Sure, That Works: Canucks Steamroll Kings 7-2
by Yankee Canuck on Apr 23, 2010 10:14 PM PDT
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PrintAny game where you pull the starting goalie only to replace him four SOG later isn't a great night. For Los Angeles anyway.
Vancouver seemed in control from the get go. LA showed life during spurts in the first but they lost sight in the second period when - with the game very much still in play - Daniel Sedin scored on his own rebound to put the Canucks up by two. Mikael Samuelsson notched his sixth of the post season a few minutes later to chase Quick and force the wheels of the Kings ride.
Vancouver didn't let up in the third either. Pavol Demitra and Samuelsson eventually chased Ersberg and forced Quick back in net. Modin made the score more respectable between both those scores, but then Bernier added his second of the night with over ten minutes left.
Tough not to think of the 8-2 blowout the Kings laid down on Vancouver in the regular season tonight, but there are several positives to take away (obviously). In no certain order:
- Sedins had a collective four points. If a game seven is necessary, AV will unleash them liberally again. Though we should point out Dank's mental vacation lead to the Kings first (and only!) PP tally.
- FU Sweden is your post season goal leader. He's playing on another level.
- Andrew Alberts, much maligned for good reason, finished with an assist and a +2. And no PIMs.
- Steve Bernier and Pavol Demitra continue making us fall in love with them again. Along with Wellwood, they are helping offset the Mason Raymond/Michael Grabner/Alex Burrows disappearing acts.
- In defense of Burrows, he was big on the PK tonight. Looked like the defensive Burrows of old.
- Alex Edler's first period tally was a thing of beauty. Hansen setting it up was just gravy.
- Luongo was decent when he needed to be, finishing up with 24 saves.
- SOB with the guns up? It's a new dance move at the Roxy before I hit "publish" on this.
- The PK came up huge during a 5-on-3 during the second. You could argue the wind was out of the LA's sails by that point, but it's massive for Vancouver's confidence to stop the shorthanded bleeding.
As for the Kings - besides the fact Richard Clune is lucky he's alive - this stings. As close as they were to a 3-1 series lead, now they're behind and back in their barn on Sunday motivated as all hell to forget every second of this affair and get a huge win in front of their fans.
Celebrate tonight sure, but the big job comes on Sunday. A lot of work still remains to take this series.
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All we gotta do is BELIEVE
WOO HOO for surgery!!! I got a month off of work and I get another month next week!!! Long run baby, long run............
by My Landed Immigrant status just expired! on Apr 23, 2010 10:24 PM PDT reply actions
RT @nomoon: I wonder if they’ll disallow the whole game because of the distinct ass-kicking motion?
"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 Apr 23, 2010 10:24 PM PDT reply actions 2 recs
that was my favorite post of the night… and there were some good ones
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way way back
about two weeks ago… I wrote a little piece. I said I wanted to see something from the Canucks. I got what I asked for tonight.
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You going to post the videos of the goals in the coffee tomorrow?
I’d love to hear Hughson’s calls, I had to watch the Kings feed.
They usually have a highlight package up at CDC.
Samuelsson carries a Swedish passport, but Henrik thinks of his fellow countryman as quasi-Canadian. He plays with an edge and has lots to say to opponents on the ice.
"People in here love him," Henrik said. "He's almost Canadian with the way he likes to chirp and go back and forth." B. Ziemer/Van. Sun 4/22/10
That was the best game I’ve ever been to. AMAZING pretty much sums it up. The first 60 minute effort from the Canucks in this series. They got a little lazy for a few minutes in the second, but fortunately it didn’t cost them and they picked it up after that. Fantastic effort from the whole team, A Minor included.
I love the playoffs. Time to celebrate.
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shit, you were there? lucky guy, that must have been nuts.
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by Yankee Canuck on Apr 23, 2010 11:01 PM PDT up reply actions
When I heard saw posts talking about putting Bernier in goal
I was wondering why anyone wanted to see Steve Bernier in goal, especially with those hands.
It took me a minute.
