Carol Schram: Vancouver Canucks: Injury Issues, Plugging Holes, More on Game Atmosphere The Vancouver Canucks get back to work on Thursday as they'll try to snap a five-game winless streak on Friday against the St. Louis Blues. Also, more thoughts on fans and game atmosphere.

on a completely unrelated note, here's an interesting graph:

I hope Hank sits out the Olympics if he needs time for his finger to heal. He needs a Stanley Cup more than any Olympic medal!

I hope Hank sits out the Olympics if he needs time for his finger to heal. He needs a Stanley Cup more than any Olympic medal!
- LeftCoaster

I'd argue he's got a much better shot at one over the other.

on a completely unrelated note, here's an interesting graph:


- AlexF

Post that in Aguello's thread. I DARE ya!

Edit: If you don't, I will....

IMHO - It seems quite similar to the ACC where most of the music is geared towards not offending the suits in the front rows. The main issue in Toronto is way too many corporate seats. The majority of the Platinum seats don't return until 5 minutes into the period. Maple Leaf Gardens was an incredible atmosphere because it was all fans. The ticket prices are getting out of reach for the majority of true fans. Especially since they're not high in the rankings.

Post that in Aguello's thread. I DARE ya!

Edit: If you don't, I will....
- Iggysbff

Done

I know there is so much talk about taking fighting out of the game but until they do there is no need to hide behind it. I remember seeing a few years ago in Dallas (they still may I cant remember) that after a fight they play a clip from rocky, or slap shot etc. kind of taunting the other team. Video clips like this can be great. Rock music 100%


Hockey is simply an intense game to play at the pro level. So that intensity should be recreated in the atmosphere through, music, video, light, shows etc.

there is never a need for pop or techno in a hockey rink. Keep that to a sport without full contact.

I hope Hank sits out the Olympics if he needs time for his finger to heal. He needs a Stanley Cup more than any Olympic medal!
- LeftCoaster

That would be the "team player" thing to do.

That would be the "team player" thing to do.
- Chest Rockwell

Not for Team Sweden.

Not for Team Sweden.
- AlexF

Well said.

Carol Schram: Vancouver Canucks: Injury Issues, Plugging Holes, More on Game Atmosphere
The Vancouver Canucks get back to work on Thursday as they'll try to snap a five-game winless streak on Friday against the St. Louis Blues. Also, more thoughts on fans and game atmosphere.
- Carol Schram

Blues are just like the Kings for the Canucks, they can match/beat them in the skill game and beat them physically. Just not a good matchup.

Gillis better be working those phones to trade Edler for a 2nd liner with some grit/size.

Done
- golfingsince

Geez. A month or two ago you'd have been banned and it would have set them off for pages. Now barely a mention.

I guess it set in that everyone was right about them all along....

Geez. A month or two ago you'd have been banned and it would have set them off for pages. Now barely a mention.

I guess it set in that everyone was right about them all along....
- Iggysbff

There does exist a tipping point in every fanboy's heart where reality overpowers optimism.

Leaf fans might be there, but incredibly they're still in a playoff spot so it's definitely worth fighting for as opposed to throwing in the towel.

Blues are just like the Kings for the Canucks, they can match/beat them in the skill game and beat them physically. Just not a good matchup.

Gillis better be working those phones to trade Edler for a 2nd liner with some grit/size.
- Nucker101

There does exist a tipping point in every fanboy's heart where reality overpowers optimism.

Leaf fans might be there, but incredibly they're still in a playoff spot so it's definitely worth fighting for as opposed to throwing in the towel.
- AlexF

Tonights games may change all that.

- AlexF

I want Kane damnit.

Not for Team Sweden.
- AlexF

He's already won gold with Sweden. How much is team Sweden paying him again?

I want Kane damnit.
- Nucker101

Is there room beside Kesler in your avatar (and on your bedroom ceiling for another poster), if the Canucks do trade for Kane ?

He's already won gold with Sweden. How much is team Sweden paying him again?


- Chest Rockwell

He should also rest here on Team Canucks. Forget that stupid Ironman streak get some rest to rejuvenate .

Carol Schram: Vancouver Canucks: Injury Issues, Plugging Holes, More on Game Atmosphere
The Vancouver Canucks get back to work on Thursday as they'll try to snap a five-game winless streak on Friday against the St. Louis Blues. Also, more thoughts on fans and game atmosphere.
- Carol Schram

Canucks games cater to the wealthy, boring fans. I used to have half season tickets until a couple years ago when I realized it was more fun (and cheaper) to watch the game at home in HD with some buddies and cheap beer. I was told numerous times by people sitting behind me to sit down while celebrating a Canucks goal. People get kicked out for being too noisy. I blame Booth.

Slow day on the boards......

Canucks games cater to the wealthy, boring fans. I used to have half season tickets until a couple years ago when I realized it was more fun (and cheaper) to watch the game at home in HD with some buddies and cheap beer. I was told numerous times by people sitting behind me to sit down while celebrating a Canucks goal. People get kicked out for being too noisy. I blame Booth.
- hankthetank

Yeah , much better at home with cheap beer a close by urinal and HiDef

Canucks games cater to the wealthy, boring fans. I used to have half season tickets until a couple years ago when I realized it was more fun (and cheaper) to watch the game at home in HD with some buddies and cheap beer. I was told numerous times by people sitting behind me to sit down while celebrating a Canucks goal. People get kicked out for being too noisy. I blame Booth.
- hankthetank

You can't speak up at all during the game ... or somebody calls 1-800-IRAT.... And you get kicked out.....

I 100% agree about the Cheap beer too ... and I have a 60" HD TV which is just as good to watch it on.

Is there room beside Kesler in your avatar (and on your bedroom ceiling for another poster), if the Canucks do trade for Kane ?
- Fosco

I'm already making room.