OzzyFan
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Out of these 2 elite talents, who "was" more talented, Jagr or Crosby? Who had the higher ceiling per say?
I'm not sure what you mean by "per se" in this context.
Jagr wouldn't be losing Art Ross' like Crosby has.
Better skater? Crosby
Better puck possession? Tie
Besides his rookie year and 08-09 and 09-10 losing art rosses is because of injuries. Yeah yeah I know injuries count but don't act like Crosby is not a super elite player. 2 art rosses is still impressive.
Jagr played in an era where clutch and grab was very common, yet he played under 75 games twice (counting 95-96 until the lockout).
Thats good for him. Doesnt mean Crosby is not a comparable player to him.
Better skater? Crosby
Better Passer? even
Better stickhandler? Jagr
Better Backhand? Crosby
Better wrister? Jagr
Better puck possession? Tie
Hockey sense? Crosby
Jagr had better hands, was stronger and had a better shot.He was also a much better one-on-one player.
Crosby is more athletic.Actually it's hard to describe why Crosby is so good.On paper he shouldn't be
I would think Crosby is smarter than Jagr as well.
Overall I think when people think of hockey talent for a forward superstar they think of hands, puck control, one-on-one moves, shots, so Jagr was more talented than Crosby going by this definition.
I would give Crosby hockey sense, work ethic, and hand-eye coordination.
Better skater? Crosby
Better Passer? even
Better stickhandler? Jagr
Better Backhand? Crosby
Better wrister? Jagr
Better puck possession? Tie
Hockey sense? Crosby