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I don't understand why he can't just be the 3rd line centre flanked with bigger/grittier players? Having a line consisting of Jensen-Schroeder-Kassian sounds decent IMO. Jensen being a 2-way sniper, Schroeder being defensively reliable playmaker, with a huge power forward on RW. Each of them being quick and fast skaters too. Similar to what the WCE were.

Most powerforwards develop around the age of 23 or younger. Only Bertuzzi and Johan Franzen were late bloomers.

I agree with Bodybuilding.com. Usually it's like 30-50% less than the prices at GNC or Popeye's. Plus there are way more choices and selections. Not saying the local places are bad, once in a while they do have some special deals where it might be worthwhile. Did recently just got like 10 meal replacement/protein bars for like $10 bucks after discount.

Worst case scenario, you can claim it as a capital loss, lol.

Raymond, Ballard and a 1st.... oh wait....

I would also agree to go with Optimum Nutrition, it's pretty much the most popular brand out there. Getting it online would be the cheapest way. There's also Muscle Milk which you can also use as a meal replacement if you need. Most protein drinks have like no additional nutritional value with it, but Muscle Milk has quite a bit.

Wasn't there some 12 minute PP like a few seasons ago? It was like the Caps vs some other team. As for this "statement" game, I'd rather if the Canucks targeted their skilled players instead, a tick for tack. Nolan runs Henrik, you have Weise take a run at Doughty. Brown bumps into Lack, you have Kassian to drive the net without stopping. I think Ray Ferraro mentioning that skilled guys always worry when their own goons and "energy" guys take a run at the opposition's top forward, since it used to mean that they'll be targeted the rest of the night. Usually they'll ask their teammate to tone things down a bit afterwards.

I'm not a big fan of fiat money either, but at least the central banks that prints the money out (theoretically) have gold and stuff stored in a vault somewhere.

It's not like he'll be living in a shack in one of those shanty towns. Regardless of where in the world you are, the rich and upper-class parts are always in pristine condition. The ultra-modern, and luxurious chic parts of Mexico is pretty much the same (if not better) than Vancouver.

The problem with bitcoin is that it isn't tangible. Sure you can "carry" it around in your e-wallets or whatever, but unlike stuff like silver, gold or real estate, there isn't really any intrinsic value attached to it. Precious metals/stones has been valuable since the dawn of time and land is land.... but bitcoins... ummm...

My mistake... they Clowe just turned 24 before breaking out and Malone was 23-turning 24 when he broke out. But when they take become NHL regulars, Clowe had 34 points in 58 games, and Malone had 44 points in 77 games. To put some additional perspective, both of those players were 6th and 4th rounders respectively. Kassian went 13th overall.

Almost all powerforward figures it out by at 22-23. Those who don't usually don't amount to anything more than guys like Steve Bernier, Taylor Pyatt, etc. As I've been repeating, the mantra "PF needs time" is more of an excuse than anything factual. Guys who figured it out from age 18-23: Dustin Brown, Corey Perry, Ryan Getzlaf, Rick Nash, Jerome Iginla, Evander Kane, Milan Lucic, Jamie Been, James Neal, Ryan Malone, Nathan Horton, Scott Hartnell, Chris Stewart, Ryane Clowe, Shane Doan, etc. Guys who figured it out age 24+: Johan Franzen, Todd Bertuzzi, David Backes, Olli Jokenin..... pretty much slim pickings.... I'm not writing him off completely, but unless Kassian start making strides in the 2nd half (assuming he's not hampered by injuries) or by next season, chances are he'll never be that top-6 forward the Canucks need.

With the exception of Bertuzzi and Franzen (drafted at age 24).... name some other power forwards that suddenly puts it together after age 25? The whole "power fowards" needs time to develop is simply not true. Almost all start being productive at Kassian's age now. All powerforwards already have NHL size, thus most are able to adapt after a few seasons in the NHL. Those unable to adjust simply become "role players", "enforcers" or simply not in the NHL.

Any solutions to tendonitis? I think I might have injured my left elbow like 4 months back. Initially though it was probably just sore muscle around the area but even after a month not working out my arm, it's still painful when I exert a bit of force on it. Just scrubbing my back with a bathing cloth irks it a bit. Would just resting it for another month plus more omega-3, supplements, aspirins be sufficient?

