TheRussianRocket. Posted September 26, 2015 Share Posted September 26, 2015 @NHL: Happy birthday Henrik. Happy birthday Daniel. #HockeyBirthdays https://t.co/ha4J4LLWm3 Like fine wine, better with age. Here's to the 2 greatest Canucks on/off the ice ever. Don't really get the respect they deserve at times which is a shame but pretty sure a good chunk of us appreciate what they've done for this team over the past decade or so. The sacrifice they've made for this team/community/province is unmatched and we're all grateful for having them wear the Orca their entire careers. Here's to a few more years in Vancouver and who knows, maybe then our youngsters are in the lineup and we're trending upwards as true contenders? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-DLC- Posted September 26, 2015 Share Posted September 26, 2015 We are so fortunate to have them here...and I'm hoping they are celebrating in style. And, by in style, I mean having a lovely/quiet time with their families. Thank you, to "the twins" who have come to mean so much here. It's been a wonderful experience getting to "know" them, as fine, upstanding citizens as well as hockey heroes. Happy birthday x 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green Building Posted September 26, 2015 Share Posted September 26, 2015 These guys are going to get 70-75 points this year. I hope the younger players can soak up some of their work ethic before they retire. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spotted Zebra Posted September 26, 2015 Share Posted September 26, 2015 So privellaged to watch these guys do their thing night in, and night out. True role models off and on the ice and they absolutely deserve a cup before they retire, unfortunately it likely won't be with us Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-Vintage Canuck- Posted September 26, 2015 Share Posted September 26, 2015 Can't believe they're 35. Time sure flies. Happy birthday to both! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luckylager Posted September 26, 2015 Share Posted September 26, 2015 And they'll be every bit as good as last year. Rock on Twins. HBD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keslerific Posted September 26, 2015 Share Posted September 26, 2015 So happy to have them on our team. My favourite players ever, always entertaining, and great guys as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s3dinery Posted September 26, 2015 Share Posted September 26, 2015 Time flies! I feel so blessed to be able to watch the twins do what they do on and off the ice. Amazing hockey players and even more amazing people. We are so fortunate to have Daniel and Henrik as the leaders of our team. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheRussianRocket. Posted September 26, 2015 Author Share Posted September 26, 2015 @PR_NHL: Daniel and Henrik Sedin celebrate their 35th birthday today. Catching up with the twins: http://t.co/L78kLeeDFf http://t.co/FvGwRoZIpdSedins, turning 35, confident they have plenty left TORONTO -- Twin forwards Daniel Sedin and Henrik Sedin of the Vancouver Canucks are not ready to make their harness racing hobby into a full-time endeavor just yet. The Sedins, who own several standardbred racehorses in Sweden and North America, will celebrate their 35th birthdays Saturday and have heard the chatter their time in the NHL is running out. But all you have to do is look at the top 10 players in the scoring race from the 2014-15 season to discover they remain among the elite. Daniel finished tied for eighth with 76 points (20 goals), slightly better than Henrik, who tied for 10th with 73 points (18 goals). "I don't really listen to [naysayers]," Daniel said. "We showed last year that we can still play at a high level. For us, it's about staying in shape and staying healthy. If we can do that there is no reason why we can't play in this league a few more seasons." The Sedins each played in all 82 regular-season games and six games in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. It was their first time playing every game for the Canucks since 2010-11, which ended with a Game 7 loss to the Boston Bruins in the Stanley Cup Final. "There were a lot of comments about us being finished before last season," said Henrik, the Canucks captain. "We showed we could still play by being in the top 10 in scoring. If we stay injury free and prepare the way you want to we will keep playing." Health certainly played a big role in the Sedins' resurgence. But how much of it was playing for coach Willie Desjardins after one season under John Tortorella? "I look at it that if you play over here for 15 years you're going to have your ups and downs," Daniel said. "We probably had a bigger down year than we expected under Tortorella, but I respect him as a coach and as a human being. I never would blame my season on him. "For us, it was a matter of getting back to the way we can play." Henrik concurred that Tortorella was not the issue. "As a team, we had a great start right up until New Year's Eve and then we had a lot of injuries, myself included. That wasn't [Tortorella's] problem," he