Face AngleP10 / Giroux has a slightly open face angle, P89 / Eberle / W04 / Vanek has a open face angle. A more open face lifts shots more easily; a more closed face keeps the puck lower.
Curve DepthP89 / Eberle / W04 / Vanek has a deeper curve (Moderate) versus the slight P10 / Giroux. Deeper curves add puck control and shooting power but reduce backhand feel.
LieP10 / Giroux has a lie of 6, P89 / Eberle / W04 / Vanek has a lie of 5. P10 / Giroux has a higher lie, which suits players who carry the puck close to their body.
Curve TypeP10 / Giroux is a Mid curve (balanced and all-purpose). P89 / Eberle / W04 / Vanek is a Heel curve (heel-weighted, better for slapshots and backhand passes).
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