Oilers’ McDavid, Penguins’ Crosby headline latest NHLPA player poll results
The NHL players’ association unveiled its annual player poll on Tuesday, giving folks an inside look at some of the opinions around league circles.
Gather ’round, hockey fans. It’s time for the debates to begin.
The NHL Players’ Association unveiled its annual player poll on Tuesday, giving folks an inside look at some of the opinions around league circles.
In the 10th edition of the survey, players from all 32 teams were asked 12 hockey-related questions. This year, a total of 663 NHLPA members took part, giving their input on a wide array of topics, such as who’s the best playmaker in the league, which PWHL rule they would like to see in the NHL and even who has the best fashion sense.
The 2024-25 player poll also included a first-ever fan-submitted question: Who is the smartest overall player?
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Here’s a look at the leaders in each of the categories.
Who is the best overall goalie?
Andrei Vasilevskiy, Tampa Bay Lightning (31.1 per cent of the vote)
Who is the best overall forward?
Connor McDavid, Edmonton Oilers (73.9)
Who is the best overall defenceman?
Cale Makar, Colorado Avalanche (71.8)
Who is the most complete player?
Sidney Crosby, Pittsburgh Penguins (33.8)
Who is the best playmaker?
Nikita Kucherov, Tampa Bay Lightning (48.25)
If you need to win a faceoff, who would you pick?
Sidney Crosby, Pittsburgh Penguins (20.4)
Who is the smartest overall player?
Sidney Crosby, Pittsburgh Penguins (27.0)
Who is the best overall skater?
Connor McDavid, Edmonton Oilers (66.4)
Which player has the best fashion sense?
David Pastrnak, Boston Bruins (15.8)
Who would be a good broadcaster once they retire?
Kevin Hayes, Pittsburgh Penguins (4.9)
Which PWHL rulebook change would you like to see in the NHL?
Jailbreak goal (29.7)
(A Minor penalty ends if the shorthanded team scores)
Which NHL arena has the best ice?
Bell Centre, Montreal Canadiens (45.0)
To view the full results, click here.
