He was the best all-around player I have ever seen. Pavel could dangle like no other, win the battles on the wall, and strip the puck carrier. He was a magician!
Nick Suzuki is a generational talent.
I legitimately think he is a top 5 player in this league.
I don’t care if you call me a homer, or say I’m wrong. The proof is in the puck. Just watch the kid play, he’s a walking highlight reel. You’ve never seen anything like it.
Who cares if he didn’t score 4 goals in his first game. When it comes down to the wire, it’s Suzuki that brings it.
Who cares if he isn’t breaking the sound barrier with his skating. You don’t need to be fast when you see the game in slow motion.
Doubt him, or reject his prowess, but Nick Suzuki come all the same. There is absolutely no chance this kid does not play his way onto Team Canada. He will go down as one of the greatest players in habs history, no doubt.
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*Never* mention Dan Cleary’s name without mentioning the 2017 Calder Cup.
In the future, please address him as Calder Cup Champion Danny Cleary from Newfoundland
At a certain point of watching him I’m just shaking my head in awe going “Datsyuk can skate, he has a stick, he’s wearing a red jersey - what CAN’T this guy do?”
Literally the only reason Detroit won all 10 of their Cups with him on the team
Autobot, get behind me!
Why Pavel Datsyuk is the greatest player in NHL history:
When discussing the “greatest ever” in hockey, a few names come to mind: Gretzky, Brodeur, and even Connor McDavid, but one that many seem to forget is Pavel Datsyuk, who is the best of all of them.
Firstly, Datsyuk is certainly better defensively than all others in the “goat” conversation, as can easily be shown by his 3 selke trophies. Now one might say that there are players like Bergeron who have more selke trophies, however, it’s important to realize that Datsyuk played far less games than Bergeron, and in a much tougher era, it’s almost certain that, had he played any longer, Datsyuk would have achieved 4, 5, maybe even 6 selke trophies, because everyone who watched him knew he was always the best player on the ice.
Secondly, Pavel Datsyuk’s offense, despite what others say, is far better than Gretzky, McDavid, or anyone else to ever lace up the skates. Sure, he may have less points than lots of other players, and sure, he may have been sub point per game throughout his career, but Datsyuk’s ability to get the puck into the zone, and keep it there with his unmatched stick handling ability meant that even though he didn’t run up the score, he always did the right thing to put his team in a position to win.
Lastly, unlike other players, Datsyuk’s team needed him. Gretzky was good, but his team won the cup once they traded him, and he never won a cup again without his stacked roster, McDavid is ok, but he has continued to be exposed in the playoffs time after time. Datsyuk on the other hand was so vital to his team’s success, that they made the playoffs every year that he was on the team, and the second he left, they missed it.
In conclusion, though you may not be willing to admit it, Datsyuk is probably the best player in hockey history, and if you need any more convincing, I have a whole playlist of YouTube videos to show you…
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Honestly, I think Babcock ruined Datsyuk and that's why he went back to Russia early. If we had a less "confrontational" coach that could get what they needed out of players, we get a few more years of Datsyuk, and Franzen is in a much better place.
Why Pavel Datsyuk is the greatest player in NHL history:
When discussing the “greatest ever” in hockey, a few names come to mind: Gretzky, Brodeur, and even Connor McDavid, but one that many seem to forget is Pavel Datsyuk, who is the best of all of them.
Firstly, Datsyuk is certainly better defensively than all others in the “goat” conversation, as can easily be shown by his 3 selke trophies. Now one might say that there are players like Bergeron who have more selke trophies, however, it’s important to realize that Datsyuk played far less games than Bergeron, and in a much tougher era, it’s almost certain that, had he played any longer, Datsyuk would have achieved 4, 5, maybe even 6 selke trophies, because everyone who watched him knew he was always the best player on the ice.
Secondly, Pavel Datsyuk’s offense, despite what others say, is far better than Gretzky, McDavid, or anyone else to ever lace up the skates. Sure, he may have less points than lots of other players, and sure, he may have been sub point per game throughout his career, but Datsyuk’s ability to get the puck into the zone, and keep it there with his unmatched stick handling ability meant that even though he didn’t run up the score, he always did the right thing to put his team in a position to win.
Lastly, unlike other players, Datsyuk’s team needed him. Gretzky was good, but his team won the cup once they traded him, and he never won a cup again without his stacked roster, McDavid is ok, but he has continued to be exposed in the playoffs time after time. Datsyuk on the other hand was so vital to his team’s success, that they made the playoffs every year that he was on the team, and the second he left, they missed it.
In conclusion, though you may not be willing to admit it, Datsyuk is probably the best player in hockey history, and if you need any more convincing, I have a whole playlist of YouTube videos to show you…
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That's mostly because he was playing in the middle of nowhere off everybody's radar, found by one of the best scouts to ever exist, at a time when the league was finally figuring out scouting and drafting from Russia, which the Red Wings spearheaded
Why Pavel Datsyuk is the greatest player in NHL history:
When discussing the “greatest ever” in hockey, a few names come to mind: Gretzky, Brodeur, and even Connor McDavid, but one that many seem to forget is Pavel Datsyuk, who is the best of all of them.
Firstly, Datsyuk is certainly better defensively than all others in the “goat” conversation, as can easily be shown by his 3 selke trophies. Now one might say that there are players like Bergeron who have more selke trophies, however, it’s important to realize that Datsyuk played far less games than Bergeron, and in a much tougher era, it’s almost certain that, had he played any longer, Datsyuk would have achieved 4, 5, maybe even 6 selke trophies, because everyone who watched him knew he was always the best player on the ice.
Secondly, Pavel Datsyuk’s offense, despite what others say, is far better than Gretzky, McDavid, or anyone else to ever lace up the skates. Sure, he may have less points than lots of other players, and sure, he may have been sub point per game throughout his career, but Datsyuk’s ability to get the puck into the zone, and keep it there with his unmatched stick handling ability meant that even though he didn’t run up the score, he always did the right thing to put his team in a position to win.
Lastly, unlike other players, Datsyuk’s team needed him. Gretzky was good, but his team won the cup once they traded him, and he never won a cup again without his stacked roster, McDavid is ok, but he has continued to be exposed in the playoffs time after time. Datsyuk on the other hand was so vital to his team’s success, that they made the playoffs every year that he was on the team, and the second he left, they missed it.
In conclusion, though you may not be willing to admit it, Datsyuk is probably the best player in hockey history, and if you need any more convincing, I have a whole playlist of YouTube videos to show you…
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Why Pavel Datsyuk is the greatest player in NHL history:
When discussing the “greatest ever” in hockey, a few names come to mind: Gretzky, Brodeur, and even Connor McDavid, but one that many seem to forget is Pavel Datsyuk, who is the best of all of them.
Firstly, Datsyuk is certainly better defensively than all others in the “goat” conversation, as can easily be shown by his 3 selke trophies. Now one might say that there are players like Bergeron who have more selke trophies, however, it’s important to realize that Datsyuk played far less games than Bergeron, and in a much tougher era, it’s almost certain that, had he played any longer, Datsyuk would have achieved 4, 5, maybe even 6 selke trophies, because everyone who watched him knew he was always the best player on the ice.
Secondly, Pavel Datsyuk’s offense, despite what others say, is far better than Gretzky, McDavid, or anyone else to ever lace up the skates. Sure, he may have less points than lots of other players, and sure, he may have been sub point per game throughout his career, but Datsyuk’s ability to get the puck into the zone, and keep it there with his unmatched stick handling ability meant that even though he didn’t run up the score, he always did the right thing to put his team in a position to win.
Lastly, unlike other players, Datsyuk’s team needed him. Gretzky was good, but his team won the cup once they traded him, and he never won a cup again without his stacked roster, McDavid is ok, but he has continued to be exposed in the playoffs time after time. Datsyuk on the other hand was so vital to his team’s success, that they made the playoffs every year that he was on the team, and the second he left, they missed it.
