IBatch Posted December 15, 2023 Share Posted December 15, 2023 (edited) 7 minutes ago, tas said: it was pretty simple, just a lot of work. figure out point % each year before and after Dec. 20 and do some pretty basic math. the reality is it was horribly unscientific and shouldn't have worked but worked perfectly 2 years in a row. Yes especially considering schedules. Thing is, that team was good enough, to actually not worry about much during the regular season. You knew we were making playoffs. This team could also manage that. And hopefully does. Edited December 15, 2023 by IBatch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spook007 Posted December 15, 2023 Share Posted December 15, 2023 7 hours ago, HKSR said: Man I'm not even totally sure that we need another top 4D right now. Soucy isn't even back yet and we look solid on the back end. Been thinking the exact same thing... Maybe just hold on a little longer and see how the horses run. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post WillisD Posted December 15, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted December 15, 2023 Good morning Nuckleheads! Great win on a special night. Definitely a different feel to this team than in the past. Trading for Zadorov was a fantastic move. I guess theres have been a lot of fantastic moves this year. Walking around Calgary a bit taller today. Can't wait for the shames fans to get to work so we can "talk". Rock on Canucks! 1 3 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spook007 Posted December 15, 2023 Share Posted December 15, 2023 7 hours ago, PhillipBlunt said: Excellent speech. Well done, Roberto. He had me at free the skate jersey 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6of1_halfdozenofother Posted December 15, 2023 Share Posted December 15, 2023 39 minutes ago, Silent Man said: Oh, thank you, I am glad, that my thoughts were correct- I got that feeling looking at your amazing art work for GDT Actually, if you'd been paying attention, she's actually posted her photos with Burr and (just yesterday) with Bobby Lou on this site. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post spook007 Posted December 15, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted December 15, 2023 7 hours ago, Rekker said: Juulsen and Cole pairing has been found money Yes Cole has been a great mentor for Juulsen... Juulsen even himself credits Cole, for guiding him through games... (think the3y said it during commentary a few games ago...) 1 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stawns Posted December 15, 2023 Share Posted December 15, 2023 6 hours ago, 6of1_halfdozenofother said: @stawns - since the GDT is locked, just wanted to comment on a part of your post that's not factually correct: Technically, players don't go in as a specific team affiliation; he's in there affiliated with all the teams he was signed for (ie. all three NHL teams) and played for (including his jr. teams). Val-d'Or Foreurs ftw! Here's his official photo for the HoF. So, maybe not technically, but I'm sure we can all agree that Luongo sees himself as a Panther first. It's not a knock on luongo, but I wouldn't want a jersey of a player who doesn't see himself as a Canuck, primarily. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeteyBoeser Posted December 15, 2023 Share Posted December 15, 2023 I fell asleep in the third period. Must have been boring Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stawns Posted December 15, 2023 Share Posted December 15, 2023 17 minutes ago, spook007 said: Been thinking the exact same thing... Maybe just hold on a little longer and see how the horses run. Agreed. And even though I think they still need to move a fwd for a dman, I would t do it yet 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sassbs Posted December 15, 2023 Share Posted December 15, 2023 2 minutes ago, PeteyBoeser said: I fell asleep in the third period. Must have been boring lol they had 1 shot the entire period Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silent Man Posted December 15, 2023 Share Posted December 15, 2023 10 minutes ago, 6of1_halfdozenofother said: Actually, if you'd been paying attention, she's actually posted her photos with Burr and (just yesterday) with Bobby Lou on this site. Wow I missed it 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Jester13 Posted December 15, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted December 15, 2023 Dominated all game; and yes, even the 3rd. The Nucks now know how to play a stingy game in the 3rd to protect a lead. Chip it out, break up entries, not bother risking any offensive turnovers and just play stingy D. Panthers had some shots in the 3rd, but I don't recall any grade A ones, and Demko has our back anyways. It's ugly, boring hockey in the 3rd when protecting the lead, but it's also beautiful to still be undefeated when leading after 2. 1 1 3 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rekker Posted December 15, 2023 Share Posted December 15, 2023 8 minutes ago, spook007 said: Yes Cole has been a great mentor for Juulsen... Juulsen even himself credits Cole, for guiding him through games... (think the3y said it during commentary a few games ago...) I remember that. Something about a lot of communication between the two. Nice to see the ole ventern helping out the young player trying to carve out his role. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post IBatch Posted December 15, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted December 15, 2023 25 minutes ago, spook007 said: Been thinking the exact same thing... Maybe just hold on a little longer and see how the horses run. Yes. We had this same trickle effect when Myers first came in. It's amazing what adding a legit player does to a team. Myers five years ago > Del Zotto. Gave us 3 guys to work with the bubble year. In the last year OEL and Schenn out, both legit players, but Hronek >> OEL (and a RHD), Cole > Schenn (sorry Schenn, would have like to keep you too!) Soucy >>> Stillman/ AHL player insert here ... And then Zadorov >>>> AHL player insert here, and Juulsen > Burroughs. Juulsen is found money. In one calendar year, we've gone from having one legit top four guy, to a top pairing guy, and a pile of 4/5's. That trickle down effect is way bigger than our bubble season. NHL.com was one of the few supporters entering this season, naming us the dark horse in the West. If the team can keep this going until the All-Star break, feel we will start getting a lot more respect. We've already got some, getting named Canada's best hope for a cup after our start. Soucy coming back is great. Gives the team another boost. Nice thing is there isn't a rush anymore. Juulsen keeps showing the coaching staff and then organization, he's too valuable to send down. Depth. Our D depth last season was loaded with 7-8ths. That also hasn't changed. 