Popular Post -Vintage Canuck- Posted January 3, 2021 Author Popular Post Share Posted January 3, 2021 2 4 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post JM_ Posted January 3, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted January 3, 2021 Just now, 70seven said: All about depth. This division and schedule will lend itself to playoff style hockey... which is where players like Hamonic make an larger impact. This is a character, tough as nails dman who’ll stand up for his teammates in a heartbeat. Tanev is better, but I like Hamonics physicality over what Tanev brings honestly. They’re a wash offensively. People are severely overrating what the Canucks lost this offseason. They’ll need to stay healthy in the top 6, like most teams, but I’m actually betting they’ll be a better team offensively this year with the increased mobility on D. Puck moving D men compound offensive possession which in turn increase scoring opportunities, which we already know this group doesn’t need a tonne of to ripple twine. The Schmidt add was absolutely massive imo, and the fact we now have a little more nasty to help keep opponents honest... this is the best looking d core since 2011. Schmidt >> Tanev Hamonic > Stecher Juolevi might be better than Benn, certainly has more potential to be. seems pretty simple. 5 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tower102 Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 5 minutes ago, BCNate said: You have to figure whatever it is, the deal is done, just won't be signed/announced until Ferland goes LTIR. It won't matter a whole lot, we won't be adding any more pieces regardless if i's 1.5 or 2.5. Only difference would really be trade deadline room. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post BCNate Posted January 3, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted January 3, 2021 56 minutes ago, canuck2288 said: In no universe is Schmidt and Hamonic not an upgrade over Tanev and Stetcher we are much stronger on D I know there is more to it than minutes, but: Tanev 19:35 Stecher 15:21 out: 34:56 Scmidt 21:41 Hamonic 21:12 In: 42:53 Adding two guys capable of playing an extra 8 minutes gives us a lot more flexibility in deployment. 2 1 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Cat Man Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 (edited) 10 hours ago, DarkIndianRises said: I would also argue that Demko 2020 + Holtby is a better goaltending tandem than Markstrom + Demko 2019. Holtby is much better than 2019 Demko while the gap between Markstrom and 2020 Demko isn’t anywhere near as big as many might think. I’ll even go as far as saying that Demko is already on Markstrom’s level and I don’t care if people think I’m on crack for saying that. In a new article in theScore they are rated #4 in the league! Who said anything about crack? Edited January 3, 2021 by Cat Man 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sonoman Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 11 hours ago, luckylager said: Corn”hole”o 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Millsy Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 1 hour ago, Provost said: Folks should also keep their expectations reasonable. We aren't getting Willie Mitchell in his prime. We are getting a (high end) 3rd pairing guy who can easily play in the top 4 in case of injury. He has played more than 20 minutes a night every year... but maybe that is the issue with him declining in play, might just be too much at this point. A big upgrade on Benn. Hamonic is a downgrade from Tanev, but the contract cap hit and term matter a lot. Who knows, things could go really well as he becomes a legit top 4D again and partners with Hughes... but don't expect that as a realistic hope. I think the jury is still out to say he’s a downgrade from Tanev. Players have off years, can often not fit into a new system, he had family issues etc. I’m going to wait and see before judging. He definitely improves our right side regardless. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Millsy Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 11 minutes ago, BCNate said: I know there is more to it than minutes, but: Tanev 19:35 Stecher 15:21 out: 34:56 Scmidt 21:41 Hamonic 21:12 In: 42:53 Adding two guys capable of playing an extra 8 minutes gives us a lot more flexibility in deployment. And takes stress off Edler which we know allows him to play a lot better. This is as important. Our depth is getting stronger on the back end. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gurn Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 (edited) 26 minutes ago, Jimmy McGill said: I want in on this. I'm not above being a shill. Well, you are some kind of lawyer, so not that big a surprise, really. Edited January 3, 2021 by gurn 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Millsy Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 1 hour ago, Provost said: Yep... that is why he is a perfect fit for us. If we suddenly have a 3rd pairing that Green can trust to play more than 8 minutes a night, it will have a huge upwards ripple effect by reducing the wear and tear on our top 4. Juolevi-Benn would be stapled to the bench except for the odd shift against a 4th line, meaning the other two pairs would be logging 25+ minutes a night each Juolevi-Hamonic could be put out in any 5 on 5 situation, mostly against bottom 6 opposition and play 15+ minutes a night, dropping the other pairs down to a normal 20-22 minute range. I can't express how much that is going to matter to the team, even if Hamonic doesn't regain his former abilities. I compare it to when the team added Malhotra and what that did for Kesler and Sedin. Well said! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
