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by Sean Zandberg on Mar 26, 2010 9:18 PM PDT
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Print-"I have had bounces, I have been consistent and everything has worked out this year. It's a bonus if it happens, but it's not really anything I walk around thinking about." - Henrik Sedin via the Vancouver Sun. Can I call bullshit on that one? The Sedins watch stats, they have admitted it before. Either way, go Hank go! The Canucks have not had a 100-point scorer since Markus Naslund in the 2003-03 season.
-Ian Clark, goaltending coach for the Canucks, arrived in Vancouver on Thursday from Dallas, where he has been spending most of his time. He will remain with the Canucks from now through the playoffs. This may work wonders for Luongo. Those 2 have a great working relationship.
-Henrik Sedin calls the Canucks-Sharks game a measuring stick. No kidding! Plus, Demitra is still out for personal reasons and Samuelsson is on track with his shoulder injury that he suffered March 16. He was projected to miss 2-3 weeks. He has begun skating. More on all that here.
-The Canucks are 40 years old. Check out some cool historic stuff here.
-Sad. Former Canuck goalie Troy Gamble's 20-year-old son died in Afghanistan recently. Tony Gallagher writes a fitting piece here, including a quote by Gamble: "They had a whole bunch of photos at the memorial service and one of the best ones of his was his first birthday party in Vancouver with him wearing a Canucks jersey and he had a little goal stick in his hand," Gamble remembered. "Those were great days." Edit: Hang in there, Mr. Gamble!"
-Cody Hodgson tied the game late in the 3rd and the Battalion beat the Frontenacs in OT to give Brampton a 3-2 series lead in the OHL playoffs. That's 3 goals and 5 points in 5 games for CoHo in the playoffs.
-Love these peeps, love this site, but I am not in agreement with this.
-In praise of Andrew Raycroft..
-Victoria beats Idaho 1-0 and who scores the only goal? Eric Walksy. (h/t missy)
-Mike Gillis gives Mats Sundin a lot of credit for some of the Canucks' success this season. Why? Because Mats was the professor!
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Go Sabretooth go.
"I was thinking it would be cool to see a game on the road. I have been looking all over this atlas but I don't see Vancouver anywhere. What state is this sh*t in!?"
- Dallas Stars Forum
by eightyseven on Mar 26, 2010 9:29 PM PDT via mobile reply actions
I thought the Battalion lost until yoata gave me an update!
by Sean Zandberg on Mar 26, 2010 9:31 PM PDT up reply actions
Fight at the Garage
Honestly, I don’t think fighting at a game is that cool. I don’t know about the whole ‘WHAT ABOUT THE CHILDREN??!!!!11’ thing, but being obnoxious in public is obnoxious.
Richard does have a tendency to be a bit dramatic though, doesn’t he?
No, I’m not going to hack on Mr. Loat at all…except that I disagree with that post.
Cheap seats…booze served courtesy of GM Place = shit happens. That is a redneck opinion but I don’t care. Did kids see it? Oh well. GM Place shouldn’t serve booze then. Booze = trouble. Not everyone is built from the same cloth.
Not gonna lie…I drank several beer sitting in row 19 (?) at a Nucks-Wings game a couple years back. I believe I annoyed a few peeps with my yelling and screaming but I still don’t care. I hardly get to see Canucks games live so when I do….and they win (!)….I go ape shit. I felt the pressure though. I sensed that people in that section were annoyed but I didn’t care. It’s the Canucks and they came from behind to beat the Wings in OT. If the quiet couple in front of me (who never stood up at all) were offended by my noise levels well I don’t feel bad for them.
by Sean Zandberg on Mar 26, 2010 10:04 PM PDT up reply actions
Richard’s a homey and I respect and see his point of view. However, I was mighty surprised that the general tone and feedback was that the fight was “appalling” and “disgust” with the actions.
Seriously? It’s a hockey game. If you were anything like me when you watched the video, you had a little laugh, and went on your merry way. I don’t respect the 2 idiots more, nor was I offended. It was what it was. If we as a Canucks nation are really that offended by violence, why do we ask for Patrick Kane’s head every single time he steps on the ice? It wasn’t the first fight, nor will it be the last. And it has nothing to do with the jerseys on their backs, it was purely alcohol in a hockey atmosphere talking. That’s my 2 cents anyways.
