canucklehead80 Posted September 25, 2016 Share Posted September 25, 2016 Vancouver Canucks: Bo Horvat Perry Nelson-USA TODAY Sports Ever since the Sedin twins had their breakout NHL seasons in 2005-06, the Vancouver Canucks offense has centred around them. This system worked well for the Canucks for a very long time. There was a time when the Sedin’s were the most dangerous duo in the entire league. Both of them are former Art Ross Trophy winners as Henrik won in 2009-10, while Daniel won in 2010-11. In recent years the Canucks haven’t had too much success with all of their offense channelling through the Sedin’s. It’s only natural that as they are start to get up in age, their production will begin to decline, and last season is a perfect example of that. The Canucks were led by Daniel Sedin with 61 points. While that’s still a decent amount points, it’s a far cry from what the Sedin’s used to produce. It wouldn’t be a shock if their production continues to fall next season. This is why the Canucks need to look at some of their younger players to take charge of the offense. The player that particularly stands out is 2013 first round draft pick Bo Horvat. Last season was Horvat’s second in the NHL and he finished third on the team in points with 40. While Horvat’s was never a prolific scorer in junior but he should be able to be a 60 point player in the NHL, and that could happen as early as the 2016-17 season. Runner-Up Candidate: Daniel Sedin http://www.thesportster.com/hockey/predicting-every-nhl-teams-leading-scorer-and-runner-up-in-2016-17/10/ I realize it's mostly click bait, but it's nice to hear Bo getting some recognition as more than just a 3rd line centre. Still feel it's a bit early for him to wrestle the scoring lead from the twins as they will be at the top regarding ice time, especially with Loui coming in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J-Dizzle Posted September 25, 2016 Share Posted September 25, 2016 This will be fun.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fanuck Posted September 25, 2016 Share Posted September 25, 2016 I'll be happy if BoHo gets 50pts this season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salacious Crumb Posted September 25, 2016 Share Posted September 25, 2016 As a fan I love Bo as a player but if he is our highest scorer next year then we are a lotto pick for sure. Hank, Dank and Loui should all be in the 70 pt range barring injury so Bo shouldn't have the added pressure of being the guy to score. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Odd. Posted September 25, 2016 Share Posted September 25, 2016 I think Horvat will score 40-50 points this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cripplereh Posted September 25, 2016 Share Posted September 25, 2016 I think in two to three years that might be the case but as of now it is not going to happen!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tas Posted September 25, 2016 Share Posted September 25, 2016 making a headline in bold font and putting something on the internet doesn't make it an article. typically, passing 8th grade english and having a modicum of writing ability, as well as being subject to editing prior to publication, are a couple of the most basic prerequisites. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canuck Surfer Posted September 25, 2016 Share Posted September 25, 2016 50 points and I'm stoked! I'll take 45 or 47 happily. And would love specifically to see improved puck possession skills. Hanging onto the puck under pressure. Then an East / West game with rapid cuts and changes in direction. With and without the puck. Some passing & some cycle game starting to emerge. These are area's to execute skills we have not completely seen yet. Which might see him as our top scorer in a few years? Where we (I do anyway) think he already has a good North / South game in trainsition. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warhippy Posted September 25, 2016 Share Posted September 25, 2016 I just want to see him have a more successful career than Monahan in Calgary Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coconuts Posted September 25, 2016 Share Posted September 25, 2016 Maybe down the road, but the odds of it happening this season are pretty small. Danny, Hank and Loui should pace the offense this season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rush17 Posted September 25, 2016 Share Posted September 25, 2016 to much expectation too soon. plus too much hate on sedins who have their best winger ever on their line now. I wouldn't be surprised too see them pushing high 70s point totals. 79 and 77 respectively is my guess. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pears Posted September 25, 2016 Share Posted September 25, 2016 Realistically, right now I don't see us having 4 60+ point scorers. It would be great, but unless we get him a more proven RW it's unlikely. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bur14Kes17 Posted September 25, 2016 Share Posted September 25, 2016 This article feels very amateur... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erik Karlsson Posted September 25, 2016 Share Posted September 25, 2016 I think him and Baertschi both put up around 50 points. Sedins and Eriksson high 70's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JM_ Posted September 25, 2016 Share Posted September 25, 2016 Sven would have to have a pretty huge year, Jake too. If those guys all get between 40-50 pts with twins-Loui in the 70s+ each thats probably a playoff spot for us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrinceGeorgeGoon Posted September 25, 2016 Share Posted September 25, 2016 If Bo leads the team with 60 pts we are in deep, deep trouble. I have guessed that Bohammed will get 60 pts he will not lead. He will be 3rd or 4th. If Bo has decent success it will lift the whole team because it means we have secondary scoring , a good second pp unit and the Sedins will have a chance to face weaker defenders some nights. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sedintwinpowersactivate Posted September 26, 2016 Share Posted September 26, 2016 Bo and Sven both sound confident this year. Last season was a huge turning point in their careers. I'm expecting 50 points each. Maybe more. The Sedins and Ericksson should all be in low to mid 60s based on health. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BowtieCanuck Posted September 26, 2016 Share Posted September 26, 2016 Just now, Sedintwinpowersactivate said: Bo and Sven both sound confident this year. Last season was a huge turning point in their careers. I'm expecting 50 points each. Maybe more. The Sedins and Ericksson should all be in low to mid 60s based on health. Agreed. People forget that this is going to be Bo's third season in the NHL. If he's not beginning to turn it on after this season, more trouble may lay ahead for this team. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
riffraff Posted September 26, 2016 Share Posted September 26, 2016 7 minutes ago, BowtieCanuck said: Agreed. People forget that this is going to be Bo's third season in the NHL. If he's not beginning to turn it on after this season, more trouble may lay ahead for this team. Ya I dunno about that. last year was a bit of a right off for him and others for that matter. I wouldn't consider last year a typical year of development for any high end pick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sedintwinpowersactivate Posted September 26, 2016 Share Posted September 26, 2016 4 minutes ago, BowtieCanuck said: Agreed. People forget that this is going to be Bo's third season in the NHL. If he's not beginning to turn it on after this season, more trouble may lay ahead for this team. Yah, Bo had 40 points total even after a horrible first 30 games. I expect to see more consistency to his game this year. The wild cards for me this season are Rodin and Virtanen. If they end up in the 35-40 point range this team will have no superstars, but way more offensive depth this season to stay in most games. An intriguing season ahead for sure! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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