[GDT/PGT] Vancouver Canucks vs Toronto Maple Leaves | April 18 | SNP

[aliboy]

6 minutes ago, stawns said:

I've been about 14 months after infection and I struggle to walk up a flight of stairs.  What I had in January of 2020 was unlike anything I've ever had before and I'm a teacher, I know what the flu feels like.  At the time the virus was just a story out of china, but growing.  I remember saying to my colleagues after returning to work that I didn't know what I had, but it wasn't the flu.  Two weeks later one of my best friends was intubated and was in a coma for over a month.......they called his family in to say their goodbyes.  He pulled through but he had to have a stent put in his heart and he has permanent damage to both his heart and his lungs.

My aunt and uncle in Alberta got it stawns, he didn't make it, really hope you get better!! I would hope that with all the people who have long term effects they pour a lot of money into understanding and reversing the effects!!!

[4petesake]

Keep your hopes high and your expectations low, but enjoy the game.

[Me_]

There’s an actual game? 
Makes no sense.

 

11-1 Leafs.

[Ghostsof1915]

18 minutes ago, 4petesake said:

Keep your hopes high and your expectations low, but enjoy the game.

Symbolic of the sprit is willing, and the courage to try your best. 

[Gawdzukes]

2 minutes ago, Ghostsof1915 said:

Symbolic of the sprit is willing, and the courage to try your best. 

Hey we're all human. Let's just put our best foot forward and enjoy what we have.

[Petey Castiglione]

Just happy the boys are feeling better.  These games are a bonus for us to enjoy while the sun is shining.  

 

Hoping to see prospects rotating in to get games/looks and see how they're developing.  We've got to be thinking long term health of the players and team here.  Will be super excited if we land a top 3/5 pick after this mess and everyone's gets back to 100% for next season.

 

To those who are complaining, leave the screens off and go enjoy the sun.  You might even crack a smile today.

 

Go Canucks Go!!! 

[Goalie Interference]

14 minutes ago, Me_ said:

There’s an actual game? 
Makes no sense.

 

11-1 Leafs.

The good news for Canucks fans like me living in Toronto is that whatever the outcome, we can count on the local media to offer a fair and balanced account of the game and its implications for both sides. 

[Rick Blight]

Sitting here in Calgary watching the snow fall. Must be a sign that it's hockey time again....

[-DLC-]

40 minutes ago, stawns said:

I've been about 14 months after infection and I struggle to walk up a flight of stairs.  What I had in January of 2020 was unlike anything I've ever had before and I'm a teacher, I know what the flu feels like.  At the time the virus was just a story out of china, but growing.  I remember saying to my colleagues after returning to work that I didn't know what I had, but it wasn't the flu.  Two weeks later one of my best friends was intubated and was in a coma for over a month.......they called his family in to say their goodbyes.  He pulled through but he had to have a stent put in his heart and he has permanent damage to both his heart and his lungs.

Exactly the same deal...yep.  Pre COVID but December 2019 so ?

 

I'm so sorry about your friend...that's horrible and blindsiding.

[-DLC-]

1 minute ago, Rick Blight said:

Sitting here in Calgary watching the snow fall. Must be a sign that it's hockey time again....

It's summer like weather here today (again).

 

I'm sorry.

[-DLC-]

49 minutes ago, Petey Castiglione said:

Just happy the boys are feeling better.  These games are a bonus for us to enjoy while the sun is shining.  

 

Hoping to see prospects rotating in to get games/looks and see how they're developing.  We've got to be thinking long term health of the players and team here.  Will be super excited if we land a top 3/5 pick after this mess and everyone's gets back to 100% for next season.

 

To those who are complaining, leave the screens off and go enjoy the sun.  You might even crack a smile today.

 

Go Canucks Go!!! 

I was actually coming in to post something like that (re "leave the screens")...I've done that a lot over the past few days.  Spent time gardening, reading outside and bike riding.  It's really good for the soul.   We can get stuck in the sludge online and it becomes consuming.   

 

I highly recommend opting out for a bit each day to really appreciate the positive things in life (too).  Balance it all out.

 

I support your post (all of it) 100%.

