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P28 / Eichel / P28 / McDavid vs P92M / P92 Mid

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

Specs
Face angleOpen
Curve depthDeep
Lie5
TypeToe
Brand names
P28T28P28W28PP28Blade 6
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Specs
Face angleSlightly Open
Curve depthModerate
Lie
TypeMid
Brand names
P92M
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Key Differences

Face AngleP28 / Eichel / P28 / McDavid has a open face angle, P92M / P92 Mid has a slightly 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 moderate P92M / P92 Mid. Deeper curves add puck control and shooting power but reduce backhand feel.
LieP28 / Eichel / P28 / McDavid has a lie of 5, P92M / P92 Mid has a lie of null. P28 / Eichel / P28 / McDavid has a higher lie, which suits players who carry the puck close to their body.
Curve TypeP28 / Eichel / P28 / McDavid is a Toe curve (toe-focused, better for wrist shots and toe drags). P92M / P92 Mid is a Mid curve (balanced and all-purpose).

Who Uses These Curves

P92M / P92 MidNo notable players listed yet.

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