With the NHL preseason in full swing and the start of the 2019-20 regular season just over one week away, teams are still looking to fine tune their rosters and add the missing piece that could take them from pretender status to playoff contender.
While there seemingly aren't many huge names on the block this close to the start of the season, there are some quality defensemen to be had, and adding even one solid blueliner to the mix can make a world of difference at times.
Here is a closer look at the top players who are rumored to be available leading up to the commencement of the 2019-20 season and where they could potentially land.