A player’s early NHL career often comes with steep learning curves, and for one forward, mastering the late-game grind—whether in front of the net or under pressure—has been a defining challenge. After scoring his first career goal in October, the young defenseman has since faced the dual test of adapting to offensive and defensive demands, a transition many rookies navigate with a mix of raw talent and hard-earned experience. His ability to handle both ends of the ice could prove pivotal as he continues to develop, offering a glimpse into how emerging talent evolves under the weight of expectations. For fans of hockey’s next generation, his journey from rookie struggles to potential leadership moments makes for compelling follow-up.

Killing penalties and defending leads late in games, both of those items are responsibilities that Jarvis himself had to grow into. Scoring his first NHL goal on Oct. 30 against the Islanders, he went ...