BeeRYCE 2 Report post Posted July 9, 2008 Steve Stamkos Kyle Turris Jonathan Toews The above are 3 names that have been compared to Steve Yzerman. All 3 of which, more or less, are projected to have similar careers as Stevie Y. All 3 are leaders, hard workers, and point getters. I realize there will probably never be another guy like Yzerman to play the game, but which of the 3 strikes you as the closest to compare to Yzerman once it's all said and done? My pick is Toews. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Dump-N-Thump Report post Posted July 9, 2008 Toews, I didn't even need to think about it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
irishtemper14+25 11 Report post Posted July 9, 2008 no one will ever be Yzerman, they might compare a player to him when he is being drafted but Stevie played through injuries that would keep these kids bed-ridden.....after what i saw stevie go through in 2002, being injured then gettin hurt while in the olympics, then coming back for the playoffs and leading the team in points even though after each game his knee had swelled up to the size of his head there will only be 1 Stevie Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Reds4Life 51 Report post Posted July 9, 2008 You mean elite two way player? None of the above showed that so far. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BeeRYCE 2 Report post Posted July 9, 2008 no one will ever be Yzerman, they might compare a player to him when he is being drafted but Stevie played through injuries that would keep these kids bed-ridden.....after what i saw stevie go through in 2002, being injured then gettin hurt while in the olympics, then coming back for the playoffs and leading the team in points even though after each game his knee had swelled up to the size of his head there will only be 1 Stevie Not that I don't agree with you, but you don't know how these player could play through these injuries. Stevie was unfortunate to have these injuries, but there are ALOT of players with the passion and determination to fight through it. Look at Gary Roberts... The guy gets injured all the time and comes back into action mucking it up in corners and playing his heart out, even at 42-43 years old. There will never be another Stevie in terms of heart, maybe never in terms of leadership, but in terms of being the face of a falling franchise and having the ability to turn it around with elite skill, solid play at both ends, leadership, and drive... There can be another player comparable to Stevie in the future. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zion 93 Report post Posted July 9, 2008 Way too early to say, but Toews is just sick. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DatsyukownzU13 1 Report post Posted July 9, 2008 Steve Stamkos Kyle Turris Jonathan Toews The above are 3 names that have been compared to Steve Yzerman. All 3 of which, more or less, are projected to have similar careers as Stevie Y. All 3 are leaders, hard workers, and point getters. I realize there will probably never be another guy like Yzerman to play the game, but which of the 3 strikes you as the closest to compare to Yzerman once it's all said and done? My pick is Toews. I agree... I thought of Toews the second I saw the thread title. Maybe Sam Gagner too? (I don't know too much about him thought) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
marcaractac 3,963 Report post Posted July 9, 2008 Toews for sure. There will never be another true Yzerman, but Toews will be the next best thing. Unlike Stamkos and Turris (who are also gonna be greats someday) Toews will become a captain at a very young age. Even though he is a Blackhawk he is quickly becoming one of my favorites. His two way game will come in time. Even Yzerman wasn't a two way forward early in his career. Either way, in a few years I'd imagine Toews will become one of the best leaders in hockey. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest EZBAKETHAGANGSTA Report post Posted July 9, 2008 If you ask 50% of this forum, VAL FILPPULA! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BeeRYCE 2 Report post Posted July 9, 2008 I agree... I thought of Toews the second I saw the thread title. Maybe Sam Gagner too? (I don't know too much about him thought) Gagner and Peter Mueller have also struck similarities to Stevie, but to way lesser extents. Toews for sure. There will never be another true Yzerman, but Toews will be the next best thing. Unlike Stamkos and Turris (who are also gonna be greats someday) Toews will become a captain at a very young age. Even though he is a Blackhawk he is quickly becoming one of my favorites. His two way game will come in time. Even Yzerman wasn't a two way forward early in his career. Either way, in a few years I'd imagine Toews will become one of the best leaders in hockey. Toews is a pretty good two way player at this point. Way better than Kane, anyway. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Detroit # 1 Fan 2,204 Report post Posted July 9, 2008 It'll be Stamkos. He's right handed like Stevie, he's a good leader, he can play defence, and he's got the boyish good looks Stevie had as a young lad Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BeeRYCE 2 Report post Posted July 9, 2008 It'll be Stamkos. He's right handed like Stevie, he's a good leader, he can play defence, and he's got the boyish good looks Stevie had as a young lad I'm not one to judge looks on males, but Stamkos really isn't that great looking. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WW91 0 Report post Posted July 9, 2008 You mean elite two way player? None of the above showed that so far. Neither did Yzerman early in his career. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
haroldsnepsts 4,826 Report post Posted July 9, 2008 I assumed this thread was about Zetterberg. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
glasgowcelticwing 18 Report post Posted July 9, 2008 I say Stamkos , but we'll just need to wait and see how this pans out . they all have so much potential. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
detroit4life 0 Report post Posted July 9, 2008 I compare debates like these, to when friends have babies. They always ask "Do you think he looks more like the mother or father??" It is a pointless question. The baby was just born, how the hell can you make a judgement like that? Wait 10 - 15 years and then ask. Same goes for sports atheletes. You can't judge rookies or sophomores based on a few years in the league. Give them 5+ years and then try again. But if I absolutely must choose for arguements sake. I will go out to left field here and say Tavares. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
YoungGuns1340 1 Report post Posted July 9, 2008 I assumed this thread was about Zetterberg. Haha yup I did too. Of the 3 the OP listed, I'd choose Toews as well. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LIDSTROM-YZERMAN4PRESIDENT 0 Report post Posted July 9, 2008 OF THE THREE MENTIONED I THINK TOEWS HAS THE MOST TALENT, AND POTENTIAL. I THINK HE WILL BE ABLE TO PLAY FAIRLY WELL BOTH WAYS AND HE HAS A LOT TO OFFER TO THE HAWKS. THERE WILL NEVER BE ANOTHER STEVIE Y AS LONG AS I LIVE. THERE'S JUST NO COMPARISON, NO ONE CAN DO IT LIKE HIM Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
10 Minute Misconduct 104 Report post Posted July 9, 2008 You mean elite two way player? None of the above showed that so far. Have you ever watched Stamkos play? No offense, but i'm not sure how many OHL games their showing in the Czech Republic. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
marcaractac 3,963 Report post Posted July 9, 2008 OF THE THREE MENTIONED I THINK TOEWS HAS THE MOST TALENT, AND POTENTIAL. I THINK HE WILL BE ABLE TO PLAY FAIRLY WELL BOTH WAYS AND HE HAS A LOT TO OFFER TO THE HAWKS. THERE WILL NEVER BE ANOTHER STEVIE Y AS LONG AS I LIVE. THERE'S JUST NO COMPARISON, NO ONE CAN DO IT LIKE HIM Dude.... Capslock.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
drupha 0 Report post Posted July 9, 2008 It's going to be Sidney Crosby!!! Didn't you guys watch the telecasts where he was "The Captain"? Excuse me for a minute, because I just made myself sick... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Shoreline Report post Posted July 9, 2008 Sean Avery. He's about as classy and talented as it gets. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IceMunkee 15 Report post Posted July 9, 2008 I never really liked the "next ___" question. I am not trashing just saying it is not possible. There will never be the "next" Yzerman, Wayne, Messier. If they are truly the "next" somebody then they would not need to be the "next" they would be the Toews, Zetterberg, Datsyuk, Ovechkin and so on and so on. As soon as they become the "next" anybody they have made thier own image. Does that make any sense.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dawgs 0 Report post Posted July 9, 2008 Zetterbergs game most reminds me of Yzerman. Not the best shot but great instincts. Always makes the big play when ya need it most. Top notch two way forward. Smallish guy thats not afraid to go into the high traffic areas. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SnipeShow 0 Report post Posted July 9, 2008 Dude.... Capslock.... capslock or cockslap? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