3rd line
is looking great, and I think all three players – Wellwood, Demitra and Bernier – are playing several levels above what they did in the regular season. Kudos to them, and it adds another level to the Canucks play.
As an aside, my work mates took the piss out of me last year for my love of Steve Bernier. Earlier this season I thought their scorn was justified – he was about as effective as a chocolate fireguard. But now I think he’s back to his best. He’s never going to be a top 6 forward – and at $2m he is overpaid – but he is hard working, hits hard and (dare I say it) can put the puck in the net. Stop the Bernier hate!!
by British Canuck on Apr 23, 2010 10:51 PM PDT reply actions
Correction: he can occasionally put the puck in the net. I was expecting 40 points from Bernier this year, and he disappointed. Of course, if he picks up another 10 goals in the playoffs, all will be forgiven…
Wellwood’s been doing good stuff since the Olympics, so that’s been a happy surprise. He put ten pounds back on, and it fits him well.
As for Demo, well… I forgive three things about him: the injury; his difficulties on the home front; and he’s not going to be paid that much for long. In fact, he’s off the books from here on in. At that price, I’ll take him!
In Bernie's defence
He was also hurt a good portion of the year, and playing hurt before that as well.
Knights, Canucks, Dolphins, Jays and Raptors all the way.
For me, the line that was amazing was the 3rd line.
Sure, Sammy and the Sedins did their thing, but the 3rd line equaled them in output.
Bernier was hitting everyone that moved….they said 3 hits on the 1040 recap..it seemed more.
And DT is calling Demo a “mopey” player.
Not from what I have seen, at least the last two.
Samuelsson carries a Swedish passport, but Henrik thinks of his fellow countryman as quasi-Canadian. He plays with an edge and has lots to say to opponents on the ice.
"People in here love him," Henrik said. "He's almost Canadian with the way he likes to chirp and go back and forth." B. Ziemer/Van. Sun 4/22/10
You know it!
I’d be happy if we get even close to 10 from Bernier. At this rate Thursday, it could be a lowball estimate!
Samuelsson carries a Swedish passport, but Henrik thinks of his fellow countryman as quasi-Canadian. He plays with an edge and has lots to say to opponents on the ice.
"People in here love him," Henrik said. "He's almost Canadian with the way he likes to chirp and go back and forth." B. Ziemer/Van. Sun 4/22/10
Ryan Kesler got another assist tonight… he very quietly has 6 points in the 5 games of this series so far.
by Beantown Canuck on Apr 23, 2010 10:59 PM PDT reply actions
Yep, he has been solid considering the 2nd line as a whole has probably been the weakest of the top three lines. Kes is at the top of his game right now.
by British Canuck on Apr 23, 2010 11:03 PM PDT up reply actions
and
our PK is 52.4%! Still dead last, but not in the 40% range anymore.
(i’m abusing this tonight)
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by Yankee Canuck on Apr 23, 2010 11:05 PM PDT up reply actions
I ruv Snoopy.
"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 Apr 23, 2010 11:59 PM PDT up reply actions
As wonderful as this win was, it needs to be forgotten. Time to focus on Sunday. Somebody quoted Bernier tonight as saying ‘You need to have a short memory in the playoffs’. So very true.
Please allow me to adjust my pants, so that I may dance the good time dance, and lead the onlookers and innocent bystanders into a trance.
absolutely
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by Yankee Canuck on Apr 23, 2010 11:04 PM PDT up reply actions
What a game.
Lu being the best penalty killer, great two-way defending/forecheck from Kes. Stone Hands gets on the board. Complete team effort from everyone. 7-2 baby!
"But yeah…like CC…I harbour no ill will." - VancityDan
by Chuckles Canuckles on Apr 23, 2010 11:08 PM PDT reply actions
Wish Burr could get on the board, but as long as he isn’t a liability, it’s ok.
Please allow me to adjust my pants, so that I may dance the good time dance, and lead the onlookers and innocent bystanders into a trance.
Yeah I dont mind it as long as he's hitting and not giving away the puck.
