DIBdaQUIB Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 I like the comments how he's now turning into a sniper just because he scored a laser tonight. What he is is a guy who can fill in any line and chip in in every aspect of the game. He doesn't have the talent to consistently produce good 2nd line numbers, but he's close enough and has enough hustle to be able to move up the line-up if need be. He may have a few higher scoring years, but I think he's in his prime right now. Great rounded middle 6 player, who's really beginning to become Burrows 2.0 for us (just with more speed and less offensive IQ). Can't not love the guy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pomorick Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 Hansen is essentially the equivalent of Burrows; a complete NHL forward. He is not a star player, but he is a top notch complementary player. On our team the Sedins are the star forwards. Kesler, Burrows and Hansen are the top support players closely followed by Raymond, Higgins and Lapierre. Kassian and Schroeder are rising stars. If Gillis can get a significant return on Louongo we will have a pretty solid team. I am thinking that Washington is the team that needs Louongo and has the assets to get him. Foresberg, a second and Johansen would be a fair trade that would benefit both teams. Washinton gets the goaltender they need and make the playoffs and maybe go all the way. We don't improve alot initially, but in the long run our prospects pool would be much improved plus Johansen could step in this year and perhaps immediatly improve the team. Holding on to Louongo hoping for more may be a waste of time and opportunity and for Washington continuing on with Ovie and Backstrom in their prime without trying to win a cup is a waste of time and opportuitity especially considering that they will have Kuznetsov and whomever they draft this year coming in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
visionchoice Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 any 2nd liner close to him in Canucks now? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil_314 Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 I'd use him in the 2nd line for sure, at least until Jensen or Kassian's developed or if Booth gets back to his old form. Kassian should play on the 3rd while Hansen can set up Kes for shots, until Zack proves he can play on the Top 6. Jannik and Raymond should be able to fly together with Kes pretty effectively. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeNiro Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 Unsung hero for sure. And deservedly so. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MoneypuckOverlord Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 He's really heading in that path. Reminds me of Alex Burrows before he legitly become a 2nd line player to be honest they play similar. They Both Hustle, they both grind, love it. Him playing in Finland is probably one of the best things he did in his hockey career, as he pretty much the goto guy for the team. When Kesler comes back its going to be Raymond Kesler Hansen. I cannot see it any other way unless Gillis finds us another winger at trade deadline. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derp... Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 If you combine Raymond and Booth you get Hansen. That is two second liners adding up to another second liner in my opinion. He can play 3rd just as well. He understands his game and what he supposed to do on the ice no matter who he's paired with. I'd say the most Coach-able player we have right now. Jannik "Raymooth" Hansen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cdubuya Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 I don't think he's a legit 2nd liner on a cup team but I've been very impressed by his play this year. Our teams most consistent player hands down. Ideally id like to see him, Mayray and Schroeder as a scoring 3rd line with Booth, Kes and an elite winger brought in as our 2nd. 4th line comes down to Kass, Sestito, Higgy, Lappy, Pinizotto with injuries and what not. Lose Cory or Lu whoever works best for a deal and we're good to go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raph Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 Hansen is a complete player and interchangable in any spot on the roster. He really has no bad attributes and him being on any line makes it better. He is definitely a capable 2nd line player. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MayRayDown Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 I like the comments how he's now turning into a sniper just because he scored a laser tonight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chronic.Canuck Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 Easily the hardest working canuck. I remember posting before the lockout saying something along the lines of hansen would score 30 goals this year. Obviously not now with the shortened season but I think 15 isn't too far out of reach with the remaining 20 games and the way he's been playing. I'll edit when I find the post on my computer later Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davinci Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 Wow I can't believe the positive response to this thread. If Hansen is a 2nd liner on this team I'll quit watching the Canucks....... speechless Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHodgson9 Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 Wow I can't believe the positive response to this thread. If Hansen is a 2nd liner on this team I'll quit watching the Canucks....... speechless Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kmotamed Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 Only in the absence of Kesler and Booth...! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MayRayDown Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 Wow I can't believe the positive response to this thread. If Hansen is a 2nd liner on this team I'll quit watching the Canucks....... speechless Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edlerberry Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 He saw much money Burrows got after Burrows took his pay cut (like Hansen did too) and so now he's playing for his $4.5m Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edlerberry Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 Wow I can't believe the positive response to this thread. If Hansen is a 2nd liner on this team I'll quit watching the Canucks....... speechless Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riviera82 Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 I like to refer to Hansen as a universal forward. He can work on any of the forward lines and be effective. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrock-763 Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 Can't wait for Jensen to get called up, then we would have two Great Danes!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davinci Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 Ha I'm the band wagoner?? I'm not the one calling for Hansen on the 2nd line after a decent season... He's a perfect 3rd liner, why put him somewhere we all know he can't live up to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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