Sam
by anothersamchan on Mar 26, 2010 10:31 PM PDT up reply actions
Every stadium in every sport has had its share of fan fights. Those visitors from other places Richard refers to have no doubt seen similar events in those other places.
by Bobby Canuck on Mar 26, 2010 11:43 PM PDT up reply actions
I’m not a fan of seeing anyone fight, especially over something as petty as a sports game. I also hate going to sport and having it ruined by drunk people yelling (unless they are yelling amusing things…). Fighting on the sports field/rink is OK because it’s a semi controlled situation (usually very controlled in hockey) but I never want to be there when it happens outside of it. I get into the sport and celebrate a goal (soccer in my case) like anyone else just without the booze. I have no problem with people drinking at the game, but if they start ruining it for other people that’s where I would draw the line
But hey, that’s just my opinion. I’ve obviously never been to a hockey game so it could be a very different atmosphere to a soccer/cricket game here
by andrew21nz on Mar 26, 2010 10:39 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
I agree that I might be annoyed if it happened right in front of me. and I am hardly saying its the right thing to do. But these 2 dudes pretending to be Darcy Hordichuk and George Parros have no influence on me at all and I’m not embarassed by any means. Those 2 guys represent themselves, and themselves only. If a flames fan wants to come in and point fingers at Canucks fans being jerks, well that’s their choice, but the wanna-be Hanson brothers hardly represent me.
Sam
by anothersamchan on Mar 26, 2010 10:52 PM PDT up reply actions
gotta agree with your points, anothersamchan. And yes, the disgust by the commentors there really got me riled up.
by Sean Zandberg on Mar 26, 2010 10:55 PM PDT up reply actions
I guess it’s easy to get riled up by people frowning upon violence when you realise that you’re getting far too emotionally invested in what is nothing more than a meaningless game.
In the grandest scheme of things you make a decent point. But stay out of my head, man! And enjoy the figure skating?
by Sean Zandberg on Mar 27, 2010 10:38 AM PDT up reply actions
Didn’t mean to invade your psyche. Sorry, sir.
But, honestly, figure skating? That one’s about as valid as calling the Sedins the sisters, and you know it.
Yeah I know. We are just 2 peeps on the opposing sides of the fence. I don’t need to be rude. Then again, was it you that told me to “grow up” over there?
by Sean Zandberg on Mar 27, 2010 3:52 PM PDT up reply actions
Not everybody is like you though. The world is full of different personalities. I still don’t know what caused that tilt in the stands. If the Canucks fan was simply being a bully then I say that’s wrong. But if it went both ways well, then I am in approval.
by Sean Zandberg on Mar 27, 2010 3:56 PM PDT up reply actions
I suppose I’m just a hippie. Don’t get me wrong about Richard, though, he has one of the strongest, most original voices of Canucks bloggers, and I like that he goes about pushing buttons. The CHB was the first blog I ever started reading, and they always have good stuff!
The other thing about this conversation is that this is in no way unique to hockey. Football crowds in the States? Soccer riots in Europe? And have you ever seen those dart tournament crowds on after-hours cable sports programming? Those are some rowdy dudes. Getting riled up at sports events is a totally irremovable part of sports history (gladiator duels in Rome!). Still, personally, I would rather not sit next to to guys punching each other. If you want to be loud, great; the arena and team is better for it. If you want to be violent, though, at least take it outside.
here's another link:
Victoria Salmon Kings shut out Idaho 1-0 tonight in ECHL action.
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Walsky’s first goal as a Salmon King? Well sheeit!
by Sean Zandberg on Mar 26, 2010 10:45 PM PDT up reply actions
another update (just a minute ago on twitter)
TheSalmonKings
Here’s the scoop … If the Salmon Kings win tonight, and Ontario loses in regulation to Alaska, a Kelly Cup playoff spot is secured!
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Totally off topic…
1. I’m looking on Ebay for an Evegeni Malkin name and number reebok shirt, the postage here is going to cost more than the actual shirt :( Haven’t seen any Henrik ones, which I would consider too
2. Should we start planning on setting up a fantasy playoffs comp if people are keen?
fantasy playoffs
i’d be interested in the bracket one cyxj (dude, you need an easier username to remember how to spell properly!) did for the Olympics. in fact, i wouldn’t mind organizing thay one this time around…
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I’ve been wanting to change my name to something more simple. Is it possible to change it without having to register a new account?
I was gonna run a bracket style one just like I did the Olympics, but you can do it yourself if you want or we can collab.
Andrew, you can have the player points pool.
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I just checked, and I know I personally can’t change it
by Sean Zandberg on Mar 27, 2010 3:15 PM PDT up reply actions
I had one idea which would be to run both together. You choose the score of the round plus one player (maybe from each team) and you get points for them. But you can only pick a certain player once through the playoffs
Just one idea. I don’t mind if I don’t run anything, just keen to partake in something :)
Edited for truth.
-Mike Gillis gives Mats Sundin a lot of credit for some of the Canucks’ success this season. Why? Because Gillis has to somehow justify the ludicrous public offer and subsequent disappointing signing somehow.
