Season 66 Draft Review: Philly Reapers Defense

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With only two remaining active roster players (Clements at center and Burst in goal); the Philadelphia Reapers knew they needed to shore up their defense during last nights draft window. With a list of names prepared by @BladeMaiden (GM) and Jubo07 (AGM), the goal was to land a solid high end top pairing and a developing yet promising 2^nd pairing. What they did not expect was to have the opportunity to draft five top four worthy defenders and a top goalie prospect (Kolur Bjoernsson) to complement their high end forward core.

The defenders

Edward Vigneault: 7^th overall selection @Patpou22

Perhaps the Reapers most well-rounded defender; coming in at 6 foot 6 and 240 pounds, Vigneault is and will be an elite defender from game 1 to 72+. With a combination of defensive ability, offensive skill and toughness; Edward will make a strong case for dman of the year if his promise holds true. He also has an excellent relationship with the Reapers organization.

Kevin Low: 12^th overall selection @Smarch

Defense, offense and speed wrapped into one defender. The perfect top line quarterback with a respectable 6 foot, 210 pound frame. Another probable for top dman when it’s all said and done. Vigneault - Low look to be a lock to play-out the season together.

Brandon LeBlanc: 34^th overall selection @Psanchez55

With back to back picks in the 4^th round Philly aimed to put together their 2^nd pairing on the back-end. The pass first, stay at home Leblanc will provide Philly with a solid leader on the 2^nd pairing while killing penalties when called upon. He has developed rapidly over the off-season...keep an eye on this guy.

Duncan Jeffers: 35^th overall selection @Tophdaddy

As a member of the Aces last season under GM Jubo07, Jeffers showed great promise as a stay at home dman. With 132 hits and 74 shot blocks the Reapers get exactly the player they wanted to round out their top four. LeBlanc – Jeffers/Kuwanger are expected to shut down the leagues best all season both at five on five and on the PK.

Boomer Kuwanger: 40^th overall selection @Hybrid1486

How this player fell to the 40^th pick is a head-scratcher. This high skilled - smooth skating - puck moving defender offers the Reapers depth beyond their wildest dreams. Kuwanger will very likely see 2^nd pairing minutes as the club works towards developing chemistry throughout the lineup.

Edited April 29, 2019 by Jubo07