Will Skahan Scouting Reports

Massive defender. Takes up tons of space with his stature and length.
Generally keeps things simple with the puck. Low risk. If things break down he chips pucks to open ice instead of trying to skate himself out of trouble.
In the way. Blocks shots on the PK.
2-way / Leaning 'Defensive D' at the NHL level.
Less = more ... compliments a more active / transitional 'D' partner

Plays to a consistent identity.
Big body. Closes his gaps. Finishes his checks. Hard to play against. Has an edge.
Good skater. Agile. Quick to space.
Average with the puck on his stick. Simple is best.
Not likely to produce much offense.
Leans shut down / match-up 'D' who will take shifts at ES and PK.
Willing to do the heavy lifting. Very competitive.

There's a ton to like about Skahan's game.
He's big. He skates well. He takes away time and space in the defensive zone. He's willing to body up and make life difficult on opponents.
Puck play ranges. Executing / making plays has - at times - been inconsistent.
Leans 2-way 'D' - potentially shut down 'D' as he establishes himself.
Primary ice time comes at even strength and penalty kill at the USNTDP.
Not likely to produce much offense.

2-way 'D'
Big body. Moves well - especially on straight lines. Has no issues defending against speed rush
Pushes back physically. Uses length to defend and take away time and space.
Average distributor.
The kind of defender who can be matched up against top six forwards and deployed at ES and PK.