Kurri spent the first decade of his career becoming a transcendent player on those storied Edmonton Oilers championship squads.
It’s almost inconceivable that Kurri could score over 100 points in 6 of his 10 seasons in Edmonton and not be considered their most important player.
Perhaps playing alongside illustrious figures like Wayne Gretzky, Mark Messier, and Paul Coffey leaves Kurri’s luster somewhat diminished.
It’s similar to what Scottie Pippen experienced on the Chicago Bulls during the Michael Jordan years. Pippen might have been the second best player in the NBA at his peak, yet playing in the shadow of an absolute icon of the sport can have a mixed effect on legacy.