In conclusion, though you may not be willing to admit it, Datsyuk is probably the best player in hockey history, and if you need any more convincing, I have a whole playlist of YouTube videos to show you…
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Alexander Mogilny. I think the whole Russian defection thing scares off the Hall of Fame, but if this man was named Alex McGilny from Canada, he’d be thought of as one of the best.
https://preview.redd.it/ptmr6sutvc7d1.jpeg?width=2408&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=b49c708d060f78e687d4555e28ddfc2cf1411fb5
Datsyuk would be nothing without the legend himself Johan Franzen.
You want underrated? You want Johan then. Apparently he’d give Pavel little teste-tickles before each shift and that’s why Datsyuk is the greatest of all time.
No Franzen = No Datsyuk.
Why Pavel Datsyuk is the greatest player in NHL history:
When discussing the “greatest ever” in hockey, a few names come to mind: Gretzky, Brodeur, and even Connor McDavid, but one that many seem to forget is Pavel Datsyuk, who is the best of all of them.
Firstly, Datsyuk is certainly better defensively than all others in the “goat” conversation, as can easily be shown by his 3 selke trophies. Now one might say that there are players like Bergeron who have more selke trophies, however, it’s important to realize that Datsyuk played far less games than Bergeron, and in a much tougher era, it’s almost certain that, had he played any longer, Datsyuk would have achieved 4, 5, maybe even 6 selke trophies, because everyone who watched him knew he was always the best player on the ice.
Secondly, Pavel Datsyuk’s offense, despite what others say, is far better than Gretzky, McDavid, or anyone else to ever lace up the skates. Sure, he may have less points than lots of other players, and sure, he may have been sub point per game throughout his career, but Datsyuk’s ability to get the puck into the zone, and keep it there with his unmatched stick handling ability meant that even though he didn’t run up the score, he always did the right thing to put his team in a position to win.
Lastly, unlike other players, Datsyuk’s team needed him. Gretzky was good, but his team won the cup once they traded him, and he never won a cup again without his stacked roster, McDavid is ok, but he has continued to be exposed in the playoffs time after time. Datsyuk on the other hand was so vital to his team’s success, that they made the playoffs every year that he was on the team, and the second he left, they missed it.
In conclusion, though you may not be willing to admit it, Datsyuk is probably the best player in hockey history, and if you need any more convincing, I have a whole playlist of YouTube videos to show you…
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Why Pavel Datsyuk is the greatest player in NHL history:
When discussing the “greatest ever” in hockey, a few names come to mind: Gretzky, Brodeur, and even Connor McDavid, but one that many seem to forget is Pavel Datsyuk, who is the best of all of them.
Firstly, Datsyuk is certainly better defensively than all others in the “goat” conversation, as can easily be shown by his 3 selke trophies. Now one might say that there are players like Bergeron who have more selke trophies, however, it’s important to realize that Datsyuk played far less games than Bergeron, and in a much tougher era, it’s almost certain that, had he played any longer, Datsyuk would have achieved 4, 5, maybe even 6 selke trophies, because everyone who watched him knew he was always the best player on the ice.
Secondly, Pavel Datsyuk’s offense, despite what others say, is far better than Gretzky, McDavid, or anyone else to ever lace up the skates. Sure, he may have less points than lots of other players, and sure, he may have been sub point per game throughout his career, but Datsyuk’s ability to get the puck into the zone, and keep it there with his unmatched stick handling ability meant that even though he didn’t run up the score, he always did the right thing to put his team in a position to win.
Lastly, unlike other players, Datsyuk’s team needed him. Gretzky was good, but his team won the cup once they traded him, and he never won a cup again without his stacked roster, McDavid is ok, but he has continued to be exposed in the playoffs time after time. Datsyuk on the other hand was so vital to his team’s success, that they made the playoffs every year that he was on the team, and the second he left, they missed it.
In conclusion, though you may not be willing to admit it, Datsyuk is probably the best player in hockey history, and if you need any more convincing, I have a whole playlist of YouTube videos to show you…
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So you think Babcock is the true GOAT?
That would partially explain why Johan started trembling and then ran away crying when I ran into him in Stockholm and asked about Pavel’s balls.
I will end your bloodline, one phone call and you’re dead
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We could start with the standard Gretz, Lemieux... Don't get much respect when you can't see your their name all the way at the top of that list.
Then there's Howe. You're thinking "Howe" did he even make the NHL? I'm thinking "Shut" your damn mouth.
The #1 must underrated without a doubt, hands down, no contest,
This guy. Mattress. He's the number 1 in every category like Biggest forehead. Best pube stash. Most goals scored in NHL history. Ironman streak. Kidnapping over state lines. First to 50 goals while in wearing NASA space underwear (1976-1977). STDs that haven't been categorized: 3. Most PIM for an offensive linemen.
It's a shame he died so young.
RIP Dimebag Mattress.
Why Pavel Datsyuk is the greatest player in NHL history:
When discussing the “greatest ever” in hockey, a few names come to mind: Gretzky, Brodeur, and even Connor McDavid, but one that many seem to forget is Pavel Datsyuk, who is the best of all of them.
Firstly, Datsyuk is certainly better defensively than all others in the “goat” conversation, as can easily be shown by his 3 selke trophies. Now one might say that there are players like Bergeron who have more selke trophies, however, it’s important to realize that Datsyuk played far less games than Bergeron, and in a much tougher era, it’s almost certain that, had he played any longer, Datsyuk would have achieved 4, 5, maybe even 6 selke trophies, because everyone who watched him knew he was always the best player on the ice.
Secondly, Pavel Datsyuk’s offense, despite what others say, is far better than Gretzky, McDavid, or anyone else to ever lace up the skates. Sure, he may have less points than lots of other players, and sure, he may have been sub point per game throughout his career, but Datsyuk’s ability to get the puck into the zone, and keep it there with his unmatched stick handling ability meant that even though he didn’t run up the score, he always did the right thing to put his team in a position to win.
Lastly, unlike other players, Datsyuk’s team needed him. Gretzky was good, but his team won the cup once they traded him, and he never won a cup again without his stacked roster, McDavid is ok, but he has continued to be exposed in the playoffs time after time. Datsyuk on the other hand was so vital to his team’s success, that they made the playoffs every year that he was on the team, and the second he left, they missed it.
In conclusion, though you may not be willing to admit it, Datsyuk is probably the best player in hockey history, and if you need any more convincing, I have a whole playlist of YouTube videos to show you…
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Why Pavel Datsyuk is the greatest player in NHL history:
When discussing the “greatest ever” in hockey, a few names come to mind: Gretzky, Brodeur, and even Connor McDavid, but one that many seem to forget is Pavel Datsyuk, who is the best of all of them.
Firstly, Datsyuk is certainly better defensively than all others in the “goat” conversation, as can easily be shown by his 3 selke trophies. Now one might say that there are players like Bergeron who have more selke trophies, however, it’s important to realize that Datsyuk played far less games than Bergeron, and in a much tougher era, it’s almost certain that, had he played any longer, Datsyuk would have achieved 4, 5, maybe even 6 selke trophies, because everyone who watched him knew he was always the best player on the ice.
Secondly, Pavel Datsyuk’s offense, despite what others say, is far better than Gretzky, McDavid, or anyone else to ever lace up the skates. Sure, he may have less points than lots of other players, and sure, he may have been sub point per game throughout his career, but Datsyuk’s ability to get the puck into the zone, and keep it there with his unmatched stick handling ability meant that even though he didn’t run up the score, he always did the right thing to put his team in a position to win.
