Gaudreau will be, Hudler yes or no depending on his linemates. He won't elevate other people's game but he can elevate his game to top line minutes if he were playing with legitimate first line players like Crosby, Stamkos, Toews, Getzlaf etc. Gaudreau has a higher ceiling than Hudler as he draws defenders out of position, has better skating, better puck control, better ability behind the net and better lateral movement and thus will be able to elevate the game of those he plays with. Gaudreau just lacks experience at this point.
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