allen's contract carries a 7 team 'no trade' clause this year - and a 3 team 'no trade next season' Allen's stats aren't stellar. He's clearly lost the net, in the future, in Montreal with Montembault and Primeau positioned to take the reins moving forward. Allen leans #1B / #2A at this stage of his career. In 21 games he has posted a 3.65 GAA and a .892 save percentage.	Feb. 21, 2024	Mar. 8, 2024
Evgeny Kuznetsov		C	31	3 of 3	75 L2	Kuznetsov had a significantly down year in Washington before being dealt to Carolina - in the 43GP he was averaging 18:47 TOI - deployed in all situations - produced 6G - 11A - Pace is sound - pure skill - moody - has to push himself more - change of scenery might motivate him - plays with very little physical push back - despite his stature - only credited with 10 hits / 12 shot blocks - won 45% of his draws - Risk / Possible reward acquisition - Has to play in the top six and on top PP unit Signed through 24/25 - $6.5 million AAV - 10 team no trade clause	Mar. 1, 2024	Mar. 8, 2024
Michael Bunting		LW	28	5 of 5	78 L3	The Bunting / Carolina marriage has not gone to plan for the player or the team. In 60GP - Bunting averaged 15:00 TOI - 12:16 ES - 2:49 PP He produced 13G - 23A 6G - 10A on the PP Only credited with 25 hits / 15 shot blocks Change of scenery might do the player good. At his best when emptying the tank and playing with relentless compete. Not the kind of forward who can quit in any zone. His off the puck detail has been well below standard in 23/24. - Team worst (-15) Signed through 25/26 - $4.5 million AAV - 10 Team no trade list	Mar. 2, 2024	Mar. 7, 2024
Joel Edmundson		LD	30	3 of 4	77 P3	Edmundson is easily defined Mostly Defensive 'D' / Occasionally provides some depth offense but it's not his area of strength - or what the team requires of him Matches up against middle six opponents. Logs all of his ice time at even strength and the penalty kill. Long reach / Huge frame / plays between the dots in the defensive zone / can't stray to far out of position - skating is average for NHL pace - manages the game according to his limitations Gives all he has in his role Veteran with playoff experience Averaged 16:26 TOI with the Caps 44GP - 1G-5A - 60 Hits - 49 Shot Blocks	Mar. 3, 2024	Mar. 7, 2024
Tyler Toffoli		RW	31	1 of 2	79 L2	Toffoli has averaged over 17 minutes TOI at even strength and the power play for NJ in 23/24 Average skater Not a play drive in transition ... but a shooter when inside the offensive zone and identifying opportunity to get pucks to the net Through 61GP - 26G - 18 A 8G - 6A on the PP Limited bump physically - credited with 62 hits and 8 shot blocks Expiring contract - pending UFA - veteran playoff experience - $4.25M cap hit Contract doesn't come with trade protection	Feb. 27, 2024	Mar. 6, 2024
Jordan Eberle		RW	33	4 of 4	76 L3	Updated Stats as of March 6th Through his first 58GP he was averaging 17 minutes TOI and being deployed at even strength and the power-play for the Kraken. Remains aggressive directing pucks on net (130 SOG) Barely any bump to his game (20 hits / 16 shot blocks) Has scored 5 power-play goals and 5 power-play assists. Average plus skater. Not a burner in open ice. Middle six forward at even strength. Better than average detail defensively (+10). Potential first unit power-play contributor. Expiring contract. Pending UFA. Cap hit is $5.5 million. His contract is armed with a sixteen team no trade clause.	Feb. 22, 2024	Mar. 6, 2024
Nick Jensen		RD	33	2 of 2	81 P2	Updated Stats as of March 6th Averaged 19:00 TOI through 58GP Deployed at ES and PK Right - shot - '2-way / Leaning Defensive D' Credited with 42 hits and 92 shot blocks More quick than fast. Jumps to space to take away time and space effectively. Willing to bump up against opponents and block shots. Tasked with matching up against top six forwards. Any offense that he generates is a bonus. Head on a swivel / solid spatial awareness Reliable. Plays to his strengths. Competes.	Feb. 27, 2024	Mar. 6, 2024
Mikael Granlund		C	32	2 of 2	82 L3	Updated Stats as of March 6th 2024 Granlund is being used in all situations with the Sharks. He's averaging 20:00 TOI He appears, generally, more engaged this season overall. Through his first 48GP he produced 9G-29A 49% in the face-off circle More reliable three zone detail and compete (-7) defensively isn't terrible considering how much ice time he logs and the match-ups he ends up with every night. Mid-range physicality (51 hits - 41 shot blocks) One more year on a contract that pays him $5.0M	Feb. 27, 2024	Mar. 6, 2024
Jason Zucker		LW	32	2 of 2	81 L3	Veteran forward who was being held out of games as the 2024 NHL trade deadline approached 2-way forward Has always played the game fast Averages 14:00 TOI p deployed at even strength and the power-play Produces secondary offense Through 51GP - 9G-16A Pushes back / Provides adequate battle - credited with 74 hits Pending UFA Cap hit = $5.3 million	Feb. 27, 2024	Mar. 6, 2024