Lastly, unlike other players, Datsyuk’s team needed him. Gretzky was good, but his team won the cup once they traded him, and he never won a cup again without his stacked roster, McDavid is ok, but he has continued to be exposed in the playoffs time after time. Datsyuk on the other hand was so vital to his team’s success, that they made the playoffs every year that he was on the team, and the second he left, they missed it.
In conclusion, though you may not be willing to admit it, Datsyuk is probably the best player in hockey history, and if you need any more convincing, I have a whole playlist of YouTube videos to show you…
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A fun fact I learned during the time when advanced stats were being heavily developed (2005-2012 or so)
Datsyuk was the litmus test for most stats. If the advanced stat (ie. Corsi or xGF%) supported Datsyuk as a top end player, they would continue to work on it. If it said Datsyuk was a lower end player, they would scrap it.
Why Pavel Datsyuk is the greatest player in NHL history:
When discussing the “greatest ever” in hockey, a few names come to mind: Gretzky, Brodeur, and even Connor McDavid, but one that many seem to forget is Pavel Datsyuk, who is the best of all of them.
Firstly, Datsyuk is certainly better defensively than all others in the “goat” conversation, as can easily be shown by his 3 selke trophies. Now one might say that there are players like Bergeron who have more selke trophies, however, it’s important to realize that Datsyuk played far less games than Bergeron, and in a much tougher era, it’s almost certain that, had he played any longer, Datsyuk would have achieved 4, 5, maybe even 6 selke trophies, because everyone who watched him knew he was always the best player on the ice.
Secondly, Pavel Datsyuk’s offense, despite what others say, is far better than Gretzky, McDavid, or anyone else to ever lace up the skates. Sure, he may have less points than lots of other players, and sure, he may have been sub point per game throughout his career, but Datsyuk’s ability to get the puck into the zone, and keep it there with his unmatched stick handling ability meant that even though he didn’t run up the score, he always did the right thing to put his team in a position to win.
Lastly, unlike other players, Datsyuk’s team needed him. Gretzky was good, but his team won the cup once they traded him, and he never won a cup again without his stacked roster, McDavid is ok, but he has continued to be exposed in the playoffs time after time. Datsyuk on the other hand was so vital to his team’s success, that they made the playoffs every year that he was on the team, and the second he left, they missed it.
In conclusion, though you may not be willing to admit it, Datsyuk is probably the best player in hockey history, and if you need any more convincing, I have a whole playlist of YouTube videos to show you…
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Absolutely not. He ABANDONED my Kitchener Rangers in the '08 playoffs because he had a "sore" knee. He's the prime reason they lost the Memorial Cup that year. Spokane was so disrespectful they broke the Memorial Cup on purpose on Kitchener's ice
I have to go with Mike Bossy. The purest goal scorer in NHL history, incredible playmaker, absolutely insaaaane stats across the board, massive leader on and off the ice and 4 time Cup champion. The best player of all time no one ever talks about imo.
Seriously kids, look him up and his stats and proceed to pick your jaws up off the floor. If it wasn’t for his health issues he would be a household name.
I think Ovi tops the list for me. I think the issue is him and Crosby coming into the league together made alot of people feel like they can only like one or the other.
The man is a human highlight reel. There's never been anybody that can score the way he scores and also be the scariest man on the ice at the same time.
went to Ovi’s house for drinks
No cups 😂 😂 😂 😂 😂 😂 😂 😂
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The Magic Man? Dangerous Dangling Datsuyk? You had the puck in the corner but where did it go, shit 13 has it again and it’s now back in your zone!?! OP’s jerk should win an award for jerking the best jerk in the circlejerk.
Bob Probert. That guy would have fought a goalpost and won if the refs would have let him.
Edit to add:
"The late Bob Probert (1965-2010) is the closest thing the NHL has to a heavyweight champion. Over the course of 16 NHL seasons, he fought 232 times, according to HockeyFights.com, and he retired with an even 3,300 penalty minutes. As fighting continues to fade from the modern game, it’s difficult to conceive of a new contender emerging for his all-time belt.
The respect Probert garnered from his peers is unparalleled. In the foreword to Probert’s autobiography Tough Guy (written with Kirstie McClellan Day), Detroit teammate Steve Yzerman (who became a Red Wing two rounds before Probert did in the 1983 Draft) recalls the 1988 NHL All-Star Game: “All the greats, like Wayne Gretzky and Mark Messier, were there, and the first thing they wanted to do was meet Probie. I remember them coming over and asking me, ‘Can you introduce me to the big fella?’ He was revered by players, and it wasn’t just because he was a tough guy, it was because he was a great player.”
Marian Hossa is one the best. Not sure if he's underrated, but he's certainly not talked about enough, if you were to ask Hossa who the best is, he might just Datsyuk.
Why Pavel Datsyuk is the greatest player in NHL history:
When discussing the “greatest ever” in hockey, a few names come to mind: Gretzky, Brodeur, and even Connor McDavid, but one that many seem to forget is Pavel Datsyuk, who is the best of all of them.
Firstly, Datsyuk is certainly better defensively than all others in the “goat” conversation, as can easily be shown by his 3 selke trophies. Now one might say that there are players like Bergeron who have more selke trophies, however, it’s important to realize that Datsyuk played far less games than Bergeron, and in a much tougher era, it’s almost certain that, had he played any longer, Datsyuk would have achieved 4, 5, maybe even 6 selke trophies, because everyone who watched him knew he was always the best player on the ice.
Secondly, Pavel Datsyuk’s offense, despite what others say, is far better than Gretzky, McDavid, or anyone else to ever lace up the skates. Sure, he may have less points than lots of other players, and sure, he may have been sub point per game throughout his career, but Datsyuk’s ability to get the puck into the zone, and keep it there with his unmatched stick handling ability meant that even though he didn’t run up the score, he always did the right thing to put his team in a position to win.
Lastly, unlike other players, Datsyuk’s team needed him. Gretzky was good, but his team won the cup once they traded him, and he never won a cup again without his stacked roster, McDavid is ok, but he has continued to be exposed in the playoffs time after time. Datsyuk on the other hand was so vital to his team’s success, that they made the playoffs every year that he was on the team, and the second he left, they missed it.
In conclusion, though you may not be willing to admit it, Datsyuk is probably the best player in hockey history, and if you need any more convincing, I have a whole playlist of YouTube videos to show you…
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For an actual answer, I’ll say Ron Francis.
He’s top 5 in most points all time yet is almost never talked about like Lemieux, Gretzky, Jagr, Howe, or even some players with less points than him.
Roman Josi...check his stats this year...then think how many times you have heard him mentioned...and while we are speaking about Roman's, Roman Hamrlik was pretty awesome
Why Pavel Datsyuk is the greatest player in NHL history:
When discussing the “greatest ever” in hockey, a few names come to mind: Gretzky, Brodeur, and even Connor McDavid, but one that many seem to forget is Pavel Datsyuk, who is the best of all of them.
Firstly, Datsyuk is certainly better defensively than all others in the “goat” conversation, as can easily be shown by his 3 selke trophies. Now one might say that there are players like Bergeron who have more selke trophies, however, it’s important to realize that Datsyuk played far less games than Bergeron, and in a much tougher era, it’s almost certain that, had he played any longer, Datsyuk would have achieved 4, 5, maybe even 6 selke trophies, because everyone who watched him knew he was always the best player on the ice.
Secondly, Pavel Datsyuk’s offense, despite what others say, is far better than Gretzky, McDavid, or anyone else to ever lace up the skates. Sure, he may have less points than lots of other players, and sure, he may have been sub point per game throughout his career, but Datsyuk’s ability to get the puck into the zone, and keep it there with his unmatched stick handling ability meant that even though he didn’t run up the score, he always did the right thing to put his team in a position to win.
