SAMI VATANEN - Defenseman - 28 - $4.87MM Cap Hit - UFA in 2020-2021
LAST UPDATED 8/20/19
Although he has consistently struggled to play a full season, Sami Vatanen has proved himself to be a valuable puck moving defenseman in the NHL. He can consistently post 30+ points when healthy, help with zone exits, assist in the facilitation of a power play, and move the puck well. Yes, he's undersized, and isn't much of a point shooter, but that's the cost of his mobility it's what allows him to be so effective in transition. Defensively, Vatanen's lack of size means he sometimes struggles to cover bigger forwards, especially in front of the net, but his ability as a zone exit specialist makes him a nonzero defensive factor. He may still struggle with too many tough minutes, but he won't be a major liability and he'll help get the puck out of his own end. Given his offensive chops and defensive capability, Sami Vatanen is a good #3/4 who should play with a more defensive partner who can allow him to get into the rush more freely and be more aggressive with the puck.
Although he has consistently struggled to play a full season, Sami Vatanen has proved himself to be a valuable puck moving defenseman in the NHL. He can consistently post 30+ points when healthy, help with zone exits, assist in the facilitation of a power play, and move the puck well. Yes, he's undersized, and isn't much of a point shooter, but that's the cost of his mobility it's what allows him to be so effective in transition. Defensively, Vatanen's lack of size means he sometimes struggles to cover bigger forwards, especially in front of the net, but his ability as a zone exit specialist makes him a nonzero defensive factor. He may still struggle with too many tough minutes, but he won't be a major liability and he'll help get the puck out of his own end. Given his offensive chops and defensive capability, Sami Vatanen is a good #3/4 who should play with a more defensive partner who can allow him to get into the rush more freely and be more aggressive with the puck.
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