Face AngleP30 / Panarin / Old Parise has a closed face angle, P88 / Kane / P80 / Ovechkin has a slightly open face angle. A more open face lifts shots more easily; a more closed face keeps the puck lower.
Curve DepthP88 / Kane / P80 / Ovechkin has a deeper curve (Moderate) versus the slight P30 / Panarin / Old Parise. Deeper curves add puck control and shooting power but reduce backhand feel.
LieP30 / Panarin / Old Parise has a lie of 6, P88 / Kane / P80 / Ovechkin has a lie of 5. P30 / Panarin / Old Parise has a higher lie, which suits players who carry the puck close to their body.
Curve TypeP30 / Panarin / Old Parise is a Toe curve (toe-focused, better for wrist shots and toe drags). P88 / Kane / P80 / Ovechkin is a Mid curve (balanced and all-purpose).
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