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Written by: Larry "The Nucks IceMan" Johnson Well, itÆs as good a time as any to take a look at the eight game home stand currently taking place, as well as the rest of the month for the Vancouver Canucks. Then weÆll take a look at January, because the way the Western Conference is going, this will go a long way in determining where the Canucks end up in the standings. This ...

Photo credit: Missing Identity by Anangelia Thompson Written by: Larry "The Nucks IceMan" Johnson I have been thinking about this for awhile now as I look around the league, quickly allowing the other teamÆs picture in my mind, and draw up an image of what they represent. Then I stop on the home team and the one thing that is truly glaring about the Vancouver Canucks for me is their lack of identity. ...

Written by: Larry ôThe Nucks IceManö Johnson Let me take the time to explain a little background, about my take on coaching.á As a coach at any level, you are constantly working with many varied individuals and their personalities. Some you get along with, some you donÆt.á A team is made up of many players molded into certain roles. Some have naturally gifted talent, others are more physical, while others more workman ...

There’s a line in John Lennon’s song “Nobody Told Me” that goes like this—“strange days indeed—most peculiar mama.” That pretty well sums up the Vancouver Canucks season to date. They came out of training camp and on into the preseason with a ton of optimism. Certain players like Mason Raymond, Steve Bernier, and Kyle Wellwood would elevate their game to add another offensive line and the much needed secondary scoring. The Twins ...

Written by: Larry "The IceMan" Johnson I am puzzled by the fact that Shane OÆBrien has been sat out for seven straight games, at the time of this writing. We all know that Mathieu Schneider was brought in to quarterback the power play and not for his defensive play nor toughness. Sure Schneider has four points on two goals (one power play) and two assists but he is also a minus two ...

Written by: Larry “The IceMan” Johnson   So what is it about a fan that brings him or her together, on a united front, with a common purpose?   What does it really look like and how does it feel?   There seems to be no age qualifier, as you will see from infants to great grandparents, which transcends generations.   They seem to speak in a tongue that is recognized by all in attendance, one that is ...