The Dark Knight Posted July 15, 2012 Share Posted July 15, 2012 What are your expectations for this player next season? Mentally I think last year was too much for Kassian. All the changes must have made things hard for him to adapt quickly with his time here in Vancouver. There is so much to get excited for if he can somewhat break out for this upcoming year. Hopefully his offseason game plan is going to pay dividends for him! He's so big and fast with some decent hands. I just wonder what the limit is for him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biasbieksa Posted July 15, 2012 Share Posted July 15, 2012 i want to see consistency in his physicality ,first passes, and shooting at the opportunity. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
komodo1970 Posted July 15, 2012 Share Posted July 15, 2012 i want to see consistency in his physicality ,first passes, and shooting at the opportunity. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LostViking Posted July 15, 2012 Share Posted July 15, 2012 If he gets sent down to the AHL (Shane Doan style), then I would expect him to be an impact forward in the top 6. Not just along for the ride, I would want to see him making a difference, perhaps carrying the second line by himself or something like that. I would like to see his play have an impact on his linemates, and for them to have more time and space to work with and to be bolder knowing they are well protected. If he continues to play for the big club, I expect him to work his way into a top 9 role, provide a lot of physical play while also providing more than just 4th line offense. Something around 25 points would be a decent step away from 4th line production. I would also like to see his conditioning reach a level where he can push himself for a full 60 minutes (something I didn't see last year). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KING ALBERTS Posted July 15, 2012 Share Posted July 15, 2012 45 goals, 40 assists, league leader in hits, 12 fights, 11 wins (1 draw against chara), and a stanley cup ring Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CanucksSayEh Posted July 15, 2012 Share Posted July 15, 2012 20 points, 4 fights, 2 wins, 1 draw, 1 loss, a handfull of highlight bodychecks and a ring. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garrison Posted July 15, 2012 Share Posted July 15, 2012 I want him to become a physical force and if he gets 15 goals, thats a bonus. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VancouverStyle Posted July 15, 2012 Share Posted July 15, 2012 I hope the motivation factor is there for Kassian, the potential is there. He just has yet to realize it. If Kassian can put up 10 goals or so, and 30 points i think i would be ok with that... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canuckelhead70 Posted July 15, 2012 Share Posted July 15, 2012 AHL to develop into the player that we hope he can be for years to come Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Architect Posted July 15, 2012 Share Posted July 15, 2012 The way I see it, this season will unfold in 1 of two ways. If the Canucks do not acquire a proven top 6 guy via trade or FA (versteeg, weise, doan, etc), they will go with a youth movement. And to be honest, I'm not against it. I think this oragnization is at a pretty interesting stage, where many prospects are now at NHL level...but we also want to win a cup NOW. Expectations for Kassian are top 6. He needs to be a physical force, and put the puck in the net. This is the lineup I want without any FA signings/trades... Sedin-Sedin-Booth Kassian-Kesler-Burrows Jensen-Schroeder-Higgins Hansen-Lapierre-Raymond Malhotra That is a slick lineup. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugemanskost Posted July 15, 2012 Share Posted July 15, 2012 Make the big club, play consistently and physically, be responsible defensively and contribute offensively. If not, report to Chicago and work his ass off until the Canucks are forced to recall him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NLluvitorleaveit Posted July 15, 2012 Share Posted July 15, 2012 Zack sez hi and laughs..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJC Posted July 15, 2012 Share Posted July 15, 2012 Honesty I can't see him scoring over 10 goals next year. but in two or three years I think him and Schroeder will have a pretty big impact on out team. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John.Tallhouse Posted July 15, 2012 Share Posted July 15, 2012 I wanna see what he can do, I'm not ready to rely on Kass yet tho, I think thats fare, you gotta prove yourself in this league.. wish him all the best tho! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Burrows #14 Posted July 15, 2012 Share Posted July 15, 2012 The way I see it, this season will unfold in 1 of two ways. If the Canucks do not acquire a proven top 6 guy via trade or FA (versteeg, weise, doan, etc), they will go with a youth movement. And to be honest, I'm not against it. I think this oragnization is at a pretty interesting stage, where many prospects are now at NHL level...but we also want to win a cup NOW. Expectations for Kassian are top 6. He needs to be a physical force, and put the puck in the net. This is the lineup I want without any FA signings/trades... Sedin-Sedin-Booth Kassian-Kesler-Burrows Jensen-Schroeder-Higgins Hansen-Lapierre-Raymond Malhotra That is a slick lineup. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NLluvitorleaveit Posted July 15, 2012 Share Posted July 15, 2012 NOPE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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GradinToSmyl Posted July 15, 2012 Share Posted July 15, 2012 45 goals, 40 assists, league leader in hits, 12 fights, 11 wins (1 draw against chara), and a stanley cup ring Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cody9 Posted July 15, 2012 Share Posted July 15, 2012 The way I see it, this season will unfold in 1 of two ways. If the Canucks do not acquire a proven top 6 guy via trade or FA (versteeg, weise, doan, etc), they will go with a youth movement. And to be honest, I'm not against it. I think this oragnization is at a pretty interesting stage, where many prospects are now at NHL level...but we also want to win a cup NOW. Expectations for Kassian are top 6. He needs to be a physical force, and put the puck in the net. This is the lineup I want without any FA signings/trades... Sedin-Sedin-Booth Kassian-Kesler-Burrows Jensen-Schroeder-Higgins Hansen-Lapierre-Raymond Malhotra That is a slick lineup. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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