Hockey is about to enter the playoffs, or the second season. Here are the top Hockey players right now. It is Conor McDavid and everyone else. Fans wonder if McDavid will ever win hockey’s biggest prize, the Stanley Cup. He came close last year. Though this is the case, the staying power of Penguin Sidney Crosby is impressive. A great hockey player can make the team much better, and that is the case for several of the players on this list. Do you think Conor McDavid will ever win the Stanley Cup?
5. Sydney Crosby (Pittsburgh Penguins)
The ageless wonder, Sydney Crosby, is at it again. He is not the greatest hockey player in the world anymore, but he is one of the best. He has cemented his legacy as one of the greatest hockey players of all time. Sidney Crosby has exceptional vision, hockey IQ and an incredible work ethic. His staying power is also very impressive. Fans doubt whether anyone above him on this list will have such staying power. Crosby has often been referred to as “the complete package.” Crosby’s exceptional playmaking abilities and two-way game have earned him respect from opponents and teammates alike. He has also played for the Pittsburgh Penguins for his entire career.
4. Cale Makar (Colorado Avalanche)
Cale Makar is the only defenseman in the top-five of current hockey players. Dynamic defensemen are highly coveted in this league. Makar’s offensive instincts and puck-moving abilities have made him stand out among the best. There is no question, he is the best offensive defenseman in the NHL. Makar has fluid skating and exceptional vision on the ice. He dictates play from the back end and creates scoring chances for his teammates with ease. Makar makes everyone around him better.
3. Leon Draisaitl (Edmonton Oilers)
A powerful offensive force in hockey, Draisaitl has size, hockey IQ and a lethal shot to make him one of the most dominant offensive talents in the NHL. Draisaitl can play both center and wing, providing his team with a unique advantage. Even at his size, his ability to create open space for his teammates and anticipate plays has solidified his place among the NHL elite, which is why he ranks third on this list.
2. Nathan McKinnon (Colorado Avalanche)
Nathan MacKinnon‘s explosive speed and playmaking have made him famous. He is also quite a competitor. MacKinnon forces opponents to adapt to his furious pace, and he is a wonderful player. He opens up space for his teammates. That earns his respect from his competitors. MacKinnon has an excellent shot and an innate ability to find openings in the ice. He has played for the Colorado Avalanche for his entire career.
1. Conor McDavid (Edmonton Oilers)
Undeniably one of the most electrifying players in the NHL today, and the world, Connor McDavid simply dominates games and makes those who play with him better, which is the mark of a great player. By challenging opponents with his fantastic skating, McDavid has been dubbed “the future of hockey” for good reason. His unparalleled skills have revolutionized hockey and thrilled fans.
Honorable Mentions
The gap between McDavid and McKinnon is larger than any of the other spots on the list. Spots 2 to 19 are grouped pretty tightly, so the honorable mention is useful. So, without further ado, here is the honorable mention list.
Austin Matthews (Tronto Maple Leafs), Nikita Kucherev (Tampa Bay Lightning); Quinn Hughes (Vancouver Canucks), Matthew Tkachuk (Montreal Canadians) and Mikko Rantanen (Colorado Avalanche).
Conclusion
The top-five hockey players currently are an interesting list. The gap between McDavid and everyone else is large. The rest of the players on the list and the second top 10 are grouped tightly as well. It was pretty difficult to rank 2-5 and the honorable mention.
