A Bruins trio has been the most reliable at 5v5 the last 3 seasons

From the first pair to the third, the Bruins' blueline is a well-rounded group. Even when the missing number-one guy, Charlie McAvoy, we saw others step up.

Most notably, Hampus Lindholm and Connor Clifton are two guys who have made a major impact this season.

Last season was proof that Boston has one of, if not the best, backend in the NHL, and judging by a recent report, it's easy to see why. datadrivenhockey on Instagram recently released the league's best ''all-around'' defensemen, which was based off of ''on-ice expected goals percentage'' from the past three seasons.

And three Bruins defensemen dominated the top five.