Another thing to look at would be zone entries, but I'm not sure where to find those stats. I'm sure they're out there though. This is an area where I think letang would have the advantage.
One would think, but if you watch him, he almost never skates the puck in. He skates it up to the red line and drop-passes to Phil, Geno, or Sid, who carry it in.Another thing to look at would be zone entries, but I'm not sure where to find those stats. I'm sure they're out there though. This is an area where I think letang would have the advantage.
One would think, but if you watch him, he almost never skates the puck in. He skates it up to the red line and drop-passes to Phil, Geno, or Sid, who carry it in.
don't care what the numbers say. letang is utterly laughable and forcefed opportunities
Schultz but it doesn't matter. Kessel seems like he's the only player that makes things happen out there.
I will give the one clear advantage of recovery to Letang. I think he's the best in the NHL at recovering due to his athleticism and speed. No doubt on that one.
I'd rewatch the video I posted in the OP.
Letang is the better player in all facets of game though.
If someone mentioned it already I apologize, but what was the team's PP% success rate during the playoffs last year?
Anyway, I always think back to two moments last spring when it comes to the difference between Letang and Schultz on the PP. Schultz's winner in game 5 against the Caps, and his goal against Ottawa in the late stages of game 7.
When's the last time Letang blew one over a goalie's shoulder on a one timer, or ding one in off the inside of the post through a screen on a wrist shot with his head up the whole way?
The problem with Letang is that you can tell he lacks confidence with his shot. Unfortunately, that forces him to defer way too often (after a pump fake or two) making what he'll do all too predictable.