TheRussianRocket. Posted July 12, 2013 Share Posted July 12, 2013 http://www.nhl.com/ice/news.htm?id=677810 Vancouver Canucks general manager Mike Gillis has yet to talk with Roberto Luongo face-to-face, but said he plans to do so soon, in the aftermath of Luongo again becoming the team's No. 1 goalie. "I've only spoken to him on the phone," Gillis told Team 1040 Radio on Thursday. "I'm going to go and have a visit with him in the next little bit. "Roberto and I have a very good relationship, and we'll be able to talk about all of the issues, and I'll know more when I see him." Luongo lost the No. 1 job to Corey Schneider during the 2012 Stanley Cup Playoffs, but the Canucks were unable to trade the 34-year-old and his expensive long-term contract. The Canucks instead traded Schneider to the New Jersey Devils at the 2013 NHL Draft last month. Gillis said he was not worried about possible hard feelings from Luongo. "He's always been a professional, and I'm sure he'll remain a professional and he'll act in the best interest of his hockey team and himself," Gillis said. Canucks owner Francesco Aquilini reportedly met with Luongo in Florida last week. Gillis said his meeting with Luongo was not delayed by the goalie's participation in the World Series of Poker. Luongo was knocked out of the event Wednesday. Luongo on Monday gave an interview to a Las Vegas radio station that was limited to questions about the poker tournament. According to the Vancouver Province, he was asked, "Aside from poker, what's new? What's up?" Luongo responded, "Not much. Just enjoying the summer, working out and getting ready for another big season." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pavelinden Posted July 12, 2013 Share Posted July 12, 2013 I think it was only FA and Torts that talked to him personally. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aGENT Posted July 12, 2013 Share Posted July 12, 2013 http://www.nhl.com/i...s.htm?id=677810 ...I thought Gillis met Lu before? Guess those were false rumours...watcha waiting for MG!? Talk Lu into coming back already... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canucks fan in chicago Posted July 12, 2013 Share Posted July 12, 2013 He'll be back. I'm predicting 45 wins next year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jester13 Posted July 12, 2013 Share Posted July 12, 2013 Big news in the world of sports Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warhippy Posted July 12, 2013 Share Posted July 12, 2013 Gillis needs to make a formal and serious apology to Lou is what he needs to do. He messed this up the second the LA first round loss was done last year when he said Lou was basically gone and bottomed his value out pre lockout. Then to promise to trade him over and over and not. Then to trade CS instead. Lou has a lot to be upset about and Gillis has a lot to own up to in my opinion. Just be a man and go apologize. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NUCKS4CUP 28 Posted July 12, 2013 Share Posted July 12, 2013 This is both highly laughable and embarrassing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monty Posted July 12, 2013 Share Posted July 12, 2013 Gillis needs to make a formal and serious apology to Lou is what he needs to do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Everybody Hates Raymond Posted July 12, 2013 Share Posted July 12, 2013 Gillis probably circled his house driving around for 2 weeks before he got the kahoonies to talk to Luongo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
higgyfan Posted July 12, 2013 Share Posted July 12, 2013 It's a delicate situation. All of this messing about may have a detrimental effect on Lu's game. He's in a horrible position returning to Van and it will be very difficult for him. The team needs to give him ++++ of support if he is to return to top form. The fans need to 'move on' and support him as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monty Posted July 12, 2013 Share Posted July 12, 2013 Gillis probably circled his house driving around for 2 weeks before he got the kahoonies to talk to Luongo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Me_ Posted July 12, 2013 Share Posted July 12, 2013 "Lou, I'm sorry that you were outplayed by another goaltender, making us rethink who we should go to in the future for our organization. I'm also really sorry that the contract that was constructed, together with your agent, made it next to impossible to move you." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monty Posted July 12, 2013 Share Posted July 12, 2013 I'm sorry to see you be a Canucks fan. There are 29 other teams to cheer for. Chose one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CanuckofSteel Posted July 12, 2013 Share Posted July 12, 2013 That, or he's waiting for Luo to take off his pampers and grow the frack up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trebreh Posted July 12, 2013 Share Posted July 12, 2013 We're back to pre-Schneider Luongo where we have to keep him happy all the time. He should offer him the C again... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monty Posted July 12, 2013 Share Posted July 12, 2013 The butthurt is strong in this one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marleau_12 Posted July 12, 2013 Share Posted July 12, 2013 The butthurt ones are the ones who are so worried about Luu's feelings. Like Monty said, grow up, move on, get your ass in net Luu. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merci Posted July 12, 2013 Share Posted July 12, 2013 and getting ready for another big season." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TIGER SINGH Posted July 12, 2013 Share Posted July 12, 2013 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aGENT Posted July 12, 2013 Share Posted July 12, 2013 Butthurt over what? Thinking an athlete should just grow up and live with the unfortunate situation of playing out his contract that HE signed? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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