3 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HKSR Posted December 15, 2023 Share Posted December 15, 2023 32 minutes ago, spook007 said: Been thinking the exact same thing... Maybe just hold on a little longer and see how the horses run. I'd be really worried about disrupting the team chemistry right now... 1 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Wilbur Posted December 15, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted December 15, 2023 13 minutes ago, Jester13 said: Dominated all game; and yes, even the 3rd. The Nucks now know how to play a stingy game in the 3rd to protect a lead. Chip it out, break up entries, not bother risking any offensive turnovers and just play stingy D. Panthers had some shots in the 3rd, but I don't recall any grade A ones, and Demko has our back anyways. It's ugly, boring hockey in the 3rd when protecting the lead, but it's also beautiful to still be undefeated when leading after 2. Yep, good solid win. Hopefully people aren't putting too much stock into the shot totals, although... 6 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HKSR Posted December 15, 2023 Share Posted December 15, 2023 7 minutes ago, IBatch said: Yes. We had this same trickle effect when Myers first came in. It's amazing what adding a legit player does to a team. Myers five years ago > Del Zotto. Gave us 3 guys to work with the bubble year. In the last year OEL and Schenn out, both legit players, but Hronek >> OEL (and a RHD), Cole > Schenn (sorry Schenn, would have like to keep you too!) Soucy >>> Stillman/ AHL player insert here ... And then Zadorov >>>> AHL player insert here, and Juulsen > Burroughs. Juulsen is found money. In one calendar year, we've gone from having one legit top four guy, to a top pairing guy, and a pile of 4/5's. That trickle down effect is way bigger than our bubble season. NHL.com was one of the few supporters entering this season, naming us the dark horse in the West. If the team can keep this going until the All-Star break, feel we will start getting a lot more respect. We've already got some, getting named Canada's best hope for a cup after our start. Soucy coming back is great. Gives the team another boost. Nice thing is there isn't a rush anymore. Juulsen keeps showing the coaching staff and then organization, he's too valuable to send down. Depth. Our D depth last season was loaded with 7-8ths. That also hasn't changed. Only issue I have with your assessment is Hronek should probably be >>>> over OEL lol 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HKSR Posted December 15, 2023 Share Posted December 15, 2023 16 minutes ago, Rekker said: I remember that. Something about a lot of communication between the two. Nice to see the ole ventern helping out the young player trying to carve out his role. That's why I wouldn't mind seeing Kessel signed for cheap. We make fun of him all the time, but he's a proven cup winner too. Could certainly help mentor guys like Kuz. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HKSR Posted December 15, 2023 Share Posted December 15, 2023 7 hours ago, Silent Man said: I’ve got a feeling that Crimson JH might be a woman. I say the same to my friends that are female. It's just a generic term lol. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hairy Kneel Posted December 15, 2023 Share Posted December 15, 2023 I think these next couple of games are going to be tough. Home ice advantage, last change, and I think we're probably going to get hosed by the refs. Our d need to play choir boy hockey and stay out of the box. Myer's esp Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IBatch Posted December 15, 2023 Share Posted December 15, 2023 13 minutes ago, stawns said: Agreed. And even though I think they still need to move a fwd for a dman, I would t do it yet Felt we were missing 3 pieces to be a championship team. Acquired one, and the most critical piece. The next one, a legit middle six C, who can move up when needed and not hurt you much (offensively). Preferably a big body. And the last, some truculence in the forward group that's also an upgrade on something. Somewhat recently, think Lowry a few years ago, and Jeannott type (hard to find). Teams close right now, to turning the corner. Actually feel they have already. Not into rentals this year, but for sure would be ok with giving them a little more at the cost of some futures too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IBatch Posted December 15, 2023 Share Posted December 15, 2023 (edited) 11 minutes ago, Wilbur said: Yep, good solid win. Hopefully people aren't putting too much stock into the shot totals, although... Florida was CAR bitch last playoffs on this front. Look at who came out on top. Dallas and Vegas had the final, pre-final. Happens often. We've got a very tough road and trial by fire this post season. I'm not betting against us (out of principle). And also because, like Point said, we have the ingredients. Edited December 15, 2023 by IBatch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post JayDangles Posted December 15, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted December 15, 2023 23 minutes ago, sassbs said: lol they had 1 shot the entire period I think this was mostly intentional. With a 4-0 lead your mostly safe. With exceptions like the TOR game I know. But if you're playing the right way it should be safe. What I saw in the 3rd was a lot of unselfish plays. The D stopped pinching, way less forecheck to conserve energy. Two penalties to kill off. I think Tocc made it clear that defense takes priority and to slow things down. It was really good for them to just practice playing with the lead. Although canucks only put up 2 shots, they still only allowed 11 shots I think the whole period, or at least until there was only 4 min left. Something like that. Never felt like the 3rd was in doubt. Every player wanted the game to end 4-0, and not 5-1 2 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nucklifer Posted December 15, 2023 Share Posted December 15, 2023 All cylinders were firing last night. Luongo presentation was very well done, and good to see the creativity from the organization there. ROH or Jersey in the rafters debate can go on forever but they did a classy job of honoring Luuuuuuu... A little sloppy in the 3rd but Florida is a good measuring stick to see how we're doing so super happy with overall effort We beat Tampa, Tampa beat the Coilers We beat Florida so hopefully they'll take that loss out on Mcbaby and Co! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HKSR Posted December 15, 2023 Share Posted December 15, 2023 7 minutes ago, Hairy Kneel said: I think these next couple of games are going to be tough. Home ice advantage, last change, and I think we're probably going to get hosed by the refs. Our d need to play choir boy hockey and stay out of the box. Myer's esp Plus they're back to back early games. Our boys like to sleep in lol 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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