Crosby. He's just so very well-rounded for his generational talent. Lifts up the play of any wing he plays with. Statistics: Posted by Puck-Lurker — Tue Jun 18, 2024 8:41 am ..read more

So....closer comparison...McDavid vs Crosby or McDavid vs Mario? And let me make it VERY VERY CLEAR that I don't mean McDavid is as good as Mario...I think Mario is hands down the greatest to ever play the game, but is it a better discussion to compare McDavid to 66 and not to 87? Here is my "biased"(LOL) comparison of Mario vs McDavid: -Mario's play away from the puck was unparalleled.He could do more with less puck possession than any player who has ever stepped on the ice IMHO. -McDavid can break guys down with his speed and ability to change gears.He can get guys to back off. -Mario ..read more

So....closer comparison...McDavid vs Crosby or McDavid vs Mario? And let me make it VERY VERY CLEAR that I don't mean McDavid is as good as Mario...I think Mario is hands down the greatest to ever play the game, but is it a better discussion to compare McDavid to 66 and not to 87? Here is my "biased"(LOL) comparison of Mario vs McDavid: -Mario's play away from the puck was unparalleled.He could do more with less puck possession than any player who has ever stepped on the ice IMHO. -McDavid can break guys down with his speed and ability to change gears.He can get guys to back off. -Mario c ..read more

So....closer comparison...McDavid vs Crosby or McDavid vs Mario? And let me make it VERY VERY CLEAR that I don't mean McDavid is as good as Mario...I think Mario is hands down the greatest to ever play the game, but is it a better discussion to compare McDavid to 66 and not to 87? I think you need to think of terms of guys like Pavel Bure. Or another all speed, all scoring, minimal defense kinda guy. Crosby and Mario are more well rounded players than McDavid and neither really compare. Statistics: Posted by Daniel — Tue Jun 18, 2024 2:17 am ..read more

Interesting thought...although I am sure you mean you don't see him in the league in 10 not 20...hell if he was playing at 47 he would deserve the accolades. I could very easily see that kind of reduction as he ages and yeah, the only true way to know will be when they could both be compared side by side. Total of 20 years. If McDavid is in the NHL at 38 I think he'll be doing the hang around with whichever team has a chance to win the cup, make a PP better, try for that first cup tour. I don't think you can compare side by side. That would be like comparing Pavel Bure to Mark Messier. Tota ..read more

So....closer comparison...McDavid vs Crosby or McDavid vs Mario? And let me make it VERY VERY CLEAR that I don't mean McDavid is as good as Mario...I think Mario is hands down the greatest to ever play the game, but is it a better discussion to compare McDavid to 66 and not to 87? Statistics: Posted by Antonio — Tue Jun 18, 2024 1:01 am ..read more

McDavid is a rare talent.His speed and overall skating ability are simply one of the best combinations in NHL History.Outstanding vision and brilliant at setting up guys with his passing..He has the benefit of playing in a system that doesn't ask him to pay much attention to defending or physicality. Crosby might not have the flash of McDavid but he has shown his strength in areas on the Ice that few players ever have.Going into corners to dig out pucks,taking it to the front on the net and both dishing out and receiving punishment.His overall complete game adding in his outstanding leadershi ..read more

Interesting thought...although I am sure you mean you don't see him in the league in 10 not 20...hell if he was playing at 47 he would deserve the accolades. I could very easily see that kind of reduction as he ages and yeah, the only true way to know will be when they could both be compared side by side. Statistics: Posted by Antonio — Tue Jun 18, 2024 12:30 am ..read more

Say what you want about McDavid but the guy is an insane talent. So, at the end of the day, I'm curious about people's thoughts on who they'd rather have and why? Obviously we all revere Crosby, and rightfully so, but to act like there is just no comparison between them would be silly. Who do you think will be the better point producer over their entire career? Will McDavid keep up the pace into his later years? Which one would you rather have in their prime and why? Which one do you think is overall just the better, more gifted player? I'm curious to hear thoughts and nuance on opinions bet ..read more

Stats aside, Sid had Mario as landlord and mentor. That should factor in the equation. Statistics: Posted by BigMcK — Mon Jun 17, 2024 8:57 pm ..read more