I always chuckle when people just brush over datsyuk as being an all time great. they attribute him to just being good and playing on great teams, The Hockey Guy does this and pretty much anyone who didn't play does this. But as someone who played their whole life, I've never seen a better player than datsyuk. Perfect in every aspect and is unlike anything we've ever seen or ever will see. There will never be another
Couldn't have said it better. Just going to point to this comment next time some rolls their eyes when I say Datsyuk is one of the greatest ever. Greatest stickhandler of all time too
perfectly said. I never understand when I listen to a hockey podcast how Pavel isnt spoken about more. He is the greatest player of all time from an overall standpoint, and I dont think theres even a comparison
is quite funny how any time the media or leauge has any say crosby is the best player in the world but any time the players have anything to say about it its always pavel datsyuk
Growing up a Wings fan, I've watched pavel's whole career. His stick handling is unbelievable, but if youdont see him often watch what he does WITHOUT the puck. Then you will see why the whole League knows he is better than Cindy Criesby.
I'd have to disagree with you on that. Datsyuk has a lot of highlight reel plays, but a lot other things he did went un-noticed by many because you actually have to watch the games to see them. His steals/takeaways from players, his defensive abilities, some unbelievable almost goal plays, and so much more. Crosby is a phenomenal player don't get me wrong, but for all around skill, intelligence, creativity, you name it, Datsyuk has that slight edge on him.
@@altqq1755 Nah I'm right. How many times did Datsyuk win the Lindsey, of which the PLAYERS vote who the best player in the league was? He never won one. Crosby has won multiple. Who has more Hart trophies: Datsyuk or Crosby? Crosby, Datsyuk never won a Hart either. Art Ross trophies? 0 for Datsyuk, multiple for Crosby. Who has the better point per game average over their career? Crosby crushes Datsyuk. How many Conn Smythe trophies does Datsyuk has as Playoff MVP? None, Crosby has 2 and is one of only 2 players in history to win them back to back years. Which of these two players have Bobby Orr, Mario Lemieux, and Wayne Gretzky called one of the best all time? Crosby. Yeah you're absolutely braindead if you think Datsyuk is better than Crosby considering the players didn't share that opinion either when you look at voting lmao
Who was smoking crack when they voted Crosby the best role model? One of the largest holes he has is people say he acts immature and despite being very talented does not behave like a leader.
Just because Bettman wants to promote his son the most (Crosby) because he's the "Canadian chosen one" the players still know who's really the best. Scoring the most points doesn't make you the best leader or player. Maybe the most offensively gifted. Stamkos, Ovechkin and Nash are some other players that score a ton but no one would argue they're the best complete players.
It's April 23rd, and as of right now, all the "underrated teams" at about 7:45 are still in the playoffs while the Canucks (the most overrated team) were eliminated first round. That's prophetic.
I always chuckle when people just brush over datsyuk as being an all time great. they attribute him to just being good and playing on great teams, The Hockey Guy does this and pretty much anyone who didn't play does this. But as someone who played their whole life, I've never seen a better player than datsyuk. Perfect in every aspect and is unlike anything we've ever seen or ever will see. There will never be another
amen. Datsyuk at his best > any player in the NHL today and i wouldn't think twice about it
agree with everything. Datsyuk is the best Hockey player of all time!
Couldn't have said it better. Just going to point to this comment next time some rolls their eyes when I say Datsyuk is one of the greatest ever. Greatest stickhandler of all time too
perfectly said. I never understand when I listen to a hockey podcast how Pavel isnt spoken about more. He is the greatest player of all time from an overall standpoint, and I dont think theres even a comparison
DATSYUK!!!!!!!!! best player in the world
is quite funny how any time the media or leauge has any say crosby is the best player in the world but any time the players have anything to say about it its always pavel datsyuk
Growing up a Wings fan, I've watched pavel's whole career. His stick handling is unbelievable, but if youdont see him often watch what he does WITHOUT the puck. Then you will see why the whole League knows he is better than Cindy Criesby.
you couldn't be more wrong
I'd have to disagree with you on that. Datsyuk has a lot of highlight reel plays, but a lot other things he did went un-noticed by many because you actually have to watch the games to see them. His steals/takeaways from players, his defensive abilities, some unbelievable almost goal plays, and so much more. Crosby is a phenomenal player don't get me wrong, but for all around skill, intelligence, creativity, you name it, Datsyuk has that slight edge on him.
It's not even a conversation we should be having, Cindy is arguably the most over rated player in NHL history
@@him8012 0 likes after 4 years. you’re wrong baud
@@altqq1755 Nah I'm right. How many times did Datsyuk win the Lindsey, of which the PLAYERS vote who the best player in the league was? He never won one. Crosby has won multiple. Who has more Hart trophies: Datsyuk or Crosby? Crosby, Datsyuk never won a Hart either. Art Ross trophies? 0 for Datsyuk, multiple for Crosby. Who has the better point per game average over their career? Crosby crushes Datsyuk. How many Conn Smythe trophies does Datsyuk has as Playoff MVP? None, Crosby has 2 and is one of only 2 players in history to win them back to back years. Which of these two players have Bobby Orr, Mario Lemieux, and Wayne Gretzky called one of the best all time? Crosby. Yeah you're absolutely braindead if you think Datsyuk is better than Crosby considering the players didn't share that opinion either when you look at voting lmao
Who was smoking crack when they voted Crosby the best role model? One of the largest holes he has is people say he acts immature and despite being very talented does not behave like a leader.
Proud to be a Red Wings fan
Amen
Just because Bettman wants to promote his son the most (Crosby) because he's the "Canadian chosen one" the players still know who's really the best. Scoring the most points doesn't make you the best leader or player. Maybe the most offensively gifted. Stamkos, Ovechkin and Nash are some other players that score a ton but no one would argue they're the best complete players.
rick fucking nash😂😂
Pavel Datsyuk Tribute :)
It's April 23rd, and as of right now, all the "underrated teams" at about 7:45 are still in the playoffs while the Canucks (the most overrated team) were eliminated first round. That's prophetic.
best player in the world no doubt...these are fellow players confirming, not some reporters or internet trolls
Cool to see Darren Helm getting some face time.
If he was on any other team is number would be in the rafters
Try again without the pixilation, WTF? Nauseating
I love this because at this time hnic and tsn hated detroit. So the players set them straight. Love it.
And three years later Jamie Benn wins the scoring race :) no longer underrated
Did something happen to the picture in the video?
Shawn Thorton should not be on the toughest player list anymore, Big John Scott demolished him and gave him a concussion.
Why is it so pixelated? Unwatchable. Too bad.
im surprised Quick wasnt in the goalie pole....i know this is before the playoffs but he has always been solid...better than Price at least id think
@ 5:57 LOOK AT THAT CLOWN ... Trying to feint at Datsyuk!! 😂🤡
THAT DUDE should get two for datsyuk NOT flinching!🤜🏻💥
What a joke that dude is.🙄🤨
haha Everybody does! Even hardcore Leafs fan love him!
Yeah like they would just forget about crosby? lol. Datsyuk all the way
dear anouncers, we dont dislike the canucks cause there "good" that why we dont like detroit.
Darren Helm is the fasted skater in the NHL not Gaborik.
pj stock is a duster