In the world of NHL rosters, duplicate names are causing a stir among fans and players alike.
Summary
- Players like Elias Pettersson are getting mistaken for their name twins.
- Fans ponder the odds of having two players with rare names in the league.
- Suggestions arise for using middle initials to distinguish identical names.
Confusion Galore
With five duplicate names floating around NHL rosters, it’s no wonder fans are scratching their heads. Elias Pettersson seems to be a popular name choice, with four of the duplicates falling under it. Fans are left wondering just how common names like Sebastian Aho are compared to the usual John Smiths of the world.
Funny Fan Reactions
One fan humorously called for the real Sebastian Aho, Ryan O’Reilly, Matt Murray, Jack Hughes, and Elias Pettersson to stand up, echoing the sentiment that these players are lost in a sea of duplicates. Another fan joked about the confusion between ‘Petey’ and ‘D Petey,’ highlighting the need for some clarity.
Middle Initials to the Rescue?
As fans debate the likelihood of having two players with unique names on the same team or in the league, the idea of using middle initials as identifiers surfaces. Drawing a comparison to how SAG handles multiple actors with the same name, some suggest that adding middle initials could alleviate the confusion.