Roger Neilsons Towel Posted January 10, 2016 Share Posted January 10, 2016 After the Canucks Season Ticket Holders Autograph signing today, President Trevor Linden met with fans to answer questions. At the end of the questions period he revealed that they have met with Chris Higgins and informed him they will be exploring trade options over the next couple of days to free up a Roster spot for younger players. Thoughts? I am personally relieved and believe that is the best decision for both the Canucks organization and Higgins, who could use a change of scenery and a chance to play. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fanuck Posted January 10, 2016 Share Posted January 10, 2016 Never mind, just read the article. Would be lucky to get a 4th. Might even have to retain salary at that return unfortunately. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Odd. Posted January 10, 2016 Share Posted January 10, 2016 Higgins for a 3rd rounder or 4th and I'm cool. Was nice having you around, Higgins. However, we're getting younger now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bissurnette Posted January 10, 2016 Share Posted January 10, 2016 I'm not sure they'll find any takers but if they do, then it's great for all parties involved. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hatedkid666 Posted January 10, 2016 Share Posted January 10, 2016 Happiest day in CDC history. But in all seriousness he gave up a lot for this team and was a big part of our team for the last 5 years. When he is traded i wish him nothing but the best Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vancouverdepression Posted January 10, 2016 Share Posted January 10, 2016 http://canucks.nhl.com/club/m_news.htm?id=796976 canucks official release Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldnews Posted January 10, 2016 Share Posted January 10, 2016 Just the reality at this point. Higgins' broken foot and concussion have really impacted his game. Will have to go directly against the obvious grain that will emerge here. Sad to see the guy made into a flavour of the week CDC whipping boy. Disgusting really. He's been an absolute steal for this franchise since the day he arrived - we should be thanking the guy for years of performing above his role and cap hit. At this point, the team has emerging youth depth and is transitioning. It's unfortunate - the context in which he's being reduced - some folks even being daft enough to whine about his contract - but that's the business. His production and outstanding two way play have exceeded any reasonable expectations up to this bad fortune season. If you are moved - thanks Chris - hope you regain your health and go to a contender where you can be a solid bottom six contributor - the kind of player you win with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sponge62 Posted January 10, 2016 Share Posted January 10, 2016 They can explore whatever they want but Higgins gets the final word on any trade. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeaves Posted January 10, 2016 Share Posted January 10, 2016 Thanks for all the hard work Chris Higgins, I wish you great success wherever you go! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stonecoldstevebernier Posted January 10, 2016 Share Posted January 10, 2016 Wow. Not shocked at the news but more surprised that they would come right out and say it like that. I can't see any team taking him considering his lack of production and the fact he has an additional year remaining... we'd probably have to eat some salary to make it happen. And if Benning wants to free up a contract spot for young players, taking back another roster player isn't an option. I wonder if this means Higgins isn't going to play any further from now on, even if he isn't traded? (Kinda like Sestito last year when they said he wouldn't play anymore.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raspberries Posted January 10, 2016 Share Posted January 10, 2016 Well, excellent news, but why in the world would Linden say this while Higgins is still being put in the lineup?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MovesLikeDatsyuk Posted January 10, 2016 Share Posted January 10, 2016 Trade him for some speakers for our arena or something. he isn't worth more than some glow sticks really. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frazzy Desjardins Posted January 10, 2016 Share Posted January 10, 2016 I remember how pumped I was at the 2011 deadline when we stole him and Lappy. Best of luck Higgy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hatedkid666 Posted January 10, 2016 Share Posted January 10, 2016 weird Brad Ziemer @BradZiemer 1m1 minute ago Higgins is not with team and won't be until situation is resolved, I was just told by team spokesman. #Canucks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CanuckGAME Posted January 10, 2016 Share Posted January 10, 2016 I don't get why linden said anything to the fans. Like why? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
homersexual Posted January 10, 2016 Share Posted January 10, 2016 It's time!... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bradsterrr Posted January 10, 2016 Share Posted January 10, 2016 Anyone else think it was weird how the Canucks issue a release stating they're exploring trade options for Chris Higgins? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lenny Jones Posted January 10, 2016 Share Posted January 10, 2016 4 minutes ago, vancouverdepression said: http://canucks.nhl.com/club/m_news.htm?id=796976 canucks official release It's official... I really hope we send him home to the Islanders. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jiggs50 Posted January 10, 2016 Share Posted January 10, 2016 4th or 5th. So glad this is finally happening. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Odd. Posted January 10, 2016 Share Posted January 10, 2016 Just now, hatedkid666 said: weird Brad Ziemer @BradZiemer 1m1 minute ago Higgins is not with team and won't be until situation is resolved, I was just told by team spokesman. #Canucks He could be traded today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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