clutchburr Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 I was thinking that as fans, maybe we could put on some sort of spectacle of our own. Seeing as October 11th would be the first day of the new regular season, my proposal is that us Canuck fans (or any NHL fans) gather in front of Rogers Arena at around 7 pm with our jerseys turned inside out, like what the Canucks recently did in practice. I don't really have anything planned beyond that, but I thought it would be cool to get a couple thousand people down there and maybe draw some news cameras and voice our opinions and whatnot. Just an idea. If you don't want to or can't come down, just make sure to wear your jersey inside out October 11th! Here's the Facebook group: http://www.facebook.com/events/260507190737384/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tigs Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 It's an interesting idea, however it will never work. I say instead of protesting, how about you watch some Chicago Wolves hockey until December, that way you won't get frustrated with the lockout! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raiun Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 It might not accomplish anything, but it still would be fun, and who knows? It would definitely get the attention of the league. I'm sure the players would appreciate the gesture too. Who knows? If it got big enough, maybe some of the guys would even show up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
onixx Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 And if that dosnt get media attention maybe we can start a riot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nux4lyfe Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 Meh, waste of time..If anything we should boycott..why should we waste out energy if the people being payed can't figure it out for themselves. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
onixx Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 I don't think Canucks fans need any more media attention involving the NHL and their displeasure towards it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tortorella's Rant Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 Pass. No point being like those Occupy retards. They have accomplished what, exactly? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
10Bure14Burrows Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 It's not bad idea for fun . But I really can't come over there . Because 11th october is mine 25th birthday Fans I will be sorry . I wouldn't be part of it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rawkdrummer Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 The lockout is about.... MONEY, your money! Hit em' where it hurts! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Display Name Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 Why not, I'm down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rey Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 This does nothing. If fans want to make a stand, they shouldn't care. Don't show up. Don't care. Protesting will prove that fans care, and allows the NHLPA and Owners to ignore the fans completely. You certainly won't effect willingness to negotiate. Why the hell would they care? It's about the money, and you are proving that you'd come back once it's back on. In fact, they expect you to protest just like they expect you to come back. You and groups protesting without any point or purpose is useless. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
windiddy0 Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 Pass. No point being like those Occupy retards. They have accomplished what, exactly? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Hornet Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 When did the Canucks do something like this at practice? is there an article or photo I can see? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Display Name Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 And you've accomplished a lot by doing nothing? I agree with the OP, we should do something, anything. Ya, I'll admit, us Vancouver fans already have a terrible rep and it wouldn't get much better with a protest. But at least we'd be doing something. By sitting back and accepting the leagues decision to lockout the players we're telling them, as avid hockey fans, we support the idea. You can write as many angry comments on gary bettmans Facebook page as you want, but NOTHING will come of it. I say we start a "fire Bettman" petition, but realistically the inside out jersey idea is much more effective. I'll be there with my jersey inside out my friend. And that's a promise. Even if it's just the two of us, I don't care. My voice WILL be heard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rey Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 And you've accomplished a lot by doing nothing? I agree with the OP, we should do something, anything. Ya, I'll admit, us Vancouver fans already have a terrible rep and it wouldn't get much better with a protest. But at least we'd be doing something. By sitting back and accepting the leagues decision to lockout the players we're telling them, as avid hockey fans, we support the idea. You can write as many angry comments on gary bettmans Facebook page as you want, but NOTHING will come of it. I say we start a "fire Bettman" petition, but realistically the inside out jersey idea is much more effective. I'll be there with my jersey inside out my friend. And that's a promise. Even if it's just the two of us, I don't care. My voice WILL be heard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tortorella's Rant Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 And you've accomplished a lot by doing nothing? I agree with the OP, we should do something, anything. Ya, I'll admit, us Vancouver fans already have a terrible rep and it wouldn't get much better with a protest. But at least we'd be doing something. By sitting back and accepting the leagues decision to lockout the players we're telling them, as avid hockey fans, we support the idea. You can write as many angry comments on gary bettmans Facebook page as you want, but NOTHING will come of it. I say we start a "fire Bettman" petition, but realistically the inside out jersey idea is much more effective. I'll be there with my jersey inside out my friend. And that's a promise. Even if it's just the two of us, I don't care. My voice WILL be heard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jägermeister Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 Nothing will come of any sort of protest. It's all about the money, and I seriously doubt anybody that ever gave their money to the NHL before will stay true to any promise that they will boycott the NHL once it returns, everybody will just be too happy that hockey is back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nuck nit Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 The NHL billionaire boys club games continue. Isn't it fun being a fan of a league that can't get their greedy acts together long enough to knife one another in the back? Vancouver Giants,local hockey of any sort is the answer. Of course,the Wolves will be great hockey for Canucks fans. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sugar baby watermelon Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 haha, 2nd riot in how many years, I don't think so Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CanuckCup1316 Posted September 19, 2012 Share Posted September 19, 2012 The best protest would be if and when the season starts, nobody show up to the first 3 home games. Both players and owners take us for granted. That would send a message that would actually hurt both sides. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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