Tyler Kleven

Tyler Kleven isn't your typical offensive defenseman; his 30 career points in 163 games, with a notable 23 assists, paint him as a player who facilitates rather than finishes. This season, his 21.2 minutes per game underscore his emergence as a reliable, iron-minutes presence on the blue line, a testament to his value as a defensive foundation for the Senators. He's the kind of defenseman whose impact is felt in his positional play and defensive stewardship, not necessarily the dazzling point totals, making him a crucial, though perhaps unsung, component of Ottawa's rearguard.