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[PGT] Vancouver Canucks at New Jersey Devils | Feb. 28, 2022
Gawdzukes replied to -Vintage Canuck-'s topic in Canucks Talk
Yeah I agree 100% on Boudreau. He's been terrific and he was very honest and refreshing yesterday ... again. I think it will really inspire the team just seeing how he was almost speechless. I won't comment too much on Green because I don't know what went on in the room but I will admit he must share some of the blame but these are also some of the best hockey players on the planet so that only goes so far. They have to share at least some of the responsibility. I do agree as well Green was absolute horsesh!t in his post games. Having said that and to be honest I think it's mostly due to the set up of the team. A bulk of the guys driving the bus Petterson, Boeser, Hughes, Demko, Bo, Hoglander, Podkolzin, Highmore, Lammikko ... are so very young. Miller leads with good play but he's not exactly a Linden, Lidstrom, or Chelios I don't think. We mock these guys a lot on cdc but Beagle, Roussel, and even LE at least provided veteran leadership. Right now we have all the kids running around with no one to listen to doing whatever they want. Miller does whatever he wants to. Like he can't just tell players not to make dumb passes in their own end because he does it all the time. Pearson is probably a strong leader. There are guys like OEL, Schenn, and Hamonic around but it just hasn't been enough. Imagine having a player like Scott Walker, Corey Perry, or Giordano, on the bench telling guys like Petterson, and Hughes, stuff they can get away with or not on the ice. How to approach games, what to do in certain situations. Right now they're listening to themselves. I think it's a big factor. -
[PGT] Vancouver Canucks at New Jersey Devils | Feb. 28, 2022
Gawdzukes replied to -Vintage Canuck-'s topic in Canucks Talk
One other thing I'll mention is that there isn't much anyone can do about a backup goalie. He's the backup. Even with Ian Clark he can't just make him Demko. So when he starts you know what you're going to get. He's as good as he is. That's out of your control. What you can control as an everyday NHLer is what you do on the ice to help your backup goaltender and safeguard your team knowing you're not getting the same quality back there. That didn't happen yesterday unfortunately so if you're looking at the game next day trying to fix stuff at practice you're better off addressing the things you can like focus and decision making. I know Halak played bad but that's my take from a team point of view. It doesn't do much good $&!#ting on your backup for the next two days/month. -
[PGT] Vancouver Canucks at New Jersey Devils | Feb. 28, 2022
Gawdzukes replied to -Vintage Canuck-'s topic in Canucks Talk
If that's you way guys see it that's fine/reasonable(?). I guess Halak just lost the game for us then and we have no other concerns and shouldn't address any issues or hold any of the players responsible in any way. Not a big deal at all really. I will see you guys in round 1 of the playoffs. Go Go! -
[PGT] Vancouver Canucks at New Jersey Devils | Feb. 28, 2022
Gawdzukes replied to -Vintage Canuck-'s topic in Canucks Talk
I tell you if I was playing in this playoff race knowing Halak had a couple previous rough starts my whole focus 110% would be about getting the puck out of the zone and making sure Halak saw zero to few good shots during the game. I would approach it like I was fighting in a war. But no the OEL and Myers giveaways for goals were atrocious and inexcusable for a team that apparently had to win that game. -
[PGT] Vancouver Canucks at New Jersey Devils | Feb. 28, 2022
Gawdzukes replied to -Vintage Canuck-'s topic in Canucks Talk
I suppose you are right. I'am saying put the blame where it belongs ... the players. Not all the other excuses everyone is constantly coming up with. People here are honestly still blaming Green and everything else but the guys who play the game. -
[PGT] Vancouver Canucks at New Jersey Devils | Feb. 28, 2022
Gawdzukes replied to -Vintage Canuck-'s topic in Canucks Talk
You know this place and team are hilarious actually. Number 1 it's GREEN's fault, it's also JB's fault, it's Halak's fault, it's Covid's fault, it's Green's fault still, it's Chiasson's fault, it's Hamonic's fault, it's the US Border's fault, it's Aquilini's fault, it's Dr. Bonnie's fault, it's Petan's fault, it's Bettman's fault, it's the Leaf's fault, it's Alf's fault, it's Hunt's fault, and it's Green's fault again. It's everyone else's fault except the players that play the games and keep playing like crap. For crying out loud take a look in the mirror and own up for once! -
