A defenseman is a player in sports like ice hockey or soccer who primarily focuses on defending their team's goal and preventing the opposing team from scoring. Full definition
There were probably more good defensemen in that soon - to - be-graduated class than we have ever seen at one time in the NHL.» (si.com)
Karlsson has been one of the league's best defensemen for a number of years and is the top blue - liner on the list. (sportsinsights.com)
He has an incredibly explosive stride and first step; combined with his frame, that makes him a headache for defensemen when he's coming down the wing. (sbnation.com)