Insider Names the Oilers' Best Defenseman So Far and the Answer Will Shock You

Recently, David Staples of the Edmonton Journal released who he thinks has been the best player in different categories for the Oilers to start the year. Offensively, Leon Draisatil takes the cake. But defensively, Staples believes Cody Ceci has been the best.

Ceci has been widely criticized for being overpaid and has been in a bit of a slump over the last few seasons. However, he has started to bring his A-game this year.

Ceci was quickly bumped up to the top pair this year after starting near the bottom and is now playing top minutes with Darnell Nurse. Ceci is an effective defensive defenseman, who doesn't have the flashy plays or smooth skating, but is best when you don't notice him at all.

Ceci will hopefully continue this success throughout the season, as the Oilers need a stay-at-home defenseman to lead the charge in improving the Oilers' play in their own end.

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