Looking at VHLE Defensemen Builds

[CaptainSB 117]

What is key for defenders? Just looking at the various defenders in the E there seems to be different approaches with mixed success.

 

Ahsoka Tano style: High Skating and Puck Handling
Tano is a very popular returning user and has not only had a great M career but is also having a better E start to her career. Their approach is to make sure SK and ST is high and aligned and this has paid off greatly as it has enabled them to score and assist at a high rate.

 

Boris Bone-Breaker: High Checking and Defense
This is a build to punish the opposition and work on delivering strong hits to throw off the opposing scorer. They have constantly led the league in hits and has done well in shots blocked.

 

Ray Stanton: High Pass and Balanced Defense
This is a bit more balanced approach. Focused on passing on offense and a nice balance of checking and defense for the defensive ratings. This has allowed Stanton to lead the league in shots blocked as they are more focused on passing and going back to defense.

 

It'll be fun to see which of these styles will become more popular in the league.

[Aimee 1,134]

Thanks for the shout out!