Everybody knows
That the world is full of stupid people
Well I got the pistols so I'll keep the Pesos
Yeah that seems fair
oh yoata
we can always count on you for the Gillis bashing around here……
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Just how I see it
so yeah you can count on me calling things that way, just as you can count on others calling things the way they see them.
Everybody knows
That the world is full of stupid people
Well I got the pistols so I'll keep the Pesos
Yeah that seems fair
Missy
may not appreciate you using her as bait, Sean.
Everybody knows
That the world is full of stupid people
Well I got the pistols so I'll keep the Pesos
Yeah that seems fair
Ha! Bait or not (which I’m saying in good fun) I was going to post that Gillis link. I just knew that you’d have a reaction to it while I was typing it. We’ll never agree on Sundin, and that’s ok with me.
by Sean Zandberg on Mar 27, 2010 11:27 AM PDT up reply actions
heh
I know what you meant Sean and how you meant it, it’s all good, and you’re right, we’ll never agree on our taste for that particular Soup.
Everybody knows
That the world is full of stupid people
Well I got the pistols so I'll keep the Pesos
Yeah that seems fair
there, I just took your bait. damn you internet!
by Sean Zandberg on Mar 27, 2010 1:54 PM PDT up reply actions
I think next season Gillis should really consider bringing in a goal tending coach full time. It would be nice to have somebody Luongo could talk to after bad games or go over bad goals. Some of those recently that have been squeaking in from bad angles could probably be quashed pretty easily with some coaching/video analysis.
Also, re:fighting at hockey games…I agree with you Sean 100%, lets not overblow this whole thing. There are drunk assholes all across North America, and if they stop serving beer at GM place people will just get plastered beforehand. If you want to see something really disgraceful its the video of those parents fighting in front of their kids over Niedermayers stick at a Ducks game earlier this season.
And what’s with that guys Henrik jersey? He should trade it in for a Rypien.
I think next season Gillis should really consider bringing in a goal tending coach full time.
The 1040 guys said that AV scoffed at the idea because it would be chaotic and annoying to have someone nitpick every single game. They could try to get Ian Clark to be more available if possible or hire someone else who can be around a bit more.
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morning update
BotchonCanucks
He didn’t travel to San Jose RT @SeanNygrenn Any word on demitra for sharks game?
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canucks.com put up their preview now.
the tweet promoting it confirmed that lu’s in and demo’s out.
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yeah, it’s already in the game preview that’s going up at 12:30. I forget where I read that Demo was out last night when I wrote it
by Sean Zandberg on Mar 27, 2010 10:56 AM PDT up reply actions
the Moose are having defensive woes….
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i’m on fire with the farm updates right now, aren’t i?
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Yeah! and in that article, the Moose sign Volpatti to an amateur tryout. Let’s see what he’s made of. Volpatti mentions he’s from BC and thinks the Canucks are the best organization in the league.
by Sean Zandberg on Mar 27, 2010 11:00 AM PDT up reply actions
I believe the wager was $20.00
But like I said on the Canuck Place thread, just send it to them.
Probably easier anyhow, and it makes us both feel better.
Fun though…always nice watching the Flamers go down.
I was listening to the radio the other day, and a reporter from Calgary was saying Jarome would be “on the market”.
I know they never do a trade directly, but if we could finagle him here, without any actual Canucks ending up on their roster ( a 3 way deal ? )…can you imagine him here? a PP with the Twins setting up that shot?
Damn.
"I’m not asking for first-line money or top six money," Burrows said. "I don’t think it changes anything. I still consider myself a checker. That’s what I think I am first. That’s how I want to be paid. "If I can generate offence once in a while, I think it’s a plus for the team." Alex Burrows...Mar/09
I don’t see them getting rid of Iginla. Sounds like reporter knee-jerk to me.
by Sean Zandberg on Mar 27, 2010 12:26 PM PDT up reply actions
I don't see
why they would trade Ig, they need more scoring, not less, but if they do, I could see him in Pitt.
Everybody knows
That the world is full of stupid people
Well I got the pistols so I'll keep the Pesos
Yeah that seems fair
And Crosby would be licking his chops. If Iggy went to Pitts he’d be even more dead to me than he already is.
by Sean Zandberg on Mar 27, 2010 1:23 PM PDT up reply actions
Just shows the extent of the FAIL in Cowtown…that someone is even suggesting it…
"I’m not asking for first-line money or top six money," Burrows said. "I don’t think it changes anything. I still consider myself a checker. That’s what I think I am first. That’s how I want to be paid. "If I can generate offence once in a while, I think it’s a plus for the team." Alex Burrows...Mar/09
They could
make it, depends on how well they do this playoffs.
Everybody knows
That the world is full of stupid people
Well I got the pistols so I'll keep the Pesos
Yeah that seems fair
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