For some New Year's Cheer, let's see how those numbers shake out in the small sample size of the Boudreau era. Since Dec. 5:

Record: 7-0-1 for 15 pts (T2); .938 points percentage (2nd)
Goals: 2.75 per game for (22nd); 1.5 per game against (T2)
Special Teams: PP 31.6% (4th); PK 88.2% (8th)
Shots: 31.0 for (14th); 31.3 against (17th)
Faceoffs: 50.6% (15th)

Exactly what I expected to happen, after 3 years of being mocked about my assessment of Green, just shows how many are blinded by media hype.

Anyone find it curious that neither Green or Benning have made a public statement about being let go, usually there is the obligatory thanks for the opportunity, things didn't work as hoped, yada yada.
- Makita

If I was Green I wouldn't say a thing, he's got to be happy with his 2.75 X 2.

This is still the same roster JB built. Im happy woth Rutherford and especially Boudreau, but JR hasnt done anything yet and this fantasy world where are somehow a better team without JB is odd to say the least. Much better without Green absolutely, but were seein this is a pretty decent roster as many of us thought.
- neem55

I don’t think it’s a decent roster at all. There are plenty of holes, bad contracts, soft play, and fringe talent left on this team. They are benefiting from better coaching that’s all. But when the contenders start to push for playoff position you’ll see the pretenders fall further behind. The Canucks still have a long way to go but finally have some decent leadership.

Anything achieved this season will help position themselves for a better 2022 season. I hope it does anyway…

This is still the same roster JB built. Im happy woth Rutherford and especially Boudreau, but JR hasnt done anything yet and this fantasy world where are somehow a better team without JB is odd to say the least. Much better without Green absolutely, but were seein this is a pretty decent roster as many of us thought.
- neem55

JB was the one who had to convince FA to extend Green. If Benning couldn't see the problem with Green he's not a very good scout. If you see dog poop on the ground in front of you and still step in it, you shouldn't be in charge.

I don’t think it’s a decent roster at all. There are plenty of holes, bad contracts, soft play, and fringe talent left on this team. They are benefiting from better coaching that’s all. But when the contenders start to push for playoff position you’ll see the pretenders fall further behind. The Canucks still have a long way to go but finally have some decent leadership.

Anything achieved this season will help position themselves for a better 2022 season. I hope it does anyway…
- bloatedmosquito

I think you're forgetting Alex Chaisson.

Oilers lose again.
- VANTEL

They look like poop, I only caught the 3rd period though lol

But yet now the Trade Pettersson train is rolling in here lol

Remember the cycles:

Miller sucks, problem in the room. Trade him.
Brock sucks, injury prone and we need a Big RHD. Trade him.
Hughes sucks. -27 and soft. Trade him.

Now Pettersson. Pouty and wants to play for a winner. Trade Him.

Patience folks Petey will be ok.

Only concern is Rutherford has a history of snappy trades when he goes after a player.
Pettersson might still get a decent return but now is not the time to trade him.
- LordHumungous

Typical Canuck fans lol, I agree now is not the time, watch him get a hat trick tonight then we can trade him his value is high lmao.

I think you're forgetting Alex Chaisson.
- Marwood

Holy poop, you’re right. Forget what I said. JB built an awesome team. Totally unfair that he was made a scapegoat for players not living up to his atrocious pro-scouting assessments.

I don’t think it’s a decent roster at all. There are plenty of holes, bad contracts, soft play, and fringe talent left on this team. They are benefiting from better coaching that’s all. But when the contenders start to push for playoff position you’ll see the pretenders fall further behind. The Canucks still have a long way to go but finally have some decent leadership.

Anything achieved this season will help position themselves for a better 2022 season. I hope it does anyway…
- bloatedmosquito

I agree with this, I think the teams "stars" are soft, play small and are huge defensive liabilities in a league where if you can't at least break even on your 200-foot play, you're useless. The bottom six is a black hole of no offense, no energy, and no sustained amount of physical play. The defense is a mishmash of super high performance exotic car parts in the turbo and catalytic converter and supercharger with the guts being average at best (probably below average) American muscle in the body of a Yugo or Pinto. The goaltending is the only thing that makes this team be more than bottom of the league consistently.

But yet now the Trade Pettersson train is rolling in here lol

Remember the cycles:

Miller sucks, problem in the room. Trade him.
Brock sucks, injury prone and we need a Big RHD. Trade him.
Hughes sucks. -27 and soft. Trade him.

Now Pettersson. Pouty and wants to play for a winner. Trade Him.

Patience folks Petey will be ok.

Only concern is Rutherford has a history of snappy trades when he goes after a player.
Pettersson might still get a decent return but now is not the time to trade him.
- LordHumungous

Miller’s name was only brought up because he’s an asset that could bring in a considerable haul at the TDL. Many feel that he will walk once his contract expires so cash in while you can. I don’t think that’s a bad strategy.

Brock is a one-dimensional player that will always be under a microscope. If he doesn’t score he’s not worth the cap hit. If he’s scoring on a consistent basis then all is good. All fan bases, not just Canuck fan, react that way to snipers.

In regards to Hughes, that was just Reuben being Reuben. Can’t pin that on all Canuck fans. But I have to agree with Reuben on wanting a more punishing defence. We are fun to play against and when Hughes wasn’t playing well he was a big reason why other teams found us fun to play against.

In all, I think anyone complaining about the state of the team over the last three seasons is well justified in doing so. Now that we are improving, most seem quite content to let it play out before being too critical.

