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jemiller, what has really cost Crosby is his injury that has kept him out 6 weeks and counting. I disagree with your hypothetical, as the Penguins have not had a good power-play for at least 3 years. It's like asking "how good would Stamkos be if he was as good a setup man as Henrik Sedin?".
Player Power Rankings (02/08)
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How far ahead would Crosby be if the Penguins had a better-than-average power play?