Pavel Buchnevich		RW	28	2 of 2	90 L1	A 'do-it-all' forward for the Blues. Averages 20:00 TOI - Deployed in all situations - Produces offense at ES / PP / PK - Makes plays / threat off the rush and in small areas with his skill. Through 60GP he had produced 24G-24A and was a (+8) defensively. 15G-20A at even strength 7G-3A on the power-play 2 short handed goals - 1 short handed assist 5 game winning goals and 5 game winning assists Signed through 24/25 season. Cap hit $5.8 million. Contract armed with a twelve team no-trade list.	Feb. 22, 2024	Mar. 6, 2024
Lars Eller		LW	34	3 of 3	71 L4	Veteran forward being used in all situations in Pittsburgh. Averages 15:34 TOI overall Through 54GP - 12G - 9A (-1) defensively. Wins 54% of his draws. Low-end physical presence despite stature 47 hits - 37 shot blocks Average plus skater. Role player at this stage of his career. Signed through 24/25 Cap hit = $2.45M	Mar. 3, 2024	Mar. 6, 2024
Reilly Smith		RW	32	4 of 4	80 L3	Updated Stats as of March 6th - Leading up to trade deadline Smith has averaged 16:00 TOI over the course of the season in Pittsburgh. He's used in all situations. Second unit PK. Through 54GP - 11G - 18A (+0) defensively Play driver at times. Shooter on the PP. Generally responsible defensively. Not a ton of physicality with his game (40 hits - 18 shot blocks) Streaky. Signed through 24/25. Cap hit $5.0 million. Ten team no trade clause this year - drops to eight teams next season. Middle six forward.	Mar. 3, 2024	Mar. 6, 2024
Mario Ferraro		LD	25	4 of 4	85 P2	Ferraro's five game segment, leading towards trade deadline, resulted in TOI that ranged from 21:24 - 26:51 - The majority of ice time came at even strength and the penalty kill. No easy minutes for Ferraro in San Jose. Matches up against top forwards every shift. Solid skater. Depth offense. Pushes back physically. Blocks shots. Through 57 GP - 1G - 13A - 95 Hits - 162 Shot Blocks Only 25 years young. Signed through 25/26. Contract counts $3.25M against the cap. Top four 'D' who's a bit of an under the radar player.	Feb. 27, 2024	Mar. 6, 2024
Sean Walker		RD	29	4 of 4	82 P3	In the five game segment, before trade deadline, Walker's average TOI / minutes spiked to a season high. He played anywhere from 18:36 - 23:36 - deployed in all situations for the Flyers. Walker played 63 games for Philadelphia before being dealt to the Colorado Avalanche. His stats : 6G- 16A - (+9) defensively - 86 hits - 98 shot blocks Best described as a 2-way 'D' who will, occasionally lead the rush / join as an extra layer off the puck Competes defensively. Involved. Can slide into a second pairing role if required. Coveted right shot Expiring contract - Pending UFA - $2.65M AAV	Feb. 21, 2024	Mar. 6, 2024
Bowen Byram		LD	22	2 of 2	84 P2	Middle pairing 'D' in Colorado before being traded to Buffalo. Averaged 19:50 TOI - deployed in all situations Contributed 8G - 12A at even strength Excellent skater. A '2-way D' with a transitional element. Closes on opponents effectively in the defensive zone. Takes time and space away with quickness and active stick. Mid-range physicality / shot blocking - credited with 60 hits and 75 shot blocks in 55GP One year remaining on current contract. $3.85M AAV Top pairing upside if he remains healthy and on current trajectory.	Mar. 4, 2024	Mar. 6, 2024
Casey Mittelstadt		C	25	2 of 2	75 L2	Before being traded to Colorado, Mittelstadt was the leading scorer in Buffalo 62GP - 14G - 33A 2G - 6A on the PP Averaged 18:00 TOI - deployed at ES and PP Element is offense - trending full time second line forward - great stick / puck touch / sees the ice in the offensive zone Occasionally a threat in transition but not a consistent play driver Does his best work from the perimeter in the offensive zone Not a ton of physical push back / grind to his game Credited with only 14 hits and 23 shot blocks Average defensively. Wins 47% of his draws. Pending RFA with arbitration rights - Qualifying offer set at $2.6 million	Mar. 3, 2024	Mar. 6, 2024
Nick Seeler		LD	30	5 of 5	79 P3	UDATED STATS AS OF MARCH 6TH Seeler has now skated in 63 games for the Flyers this season and continues to provide exceptional value Third pairing - mostly 'Defensive D' -contributes some depth offense (1G-12A) Averaging 16:58 TOI - deployed in all situations Consistent. Reliable. Competitive. Plays with detail. Executes defensively. Makes sound decisions with the puck. Doesn't bring much offense. Credited with 112 hits and an incredible 184 shot blocks in the 63GP Contract counts $775 against the cap Pending UFA	Mar. 2, 2024	Mar. 6, 2024
Scott Laughton		C	29	4 of 4	82 L3	STATS UPDATED MARCH 6TH Laughton is part of the leadership group in Philadelphia and contributes in a range of roles. He's capable of providing more offense than he has this season, but he's generally engaged in the hard areas and plays with pace. Through 63GP he's produced 10G-22A - while averaging just over 15 minutes per game TOI. Deployed in all situations. Committed on the penalty kill. Credited with 117 hits and 39 shot blocks. Room for improvement in the face-off dot. Wins only 49% of his draws. Signed through 25/26 $3.0 million AAV	Mar. 2, 2024	Mar. 6, 2024
