[GDT] Vancouver Canucks @ Ottawa Senatards Thursday Nov 9 @ 4pm PT / 7pm ET SNP/TSN5/RDS2/SN650

[-dlc-]

21 minutes ago, LaBamba said:

 I have a pretty reliable source that’s connected to the oilers. Years ago I mentioned who it was but he told me not to talk about any of this, so I don’t want to get him in trouble. The other day we were talking about how the canucks and oilers started going in opposite directs. He said the biggest thing right now is the oilers wives aren’t getting along and it’s causing friction between the players. So much so that they’ve had meetings about it. He said they rarely hang out together or even talk. Mcdavid keeps to himself and that kinda transfers over to the players on and off the ice. This kinda plays into the opposite of what you’re saying. 
 

The Captain goes further than the rink. He is the guy that brings everyone together. I think Hughes plays a big part in this. I hate to say it, but I think Horvat leaving changed the dynamic of our room. I think Hughes is better at bringing everyone together. It’s just like a workforce. When the people you work with get along you get so much more done. When you all hate each other it’s a constant battle within the battle. 

Natalie Miller is super awesome. She's at the games with their kids..full Canucks gear. She's really bought into the team/city like JT has and that's awesome (FTR I like her every bit as much as I do him). I think JT leading the way with statements about wanting to be here, with this team, really go a long way. And his entire family buying in here as they have really makes a statement.

 

It's sad if those dynamics you speak of get in the way of things. Mean girls catty crap. So immature. 

 

Thing is though, this team doesn't likely "hang out" a lot aside from road trips, etc. But it is about showing maturity and we have some good family types who focus there (home) when they're away from the game. Solid. Not on SM a whole lot (which matters). Very low key out of the spotlight stuff.

 

One thing this organization has always done is behind the scenes stuff that includes wives/families and really helps connect them. Team building goes beyond just the team. 

 

Quinn coming from a good hockey family also really contributes to the "focus" that is where it should be...on the ice. Not this other crap.

 

Drama has no place in hockey...hate it.

[Falcons]

Top teams in the nhl this year 

Vegas , Canucks , LA , Boston , Rangers . Should be fun to watch and be a part of this race for Lord Stanley’s cup instead of just hoping to make the playoffs. 

 

[WeneedLumme]

3 minutes ago, Falcons said:

Top teams in the nhl this year 

Vegas , Canucks , LA , Boston , Rangers . Should be fun to watch and be a part of this race for Lord Stanley’s cup instead of just hoping to make the playoffs. 

 

We have the talent and coaching this year, so I think it mostly depends on injuries. If we can avoid critical injuries at the wrong time, we do look like contenders.

Edited November 9, 2023 by WeneedLumme

[Bure10Kuzmenko96]

17 hours ago, VforVasili said:

Got some great tickets to this one and will be there cheering on the boys!

 

I cheer for the Sens in all cases except when they play the Canucks. 

 

Show no mercy!

I'll be at the game too!

[Ghostsof1915]

1 hour ago, -dlc- said:

What's in this room right now is huge.

 

These guys are playing as a team and for one another. Teams that have a bunch of individuals running around out there don't get it done.

 

I'm glad that the right decisions have been made in who stays/goes. What many viewed as JT's "abrasive" nature is straight shooting, sometimes tongue in cheek delivery like Bieksa. It's such a nice balance with Quinn, Petey, JT and Demko in place. They offset one another nicely. No egos getting in the way, just a strong will and determination to win. I see a lot of big brother/little brother stuff happening and it's awesome that they all 'get" each other at this point.

"That's what she said......." Sorry Deb, you walked into that one.

[Bob Long]

22 minutes ago, -dlc- said:

Natalie Miller is super awesome. She's at the games with their kids..full Canucks gear. She's really bought into the team/city like JT has and that's awesome (FTR I like her every bit as much as I do him). I think JT leading the way with statements about wanting to be here, with this team, really go a long way. And his entire family buying in here as they have really makes a statement.

 

It's sad if those dynamics you speak of get in the way of things. Mean girls catty crap. So immature. 

 

Thing is though, this team doesn't likely "hang out" a lot aside from road trips, etc. But it is about showing maturity and we have some good family types who focus there (home) when they're away from the game. Solid. Not on SM a whole lot (which matters). Very low key out of the spotlight stuff.

 

One thing this organization has always done is behind the scenes stuff that includes wives/families and really helps connect them. Team building goes beyond just the team. 

 

Quinn coming from a good hockey family also really contributes to the "focus" that is where it should be...on the ice. Not this other crap.