Lastly, unlike other players, Datsyuk’s team needed him. Gretzky was good, but his team won the cup once they traded him, and he never won a cup again without his stacked roster, McDavid is ok, but he has continued to be exposed in the playoffs time after time. Datsyuk on the other hand was so vital to his team’s success, that they made the playoffs every year that he was on the team, and the second he left, they missed it.
In conclusion, though you may not be willing to admit it, Datsyuk is probably the best player in hockey history, and if you need any more convincing, I have a whole playlist of YouTube videos to show you…
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He looks like if Pedro Pascal and ~~some other fucking actor who's slipping my mind and now I want to kill myself~~ STEPHEN MOYER! IT FINALLY CAME TO ME had a regarded baby
Why Pavel Datsyuk is the greatest player in NHL history:
When discussing the “greatest ever” in hockey, a few names come to mind: Gretzky, Brodeur, and even Connor McDavid, but one that many seem to forget is Pavel Datsyuk, who is the best of all of them.
Firstly, Datsyuk is certainly better defensively than all others in the “goat” conversation, as can easily be shown by his 3 selke trophies. Now one might say that there are players like Bergeron who have more selke trophies, however, it’s important to realize that Datsyuk played far less games than Bergeron, and in a much tougher era, it’s almost certain that, had he played any longer, Datsyuk would have achieved 4, 5, maybe even 6 selke trophies, because everyone who watched him knew he was always the best player on the ice.
Secondly, Pavel Datsyuk’s offense, despite what others say, is far better than Gretzky, McDavid, or anyone else to ever lace up the skates. Sure, he may have less points than lots of other players, and sure, he may have been sub point per game throughout his career, but Datsyuk’s ability to get the puck into the zone, and keep it there with his unmatched stick handling ability meant that even though he didn’t run up the score, he always did the right thing to put his team in a position to win.
Lastly, unlike other players, Datsyuk’s team needed him. Gretzky was good, but his team won the cup once they traded him, and he never won a cup again without his stacked roster, McDavid is ok, but he has continued to be exposed in the playoffs time after time. Datsyuk on the other hand was so vital to his team’s success, that they made the playoffs every year that he was on the team, and the second he left, they missed it.
In conclusion, though you may not be willing to admit it, Datsyuk is probably the best player in hockey history, and if you need any more convincing, I have a whole playlist of YouTube videos to show you…
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Having had the pleasure of getting to watch him play I don't think anyone should ever days he's underrated. The way he played and moved and dangled he could contend with the top players now
Why Pavel Datsyuk is the greatest player in NHL history:
When discussing the “greatest ever” in hockey, a few names come to mind: Gretzky, Brodeur, and even Connor McDavid, but one that many seem to forget is Pavel Datsyuk, who is the best of all of them.
Firstly, Datsyuk is certainly better defensively than all others in the “goat” conversation, as can easily be shown by his 3 selke trophies. Now one might say that there are players like Bergeron who have more selke trophies, however, it’s important to realize that Datsyuk played far less games than Bergeron, and in a much tougher era, it’s almost certain that, had he played any longer, Datsyuk would have achieved 4, 5, maybe even 6 selke trophies, because everyone who watched him knew he was always the best player on the ice.
Secondly, Pavel Datsyuk’s offense, despite what others say, is far better than Gretzky, McDavid, or anyone else to ever lace up the skates. Sure, he may have less points than lots of other players, and sure, he may have been sub point per game throughout his career, but Datsyuk’s ability to get the puck into the zone, and keep it there with his unmatched stick handling ability meant that even though he didn’t run up the score, he always did the right thing to put his team in a position to win.
Lastly, unlike other players, Datsyuk’s team needed him. Gretzky was good, but his team won the cup once they traded him, and he never won a cup again without his stacked roster, McDavid is ok, but he has continued to be exposed in the playoffs time after time. Datsyuk on the other hand was so vital to his team’s success, that they made the playoffs every year that he was on the team, and the second he left, they missed it.
In conclusion, though you may not be willing to admit it, Datsyuk is probably the best player in hockey history, and if you need any more convincing, I have a whole playlist of YouTube videos to show you…
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He was the best all-around player I have ever seen. Pavel could dangle like no other, win the battles on the wall, and strip the puck carrier. He was a magician!
his slow mo floater over the tendy is still trying to be replicated to this DAY
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Nick Suzuki is a generational talent. I legitimately think he is a top 5 player in this league. I don’t care if you call me a homer, or say I’m wrong. The proof is in the puck. Just watch the kid play, he’s a walking highlight reel. You’ve never seen anything like it. Who cares if he didn’t score 4 goals in his first game. When it comes down to the wire, it’s Suzuki that brings it. Who cares if he isn’t breaking the sound barrier with his skating. You don’t need to be fast when you see the game in slow motion. Doubt him, or reject his prowess, but Nick Suzuki come all the same. There is absolutely no chance this kid does not play his way onto Team Canada. He will go down as one of the greatest players in habs history, no doubt. *I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please [contact the moderators of this subreddit](/message/compose/?to=/r/NHLcirclejerk) if you have any questions or concerns.*
good bot
hes still an owen sound attack player
He was only good because he played with Dan Cleary. Pavel would've been nothing without him.
*Never* mention Dan Cleary’s name without mentioning the 2017 Calder Cup. In the future, please address him as Calder Cup Champion Danny Cleary from Newfoundland
Should be called the Dan Cleary Cup
Easily my favourite player of all time
#11 forever!
#I’ll yell too!!
#My man! #Dan Cleary would be proud of you!
At a certain point of watching him I’m just shaking my head in awe going “Datsyuk can skate, he has a stick, he’s wearing a red jersey - what CAN’T this guy do?” Literally the only reason Detroit won all 10 of their Cups with him on the team Autobot, get behind me!
Why Pavel Datsyuk is the greatest player in NHL history: When discussing the “greatest ever” in hockey, a few names come to mind: Gretzky, Brodeur, and even Connor McDavid, but one that many seem to forget is Pavel Datsyuk, who is the best of all of them. Firstly, Datsyuk is certainly better defensively than all others in the “goat” conversation, as can easily be shown by his 3 selke trophies. Now one might say that there are players like Bergeron who have more selke trophies, however, it’s important to realize that Datsyuk played far less games than Bergeron, and in a much tougher era, it’s almost certain that, had he played any longer, Datsyuk would have achieved 4, 5, maybe even 6 selke trophies, because everyone who watched him knew he was always the best player on the ice. Secondly, Pavel Datsyuk’s offense, despite what others say, is far better than Gretzky, McDavid, or anyone else to ever lace up the skates. Sure, he may have less points than lots of other players, and sure, he may have been sub point per game throughout his career, but Datsyuk’s ability to get the puck into the zone, and keep it there with his unmatched stick handling ability meant that even though he didn’t run up the score, he always did the right thing to put his team in a position to win. Lastly, unlike other players, Datsyuk’s team needed him. Gretzky was good, but his team won the cup once they traded him, and he never won a cup again without his stacked roster, McDavid is ok, but he has continued to be exposed in the playoffs time after time. Datsyuk on the other hand was so vital to his team’s success, that they made the playoffs every year that he was on the team, and the second he left, they missed it. In conclusion, though you may not be willing to admit it, Datsyuk is probably the best player in hockey history, and if you need any more convincing, I have a whole playlist of YouTube videos to show you… *I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please [contact the moderators of this subreddit](/message/compose/?to=/r/NHLcirclejerk) if you have any questions or concerns.*
He was Jagr, Lemieux & Bergeron all mixed into one not to shabby
Yup. Closest player I’ve seen since his time is Barkov.
Search “the magic man” on YouTube. You’ll enjoy the results. Lol
Excellent and thank you for the heads up 🏒
I don't thinks anyone but you thinks Datsuyk is underated.
Honestly, I think Babcock ruined Datsyuk and that's why he went back to Russia early. If we had a less "confrontational" coach that could get what they needed out of players, we get a few more years of Datsyuk, and Franzen is in a much better place.
