#defensive-development

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fromTheLeafsNation
4 days ago

Maple Leafs prospect Victor Johansson named to Sweden's World Juniors team

Johansson is still so raw. As a pure defenseman, he covers the man well and is rarely out of position. He still needs to add pure muscle and do a better job at reading and receiving passes coming his way. From watching him in development camp, you saw a young kid who struggled to do much with the puck - like he was too nervous.
National Hockey League
FC Barcelona
fromBarca Universal
2 weeks ago

Barcelona defensive prodigy thrives in a centre-back role under Flick | Barca Universal

Gerard Martín has become a reliable left centre-back for Barcelona, offering defensive solidity and high-possession build-up ability.
Golden State Warriors
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Alex Toohey aims to channel inner Draymond Green for Santa Cruz Warriors

Rookie Alex Toohey is prioritizing defensive development—studying opponents' tendencies and footwork under Draymond Green's mentorship while rehabbing knee tendonitis.
National Basketball Association
fromWiz of Awes
2 months ago

Cam Whitmore already making Wizards rethink the depth chart

Cam Whitmore provides significant offensive upside for the Washington Wizards with three-point shooting and creation, while defensive consistency remains a coachable area to develop.
fromBoston Herald
2 months ago

Bruins prospect Loke Johansson could be a late-round find

By most standards, Bruins' prospect Loke Johansson enjoyed a very good first season in North American hockey. Playing for Moncton in the QMJHL, the 6-foot-3, 214-pound Swedish-born defenseman had 4-18-22 totals and was a plus-46 while playing with the Wildcats, who won the Q championship while being led by last June's fourth overall pick Caleb Desnoyers. But, to be sure, it took a period of adjustment when he first arrived on the continent.
Boston
National Hockey League
fromBlue Seat Blogs
3 months ago

2024-2025 Braden Schneider report card - Blue Seat Blogs

Braden Schneider's torn labrum likely affected his defensive play, explaining inconsistencies while he shows surprising offensive transition ability and potential as a top-four defenseman.
National Hockey League
fromFear the Fin
3 months ago

No. 18 Haoxi Wang: Defenseman worth waiting for

Haoxi Wang is a 6'6″ mobile, raw defenseman—China's highest-selected NHL draftee—committed to Boston University and drafted 33rd overall by the San Jose Sharks.
fromBoston.com
5 months ago

Bruins, Mason Lohrei both bridge gap by agreeing to 2-year contract

Lohrei's offensive talents are undeniable, but his poor defensive play and minus-43 rating highlight the need for continued development in the NHL.
Boston Bruins
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