Dude....write a book. Get something on paper while you are still among the living.

I'd buy it.


- LordHumungous

I'd use it as toilet paper. Especially the fishing parts.

I don't want to even imagine that trade not working out. Hronek too injured or too expensive, Raty not meeting managements expectations, and the prospects that were available at 17 if the Canucks kept that pick.... big hole in the middle not filled after moving BH... good grief.

Like Guy Rubberboot says, wait and see... no sense fretting yet.
- boonerbuck

I expect it to look like a great trade to begin the season unless Hronek is injured, likely through the season as well unless there's a massive financial commitment at some point.

I think in 4 years it won't look nearly as attractive. However, many of the key pieces of our roster are meant to win now.

I'd use it as toilet paper. Especially the fishing parts.
- Load Management

I'd use it as toilet paper. Especially the fishing parts.
- Load Management

Repurposed 👍😂

Ah, the waffle returns from time out. I hope you spent your time bettering yourself.
- micah555

A former mod baiting people isn't a good look for you. That's Aaron territory.

Happy 77th Birthday Cheech.


- A_SteamingLombardi

I'd use it as toilet paper. Especially the fishing parts.
- Load Management

Who are you kidding... you don't wipe.

A former mod baiting people isn't a good look for you. That's Aaron territory.
- boonerbuck

Meh, I haven't been a mod for like 5 years. I don't need a badge. 😉

Actually, thinking about it, I gave my letter of resignatio about 10 years back. They just didn't take away my hammer for a few more years.

I'm not sure if it will ever be a good trade, unless Hronek re-signs to a reasonable amount and exceeds expectations.

They traded picks with which they could have added another top D prospect as well as a candidate for 3C at a minimum, but yeah that would have been likely at least 2-4 years away.

Seeing as how Miller is aging and Kuz is on a two year deal I understand it.
- golfingsince

I can see the reasoning behind the moves. I am not sure if it is the right move.

I think though even with what has transpired I still think the Canucks are still at least two big moves away from being a competitive team.

I can see the reasoning behind the moves. I am not sure if it is the right move.

I think though even with what has transpired I still think the Canucks are still at least two big moves away from being a competitive team.
- VANTEL

We're a miracle Demko run and uninjured lineup away from competitiveness. Poor goaltending or injuries and we're screwed. Depth is a hard thing to manage in the salary cap world when you've got bad contracts, dead money and any kind of significant underperformance happening.

I can see the reasoning behind the moves. I am not sure if it is the right move.

I think though even with what has transpired I still think the Canucks are still at least two big moves away from being a competitive team.
- VANTEL

At the very least they need a 3c and a backup gt for this season still.

I can see the reasoning behind the moves. I am not sure if it is the right move.

I think though even with what has transpired I still think the Canucks are still at least two big moves away from being a competitive team.
- VANTEL

Stud shutdown D man
3C PK

At the very least they need a 3c and a backup gt for this season still.
- boonerbuck

I think Pearson Blueger and Leblanc are going to be a good shut down line.

I think Canucks goalies are going to look very good for years. The back up this year is a question mark.

I can see the reasoning behind the moves. I am not sure if it is the right move.

I think though even with what has transpired I still think the Canucks are still at least two big moves away from being a competitive team.
- VANTEL

First domino to drop will be if EP40 signs long-term, if he does for less than market value then it makes things much easier going forever. If he signs for what his market says he's worth (10.5+/8) then they're screwed and pieces will have to be moved to make room for his salary. If he doesn't or won't, it'll mean the team is screwed, but it'll also force FA/JR/PA to trade EP, QH, Demko and Miller and actually try a rebuild (even though that's essentially setting the team back 4-5 years)

First domino to drop will be if EP40 signs long-term, if he does for less than market value then it makes things much easier going forever. If he signs for what his market says he's worth (10.5+/8) then they're screwed and pieces will have to be moved to make room for his salary. If he doesn't or won't, it'll mean the team is screwed, but it'll also force FA/JR/PA to trade EP, QH, Demko and Miller and actually try a rebuild (even though that's essentially setting the team back 4-5 years)
- DariusKnight

If they can't afford to give market value to EP, it's going to make that Miller signing a disaster.

I love how he’s confused by the idea of being busy for a month
- neem55

Maybe Lordy can get him a summer job. As long as his shift is over by 4:20 he might be somewhat productive.

Maybe Lordy can get him a summer job. As long as his shift is over by 4:20 he might be somewhat productive.
- Shuswap Wap

Dolly going to put out a new single Working 9 to 4.20?

Dolly going to put out a new single Working 9 to 4.20?
- VANTEL

Starring in the 4:20 to Yuma

So as we figured, Canucks came close to trying to move down.

So as we figured, Canucks came close to trying to move down.


- NorthNuck

I wonder what they were being offered to move down 2 spots? Probably a 3rd.

Pesce is a very good shutdown & PK RHD. The Canes go to RHD defensively. Is the 2024 1st really going to be a game changer? Pesce should allow the Canucks to minimize how high the pick would be. Comes down to if the Canucks are not a lottery team or it’t top 10 protected. Any trade for Pesce comes down to new contract price & cannot miss the PO’s imo. RHD depth would be a serious strength if he came here. Or could ride it out & make an offer if he goes UFA next season.
- Nighthawk

This is exactly the kind of thinking that has resulted in vancouver being perpetually middle of the pack at best last couple regimes. It's tempting, I get it ... and that's why GM's do it. What's the difference letting this pick go ... then that pick, then another ...

We're a miracle Demko run and uninjured lineup away from competitiveness. Poor goaltending or injuries and we're screwed. Depth is a hard thing to manage in the salary cap world when you've got bad contracts, dead money and any kind of significant underperformance happening.
- micah555

That's my problem with the whole thing. The Demmer part could happen, but canucks get saddled with injuries more often (and earlier in the season) than most teams. The travel is a proven thing. It's why vets don't usually choose the west coast to play out the string. Patty Kane will likely be another example. Stay east = stay healthier.

We're a miracle Demko run and uninjured lineup away from competitiveness. Poor goaltending or injuries and we're screwed. Depth is a hard thing to manage in the salary cap world when you've got bad contracts, dead money and any kind of significant underperformance happening.
- micah555

I don't agree.

I think defensive structure will be better from the start, meaning it won't be necessary to have goaltending be top tier to remain competitive. It would simply be an advantage.

After all, goaltending is part of the team. Having above average goaltending is a huge advantage providing you can sustain average offensive and defensive play. When that goalie gets in the zone then you can beat any team on any given night.

yo yo bee-atches WTF up???

Still a shat show in here or have things 'cooled off' for the summer?

You know...climate and all
- LordHumungous

Let me know if we need things escalated in here, always happy to help!

Let me know if we need things escalated in here, always happy to help!

- VanHockeyGuy

No lefty lately. Finally figured out Scottsdale is a giant turd and has to deal with the embarrassment.