Anthony Mantha		LW	29	4 of 5	75 L3	Mantha is a massive forward who plays with surprisingly little physicality for his stature. Through 56GP with the Capitals he had only been credited with 31 hits and 21 shot blocks. He averaged 14:09 TOI with the Caps. All of his ice time came at ES and PP. Mantha produced 20G - 14A - with seventeen of his goals coming at ES He's always leaned shooter / goal scorer more than play driver / distributor off the rush. His length can be an asset along the wall and around the crease when he's corralling pucks. Hard to defend when fully engaged. Good skater. Credited with 90 shots on goal. (+5) defensively. Generally deployed in a third line role at even strength before slotting into one of the PP units. Pending UFA. Cap hit $5.7M.	Feb. 27, 2024	Mar. 5, 2024
Frank Vatrano		LW	29	2 of 2	82 L3	Vatrano is the leading scorer in Anaheim. He's a shooter / goal scorer more than a play maker. Dangerous on the power-play. He's contributed 11G - 6A with the man advantage Plays quick and fast. Tracks up ice with enthusiasm. Involved extending plays along the wall. Through 61GP he averaged 18:17 TOI - deployed in all situations - credited with 119 hits - 64 shot blocks - 191 shots on goal - 69 PIMS - (-18) defensively Brings energy, compete, goal scoring. Defensive detail ranges. Can be a bit hectic in his zone. Signed through 24/25 $3.65M AAV	Feb. 25, 2024	Mar. 5, 2024
Adam Henrique		C	34	7 of 7	85 L3	Playing some of his best hockey as the trade deadline nears. In a five game segment - February 24th - March 3rd - his TOI ramped up / ranged from 17:00 - 21:00 Used in all situations. Sound pace. Can play both the wing and the center. Wins 53% of his draws. Veteran forward who plays the game the right way. Doesn't cut corners defensively. Chips in with better than secondary offense In the five game segment - 2G - 4A - (+5) Expiring contract $5.825M AAV	Feb. 25, 2024	Mar. 5, 2024
Sam Carrick		C	32	1 of 1	77 L4	4th line / depth forward who has the hockey IQ and enough pace to match up against middle six forwards / opponents Active stick on the PK. Rotates and pressures effectively. Wins 51% of his draws. Brings a physical element - credited with 137 hits and 27 shot blocks through 61GP in ANA Knows what he is - doesn't stray outside his skill set - depth offense - 8G / 3A Expiring contract - affordable - 850K	Feb. 25, 2024	Mar. 5, 2024
Arthur Kaliyev		LW	22	4 of 4	66 L4	Kaliyev is the kind of player who needs to be scoring goals in order to have a regular slot in the lineup. His element is offense. Barely adequate skater for the pace of the NHL. His off the puck detail can be frustrating. There are times he exits the offensive zone too late to catch up on the back check and assist defensively. Has been in and out of the Kings lineup. Through 44GP - 6G-14A - with three of his goals coming on the PP Ice time in most recent five game segment ranged from 9:00 - 14:00 - deployed at ES and PP 3 hits / 3 shot blocks in the segment - 0G - 0 A Kaliyev has a great release, and the puck touch to make plays in tight areas around the crease. Unfortunately, when he's not producing offense his value to the group falls off dramatically.	Feb. 22, 2024	Mar. 5, 2024
Alexandre Carrier		RD	27	3 of 3	87 P3	Carrier is undersize but he's competitive in the hard areas of the ice. The '2-way D' is in the last year of his contract. His cap hit is $2.5M. Through 57 games he's averaged 18:26 TOI. His ice time breaks down as follows: 15:45 ES - 0:26 PP - 2:14 PK He's been credited with 52 hits and 114 shot blocks. Shot blocking is an asset when killing penalties. He's quick to space and his read/react game is generally sound. An interesting name to keep an eye on at trade deadline. Also provides some secondary offense (4G-15A	Feb. 22, 2024	Mar. 5, 2024
Tyson Barrie		RD	32	4 of 4	77 P3	The Preds and Barrie are on a collision course for a divorce. Barrie would like a change of scenery, especially since he has been a consistent healthy scratch in Nashville. Barrie is a veteran - '2-way / Transitional' defenceman who can quarterback a PP unit. He's an average defender who plays the game with a minimal amount of physical push back. Best described as an 'area' defender. When his 'routes' are off, in his zone, he has a difficult time containing his check to the perimeter. Barrie has played 35 games for Nashville in 23/24 He's averaged 18:26 TOI - with 99% of his ice time coming at even strength and PP - he rarely sees time on the PK 1G - 11A and (-10) defensively. Leans bottom pairing at even strength. Distributor on the PP. Cap hit = $4.5M Expiring deal - pending UFA	Feb. 22, 2024	Mar. 5, 2024
