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    [PTO] Travis Hamonic with Canucks

    in Trades, Rumours, Signings

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    12 minutes ago, Hamhuis Hip Check said:

    Could be harder to make trades this year if players have to quarantine to cross the border. I cant imagine american teams trading with canadian teams if the player isn’t available for potentially 5 games, and with how close the Canadian division should be there probably wont be any sellers at the deadline

    Honestly didn't think of that aspect of it at all. Fair point. 

     

     

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    Pettersson podcast appearance sets off Twitter storm.

    in Canucks Talk

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    I honestly have no idea why people are against or are quick to denounce Spittin Chiclets. Spittin Chiclets is not only approachable for hockey fans but sports fans in general. Damn, people in general. I can't think of a single thing within hockey for the past 50 years that makes the game more approachable for fans. The world is different now. We access information in new ways and we also want to intake that information differently. I have friends who have never been fans of hockey that have listened to that podcast and are now asking me more and more questions about the game. It's the simple fact that it isn't just about hockey it's about the person wearing that uniform. Their funny stories that probably would never see the light of day if it weren't for this podcast. 

     

    EP and Quinn wrestled each other at that rookie event the Canucks have. How funny is that? 

     

    Petey talks about how he wants to show the fans more of his personality using social media. Going on the #1 podcast for hockey is doing just that. It was a treat to listen to. I went on a 2 hour walk just to finish the episode in one sitting and people must have thought i was mental walking around laughing and with a big grin on my face. Petey talks about the difference between being a player in the NBA or the NFL when it comes to expressing themselves. Aren't we all tired of the "get pucks in deep" "he's a big body player" type of useless hockey insights that we as a community are forcing onto players? I don't want that. I want NHL players to have space to express themselves so this game can grow to a wider audience. 

     

    Biz said it best himself. They are on the Barstool platform because it allows them to say whatever the f**k they want without having some publicist at TSN or Sportsnet telling them no. Why do you think Bieksa was so praised when he was involved with Sportsnet? - it was because he broke the norm of boring sports journalism. If you prefer that, great, don't click play or download episode. Nothing is forcing you to listen. 

     

    Or do we all prefer Sportsnets "let's connect with our younger audience so we hire a screaming into the camera massive Leafs fan in Steve Dangle because he's a youtuber" approach?

     

    Take a hike. 

     

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    [Trade] Golden Knights trade Nate Schmidt to Canucks for 2022 3rd-round pick

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    2 hours ago, Canuck Surfer said:

    I am a bit perplexed?

     

    I think Schmidt is a great player.  A natural lefty that plays well on the right. A top pairing LHD? 

     

    Maybe we dont sign Alex Edler next off season either.   

     

     

    My real take is we still have moves to make. But Nate Schmidt is a really good get.

    Yup, also thought about Edler when I saw the trade announced. Schmidt is at 5.9 and Edler at 6. Eddie won't sign a new deal at close to or near 6 mil again if he's going to play past his current contract so I defintley see him as the long-term replacement for Edler. Canucks will be looking to add another top 4D next season as well. 

    [Signing] Canadiens sign Tyler Toffoli

    in Trades, Rumours, Signings

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    3 minutes ago, NewbieCanuckFan said:

    Because Benning is actually planning for what he has to deal with not just this season but in the season(s) where Hughes & EP contract's have to be extended.  It essentially means short-term pain for long-term gain.  Most GM's only think about the short-term as their job security depends on that.  Disagree with what Benning all you want, but he's acting on the team's best long range interests and not HIS own short-term interests.

     

    Can't have too many players on longer term deals.

    Don't mean this to be directed at you. 

     

    Been tooting this horn as well but I can't see the Canucks offices or zoom calls being super relaxed right now. I think there is a lot of head scratching and sweaty palms and that worries me. That could mean desperation. That also means big mistakes. What do we even have left to give up in trades to fill these roster spots?

     

    Or it could be some super plan behind the scenes that nobody knows about. It's unclear which one it is and that is very disconcerting. Yucky feeling right now.

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    Jim Benning Proved Me Wrong

    in Canucks Talk

    Posted · Edited by DeltaSwede

    4 hours ago, kanucks25 said:

    If everything works out, sure. IMO Hamonic is a downgrade on Tanev, but he if he can play up to his top potential then he's a fine replacement.

     

    And then Markstrom, who has been lights out for about the last season and a half; Holtby is coming off a terrible season + two not-so-great seasons prior, and Demko (although incredible in the playoffs) has to prove he can carry the #1 load over the course of a full season.

     

    If these two things work out (+ Toffoli), we are sort of back to square 1. But the point was to improve, however it looks like it won't be possible this summer to due some of the contracts that have been talked about a lot already. Really, because management is either unwilling or incapable of moving out cap, we'll have to be patient (some more) while cap clears up.

