Thursday, January 1, 2009

Streit to the Top

You better look quick because I am not certain how long this will stick for: Mark Streit is now tied for the lead in points for Defenseman in the NHL.
So much talk about Doug Weight and his point per game pace and reaching 1,000 points and might as well start talking about Mark Streit who has quietly built an impressive season as an Islander.
If Doug Weight doesn't recieve an All Star not, it should certainly be Mark Streit to get the nod.
In terms of hockey card investment, being a NY Islander is never helpful. However, being at the top of the NHL defenseman standings doesn't hurt. Can Mark Streit contend for a Norris Trophy? Highly unlikely as there has to be someone else who will have similar point totals on a more successful team but wouldn't it be nice to think in a few years when the Islanders are a better team. (Hopefully)