Patrick Kane is already considered the greatest US-born player in history
Patrick Kane, the 100th NHL player to join the 400-goal club, is undeniably the most elite American player in hockey history.
As of the end of the 2023-24 season, Kane boasts 471 goals and 813 assists for 1,284 points over 1,230 games, placing him third all-time among US-born players. His consistency and performance across 16 seasons highlight his exceptional status.
Kane's points-per-game average of 1.044 surpasses other top US-born players, including Mike Modano, who is ranked first in total points but trails Kane in this metric. Kane's dominance extends beyond regular-season stats; he has thrived in the playoffs, contributing significantly to the Chicago Blackhawks' three Stanley Cup victories (2010, 2013, 2015).
Ranked by Point Totals:
1. Modano: 1,374
2. Kane: 1,284
3. Housley: 1,232
4. Roenick: 1,216
5. Pavelski: 1,068
6. Tkachuk: 1,065
Ranked by Points-Per-Game:
1. Kane: 1.044
2. Mullen: 1.001
3. Modano: 0.917
4. Roenick: 0.892
5. Tkachuk: 0.887
4. Housley: 0.824
His individual accolades further solidify his position, with Kane winning the Calder Memorial Trophy, Conn Smythe Trophy, Hart Memorial Trophy, Ted Lindsay Award, and Art Ross Trophy. Comparatively, the collective accolades of other top American players are minimal.
As Patrick Kane continues his career, even projecting a modest pace for the next five seasons, he could end with over 1,500 points, surpassing Modano's record. His impact on the game and ongoing excellence affirms that Kane is the greatest American player in NHL history.
Source: The Hockey Writers
Kane Is Already the Greatest American-Born NHL Player of All-Time
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Is Patrick Kane the greatest American to ever play in the NHL? | ||
| Yes | 62 | 68.9 % |
| No | 28 | 31.1 % |
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