The shortened NHL season may allow Sidney Crosby to get back to the top of the heap without taxing his body too much.
Right now, it seems that the 48-game season is working out in Thomas Vanek's favor. The Buffalo Sabres star is the leading the NHL in scoring.
Don't expect him to stay at that lofty perch.
This is no insult to Vanek, who has the kind of quick release and accuracy with his shot that makes him the most dangerous of all the Buffalo Sabres.
If his team is going to make the playoffs this year, you can be sure Vanek will be a key reason behind their success.
But he is not about to hold on to his position as the NHL's leading scorer.
He's a good player, but he is not at Crosby's level. Vanek may hold onto the lead for a week or two, maybe even three. But before the month of February is over, there's a very good chance that the best player in hockey will also be the leading scorer.
Crosby is healthy again, and he is starting to hit his stride.
Once that happens, Crosby will become a dominant scorer.
Vanek's start has seen him score 19 points in his first eight games. He has ha ...
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Shortened Season Will Allow Sidney Crosby to Shine and Stay Healthy
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