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Originally Posted by Bourque's Twin
If you watch Mackinnon's highlights compared to Barkov's (I know the leagues are different) there is a huge difference. Mackinnon is explosive and will create a ton of scoring chances on his own. He will make an impact every shift. Barkov is big and will be a great centre but will not be the same calibre. He reminds me of Jagr as a centre while Mackinnon seems more like Sid.
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This is the key point. Speed is so important to generating scoring chances in the NHL.
Is it possible to have big offensive numbers without having a lot of speed? Absolutely.
But given two prospects that are this good, I'll take the one with the explosive speed, thanks. Especially when his work ethic is exceptional and he pursues the puck in all three zones like a rottweiler on a porkchop.