Face AngleP02 / Kronwall / W02 / Lidstrom has a slightly open face angle, P28 / Eichel / P28 / McDavid has a open face angle. A more open face lifts shots more easily; a more closed face keeps the puck lower.
Curve DepthP28 / Eichel / P28 / McDavid has a deeper curve (Deep) versus the slight P02 / Kronwall / W02 / Lidstrom. Deeper curves add puck control and shooting power but reduce backhand feel.
LieP02 / Kronwall / W02 / Lidstrom has a lie of 6, P28 / Eichel / P28 / McDavid has a lie of 5. P02 / Kronwall / W02 / Lidstrom has a higher lie, which suits players who carry the puck close to their body.
Curve TypeP02 / Kronwall / W02 / Lidstrom is a Heel curve (heel-weighted, better for slapshots and backhand passes). P28 / Eichel / P28 / McDavid is a Toe curve (toe-focused, better for wrist shots and toe drags).