    It's really just an unfortunate situation to find yourself in with the whole flat cap situation. That wasn't really in the Benning "plan" of things to happen but it is also the reality of 30 other teams. We need to somehow, while its near impossible, move out cap while retaining our valueable assets. It's a mission impossible situation. It's forced our hand to do what is right for the future outlook of the team and those things are actually happening. Sadly that means not giving term and having to let go off both Marky and Tanny and could also mean regression next season. Those massive bottom six contracts that we still have kicking around were also signed with the understanding that the cap had been rising consistently for.. how long? I don't even know. But these contracts wouldn't look so bad if the cap was rising to 88 for 2022 instead of 81,5. We could have fit everyone in. I don't really hold that against Benning for x amount of reasons that have been discussed to death already.  We aren't as f***ed as some other teams and maybe that's some sense of comfort. 

     

    Like you said, goal posts are always moving, but that's been forced upon us. Things have changed. We acquired Toffoli before the season was shut down and the flat cap became a reality. Prior to that it was a really savy move to complete our top 6 while moving out parts that were expendable. Toff did everything we could have wished him to do and we would have been able to retain him if the cap situation didn't change out of the blue. Maybe we manage to do that still. 

     

    As things stand, I'm happy with our goaltending situation. I understand that there could be a concern from fans in regards to this but I feel that there are just as many positive outcomes or possibilities as there are question marks. Ian Clark is really good at his job and Holtby will benefit from that. Demko must be super motivated to get things started. The entire league is shifting to having a cheaper tandem situation in net. Goalies are so good now. Gone are the days of the Carey Price and Henrik Lundqvist contracts. Markström will help Calgary for now, but he can also wind up being a massive anchor for their team the last few years of that contract. Thumbs up to Benning for avoiding that situation for the future. We are betting on ourselves and on our youth. That's never the wrong answer in terms of the future.  

     

    Defense - Too early right now but yea.. super concerning as things stand. Black hole type of situation. Things will happen here though. Hopefully. It's actually crazy how bad things would be if nothing happens. Bottom 3 team easily. 

     

    Hughes - Myers (it works but not as good as Hughes+Tanev)

    Edler - Juolevi (Edler is what 36 going into next year and paired with an injury riddled rookie that's punching way above his weight in a top4 role)

    Benn - Chatfield/Rafferty (AHL fodder)

     

    Forwards - We are fine here actually. We might take a step back but heres to hoping what we lose is gained by the development of our young players. Boeser could really use a "bounce back" type of season and the team could really really use that with how things are going. I am confident in our top 6 as it stands. I think it will be good for Jake to have a bigger opening for top 6 minutes. At the same time I would love it if Jake was traded for a young RHD and we end up signing Toff instead. That's a both for today and tomorrow.  

     

    Our cap situation is a lot better than what a lot of people make it out to be. Sure it might slap us in the face this year but that's the reality of most teams in the league right now. Colorado is in a dream situation and they haven't really accomplished anything other than doing one over on Bowman so far. 

     

    I guess we all want these guys to be in the playoffs next year as well because we got a taste of it this year and man was it sweet. However, my focus is on 2 years from now. When our window should really be opening. In 2 years time we are in a similar situation to Colorado. That I am really looking forward to. Dead weight is gone. Cap has shifted to our young star players and we got plenty and plenty of cap space to sign and trade for key players. I'd rather every single move that happens this off-season is done with a focus on that rather than to pay a lot for moving out a dead weight contract like Sutter who is only on the books for another year. Take the hit today and benefit more in the future I reckon. Maybe all of this is a blessing in disguise or maybe I am just desperately trying to spin this into something positive. 

     

    Honestly it could probably be really smart to hold onto as many young players and draft picks as possible and just take this next year as a slap in the face. I want them to go after UFAs because we are gonna HAVE to fill the holes. We can call it "character" building and we end up picking up another big prospect. I don't know how I feel about it but.. yea. I just hope none of it disturbs this beauty of events that is about to happen: 

     

    In 1 year: 

    - No Spooner buyout (1 mil)

    - No Brandon Sutter (4.3 mil)

    - No Baertschi (3.5 mil)

     

    In 2 years:

    - All of the above

    - No Luongo recapture (3 mil)

    - No Loui Eriksson (6 mil)

    - No Roussel (3 mil)

    - No Beagle (3 mil)

    - No Ferland who either retires or goes on LTIR (3.5 mil)

     

     

    We are still "paying" for sucking for so many years. Wish that part was over but we are not there yet and if you think about it we actually shouldn't be there just yet either. We exceeded expectations this year and maybe we should reflect on our expectations. Would we be panicking as much if we didn't make it to the playoffs this past year? I don't think we would. 

