A growing surplus of right-handed defensemen in the NHL is forcing teams to adapt, with players accustomed to playing on their dominant side now being asked to switch. The latest move in this trend involves a player who brings experience in adjusting to different defensive positions, potentially easing the transition for others facing similar challenges. As rosters continue to shift, the question remains whether clubs can effectively integrate these changes without compromising their defensive structure. The development could reshape how teams approach defensive pairings moving forward.

After free agency opened this summer, Spezza talked about the accumulation of right-handed defensemen, which meant players used to playing on their strong side would have to switch. Stastney adds ...