These players are in the top-tier of defencemen this season and are on the shortlist for Norris Trophy consideration, close to halfway through the season.
Rick Nash Trade Tree Continues To Sprout Roots for the New York Rangers
At the 2018 NHL trade deadline, the New York Rangers traded forward Rick Nash to the Boston Bruins. Three years late the move is paying off for the Rangers.
The Minnesota Wild Are Turning Corner, But Still Not Stanley Cup Contenders
The Minnesota Wild are one of the top teams in the West Division, with one of the best home records. They may be turning the corner, but they aren’t Stanley Cup contenders just yet.
Goaltending Becomes The Toronto Maple Leafs Weakest Link
Toronto Maple Leafs No. 1 goaltender Frederik Andersen is sporting a .900 save percentage and 2.86 goal-against average. Jack Campbell has been injured for most of the season, and Michael Hutchinson hasn’t been reliable.
The Chicago Blackhawks Must Look To Stars To Avoid Playoff Trade Expectations
The Dallas Stars went from Cup Final to possibly missing the playoffs. The Chicago Blackhawks hold the last playoff spot in the Central and have surprised many.