First Wave(1-25)- Erik Karlsson, John Klingberg
These two defenseman have emerged as the top elite options on defense as they are scoring close to a point per game clip. More surprising is Klingberg's quick ascent to premier status as EK has been the best for some time now. Having said that, hold on to both as they will fight for top honors all year long. Karlsson has the edge but Klingberg has the benefit of playing with Seguin and Benn.
Second Wave(26-50)- John Carlson, Justin Faulk
I have been hyping Faulk for years now but he has finally realized all that fantasy potential. While it's ridiculously unrealistic for him to keep up his staggering scoring pace on the power play, he should be a lock for 50, even 60. I would also hold onto to Carlson who has become the clear it powerplay QB on an explosive Washington team. No Green means huge breakout for Carlson. It's that simple
Third Wave(51-75)-Brent Burns, R Ristolainen, Ryan Suter, PK Subban, Roman Josi
I trust everyone on this list except the young Ristolainen. The kid is on his way to being a stud but can you trust him to keep up these numbers? Burns and Subban should be locks for 50+, while Suter has eclipsed 40+ a few times. Josi is just right here but expect Subban and Burns to move up to the upper tier before its all said and done.
Fourth Wave(76-100)-Brent Seabrook. Dustin Byfuglien. Tyson Barrie. Andrei Markov Kevin Shattenkirk. Shea Weber
Many heavy-hitters in this group which should easily post better numbers moving forward, so you should target in buy lower situations. The only one I would not consider in the buy low category would be Seabrook. He is more of the sell high variety.