spook007 Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 24 minutes ago, Barn Burner said: Yeah exactly. It's pretty obvious you earn your spot or you don't play. Kuz should be fine. Tocchet benched JT for the rest of the period to get him to get his head back in the game. Nobody should be getting any special treatment. It's great to see. And where are those "fire Tocchet" guys? 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KoreanHockeyFan Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 (edited) 1 hour ago, Blue said: Here is Patrick Johnston on December 20th hyping the Kings over the Canucks right at the start of the video A few posters here and Drance were also hyping them at the time. Johnston and Drance are absolute nightmares to listen to - I remember listening to these sentiments last month, incredibly annoying. I only bother listening to that dud of a podcast when Seravalli or Corrado come on to do their hits. Here's something miles better on a much better podcast: Edited January 9 by KoreanHockeyFan 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IBatch Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 (edited) Don't know about you guys/gals. But aside from that massive win against a top team. I'm looking forward to @CanuckFanForever trying not to choke on his joystick, and not make a duplicate (do I have this right, or is it a joint account!?), and have to actually man up and say nice things about Tochett and the team, win or lose, for the rest of the season. Know it won't be easy. But also think he can do it too. Edited January 9 by IBatch 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I.AM.THE.WALRUS Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 5 minutes ago, IBatch said: Don't know about you guys/gals. But aside from that massive win against a top team. I'm looking forward to @CanuckFanForever trying not to choke on his joystick, and not make a duplicate (do I have this right, or is it a joint account!?), and have to actually man up and say nice things about Tochett and the team, win or lose, for the rest of the season. Know it won't be easy. But also think he can do it too. I think it’s hilarious - speaking of his perpetual negativity Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I.AM.THE.WALRUS Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 2 hours ago, spook007 said: Don't think that was the plan. He is only 2C by default. Pius to Hoggy tho…….. what a pass… he’s a beauty… 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I.AM.THE.WALRUS Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 4 hours ago, Malibu said: Toffoli would be the guy if Pete was to become the center we hope for. I believe Pete will need to stay on the wing with Miller though. Petey needs protection for sure… Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IBatch Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 54 minutes ago, I.AM.THE.WALRUS said: I think it’s hilarious - speaking of his perpetual negativity Walrus not sure what you mean by that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrJockitch Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 6 hours ago, Alflives said: There is a jealousy in central Canada of our climate and how beautiful a region we live in. When they can retire, and if they can afford it, they move here. Lord knows I am planning too. Will necessitate going from 4000sq feet and a pool to a large closet with a hammock but that’s Vancouver and she is generally worth it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AussieCanuckinUK Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 9 hours ago, Alflives said: Your PBSD needs treatment. Ha....what is B ...Bruce, Bandwagon? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steamer4GM Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 19 hours ago, CanuckFanForever said: Canucks played a full 60 mins, Played their game, every player stepped it up and Tocchet out coached Laviolette But, but… what happened? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steamer4GM Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 19 hours ago, Barnstorm said: A thing of beauty. Now this I like!! Even IF the kings won all 4 of their games in hand, we’d still be a point up on them. So all the naysayers who refused to give props last month and the month before and the month before based on soft schedule and having played more games early can kiss my rosy red Doughboy 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tocchet.A.Hockey.God Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 (edited) 38 minutes ago, Steamer4GM said: But, but… what happened? So in your point of view people can't change their opinion. Perfection must be nice it must be lonely on top of that mountain LOOK AT YOUR SIGNATURE YOU ARE ALSO THE GRAMMER POLICE. should of, could of, would of Are you a teacher with a PhD Edited January 9 by CanuckFanForever Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steamer4GM Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 4 minutes ago, CanuckFanForever said: So in your point of view people can't change their opinion. Perfection must be nice it must be lonely on top of that mountain LOOK AT YOUR SIGNATURE YOU ARE ALSO THE GRAMMER POLICE. should of, could of, would of GrammAr Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tocchet.A.Hockey.God Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 Just now, Steamer4GM said: GrammAr I Don't Care Grammer I like it bettar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spook007 Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 2 hours ago, I.AM.THE.WALRUS said: Pius to Hoggy tho…….. what a pass… he’s a beauty… While I like Suter, I don't think he is a 2C on a contender...at least no by choice. He is a good player, very good value, but feel we need a better 2C, if we are to really believe... Nevertheless, go for it even if these are the horses, we have.... who knows, what tomorrow brings Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spook007 Posted January 9 Share Posted January 9 58 minutes ago, AussieCanuckinUK said: Ha....what is B ...Bruce, Bandwagon? Post Benning Stress Disorder, would be my guess... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sergiomomesso Posted January 10 Share Posted January 10 I’m sure the 650 caller Mike from Surrrey/WhiteRock is @CanuckFanForever or a close relative. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CanucksJay Posted January 10 Share Posted January 10 23 hours ago, JamesB said: I would like to comment on these two points. What a lot of people (including me) have been saying about Kuzy, at least for the past two games, is that he had been playing well but is clearly "squeezing his stick" and "not playing with confidence". I think that is an objective assessment. He has contributed to both wins despite not getting on the scoreboard but, right now, I would say he is the only guy on the team who is playing below expectations. It is not a question of Tocchet's good side or bad side. It is a question of how Kuzy reacts. Tocc has done a great job with Miller, Boeser, Garland, Joshua and Hogs. Kuzy is taking a bit longer but I think he is making progress. The good news is that if he really does take the next step and combines his offensive skill with solid defensive play that will go a long way toward solving the "one-line problem." This brings me to the point about a "one-line team". This has been discussed a lot. If that one line is the best line in the league and is scoring at a high rate, I think we can live with that. But if Kuzy can elevate his game to the level I think we believe he can, the Canucks would have a good second line along with maybe the best third line in the league (and don't forget Hoggy on the 4th line). A lot of people are saying that we "need" a high-end 2C. It would be nice to have one, but they are not easy to get. While Suter is regarded as natural 3C, with two good wingers (Kuzy and Mik) the line could be a very good two-way line that is at least respectable as a second line. The combination of arguably the best top line in the league, the best third line in the line, an above-average 4th line, and a respectable second line would be pretty darn good -- better than other other team in the NHL can muster. (There is a reason the Canucks lead the NHL is scoring and in scoring differential.) Right now, I would say don't mess with success. If and when other teams do react effectively to the Lotto line, then Tocc can look as other adjustments. Great post. Your assessment of Kuz is accurate. He is starting to play the way RT wants but its out of his comfort zone and with past trauma of benchings, he's squeezing his stick and passing up opportunities when he should be shooting etc. I think once the system gets fully engrained, he'll start playing faster and not overthinking and once he finds a bit of success, he might have a nice trajectory. Well that's the hope at least 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AussieCanuckinUK Posted January 11 Share Posted January 11 On 1/9/2024 at 11:36 PM, spook007 said: Post Benning Stress Disorder, would be my guess... Ahhhh yes, still very much in therapy but the canucks winning ways are helping..... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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