But yet now the Trade Pettersson train is rolling in here lol

Remember the cycles:

Miller sucks, problem in the room. Trade him.
Brock sucks, injury prone and we need a Big RHD. Trade him.
Hughes sucks. -27 and soft. Trade him.

Now Pettersson. Pouty and wants to play for a winner. Trade Him.

Patience folks Petey will be ok.

Only concern is Rutherford has a history of snappy trades when he goes after a player.
Pettersson might still get a decent return but now is not the time to trade him.
- LordHumungous

I think all of what you said is still on the table. Just because we went through a 10 game stretch doesn't erase the last two years. I said a few times wait and see a 30 game run and see what you have and then pull the trigger if they are going to make a big move. A big move can be made in the offseason if things need to be changed. At least give everyone a long look instead of a knee jerk action.

Miller’s name was only brought up because he’s an asset that could bring in a considerable haul at the TDL. Many feel that he will walk once his contract expires so cash in while you can. I don’t think that’s a bad strategy.

Brock is a one-dimensional player that will always be under a microscope. If he doesn’t score he’s not worth the cap hit. If he’s scoring on a consistent basis then all is good. All fan bases, not just Canuck fan, react that way to snipers.

In regards to Hughes, that was just Reuben being Reuben. Can’t pin that on all Canuck fans. But I have to agree with Reuben on wanting a more punishing defence. We are fun to play against and when Hughes wasn’t playing well he was a big reason why other teams found us fun to play against.

In all, I think anyone complaining about the state of the team over the last three seasons is well justified in doing so. Now that we are improving, most seem quite content to let it play out before being too critical.
- bloatedmosquito

I though Hughes was a liability also. I was wrong. Can't let Reuben take all the heat on that one

I remember the local & national media freak-out when Green wasn't getting extended before the end of last season. All of these so called 'pros' & 'experts' going on about what a tragic loss it would be if he was left to walk.
- Marwood

Local media constantly saying Green is a excellent coach and would be scooped by a team immediately. I bet he goes back to the AHL again myself...

Dumb ass local media had a melt down when Nonis was fired... so nothing surprises me.

Miller’s name was only brought up because he’s an asset that could bring in a considerable haul at the TDL. Many feel that he will walk once his contract expires so cash in while you can. I don’t think that’s a bad strategy.

Brock is a one-dimensional player that will always be under a microscope. If he doesn’t score he’s not worth the cap hit. If he’s scoring on a consistent basis then all is good. All fan bases, not just Canuck fan, react that way to snipers.

In regards to Hughes, that was just Reuben being Reuben. Can’t pin that on all Canuck fans. But I have to agree with Reuben on wanting a more punishing defence. We are fun to play against and when Hughes wasn’t playing well he was a big reason why other teams found us fun to play against.

In all, I think anyone complaining about the state of the team over the last three seasons is well justified in doing so. Now that we are improving, most seem quite content to let it play out before being too critical.
- bloatedmosquito

Yup.

How many of you did this today? Polar Bear Swim
- VANTEL

Had an uncle die of a heart attack at his annual swim in Cape Breton.

Local media constantly saying Green is a excellent coach and would be scooped by a team immediately. I bet he goes back to the AHL again myself...

Dumb ass local media had a melt down when Nonis was fired... so nothing surprises me.
- boonerbuck

Hockey Night In Canada were riding the hysteria train as well. That's what I meant about national media.

And by the way, Happy New Year you miserable, old bastard.

This is still the same roster JB built. Im happy woth Rutherford and especially Boudreau, but JR hasnt done anything yet and this fantasy world where are somehow a better team without JB is odd to say the least. Much better without Green absolutely, but were seein this is a pretty decent roster as many of us thought.
- neem55

Agreed. I still think we need to see what this team is made of down the stretch though.

Had an uncle die of a heart attack at his annual swim in Cape Breton.
- boonerbuck

Not surprised . I went and watched one and people were numbing in seconds. Dumb.

But yet now the Trade Pettersson train is rolling in here lol

Remember the cycles:

Miller sucks, problem in the room. Trade him.
Brock sucks, injury prone and we need a Big RHD. Trade him.
Hughes sucks. -27 and soft. Trade him.

Now Pettersson. Pouty and wants to play for a winner. Trade Him.

Patience folks Petey will be ok.

Only concern is Rutherford has a history of snappy trades when he goes after a player.
Pettersson might still get a decent return but now is not the time to trade him.
- LordHumungous

JR isnt the GM. He's looking to fill that position before the team starts making trades. People have over looked that already.

Hockey Night In Canada were riding the hysteria train as well. That's what I meant about national media.

And by the way, Happy New Year you miserable, old bastard.
- Marwood

You too. Hope your resolution was to learn how to grow some decent herb.

Eye test Makita. Elias has sucked for a long time. Time to pull your head out of the sand.

Ahh pregame hate in the midst of a hot streak. Is there anything better?

JR isnt the GM. He's looking to fill that position before the team starts making trades. People have over looked that already.
- boonerbuck

This.

Ahh pregame hate in the midst of a hot streak. Is there anything better?
- Load Management

Trade the rotten core while the team is playing better. It won’t last

Thanks Carol

Happy New Year. Did you read that message on Twitter from the Canucks trainer Brian Hamilton ? Good start to his new year. All the best to everyone.


- VANTEL

They found her.

https://www.espn.com/nhl/...fe-message-cancerous-mole

Oh? What signs? They stink. Need to do like Van and clean out all coaches and management. All of them. They have McDavid and Drai then nothing but soft poo.
- TurdFergeson