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I don't see any depth signings happening until the Luo and Doan situations are settled and we know that there will be a season next year. But, how much more depth do we really need? We could really use: A legit scorer and a legit power forward. Unless MayRay shocks the world and starts scoring and Booth turns into the player he is supposed to be. Even then we still need someone to make guys pay for taking liberties on our stars and that player needs to be skilled enough to play with them.

Out of all the choices.. I just don't know man...

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It's not the depth that makes a difference, it's the elite players. If our elite palyers are hurt, none of those guys will carry the team. 'Depth'players are 'depth' players for a reason: they are unable to do prime time. When you talk about true depth, it has to do with the number of elite players a team has so that if you lose one or two, are there any left? Adding any of the guys listed above will make zip diference to the canucks chances of winning the cup.

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There's no point signing depth players who will have to clear waivers. We have enough depth players. A top six addition or nothing at this point.

Sedin/Sedin/Burrows

Raymond/Kesler/Booth

Higgins/Malhotra/Hansen

Weise/Lapierre/Volpatti

Ebbett/Pinizzotto

Hamhuis/Bieksa

Edler/Garrett

Ballard/Tanev

Alberts

Schneider/Luongo

There's a 23 man roster with Kassian playing in Chicago. There may be one or two tryout offers in camp but I don't expect any more depth players signed before then. More likely our depth will come from the Wolves at this point.

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The Raymond experiment is on his last figure skate.

Kes is out til Christmas and then will have to get back to speed and his former glory so March before he rounds into form-just like Sundin.

With Kassian attempting to hold a spot above fourth line plugging we have too may right handers and not enough lefties.

We also have no push back on lines one and two.

Gillis better do more than arrange for 'depth'.

We need a major trade and infusion of two hard hitting 20/25 goal wingers.

Enough of the figure skaters and flash shooters that hit the crest and can't pass the puck.

Gillis has said he would make 'the hard and tough decisions'. Throwing Luo was not the hard part.The hard part is effectively dealing him for talent without screwing up the team's morale and chemistry.

Oh,and he needs to do it ASAP as he has already had four months today with no results.Tik Toc -Gillis' job on the block.

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Not true at all. Obviously stars make a much bigger impact than depth players, but you still need grinders to win the Cup. Not crappy grinders, but guys who work hard, do the little things, and provide energy. Your elite players can't be on the ice all the time, so it's important for any team to be able to roll out 4 lines that can make an impact. If you don't have guys on your 3rd and 4th line you can step up, you have no chance of winning the Cup.

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In terms of Depth, we need more of the Raffi Torres type. Guys who are good enough for the 3rd line should be on the 4th, ready to step up.

Getting guys like these to play every other games and trade spots with Volpatti and the like on a nightly basis means nothing.

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The Raymond experiment is on his last figure skate.

Kes is out til Christmas and then will have to get back to speed and his former glory so March before he rounds into form-just like Sundin.

With Kassian attempting to hold a spot above fourth line plugging we have too may right handers and not enough lefties.

We also have no push back on lines one and two.

Gillis better do more than arrange for 'depth'.

We need a major trade and infusion of two hard hitting 20/25 goal wingers.

Enough of the figure skaters and flash shooters that hit the crest and can't pass the puck.

Gillis has said he would make 'the hard and tough decisions'. Throwing Luo was not the hard part.The hard part is effectively dealing him for talent without screwing up the team's morale and chemistry.

Oh,and he needs to do it ASAP as he has already had four months today with no results.Tik Toc -Gillis' job on the block.

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It's not the depth that makes a difference, it's the elite players. If our elite palyers are hurt, none of those guys will carry the team. 'Depth'players are 'depth' players for a reason: they are unable to do prime time. When you talk about true depth, it has to do with the number of elite players a team has so that if you lose one or two, are there any left? Adding any of the guys listed above will make zip diference to the canucks chances of winning the cup.

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In terms of Depth, we need more of the Raffi Torres type. Guys who are good enough for the 3rd line should be on the 4th, ready to step up.

Getting guys like these to play every other games and trade spots with Volpatti and the like on a nightly basis means nothing.

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Regardless if we doan't get Doan or Arnott, I still think we need some more depth in case of injuries that are bound to happen. We need some veteran players that are willing to sign for cheap and maybe even a 2way deal. I would'nt mind if the the canucks signed any of the following players for less then a million

-LW/RW-Brad Winchester -Age: 31------Ht: 6-5 Wt: 230 ------Salary: $725,000-NHL Seasons: 7

ASSETS: Has the build of a power forward. Is capable of playing both wing positions. Displays plenty of versatility on the ice.

-C/LW-Brendan Morrison -Age: 37-------Ht: 5-11 Wt: 176-----Salary: $850,000-NHL Seasons: 14

ASSETS: Is a good skater and playmaker. Has racked up points at every level. Is an important player on special teams and a decent face-off man.

-RW/LW-Tom Kostopoulos -Age: 33-----Ht: 6-0 Wt: 197-----Salary: $1,100,000-NHL Seasons: 10

ASSETS: Likes to play a north-south game and is strong along the wall. Defensively responsible, he's appreciated among teammates and is a good leader in the room.

-D/LW-Jim Vandermeer -Age: 32---------Ht: 6-1 Wt: 210------Salary: $1,000,000-NHL Seasons: 9

ASSETS: Displays a combination of physical and stay-at-home presence. Is as tough as nails. Has a history of point production at lower levels

-RW-Byron Bitz -Age: 28--------------------Ht: 6-5 Wt: 215-----Salary: $700,000-NHL Seasons: 3

ASSETS: Is a mammoth physical specimen and a solid hitter. Can work the corners well and provide toughness for his team

-D-Randy Jones -Age: 31-----------------Ht: 6-2 Wt: 210------Salary: $1,150,000-NHL Seasons: 8

ASSETS: Has good size and solid puck-moving skills. Is capable of logging important minutes and can play the body. Can also go on hot streaks on offense

D-Colin White -Age: 34-----------------Ht: 6-4 Wt: 215--------Salary: $1,000,000-NHL Seasons: 12

ASSETS: Is adept at clearing the front of the net and strong in defensive situations. Displays a nice combination of grit and leadership

RW-Trent Hunter -Age: 32-----------Ht: 6-3 Wt: 217---------Salary: $600,000-NHL Seasons: 9

ASSETS: Has good size and plays a sound up-and-down game. Is versatile enough to be used in any situation and is adept at making body contact. Can contribute offensively.

RW-Matt Bradley -Age: 34-----------Ht: 6-3 Wt: 200---------Salary: $900,000-NHL Seasons: 11

ASSETS: Is tenacious and fearless. Is also a good skater and possesses good size. He's a responsible player with agitating qualities. Will even drop the gloves if his team needs it

ANYONE ELSE YOU WOULD ADD TO THIS LIST

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Well Bettman being the snake he is there won't be any hockey until Dec. so no worries about replacing Kesler.

That may help the Louongo situation as well, with the trade deadline looming so we may get our top 6 forward there.

Otherwise we have to hope Kassian or Schroeder or even Jensen put it all together.

More plugs we do not need.

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all these guys are scrubs, theres always a brad winchester or an owen nolan or marco sturm type of players every summer as backup plans..

and BMO are you kidding me? this guy is skating on 1 good knee i would not waste a contract spot on him especially if its a 1 way deal...if we sign him to a 2 way deal and he wants to play in Chicago and mentor our young bucks then i have no problem with that. LMFAO for people who think he could centre our 3rd line.. Stoll vs Morrison! 3rd line centre battle! ya that will turn out well if we play the Kings again! how about Bolland vs Morrisson?

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