 

Drama has no place in hockey...hate it.

 

All the Miller angst was ridiculous. Solid family guy, competitive, likely left money on the table, and an American who tend to be hard to keep in Canada. 

 

I don't know why some narratives never die in the fanbase but it is what it is.

[LaBamba]

28 minutes ago, Bob Long said:

 

That's actually hilarious. 

 

Any contacts with the Flames? 

Let’s just say that there has been too much snow in Calgary. The weather is really getting to them. 

[Bob Long]

2 minutes ago, LaBamba said:

Let’s just say that there has been too much snow in Calgary. The weather is really getting to them. 

 

You mean "snow"?

 

[Googlie]

3 hours ago, AussieCanuckinUK said:

 

the Sens certainly handled the Laughers.....take note Nucks....they are fast on the transition....and just because they are on the back to back doesn't mean a thing...home ice...and riding high after beating leafs...Could be trouble....

 

One thing though, it's not an 'at home' back to back .... they flew in from Toronto late last night so won't be as well rested as they would have been had they played in Ottawa.  Not a long flight, but still, would have taken off well after midnight

[Maniwaki Canuck]

36 minutes ago, Bure10Kuzmenko96 said:

I'll be at the game too!

Back when I still lived in Ottawa I only went to Canuck games.  Last one was Petey's  first hat trick.  Dead crowd but lots of Canuck jerseys including a large Gudbranson contingent.  Have a great time:  nothing like taking over the other team's barn!

[Silent Man]

1 hour ago, IBatch said:

Going to the game tonight!    Got out an old t-shirt ... 92/93... fitting that the team has the same vibes.     Sens arena has great sight lines.    And a homey feel.    Worth the drive and the overnight.   Haven't been this excited to watch a Canucks game live since EPs rookie season (live in MTL...stupid too many vowels and his accidental BS way out of the play) ... Got to watch JT Miller live, one of Greens last games, go through their entire team and score a goal.    Hope for a lot of that!    Also looking forward to the "go Canucks go!" crowd... usually 30-40 of them all together.  

You made my morning, happy for you.

GCG

[bishopshodan]

I'll be drivng back from Vic to mid island during this game.

 

Kinda stoked to listen to it on the radio as I take in our lovely island. 

 

Go Nucks!

[John.Tallhouse]

7 minutes ago, bishopshodan said:

I'll be drivng back from Vic to mid island during this game.

 

Kinda stoked to listen to it on the radio as I take in our lovely island. 

 

Go Nucks!

 

[Strawbone]

7 minutes ago, bishopshodan said:

I'll be drivng back from Vic to mid island during this game.

 

Kinda stoked to listen to it on the radio as I take in our lovely island. 

 

Go Nucks!

I’ve done that drive listening to the game a few times. Makes the drive very enjoyable!

[bishopshodan]

3 minutes ago, John.Tallhouse said:

 

Umm, I'd appreciate that you dont dox me with photos,

 Cant remember what we were looking for in the pool, I think it was our common sense. 

[Goal_thecup]

2 hours ago, Whorvat said:

I'm a massive Linden fan, always have been, have 2x of his jerseys... but holy hell shut your damn mouth

 

This team is off to the best start in franchise history, why is he even talking?

 

This team is LEGIT, let them rock and roll without that bullshit negativity

I'm a massive Trevor Linden fan too, i.e. #16 Captain of the Vancouver Canucks.

He was massively out of his league as President and should not have accepted the position.

[Googlie]

I'm surprised that Suter has zero assists - just 3 goals - in 12 games, given that he plays center.  Only other zero assist players are Hirose (2 games) and Studnika (1 goal in 5 games)

[Bure10Kuzmenko96]

32 minutes ago, Maniwaki Canuck said:

Back when I still lived in Ottawa I only went to Canuck games.  Last one was Petey's  first hat trick.  Dead crowd but lots of Canuck jerseys including a large Gudbranson contingent.  Have a great time:  nothing like taking over the other team's barn!

Thank you! I'm really excited! First Canucks road game for me. Any tips on what to do at the arena or anything?

[Goal_thecup]

1 hour ago, LaBamba said:

 I have a pretty reliable source that’s connected to the oilers. Years ago I mentioned who it was but he told me not to talk about any of this, so I don’t want to get him in trouble. The other day we were talking about how the canucks and oilers started going in opposite directs. He said the biggest thing right now is the oilers wives aren’t getting along and it’s causing friction between the players. So much so that they’ve had meetings about it. He said they rarely hang out together or even talk. Mcdavid keeps to himself and that kinda transfers over to the players on and off the ice. This kinda plays into the opposite of what you’re saying. 
 

