fanfor42 Posted February 13, 2013 Share Posted February 13, 2013 I'm noticing more repect for the Canucks than in previous years coming recently from the media and even from fans. Maybe the goalie situation that has been picked to death - yet they both continue to play well. Maybe Kesler and Booth out while the team continues to play well. Maybe the realization that two straight pres cups mean something. Maybe the emergence of young players, Kassian, Schroeder, Tanev. I dunno. But it is noticeable. The goofs still hack on them. But in general, there seems to be more respect shown. It bodes well. There is a calm descending where people are acepting the Canucks as a great team. This has not always been the case. I know that this is a subjective assessment. I'm just suggesting that if you look for it it is there. Yes, there are examples of the opposite. There always will be. But in general, there is a measurable difference in the respect being shown to this team on blogs, chat boards and in the media. Something for Canuck fans to appreciate as this team's due. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canadaguy_25 Posted February 13, 2013 Share Posted February 13, 2013 I've noticed the same thing. Even on TSN articles, the amount of trolls have dropped off a bit. You still get the butt-hurt Alberta fans, but not as many. It also seems like opposing teams aren't taking so many runs at our players. Hopefully it keeps up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MashedBananas Posted February 13, 2013 Share Posted February 13, 2013 I've noticed too. Last year EVERYONE was bashing us, but this year, not nearly as many people are. It's a huge difference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j3ff Posted February 13, 2013 Share Posted February 13, 2013 +1 You know what they say; respect is earned, not given. Damn right we've earned that **** (especially the Sedins with their continually level-headed, unselfish attitudes) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Watermelons Posted February 13, 2013 Share Posted February 13, 2013 The Kassian Effect. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NightHawkSniper Posted February 13, 2013 Share Posted February 13, 2013 People are always jealous of the best Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christophe Posted February 13, 2013 Share Posted February 13, 2013 The more successful you are, the more hate you get. Plain and simple. Last year we got tons of flack because we beat every team the year before except for Boston Game # 7. Last year we got eliminated in the first round, which means the majority of jealousy is thrown towards the teams that advance further. The only real hate we'll still be getting is from butt hurt division rivals that are tired of getting stomped by the Canucks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dogbyte Posted February 13, 2013 Share Posted February 13, 2013 I'm noticing more repect for the Canucks than in previous years coming recently from the media and even from fans. Maybe the goalie situation that has been picked to death - yet they both continue to play well. Maybe Kesler and Booth out while the team continues to play well. Maybe the realization that two straight pres cups mean something. Maybe the emergence of young players, Kassian, Schroeder, Tanev. I dunno. But it is noticeable. The goofs still hack on them. But in general, there seems to be more respect shown. It bodes well. There is a calm descending where people are acepting the Canucks as a great team. This has not always been the case. I know that this is a subjective assessment. I'm just suggesting that if you look for it it is there. Yes, there are examples of the opposite. There always will be. But in general, there is a measurable difference in the respect being shown to this team on blogs, chat boards and in the media. Something for Canuck fans to appreciate as this team's due. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CanucksSayEh Posted February 13, 2013 Share Posted February 13, 2013 Just wait till we're in 1st again, then the hate will creep back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Understand Posted February 13, 2013 Share Posted February 13, 2013 how come no one seems to hate the Hawks? They still have not lost in reg. yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CanucksSayEh Posted February 13, 2013 Share Posted February 13, 2013 how come no one seems to hate the Hawks? They still have not lost in reg. yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TOMapleLaughs Posted February 13, 2013 Share Posted February 13, 2013 1. Added maturity level of the team as a whole has increased quite a bit. 2. A bit less diving. But early season. 3. Luongo's twitter account is loved by all. And he's back to elite form. Great combo to have. 4. Not as much cockiness it seems. 5. Youth injection. 6. 'Goaltending controversy' story has all but died. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pwnstar Posted February 13, 2013 Share Posted February 13, 2013 indeed, i noticed it as well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Aerosex Posted February 13, 2013 Share Posted February 13, 2013 We're still top 3 most hated teams/fanbases in hockey. But I do agree that the team has matured and is getting more respect. There was a perceived arrogance around the Canucks in 2011, and then 2012 was just the aftermath with a first-round upset rubbing salt in the wounds. I think time (especially with the long layoff from the lock-out) has made the hype around them die down a bit, and the team definitely is more down to earth this year, though that doesn't mean they still aren't great and confident. People take notice of the Sedins' steadfast class and quiet determination, of Luongo and Schneider really being a relaxed tandem now, and of the close-knit locker room. It does make them more likeable, even to other fans. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burr's bandwagon Posted February 13, 2013 Share Posted February 13, 2013 I'm noticing more repect for the Canucks than in previous years coming recently from the media and even from fans. Maybe the goalie situation that has been picked to death - yet they both continue to play well. Maybe Kesler and Booth out while the team continues to play well. Maybe the realization that two straight pres cups mean something. Maybe the emergence of young players, Kassian, Schroeder, Tanev. I dunno. But it is noticeable. The goofs still hack on them. But in general, there seems to be more respect shown. It bodes well. There is a calm descending where people are acepting the Canucks as a great team. This has not always been the case. I know that this is a subjective assessment. I'm just suggesting that if you look for it it is there. Yes, there are examples of the opposite. There always will be. But in general, there is a measurable difference in the respect being shown to this team on blogs, chat boards and in the media. Something for Canuck fans to appreciate as this team's due. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TOMapleLaughs Posted February 13, 2013 Share Posted February 13, 2013 We're only in the top-3 most-hated blah, blah, blah lists in TO. Go anywhere else and they'd be like 'Who?' or 'Good team' or 'Yeah we hate those stinkin' Flyas fans.' Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TOMapleLaughs Posted February 13, 2013 Share Posted February 13, 2013 Okay almost anywhere else. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DownUndaCanuck Posted February 13, 2013 Share Posted February 13, 2013 2 straight Presidents Trophies will do it. Chicago will not keep this run going, so get ready to make it 3. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FlyLow_ Posted February 13, 2013 Share Posted February 13, 2013 What's not to like, this team is straight out working every single team they play. I must be dreaming.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaNuCk_in_NzL Posted February 13, 2013 Share Posted February 13, 2013 I'm noticing more repect for the Canucks than in previous years coming recently from the media and even from fans. Maybe the goalie situation that has been picked to death - yet they both continue to play well. Maybe Kesler and Booth out while the team continues to play well. Maybe the realization that two straight pres cups mean something. Maybe the emergence of young players, Kassian, Schroeder, Tanev. I dunno. But it is noticeable. The goofs still hack on them. But in general, there seems to be more respect shown. It bodes well. There is a calm descending where people are acepting the Canucks as a great team. This has not always been the case. I know that this is a subjective assessment. I'm just suggesting that if you look for it it is there. Yes, there are examples of the opposite. There always will be. But in general, there is a measurable difference in the respect being shown to this team on blogs, chat boards and in the media. Something for Canuck fans to appreciate as this team's due. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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