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P91A / Staal / P15 / Jones vs P97

Side by side curve comparison. Specs, cross-brand equivalents, and which players use each.

Specs
Face angleSlightly Open
Curve depthSlight
Lie5
TypeMid-Toe
Brand names
P15P91AW05PP05Blade 4
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P97Mid
Specs
Face angleOpen
Curve depthModerate
Lie
TypeMid
Brand names
P97
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Key Differences

Face AngleP91A / Staal / P15 / Jones has a slightly open face angle, P97 has a open face angle. A more open face lifts shots more easily; a more closed face keeps the puck lower.
Curve DepthP97 has a deeper curve (Moderate) versus the slight P91A / Staal / P15 / Jones. Deeper curves add puck control and shooting power but reduce backhand feel.
LieP91A / Staal / P15 / Jones has a lie of 5, P97 has a lie of null. P91A / Staal / P15 / Jones has a higher lie, which suits players who carry the puck close to their body.
Curve TypeP91A / Staal / P15 / Jones is a Mid-Toe curve (versatile with a slight toe bias). P97 is a Mid curve (balanced and all-purpose).

Who Uses These Curves

P97No notable players listed yet.

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