New York Rangers: Top 5 defensemen since Brian Leetch

Brady Skjei –

Brady Skjei may have just completed his first full National Hockey League season, but it was a promising one. The 23-year-old looked comfortable out on the ice this past season and had a nice post-season to add to his stellar rookie season.

Skjei totaled 39 points this past season with five goals and 34 assists during the regular season. People have compared Skjei to Brian Leetch and if he continues to improve, he could reach those Leetch career totals. Skjei averaged 17:29 on ice time this past season and he can only expect that number to increase over the next few years.

The American born defenseman will look to continue to improve on his game. Skjei has all of the tools to be the next Brian Leetch. It’s up to him to see how he continues to develop and progress his play in the NHL.