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Which Tkachuk? Matthew vs Brady
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Brady, he uses his brain more and way less likely to get suspended.
Even Keith would tell you it’s Matthew. I’d love either one on my team but Matthew is clearly a better player right now.
Sidney the Kidney
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Matthew seems more naturally skilled, but also more prone to doing stupid things that might hurt you.
I still voted for Matthew because I think his upside is higher.
I still voted for Matthew because I think his upside is higher.
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Last night on RDS they shown statistical output for both after their first 163 NHL games, and it was actually closer than I thought. 118 pts vs 104 pts for Matthew IIRC, Brady with a few more goals though.
Also, let's note that Matthew has played with much better players. For example, if Stone signed in Ottawa long term, Brady would have had much better stats
Also, let's note that Matthew has played with much better players. For example, if Stone signed in Ottawa long term, Brady would have had much better stats
InfinityIggy
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At this very moment, Matthew. You've gotta take age into account though. Brady in a couple seasons could look just as good. He isn't as flashy but I think he is actually more physical than his brother (in the traditional hockey sense). Pretty close to me, in the long term.
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Matthew has shown greater versatility so far. He can be the primary, secondary, or tertiary player on an effective line, which is an extremely rare ability. Brady will likely become a greater physically imposing goal scorer, similar to his father, but I'm not sure his overall impact will be as great.
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I think Brady will be the better player in the long run but barely. I take Matt because of attachment from playing with Marner in London.
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Agreed.
The thing is that they both want to play that aggressive, in your face and net-front presence type of game. And both are the most accurate examples of a modern day top line PWF that you can cite.
Thing is though that we can see already that Brady is going to be notably bigger and stronger than Matt is. And not only does he hit more frequently, but he hits harder too. And while its not really saying much, hes a more gifted skater than Matt is. So as far as textbook PWFs go, Brady seems to have a more solid foundation to build from.
Matt is unquestionably more skilled though, and should be good for 5 or 10 more points or so (consistently) each year. His hands are a notch above Bradys. But I would argue that its a smaller gap between them in skill versus the gap there will be in size and strength/physical dominance and hitting ability/intimation factor.
Brady wont be out of his league when Zack Kassian comes knocking at the door and looking to collect for the tab that hes been running up all night. Brady will set the tone and his opponents are just going to have to live with it for the most part, like Chariot did just the other night.
This 6'3 235lb perceived tough guy tried to get cheeky and throw a sucker punch to start the fight Brady (who was unhappy with him high sticking Stuezle twice in the previous game)....Yet Chairot ended up leaving the ice and went to straight to the locker room with what appeared to be a broken and bloody nose after Brady smashed him good.
Matt just doesnt have that imposing size to carry himself like the true heavyweights in the league can. He can be called out, and taken off his (physically). And there is nothing quiet about his confidence either - his bark has a reputation of being louder than his bite (among other things..).
So again hes making a bit less of an impact physically, and putting his teammates in precarious situations at times with his line straddling/crossing antics. While Brady on the other hand actually makes his teammates all stand up a little taller, and even inspires them to play a little bit harder/drags them into the battle with him emotionally. And he will never be accused of avoiding his problems (ie big men that want to hurt him).
Honest answer though, you really cant go wrong with either. Both are incredibly special in their own slightly unique way. The fact that their brothers and came from an NHL legend - who was admired for EXACTLY the same reasons - easily makes the Tkachuks one of the most lovable story lines in the modern day NHL. Even if you love to hate them, its still love.
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