 

We're here, we're alive, we have a hockey game to watch (hopefully it won't be at anyone's expense because, in that case, I'd rather not)...but we do have other players who can now have their time to shine.  A supporting cast waiting in the wings.

[Rick Blight]

2 minutes ago, debluvscanucks said:

It's summer like weather here today (again).

 

I'm sorry.

It was 18 here yesterday.

[-DLC-]

Just now, Rick Blight said:

It was 18 here yesterday.

Wow, that's a dramatic switch!   From sandals to snow boots!

[LionofJudah]

2 minutes ago, Rick Blight said:

It was 18 here yesterday.

Spring in Canada lol. We're set for snow this week. Last week was nearly 20 as well (southern Ontario here)

[apollo]

19 minutes ago, Me_ said:

There’s an actual game? 
Makes no sense.

 

11-1 Leafs.

12-0 Canucks. 

 

What joy do you get out of spreading negative nonsense? You like misery? 

 

Such a nice day and you out here being a negative troll? 

 

Next time try to start your morning off with positive thoughts. You'll end up having a better day overall. 

[PistolPete13]

11 hours ago, Alain Vigneault said:

Sounds like the players vs management & ownership is a bigger feud than whatever this game is supposed to be lol.

 

Not a great look for the organization after what Friedman reported.  Then again, when was the last time the Canucks did something that warranted a good look?  The bubble?  Lol

What a difference a decade makes.  This time 10 years ago, we were all united behind the team, believing we could slay Chicago and go all the way.  Now?  Massive portions of fans hate the team and management, players not fond of the management, it's an absolutely mess from top to bottom.

 

Makes you wonder...

Just curious. Why are you pushing this narrative? A lot of your posts talk about this sic feud. 
Soap opera is for daytime TV and the Matt Sekeras types. I’m here for the hockey.

 

GCG 

[Ghostsof1915]

8 minutes ago, debluvscanucks said:

Wow, that's a dramatic switch!   From sandals to snow boots!

Before he moved to Australia to be with his soon to be wife. My friend was working in Calgary as a chef. I visited him at the end of his shift. While I was waiting for him to change 

(This was in August). In 30 minutes it was sunny, then storm clouds moved in, we got, thunder, lightening, hail, wind, snow, then sheets of rain. And back to sunshine. So basically the four seasons in 30 minutes. 

[CRAZY_4_NAZZY]

Regardless the result, our boys are warriors...3 weeks after being hit by a deadly pandemic disease and they are about to compete against the top athletes.

 

The organization and management let the players down, yet they are going out for battle wounded anyway. Already feel damn proud of these guys.

[-DLC-]

4 minutes ago, CRAZY_4_NAZZY said:

Regardless the result, our boys are warriors...3 weeks after being hit by a deadly pandemic disease and they are about to compete against the top athletes.

 

The organization and management let the players down, yet they are going out for battle wounded anyway. Already feel damn proud of these guys.

If you're going to go there "owners and management let the players down" you have to include the league.  Because owners and management were working within the guidelines set out and the league's scheduling.  The variant was a new deal and it was fast and furious...not sure anyone was prepared for that.  But yes, it required a change and it's likely still not enough with postponing a few days.  But, again, blame in this is so futile as everyone's trying to navigate unchartered waters.  The players are big boys and capable of speaking up for themselves and I'm sure they are.  I don't think this organization is one that "ignores" their players...I'd be hardpressed to think they'd knowingly put their assets at risk in a short term gain way that could have long term implications.  There are a lot of fairy tales out there but I believe the truth is somewhere in the middle.  

 

Should they have "acted" quicker?  Yep, for sure.  Is this something that requires adaptability?  Yep.  Is it perfect?  No.

 

I, too, am very proud of them but I'm also confident that they can handle their own business.  And have been.  (Which is why it's great having a JT on board....we're pretty much assured of that).

[sassbs]

9 hours ago, Devron44 said:

Although i appreciate your hate for the Leafs, I don’t think that’s the right way to go about it.

 

Im tired of this covid mess 

Yea your right.  Still hate these leafs!    You guys have no idea what’s it’s like here in Toronto.    Everyone thinks leafs are incredibly good this year yet no one realizes they are playing against awful teams!