Shayne Gostisbehere has been the popular recipient of criticism for the Philadelphia Flyers‘ blueline this season. But 26-year-old Michael Del Zotto, Gostisbehere’s defensive partner, hasn’t been much better.
On the contrary, he’s been one of the worst defenders on the team.
Originally signed to a one-year deal prior to the 2014-2015 season, Del Zotto actually managed to resurrect his career after falling out of favor with the New York Rangers and fizzling out completely for the Nashville Predators. In his first season with the Flyers, Del Zotto tallied 32 points in 64 games and began looking like the player that was named to the 2010 NHL All-Rookie Team.