I know its preseason, but anybody else getting a little sick of Millers play... giveaways galore
- carsonagenic

No Horvat, no Boeser, no Pettersson. He’s just trying to do it all himself.

I really hope so, the Canucks need offense from the “D” if they’re going to be successful.
- LeftCoaster

Special teams imo

It's called Jim Benning. I know I'm annoying as crap whining about JB but crap always seems to follow him around. It's been 7 years. He no longer gets the benefit of the doubt. He's either one of the most unlucky gms ever or just bad at being a gm. For anyone who says look at the picks blah blah blah. Last place in a div with Ottawa in it last year. Yes Ottawa and no covid isn't what destroyed us it didn't help but we sucked long before we got covid.
- Jkuzzi

In the wrong blog bucko

I know its preseason, but anybody else getting a little sick of Millers play... giveaways galore
- carsonagenic

Not a center. Not nearly as good without petey.

Preseason games count nada. Shouldn't get your panties in a bunch. Lol

This is exactly the kind of game I’m worried about for the season. Mostly even but a couple bad defensive breakdowns lead to chasing from behind.

Yea, it’s preseason, yes, this isn’t the actual roster, but it’s eerily familiar.

I’ve liked Dikinson and DiGuseppi. Don’t notice them much, just in good position had a few good chances as well.

Juolevi and Myers haven’t been terrible together either - better than Rathbone Myers.
- 1970vintage

And when you factor in that it's likely that one of (or both) of EP/QH are going to have a bad/slow start due to not being with the team throughout training camp and the most of preseason, it's concerning. Let's face it, we need to outscore our opponents, and hope that Demko/Halak can weather the amount of rubber they're going to be facing nightly. Might not be time to panic yet, but you have to wonder how much different the team is going to be when you have the best lineup out there.

I can forgive the fact that our D corps tonight was made mostly up of bubble players and AHL mainstays and take this game as not totally indicative of what we're capable of with our opening day roster. At the same time though, those same D should be standing out (or attempting to) and being much more competitive and even if they're outmatched, makes it even MORE imperative to be standing out. I don't want to hear that a bubble player had a good game because they didn't stick out because that just means they weren't trying hard enough. Bleh, just my rant for this evening and whatever.

And when you factor in that it's likely that one of (or both) of EP/QH are going to have a bad/slow start due to not being with the team throughout training camp and the most of preseason, it's concerning. Let's face it, we need to outscore our opponents, and hope that Demko/Halak can weather the amount of rubber they're going to be facing nightly. Might not be time to panic yet, but you have to wonder how much different the team is going to be when you have the best lineup out there.

I can forgive the fact that our D corps tonight was made mostly up of bubble players and AHL mainstays and take this game as not totally indicative of what we're capable of with our opening day roster. At the same time though, those same D should be standing out (or attempting to) and being much more competitive and even if they're outmatched, makes it even MORE imperative to be standing out. I don't want to hear that a bubble player had a good game because they didn't stick out because that just means they weren't trying hard enough. Bleh, just my rant for this evening and whatever.
- DariusKnight

Thanks Kuzzi 🙏

As for Hamonic he can eff off. Idc about personal reasons 1 bit in his case. High maintenance & no vax. Not ready to play & never could or was going to for 82. Rant over. Anyone want tea & crumpets?

Good game tonight guys!

Iain MacIntyre
@imacSportsnet
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Canucks are being ultra-careful here with Hamonic. Lots of speculation about vaccination, but there is also potential issue about the mental health of a player under extreme pressure. So team is giving him time and space.

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This would make a lot of sense
- VANTEL

(frank) that, dude should have considered that before inking a contract.
Vaxed or not, the risk would have been the same as it relates to interacting with his own family.

If it is mental illness , I believe he can be put on LTIR. Drouin had it last year and was put on LTIR.

I have a hard time believing any of you guys are fans of the Canucks, there is so much female doging about every little thing it's mind blowing.

Myers plays well but (frank) better complain he shot the puck at the goalies crest, no mention he played well all game long.

Green ices a AHL team, but (frank) better complain that this is the team for the year.

Guys complaining all the time, you guys are worse than a bunch of old ladies jealous of the new younger women that moved in the neighborhood. I think a few of you guys need a tampon change.

Good game by 2/3rds of an AHL roster against Calgary's NHL team.

I have a hard time believing any of you guys are fans of the Canucks, there is so much female doging about every little thing it's mind blowing.

