saucypass Posted June 7, 2016 Share Posted June 7, 2016 39 minutes ago, TheRussianRocket. said: So a few things I noticed in this highlight video... Gaunce definitely has worked on his speed. Although his feet aren't moving at a million times per second, they're nice elegant strides that are efficient and has allowed him to get that extra gear for some breakaways. The way he broke away from Drouin in that video was impressive. I don't know if people still remember, but when he was first drafted, one of Gaunce's strengths was that he already had an NHL shot. I believe someone quoted Luongo as someone who pointed that out. His shot isn't at Phil the Thrill's level, but it's still very good. He seems to have a long reach with a very quick release so it might be harder for goalies to anticipate. Kind of reminds me of Jeff Carters, although it might not be at his level yet. Again his long reach and improved speed has really allowed him to become an even better defensive player. These are musts at the next level. Gaunce has always been a smart player with a high hockey IQ. He seems to anticipate the puck very well and is always in good position. Furthermore, he reads the play very well. This was proven in the video when he comes all the way back and clears the puck away after Rupert hit the post and the puck was sitting on the goal line. Overall, very happy with Gaunce's performance and I hope to see him crack the lineup this coming fall. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kloubek Posted June 7, 2016 Share Posted June 7, 2016 On 06/06/2016 at 10:07 AM, Maniwaki Canuck said: Wouldn't surprise me either, even though Gaunce has more than earned a shot on the big club. But it's a numbers game and he's got another year without waivers. Even if they move Burrows and Higgins, they'll probably sign a UFA forward so it will work out the same. Frankly, I like Gaunce at 4C way more than Granlund and think he would consolidate the heavy lineup that's forming from our D out, but Weisbrod likes Granlund a lot so that's the end of that. To me, Granlund showed me exactly what I expected to see - which is to say, nothing much. I am with you - I'm far more interested to see what Gaunce might develop into than I am with Granlund in that role. But since he was just acquired, you know Gaunce will have to work his butt off to pass Granlund on the depth chart. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ossi Vaananen Posted June 8, 2016 Share Posted June 8, 2016 We have a small sample of what he can do at the NHL level, though here's a sample of his AHL performance from this year. Shink often being the benefactor lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canucks Curse Posted June 8, 2016 Share Posted June 8, 2016 for a guy projected as a bottom 6 forward he makes a lot of high IQ, slick offensive plays Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaudette Celly Posted June 11, 2016 Share Posted June 11, 2016 Drouin, that slug. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaBamba Posted June 11, 2016 Share Posted June 11, 2016 On June 6, 2016 at 10:41 AM, Qwags said: I can see him as a solid 3C in 3-4 years time. Even if he is a solid 4c that can move around the lineup would be fantastic. I'm a huge fan of this kid, I love what Utica has done to him. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alflives Posted June 12, 2016 Share Posted June 12, 2016 1 hour ago, LaBamba said: Even if he is a solid 4c that can move around the lineup would be fantastic. I'm a huge fan of this kid, I love what Utica has done to him. I really like Gaunce too. The team asked him to move to wing to play more in straight lines and he did. Then he went back to centre on the big club, and was far more involved. I see other teams really wanting him, so JB might include him to sweeten a Hansen type deal. Maybe? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aqua59 Posted June 12, 2016 Share Posted June 12, 2016 3 hours ago, Alflives said: I really like Gaunce too. The team asked him to move to wing to play more in straight lines and he did. Then he went back to centre on the big club, and was far more involved. I see other teams really wanting him, so JB might include him to sweeten a Hansen type deal. Maybe? I'd hate to see him go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fred65 Posted June 12, 2016 Share Posted June 12, 2016 21 hours ago, Alflives said: I really like Gaunce too. The team asked him to move to wing to play more in straight lines and he did. Then he went back to centre on the big club, and was far more involved. I see other teams really wanting him, so JB might include him to sweeten a Hansen type deal. Maybe? What's with the passion to trade the Vcr roster ....it's going to be a junior team shortly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alflives Posted June 12, 2016 Share Posted June 12, 2016 4 minutes ago, Fred65 said: What's with the passion to trade the Vcr roster ....it's going to be a junior team shortly Hansen + Guance to get another first round pick? It's a very deep draft, much like 2003. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fred65 Posted June 13, 2016 Share Posted June 13, 2016 1 hour ago, Alflives said: Hansen + Guance to get another first round pick? It's a very deep draft, much like 2003. Personally I want to watch some entertaining hockey this coming season. And frankly I don't for a moment believe Gaunce and Hansen would net you a 1st round pick and even if it did ( which it ain't, no ones trading a first for 2 journeymen players ) you can cout on a low first or maybe a second who are 3-5 years away from significance Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaudette Celly Posted June 13, 2016 Share Posted June 13, 2016 Alf won't rest until the Canucks have an empty roster and nothing but draft picks. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Camel Toe Drag Posted June 13, 2016 Share Posted June 13, 2016 4 hours ago, Alflives said: Hansen + Guance to get another first round pick? It's a very deep draft, much like 2003. And then in 2 years you'll say trade those prospects for more draft picks right? The game of Hockey is played with actual physical humans you know, not picks. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guntrix Posted June 13, 2016 Share Posted June 13, 2016 9 hours ago, Alflives said: Hansen + Guance to get another first round pick? It's a very deep draft, much like 2003. This is pure speculation. All drafts look promising when they roll around but none ever amount to the 2003 one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toews Posted June 13, 2016 Share Posted June 13, 2016 21 minutes ago, guntrix said: This is pure speculation. All drafts look promising when they roll around but none ever amount to the 2003 one. If anything the 2015 draft looks special. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cripplereh Posted June 17, 2016 Share Posted June 17, 2016 Gaunce might surprise next year as he now really knows what he needs to stay in the big club.not only that but if benning has a deal he might be one going. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MayRayDown Posted June 28, 2016 Share Posted June 28, 2016 When is Gaunce waiver eligible? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mll Posted June 28, 2016 Share Posted June 28, 2016 27 minutes ago, MayRayDown said: When is Gaunce waiver eligible? In a year - 2017/18. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Qwags Posted June 28, 2016 Share Posted June 28, 2016 On 05/06/2016 at 10:59 AM, Alflives said: Gaunce has plenty of skill. He's just a sluggish skater, so he can't play the rush skill game. Plus, define skill. JV is one of the best body checkers, and fastest skaters in the league. Are these not skill world class skills? OV has world class skill for scoring goals. Has he won a Cup? What's Toews' world class skill? Gaunce has a really high hockey Q. Is that not a skill? Sluggish skater? Did you not see him outrace Drouin in that highlight clip? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alflives Posted June 28, 2016 Share Posted June 28, 2016 Just now, Qwags said: Sluggish skater? Did you not see him outrace Drouin in that highlight clip? He's not a quick footed skater. His top end - straight line - speed, is fine. He just take more time to get there than quick footed guys, like Drouin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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