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I am a huge Yzerman fan but at this point I would probably say that Nick has had the better career right now ON THE ICE. I say that b/c he has been a top-2 player at his position 9 times (norris voting) and has 4 cups. He also is a true ironman especially considering he plays on D. I mean the guy is so consistent and never gets injured. Sure Stevie has better numbers but that's b/c Nick plays D and when you compare Nick's career numbers vs. his peers, he is near the top. Certainly if he plays another 3 years, gets 1 more cup and possibly another norris then I think you have to put him as #2 (and possibly approaching #1).
But...Yzerman may still rank higher right now considering all elements b/c of the way he rescued the franchise and b/c of his captaincy during all those years. His leadership is unquestioned. The way he fought through the injuries, etc. It's a good question b/c I think I can make a case for both of them.
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