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Originally Posted by Itse
Yeah, this is why it should be called a primary stat, and any shot-based metrics ("possession" etc.) should be considered secondary stats.
The latter are good for adding nuance, but they rarely change the overall picture, which is already visible in points per game and goal differential.
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Goal differential is the end result. If you s ore more than your opposition, wins will happen.
Possession stats try to measure what should be happening, not what has happened.
Looking at goal differential is really not much different than looking at the standings.