Juuse Saros		G	28	2 of 3	90 1A	After suffering through some ups and downs, earlier in the season, he's back playing to the best of his ability Workhorse. Has appeared in 49 games as of March 5th His last five starts - from February 22nd - March 2nd - he posted outstanding numbers - 1.20 GAA / .955 save percentage Butterfly athletic goalie. Competes to keep pucks out of the net. At times he gets outside his posts and has to travel a long way back to regain his crease - making him smaller in the net in the process Great feet. Good low net coverage for his stature. One more year left on a contract that pays $5.0 million but doesn't have trade protection. Many high end years ahead. Only 28 years young. #1A NHL starter.	Feb. 22, 2024	Mar. 5, 2024
Noah Hanifin		LD	27	6 of 7	89 P1	Statistics updated March 5th - 2024 '2-way D' with a transitional element. Provides better than secondary offense. Outlets pucks and joins as an extra layer. Elite skater. Has the legs to lead the rush on his own. Gaps up to take away time and space in the defensive zone. Through his first 61GP - 11G-24A - 123 shots on goal - 46hits - 89 shot blocks - has scored 8 goals and 18 assists at even strength. Expiring contract. $4.95M AAV - Contract has an 8 team 'no trade'.	Feb. 19, 2024	Mar. 5, 2024
Jacob Markström		G	34	4 of 4	90 1A	Report updated March 5th - 2024 The Calgary Flames MVP so far in 23/24. Huge bounce back season compared to last. At the 39 game mark he had posted a 2.61 GAA and .912 save percentage. Signed through 25/26 to a contract that counts $6.0M against the cap. Full 'no move clause' There are nights he gives up goal he would like to have back … but he has proven, this year, that he digs in to make the next save and beyond. If he goes to market, he is the top goalie target for this deadline cycle. 33 years young but a #1A puck stopper.	Feb. 19, 2024	Mar. 5, 2024
Jake Sanderson		LD	21	4 of 4	90 P1	Trending towards being the Senators top defenceman Averaging 23 minutes, per game, time on ice Used in all situations Matches up against top opponents Has contributed 7G-20A with (2G) - (7A) on the PP Not overly physical - credited with 36 hits Blocks shots at ES and on the PK (104) Elite skater. Fantastic edges. His speed gives him an advantage over opponents when tracking pucks or closing on them to kill plays. Generally an area defender - but plenty smart about his approach - High end hockey sense Competes - Skates - Provides secondary offense - Likely to score more in time - 2-way / Transitional 'D'	Feb. 27, 2024	Mar. 4, 2024
Ridly Greig		C	21	3 of 3	85 L3	Young, still developing, forward who plays a skilled / energetic / pesty style of game. Not huge in stature but always involved. Never backs down from contact and battles in the hard areas of the ice. Good skater. Can push the play in transition. Can play both center and the wing. Averaging 14:32 TOI through 49GP - used in all situations Produced 9G-12A 6G - 12A at even strength	Feb. 27, 2024	Mar. 4, 2024
Shane Pinto		RW	23	2 of 2	83 L3	Since returning from suspension he has played in 18 games as of March 4th / 2024 Averages 17:41 TOI - used in all situations - secondary PK Winning 51% of his draws More push back to his game - credited with 20 hits and 20 shot blocks in the 18GP Has produced 6G-10A Playing with purpose. Pending RFA. Trending towards a second line forward role in the near future.	Feb. 27, 2024	Mar. 4, 2024
Claude Giroux		C	36	3 of 3	80 L2	Offense has fallen off a bit in 23/24 - in 59GP he's produced 18G -35A Averaging 20:00 TOI - Used in all situations - Remains one of the best face-off forwards in the entire NHL - wins 58% of his draws Makes plays on the PP - mostly from his weak side flank - at times moving to the middle lane Limited amount of bump to him physically - only credited with 29 hits and 21 shot blocks Pace ranges at times - not a burner between the blue lines but does have a bit of an extra gear to surprise opponents at times. On balance he continues to play to his strengths offensively compared to the rest of his team mates.	Feb. 27, 2024	Mar. 4, 2024
Erik Brännström		RD	24	2 of 2	80 P3	Brannstrom has been mostly solid for the Senators in a third pairing role. Through 53GP he was averaging 15:49 TOI His primary ice time comes at ES and the PK - Rarely used on the PP Contributes some depth offense - 3G - 10A Quick to space. Not big in stature. Relies on jumping to pucks ahead of his opponent in the defensive zone. Mostly area defender with an active stick. Average when the game gets heavy out front his net. Limited physical push back (24 hits) but fronts the shooter (73 shot blocks) Much improved year over year - more reliable detail defensively - (+2) rating	Feb. 27, 2024	Mar. 4, 2024
Jacob Bernard-Docker		RD	23	1 of 1	79 P3	Bernard-Docker has been generally solid for the Senators in 23/24 Average plus stature Decent strength / push back in the trenches Keeping things mostly simple with the puck on his stick Has averaged 15:38 TOI through 50GP - Deployed at ES and PK - Depth offense 4G-8A Rotates well on the PK / fronts shooters in his zone / blocks shots (107) Low risk approach - protects 'the house' first - knows his role - 3rd pairing 2-way 'D'	Feb. 27, 2024	Mar. 4, 2024
