backliner

English

Etymology

From backline +‎ -er.

Noun

backliner (plural backliners)

1. (sports) One who plays on the back line.
   • 2017, Stan Fischler, Boston Bruins: Greatest Moments and Players:

     Bourque can also play the physical game with the best of the NHL backliners. He is not afraid to use the body, and his play in the corners is often fearsome.