Jake Boltmann Scouting Reports

As he continues to mature as a college player, his identity is easily defined.
Boltmann is a right-shot defender who is used on his off-side at Notre Dame. Although he is showing he is capable in the role, his best shifts come when he's in motion and making outlets from his natural / strong side. Boltmann is a, mostly simple, 2-way 'D'. He absorbs contact to make outlets in his zone. He doesn't provide a ton offensively. He is deployed at even strength and the primary PK. He's a very competitive defender who isn't shy physically. He finishes his checks with authority regularly. Boltmann is a good skater but does have room for more pace

Last year he spiked offensively compared to his historical production
A competitive player who moves well and has some bump to his game physically.
He can be used in key match ups and on the penalty kill
His skating is sound. At times he will skate pucks up ice or join as an extra layer.
There was a time, last season, that it appeared he would take his game to another level offensively but he has resorted to being 2-way / match up defender in 2022-2023

Contributes in a variety of ways
Makes sound decisions without the puck and away from the play on both sides of the puck
Ability to add an extra layer offensively joining the play off the rush
Doesn't take unnecessary risk. Thoughtful. Manages the game and reads the situation in front of him.
Being used RS and on PP#2. Has ability and IQ to PK as well.
Leans 2-way D who will bring better than secondary offense.