That goal that Alexander Ovechkin had last night against the Canadiens was outstanding and not just because he shot it from his side on the ice. He came directly from a line change and did a figure skater-esque pirouette around Canadiens Defenceman Roman Hamrlik. Then from there, skated down the ice only to get tripped up by Canadiens Forward Kyle Chipchura and skipping the goal right past Goaltender Carey Price...fantastic. Not only this but Ovechkin says this wasn't his most impressive goal. At first glance you may agree but let's reflect on the goal against the Phoenix Coyotes in January of 2006 shall we?
The man is incredible and not annoying like (in my friend's dads words) Cry Baby Crosby (Thanks Mr. Gordy). I agree with Ovechkin that the goal against the Coyotes was better. It was very reminiscent of the aftermath of the famous Bobby Orr flying goal photo.Definitely one for the ages, but Mr. Ovechkin last night's goal was pretty sick. Kudos.
he has made some great ones already but definitely does not compare to the Great One - maybe in 5 years but we'll see - I tend to disagree about Crosby, he's a gritty player and plays wiht lots of smarts and skill, especially for a young kid that was expected to do alot
ReplyDeleteYou're right about the comparisons to The Great One, you can't possibly match the two but about calling Crosby gritty? I couldn't think of a single player that could be less deserving of that adjective. Crosby is talented but gritty? Far from, I think that he is always looking for a call much like a point guard does in basketball, and that just doesn't earn my respect.
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