Makar and Werenski Crack NHL Network's Elite Defenseman Tier

The NHL Network has spoken, and two of the league's most dynamic blueliners are getting their due recognition among the game's best at the position. This ranking matters because it reflects how scouts and analysts view the current defensive landscape heading into the season. When the network puts its stamp of approval on these names, it shapes how teams value their own back-end talent and what they might be willing to pay to keep or acquire similar players.