Mathieu Joseph		RW	27	3 of 3	82 L3	Joseph has played to his identity this year for Ottawa. He's produced 10G -20A in 49GP Average TOI for the season has landed at 16:30 Used in all situations. Limited impact on the PP. Plays fast. Competes up and down the ice. Can create turnovers with his tenacity. Provides secondary offense and some push back physically - 75 hits - 30 shot blocks The kind of player who can be a bit of a pest when he's firing on all cylinders Combination of energy - speed - better than average skill when at his best	Feb. 27, 2024	Mar. 4, 2024
Drake Batherson		C	25	2 of 2	81 L2	Through 59GP Batherson has averaged 17:39 TOI and produced 21G - 24A 5G - 8A on the PP All of his ice time comes at even strength and the power-play. He doesn't have a role on the PK Big body who's difficult to defend around the crease and along the wall. When he boxes out opponents they have a tough time pushing him out of danger areas in the offensive zone. Great release. Can be slotted into the power-play net front or as the bumper. Has the ability to beat goalies from long-range. Shoots the puck hard and accurately. More physical overall this season. Credited with 75 hits and 27 shot blocks Overall - average / average plus defensively - (-7) defensively. Has stood in for 90 face-offs on the year - winning only 41% of his draws	Feb. 27, 2024	Mar. 4, 2024
Tim Stützle		LW	22	3 of 3	92 FP	Logs over 21:00 TOI - Used in all situations Generally energetic / competitive / offensive play driver who's hard to defend in all areas of the ice. Through 59GP - 14G -42A (-6) Hasn't scored a goal on the PP in 23/24 - OG - 12A with the man advantage. Involved - credited with 82 hits and 32 shot blocks - 148 shots on goal He's involved in something every shift - but overall his offense has dropped off from last year - and much of it is due to lack of goal scoring success on the PP Last season he produced 10G - 18A on the PP alone.	Feb. 27, 2024	Mar. 4, 2024
Joshua Norris		C	24	2 of 2	86 L2	An important player for Ottawa who has had a tough time remaining healthy. Play driver. Quick. Fast. Pushes opponents back when he hits the offensive blue line with a full head of steam. Used in all situations - Was averaging over 17 minutes per game TOI before going down with injury at the beginning of March Produced 16G - 14A with 5G and 7A coming on the PP Wins over 52% of his draws 2-way / speed forward who looks capable of producing even more offense but hasn't historically been an elite point producer.	Feb. 27, 2024	Mar. 4, 2024
Brady Tkachuk		LW	24	2 of 2	85 L1	Empties the tank every night. Averages around 19:00 TOI - Deployed at ES and PP - Rarely used on the PK Through 58GP - 26G-24A 7 goals on the PP Physical (198 hits) - Aggressive directing pucks on net (248 shots on goal) Leads by example. There are instances he could dial it back a bit and not get involved in every scrum - during the play and after the whistle - but it's part of his DNA and what makes him such a valuable young leader. When called upon he wins 54% of his draws Hard to defend along the wall and out front the net - especially on the PP -	Feb. 27, 2024	Mar. 4, 2024
Jakob Chychrun		LD	25	6 of 6	85 P1	Chychrun has contributed offensively for the Senators. He produced 9G-22A in his first 59GP Continues to average north of 23 minutes per game TOI. All of his ice time comes at even strength and the power-play. Defensive detail ranges - his (-15) rating is the worst of any defenceman on the Sens roster. There are times, in games, he has difficulty timing his gaps and keeping opponents outside the dots in his zone. Best described as a '2-way D' who isn't shy about directing pucks on net in the offensive zone. He's been credited with 145 shots on goal and contributes offense on the power-play (4G-8A) Plenty strong - 50 hits - 107 shot blocks Excellent skater One more year on his current contract that's armed with a 10 team no trade clause. Affordable $4.6M Top pairing 'D' at even strength.	Feb. 27, 2024	Mar. 4, 2024
Artem Zub		RD	28	2 of 2	86 P2	Arguably the Senators MVP this season - certainly their most consistent defenceman on a nightly basis. Logs around 21:00 TOI per game. All of his ice time comes at ES and the PK. Matches up versus top forward groups every shift. Tied for the team lead, on defense, with 20 even strength points although he missed time with injury and had only played 46 games as of March 3rd. 97 hits - 80 shot blocks and a (+10) defensively Moves well - thinks the game - competes every night - reliable Signed to a great contract - $4.6M AAV through 26/27 season.	Feb. 27, 2024	Mar. 4, 2024