     

    P.S

    If Benning ends up getting fired over the next two years, I would predict that getting that the Vancouver job could easily be the most attractive destination to land for people in hockey management. You are stepping into a dream scenario. #1C, #1D and most likely a #1G as well with lot's and lot's of cap space to use to surround them. Give me the job.  

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    Do Canuck fans think Benning is a great GM?

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    In all honesty, it's not looking good at all right now but it's also super early. I've got a lot of faith in our management group and I think they'll continue to be one of the most active teams in terms of trade calls. We kinda s**t the bed in free agency if things remain the way they are right now but I was also happy to "miss out" on Barrie and Shattenkirk. 

     

    My initial reaction on the Holtby signing was very positive even though I knew then that Marky wasn't staying. The deal and the situation it creates is ideal for the future of this team. We are good in goal still and I seriously think Demko is the real deal. He's just gotten better every single step of the way. Split the net next season and then move on to a 60/40 type split with whoever is the better goalie. 

     

    I think the Canucks will take a serious look at signing Travis Hamonic to replace Stecher on that bottom pairing. Just my gut feeling and looking at the market of what's available. But the Canucks also need to get rid of some cap and that's really what I am actually concerned about. 

     

    JB needs to somehow trade Brandon Sutter without giving up Hoglander, Podkolzin, or Rathbone. I wonder if Mike DiPietro could interest some teams as the add on but he wouldn't come alone either, it would have to be a draft pick as well. Sutter, Dipietro and a 2022 2nd round pick to Detroit for a 2021 5th round pick. Detroit need centers and they also could use a very good goalie prospect in their system. 

     

    There are just so many avenues this can go down that it's impossible to judge JB right now because he's not exactly finished.

     

    If this ends up going belly up I would be very surprised if JB remains as GM of this team past this next year. Hoping management manages to fill in the blanks on the roster for next year but yea it's concerning when our defensive core could look like this: 

     

    Hughes - Myers

    Edler - Juolevi

    Benn - Chatfield

    Rafferty

     

    Go out and grab a young RHD via trade somehow without losing a significant roster piece is going to be very very difficult and that concerns me. 

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    What impressed you the most?

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    48 minutes ago, filthycanuck said:

    Tyler Motte played his way from being a spare part to possibly being part of the main core. After Demko, I dont think anybody's stock rose more than Motte's. I hope he gets a decent raise and nice term because he's a good one.

    I would go long-term on Motte ala Poille in Nashville. What more can you ask for from a bottom 6 player? Probably played with the most determination on the entire team. Relentless on the fore-check, back-check, blocking shots, scoring timely goals etc. To have that role and still be one of, if not the most impressive player this post-season, I don't know. I'm in awe. 

     

    We had Petey score 18 points, Hughes breaking rookie records, Demko.. and still.. Tyler freaking Motte. 

     

     

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    Chris Tanev AKA Dad

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    I just can't see Toffoli being the priority over Chris Tanev. I would be absolutely shocked if the Canucks don't see it the same way. The only way I see Toff being (barring cap clearing trades) signed is if the ask for Tanev is too high. My "too high" is anything north of 6 mil. Both Edler and Myers are making 6 mil a year, I don't see how Tanevs agent won't use that as an argument for his contract. Guy desevers more money than both Edler and Myers. 

     

    I think the only way we are retaining Toffoli is by trading someone. Is he that much of an upgrade over Pearson for example? Pearson is probably the guy to be moved if they are going to try to fit Toff as well. 

     

    I think JB needs to really be agressive and try to move one of our higher cap hits in the bottom six. I think the likeliest there is Rous. 

     

     

    Justin Bailey | #95 | RW

    in Alumni

    Posted

    1 hour ago, GoldenAlien said:

    Seems like Benning has taken notice:

     

    SN: You just had your pro scouting meetings, five weeks ahead of the Feb. 24 trade deadline. Are those meetings more fun when you may actually be a buyer at the deadline after several years of trying to sell assets?

     

    JB: We’re getting to a point now where we’ve drafted well and are developing players in the minors. We’ve got guys down there that we need to get them some games up here. (Justin) Bailey has three hat tricks. He’s playing good and it would be nice to have a look at him (in the NHL). We’ve had some defencemen (like Brogan Rafferty) who have had good seasons and we’d like to get a look at them. There are some players down there now ready to play NHL games.

     

    SN: How does that impact your deadline thinking?

     

    JB: In other years, we were scrambling to find players. Now we’ve got guys who are waiting for their chance. That’s exciting for us.

    I mean this is the aim right? It really should be the aim if it's not. 

     

    The farm should function as a conveyor belt of on the cusp NHLers. Trade the ones that are replaceable for more assets while replacing them with in house talent. And the cycle begins again. 

     

    I can't remember a time the Canucks had this much depth in all positions. 

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