[PGT] Vancouver Canucks at Edmonton Oilers | Oct. 13, 2021

[DSVII]

The Good

 

Outside that EPIC hit by Myers, this is the first game I've watched in a while where I didn't inwardly groan about a mistake he made, Myers quietly put together a solid game today and I hope he keeps this up. 

 

OEL is as advertised and I think one  underrated aspect he brings to the D core is that calming stability which Edler once provided until his mobility issues caught up to him. I think his presence had much to do with Myer's improved performance. Hope he continues doing this well.

 

Demko is without a doubt the starter this team can depend on

 

Bo with his clutch SO goal! We stole a point when we were down 0-2 in the 3rd against a div rival in their barn. Take that and run.

 

Headscratchers:

 

Chiasson on the PP1? Why continue that stationary predictable playbook we've seen from last year where everyone knows we're trying to set up Petey for that one timer in that same spot? The PP2 unit found more success with some more mobility in there with OEL. 

 

No Hoglander in the shootout?

 

Not a fan of Green's dump and chase zone entry at all

Edited October 14, 2021 by DSVII

[rekker]

We lose this game by two or three goals last year. Team is faster and OEL vs Eddy is a huge difference, huge. 

[Deets]

Don't care, Keith got PWNED. 

[Toyotasfan]

Tonight’s lineup needed a bit more practice as a unit before the season started.

[TNucks1]

Just now, SergioMomesso said:

The only grandma in the entire universe that I wanna punch 

i wanna punch that announcer

[Smashian Kassian]

Poolman's deal is looking like a value contract the way he's playing.

[ruilin96]

Between 2015-2020, we went 5-1 in season openers. The 5 times we won, we end up missing the playoffs. The 1 year we lost the opener, we made the playoffs. We are on the right track!

[Coconuts]

6 minutes ago, Sedinyoureyesontheprize said:

Disappointed in Garlands game today 

 

team game looks better though 

But Garland was great? Shifty and creative in the offensive zone, had an assist, drew at least one penalty and looked good with Bo and Pearson. Short of scoring I dunno how much more you could ask from a debut. 

[RU SERIOUS]

7 minutes ago, EliasBoeser said:

1st star obviously Chiasson

2nd star Chiasson 

And 3rd Chiasson

 

Next game we gotta try top line of 

Chiasson - Dowling - Chiasson

 

 

Yes, he was as advertised .  Played a solid right side, lots of shots on goal and good blocking in front of the net.    I was pleasantly surprised how effective he was.  

[SergioMomesso]

Just now, TNucks1 said:

i wanna punch that announcer

I’ve got a 3 punch combo ready to go 

[Slegr]

Even when we were losing, we were playing pretty well. Two points would have been nice, but what’s better is knowing we can compete at a high level by the looks of it. I hope we keep gelling and yes God that Myers hit on Keith should be played over and over.

[McBackup]

My thoughts.

 

1. They really lulled in the second period, but came back with a strong effort in the third. Overall I can't be too disappointed with a S/O loss.

 

2. They're really overpassing on the powerplay. Still. Just to fire it at the logo. This really needs to be fixed.

 

3. Demko was excellent. I think his contract ends up being a steal.

 

4. Hoglander was great. The best Canucks skater. This guy is going to be a player for us. And I don't just mean "a guy they drafted that actually became an NHLer". I mean a legitimately good player in the league.

 

5. Garland was impressive as well. Reminded me of Hoglander. Very creative. Very strong on his edges. The only thing is, and I know he's a strong guy, but you could see him getting outmuscled on some plays that can't be helped because of his stature.

 

6. Pettersson looked good. No goals but you can see how he can take over games. He looked a lot more dominant out there too. Forcing plays by himself, and he'll only get better at that as he continues to fill out.

 

7. OEL looked solid. His goal was important of course, but if he can play like this throughout the season, I think his contract won't be an issue.

 

8. Myers earned a "Get out of Whipping Boy Free" card for laying out Keith.

 

9. Horvat showed his leadership with his response to post whistle scrums.

 

10. Hughes looked solid. You can see he's trying to make more of a commitment to defense, especially with how hard he hustled when the puck was turned over.

 

11. I was disappointed Podkolzin got so little ice time. I know he's a rook but he didn't seem that bad to me.

 

12. Chiasson, while I think he can have a role on this roster, has absolutely no business being on the top line or PP1. His stick was where plays went to die.

 

13.  Lamikko looked like a solid pickup.

 

14. Poolman looked really good. Very stable defensively, almost Tanev like. We'll see how well the contract ages but this game was encouraging.

 

15. I don't know what the deal with Miller was. He wasn't looking like the player we expect. I don't know if he was trying to play mindgames with Smith or something but I was a little peeved with what seemed like complete nonchalance on the shootout.

 

16. &^@# the Oilers.

 

Overall, it wasn't a W, and maybe its the multiple Steamworks IPAs in me combined with my excitement that Canucks hockey is back, but I'm okay with this game. Lots to improve on, but lots to be encouraged by.

[Duodenum]

Tanner Pearson is a 20% shootout player, dumb choice to select him.

Miller was terrible as was the powerplay.

Hogz and OEL looked great, Hughes played well I thought.

 

Green can't be pissing away points making zero IQ decisions. 

[Jaimito]

Got a pt vs div opponent

 

Last season they rarely came back from 2 goals down in the third 

 

Both goals from D men. Forwards need to get on the board soon. Long road trip, need min 6/12 pts. 

 

Special teams need work.  BB back will help.

 

 

[canuck73_3]

Good comeback, Smith is an ass 

[Nucksfollower1983]

Get Mr. PTO net front presence off the PP, blows 2 high end chances and is Looking for the backdoor pass with Petey in prime shooting position.

[Jaimito]

Highlight of the night

 

 

 

[canuck73_3]

10 minutes ago, Sedinyoureyesontheprize said:

Disappointed in Garlands game today 

 

team game looks better though 

Awful take is awful. 

[Apples]

[Law of Goalies]

11 minutes ago, Sedinyoureyesontheprize said:

Disappointed in Garlands game today 

 

team game looks better though 

You sure you watched the same game?