Face AngleP30 / Panarin / Old Parise has a closed 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 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, P89 / Eberle / W04 / Vanek 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). P89 / Eberle / W04 / Vanek is a Heel curve (heel-weighted, better for slapshots and backhand passes).
