Did you know that Sam Reinhart is the NHL’s leading goal scorer since last season, outpacing stars like Matthews, McDavid, and MacKinnon? (as of November 5 2024). In this video, we dive into the strategies that have helped him shine, showcasing his incredible hockey IQ.
We’ll break down Reinhart’s unique skills, including his exceptional puck handling, first touch techniques, and how he reads the game. Learn how he creates scoring chances with smart decision-making and subtle movements, all while controlling the pace of play.
If you enjoy this analysis, give us a thumbs up and let us know in the comments if you want to see a part 2! Also, share your thoughts on who you think is the smartest player in the NHL.
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22 Comments
smartest player gotta be rempe
Part 2!
You really could make this a series. Players like Jake Guentzel, Sam Reinhart Connor McDavid and many more dominate the game with their intelligence
Love it
barky and reino on the same line is such a fun time
Hes very smart player but the smartest guy is hes center.
Awesome video.
Brilliant dissertation!
I coach youth hockey and you video encapsulates what I try to impart to my team: skate smarter not necessarily faster. How many times have we seen a player skate the puck into the defense, or bring the puck into the center when they’re giving them the wall. There’s a level of patience that Rhino possesses, like Messi or Mahomes, where they seem to wait out the pressure with little movements and angle changes, then strike.
It’s hard to teach but I think the key — as you do so well here — is ti start the conversation. All I see from the kids, especially the “better” players is UP ICE as FAST AS POSSIBLE. You aptly show that the best do it somewhat differently. Even Mac or McDavid are often under handling the puck and using a slower pace to maintain space and time.
Maybe it’s easier for me because I can’t skate fast up ice any longer, but there’s a subtlety to the elite that is so intriguing and great to watch. We can coach good habits and thoughts, but the greats create off that in ways that seem almost supernatural.
I think Barkov has this quality, and Larkin to some extent. Another FLA Panther is Tchuky. He’s got a “nose” for the goal and the puck — he’s just more of a blunt object rather than a surgeon.
Great stuff. I’ll be subscribing!
Awesome content, as always 💯
Sick vid bud keep em coming
Who the fuck calls him Samsun?
Definitely want to see part 2, 3, and 4, the quest for goals!
Would absolutely love part 2. I can't stand Florida but there's a few players there with that super high hockey intelligence, I would say Tkachuk also competes for smartest player on my list. He's very rarely flashy but always knows where to be and his passing seems to set people up for really high quality shots even though they seem like routine plays. This is a totally bias pick because I'm a MN fan but Kirill Kaprizov is my dark horse pick for smartest player in the NHL. He doesn't necessarily have world class speed but through his mega creative edgework and vision/playmaking he's able to be super deceptive. Just a quick plug for my boy 'cause I feel like he doesn't always get the credit he deserves.
Nice to see Reino get some recognition 🐀
Would you rank Makar or any other defensemen amongst the smartest players?
Excellent. Can't wait for part two!
Very good, report and observations.
impressive player who gets rewarded for his work
great video but as an oilers fan i couldn't stomach the scf highlights lol
Very hard watch but will definitely be helpful
Yep, nailed it. He's also the smartest businessman in the show as well. Knows his worth, not a distraction or over inflated ego. No drama, no BS just solid production and a catalyst for the whole team to rally around. The anti-Swayman or Crysaitl.
Part 2