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Now, Gainey definitely has the hardware for a Hall of Fame worthy player. He has five Stanley Cups, four Selke Trophies, and one Conn Smythe Trophy. Lots of hardware.
This is not me saying he shouldn't be there by any means. He is widely seen as the exception to the rule for players with his type of stats. He brought more attention to what is commonly an understated part of the game.
However, looking through some hockey discussions, I've seen some people call Gainey overrated said that he only really got to being a HOF worthy player because he was part of a dynasty team.
Do you think he could have made the Hall of Fame if he was playing for someone like the Chicago Blackhawks or the New York Rangers during the time he played in the NHL? Do you think he would have been utilized differently by them and found a different way to become Hall of Fame worthy?
This is not me saying he shouldn't be there by any means. He is widely seen as the exception to the rule for players with his type of stats. He brought more attention to what is commonly an understated part of the game.
However, looking through some hockey discussions, I've seen some people call Gainey overrated said that he only really got to being a HOF worthy player because he was part of a dynasty team.
Do you think he could have made the Hall of Fame if he was playing for someone like the Chicago Blackhawks or the New York Rangers during the time he played in the NHL? Do you think he would have been utilized differently by them and found a different way to become Hall of Fame worthy?