Warhippy Posted July 31, 2014 Share Posted July 31, 2014 I really hope he gets traded to kelowna because i could just drive downtown n watch jake play which would be amazing! I was just thinking the same thing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derp... Posted July 31, 2014 Share Posted July 31, 2014 I think he will be able to be on the ice at camp for some drills and workouts off the ice which would be literally amazing considering the normal timeline for recovery. Worst thing he can do is rush though, and keep himself off the ice longer. I'm hoping he gets into skating and stick handling drills, plus some systems stuff, but in the end goes back to junior without playing in a game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EoH Posted July 31, 2014 Share Posted July 31, 2014 I always wonder if a guys like Virtanen, Shinkaruk, etc ever read these posts. I mean they are in the generation where they use twitter/Facebook/Instagram. If they do, wonder how they feel about all these comparisons and expectations haha. Welcome to Vancouver, where if you don't fit our needs, pretty much a bust. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoGuitar Posted August 1, 2014 Share Posted August 1, 2014 To Kelowna please Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canucks1219 Posted August 1, 2014 Share Posted August 1, 2014 I always wonder if a guys like Virtanen, Shinkaruk, etc ever read these posts. I mean they are in the generation where they use twitter/Facebook/Instagram. If they do, wonder how they feel about all these comparisons and expectations haha. Welcome to Vancouver, where if you don't fit our needs, pretty much a bust. I would be surprised if they didn't. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guntrix Posted August 1, 2014 Share Posted August 1, 2014 I would be surprised if they didn't. Oh come on. CDC isn't the centre of the universe... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canucks1219 Posted August 1, 2014 Share Posted August 1, 2014 Oh come on. CDC isn't the centre of the universe... The question was whether or not these guys ever see this kind of stuff and I'd imagine they do at least see or hear about it from someone. I'm not saying these guys actively visit online forums to see what people think of them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avelanch Posted August 1, 2014 Author Share Posted August 1, 2014 The question was whether or not these guys ever see this kind of stuff and I'd imagine they do at least see or hear about it from someone. I'm not saying these guys actively visit online forums to see what people think of them. some guys have big enough egos to do it at least for a little while. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
N4ZZY Posted August 1, 2014 Share Posted August 1, 2014 I see Virtanen going back to junior. Take the time to heal his shoulder, and then play the best hockey for the remainder of his season. I wouldn't be surprised if he makes it hard on WD next season, whether he should play in the NHL or not. He's got the physical tools, and is a gifted offensive player (goals wise). if not, no rush. back to junior it would be for him (again), and then perhaps another season of AHL seasoning. Virtanen's going to be a good player for us, though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wshdrvvn Posted August 1, 2014 Share Posted August 1, 2014 The question was whether or not these guys ever see this kind of stuff and I'd imagine they do at least see or hear about it from someone. I'm not saying these guys actively visit online forums to see what people think of them. I'm guessing they don't pay much attention to forums. I am quite sure, however, they are mentioned on retweets of various rumors they are involved in. for example, Shinkaruk had heard his name mentioned (via twitter) in a package for the first overall pick prior to the draft. I know this because the Vancouver media asked him what he had heard about it. If these guys manage not to hear or read things, this market will bring it to their attention just as quickly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
warrchief Posted August 1, 2014 Share Posted August 1, 2014 I see Virtanen going back to junior. Take the time to heal his shoulder, and then play the best hockey for the remainder of his season. I wouldn't be surprised if he makes it hard on WD next season, whether he should play in the NHL or not. He's got the physical tools, and is a gifted offensive player (goals wise). if not, no rush. back to junior it would be for him (again), and then perhaps another season of AHL seasoning. Virtanen's going to be a good player for us, though. I agree and maybe the Hitman will trade him even though they are a pretty competitive team in their division in the dub. I hope Virtanen can make the Canadian Juniors team with McCann (wishful thinking). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jstewboy Posted August 2, 2014 Share Posted August 2, 2014 Big Jake back on the ice and feeling good! http://www.hockeybuzz.com/blog/Carol-Schram/Vancouver-Canucks-Jake-Virtanen-Back-on-the-Ice-New-Video-Coach-Hired/194/61601 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bure to Mogilny Posted August 2, 2014 Share Posted August 2, 2014 Oh come on. CDC isn't the centre of the universe... Source? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
73 Percent Posted August 2, 2014 Share Posted August 2, 2014 Big Jake back on the ice and feeling good! http://www.hockeybuzz.com/blog/Carol-Schram/Vancouver-Canucks-Jake-Virtanen-Back-on-the-Ice-New-Video-Coach-Hired/194/61601every thing I read about the kid makes me like him more and more. Sounds like a stand up guy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Niloc009 Posted August 2, 2014 Share Posted August 2, 2014 some guys have big enough egos to do it at least for a little while. Doesn't have to be from ego, could just be from curiosity. I know I'd do it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaudette Celly Posted August 2, 2014 Share Posted August 2, 2014 I'm guessing they don't pay much attention to forums. I am quite sure, however, they are mentioned on retweets of various rumors they are involved in. for example, Shinkaruk had heard his name mentioned (via twitter) in a package for the first overall pick prior to the draft. I know this because the Vancouver media asked him what he had heard about it. If these guys manage not to hear or read things, this market will bring it to their attention just as quickly. Yeah -- the media made it up and wanted to see how well it spread and if it affected him, basically to stroke their egos. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoshuaGuy Posted August 2, 2014 Share Posted August 2, 2014 I would probably buy seasons tickets if he were traded to the Cougars.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kryten Posted August 2, 2014 Share Posted August 2, 2014 I don't think he is going anywhere. The Hitmen just had five of their players drafted and they are all likely to come back next year. A team with Jake Virtanen, Travis Sanheim, Greg Chase, Ben Thomas, Radel Fazleev is going to do fine (especially in the Eastern Conference with Edmonton losing so many key players, Lazar incl if he makes the NHL). Not to mention they have some VERY solid rookies in Jake Bean, Beck Malenstyn, and Evan Johnson. If their regular roster players step up (they do need another center though, maybe Malenstyn or Pavel Karnaukhov can step up), they can have another top team this coming season. Portland and Kelowna will be tough tests in the West again, although those teams also give up some of their top producers. Will be interesting to see how it shakes out. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeremyCuddles Posted August 2, 2014 Share Posted August 2, 2014 I would probably buy seasons tickets if he were traded to the Cougars.. Yeah me too. I'll just have to make due with going to games with the Hitmen in town. I went to the game we hosted Medicine Hat but Shink was injured. Sucked, lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoshuaGuy Posted August 3, 2014 Share Posted August 3, 2014 Yeah me too. I'll just have to make due with going to games with the Hitmen in town. I went to the game we hosted Medicine Hat but Shink was injured. Sucked, lol. I went to that game as well. Even injured you could see Shink was the best player on the ice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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