GDT: GM15 | Vancouver Canucks vs New York Islanders | Thur. Nov 14th | 7:00pm PST | SNP | Bronco Horvath

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Wisp

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Do you have a link?

Man, I can't wait to read those tweets!
Go read the thread on his extension, should be one of the earliest posts. I know what I said and thought at the time. I have nothing to prove and am not digging links for randos making accusations, especially for you who decided to jump in for some reason.
 

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I don't think I agree with the assessment that Bains is faster or stronger compared to last season, but I think that's maybe 25-50% of why he not a plus possession player and it has more to do with lack of experience in getting the right body position to come away with the puck (see: Garland).

Either way, his most common forward linemates are Pettersson and Miller, he has 1 goal in 8 games (from a Daniel Sprong chance), and I can't recall many times when he's "popped" offensively showcasing his skill because he's playing it too safe. While the hyperbole is a bit ridiculous, I don't really fault anyone for thinking he's not there yet.

I think he gets a long leash as a home grown player who plays the right way and has made consistent improvements throughout his career.

His goal this season will be solidify himself as a legitimate NHL player, which is easier said than done but I think he can do it.

I don’t think they have misguided view that he’ll be a Lekkerimaki type talent, rather can they develop him to one day be a Pius Suter-like utility player.
 

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Copium? Shut up, you absolute dink.You can go back to my tweets and see what I said when they signed the extension.

i have no idea what you're talking about. i'm not calling receipts on anyone i just think the idea that he's somehow more valuable with that contract than without is stupid
 

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I think Bains is a lot better than he was a year ago. But PDG / Lafferty production isn’t going to win you a job in the nightly roster if you don’t have any other utility besides being responsible.

He definitely is faster, more consistently in front of the puck instead of chasing, and more confident.

Given the leaps he’s taken y/o/y, maybe he has more offense in him come April. Who knows.

Bains played pretty well. Bains is a good 13th or 14th forward that can play on in either wing in the bottom 6 in case of injury, emphasis on bottom 6 not top 6.
 

Wisp

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i have no idea what you're talking about. i'm not calling receipts on anyone i just think the idea that he's somehow more valuable with that contract than without is stupid
Then just disagree. Calling it copium is asinine for the other connotations - you're suggesting I am in denial. No, I am being consistent with what I believed before.
 
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lawrence

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horvat went from overrated here to underrated really quick once he was traded. he's a steal at that contract imo

I've always liked him, sad to see him go, and glad he's doing well in Long Island. I will stick with that mindset no matter what. this is a different situation than when Kesler left. We don't know what happened, we couldn't sign Bo doesn't mean he didn't want to stay. Hockey is business.

2013-2023 of Vancouver Canucks history is dark and players need a lot of grace for having to play through that era.

sad but true. absolutely. The Benning era, is a nightmare for people. the fans were literally at war with each other, thats how sad it was.
 

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How would anyone know?



What does this have to do with saying he deleted all his social media?
He said he deleted the app from his phone.
Edit: apparently Thad’s how I interpreted it lol

I dont think sports stars would ever really delete social media presence, their agents won’t let them. It’s a money making vehicle.
 

kanucks25

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I don't think it's the case on this forum but reading seem comments online I am NOT surprised at why a certain population of the fanbase hates him.

Don't kid yourself, not everyone a part of our community here is a saint.

I can totally understand why people have a had problem with his usage but like how others have mentioned, the extreme attitude that some have towards him is super weird for a player that at worst looks like a 13th forward that still has some potential.

It's like Juulsen level hate without being the complete liability that Juulsen is.
 
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credulous

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Then just disagree. Calling it copium is asinine for the other connotations - you're suggesting I am in denial. No, I am being consistent with what I believed before.

i wasn't challenging your judgement or your intelligence and i apologize if you think i was

i just disagree that hoglander's trade value is somehow higher with his new contract. his new contract is an anchor (in my opinion, i hope that's understood)
 
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Vector

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Don't kid yourself, not everyone a part of our community here is a saint.

I can totally understand why people have a had problem with his usage but like how others have mentioned, the extreme attitude that some have towards him is super weird for a player that at worst looks like a 13th forward that still has some potential.

It's like Juulsen level hate without being the complete liability that Juulsen is.

Do you think you need to tell me this? The guy who deletes all the terrible things that get posted here?

What I’m saying is that it’s not overt here and the times it has been, get dealt with swiftly.
 

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Don't kid yourself, not everyone a part of our community here is a saint.

I can totally understand why people have a had problem with his usage but like how others have mentioned, the extreme attitude that some have towards him is super weird for a player that at worst looks like a 13th forward that still has some potential.

It's like Juulsen level hate without being the complete liability that Juulsen is.
he’s also steadily progressed since we signed him while moving up levels, and this year has added a noticeable step to his skating imo. This isn’t a prospect that’s stagnated, he’s growing his game every year and it feels like fans should be behind him.

But like you I also understand those who would rather not see him in the top 6.
 

SopelFanThe3rd

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Your Mother's House.
Sry I only do boxer brief raids.... or mantie raids.

GUYS STOP IT.

We need to shift our attention towards Joshua’s balls because they’ve been through a lot lately.
They should put his missing nut into the ring of honor. Or retire it like the number 7 was retired for the fans.

Eating takeout.

In before SopelFan says "your mom."
Your dad*

Weird vibe in this thread

What’s everyone doing for dinner tonight
I dunno but I'm hoping you'll be my dessert.
 
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