A big-body defenseman, Chase Pietila does not shy away from the game’s physical aspects. He eagerly executes effective hits to knock opponents off the puck and withstands opposing physical contact well. His size and aggressiveness make him successful during puck battles, especially in the defensive zone slot. Defensively, he needs work with positioning and awareness. Pietila frequently places himself in a disadvantageous position, causing him to lose track of his man close to the net. Additionally, he tends to overcommit to the puck carrier when his appropriate defensive assignment is elsewhere. Pietila’s limited skating ability plays a role in reacting quickly, and he is too often beat by more skilled forwards. When exiting the defensive zone, he executes controlled exists by quickly carrying the puck into the neutral zone and providing an accurate outlet pass to continue play. Offensively, Pietila’s best asset is his strong shot from the point or mid-range. He does not hesitate to fire the puck on the net, setting up opportunities for deflections or rebounds. However, Pietila could afford to be slightly more selective with his shooting. He frequently shoots the puck into blocked lanes, occasionally leading to odd-man opportunities the other way. Still, there is offensive potential with continued coaching and increased awareness. Currently, Pietila possesses very raw talent. However, a foundation to enhance his effectiveness at both ends of the ice exists.