Canuckler87 Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 Shocking how many people jumped off the bandwagon after we lost to the Kings in 5 games during the first round of the 2012 playoffs. Of course, we happened to be coming off a cup final appearance and back to back presidents trophies. A decline was somewhat expected. But I didn't figure it would be to this extent. Yes many people have either switched allegiances or tuned out the team & hockey altogether. We are actually not even in that bad of a state talent and roster wise. I mean, look at those Alberta teams. If we didn't have an imbecile for a GM making bad trade after bad trade and trading away our future, perhaps we could even still be elite. Oh how different the atmosphere and excitement around this team would be then. Very fun to be a part of. Unfortunate how many only show their enthusiasm & pride when we are a powerhouse though. I would not want to miss any part of our current young players develop and once again lead our rise to the top. It's not all bad though. The cheaper tickets mean more games real fans can get too instead of the business faced suits sitting front row. Let's hope next season has a few more people jumping on the bandwagon. Cheers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tigs Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 To the contrary - I'd say most fans are back on the bandwagon now that TL and JB have been making positive changes. While I do understand what you're saying, I highly doubt we'll be seeing a decrease in ticket prices/sales. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdatb Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 My first thought was that you were talking about Brazil-Germany. My second thought was why is this a thread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick Grimes Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 This would have been relevant 6 months ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elvis15 Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 To the contrary - I'd say most fans are back on the bandwagon now that TL and JB have been making positive changes. While I do understand what you're saying, I highly doubt we'll be seeing a decrease in ticket prices/sales. My first thought was that you were talking about Brazil-Germany. My second thought was why is this a thread. This would have been relevant 6 months ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asian player Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 the sound of ankles snapping when people jump off the bandwagon is our anthem Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quoted Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 real fans can get too instead of the business faced suits sitting front row. Let's hope next season has a few more people jumping on the bandwagon. Cheers! People in suits are "real fans" too - they just dress better than you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilduce39 Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 On the contrary, I think the ones who stick around are those who actively watch the team so they can whine, moan and complain with every bump in the road. Suppose I can't blame them - they're the only ones who are never truly disappointed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-AJ- Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 The true fans are the ones still cheering the day after we are mathematically eliminated from the playoffs, not after a promising draft and some decent signings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
puckdontlie Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 Being a "true fan" is foolish. Whether you watch all of the games or not has no impact on the final result... instead you miss out on the awesome world we live in... I was a "true fan" of both the Canucks and Grizzlies in 1996-1998 and I regret all the time I wasted. Now being a neutral fan who enjoys great play no matter who the team is, it's a lot more fun to watch. I believe that respect is earned. The egos of MG, torts, Lu and Kes along with the antics of Burrows and Lappy in the past had turned me off of the team. Sometimes I want teams to do well but if they aren't holding up their end, why should I stick around? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Industrious1 Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 More people preoccupied with what a "real" or "true" fan is.Waste of time, and really...who cares? Different strokes for different folks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quoted Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 More people preoccupied with what a "real" or "true" fan is. Waste of time, and really...who cares? Different strokes for different folks. It's amazing how much it bothers some people that there are others out there that don't "fan" the same way they do. Weird. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaudette Celly Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 On the contrary, I think the ones who stick around are those who actively watch the team so they can whine, moan and complain with every bump in the road. Suppose I can't blame them - they're the only ones who are never truly disappointed. No doubt, which accounts for all the Nancies around here who persist in their handwringing despite all the positive changes. I guess they will stay that way until the team regains competitiveness and it's "safe" for them to be fans again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HerrDrFunk Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 We could win the cup and people would still find something to complain about. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeremyCuddles Posted July 8, 2014 Share Posted July 8, 2014 Change is coming. People are coming back. Who cares though? I don't care who the true fans. I care about who the true Canucks are. Who will bail like Kes, who will tough it out like our Super Swede twins? This matters to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gross-Misconduct Posted July 9, 2014 Share Posted July 9, 2014 Great, another pom pom thread trolling for easy rep points. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Absent Canuck Posted July 9, 2014 Share Posted July 9, 2014 The true fans are the ones still cheering the day after we are mathematically eliminated from the playoffs, not after a promising draft and some decent signings. This one is the real deal. Fans love the team for many reasons. Not just so they can make the first round and give us a thrill up our leg for a week. We love the team because they are OUR team. Good or bad. Horrible flying V uniforms and 17 losing seasons in a row included. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thrago Posted July 9, 2014 Share Posted July 9, 2014 I've been watching this team for 30 years and the only time my attention wains is when the team seems to have no direction. I obviously love when the team is doing well but rebuilds are fun to watch too. I can't stand when the team is not good enough to compete for the cup and the Gm keeps trading assest in an attempt to make the playoffs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kylecanuck Posted July 9, 2014 Share Posted July 9, 2014 People in suits are "real fans" too - they just dress better than you. Lies, all lies!!! But seriously the suites are generally pretty quiet at the games.. Atleast i think so as i touch the rafters at most games Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chalky Posted July 9, 2014 Share Posted July 9, 2014 I've seen the bandwagon fill, empty, fill, empty...........fill, empty, fill, empty and fill again. I can explain it fairly easily, when we win, everyone is a fan. Being a self proclaimed "true fan" can be as fleeting as being casual one, contributing online, off season, doesn't mean you are a better fan than anyone, it just means you have the inclination, a computer and internet connection. As a fan since the 70's I can honestly say I have been a fan the whole time but I have HATED players, coaches, GM's and owners alike. I have complained, not watched, boycotted live games and merchandise and had tantrums fitting of a child, from outcomes I didn't like. I still wouldn't call myself a true fan. I'll reserve that for real old guys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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