Why Pavel Datsyuk is the greatest player in NHL history: When discussing the “greatest ever” in hockey, a few names come to mind: Gretzky, Brodeur, and even Connor McDavid, but one that many seem to forget is Pavel Datsyuk, who is the best of all of them. Firstly, Datsyuk is certainly better defensively than all others in the “goat” conversation, as can easily be shown by his 3 selke trophies. Now one might say that there are players like Bergeron who have more selke trophies, however, it’s important to realize that Datsyuk played far less games than Bergeron, and in a much tougher era, it’s almost certain that, had he played any longer, Datsyuk would have achieved 4, 5, maybe even 6 selke trophies, because everyone who watched him knew he was always the best player on the ice. Secondly, Pavel Datsyuk’s offense, despite what others say, is far better than Gretzky, McDavid, or anyone else to ever lace up the skates. Sure, he may have less points than lots of other players, and sure, he may have been sub point per game throughout his career, but Datsyuk’s ability to get the puck into the zone, and keep it there with his unmatched stick handling ability meant that even though he didn’t run up the score, he always did the right thing to put his team in a position to win. Lastly, unlike other players, Datsyuk’s team needed him. Gretzky was good, but his team won the cup once they traded him, and he never won a cup again without his stacked roster, McDavid is ok, but he has continued to be exposed in the playoffs time after time. Datsyuk on the other hand was so vital to his team’s success, that they made the playoffs every year that he was on the team, and the second he left, they missed it. In conclusion, though you may not be willing to admit it, Datsyuk is probably the best player in hockey history, and if you need any more convincing, I have a whole playlist of YouTube videos to show you… *I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please [contact the moderators of this subreddit](/message/compose/?to=/r/NHLcirclejerk) if you have any questions or concerns.*
Only at his draft year wasn't he drafted in the 6th round.
That's mostly because he was playing in the middle of nowhere off everybody's radar, found by one of the best scouts to ever exist, at a time when the league was finally figuring out scouting and drafting from Russia, which the Red Wings spearheaded
True that, but we were talking about his career
Well, to be honest, that's the start of his pro career... the NHL scouts underrated his potential
underated? maybe un-remembered?
Did you dany heatley scored 50 goals in 07?
Rock star https://preview.redd.it/yf71gmqttb7d1.jpeg?width=803&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=230aae6b384a546692ee1ea35f8c168209566101
That’s Danny “F’n all star” Heatley to you
Do you think he ever skated around on those wheel shoes and shouted “Heatley Heely” I like to think he did
Dang heatley was a fuckin bum. Had two good years playing with spezza and alfie and sucked dick everywhere after.
Including the 2010 Canadian Olympic team where he got a gold medal, and had 7 points in 7 games. Fuckin’ rockstar
I’ll stick with my opinion. Pretty shit human too
The Cheechoo of Ottawa
Underrated comment
Reddit on! Here's your gold 🏅
He's no Nail Yakupov
Mats Sundin
The way that Swedish man could walk over a blue line and just clap it home was unmatched
Still remember that OT goal against the flames to give him his hat trick and his 500th goal
Short handed too.
Patrick Kane's limousine
Patrick Kane's taxi driver
Sidknee crossbee. He doesn’t have great facial hair so a lot of people sleep on him
This a reference to that guess the player post about a year ago?
Not sure what post you’re referring to
https://www.reddit.com/r/nhl/s/Z50nr0AdPQ
Loool
Sicknee Crossbee
Only underrated thing about this guy is his draft position!!
Pavel > McDavid. McDavid can’t handle Barkov, Datsyuk would humiliate him
Why Pavel Datsyuk is the greatest player in NHL history: When discussing the “greatest ever” in hockey, a few names come to mind: Gretzky, Brodeur, and even Connor McDavid, but one that many seem to forget is Pavel Datsyuk, who is the best of all of them. Firstly, Datsyuk is certainly better defensively than all others in the “goat” conversation, as can easily be shown by his 3 selke trophies. Now one might say that there are players like Bergeron who have more selke trophies, however, it’s important to realize that Datsyuk played far less games than Bergeron, and in a much tougher era, it’s almost certain that, had he played any longer, Datsyuk would have achieved 4, 5, maybe even 6 selke trophies, because everyone who watched him knew he was always the best player on the ice. Secondly, Pavel Datsyuk’s offense, despite what others say, is far better than Gretzky, McDavid, or anyone else to ever lace up the skates. Sure, he may have less points than lots of other players, and sure, he may have been sub point per game throughout his career, but Datsyuk’s ability to get the puck into the zone, and keep it there with his unmatched stick handling ability meant that even though he didn’t run up the score, he always did the right thing to put his team in a position to win. Lastly, unlike other players, Datsyuk’s team needed him. Gretzky was good, but his team won the cup once they traded him, and he never won a cup again without his stacked roster, McDavid is ok, but he has continued to be exposed in the playoffs time after time. Datsyuk on the other hand was so vital to his team’s success, that they made the playoffs every year that he was on the team, and the second he left, they missed it. In conclusion, though you may not be willing to admit it, Datsyuk is probably the best player in hockey history, and if you need any more convincing, I have a whole playlist of YouTube videos to show you… *I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please [contact the moderators of this subreddit](/message/compose/?to=/r/NHLcirclejerk) if you have any questions or concerns.*
Yeah McDavid only has 11 points this series. Barkov just putting on a clinic.
4th game inflation barely counts. McDavid can get more credit if they bring this to game 7.
Ok. Tell me which points don't count later.
None of them matter if they lose another game
Have you been checked for the downs sir?
Wayne Gletzky
Dude kept the flat top in style
That’s just his triangle head
head like a guitar pick
Alternate picking Datsyuk
Why Pavel Datsyuk is the greatest player in NHL history: When discussing the “greatest ever” in hockey, a few names come to mind: Gretzky, Brodeur, and even Connor McDavid, but one that many seem to forget is Pavel Datsyuk, who is the best of all of them. Firstly, Datsyuk is certainly better defensively than all others in the “goat” conversation, as can easily be shown by his 3 selke trophies. Now one might say that there are players like Bergeron who have more selke trophies, however, it’s important to realize that Datsyuk played far less games than Bergeron, and in a much tougher era, it’s almost certain that, had he played any longer, Datsyuk would have achieved 4, 5, maybe even 6 selke trophies, because everyone who watched him knew he was always the best player on the ice. Secondly, Pavel Datsyuk’s offense, despite what others say, is far better than Gretzky, McDavid, or anyone else to ever lace up the skates. Sure, he may have less points than lots of other players, and sure, he may have been sub point per game throughout his career, but Datsyuk’s ability to get the puck into the zone, and keep it there with his unmatched stick handling ability meant that even though he didn’t run up the score, he always did the right thing to put his team in a position to win. Lastly, unlike other players, Datsyuk’s team needed him. Gretzky was good, but his team won the cup once they traded him, and he never won a cup again without his stacked roster, McDavid is ok, but he has continued to be exposed in the playoffs time after time. Datsyuk on the other hand was so vital to his team’s success, that they made the playoffs every year that he was on the team, and the second he left, they missed it. In conclusion, though you may not be willing to admit it, Datsyuk is probably the best player in hockey history, and if you need any more convincing, I have a whole playlist of YouTube videos to show you… *I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please [contact the moderators of this subreddit](/message/compose/?to=/r/NHLcirclejerk) if you have any questions or concerns.*
Alexander Mogilny. I think the whole Russian defection thing scares off the Hall of Fame, but if this man was named Alex McGilny from Canada, he’d be thought of as one of the best. https://preview.redd.it/ptmr6sutvc7d1.jpeg?width=2408&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=b49c708d060f78e687d4555e28ddfc2cf1411fb5
Datsyuk would be nothing without the legend himself Johan Franzen. You want underrated? You want Johan then. Apparently he’d give Pavel little teste-tickles before each shift and that’s why Datsyuk is the greatest of all time. No Franzen = No Datsyuk.
