Fantasy Focus: Lars Eller
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Expectations on Lars Eller were high after being acquired from St. Louis. While he didn’t exactly live up to them immediately, he’s shown signs of what’s to come.
Expectations on Lars Eller were high after being acquired from St. Louis. While he didn’t exactly live up to them immediately, he’s shown signs of what’s to come.
With all eyes on the young defender, will P.K. Subban be able to replicate his dominating season, or even improve upon his numbers in 2013-14?
Strengths: A punishing physical player who is particularly strong in front of the net. His skating is also a plus for his size.
Strengths: He is very mature for his age and is responsible in all three zones. He also isn’t hesitant to mix it up physically.
Strengths: Technically sound with strong rebound control. He is also mentally tough, a big plus given how tough Montreal is on its netminders.
Strengths: He is a speedy and very creative offensive player who plays a strong two-way game.
Strengths: A willing fighter who plays a physical style; he has good hands around the net where a lot of his offence comes from.
Strengths: He is a strong skater with a good shot and protects the puck well despite his small stature.
Strengths: A gifted offensive player with impressive breakaway speed; he plays bigger than his size.
Strengths: He is aggressive and feisty and is a conscientious checker; a strong character player.