Myers plays well but (frank) better complain he shot the puck at the goalies crest, no mention he played well all game long.

Green ices a AHL team, but (frank) better complain that this is the team for the year.

Guys complaining all the time, you guys are worse than a bunch of old ladies jealous of the new younger women that moved in the neighborhood. I think a few of you guys need a tampon change.

Good game by 2/3rds of an AHL roster against Calgary's NHL team.
- Nuckerwhatever

Good game tonight guys!
- K-man25

Yes good game. The Abbotsford Canucks will have to play better next time if they’re going to beat the Calgary Flames.

I have a hard time believing any of you guys are fans of the Canucks, there is so much female doging about every little thing it's mind blowing.

Myers plays well but (frank) better complain he shot the puck at the goalies crest, no mention he played well all game long.

Green ices a AHL team, but (frank) better complain that this is the team for the year.

Guys complaining all the time, you guys are worse than a bunch of old ladies jealous of the new younger women that moved in the neighborhood. I think a few of you guys need a tampon change.

Good game by 2/3rds of an AHL roster against Calgary's NHL team.
- Nuckerwhatever

Yeah, that's all true, here's the thing... the NHL team outplayed that 2/3rds of an AHL roster. You'd expect it to be the reverse seeing as the goal of most of those AHLers is to try and take a spot away from someone on the NHL roster. It's not the loss that's bad... it's how they lost. It doesn't bode well for the future if bubble players aren't standing out when there's for sure roster spots available due to injuries/unavailable regulars. Save for Hughes and OEL, the D-core was basically what you're going to see come opening night and I sure don't envy Demko or Halak having to wreck their groins trying to stop all the rubber that's coming their way if things don't improve quickly.

I have a hard time believing any of you guys are fans of the Canucks, there is so much female doging about every little thing it's mind blowing.

Myers plays well but (frank) better complain he shot the puck at the goalies crest, no mention he played well all game long.

Green ices a AHL team, but (frank) better complain that this is the team for the year.

Guys complaining all the time, you guys are worse than a bunch of old ladies jealous of the new younger women that moved in the neighborhood. I think a few of you guys need a tampon change.

Good game by 2/3rds of an AHL roster against Calgary's NHL team.
- Nuckerwhatever

Complains about complaining.

You could always just ignore it, that's absolutely an option.

Yeah, that's all true, here's the thing... the NHL team outplayed that 2/3rds of an AHL roster. You'd expect it to be the reverse seeing as the goal of most of those AHLers is to try and take a spot away from someone on the NHL roster. It's not the loss that's bad... it's how they lost. It doesn't bode well for the future if bubble players aren't standing out when there's for sure roster spots available due to injuries/unavailable regulars. Save for Hughes and OEL, the D-core was basically what you're going to see come opening night and I sure don't envy Demko or Halak having to wreck their groins trying to stop all the rubber that's coming their way if things don't improve quickly.
- DariusKnight

I can understand your concerns but respectfully disagree. No matter that you think or believe that a team of AHL calibre should be able to best an NHL squad isn't realistic.

Yes there are players that are challenging for a spot on a NHL squad but not all 2/3rds all at the same time, one, two is a realistic challenge.

The defense will obviously be better with better talent up front, it's preseason, Green is playing guys to get an idea of their skills.

Complains about complaining.

You could always just ignore it, that's absolutely an option.
- vancity787

Why would I do that, everyone gets to post their comments. 99% of you guys continually make up bullpoop to constantly female dog about everything, why can't I comment on that.

You got an issue with complains about complaining, you could always just ignore it, that's absolutely an option. Or just grow a pair and speak up about the constant bullpoop female doging.

I can understand your concerns but respectfully disagree. No matter that you think or believe that a team of AHL calibre should be able to best an NHL squad isn't realistic.

Yes there are players that are challenging for a spot on a NHL squad but not all 2/3rds all at the same time, one, two is a realistic challenge.

The defense will obviously be better with better talent up front, it's preseason, Green is playing guys to get an idea of their skills.
- Nuckerwhatever

No, losing because you were outplayed is fine if you're icing an AHL-heavy lineup because as you say, that's expected. The problem is losing because you were outworked, that shouldn't happen whether you're on the NHL side or AHL side, especially since there's roster spots open for the taking and showing the coaches that you deserve those spots is paramount.

