komodo0921

I could go for this.

Nope. I think, both, Boeser and Garland are going to have much better seasons this year.

If RT puts him in a low risk position to start, say fourth line right wing, where he can concentrate on a simple, mistake free game, while still honing his skills; I think he could flourish and slowly work his way up to third line minutes. He's got the skills to be an effective forechecking, high energy, power forward with, possibly, slightly higher then average scoring ability. If he meets his potential, I can a reliable 40-50 pnt player here. Third line center would be ideal.

Danila Klimovich is on the opening night roster.

I'm more interested in seeing Beau in a full season with this team.

Kuzmenko Petey Mikheyev Beauvillier Miller Boeser Joshua Blueger Garland Podkolzin Aman Klimovich Di Giuseppi Hughes Cole Soucy Hronek Wolanin Myers Brisebois Demko Silovs I have a lot of boldness in my line-up but the boldest is Klimovich. In his second AHL season, he really upped his game and looks to be, at least, a bottom six shut-down player with offensive up-side and could move up in the line-up. I believe he'll, at least be one of the last cuts, if he needs more development but, I see him, getting to start the season with the team with a real chance to stick. In a limited role, Podkolzin can be an effective player. To this point in his development, top six may be out of reach but, with more time, he should be a third line player in his prime. For now, however, he gets a fourth line spot. Imo, the biggest question mark is second line RW. If Boeser ", stumbles out of the gate," look for Garland to move up. If both falter, we're in trouble, given their salaries, market value and our lack of cap-space. Silovs, imo, is our second best goalie and should be in the second position where he can get 20-25 starts and continue his development. This team still has a ways to go before it can be considered a true contender but, this also provides opportunity for players like Klimovich, Podkolzin, and others, not in the line-up, to step up and showcase themselves. With the additions of Cole and Soucy, comes greater defensive capability and physicality; two aspects this team, sorely, lacked in. We should see a better penalty kill and a significant reduction in goals against. I believe next season will bring back playoff hockey to BC.

Too early for this topic. Ask again around Christmas.

While I don't really see this as missed opportunity, I do see issues with their branding strategy, if they even have one. Looking at "The Core 4" sports in North America, it's not hard to find the biggest brand names. Boston Celtic, LA Lakers, Chicago Bulls, Golden State Warriors, any of the original 6 hockey teams, LA Kings, New England Patriots, Green Bay Packers,New York Yankees, LA Dodgers, Boston Red Sox, and to a slight lesser extent, the Toronto Blue Jays. All these teams have relevance in more then just their respective markets. This is because they've created a look, they've created winning cultures, and history's. For whatever reason, Canuck ownership and management have always missed the boat, when it comes to their brand. They've ever created a winner and, by extension a culture they've never had a look that people will buy into. Imo, until these issues change, The Canucks will always be that irrelevant team in the far corner of the map no one, except locals will care about.

yea, saw that after I posted.

Also seeing Puljujarvi's not getting qualified.

I think they're going to be very popular on Saturday.

Well, Willander wasn't my top want (they went 5th and sixth) and I am still not happy with this whole, pro-Swede movement PA has going on but, sounds like Willander really wanted to be here. Gotta love that. He sounds like a really driven player.

We're right there with the second coming of Christ and hell freezing over.

There's little doubt we could use a gritty player like Lucic but, he's past his prime and the only reason he'd come here is because no one else wanted him and that's no reason at all (for us that is)

My opinion is that 2021-2022 Garland is the real Conor Garland and that, if, a trade is made, it's a hockey deal and not a cap dump. Garland, on his own merit, has value. So much so, that I'm more for keeping him then dealing him. Hoglander, on the other hand, I wouldn't be too broke up about. I am, also not into dropping another first rounder, even if it's dropping to another position. Teams I think could use Garland: New York Rangers Minnesota Wild Pittsburg Penguins Buffalo Sabres And yes, The Columbus Bluejackets ( but not in the proposed deal)

I'll start by saying, I don't believe anything can help this team until there is an ownership change. More money only gives the current regime room to make more mistakes. One word that I keep thinking about when it comes to the Canucks is, culture; or, should I say, our lack of it. Think about it. Do we have an identity? A playing style? Or, even a look? Have we had a true era of competitive hockey, where we've been a true contender for a significant amount of time? Sure we've had a couple of seasons that we can claim to have been dominant, with one culminating in our best chance we had to win a cup but, even that was fleeting and we went right back into obscurity which is where we stand to this day. Vancouver is not a destination players want to come to unless it's a last resort or they are over-paid to do so. Another word that has become a big part of todays culture is, branding. Having solid culture, in conjunction with direction creates a solid brand. We have poor culture, no direction, no winning history, and a look that leaves a lot to be desired. I hear a lot of complaining about favoritism toward the original six teams ( which I don't believe) but, what is it that makes them so important? Answer. They all have solid brands from which solid followings have been created. They all have storied histories and Stanley cups. The Kraken came into the league with a solid look and have quickly established a culture in Seattle. They are looking to be a team players will want to play for. I believe that this team needs to undergo a complete overhaul. This includes ownership, personnel, and look. Ownership must understand the game of hockey and identify the key aspects of it and draft with all of them in mind. Character IQ Skill Size History Character- the will and need to win, the want to make ones self better as a hockey player and individual. The need to protect fellow players. The ability to go beyond one's comfort zone to get a job done. IQ- the ability to process information at a fast pace and make snap, correct decisions under pressure. Skill- stick-handling, shooting, and skating Size- big players are better able to throw and absorb hits. they are more capable in front of nets. Bigger players are harder to push around and intimidate. History- I don't care what anyone says, history shows that championship teams are still 70+% Canadian. No other nation cares as much about the Stanley Cup as Canada. This goes for players. Canadian players will play harder and sacrifice more for a cup then anyone else. History also shows that the team that can walk the fine line between acceptable play and unacceptable play, will win. This is more commonly known as walking the edge. I could go on but this post is getting too long but I believe that, until these core issues are addressed, we will always be that small team in the northwest no one outside BC and even in BC, no one cares about. ,

