Face AngleMC / Gaudreau has a slightly open face angle, P14 / Toews / W14 / Chara has a open face angle. A more open face lifts shots more easily; a more closed face keeps the puck lower.
Curve DepthP14 / Toews / W14 / Chara has a deeper curve (Deep) versus the moderate MC / Gaudreau. Deeper curves add puck control and shooting power but reduce backhand feel.
LieBoth curves share the same lie (5). Lie affects how the blade sits flat on the ice at your natural skating posture.
Curve TypeMC / Gaudreau is a Mid curve (balanced and all-purpose). P14 / Toews / W14 / Chara is a Mid-Toe curve (versatile with a slight toe bias).
Curve names don't match across brands, and the wrong one changes how the puck feels on your blade. Translate your curve to its exact equivalent on every brand in seconds.
