Brett Kulak Scouting Reports

A reliable '2-way D' who moves well and stays in his lane
Generally low risk approach - Can play a role in all three D pairings if required
Mid-range bump to his game - also willing to block shots
Nothing elite / Nothing poor about his overall game
Averaged 17:30 TOI in regular season - 105 hits - 106 shot blocks
Ice time fell off marginally in playoffs - but not a red flag - mostly due to special teams
Signed through (25/26) - goof value for his role - $2.75M AAV

AVG TOI (17:53) for the year but he has been trending up in recent weeks since the coaching change in Montreal. Now being used in all situations. Spot duty on the PP but a role he seems to be auditioning for more time in. Otherwise ES and on the PK.
Solid skater. Quick to space. On the PK he gets in the lane and jumps on pucks.
He competes but isn't a heavy player. Not shy about bumping along the wall and bodying up out front his net. Transitions pucks effectively. Can skate pucks out of his zone. This is a player who can add depth to a 'D' core and be used in a variety of roles. Expiring contract.

2-way D with transitional element
Quick to space. Closes on opponents / takes away time / kills plays off the rush
Averaged over 17:00 TOI. Deployed at ES and PK. Did not see time on the PP in Edmonton
Has the legs and skill to join the rush as an extra layer or follow up his outlet and go on the attack. Can be used as a #4 or #5 depending on make up of D core. Reliable.