Mason Lohrei has absorbed plenty of criticism this season, largely for defensive miscues that stand out on tape. But recent data suggests he may not be the Bruins defenseman most at risk of being moved.

Despite Lohrei's growing pains, he has not been the biggest liability at five on five. In fact, Andrew Peeke has quietly been on the ice for a team-high 34 goals against at even strength this season.

That number is striking when compared to Lohrei, who has been on the ice for 16 fewer goals against at five on five. The contrast challenges the narrative around which defenseman is actually hurting the team more.

Peeke was brought in to be a stabilizing, defense-first presence. Instead, the results have been trending the wrong way, especially during a stretch where the Bruins are searching for accountability.

Andrew Peeke would be the first defenseman traded over Mason Lohrei

Lohrei's defensive game still needs refinement, but he brings puck movement and offensive upside that Peeke simply does not.

Lohrei can escape pressure, make high-end passes, and generate offense from the blue line. Those traits are increasingly valuable in today's NHL, even if defensive mistakes come with them early in a career.

Peeke, on the other hand, offers limited offensive contribution. When a defenseman struggles defensively and cannot compensate by driving play the other way, his margin for error shrinks quickly.

This is why trade speculation may shift. If the Bruins look to move a defenseman to shake things up or free up cap flexibility, Peeke's profile suddenly fits that conversation more than Lohrei's.

Lohrei remains a developing asset with upside. Peeke looks more like a finished product, and the product has not been delivered.

If a defenseman is moved in the coming months, fans should not be surprised if the name is Andrew Peeke, not Mason Lohrei.