J-23 Posted January 9, 2020 Share Posted January 9, 2020 (edited) On 12/16/2019 at 12:21 PM, joe-max said: Interestingly Kesler comes across as being a bit insecure and not arrogant at all. I also found his comments regarding Crow and his relation to Canucks fans interesting. The guy is genuinely hurt and I can't blame him. Was mad about him leaving for like the first year or so but then got over it. He was definitely most peoples favourite (although a lot of fans won’t admit that now). Can’t blame him now that I look back at it. He was still in his prime and wanted another shot at the cup, and we were trending towards a rebuild, downward direction. I think a lot of fans have got over it now, and some are still hurt about it. Players like Kes are rare to find these days… Also do believe he is trying to “repair” his relationship with Canuck fans. He doesn’t respond to tweets much, but responded to this Edited January 9, 2020 by J-23 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apollo Posted January 9, 2020 Share Posted January 9, 2020 2 hours ago, J-23 said: Was mad about him leaving for like the first year or so but then got over it. He was definitely most peoples favourite (although a lot of fans won’t admit that now). Can’t blame him now that I look back at it. He was still in his prime and wanted another shot at the cup, and we were trending towards a rebuild, downward direction. I think a lot of fans have got over it now, and some are still hurt about it. Players like Kes are rare to find these days… Also do believe he is trying to “repair” his relationship with Canuck fans. He doesn’t respond to tweets much, but responded to this Yup I was in the same boat... although I'd say my hate was longer than 1 year. I wasn't able to let go until I realized the trade was for the best and Ryan had earned his NTC. Vancouver fans are extremely passionate about their hockey and we just felt betrayed... so booing our guts out was the only solution at the time... it sure did create a good atmosphere every time he returned to Van. We didn't realize that the guy gives us a DECADE of guts and glory in Manitoba and Vancouver. He was a warrior like no other when he wore the iconic Orca on his chest. I think Ryan probably realizes that it was warranted when he got boo'd. It's been quite a few years though... and he deserves to be celebrated as the legend that he was. He deserved 3 or 4 more selkes in his career. Bergeron is as overrated as it gets. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Western Red Posted January 9, 2020 Share Posted January 9, 2020 10 hours ago, apollo said: Yup I was in the same boat... although I'd say my hate was longer than 1 year. I wasn't able to let go until I realized the trade was for the best and Ryan had earned his NTC. Vancouver fans are extremely passionate about their hockey and we just felt betrayed... so booing our guts out was the only solution at the time... it sure did create a good atmosphere every time he returned to Van. We didn't realize that the guy gives us a DECADE of guts and glory in Manitoba and Vancouver. He was a warrior like no other when he wore the iconic Orca on his chest. I think Ryan probably realizes that it was warranted when he got boo'd. It's been quite a few years though... and he deserves to be celebrated as the legend that he was. He deserved 3 or 4 more selkes in his career. Bergeron is as overrated as it gets. Good post, except for the last sentence. Bergeron is an unreal HOF player, not overrated an iota in my mind. I prioritize listening to the Pod. I cringe when Bieksa says 'no big deal' it's like a knockoff cola slogan for 'not a big deal' 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goalie13 Posted January 9, 2020 Share Posted January 9, 2020 I've been enjoying the podcast but the audio has been brutal. Hopefully they can get that figured out soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktcy2 Posted January 9, 2020 Share Posted January 9, 2020 Never hated Kes for leaving. What do you want the guy to do? Stay knowing that he will not get another chance? That, you might get from some people who have family ties or a local boy. Kesler was never that person so he did what he had to do. Get over it and stop booing next time he plays here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J-Dizzle Posted January 9, 2020 Share Posted January 9, 2020 3 hours ago, ktcy2 said: Never hated Kes for leaving. What do you want the guy to do? Stay knowing that he will not get another chance? That, you might get from some people who have family ties or a local boy. Kesler was never that person so he did what he had to do. Get over it and stop booing next time he plays here Was never mad at him for leaving, was mad that he demanded out AND would only go to one team. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Vancouver Connection Posted January 9, 2020 Share Posted January 9, 2020 Kesler sounds like someone died on that podcast. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WZRD Posted January 11, 2020 Share Posted January 11, 2020 On 1/9/2020 at 6:53 AM, goalie13 said: I've been enjoying the podcast but the audio has been brutal. Hopefully they can get that figured out soon. Good news. They both got new mics and they sound great now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goalie13 Posted January 11, 2020 Share Posted January 11, 2020 4 minutes ago, WZRD said: Good news. They both got new mics and they sound great now. Thanks for the heads-up. I have to go on a road trip for work next week. I'll be sure to download the latest edition. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WZRD Posted January 11, 2020 Share Posted January 11, 2020 3 minutes ago, goalie13 said: Thanks for the heads-up. I have to go on a road trip for work next week. I'll be sure to download the latest edition. The next episode drops tomorrow I believe. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goalie13 Posted January 11, 2020 Share Posted January 11, 2020 Just now, WZRD said: The next episode drops tomorrow I believe. Perfect timing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quinn12 Posted January 12, 2020 Share Posted January 12, 2020 On 1/9/2020 at 6:00 PM, J-Dizzle said: Was never mad at him for leaving, was mad that he demanded out AND would only go to one team. Well he said he’s go to Anaheim OR Anaheim, but yeah basically handcuffed us... I am over it now. Still wish we kept Bonino instead of getting Sutter though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skategal Posted January 14, 2020 Share Posted January 14, 2020 This makes my heart smile! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-DLC- Posted January 14, 2020 Share Posted January 14, 2020 ^ME TOO! The best. My son just sent it to me....so awesome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post AV's Coin Posted January 20, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted January 20, 2020 Episode 7 is by far the best. Unreal timing to have Kassian on of all players this week. 1 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
surtur Posted January 20, 2020 Share Posted January 20, 2020 11 hours ago, AV's Coin said: Episode 7 is by far the best. Unreal timing to have Kassian on of all players this week. Loved the Honesty from Kassian. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhillipBlunt Posted January 20, 2020 Share Posted January 20, 2020 That podcast is excellent. Those two are a treat to listen to. Frankly, anyone who has a bone to pick with Kesler should give this a listen, and the other six. 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
almo89 Posted January 21, 2020 Share Posted January 21, 2020 Kassian was awesome. The bit about him and Bieksa fighting each other in the elevator was hilarious. 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruilin96 Posted January 21, 2020 Share Posted January 21, 2020 Heard the podcast and can’t be happier for where Kassian is at with his life right now. I think he can be an inspiration for many players who are struggling with off ice challenges. Really wish he could’ve figured it out earlier and be the player he is right now with the Canucks. But he did say that it took until the accident in Montreal for him to really figured it out. Great character, very worthy of a listen. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aardvark Posted January 21, 2020 Share Posted January 21, 2020 #7 is the best episode so far. This podcast is slowly eroding my hatred for Kesler over how he handcuffed the team by putting so few teams on his trade list. Other than that black mark, Kesler is still my second favourite player from the last cup run team, behind Bieksa and just ahead of Lu and the twins. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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