Vladimir Tarasenko		RW	32	4 of 4	81 L3	Tarasenko, arguably, has been one of the Senators forwards who has generally played to his identity and strengths this season. He's a pending UFA who carries a cap hit of $5M His contract is armed with a full no move clause - meaning he can chose his destination at the trade deadline Continues to average 16 minutes per game TOI - deployed at even strength and the power-play. Through 57GP he contributed 17G - 24A 15G - 18A at even strength. Generally responsible defensively - certainly average at worst - a (+13) on the season Pace remains NHL caliber. Still enough game to play in top six if required Clearly not done producing offense. Could add a secondary layer for a contending team.	Feb. 27, 2024	Mar. 4, 2024
Dominik Kubalik		LW	28	4 of 4	71 L4	Kubalik is a pending UFA. His contract carries a cap hit of $2.5M. He's a shell of the player he once was offensively and he brings very little attention to detail defensively. In his first 55 games, this season, he contributed 9G-4A He averages 12:30 TOI at even strength and the power play. A team looking to take on the risk of acquiring Kubalik is banking on him contributing more offense than he has - especially on the power-play. Shooter more than distributor - but only credited with 68 shots on goal - also doesn't play with much push back physically - only credited with 38 hits and 15 shot blocks Risk/Reward acquisition.	Feb. 27, 2024	Mar. 4, 2024
Thomas Chabot		LD	27	2 of 2	87 P1	2-way transitional 'D' Elite skater - Quick - Fast - Agile Averaging 24:00 TOI per game in 23/24 Missed some time with injury Through 37GP - 6G - 16A 1G - 5A on the PP The kind of defenceman who can skate pucks out of his zone or outlet and join as an extra layer offensively Not a ton of physical push back (credited with 29 hits) Willing to block shots (74 through 37 GP) Mostly 'area defender' who relies on quickness to pressure opponents / get in shooting lanes Active stick Leans distributor more than shooter but his shot can not be underestimated - when he sees an opportunity he directs pucks on net with authority Top pairing - Minute muncher	Feb. 27, 2024	Mar. 4, 2024
Matt Dumba		RD	29	3 of 4	83 P2	Dumba's last five game segment ( from February 21st - March 1st ) Averaged over 21:00 minutes per game over the stretdch. Deployed in all situations - including primary PK role. Physiccal - in the segment he was credited with 17 hits - 5 shot blocks Competitive. Plays with pace. Execution with the puck ranges Pending UFA - $3.9M Cap Hit	Feb. 27, 2024	Mar. 2, 2024
Josh Anderson		RW	29	2 of 2	77 L3	Anderson's season has been uneven overall. His offensive numbers are down considerably - year over year Through the first 56GP - Anderson has contributed 7G- 9A He's (-18) defensively. A two-way power forward who's a solid skater and can be a threat off the rush at times. Best attribute is his battle game in the interior of the offensive zone. Averaging 16:05 TOI - Primary ice comes at ES and PP Signed through 26/27 - 5.5M AAV - 8 team no trade list	Feb. 27, 2024	Mar. 2, 2024
Anton Lundell		C	22	2 of 2	82 L3	Most recent five game segment (February 20 - 29th) resulted in an average TOI that ranged from 13:00 - 18:46 Continues to be deployed in all situations - secondary PP and PK Offense comes in streaks - 5G - 3A in last fifteen games High end of average skater. Reliable three zone detail. Not an elite play driver but finds a way to get pucks to the net. Likely to always provide secondary offense, but production has been slow to arrive (consistently) in his young career. Struggling to return to same form he had in 21/22 season. Not overly physical. Credited with 36 hits / 27 shot blocks through 56GP Cap hit = $925K Pending RFA Generally wins over 50% of his draws.	Feb. 27, 2024	Mar. 2, 2024
Justin Holl		RD	32	3 of 3	71 P3	Holl is having a hard time finding a roll in Detroit He's been a healthy scratch - recently - for nine straight games. Polarizing player who's impact and detail ranges wildly at times. Doesn't produce much offense Big body. Hasn't been playing with enough physical push back / engagement. In his last five game segment he was only credited with 9 hits and 2 shot blocks. When he does dress, his TOI has been trending down - averaging between 13 - 17 minutes - deployed at even strength only. Signed through 25/26. AAV = 3.4M. Contract includes 10 team no trade list.	Feb. 27, 2024	Mar. 2, 2024
James Reimer		G	35	3 of 3	70 2B	Has only played five games since December 27th. Mixed results overall ... but last two games (Feb 17 / 25th) were both solid starts ... two wins ... one via shutout vs Calgary ... stopped 72 of 74 shots he faced Veteran back-up at this stage of his career Butterfly style. Mid-range athleticism. There are times he makes himself 'small' when fronting the shooter and dropping / leans forward or sits 'down' in the butterfly - exposes room over his shoulders. Still has enough game to steal some points for his team on occasion. Expiring contract. Pending UFA. 35 years old. Cap hit = $1.5M - Contract armed with 7 team no trade clause.	Feb. 27, 2024	Mar. 2, 2024