said. "Last year we came back after we had a good summer. We were deeper as a team and we were able to overcome some injuries." It was interesting, however, to see Desjardins stick with his game plan to play four lines and make sure the Sedins weren't overplayed. The twins' ice time was reduced by more than two minutes a game last season. In 2013-14, Henrik played 20:40 a game, Daniel 20:36. Last season, Daniel was at 18:21 to Henrik's 18:36. This kept the Sedins fresh, and they will have to continue to share ice time with the Canucks' young group of forwards that includes Bo Horvat, Hunter Shinkaruk, Brendan Gaunce, Sven Baertschi, Nicklas Jensen and Jake Virtanen. With the exception of Horvat, this group helped the Canucks' American Hockey League affiliate, the Utica Comets, advance to the Calder Cup Final last spring. "For us, it's exciting to see so many young faces," Daniel said. "We haven't seen that a lot during our time in Vancouver." Henrik said he hopes to see many of these young faces in the lineup this season. He marvels at how mentally and physically ready young players are to step in and contribute these days. "Ten or 15 years ago, it was difficult for a young player to come in and make an impact," Henrik said. "It's not like that anymore. You see a lot of young guys come in now and make a difference right away. "I think it probably started with [sidney] Crosby and [Alex] Ovechkin being ready when they came into the League." The Canucks are five seasons removed from the Cup Final. Last season, they were upset in the Western Conference First Round by the Calgary Flames. In 2013-14, Vancouver missed the postseason. "I'm very excited," Henrik said. "I don't think there are a lot of people who believe in us, but we have a lot of young players who had a good season in the minors and went a long way." Daniel said, "I think we're closer than people give us credit for. I think Henrik and I and some others can stay at a high level, and some of the young guys come in and play well, we're going to be a tough team." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruilin96 Posted September 26, 2015 Share Posted September 26, 2015 Two of our best players on and office the eyes, they lead by examples and great figures in the community! So glad they are still playing for us! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robongo Posted September 26, 2015 Share Posted September 26, 2015 Can't believe they're 35. Time sure flies. Happy birthday to both! Does it ever! Happy Birthday to the classiest guys in the league. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-Vintage Canuck- Posted September 26, 2015 Share Posted September 26, 2015 "It's been quiet. I think I'll buy something for myself." - Daniel asked if he & Henrik got b-day gifts from teammates Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaintPatrick33 Posted September 26, 2015 Share Posted September 26, 2015 35 means they should be good for at least 5 more years Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-DLC- Posted September 26, 2015 Share Posted September 26, 2015 Can't believe they're 35. Time sure flies. Happy birthday to both! I know, right? Seems like yesterday.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cyoung Posted September 26, 2015 Share Posted September 26, 2015 Future HOF twins imo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Master Mind Posted September 26, 2015 Share Posted September 26, 2015 Their play would lead one to believe they are at least 5 years younger. Many people criticize them for not having 'an extra gear' come playoff time, but to me that says they play at their hardest every single game. Couldn't ask for better leadership than that. Very fortunate to have them on the team. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jam126 Posted September 26, 2015 Share Posted September 26, 2015 There still gonna be producing 70 point seasons even when they're 40! Happy Birthday to them! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cripplereh Posted September 26, 2015 Share Posted September 26, 2015 Happy birthday to the twins and I for one do hope this will be the last as Canucks cause after this year we won't get much for them at all! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mathew Barzal Posted September 26, 2015 Share Posted September 26, 2015 The end of an era draws ever closer. It's going to be a sad day when the Sedin's retire. It was their skill and creativity that drew me into the league. Not a fan of the current direction this team is headed but at least the Sedins are here to lead the way in the near future. Let's hope their magic touch rubs off on on some youngins. Happy Birthday boys! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-AJ- Posted September 26, 2015 Share Posted September 26, 2015 I'm still in awe at how blessed we've been to have these guys for so long. Not only are they great players and have incredible work ethic, they are also fantastic off-ice role models as well, probably even better than on-ice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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