Mathew Barzal Posted November 19, 2015 Share Posted November 19, 2015 This is what happens when you play with fourth liners. There's no sophistication about his game right, it's very grinder-esque hockey. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nino Posted November 19, 2015 Share Posted November 19, 2015 I expected this to be a difficult season for him, he played great when we had a good matchup for him but this year he is playing hard mins. He will learn and grow and I'd expect a better season from him next year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edlerberry Posted November 19, 2015 Share Posted November 19, 2015 even downunda agrees with op. proof this thread is baseless Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CANUCK-EXPRESS Posted November 19, 2015 Share Posted November 19, 2015 Work ethic is there every game just no puck luck. He was put in a much higher role too quickly and it's only his second year. Tha'ts my explanation anyways. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TU90 Posted November 19, 2015 Share Posted November 19, 2015 Really? What about Higgins? Burrows? Vrbata? Henrik? Tanev? Edler? I could go on. This entire team has been absolutely terrible this season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheRussianRocket. Posted November 19, 2015 Share Posted November 19, 2015 ...so, let's trade him? He's in his sophomore season, is facing teams best forwards, one of our most used penalty killers, deployed to take defensive zone faceoffs more than anyone, etc. He's got a lot more on his plate compared to last season. Not to mention, his defensive skills are being asked of more than offense. He's pretty much responsible for 2nd line C duties with Sutter sidelined. People are so dumb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dekey Pete Posted November 19, 2015 Share Posted November 19, 2015 He is a young player learning the game. Nothing to see here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shift-4 Posted November 20, 2015 Share Posted November 20, 2015 I think I need to be drunk to enter this discussion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smithers joe Posted November 20, 2015 Share Posted November 20, 2015 the boys are struggling this year, but we'll see them through.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RonMexico Posted November 20, 2015 Share Posted November 20, 2015 57 minutes ago, Nucks-4-Life said: This isn't a hate thread on Horvat, he is a potential future captain of this team, and our very own version of Toews. But he is slumping right now, and something needs to be changed... You're right it's not a Horvat hate thread, it's a thinly veiled WD hate thread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VanCityScout Posted November 20, 2015 Share Posted November 20, 2015 it is what it is ..I don't see a superstar in him in the future... glad he's getting good ice time to figure it out.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nucks-4-Life Posted November 20, 2015 Author Share Posted November 20, 2015 Just now, RonMexico said: You're right it's not a Horvat hate thread, it's a thinly veiled WD hate thread. LOL....yea maybe... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thema Posted November 20, 2015 Share Posted November 20, 2015 I think he needs to be reunited with ROCKIN RONNIE KENINS!!! They were magic together last year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
homersexual Posted November 20, 2015 Share Posted November 20, 2015 This is why Benning traded for a foundational player. Horvat isn't a #2 centre yet in this league. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeremyCuddles Posted November 20, 2015 Share Posted November 20, 2015 10 hours ago, Mathew Barzal said: This is what happens when you play with fourth liners. There's no sophistication about his game right, it's very grinder-esque hockey. He's regularly played with Baertschi, Vrbata, and Virtanen. Occasionally had Hansen and Higgins on his wings. Only one I'd consider a grinder, and he is playing well with the Sedins. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RonMexico Posted November 20, 2015 Share Posted November 20, 2015 1 minute ago, N7Nucks said: He's regularly played with Baertschi, Vrbata, and Virtanen. Occasionally had Hansen and Horvat on his wings. Only one I'd consider a grinder, and he is playing well with the Sedins. There's that cloned Horvat popping up in another thread again! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackpluto96 Posted November 20, 2015 Share Posted November 20, 2015 I don't get all the hate and criticism for OP. His observations are pretty much accurate. Horvat has struggled mightily so far this season and especially so with Sutter out of the lineup and all the defensive pressure falls squarely on him as the No.1 go-to-center for this team. His work ethic and talent is still there but he's simply overwhelmed in his second season as a 20-year-old. This is a critical time for him. If he finds a way out of the slump and take off, then we have a future Toews-ish captain on our hands and if he can't get out of it, then maybe he's destined to be a 3rd line center for years to come. So, this is actually a thinly veiled JB love thread. Sutter, the foundational player, is actually a cover so Bo can become a foundational player Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coastal1 Posted November 20, 2015 Share Posted November 20, 2015 1 hour ago, Nucks-4-Life said: I'm a big Bo Horvat fan, but we can't ignore the fact that he has been terrible this season. Even worse, he seems to bring down the play of his linemates. Turnovers, bad passes, weak shots, etc. The only good thing I'm seeing from him this year is his ability to drive strong to the net. I like that, and it can be another weapon in his arsenal. This isn't a hate thread on Horvat, he is a potential future captain of this team, and our very own version of Toews. But he is slumping right now, and something needs to be changed... I propose he is dropped down to 4th line C again when Sutter is healthy. That will give him a chance to find his offensive game against weaker players. He can still play the PK, but have McCann take his spot on the 2nd unit PP. Our own version of Toews? That is sad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zuongo Posted November 20, 2015 Share Posted November 20, 2015 54 minutes ago, Edlerberry said: even downunda agrees with op. proof this thread is baseless Well its based on Horvat being -9 with 6 points in 20 games. Turning over the puck a ton.. Can you argue your case on why he hasn't been bad? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junkyard Dog Posted November 20, 2015 Share Posted November 20, 2015 Not hard to figure out why he is struggling. Next level responsibilities compared to last season. Hopefully he can finish the season strong like he did last year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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