bigbadcanucks Posted December 13, 2014 Share Posted December 13, 2014 I'd be interested to see the following line combinations: Sedin -- Sedin -- Vey (as long as one of the three will shoot the puck) Matthias -- Bonino -- Vrbata (good puck possession line; would help kick start Bonino again) Burrows -- Richardson -- Dorsett (might be the best agitating, "dog on a bone" line in the NHL; been wanting to see these three guys together since the beginning of camp. I think they would feed off of each others' style of game) Higgins -- Horvat -- Hansen (Horvat between two good, reliable vets) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BanTSN Posted December 13, 2014 Share Posted December 13, 2014 They were tired at the end of the road trip, but if Willie doesn't mix it up a bit after what we've seen the last three games then he's not doing his job. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rawkdrummer Posted December 13, 2014 Share Posted December 13, 2014 I'd be interested to see the following line combinations: Sedin -- Sedin -- Vey (as long as one of the three will shoot the puck) Matthias -- Bonino -- Vrbata (good puck possession line; would help kick start Bonino again) Burrows -- Richardson -- Dorsett (might be the best agitating, "dog on a bone" line in the NHL; been wanting to see these three guys together since the beginning of camp. I think they would feed off of each others' style of game) Higgins -- Horvat -- Hansen (Horvat between two good, reliable vets) Your fourth line should be called "Triple H" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Outsiders Posted December 13, 2014 Share Posted December 13, 2014 I'd be interested to see the following line combinations: Sedin -- Sedin -- Vey (as long as one of the three will shoot the puck) Matthias -- Bonino -- Vrbata (good puck possession line; would help kick start Bonino again) Burrows -- Richardson -- Dorsett (might be the best agitating, "dog on a bone" line in the NHL; been wanting to see these three guys together since the beginning of camp. I think they would feed off of each others' style of game) Higgins -- Horvat -- Hansen (Horvat between two good, reliable vets) Really like this lineup Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Master Mind Posted December 13, 2014 Share Posted December 13, 2014 Because Burrows should not be rewarded for his average play lately. Hansen has at least been bringing it lately. That being said, I see Vrbata being back on the top line tomorrow. It's not all about rewarding or punishing the players. It's about doing what's best for the team. I doubt any of the players would be upset if Burrows played a game with the twins. He's shown enough success with them before to earn a chance there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesB Posted December 13, 2014 Share Posted December 13, 2014 It's worth a shot. The Canucks definitely need to get their second line going. And Vrbata has the skill set and talent to "carry" a line. Not that Bonino doesn't as well, but he's been slumping and could use some help. Hopefully things click. As for Hansen, I've posted quite a bit about his proven history of success with the twins. He might not put-up a ton of points himself, but whenever the Canucks roll with Hansen and the Sedins, the five man on-ice unit (D included) produces extremely well (while also being very stingy defensively). Good point. The numbers on this point have been studied. Hansen is not a great puck handler but he is strong defensively and good on the forecheck. With him out there the Canucks spend more time in the offensvie zone than they otherwise would. He might not get in on the scoring himself, but he helps the team. I agree that the shakeup looks good. I like Bonino with Vrbata as Higgins has not been doing enough offensively. Letting him play bottom 6 takes some the pressure off him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil_314 Posted December 13, 2014 Share Posted December 13, 2014 When Zack's back and they face stingy opponents I'd want to see them give Zack a legitimate shot to work with the Sedins to create space for them in tighter quarters. Danny - Hank - Zack Burr - Bones - Radimer (two wingers who get the puck up ice and have strong two-way games) Higgins - Horvat - Hansen (speed, two-way play, physicality and scoring) Matthias - Richie - Dorsett/ Vey (crash-and-bang line with some depth scoring ability) // Vey/ Dorsett Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amitriptyline Posted December 13, 2014 Share Posted December 13, 2014 It would be interesting to see what Vey could do with the Sedins. And when Kassian gets back, I would like to see him get a shot at some point with the Sedins again too. That little stint he had with them a while back really impressed me. I wish he could get that chance again. It just seems like there's so much potential that could be harnessed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Bookie