Oh trust me, I watched Gretzky and company absolutely dismantle the Flames for many years. I just think there were some players from that era that would probably thrive more in todays game than Gretzky would. He was the perfect player, for that era. I just think todays defensive tactics, and ridiculous goaltending would really neuter his effectiveness.
I think Lemieux, would be an absolute mega star still to this day. I think Cam Neely was 10-15 years ahead of his time, and would be a beast in todays game (FU Sammuelson). I just question if Gretzky's size would inhibit him in todays game. Even when you look at the little guys today, they are built like brick sharthouses. Have you ever seen the pictures of Marty St Louis in his gaunch?
I am not taking away from Gretzky's accomplishments. One of my greatest thrills was meeting him about 10 years ago. I just don't know if in todays game, where 'the code' seems to be a thing of the past, if Gretzky wouldn't make it through an entire season without getting absolutely killed by some 4th line loser plug like Jannsen or the likes.
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