
Hockey players often look frightening enough as it is, but it’s time to see how they performed for their annual Halloween festivities this year.
Alex Ovechkin – Inmate
Ovi’s Batman costume last year was so bad that it was actually hilarious, but this one’s just bad. Lazy, uninspired and wrinkly as hell. (Grade: F)
Auston Matthews – Ken Bone
Ken Bone also went as Ken Bone for Halloween. That’s how you know Ken Bone is a stupid costume. Plus, Matthews isn’t even wearing the right sweater. (Grade: D-)
Dmitry Orlov – The Joker
The Joker is such a tired costume at this point that if you choose it, you either have to completely crush it or offer a new twist. The only joke here is that Orlov’s interpretation looks like it belongs in Gotham’s dumpsters. It would be have been perfect if Ovechkin brought back his terrible Batman, though. (Grade: D+)
Jaromir Jagr – Pharaoh
The only thing Jaromir Jagr should ever be for Halloween is Jaromir Jagr. (Grade: C-)
Zemgus Girgensons – Power Ranger
Power Ranger is a timeless classic costume choice, but everybody knows the Red Ranger is the coolest. Plus, the Pink Power Ranger dates the green one. Do some research, Zemgus. (Grade: C-)
Michael Grabner – Khal Drogo
Gotta have more respect for the dead than this basic cable version of the greatest Khal. (Grade:C-)
Marc-Andre Fleury – Elderly
Not the most original or creative idea, but pretty flawless execution. Still looks younger than Matt Cullen, too. (Grade: C)
Filip Forsberg – Groot
I am Meth Groot. (Grade: C)
Connor Carrick – Beyonce
Need a little more accuracy here, but a pretty creative and hip idea nonetheless. (Grade: C)
Jack Eichel – Oktoberfest
He set the bar too high with Unicorn Eichel, but this is serviceable. (Grade: C+)
Brad Marchand – Master Splinter
Some Bruins visited Boston Children’s Hospital as the TMNT crew, but the standout was Marchand embracing his role as one of the league’s most respected pests. (Grade: B-)
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James van Riemsdyk/Tyler Bozak – Ace Ventura/Zoolander
Pretty strong 1-2 punch here from the Leafs veterans. Pop culture references are always appreciated, especially when executed this accurately. (Grade: B)
Matt Duchene – Bugs Bunny from Space Jam
This is really going to upset the #PleaseLikeMySport crowd, but solid job on committing. The gloves are a nice touch. (Grade: B)
Jason Demers – Kermit the Frog
A very strong effort, but a missed opportunity for Tea Lizard. (Grade: B-)
Pat Maroon – Spike
Needs more refridgerator lifting, but good to see Spike playing with girls. (Grade: B)
Ryan Johansen – Ace Ventura
Such a simple costume, but so excellently done from the double side buns to the tutu to the dolphin in tow. Nailed it. (Grade: B+)
Tom Wilson & Andre Burakovsky – Step Brothers
Solid attention to detail from this duo. Weird twist to see Wilson nursing a head injury instead of handing one out. (Grade: B+)
Joe Thornton/Brent Burns – Dirty homeless men
Not technically a Halloween costume, but impressive commitment nonetheless. (Grade: B+)
Jake Allen/Carter Hutton – Ricky Vaughn/Steve Bartman
Timely and very well-done, but points lost for not going with the old school Indians uniform. (Grade: B+)
Jake Gardiner – Hey Arnold!
Real solid execution for a couples costume. It’s pretty incredible how Gardiner managed to part his hair to play the part. The mini hat is a necessary component. (Grade: B+)
Penguins – Mario Kart
Conor Sheary, Scott Wilson and Bryan Rust (and their significant others) all crushed their Mario Kart costumes. The baloons & colored scooters really bring this to another level. (Grade: A-)
Erik Karlsson – Black Swan
Much like Karlsson’s game, this costume is so completely offensive that you basically have no choice but to respect it. (Grade: A-)
Brian Dumoulin – Lumiere
As far as DIY costumes go, this one is so, so good. (Grade: A-)
Jonathan Toews – Skeleton
Never go full Captain Serious. (Grade: A-)
P.K. Subban – Prince
Not quite as good as his Thriller, but still a worthy tribute. (Grade: A-)
Matt Martin – The Joker
Their greatest trick was turning the Orlovs into a laughing stock. (Grade: A)
Kris Letang – Bootstrap Bill
It took him five hours to get this makeup done and it couldn’t have been fun to wear all night, so I respect the devotion. (Grade: A)
Jonathan Huberdeau – ET
When life hands you lemons, turn your injury into a perfect Halloween costume. (Grade: A+)
