2007-05-17 22:04:50 · 10 answers · asked by Le Magnifique 1 in Sports ➔ Hockey
There have been other guys, but Neely was the prototype. Unfortunately, the physical, reckless nature of the power forward style lends itself to injury. Success in the category is generally defined by a stretch of dominance followed by multiple stints on IR and, ultimately, retirement.
Other successes that come to mind are Clark Gillies John LeClair, Kevin Stevens, Adam Graves and Keith Tkachuk.
Incidentally, going back to your other question, what number would Ovechkin wear for the Bruins?
2007-05-17 22:36:20 · answer #1 · answered by zapcity29 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ever hear of guys like Gordie Howe, Mark Messier, Rocket Richard. No offense to Cam Neely, but ask any old timer, you couldn't remove any of those guys from the front of the net, not that Neely could be easily removed either. Power forwards go through you if they cannot get around you, , Tim Kerr was a power play specialist, Phil Esposito could set up in front of the net and 90% of his 600 plus goals were scored from his office. Cam Neely had a great career but power forwards led their teams to championships, Neely is lacking that on his resume. Best ever, Gordie all the way, Bobby Hull right behind.
2007-05-18 07:49:42 · answer #2 · answered by Bob D 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Tim Kerr was just as good and got nowhere near the recognition that Cam Neely did. Scored 50 goals four times, set an NHL single season record for PP goals with 34, holds an NHL record with 3 PP goals in a period, shares a NHL record of most goals in a period with 4 and is still in the top 100 for career goals even though he retired 14 years ago. Had he not had to have his shoulder operated on 5 times I believe that he'd be higher on that list.
2007-05-18 07:34:58 · answer #3 · answered by ? 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Yes, Gordie Howe and Mark Messier should go down as prototypical power forwards, even better than Neely.
2007-05-18 12:11:09 · answer #4 · answered by sportsczar71 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
#7 (and than #77 with the Rangers) is the greatest PF/Center in the history of the NHL.
The left-hander played 18 seasons, retired as the second highest goal and point scorer and STILL to this day holds the record for MOST SHOTS in a season with 550 in 1971.
No other player has ever taken even 450 shots in a season.
Think about that record.
2007-05-18 10:10:51 · answer #5 · answered by Sportsguy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Howe was a bit of everything - so I don't think you can slot him into the power forward category altogether. He's Mr. Hockey after all. As for an atypical power forward - I'd go with Espo. "Garbage goal king" - although one should consider Gillies, Lindros and Shanahan.
2007-05-18 19:02:51 · answer #6 · answered by Chris T 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Rene Robert
2007-05-18 08:20:54 · answer #7 · answered by franksr57 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Easy. Gordie Howe.
2007-05-18 10:03:21 · answer #8 · answered by Mr. Taco 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How about Rick Tocchet!
2007-05-18 10:09:02 · answer #9 · answered by thewolf2275 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sundin, Crosby, Jorgy, Lecavalier, ect...
2007-05-18 07:27:47 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