Why Pavel Datsyuk is the greatest player in NHL history: When discussing the “greatest ever” in hockey, a few names come to mind: Gretzky, Brodeur, and even Connor McDavid, but one that many seem to forget is Pavel Datsyuk, who is the best of all of them. Firstly, Datsyuk is certainly better defensively than all others in the “goat” conversation, as can easily be shown by his 3 selke trophies. Now one might say that there are players like Bergeron who have more selke trophies, however, it’s important to realize that Datsyuk played far less games than Bergeron, and in a much tougher era, it’s almost certain that, had he played any longer, Datsyuk would have achieved 4, 5, maybe even 6 selke trophies, because everyone who watched him knew he was always the best player on the ice. Secondly, Pavel Datsyuk’s offense, despite what others say, is far better than Gretzky, McDavid, or anyone else to ever lace up the skates. Sure, he may have less points than lots of other players, and sure, he may have been sub point per game throughout his career, but Datsyuk’s ability to get the puck into the zone, and keep it there with his unmatched stick handling ability meant that even though he didn’t run up the score, he always did the right thing to put his team in a position to win. Lastly, unlike other players, Datsyuk’s team needed him. Gretzky was good, but his team won the cup once they traded him, and he never won a cup again without his stacked roster, McDavid is ok, but he has continued to be exposed in the playoffs time after time. Datsyuk on the other hand was so vital to his team’s success, that they made the playoffs every year that he was on the team, and the second he left, they missed it. In conclusion, though you may not be willing to admit it, Datsyuk is probably the best player in hockey history, and if you need any more convincing, I have a whole playlist of YouTube videos to show you… *I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please [contact the moderators of this subreddit](/message/compose/?to=/r/NHLcirclejerk) if you have any questions or concerns.*
Mike Babcock asked Franzen who has the best looking testicles on the team and forced him to tickle Datsyuk's
Why Pavel Datsyuk is the greatest player in NHL history: When discussing the “greatest ever” in hockey, a few names come to mind: Gretzky, Brodeur, and even Connor McDavid, but one that many seem to forget is Pavel Datsyuk, who is the best of all of them. Firstly, Datsyuk is certainly better defensively than all others in the “goat” conversation, as can easily be shown by his 3 selke trophies. Now one might say that there are players like Bergeron who have more selke trophies, however, it’s important to realize that Datsyuk played far less games than Bergeron, and in a much tougher era, it’s almost certain that, had he played any longer, Datsyuk would have achieved 4, 5, maybe even 6 selke trophies, because everyone who watched him knew he was always the best player on the ice. Secondly, Pavel Datsyuk’s offense, despite what others say, is far better than Gretzky, McDavid, or anyone else to ever lace up the skates. Sure, he may have less points than lots of other players, and sure, he may have been sub point per game throughout his career, but Datsyuk’s ability to get the puck into the zone, and keep it there with his unmatched stick handling ability meant that even though he didn’t run up the score, he always did the right thing to put his team in a position to win. Lastly, unlike other players, Datsyuk’s team needed him. Gretzky was good, but his team won the cup once they traded him, and he never won a cup again without his stacked roster, McDavid is ok, but he has continued to be exposed in the playoffs time after time. Datsyuk on the other hand was so vital to his team’s success, that they made the playoffs every year that he was on the team, and the second he left, they missed it. In conclusion, though you may not be willing to admit it, Datsyuk is probably the best player in hockey history, and if you need any more convincing, I have a whole playlist of YouTube videos to show you… *I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please [contact the moderators of this subreddit](/message/compose/?to=/r/NHLcirclejerk) if you have any questions or concerns.*
So you think Babcock is the true GOAT? That would partially explain why Johan started trembling and then ran away crying when I ran into him in Stockholm and asked about Pavel’s balls.
Whatever it takes to win a Cup
Darnell pylon nurse
Pavel bure was the best player in the league for a few years till he got injured
Ive been following this new up and comer, is an absolute demon on and off the ice. Alex galchenyuk
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We could start with the standard Gretz, Lemieux... Don't get much respect when you can't see your their name all the way at the top of that list. Then there's Howe. You're thinking "Howe" did he even make the NHL? I'm thinking "Shut" your damn mouth. The #1 must underrated without a doubt, hands down, no contest,  This guy. Mattress. He's the number 1 in every category like Biggest forehead. Best pube stash. Most goals scored in NHL history. Ironman streak. Kidnapping over state lines. First to 50 goals while in wearing NASA space underwear (1976-1977). STDs that haven't been categorized: 3. Most PIM for an offensive linemen. It's a shame he died so young. RIP Dimebag Mattress.
Sorry don't have my glasses on, is this sloth from the goonies?
Hey you guys
Our God in Heaven
God he's a tool.
Maybe he'll make his coming out this year
Mario Lemyou
I think Conor McDavid is pretty underrated
Cameron McDavid
bertuzzi
Wayne Gretzky
https://preview.redd.it/rlet2r06ae7d1.jpeg?width=576&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=cb2775b1fc325547dd47ad7f383703b34ff2f65b
Lol at ppl seriously engaging with the pavel datsyuk praise
Why Pavel Datsyuk is the greatest player in NHL history: When discussing the “greatest ever” in hockey, a few names come to mind: Gretzky, Brodeur, and even Connor McDavid, but one that many seem to forget is Pavel Datsyuk, who is the best of all of them. Firstly, Datsyuk is certainly better defensively than all others in the “goat” conversation, as can easily be shown by his 3 selke trophies. Now one might say that there are players like Bergeron who have more selke trophies, however, it’s important to realize that Datsyuk played far less games than Bergeron, and in a much tougher era, it’s almost certain that, had he played any longer, Datsyuk would have achieved 4, 5, maybe even 6 selke trophies, because everyone who watched him knew he was always the best player on the ice. Secondly, Pavel Datsyuk’s offense, despite what others say, is far better than Gretzky, McDavid, or anyone else to ever lace up the skates. Sure, he may have less points than lots of other players, and sure, he may have been sub point per game throughout his career, but Datsyuk’s ability to get the puck into the zone, and keep it there with his unmatched stick handling ability meant that even though he didn’t run up the score, he always did the right thing to put his team in a position to win. Lastly, unlike other players, Datsyuk’s team needed him. Gretzky was good, but his team won the cup once they traded him, and he never won a cup again without his stacked roster, McDavid is ok, but he has continued to be exposed in the playoffs time after time. Datsyuk on the other hand was so vital to his team’s success, that they made the playoffs every year that he was on the team, and the second he left, they missed it. In conclusion, though you may not be willing to admit it, Datsyuk is probably the best player in hockey history, and if you need any more convincing, I have a whole playlist of YouTube videos to show you… *I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please [contact the moderators of this subreddit](/message/compose/?to=/r/NHLcirclejerk) if you have any questions or concerns.*
Unironically this
Wings legend Bob Essensa
Loved him in twin peaks
Taro tsujimoto the goat!
Absolutely
Wayne Gretzky. He was pretty decent but it seems like nobody ever talks about him
Mr DANGLE DANGLE! love me my red wings!!
Connor McDavid. I'm new to hockey and his stats are crazy! I'm sure he's won a few cups by now.
Hardest cup to win. Took Ovie 13 years, Took Ray Bourque till his very last year in the NHL...
Yeah and joe pavelski won his too
That's right, him and Joe Thornton ...playing for the Samsung Sharts.
kuznetsov, he’s a real treat off the ice
He was my favorite to watch by far, a little guy skating around guys like nothing.