Ultimately preseason wins/losses don't matter, but it can show just what weaknesses the NHL team has. Those issues still have not been addressed in the off-season and it showed tonight. None of the bubble players on the roster showed that they belong and that's concerning. You have 2 forward spots and 1 D spot open due to injuries and because the D-core was essentially what we're likely going to go with opening day minus OEL and Hughes, I'd be scared to roll that out if either OEL or Hughes or both go down for any length of time.

You also have to factor in that Vegas is likely going to steamroll the division once more seeing as they are still trying to get over the hump and win the Cup and that Edmonton probably is going to be 2nd. That leaves us to fight it out with Calgary for the 3rd and final spot in the Pacific to get into the playoffs because frankly I expect the WC spots to both go to Central teams this year.

Meh game, not much to take away from it. Canucks lineup was just bad without EP, Hughes, OEL, Horvat, etc. Miller and Petan were trying to do way too much themselves and it lead to a lot of turnovers.

If Hamonic is out then I'd like to see another RD added



Zadorov is gonna be a pain in the ass to play against, he's a monster out there

Why would I do that, everyone gets to post their comments. 99% of you guys continually make up bullpoop to constantly female dog about everything, why can't I comment on that.

You got an issue with complains about complaining, you could always just ignore it, that's absolutely an option. Or just grow a pair and speak up about the constant bullpoop female doging.
- Nuckerwhatever

Im sorry your feelings have been hurt.

Bytching about this hockey team is every Vancouver fans god given right.

We purchase the tickets, buy the jerseys and drink the 15 dollar beers.

If we wanna bytch, we'll bytch.

we've never won a cup and have been on an 8 year joyride with one of the worst GM's in the league.

Sorry if some people aint drinking the Kool-aid

Last year was a disaster, the year before can only be looked at as a flash in the pan.

Yes good game. The Abbotsford Canucks will have to play better next time if they’re going to beat the Calgary Flames.
- Shuswap Wap

That definitely wasn't your strongest lineup but Flames played Richardson in the top 6 and we had the Gubranson factor.

The Shmathletic put together a list from polled subscribers about the rest and worst broadcasting duos for the NHL... surprising to see the Canucks this high, actually, especially as the top Canadian market:

The 2021 NHL broadcast rankings: The best and worst markets to watch the games

7. Vancouver Canucks

The broadcast: Sportsnet carries Canucks games, with John Shorthouse on play-by-play and John Garrett on color.

Local ranking: 8 National: 10 Last season: 12

The results: Personable, intimate and with universally adored local characters, Sportnet’s Canucks broadcast was very well received.

The year after year consistency with Shorthouse, Garrett and host Dan Murphy has helped breed familiarity, nostalgia and loyalty. It’s something that other Canadian markets with split rights aren’t treated to and explains the big difference in how much the broadcast resonates locally. Shorthouse and Garrett have built up a ton of chemistry and “are like your fun uncles” as one person put it — often able to add a dose of humor or entertainment to keep fans engaged, win or lose.

“Back when the 2015-2018 Canucks were regularly at the bottom of the standings, they were the one thing besides the Sedins that made watching Canucks hockey worthwhile,” read one ballot. “Love their sense of humor and Garrett’s appreciation of sound goaltending is nice to hear, given how scrutinized that position really is.”

“John Shorthouse is the definition of professionalism for me,” said another fan. “He has an encyclopedic knowledge of the game and its history, and he is an objective voice of reason among a very passionate Canucks fan base. He provides good insights that are both easy for entry-level fans to understand and that also resonate with diehards.”

Garrett’s a massive fan favorite locally, although some out of market felt he favored the Canucks a bit too much in his commentary.

The bottom line: Canucks fans can’t get enough of Shorthouse, Garrett and Murphy.

Best were the Islanders, the worst were Boston.

Lines:

Podkolzin-Miller-Garland
Dowling-Petan-Höglander
Di Giuseppe-Richardinson-MacEwen
Gadjovich-Highmore-Dries

Hunt-Myers
Rathbone-Schenn
Juolevi-Burroughs

Demko
- Codes1087

This is what Green was calling a more nhl veteran line up as per his comment 2 days ago? I count 5 vets.


I said revisit the topic of his preseason line ups at 3 or 4 games. Flames have put together more of a NHL line up 2 of 3 so far... Green has done the opposite.

Why would I do that, everyone gets to post their comments. 99% of you guys continually make up bullpoop to constantly female dog about everything, why can't I comment on that.

You got an issue with complains about complaining, you could always just ignore it, that's absolutely an option. Or just grow a pair and speak up about the constant bullpoop female doging.
- Nuckerwhatever