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by Chuckles Canuckles on Apr 23, 2010 11:32 PM PDT up reply actions
schroeder?
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by Yankee Canuck on Apr 23, 2010 11:16 PM PDT up reply actions
So don't get violent and don't get caught with your head down, the night she stole the moon.
by thelastjohnny on Apr 23, 2010 11:25 PM PDT up reply actions
Anyone know how Shirokov is doing for the Moose? Is he still a good prospect?
by British Canuck on Apr 23, 2010 11:30 PM PDT up reply actions
I think he’s still a project. Who knows, Russians can be pretty flakey sometimes.
Please allow me to adjust my pants, so that I may dance the good time dance, and lead the onlookers and innocent bystanders into a trance.
They said he had to adapt to the NA style. I think he was one of their top scorers.
So he is definitely still a prospect. Nothing wrong with having yet more magic mittens and top corner snipers….
Though after tonight, it looks like we already have a few!
Samuelsson carries a Swedish passport, but Henrik thinks of his fellow countryman as quasi-Canadian. He plays with an edge and has lots to say to opponents on the ice.
"People in here love him," Henrik said. "He's almost Canadian with the way he likes to chirp and go back and forth." B. Ziemer/Van. Sun 4/22/10
Two assists
and an even =/- after five games so far. He’s got the skills to be in the NHL, but whether he can handle the speed and physicality at this level… Definitely going to have to see what he learns from this season, even if he wants to be back. Did all right in the regular season, all things considered: led the team with 22 goals in 76 games.
Schroeder is sitting 3-3 in five games, but is a minus 2. Still, high pressure games for the rookie, and he’s doing all right.
i’ll be at the game on sunday (unfortunately will probably miss first period of canucks, but i’ll live i think). Wasn’t thinking it would be 9oclock game, thot it would be 10. Hopefully after a couple wins the moose will have a bit of confidence and not get slaughtered in hamilton again. If only they didn’t lose game 4 in 2ot, would have the lead right now
VAN leads the post season in goals per game now: 4.20. Pitts and Wash are both at 4.00.
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Funny!
Gotta say Quisp’s post-game post at Jewels From The Crown is some funny stuff.
Leave a comment and show ’em some love.
Jonathan Bernier on his way to LA…damn.
"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
Where did you hear that?
Please allow me to adjust my pants, so that I may dance the good time dance, and lead the onlookers and innocent bystanders into a trance.
Whoops, I shoulda said it was off CDC.
HAHAHA, don’t listen to me!
"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 Apr 24, 2010 12:17 AM PDT up reply actions
Good Job Canucks
you have a great shot to finish off the Kings in six now
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by the new Bradfather on Apr 24, 2010 12:21 AM PDT reply actions
ha, that Murray
Post game videos on canucks.com. Calling SOB a “clown that he is” after celebrating the fight. Have any words for that dumbass Clune on your bench?
I told you all
that alberts would be fine after sitting for a couple games. He was a not horrid defenceman last night. Wish I could say the same for Bieksuck. I’m a bit bummed for SOB…I see him being traded out in the off season now, after the shenanigans a couple weeks back, the yelling at bowness last game and the lame finger waving last night. I have a feeling that off the ice he’s probably one of those douche-rocket pricks you want to punch out.
"Hope you like pancakes, Norway..." Morgan Freeman
"you'll be playing in england the rest of your career" Sir Alex Burrows
I would guarantee he is that kind of guy off the ice. Imagine hanging out with a drunk SOB? haha
by Sean Zandberg on Apr 24, 2010 12:29 PM PDT up reply actions
Heh no kidding. Having said that though, I bet he’s a real rallying point in the locker room. Not a leader, more the class clown that everyone tries to support and look out for.
"Hope you like pancakes, Norway..." Morgan Freeman
"you'll be playing in england the rest of your career" Sir Alex Burrows
and he probably keeps them loose with his sense of humor
by Sean Zandberg on Apr 24, 2010 12:56 PM PDT up reply actions
Yeah, a real clown
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