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  1. We need Burr back as a coach yelling "crash da net" at him Jakes got decent hands, I think he'd pot more than 10 but we'll see.
  2. really? which one? i just remember stuff like this: A formidable adversary for any challenger, Jake Virtanen is an imposing power forward in the truest sense. Possesses a non-stopping motor and creates an abundance of on-ice energy when throwing his weight around and establishing his physical presence. Exhibits world-class skating ability, and can blow by defenders just as easily as he can go through them. Stands up for his teammates and never backs down from a challenge. Displays a wicked, NHL-level release that challenges goaltenders of all skill levels. Becoming a recognizable asset when playing a more defensive role as well. All-in-all, a physical power forward that has the character traits, work ethic, and individual skills to pose a threat to whoever stands in his way. (Curtis Joe, EP 2015) - See more at: http://www.eliteprospects.com/player.php?player=120197#sthash.vJ8ZFOm1.dpuf
  3. Bob is talking more about Jake being immature, vs. a lack of "IQ" per se. A big physical forecheck player doesn't need to be an intellectual artist and I think Green will be able to give him a plan he can follow to be successful. It seemed to me that Willie had the kid confused a lot of the time. Maybe he showed him Pronger vids.
  4. Jake seemed to think pretty highly of Green as well in some interviews, so that give me hope that we have a coach that can give Jake a plan that he can follow. Jake was also a good skater before he went down and i'm expecting him to be even better coming back up having leaned down a bit.
  5. The Canucks should set up a contest for post number 4,000,000. That has to be a league fan base record. 

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    2. Rob_Zepp

      Rob_Zepp

      A lot were deleted as I used to have nearly 1000 posts and then while playing for a bit in Europe didn't log in for two seasons and voila, back down to about 100.   I am sure I am not alone in that.

    3. -DLC-

      -DLC-

      Doin' my part.

    4. Xbox

      Xbox

      We have an amazing moderation staff. Blessed be all of our mods/admins. Not a job I'd ever want to do lol but they keep the place sane.

  6. Maybe the title of this can be changed so the thread can stay open? I think he'll be back soon as a coach. Burrows? Did We Really Need Him?
  7. JM_

    Anton Rodin | RW/LW

    wow this would be nice.... we'd have something approaching decent depth if this happens. Green could roll 4 lines and have some new options on the PP and there's a lot of competition for bottom 6 spots, and some interesting new trade possibilities. Sedin-Sedin-Granlund Loui-Bo-Boeser Boucher/Baer-Sutter-Goldy/Rodin/Virtanen Boucher/Dorsett-Gaunce-Virtanen Crammer/Molino
  8. Looks like Le Pen is getting thrashed in the French election. Chalk one up for sanity today. 

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    2. JM_

      JM_

      @gerry35 compared to the alternative? yup. 

    3. Nuxfanabroad

      Nuxfanabroad

      Dude just wants to win so he can get Brigiite Bardot into bed...

    4. SabreFan1

      SabreFan1

      I'm gonna guess that's a solid NO on Bardot... lol

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  9. So.... Lucic is complaining about goalie interference.....

     

     

     

    K_hpNtV9_bigger.jpgFrank SeravalliVerified account @frank_seravalli

     

    Lucic: "If someone knows what goalie interference is anymore, please call me and tell me."

  10. is this the most boring IIHF worlds team Canada has had?  I have zero interest in watching this. 

     

    http://www.iihfworlds2017.com/en/teams/#CAN

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    2. JM_

      JM_

      Germans? :lol: (sorry couldn't help it. we'll prob lose to the US in the finals now)

    3. SabreFan1

      SabreFan1

      Eichel peppered the German goalie with 10 shots on just his own, but the goalie was a brick wall today.  That and Team USA sucks again this year.

    4. JM_

      JM_

      sign that goalie Jim! 

  11. people telling me I'm cranky when I'm feeling cranky, that really annoys me in the moment.
  12. Japan is amazing. Too bad nothing happens there <_<

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    2. Angry Goose

      Angry Goose

      id like to visit one day

    3. Nuxfanabroad

      Nuxfanabroad

      @Western Red

       

      It's from a movie with Scarlett Johansen & Bill Murray

       

      Lost In Translation

       

      Highly recommended

    4. JM_
  13. Lack back as a waiver wire pick up next year? Tacos anyone? 

    1. ken kaniff

      ken kaniff

      Honestly would love to have Lack back. He was such a great guy 

  14. so... like one of them? Not being flippant, just want to know how many places to set for dinner
  15. OK @J.R. I'm going to listen to your Green dude during the debate tonight 

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    2. VanGnome

      VanGnome

      Why should he, or any other politician? I don't care how smooth (or not) talking my preferred candidate is, I care that they adequately, sincerely and honestly talk about the issues that matter to me.

       

      Christy Clark is way too disingenuous, and just comes off as smarmy.

      Horgan is just a giant blow horn, he even *looks* like a typical figure head/pawn (bought and paid for by the unions).

    3. JM_

      JM_

      @debluvscanucks :lol: yah he was pretty worked up. I think Horgan underestimated him a bit tho. 