The Captain goes further than the rink. He is the guy that brings everyone together. I think Hughes plays a big part in this. I hate to say it, but I think Horvat leaving changed the dynamic of our room. I think Hughes is better at bringing everyone together. It’s just like a workforce. When the people you work with get along you get so much more done. When you all hate each other it’s a constant battle within the battle. 

Agree. Hughes is also way smarter than Horvat. 

Horvat was gifted the C, while Hughes commands respect.

[Googlie]

2 minutes ago, Bure10Kuzmenko96 said:

Thank you! I'm really excited! First Canucks road game for me. Any tips on what to do at the arena or anything?

 

Annoy you neighbors with constant "Let's go Petey" and "Attaboy Huggy" chants (the more stentorian, the better)

[spook007]

4 hours ago, LillStrimma said:

That Linden was unexperianced is probably right but as you might have heard he put his foot down the year after OJ. Wich means he learnt a lesson and reacted upon that.

So if Benning made the final decision about OJ and Petey? It's just a formality since all the background checks is done by the scouts.

Benning is the one that decides wich kind of player he will choose is best for the organisation. Here I wonder why he was after a LHD...

 

My point was just that Linden was President of hockey operations.... If he felt, Benning didn't follow the laid out plan, it was Lindens job to stop him. 

As POH he is Bennings Boss... If Benning broke protocol and didn';t follow what was agreed, he should have been sacked at that point. Otherwise Linden was just a figurehead....

 

This is not about, whether I like Linden or not... Linden is always going to be a hero at this club for what he did as a player.

 

But if Benning really went against, what they had agreed upon, then he should have been sacked. It does suggest that Linden and Benning didn't see head to head, and obviously somebody had to pay the price, which likely was the reason Linden left.

 

Benning was running the entire operation almost on his own at the end, and that is simply not possible...  

 

Its like the captain of the ship explaining, he thought the mate was running the ship aground, but now he has made sure it won't happen again... That is all very good, but unfortunately there is now a hole in the bottom of the vessel. 

I'm sure the owners would say to the captain, he should have stopped the mate, before. he ran the ship aground... 

The mate may not be sacked, but it gives the taste of a rudderless ship, or at least a weak chain of command.

 

Hence I've always stated Linden should not have been POH in the first place, it was unfair to him and it was unfair to Benning. The two persons in the top should be totally aligned, and any disagreements should be kept behind closed doors....forever.

[Nucker67]

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Edited November 9, 2023 by Nucker67

[VforTheCurseEndsHere]

40 minutes ago, Maniwaki Canuck said:

Back when I still lived in Ottawa I only went to Canuck games.  Last one was Petey's  first hat trick.  Dead crowd but lots of Canuck jerseys including a large Gudbranson contingent.  Have a great time:  nothing like taking over the other team's barn!

 

I go once a year every year for the Canucks game in Ottawa and the nucks fans generally outnumber the hometown fans. I think that once a year novelty plays a big factor in that. 

I work in tourism in Ottawa so attend a fair number of Sens games for work events but not sure I would ever pay for one. Maybe if they get their shit together with a downtown arena instead of one in the middle of nowhere I could muster up a bit more enthusiasm to support them. 

 

Despite being an Ontario lad, I have cheered for the Canucks like a masochistic lunatic since the early 90s and rarely ever miss a game, so there is no doubt who I will be cheering for tonight, or where my loyalties lie.

[grumpyone]

it may only be MY opinion but,

I get the sense that McD has been told since he was a youngster that he was ' the best player ever' . It has gotten into his brain as the truth and he thinks that he is entitled to automatically win everything, that he doesn't have to work for anything. 

He forgets that this is a team game. He's only in it for the individual glory. Until he comes to grips with the fact that the team comes first, he'll never win anything other than individual awards. 

He should never have been made captain. The best player on the team does not necessarily make the best captain. 

If Drai was the captain, pissy as he is, then McD could just concentrate on the game instead of having to deal with the media, etc. 

That's just my opinion, though....glean from it what you will. 

[Maniwaki Canuck]

9 minutes ago, Bure10Kuzmenko96 said:

Thank you! I'm really excited! First Canucks road game for me. Any tips on what to do at the arena or anything?

No big suggestions other than to reach out to other Canuck fans in the arena.  It's a bonding experience!  Kanata is about as suburban as it gets so not a lot of suggestions about what to do there.