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From Sidney Crosby to Alex Ovechkin, Hockey Is Becoming a Sport for Old Men
- At 37, Sidney Crosby maintained a point-a-game pace, while Brad Marchand scored six goals in the Stanley Cup Final at the same age.
- Alex Ovechkin, at 39, broke Wayne Gretzky's NHL goals record and aims to surpass 900 goals at age 40.
- Patrick Kane noted that advancements in sports science have helped athletes recover faster, allowing for longer careers.
- Crosby emphasized the importance of experience in playoffs, stating that older players can provide assurance of performance when it matters most.
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The Billings Gazette+24 Reposted by 24 other sources
From Sidney Crosby to Alex Ovechkin, hockey is becoming a sport for old men
Thanks to changes in sports science, training and technology over the past 20-plus years, the window for stars to remain in their prime is getting longer and longer.
·Billings, United States
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From Sidney Crosby and Alex Ovechkin to Brad Marchand, hockey becoming sport for old men
Hockey is a usually a young man's game. Don't tell that to Sidney Crosby, Alex Ovechkin, Brad Marchand, Corey Perry and so many others who are still on top of the NHL in their late 30s and beyond.
·Johnstown, United States
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Several players in the national league continue to excel at the end of the 30s and beyond.
·Montreal, Canada
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Associated Press News+16 Reposted by 16 other sources
From Sidney Crosby and Alex Ovechkin to Brad Marchand, hockey is becoming a sport for old men
Sidney Crosby was a point-a-game producer at 37. Brad Marchand scored six goals in the Stanley Cup Final at the same age, when 40-year-old Corey Perry was also one of the best players in the series.
·United States
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Leaning Left14Leaning Right2Center26Last UpdatedBias Distribution62% Center
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