Guys like Milan Lucic was already scoring at around a 0.5PPG pace, on his way to his 30 goal season, etc. Most importantly, he's being very noticeable and making things happen even if he wasn't scoring. Dustin Brown at age 23 was named captain of the LA Kings, scoring 50-60+ points per season and once again, being a very noticeable player on the ice. Ryan Getzlaf and Corey Perry at age 23 were already instrumental in helping Anaheim to win the Stanley Cup, with Getzlaf being one of the top Powerforward centres in the NHL and Perry scoring 30+ goals. Ryane Clowe started breaking out around Zack's age too. The whole Todd Bertuzzi and Johan Franzen argument/reasoning seems more like an anomaly rather than the norm. Heck, even Steve Bernier was putting up slight better number than Kassian... and even though he's considered somewhat of a bust, at least he can be a role player, something Kassian can't even seem to do well.

That's why I'm switching to running and hitting the slopes for the next few months. Once of those people fail at their New Year Resolutions, then back to the gym, lol.

Actually, Hodgson was great as a defensive player in junior (PK for WJC) and the AHL. Just seems unable to translate that to the NHL so far.

Are you all so blind? It's Orpik's face that assaulted Thornton's fist!

While supporters will say that other PWF really starts hitting their strides when they're 25.... most of those in the NHL were being impact/physical players before the offense started. Guys like Milan Lucic, Johan Franzen, and even a the less productive guy like Steve Bernier... if they're not scoring, they're doing everything else right. Being physical, finishing every check, back checking, battle hard to keep possession, etc. Zack Kassian on the other hand, he seems to float a lot and only steps things up when he "needs" to.

It was a salary issue. Geroy still wanted to be paid as an all-star, but Wally wanted to pay him relative to his depth role. It was never about the Lions not believing in Geroy Simon.

Been going to the gym about 3-times per week since April. Results has been plateauing a bit, partially due to old injuries and doing the same routine. Can't push harder since I don't want to put too much stress on joints with pain and I don't want to switch to more advanced/complex exercises as I haven't been trained/taught those. Deciding to just "monkey see, monkey do" probably not a good idea and may lead to injuries. The only thing I can really change in the mean time is diet. Starting taking meal replacements plus fruits (usually just a banana as it's easier to eat, plus for allergenic reasons) for the morning. Lots of vitamins, minerals, etc. Subway for lunch... not 100% the most healthiest, but usually just egg salad or veggie sandwich, all veggies (no iceberg lettuce, but with spinach), fat-free dressings, no salt/pepper and multi-grain bread... eat just 6", save the other half for later. Gym after work, then protein shake afterwards and the rest of the sub. At home for late dinner, maybe a bowl of vector cereal with extra all-bran and skimmed milk. Total calories should be around (800 for sub, 200 for meal replacement, 200 for protein shake and 400 for cereal) 1600. Always starving before I head to bed. I'm already starving and I just finished my bowl of cereal, lol. Thinking of taking casein or something before bed. Any thoughts/recommendations? Cool. Checked out a few sites... not sure if accurate. Says 15% body fat... but I think that's too low. Thanks for the website suggestion, I'll have to do some research to see if it's the cheaper option out there.

How do you test for the amount of body fat? Or do you have to do it at some gym for a fee? A little side-topic.... Anyone know of a good place just across the border to buy supplements? I've been starting to use pre-workouts and those protein drinks... and they're pretty expensive.

Maybe a trade with the Oilers? Yakupov/RNH + misc <==> Kane

Can't everyone just get along... and just hate Scientologists instead?

I find the etiquette and common courtesy on the skytrains very lacking. It seems that many don't seem to understand the concept of letting passengers out first before getting in. People purposely budge in front of you while you're waiting... even though you're just barely behind the yellow line... to make sure some idiot doesn't accidentally nudge you onto the tracks. How many people don't even take off their backpacks when it's crowded... I mean "hello? are you an moron? ever noticed I placed my duffel bag on the ground to avoid it smacking into other people?" Passengers just hug/lean on the bars, thus preventing anybody else from holding on without it being awkward. If you don't mind my hands brushing your breasts missy, back away from the bar handles! Not covering up when sneezing or coughing... I understand if you're like 3... but for god's sake you're an adult... behave like one! Those sitting down and not letting an elderly, pregnant/with young kids, or disabled/injured people have a seat. You see so many healthy guys and girls just not getting up for those who may needs those seats more. I get it if you were actually dozing off and you didn't notice... but when I can clearly see you looking up and about and not doing anything... it annoys me to no end. Heck, I go to work, then head to the gym afterwards for 2 hours and I still give up my seat. What's your excuse? For a "world class" city, transit riders are certainly classless.... /rant