Clark4Ever
What we do in hockey echoes in eternity...
Kapanen is the better all around player, and definitely the type of player I would prefer in a playoff series.
I give Nylander the slight edge in terms of offensive skill and possession metrics, but Kapanen is stronger in every other facet of the game, and he has a stronger work ethic. And remember, comparing their respective PPG career averages is not necessarily indicative of much anyway.
Nylander has had the luxury of playing primarily in the top 6 with one of the best centres in the world. Until this season, Kapanen has been used sporadically in the bottom 6 with far inferior linemates due to our previous log jam up front.
A valid comparison would be based on their ice time with Matthews, and although it's early, Kapanen's numbers have been excellent thus far. He's also an elite skater, a relentless forechecker, and a reliable penalty killer.
Babs has done a tremendous job rounding out Kapanen's game.
I give Nylander the slight edge in terms of offensive skill and possession metrics, but Kapanen is stronger in every other facet of the game, and he has a stronger work ethic. And remember, comparing their respective PPG career averages is not necessarily indicative of much anyway.
Nylander has had the luxury of playing primarily in the top 6 with one of the best centres in the world. Until this season, Kapanen has been used sporadically in the bottom 6 with far inferior linemates due to our previous log jam up front.
A valid comparison would be based on their ice time with Matthews, and although it's early, Kapanen's numbers have been excellent thus far. He's also an elite skater, a relentless forechecker, and a reliable penalty killer.
Babs has done a tremendous job rounding out Kapanen's game.
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