That’s what I mean, McDavid is unquestionably the most skilled player ever, but talent is where Lemieux and Gretzky have a case over him. Imagine Lemieux with all of todays advantages?
I think Gretzky AND Mario would be pretty much in the same tier if we added todays technology to the old players.
The tech and study of the game lead more to balance the field than anything else.
Gretzky would be a better Marner type player. His point adjusted totals probably take the biggest hit.
Crosby would have been a Jagr like player to them.
Mario was a beast and would be some mix of Crosby and Ovi. If healthy transplanting him in this league he probably beats Gretzky for points.
McDavid may beat them all.