Ty Henry	-	LD	17	2 of 2	A- P3	NOTE: Updated height and weight = 6'3 1/4 200lbs Ty has to be watched closely to be appreciated. He does a lot of subtle things very well. Small area plays that contribute to defensive zone exits, killing plays when gapping up and fronting shooters to block shots. Good size. Plenty strong. Pushes back in the hard areas. Solid skater - especially on straight lines - up and down the ice. Good edges. Pivots and generally maintains his pace. There are times, occasionally, that Ty could push harder out of the blocks - exiting offensive zone from a dead stop / skating backwards ... and jumping from net front / corner to position himself quicker defensively. Despite the fact he doesn't produce a lot of offense, he is capable with the puck. Ty can move the play from his zone / launch the attack via outlets. When things break down he chips pucks to neutral ice. On occasion he walks the offensive blue line and directs pucks on net from range ... looks capable of doing it more often in fact. Hockey sense / skating / compete are all in place. Leans 'Defensive D' but could trend 2-way / Defensive D as he matures	Feb. 25, 2024	Mar. 1, 2024
Ilya Lyubushkin		RD	29	6 of 6	72 P3	Up to date stats before being traded from Anaheim to Toronto 55GP - 0G - 4A 51 PIMS (-13) Averaged 17:08 TOI - all ice time came at ES and PK. Credited with 112 hits / 138 shot blocks Predictable player. Bottom pairing - right shot - defenceman who can match up against middle six forwards and find a role on the penalty kill. Average plus skater. Below average puck skill. Very limited making plays. Simple is best. Glass and out when nothing available. Expiring contract - Pending UFA - $2.75M AAV	Feb. 25, 2024	Feb. 29, 2024
Kaapo Kähkönen		G	27	2 of 2	82 1B	A big body who takes up a ton of net when playing with poise and not wandering outside the posts. Hybrid / Butterfly style. Athletic. Agile. Above average gloves. Good push laterally. Plenty strong and quick enough to move side to side and use his size to his advantage to make desperation stops. Rebound control has ranged at times this season. When the play in front of him is organized, he tends to absorb pucks and find shots through traffic more effectively. Five game segment - from Jan 31st - February 27th - his game road the roller coaster that is the San Jose Sharks in 23/24 .... Faced 161 shots ... Plenty high danger ... Allowed 18 goals against ... save percentage in four games .912 / .974 / .902 / .912 - one poor outing = .774 and 7 goals against ... Pending UFA ... Cap hit $2.75M ... Better than a backup ... not quite a true #1A	Feb. 27, 2024	Feb. 29, 2024
Luke Kunin		RW	26	1 of 1	77 L4	Depth forward who plays with pace and isn't shy about battling in the trenches. Occasional threat to take pucks to the net off the rush. Used in all situations in San Jose. Not a player who would be a power-play candidate on most teams in the NHL. Through 52GP - 8G - 2A Credited with 108 hits / 38 shot blocks (-21) Defensively Expiring contract. Pending RFA. Current contract counts $2.75M against the cap. Only 26 years young.	Feb. 27, 2024	Feb. 29, 2024
Mike Hoffman		LW	34	3 of 3	68 L4	Pending UFA on an expiring contract that counts $4.5M against the the salary cap. When in the mood he can produce offense on the power-play. Has the ability to rip pucks from the weak side flank. Three zone detail ranges. Not the kind of player who can be trusted in key defensive scenarios. If a team were interested in him at the trade deadline they would be hoping he can provide some depth offense and improve their fortunes with the man advantage. Has recently been averaging between 7:30 - 12:00 minutes TOI. Very little push back / bump to his game. Credited with 26 hits and 24 shot blocks. 8G - 10A through 55GP ... (-18) defensively	Feb. 27, 2024	Feb. 29, 2024
Artem Grushnikov		LD	20	1 of 1	80 P3	Grushnikov is in the midst of his first year as a pro. With the Texas Stars he was averaging around 16:30 TOI per game. The bulk of his ice time came at ES and PK. Solid skater. Agile. Pivots well to track pucks that end up chipped deep in his zone / efficient keeping his pace turning from frontward to backward skating. 2-way 'D' who takes very little risk offensively. Rarely pinches down to extend plays in the offensive zone. Prefers to keep the play in front of him in all three zones. Reliable defensively. Identifies his responsibility at ES / locks onto his man in d-zone coverage Fronts the play on the PK. Occasionally blocks shots. A low-risk defensive prospect who skates well, competes, and rarely takes chances. Better than average push back physically. List size updated - 6'1 205lbs	Feb. 24, 2024	Feb. 28, 2024
