Rob Williams
@RobTheHockeyGuy
Quote from Podkolzin's Flag of Russia teammate: "Vasily Podkolzin was a good captain for us, he motivated us and kept us going. Unfortunately, we couldn't follow his words of advice. We let him down... We didn't crash the net enough. Vasily did that, but we didn't."
- VANTEL

Podkolzin looked two or three years further along in his development than most of his teammates. Hopefully that progression continues over the next few years.

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- YeOldTimer

Sounds like Dayal and Drance from the Athletic.

I think people are downplaying the growth that will likely happen with these young kids. The Petey/Boeser/Hughes of this year are better than that of last year. Not a lot of teams have that internal growth. Plus, our D this year is better than last.

That said, Marky leaves a huge hole, and worse he's filling it with a rival. I'm still of the mind that a goalie coach can do wonders, and Holtby will bounce back a little while Marky slides a little.

Pretty much all the Canadian teams got better, it's going to be a gauntlet this year. Can see the Canucks anywhere from 2nd to 6th.
- NewYorkNuck

Agreed. But I'm not too worried about Marky in Calgary. We employ his former Goalie Coach. The shooters faced him tons in practice. We've got the book on him.

I also think Holtby and Demko will make a solid tandem. If there's a dropoff in quality starts it isn't going to be drastic. I think team improvement will more than cover for it, but it's not enough to separate us from the middle pack.

Jesus, go to a barber.
- Load Management

I think he did. Said 'gimme the Jesus' and got exactly that.

I think he did. Said 'gimme the Jesus' and got exactly that.
- YeOldTimer

He basing his assumptions solely on Demko and Holtby not being able to equal the goaltending Marky gave the Canucks last year. There’s some merit to that, I’m praying they can.


“The team was bailed out consistently by the heroics of the now-departed Jacob Markstrom and still barely reached the postseason. It leaves a massive void in Vancouver's net that isn't going to be filled by Thatcher Demko and Braden Holtby. Demko turned heads in the playoffs, but his abbreviated run was a flash in the pan. He posted a pedestrian .905 save percentage in the regular season, and the Canucks played .500 hockey with him between the pipes. Holtby, meanwhile, was legitimately bad last season and his best days are clearly behind him.”
- Pacificgem

That's the only reason. Other than losing Markstrom the team has basically improved across the board. I think Holtby/Demko under Ian Clark can pull this little miracle off. lol

He basing his assumptions solely on Demko and Holtby not being able to equal the goaltending Marky gave the Canucks last year. There’s some merit to that, I’m praying they can.


“The team was bailed out consistently by the heroics of the now-departed Jacob Markstrom and still barely reached the postseason. It leaves a massive void in Vancouver's net that isn't going to be filled by Thatcher Demko and Braden Holtby. Demko turned heads in the playoffs, but his abbreviated run was a flash in the pan. He posted a pedestrian .905 save percentage in the regular season, and the Canucks played .500 hockey with him between the pipes. Holtby, meanwhile, was legitimately bad last season and his best days are clearly behind him.”
- Pacificgem

That's the only reason. Other than losing Markstrom the team has basically improved across the board. I think Holtby/Demko under Ian Clark can pull this little miracle off. lol

Agreed. But I'm not too worried about Marky in Calgary. We employ his former Goalie Coach. The shooters faced him tons in practice. We've got the book on him.

I also think Holtby and Demko will make a solid tandem. If there's a dropoff in quality starts it isn't going to be drastic. I think team improvement will more than cover for it, but it's not enough to separate us from the middle pack.
- Load Management

Marky will help CGY when healthy no question...it's the groin they need to be worried about. See where it goes.

Podkolzin looked two or three years further along in his development than most of his teammates. Hopefully that progression continues over the next few years.
- YeOldTimer

He had NHL strength and good hockey smarts . His style will fit very well with Bo and hopefully Hoglander.

He had NHL strength and good hockey smarts . His style will fit very well with Bo and hopefully Hoglander.
- VANTEL

Honestly, at this point I think it's his job to lose.

Honestly, at this point I think it's his job to lose.
- Load Management

It will be the same next year I think.

I like Pearson but I think he too will be offered 2yrs @ 4 mil. Pods can step in like Hoglander . I think Canucks are going to sign a big name next year so it is up to Pearson to decide if he wants to stay at a reasonable contract.

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Green on Hoglander progress: We don't have a set rule on it but as long as a player keeps showing he belongs, he does belong.

It will be the same next year I think.

I like Pearson but I think he too will be offered 2yrs @ 4 mil. Pods can step in like Hoglander . I think Canucks are going to sign a big name next year so it is up to Pearson to decide if he wants to stay at a reasonable contract.

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Green on Hoglander progress: We don't have a set rule on it but as long as a player keeps showing he belongs, he does belong.
- VANTEL

Bumps Pearson down to the third line? Lets the team trade Jake?

Bumps Pearson down to the third line? Lets the team trade Jake?
- NewYorkNuck

I think Jake will prove he belongs over Pearson this year.

I think Jake will prove he belongs over Pearson this year.
- canucksfan1944

I hope so too. I still think they will get a high end top 6 forward.

It will be the same next year I think.

I like Pearson but I think he too will be offered 2yrs @ 4 mil. Pods can step in like Hoglander . I think Canucks are going to sign a big name next year so it is up to Pearson to decide if he wants to stay at a reasonable contract.

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Green on Hoglander progress: We don't have a set rule on it but as long as a player keeps showing he belongs, he does belong.
- VANTEL

Oh he belongs.



The kid is built like a tank. Has hands and speed. Can't wait to see him give the opposing D fits while all the little people in Canuckland rejoice.

Jesus, go to a barber.
- Load Management

Jesus was a Nazarene. They don’t cut their hair silly 🤓

Oh he belongs.



The kid is built like a tank. Has hands and speed. Can't wait to see him give the opposing D fits while all the little people in Canuckland rejoice.
- Load Management

Unfortunately he doesnt kill penalties so it's still probably a long shot over LE.

I picked Canucks for 6th in the division and I ain't no east coaster. I think they are usually way off but they have nailed that pick this year.
Way to many of you guys look at our players and go wow, look at al the shininess we have, bunch of idiot fans we have.
- Reubenkincade

Someone buy Ruby a Coke and a smile. He’s having a bad day.😢

Jesus was a Nazarene. They don’t cut their hair silly 🤓
- Shuswap Wap

Do they manscape?

https://news.google.com/a...=en-CA&gl=CA&ceid=CA%3Aen

I only read the transcript, but I can hardly believe he actually read this!

Unfortunately he doesnt kill penalties so it's still probably a long shot over LE.

- boonerbuck

I think Loui was benched the last 7 games of the playoffs. Doesn't sound like he was too unreplaceable.

https://news.google.com/a...=en-CA&gl=CA&ceid=CA%3Aen

I only read the transcript, but I can hardly believe he actually read this!
- 1970vintage

More importantly, what’s up with Tesla? Elon Musk became the richest man in the world today.

Thank you Pres.cup.


From my Mom.
- Load Management

Tell her that I miss our fireside ... er... chats, but until the mask is finished I can't see her.

https://news.google.com/a...=en-CA&gl=CA&ceid=CA%3Aen

I only read the transcript, but I can hardly believe he actually read this!
- 1970vintage

Well, good for him... a little late but better then never.

I think Loui was benched the last 7 games of the playoffs. Doesn't sound like he was too unreplaceable.
- VANTEL

I seem to remember him playing against Vegas. Are you sure he was benched for that entire series?