Mark Giordano Scouting Reports

Giordano is the oldest player in the NHL this year.
Not only is he 40 years young, he's also playing a very taxing position.
Giordano is uber competitive. He works his tail off in the defensive zone. He's more than willing to get in shooting lanes and block shots.
Where things start to break down is around the 25-30 second mark of his shifts / especially in the defensive zone when stops / starts becoming exhausting in small area defending.
He's being asked to play a top four role with the Leafs defense suffering through injuries.
Monitor his ability to make responsible puck plays, pick his spots to join offensively, and contain in the defensive zone coming off the boards.
Through ten games Giordano is averaging 17:34 TOI ... BUT ... his last three games have seen his ice time spike (20:29 - 20:44 - 21:34)
He's being asked to play hard minutes at ES and PK / match up against middle six opponents at ES.

Potentially heading into his final NHL season in (23/24)
Pace is falling off. Breaks down quicker after small area battles in the defensive zone.
Having said that, he empties the tank, competes, and led the team with (147) shot blocks.
Averaged 18:57 TOI with the bulk of his time coming at ES and PK
Ran out of gas towards the end of the season
Load management is a real possibility during regular season - in order to maximize potential come playoffs

Veteran player who still has plenty of game. AVG TOI (21:29). Used in all situations.
Reliable 3 zone awareness. High end hockey IQ. He identifies and anticipates very well.
Durable. Has clearly taken good care of his body. Great stamina for a soon to be 39 year old NHL 'D' There are times his small area, and neutral zone turnover defending could be better.