Born: August 7, 1987 (age 24)
Team: Pittsburgh Penguins
Position: Center
Some people might not like this pick because he hasn't been able to play a lot because of concussion over the past 2 seasons, but there is just really no way to argue against this kid's resume. Trust me it's hard for me to admit, because I hate his guts, but sit back and think about all the things he has already done.
He as already led the NHL in goals (2010), led the NHL in points (2007), is a 4 time All-Star, won an MVP (2007), won a Gold Medal (2010), and won a Stanley Cup (2009). Even with my hatred towards him it would be a shame for this kid's career to get cut short, because he has a shot at being one of the best of all-time.
Look at the record he has set...
First rookie to record 100 points and 100 penalty minutes in a season
Youngest player to record 100 points in a season (18 years, 253 days)
Youngest player to record 200 career points (19 years and 207 days)
Youngest player to record 2 consecutive 100 point seasons (19 years, 215 days)
Youngest player voted to the starting lineup in an All-Star Game
Youngest Art Ross Trophy and Lester B. Pearson Award winner
Youngest player to be named to the First All-Star Team
Youngest full team captain
Youngest Player to Lead NHL Playoffs in scoring (20 years, 9 months, and 28 days)
Youngest NHL captain to win Stanley Cup (21 years, 10 months, and 5 days)
Fewest games played by an NHL team's leading scorer
Speaks for itself. Even if he didn't play another year, he would probably make the Hall of Fame, and if he can play a full career he will no doubt be one of the top 10 NHL players of All-Time.
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