Noldo
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- May 28, 2007
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Seeing the lists of top 5 players of Edmonton Oilers got me thinking about one of the most dynamic duos in the history of NHL, namely one of the cornerstones of Oilers dynasty: Wayne Gretzky with Jari Kurri on his wing.
I am personally too young to have seen them ever live (and being in Finland has not helped the cause). However, I have always got the expression that Kurri was exceptionally good fit for Gretzky (although the Great One's modesty can be part of the impression).
Could the more knowledgeable posters enlighten me:
Was Kurri more effective on Greztky's wing that could be expected from any player?
Do you think that Kurri's attributes made him better than average suit for Gretzky?
How would you classify Kurri's role and importance in Oilers dynasty? Was he piece that could have been replaced wihtout any difficulties or was he actually able to bring unique contribution to the overall package?
Is Gretzky and Kurri the most fitting duo ever seen or has there been players with styles that has been even more compatible?
I am personally too young to have seen them ever live (and being in Finland has not helped the cause). However, I have always got the expression that Kurri was exceptionally good fit for Gretzky (although the Great One's modesty can be part of the impression).
Could the more knowledgeable posters enlighten me:
Was Kurri more effective on Greztky's wing that could be expected from any player?
Do you think that Kurri's attributes made him better than average suit for Gretzky?
How would you classify Kurri's role and importance in Oilers dynasty? Was he piece that could have been replaced wihtout any difficulties or was he actually able to bring unique contribution to the overall package?
Is Gretzky and Kurri the most fitting duo ever seen or has there been players with styles that has been even more compatible?