    4. -DLC-

      -DLC-

      I didn't get to see much but he was SO intense.  To the point I couldn't listen to him.  As for the "why should he?".   Well you want people to listen...that's sort of the point.  It's not about being smooth, it's about being calm and in control.  He raised my bp.

  16. If Green lets the kids learn from their mistakes and brings more pushback to the team then I'm happy. 

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    2. Roger Neilsons Towel

      Roger Neilsons Towel

      ^Hahahaha. I actually laughed out loud at that one. That was a good one Joe! A real zinger! :lol:

    3. stonecoldstevebernier

      stonecoldstevebernier

      I like Green's way of handling young players' mistakes. He'll scratch them, then put them in next game with regular minutes and let them respond. I can only hope Green follows a similar philosophy in the NHL. For WD it was a scratch, play them 5 minutes, bench them for the third period, scratch them again.

    4. smithers joe

      smithers joe

      if the team is healthy, their record will be better. if they get more scoring, they will do better. of course, if those things happen, that would have happened for willie too. 

  17. Kovalchuck wants to come back to the NHL.... so Tram's coming back too right? I need more time...... 

  18. hey what do you think the chances are that Mike Gillis ends up as GM in Buffalo? Any news there on that?

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    2. SabreFan1

      SabreFan1

      @Chip KellyNo idea.  Haven't watched a beauty pageant since I was a teen.  I only even watched them then because there was no internet porn.  Dark days..... :(

    3. Pears

      Pears

      @Nuxfanabroad Kevin Costner? He's got some draft day experience

    4. luckylager

      luckylager

      Two of my colleagues think Mike can be bought... I don't agree.

       

      Guess we'll see eh

  19. I'm just fine with this, he'll probably be in the top league there, and will get good experience there too, particularly if he's not physically ready for the AHL.
  20. Dear Mr. Benning, please offer Bo more than 2 years... 

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    2. JM_

      JM_

      I just hate the idea leaving it on the table without using it. Oh well at least he didn't go to Toronto. 

    3. HerrDrFunk

      HerrDrFunk

      I imagine Bo will probably get serious term and make some bank with his new contract. I wouldn't be surprised if they skip the bride deal and just go straight to a Scheifele level contract.

    4. J-23

      J-23

      i want at least a 4 + year contract with Bo.

  21. So I'm on to "bargaining" in the 7 stages of Tryamkin.... 

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    2. Ghostsof1915

      Ghostsof1915

      So they fire the coach that didn't give him ice time, and he then bolts with a lame excuse. Don't blame Benning. 

    3. JM_

      JM_

      @Ghostsof1915 Now that I've stopped swearing about it, the nagging thing that remains for me is why only 2 years? From a negotiation pov it seems like Jim left term on the table. Nik may have still said no, but at least we would have done all we could. 

       

      But, its all pirogies under the tank now, or whatever the Russian saying is. 

    4. Ghostsof1915
  22. Sounds like Benning offered Nikita a 2 year extension, so now I'm just sad. This team. 

    1. Tortorella's Rant

      Tortorella's Rant

      Watch us fall in the lottery. Probably 5th. Can't &^@#ing win. 

  23. I'm so po'd about how the Canucks handled Tryamkin I'm ready to believe @Alflives about ownership meddling. 

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    2. JM_

      JM_

      @Green Building i understand that, but it makes no sense to extend Hutton mid-season and not this guy as well. I'll wait to hear what Benning says about this before making a decision but this is the kind of thing this team can't afford, you can't bleed young talent during a rebuild, particularly for nothing. If Benning comes back saying this was a surprise move then its hard for me to continue to support him, you have to be more in touch with your team. But lets wait for the presser. 

    3. Winter Soldier

      Winter Soldier

      I don't understand how those two points are related.

    4. Quantum

      Quantum

      We'll still have Tryamkin's rights because he's an RFA. Due to him bolting, I think by qualifying him we'll have his rights until 2022... so he if wants to return to the NHL, it'll have to be with the Canucks.

       

      This may be a blessing in disguise, though. The good news is that Tryamkin signed a 1 year deal, so he could come back at the tail end of next season like he did last year. That, and Tryamkin's departure (gulp), does pave a way for the Canucks to get Juolevi into the lineup without it being too crowded. It also means a guy like Evan McEney and/or Jordan Subban can legitmately earn a roster spot next year too. Hell, now Pedan may finally be in line to capture an extra d-man slot on the team next season too. Tryamkin's arrival did push Pedan down the depth chart.

       

      Tryamkin probably saw how crowded the Canucks d-core was and bulked at it. With Gudbranson's return next season, it meant that his best shot was being a Number 5 defenseman which probably (and did) not sit well with Tryamkin. That and it seems he was still unhappy with how he was treated last Fall. If anything, it shows that Tryamkin has a bit of a diva behavior so it might be good for him to mature for a year in the KHL before returning to get serious in the NHL.

       

      Either way, losing Tryamkin blows hard.

  24. Thats Bennings call, but I'm sure he'll lean heavily on Green's assessment. It seems like Jake has done a lot to try to get better, so my bet is he gets another crack at making the team next season.
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