Attention hockey fans! Get ready for debates.
The NHL Players` Association has released its annual player poll, offering an inside look at opinions within league circles.
In the 10th edition of the survey, players from all 32 teams answered 12 hockey-related questions. This year, 663 NHLPA members participated, sharing their insights on topics such as the best playmaker, desired PWHL rule changes for the NHL, and even best fashion sense.
The 2024-25 player poll also featured a fan-submitted question for the first time: “Who is the smartest overall player?”
Key Results from the NHLPA Player Poll:
Here`s a summary of the top choices in each category:
Best Overall Goalie?
Andrei Vasilevskiy, Tampa Bay Lightning (31.1% of votes)
Best Overall Forward?
Connor McDavid, Edmonton Oilers (73.9%)
Best Overall Defenceman?
Cale Makar, Colorado Avalanche (71.8%)
Most Complete Player?
Sidney Crosby, Pittsburgh Penguins (33.8%)
Best Playmaker?
Nikita Kucherov, Tampa Bay Lightning (48.25%)
Who to Pick for a Crucial Faceoff?
Sidney Crosby, Pittsburgh Penguins (20.4%)
Smartest Overall Player?
Sidney Crosby, Pittsburgh Penguins (27.0%)
Best Overall Skater?
Connor McDavid, Edmonton Oilers (66.4%)
Best Fashion Sense?
David Pastrnak, Boston Bruins (15.8%)
Good Broadcaster After Retirement?
Kevin Hayes, Pittsburgh Penguins (4.9%)
PWHL Rule for NHL?
Jailbreak goal (29.7%) (Minor penalty ends if shorthanded team scores)
Best NHL Arena Ice?
Bell Centre, Montreal Canadiens (45.0%)
For full results, click here.
Tristan Blackwood