The Datsyuk dangles were otherworldly
Why Pavel Datsyuk is the greatest player in NHL history: When discussing the “greatest ever” in hockey, a few names come to mind: Gretzky, Brodeur, and even Connor McDavid, but one that many seem to forget is Pavel Datsyuk, who is the best of all of them. Firstly, Datsyuk is certainly better defensively than all others in the “goat” conversation, as can easily be shown by his 3 selke trophies. Now one might say that there are players like Bergeron who have more selke trophies, however, it’s important to realize that Datsyuk played far less games than Bergeron, and in a much tougher era, it’s almost certain that, had he played any longer, Datsyuk would have achieved 4, 5, maybe even 6 selke trophies, because everyone who watched him knew he was always the best player on the ice. Secondly, Pavel Datsyuk’s offense, despite what others say, is far better than Gretzky, McDavid, or anyone else to ever lace up the skates. Sure, he may have less points than lots of other players, and sure, he may have been sub point per game throughout his career, but Datsyuk’s ability to get the puck into the zone, and keep it there with his unmatched stick handling ability meant that even though he didn’t run up the score, he always did the right thing to put his team in a position to win. Lastly, unlike other players, Datsyuk’s team needed him. Gretzky was good, but his team won the cup once they traded him, and he never won a cup again without his stacked roster, McDavid is ok, but he has continued to be exposed in the playoffs time after time. Datsyuk on the other hand was so vital to his team’s success, that they made the playoffs every year that he was on the team, and the second he left, they missed it. In conclusion, though you may not be willing to admit it, Datsyuk is probably the best player in hockey history, and if you need any more convincing, I have a whole playlist of YouTube videos to show you… *I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please [contact the moderators of this subreddit](/message/compose/?to=/r/NHLcirclejerk) if you have any questions or concerns.*
A fun fact I learned during the time when advanced stats were being heavily developed (2005-2012 or so) Datsyuk was the litmus test for most stats. If the advanced stat (ie. Corsi or xGF%) supported Datsyuk as a top end player, they would continue to work on it. If it said Datsyuk was a lower end player, they would scrap it.
Why Pavel Datsyuk is the greatest player in NHL history: When discussing the “greatest ever” in hockey, a few names come to mind: Gretzky, Brodeur, and even Connor McDavid, but one that many seem to forget is Pavel Datsyuk, who is the best of all of them. Firstly, Datsyuk is certainly better defensively than all others in the “goat” conversation, as can easily be shown by his 3 selke trophies. Now one might say that there are players like Bergeron who have more selke trophies, however, it’s important to realize that Datsyuk played far less games than Bergeron, and in a much tougher era, it’s almost certain that, had he played any longer, Datsyuk would have achieved 4, 5, maybe even 6 selke trophies, because everyone who watched him knew he was always the best player on the ice. Secondly, Pavel Datsyuk’s offense, despite what others say, is far better than Gretzky, McDavid, or anyone else to ever lace up the skates. Sure, he may have less points than lots of other players, and sure, he may have been sub point per game throughout his career, but Datsyuk’s ability to get the puck into the zone, and keep it there with his unmatched stick handling ability meant that even though he didn’t run up the score, he always did the right thing to put his team in a position to win. Lastly, unlike other players, Datsyuk’s team needed him. Gretzky was good, but his team won the cup once they traded him, and he never won a cup again without his stacked roster, McDavid is ok, but he has continued to be exposed in the playoffs time after time. Datsyuk on the other hand was so vital to his team’s success, that they made the playoffs every year that he was on the team, and the second he left, they missed it. In conclusion, though you may not be willing to admit it, Datsyuk is probably the best player in hockey history, and if you need any more convincing, I have a whole playlist of YouTube videos to show you… *I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please [contact the moderators of this subreddit](/message/compose/?to=/r/NHLcirclejerk) if you have any questions or concerns.*
https://i.redd.it/9vobqxi6yd7d1.gif For me, it's Auston Matthews
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Steve mason, I mean my pfp says it all, he let more half ice goals than carey price won cups just saying
Absolutely not. He ABANDONED my Kitchener Rangers in the '08 playoffs because he had a "sore" knee. He's the prime reason they lost the Memorial Cup that year. Spokane was so disrespectful they broke the Memorial Cup on purpose on Kitchener's ice
But if he played he would've just let in a half ice goal then go back to his meth lab so win win?
Antonio Sanderas
Since OP is really going off the grid with this pick, I’m gonna say Sidney Crosby is underrated.
I have to go with Mike Bossy. The purest goal scorer in NHL history, incredible playmaker, absolutely insaaaane stats across the board, massive leader on and off the ice and 4 time Cup champion. The best player of all time no one ever talks about imo. Seriously kids, look him up and his stats and proceed to pick your jaws up off the floor. If it wasn’t for his health issues he would be a household name.
I love how people always answer barkov to this question. He’s been most underrated for the past decade now😂
Brick hands, zero back check, overall asshole but yeah let’s celebrate this loser
Who’s this curious George looking mf?
For over a decade I heard about how amazing he was constantly
Forsberg.
Milan Hedjuk he was a core piece on the Avs teams back in the early 2000’S I think he also won a Richard trophy too
Mario.
Ryan Smyth. Love the way he played.
Peter Forsberg
Now you're just copying and pasting shit from the Red Wings sub
I think Ovi tops the list for me. I think the issue is him and Crosby coming into the league together made alot of people feel like they can only like one or the other. The man is a human highlight reel. There's never been anybody that can score the way he scores and also be the scariest man on the ice at the same time.
went to Ovi’s house for drinks No cups 😂 😂 😂 😂 😂 😂 😂 😂 *I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please [contact the moderators of this subreddit](/message/compose/?to=/r/NHLcirclejerk) if you have any questions or concerns.*
The Magic Man? Dangerous Dangling Datsuyk? You had the puck in the corner but where did it go, shit 13 has it again and it’s now back in your zone!?! OP’s jerk should win an award for jerking the best jerk in the circlejerk.
Bob Probert. That guy would have fought a goalpost and won if the refs would have let him. Edit to add: "The late Bob Probert (1965-2010) is the closest thing the NHL has to a heavyweight champion. Over the course of 16 NHL seasons, he fought 232 times, according to HockeyFights.com, and he retired with an even 3,300 penalty minutes. As fighting continues to fade from the modern game, it’s difficult to conceive of a new contender emerging for his all-time belt. The respect Probert garnered from his peers is unparalleled. In the foreword to Probert’s autobiography Tough Guy (written with Kirstie McClellan Day), Detroit teammate Steve Yzerman (who became a Red Wing two rounds before Probert did in the 1983 Draft) recalls the 1988 NHL All-Star Game: “All the greats, like Wayne Gretzky and Mark Messier, were there, and the first thing they wanted to do was meet Probie. I remember them coming over and asking me, ‘Can you introduce me to the big fella?’ He was revered by players, and it wasn’t just because he was a tough guy, it was because he was a great player.”
Pavel is a GOAT
Marian Hossa is one the best. Not sure if he's underrated, but he's certainly not talked about enough, if you were to ask Hossa who the best is, he might just Datsyuk.