Brock Faber		RD	21	3 of 3	91 P1	Faber is one of the top stories in the NHL rookie class this season. He's averaging an incredible 25 minutes per game for the Wild and being deployed in all situations. He's produced 4G - 29A - (+2) defensively. Faber has some push back physically. He's involved and doesn't back down in the hard areas - along the wall and out front his net. Credited with 49 hits and 114 shot blocks. Complete player. No weaknesses. Solid skater. Elite thinker. High end compete and detail. Just getting started. Long NHL career ahead. Top pairing 'do it all' - right shot defenceman	Feb. 20, 2024	Feb. 24, 2024
Cale Makar		RD	25	3 of 3	96 FP	Transitional defenceman who logs over 25:00 TOI every night. Used in all situations. Not just offense. Has some bump to his game physically. Committed defensively. Works to win pucks. Defends with purpose. Credited with 101 shot blocks through the first 53GP Overall stats line - 53GP - 13G - 47A (+6) Leads the rush, joins as an extra layer, aggressive directing pucks on net (164 shots on goal) Fantastic skater. Quick. Fast. Explosive. No holes in his game. Franchise player. Will likely contend for Norris trophies his entire career. Relentless competitor. Leads by example.	Feb. 22, 2024	Feb. 24, 2024
Quinn Hughes		LD	24	2 of 2	92 FP	Elite offensive talent. Play driver. One of the best skater in the league. Fantastic edges / agility Exceptional vision. Play maker / Power-play quarterback. Defensive game has vastly improved since arriving in the league. Light / area defender who pounces on pucks ahead of opponents and uses an active stick to keep players to the perimeter / create turnovers. First year Captain. Leads by example. Averages 24:41 TOI - Deployed in all situations - Secondary PK Through first 59GP - 12G - 57A (+32) Aggressive directing pucks on net - credited with 137 SOG - understated shot that can catch goalies by surprise.	Feb. 22, 2024	Feb. 24, 2024
Sergei Bobrovsky		G	35	2 of 3	91 1A	Bobrovsky ran hot in playoffs, last spring, for the Panthers and he's continued his stellar play in to this season. Through 42GP he posted a 2.36 GAA and .916 save percentage. Athletic. Great feet. Quick moving side to side. Can be a bit 'busy' in the crease at times but he's doing a nice job of fronting shooters and taking away net. His game, in its current form, has rarely given up poor goals against this season overall. Securely in the discussion for another Vezina trophy. Heavy workload. One of the top 5 goalies in games played.	Feb. 20, 2024	Feb. 24, 2024
Connor Hellebuyck		G	30	5 of 6	91 1A	Continues to provide the Jets with the kind of goaltending that can lead teams to successful runs come playoffs. In his first 41GP he's posted a 2.19 GAA and a .925 save percentage - both statistics are best in the league for goalies who have played over 35 games. Gives the group a chance to win tight checking, low scoring games. Big in the net. Relies on sound positioning. Squares up. Doesn't give the shooter much to look at. Confident. Poised. No concerning holes in his game overall.	Feb. 19, 2024	Feb. 24, 2024
Connor Bedard		C	18	8 of 8	88 FP	Continues to adapt to the NHL and the amount of responsibility he carries with the rebuilding Hawks. Through 44GP he scored 17G - 22A - (2G - 8A on the power-play) Average time on ice has come down a bit from the beginning of the season. Clocks in for 19:14 per game. All of his TOI comes at ES and PP#1. Elite brain. Play driver. Equal parts shooter / play maker. Elusive in tight areas. Hard to defend in small areas. Directs pucks on goal from seemingly impossible areas in the offensive zone. Fantastic release - one of the most accurate shooters in the entire NHL already. Has directed 132 SOG. Work to do in the fade-off circle - only wins 39% of his draws. Elite / Franchise Player / Cornerstone piece for Chicago's on going rebuild.	Feb. 19, 2024	Feb. 24, 2024
Jordan Eberle		RW	33	3 of 4	76 L3	Eberle is easily defined at this stage of his career. He's almost a power-play specialist in many regards. Through his first 51GP he was averaging 17 minutes TOI and being deployed at even strength and the power-play for the Kraken. Remains aggressive directing pucks on net (109 SOG) Barely any bump to his game (16 hits / 11 shot blocks) Has scored 4 power-play goals and 5 power-play assists. Average plus skater. Not a burner in open ice. Middle six forward at even strength. Better than average detail defensively (+4). Potential first unit power-play contributor. Expiring contract. Pending UFA. Cap hit is $5.5 million. His contract is armed with a sixteen team no trade clause.	Feb. 19, 2024	Feb. 23, 2024
Alexander Wennberg		C	29	2 of 2	86 L3	Wennberg is a player who is making too much money for his output offensively ($4.5M) - but he does play a variety of roles for Seattle. Good size. Plays with pace. Most of his offense comes from the perimeter. Not over powering physically. Willing to get in shooting lanes and block shots. Through 55GP, Wennberg averaged 18:40 TOI and was being deployed in all situations. He chips in with secondary offense (8G-14A). Pending UFA with a ten team no trade clause in his contract. Middle six forward / leaning third line.	Feb. 19, 2024	Feb. 23, 2024