The only way to cause change is to hit owners where it hurts the most. Their wallets. It is said that owners have the right to do with their teams as they wish and, this is true but, fans have the right to spend their money as they see fit. Until the building starts to empty and the profits start drying up, nothing will change. The Aqualinis are very fortunate they own a team with a passionate fan-base.

When are Canucks fans going to stop blaming the league for the shortcomings of the team and put it squarely where it belongs. Canuck ownership. Trevor Linden- leaves the Canucks under mysterious circumstances. Jim Benning- wins cup in Boston then completely s@#ts the bed in Vancouver Jim Rutherford- 2 Stanley Cups with the Penguins and is, so far, falling short here. Now they've hired. what was supposed to be, a superstar management team, and it seems to be broken. These hockey people aren't simply crossing the BC border and forgetting how to manage teams and suddenly start making unwise, and at times, stupid decisions. This wreaks of ownership tampering or, at the very least, ownership not knowing, or caring about, it's fan-base. I don't know that Aquaman, truly understands the game of hockey. He may know the business side but, Does he understand what it takes to win a Stanley Cup? I have to say no because this team isn't even close and, imo, we're looking at a sixtieth anniversary, still without one. As I see it, this is, absolutely, an ownership issue.

I think this pick is as good as traded.

I was going to make a post about Garland to Columbus. I, however wouldn't want any roster players back as the rest of my post was going to involve Lawson Ceouse coming to Vancouver. Keep in mind, my proposal comes strictly from my perspective if I were GM. Garland and Lekkerimaki to Columbus for LA's 1st rounder. I like Garland's gritty style but, he's too small and unwilling to back it up. Lekkerimaki may become a prolific point producer but is too one dimensional and lacks size and physicality. Columbus is still working on a core and could use Garland as an effective vet who brings offence and a gritty style to the team. Lekkerimaki is a promising player for them to develop. We have a solid, point producing forwards but need to add effective, complimentary players to the mix (enter Lawson Crouse), in order to take the next step. Podkolzin has yet to become what we'd hoped he would., Klimovich is showing promise but is still a couple seasons away (imo), and Hoglander is finding success in "The A" but hasn't yet been able to bring it at the NHL level. Imo, if we don't get the 1st OA in the lottery, our 1st rounder will be available with it's position determining the asking price. Regardless, I would be seeking a deal involving Crouse or another with the same attributes.

Sorry Petey, I'll drive you to the airport.

I believe that, unless The Canucks win the lottery, their 1st rounder will be up for grabs, and only the pick position will determine the asking price. If Arizona is to be a dance partner, Lawson Crouse would be high on my wish-list. Of course this means moving money out but, players like Garland and Myers could be attractive, given both played much better under RT then BB. The Rangers could be a great spot for Garland, while Myers actual money owed should be attractive to many teams. Under the hypothetical of one, or both being moved I propose the following scenarios. 1. If we stay at 11, or move down, we offer the 1st for Lawson Crouse and their 2nd this year. 2. If we, amazingly, move up to 2nd or 3rd, we offer it for Lawson Crouse, Connor Geekie, and their 1st either next year or 2025 Watching the Bruins and Panthers series, should really emphasize Vancouver's woeful lack of gritty, hard-nosed players who are willing to get in the trenches. Lawson Crouse is, very much, one of those. He also has the versatility to move up and down the line-up and still be a contributor. I believe, given the talent on this team, Crouse would flourish here and be a long-term solution to a team need, Geekie (in the second scenario) gives us a solid center for the future who brings size to the center position, and the 2nd rounder gives us a lower pick to replace the one given up. Another 1st rounder gives them 3 at this years draft, touted to be one of the deepest in a long time. For a team still trying to build a core, those picks are essential. Yes, trading Geekie may seem a little counter- productive to a re-building team but, I see him as more of a 3C then a top 2. This years draft is definitely center heavy. I see plenty of Centers in the top 10 that should fit a top 2 role much better. Kuzmenko Petey Mikheyev Beauvillier Miller Boeser Joshua Crouse. Di Giuseppe Dries McDonough / Hoglander I think someone like Oskar Sundquist might be a great signing for the 3C spot but that's for another post.

I don't care what other teams are doing, I only care about this one. We really need the best odds we can get to move up in the draft. I say lose out.

At the end of the day, as painful as it was, maybe management got this one right. I think Bo is always going to be that 65 to 70 point guy who's a little suspect on defense. 8.5 may have been a bit of a stretch. But hey, if someone's willing to pay; go get it Bo.

OK. Would've been a travesty to have him be a healthy scratch; Norris chase 'n' all.