falcon45ca Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 Hamonic? I thought Gudbranson broke his face...real gud. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EdgarM Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 4 hours ago, nux4lyfe said: Some of you underestimate our team way too much, If anything I sincerely think we upgraded by a lot. If Hamonic signs and with the addition of Schmidt, I'd take that any day over Tanev and Stetch. And if Demko plays the way he did in the PO's than watch out! Let's get er' going! I fully agree, our trend away from being a "pillowy soft" team is going to pay dividends in the playoffs. The excuses for not sticking up for each other is getting less and less. I love what this team is becoming! 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post higgyfan Posted January 3, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted January 3, 2021 YES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The Canucks now have a very solid D-force. I feel so much better going into the start of the season. Hamonic's physical game will be so important for the team; especially on the back end. Now there are several studs (including Hamonic) that can play big minutes when required. He will be an awesome addition to the PK and on the 2nd PP, as he has a terrific point shot. https://www.eliteprospects.com/player/17519/travis-hamonic A talented and hard-nosed two-way defender with good offensive instincts and even better defensive perception. Excellent four-way mobility up and down the ice. Backchecks hard and keeps the opposition to the outside. Creates energy through his gritty, physical brand of hockey, most commonly on display in the defensive and neutral zone. Blocks shots well and understands how to take shooting and passing lanes away. Sees the ice well and makes crisp, tape-to-tape passes. Has the ability to be a noticeable difference-maker in games and works hard at all aspects of his game. [EP] 1 1 1 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JM_ Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 5 minutes ago, higgyfan said: YES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The Canucks now have a very solid D-force. I feel so much better going into the start of the season. Hamonic's physical game will be so important for the team; especially on the back end. Now there are several studs (including Hamonic) that can play big minutes when required. He will be an awesome addition to the PK and on the 2nd PP, as he has a terrific point shot. https://www.eliteprospects.com/player/17519/travis-hamonic A talented and hard-nosed two-way defender with good offensive instincts and even better defensive perception. Excellent four-way mobility up and down the ice. Backchecks hard and keeps the opposition to the outside. Creates energy through his gritty, physical brand of hockey, most commonly on display in the defensive and neutral zone. Blocks shots well and understands how to take shooting and passing lanes away. Sees the ice well and makes crisp, tape-to-tape passes. Has the ability to be a noticeable difference-maker in games and works hard at all aspects of his game. [EP] I think you're right about everything but that part, I don't think he see's much if any PP time, unless the plan is to not have Edler on PP2. I think Greens comments about having another guy that can help close out games is what the coaching staff is most excited about. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Devron Posted January 3, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted January 3, 2021 2 hours ago, Tracksuit said: wouldn’t want to give the 24-25 year old farms hands some of which been in the system for years a legit shot better go with another 30 year old tired recycled vet. Can’t wait for the “we’ll make room” line of crap from JB. so good a drafting he never uses his draft picks past the second round. meh young players collage ufas be warned regardless of your play in Utica you will not get a chance to make the nhl in JBs canucks. 1 4 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tas Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 49 minutes ago, Rush17 said: hamonic opted out of the bubble. they probably were pissed about that and didn't offer to re-sign him. just my opinion tho I don't know, brad treliving has always struck me as a stand-up guy. the only good part about that whole organization as far as I can tell (well, before this offseason's blue and green character transplant operation, anyway). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boudrias Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 44 minutes ago, Jimmy McGill said: I want in on this. I'm not above being a shill. No, you don't get a free Audi. Maybe a Petey trade-in. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JM_ Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 Just now, Boudrias said: No, you don't get a free Audi. Maybe a Petey trade-in. heck, I'd do it for new floor liners. 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garthsbutcher Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 He’s a perfect fit on the back end. He will bring some much needed grit 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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