[PGT] Vancouver Canucks at New Jersey Devils | Feb. 28, 2022
Gawdzukes replied to -Vintage Canuck-'s topic in Canucks Talk
lol, does it really matter? we suck and we're stuck with Halak unless he walks away, no one in their right mind will want him as bad as halak was Myers and OEL were just as bad and the rest of the team we're right there behind them. even Bruce is out of ideas it seems, trade ... some people haha -
[PGT] Vancouver Canucks at New Jersey Devils | Feb. 28, 2022
Gawdzukes replied to -Vintage Canuck-'s topic in Canucks Talk
Stinky hockey again. -
[Speculation] Canucks exploring Tyler Myers trade
Gawdzukes replied to brian42's topic in Trades, Rumours, Signings
I think you missed my point. I didn't say I didn't like Myers or don't think he's doing a good job. In fact I said the opposite. I was just saying I don't want 6 of them back there. Did you see the play yesterday in the third period where he was facing the corner boards and played it blind between his legs directly in front of the net with not a single Canuck anywhere around? I could be wrong but if I'm the other coach I'm telling my team to dump it in the left corner every play. You have Schenn who can barely skate and never rushes the puck, Hamonic who isn't much quicker, and Myers who is fast when he gets going but slower than both of them from a stand still. Maybe I'm completely off my rocker but last time I checked mobility was a pretty key attribute in the NHL. To be clear I'm not downgrading Myers but suggesting our defence may be a little slow and immobile overall. I'm sorry if I offended your sensibilities I-Batch. -
[Speculation] Canucks exploring Tyler Myers trade
Gawdzukes replied to brian42's topic in Trades, Rumours, Signings
I agree he's been pretty good lately. He's unique, he's big, and fast for a big guy, but I vehemently disagree with wishing we had more like him. While they offer a unique skill set you can really only have so many over-sized, awkward, immobile players on the backend. If we have Myers back there we need to compliment him with guys that are quick and have good puck skills so we don't get targeted. For how decent Myers is he's continually turning the puck over in our end due to poor puck skills, and slow, unsure, decision making. You can hide a guy to two like this in the line-up but anymore and the opposing coach will game-plan for that. -
[Rumour] J.T. Miller Trade/Contract Talks
Gawdzukes replied to Podzilla's topic in Trades, Rumours, Signings
lol, beat me to it -
[Rumour] J.T. Miller Trade/Contract Talks
Gawdzukes replied to Podzilla's topic in Trades, Rumours, Signings
I think they'd rather go after Miller who can play anywhere and is also a Center. He adds toughness and intangibles that Boeser doesn't. He can also play next year for cheap and replace Strome in the eventuality he doesn't re-sign. Boeser would be a pure rental as there is no way they re-sign him. I highly doubt they go Boeser, they would look elsewhere. -
[Rumour] J.T. Miller Trade/Contract Talks
Gawdzukes replied to Podzilla's topic in Trades, Rumours, Signings
Never heard that anywhere. I thought he looked real good. Jumped down low for high quality chances twice. Looked like a veteran. Sublime and Tanev like in his demeaner but way better offensive instincts. Definitely see the pedigree there. -
[Rumour] J.T. Miller Trade/Contract Talks
Gawdzukes replied to Podzilla's topic in Trades, Rumours, Signings
I wouldn't give him more than the 25c an hour I made on my first job as a paperboy. If you can't handle being a man and doing life the hard way the Canucks don't want ya! -
[Rumour] J.T. Miller Trade/Contract Talks
Gawdzukes replied to Podzilla's topic in Trades, Rumours, Signings
I'm just saying you don't seem to be accounting for a decline which is almost certain. You can't play elite sports forever. Do you really want to saddled with an $8m contract for 3 or 4 years right when we're entering our prime and he's in decline? -
[Rumour] J.T. Miller Trade/Contract Talks
Gawdzukes replied to Podzilla's topic in Trades, Rumours, Signings
Exactly right. Miller is a great player but hockey is hard, NHL hockey is even harder. Take the emotion out of it and it seems to be the logical move. I hope we make good hockey decisions for once instead of catering to the fans dream world fantasies. For once I'd like to see some masterful hockey moves made and some short term pain for the betterment of the team. -
[Rumour] J.T. Miller Trade/Contract Talks
Gawdzukes replied to Podzilla's topic in Trades, Rumours, Signings
He'll be 30 before he plays a single game of that contract. Are you telling me you have zero concerns. How does a 4x9 LE contract grab you?