Chris Valentine, LD

Through a combination of grit, discipline and an unwavering focus on denying his opponents, Chris drives defensive play at both ends of the ice. His primary contributions come from using his 6'1" nearly 200lb frame to separate his opponent from the puck, breaking up plays or stopping attackers at the blue line. While on the penalty kill, he shows his commitment to the cause by willingly laying the body down to repeatedly block shots. One recurring theme during his play is that Chris is typically the first to support his teammates, rushing to them after a goal or an amazing save to celebrate their success.