Posted December 13, 2014 Share Posted December 13, 2014 Here are the lines from practice, though Dorsett took a maintenance day, likely because of the “sore hand” he mentioned to Chris Neil before Neil forced him to fight anyway: D. Sedin – H. Sedin – Hansen Burrows – Bonino – Vrbata Matthias – Richardson – Vey Higgins – Horvat – Dorsett according to pitb - http://vansunsportsblogs.com/2014/12/12/willie-desjardins-turns-on-the-line-blender-because-its-the-right-time-to-do-so/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StarGirl Posted December 13, 2014 Share Posted December 13, 2014 Will have to see how it'll go in the game. I do wish for Burrows to be back up with the Sedins as he's part of the 2nd line which has been slumping lately. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nucks-4-Life Posted December 13, 2014 Share Posted December 13, 2014 Matthias has easily been our best forward lately. He deserves a shot with the twins once he is confirmed to be healthy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coconuts Posted December 13, 2014 Share Posted December 13, 2014 I'd be interested to see the following line combinations: Sedin -- Sedin -- Vey (as long as one of the three will shoot the puck) Matthias -- Bonino -- Vrbata (good puck possession line; would help kick start Bonino again) Burrows -- Richardson -- Dorsett (might be the best agitating, "dog on a bone" line in the NHL; been wanting to see these three guys together since the beginning of camp. I think they would feed off of each others' style of game) Higgins -- Horvat -- Hansen (Horvat between two good, reliable vets) I'd like to see this actually. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toni Zamboni Posted December 13, 2014 Share Posted December 13, 2014 Sedin, Sedin, Burrows Higgins, Horvat, Vrbata Hansen, Bonino, Vey mathias, richardson, Dorsett Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DownUndaCanuck Posted December 13, 2014 Share Posted December 13, 2014 I'd like to see Vey or heck even Matthias get a shot with the Sedins if we're playing around a bit. Matthias has been dominant lately controlling the puck and his big body would do well in front of the net. He may not be a righty, but causing havoc could help out that line. Otherwise go with an all-skill Vey-Sedins. Sedin - Sedin - Vey Higgins - Bonino - Vbrata Richardson - Matthias - Hansen Dorsett - Horvat - Burrows Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BanTSN Posted December 13, 2014 Share Posted December 13, 2014 Higgins w/ Horvat might be a good idea. WD is tricksy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rollieo Del Fuego Posted December 13, 2014 Share Posted December 13, 2014 Sedin, Sedin, Burrows Higgins, Horvat, Vrbata Hansen, Bonino, Vey mathias, richardson, Dorsett Yup Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rollieo Del Fuego Posted December 13, 2014 Share Posted December 13, 2014 I'd like to see Vey or heck even Matthias get a shot with the Sedins if we're playing around a bit. Matthias has been dominant lately controlling the puck and his big body would do well in front of the net. He may not be a righty, but causing havoc could help out that line. Otherwise go with an all-skill Vey-Sedins. Sedin - Sedin - Vey Higgins - Bonino - Vbrata Richardson - Matthias - Hansen Dorsett - Horvat - Burrows I'd like to see Vey or heck even Matthias get a shot with the Sedins if we're playing around a bit. Matthias has been dominant lately controlling the puck and his big body would do well in front of the net. He may not be a righty, but causing havoc could help out that line. Otherwise go with an all-skill Vey-Sedins. Sedin - Sedin - Vey Higgins - Bonino - Vbrata Richardson - Matthias - Hansen Dorsett - Horvat - Burrows Nope...Matthias a center is a no go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghostsof1915 Posted December 13, 2014 Share Posted December 13, 2014 I'd be interested to see the following line combinations: Sedin -- Sedin -- Vey (as long as one of the three will shoot the puck) Matthias -- Bonino -- Vrbata (good puck possession line; would help kick start Bonino again) Burrows -- Richardson -- Dorsett (might be the best agitating, "dog on a bone" line in the NHL; been wanting to see these three guys together since the beginning of camp. I think they would feed off of each others' style of game) Higgins -- Horvat -- Hansen (Horvat between two good, reliable vets) Nice mix of grit and skill on each line. I like it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
new look 'nucks Posted December 14, 2014 Author Share Posted December 14, 2014 Well I would have to say that after 40 minutes, so far it is a complete bust. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JPizzle Posted December 14, 2014 Share Posted December 14, 2014 FAIL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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