A look at all the NHL free agent defensemen that could become available when NHL free agency opens on July 1st. Dec 2, 2023; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Brady Skjei (76) is congratulated by defenseman Brett Pesce (22) after his goal against the Buffalo Sabres during the third period at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports

As with the pending NHL unrestricted free agent forwards, there are some interesting players on this list. Not all will make it to the July 1st free agency, but there are plenty of defensemen that will generate some interest.

There is a mix of left and right-handed shots, but not really any game breakers. There likely aren’t any players who will get max term, but some may earn four or five-year deals.

A look at the top scoring NHL unrestricted free agent defensemen.

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