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P21 vs P28 / Eichel / P28 / McDavid

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

P21Mid
Specs
Face angleSlightly Open
Curve depthSlight
Lie
TypeMid
Brand names
P21
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Specs
Face angleOpen
Curve depthDeep
Lie5
TypeToe
Brand names
P28T28P28W28PP28Blade 6
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Key Differences

Face AngleP21 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 P21. Deeper curves add puck control and shooting power but reduce backhand feel.
LieP21 has a lie of null, P28 / Eichel / P28 / McDavid has a lie of 5. P21 has a higher lie, which suits players who carry the puck close to their body.
Curve TypeP21 is a Mid curve (balanced and all-purpose). P28 / Eichel / P28 / McDavid is a Toe curve (toe-focused, better for wrist shots and toe drags).

Who Uses These Curves

P21No notable players listed yet.

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