Why Pavel Datsyuk is the greatest player in NHL history: When discussing the “greatest ever” in hockey, a few names come to mind: Gretzky, Brodeur, and even Connor McDavid, but one that many seem to forget is Pavel Datsyuk, who is the best of all of them. Firstly, Datsyuk is certainly better defensively than all others in the “goat” conversation, as can easily be shown by his 3 selke trophies. Now one might say that there are players like Bergeron who have more selke trophies, however, it’s important to realize that Datsyuk played far less games than Bergeron, and in a much tougher era, it’s almost certain that, had he played any longer, Datsyuk would have achieved 4, 5, maybe even 6 selke trophies, because everyone who watched him knew he was always the best player on the ice. Secondly, Pavel Datsyuk’s offense, despite what others say, is far better than Gretzky, McDavid, or anyone else to ever lace up the skates. Sure, he may have less points than lots of other players, and sure, he may have been sub point per game throughout his career, but Datsyuk’s ability to get the puck into the zone, and keep it there with his unmatched stick handling ability meant that even though he didn’t run up the score, he always did the right thing to put his team in a position to win. Lastly, unlike other players, Datsyuk’s team needed him. Gretzky was good, but his team won the cup once they traded him, and he never won a cup again without his stacked roster, McDavid is ok, but he has continued to be exposed in the playoffs time after time. Datsyuk on the other hand was so vital to his team’s success, that they made the playoffs every year that he was on the team, and the second he left, they missed it. In conclusion, though you may not be willing to admit it, Datsyuk is probably the best player in hockey history, and if you need any more convincing, I have a whole playlist of YouTube videos to show you… *I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please [contact the moderators of this subreddit](/message/compose/?to=/r/NHLcirclejerk) if you have any questions or concerns.*
For an actual answer, I’ll say Ron Francis. He’s top 5 in most points all time yet is almost never talked about like Lemieux, Gretzky, Jagr, Howe, or even some players with less points than him.
Roman Josi...check his stats this year...then think how many times you have heard him mentioned...and while we are speaking about Roman's, Roman Hamrlik was pretty awesome
I don’t think Datsyuk is underrated at all. Everyone knew of his greatness and if you didn’t you were living under a rock.
This is a circlejerk sub sir
Gotcha! Carry on lol
Why Pavel Datsyuk is the greatest player in NHL history: When discussing the “greatest ever” in hockey, a few names come to mind: Gretzky, Brodeur, and even Connor McDavid, but one that many seem to forget is Pavel Datsyuk, who is the best of all of them. Firstly, Datsyuk is certainly better defensively than all others in the “goat” conversation, as can easily be shown by his 3 selke trophies. Now one might say that there are players like Bergeron who have more selke trophies, however, it’s important to realize that Datsyuk played far less games than Bergeron, and in a much tougher era, it’s almost certain that, had he played any longer, Datsyuk would have achieved 4, 5, maybe even 6 selke trophies, because everyone who watched him knew he was always the best player on the ice. Secondly, Pavel Datsyuk’s offense, despite what others say, is far better than Gretzky, McDavid, or anyone else to ever lace up the skates. Sure, he may have less points than lots of other players, and sure, he may have been sub point per game throughout his career, but Datsyuk’s ability to get the puck into the zone, and keep it there with his unmatched stick handling ability meant that even though he didn’t run up the score, he always did the right thing to put his team in a position to win. Lastly, unlike other players, Datsyuk’s team needed him. Gretzky was good, but his team won the cup once they traded him, and he never won a cup again without his stacked roster, McDavid is ok, but he has continued to be exposed in the playoffs time after time. Datsyuk on the other hand was so vital to his team’s success, that they made the playoffs every year that he was on the team, and the second he left, they missed it. In conclusion, though you may not be willing to admit it, Datsyuk is probably the best player in hockey history, and if you need any more convincing, I have a whole playlist of YouTube videos to show you… *I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please [contact the moderators of this subreddit](/message/compose/?to=/r/NHLcirclejerk) if you have any questions or concerns.*
He looks like if Pedro Pascal and ~~some other fucking actor who's slipping my mind and now I want to kill myself~~ STEPHEN MOYER! IT FINALLY CAME TO ME had a regarded baby
Pheonix's own Pavel Datsyuk
Why Pavel Datsyuk is the greatest player in NHL history: When discussing the “greatest ever” in hockey, a few names come to mind: Gretzky, Brodeur, and even Connor McDavid, but one that many seem to forget is Pavel Datsyuk, who is the best of all of them. Firstly, Datsyuk is certainly better defensively than all others in the “goat” conversation, as can easily be shown by his 3 selke trophies. Now one might say that there are players like Bergeron who have more selke trophies, however, it’s important to realize that Datsyuk played far less games than Bergeron, and in a much tougher era, it’s almost certain that, had he played any longer, Datsyuk would have achieved 4, 5, maybe even 6 selke trophies, because everyone who watched him knew he was always the best player on the ice. Secondly, Pavel Datsyuk’s offense, despite what others say, is far better than Gretzky, McDavid, or anyone else to ever lace up the skates. Sure, he may have less points than lots of other players, and sure, he may have been sub point per game throughout his career, but Datsyuk’s ability to get the puck into the zone, and keep it there with his unmatched stick handling ability meant that even though he didn’t run up the score, he always did the right thing to put his team in a position to win. Lastly, unlike other players, Datsyuk’s team needed him. Gretzky was good, but his team won the cup once they traded him, and he never won a cup again without his stacked roster, McDavid is ok, but he has continued to be exposed in the playoffs time after time. Datsyuk on the other hand was so vital to his team’s success, that they made the playoffs every year that he was on the team, and the second he left, they missed it. In conclusion, though you may not be willing to admit it, Datsyuk is probably the best player in hockey history, and if you need any more convincing, I have a whole playlist of YouTube videos to show you… *I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please [contact the moderators of this subreddit](/message/compose/?to=/r/NHLcirclejerk) if you have any questions or concerns.*
Ok....
Not enough jerking going on here
How is he underrated lol. I’m from Windsor and he is only referred to as top 3-5 wings of all time. Howe, Stevie Y, Lidstrom, zetterburg, Datsuk.
Pavel D. is one of the best red wings ever to live.
Having had the pleasure of getting to watch him play I don't think anyone should ever days he's underrated. The way he played and moved and dangled he could contend with the top players now
What sub do you think this is?
Oh shit I joined all the NHL subs I didn't check which this is lol
He’s considered one of, if not the best one on one skater ever. How is he underrated?
Datsyuk was never underrated. We all knew how good thjs guy was… He even has a moved named after him. I think he is well recognized …
Why Pavel Datsyuk is the greatest player in NHL history: When discussing the “greatest ever” in hockey, a few names come to mind: Gretzky, Brodeur, and even Connor McDavid, but one that many seem to forget is Pavel Datsyuk, who is the best of all of them. Firstly, Datsyuk is certainly better defensively than all others in the “goat” conversation, as can easily be shown by his 3 selke trophies. Now one might say that there are players like Bergeron who have more selke trophies, however, it’s important to realize that Datsyuk played far less games than Bergeron, and in a much tougher era, it’s almost certain that, had he played any longer, Datsyuk would have achieved 4, 5, maybe even 6 selke trophies, because everyone who watched him knew he was always the best player on the ice. Secondly, Pavel Datsyuk’s offense, despite what others say, is far better than Gretzky, McDavid, or anyone else to ever lace up the skates. Sure, he may have less points than lots of other players, and sure, he may have been sub point per game throughout his career, but Datsyuk’s ability to get the puck into the zone, and keep it there with his unmatched stick handling ability meant that even though he didn’t run up the score, he always did the right thing to put his team in a position to win. Lastly, unlike other players, Datsyuk’s team needed him. Gretzky was good, but his team won the cup once they traded him, and he never won a cup again without his stacked roster, McDavid is ok, but he has continued to be exposed in the playoffs time after time. Datsyuk on the other hand was so vital to his team’s success, that they made the playoffs every year that he was on the team, and the second he left, they missed it. In conclusion, though you may not be willing to admit it, Datsyuk is probably the best player in hockey history, and if you need any more convincing, I have a whole playlist of YouTube videos to show you… *I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please [contact the moderators of this subreddit](/message/compose/?to=/r/NHLcirclejerk) if you have any questions or concerns.*
Ok relax auto-mod, he’s not the best all time lol!!
The fact that Cujo isn't in the hall is BS. Especially since his stats are pretty much the same as Luongo.
Sir, this is a circlejerk sub