Fantasy hockey outlook highlights defenseman for potential breakout seasons
ESPN NHL • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 6:17 PM
Last updated Sep 14, 2026
As fantasy hockey drafts approach, attention turns to defensemen poised for breakout seasons. Analysts emphasize players with opportunities for increased ice time and key defensive roles. With the NHL season starting soon, identifying these players could offer significant advantages in fantasy leagues. Draft strategies may be impacted as managers look to capitalize on these projections.
- •Focus on defensemen with potential for increased playing time.
- •Breakout candidates include those in pivotal roles on their teams.
- •NHL season opening creates urgency for fantasy drafting.
- •Scouting and research key for successful fantasy selections.
- 7:07 PMESPN NHL — Fantasy hockey draft picks: Grab these defenseman before their breakout year
"Everyone's looking for a breakout season before it happens. Here are the defensemen with the right opportunities.
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