The Arizona Republic points out that despite the fact that Coyotes blueliner Derek Morris has 10 points already, he recognizes the defensive traits he possesses upon which his team can rely. Offensively gifted players like Oliver Ekman-Larsson and Keith Yandle are usually recognized as the league's best at the position.
"That's a gift," Morris said. "I think that's why (trophy voters) appreciate it as much as they do when it comes to the Norris because it's so hard to do. It's easier to play a defensive game and learn how to play it and be good at it than be offensive, so I think that's why offensive defensemen get more appreciation.
"I don't think you'll ever hear a D-man argue that one because I think it's always important. What Yands and what Oliver do are things that we can't do. We can't find the holes that they find to get offensive. We can't walk the line like Oliver does. We can't skate like Yands does. Those guys do certain things that we all can't do."
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