CANUCKS HOCKEY BLOG » Elizabeth Moffat http://canuckshockeyblog.com The words of a Canuckaholic. Tue, 14 May 2013 20:13:14 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.4.1 The Game According to Twitter: Canucks 2 at Oilers 7 http://canuckshockeyblog.com/?p=12226 http://canuckshockeyblog.com/?p=12226#comments Sun, 28 Apr 2013 14:02:05 +0000 Elizabeth Moffat http://canuckshockeyblog.com/?p=12226 The Canucks lost their regular season finale to the Edmonton Oilers by a 7-2 score. It’s disappointing when you think the score was tied at 2 in the third period. But maybe not so surprising when you realize the Canucks played without their whole top line and their 3 of their top-4 defensemen. Heck, Derek Joslin, Cam Barker and Frankie Corrado all played about 19-20 minutes each. Those stats alone probably say it all.

He probably should have.

The Game According to Twitter: Vancouver Canucks at Edmonton Oilers

The last game of the regular season is upon us. With no where to go in the standings, the Canucks take the opportunity to rest half the team in Edmonton. Here’s hoping their press box is well stocked.

Storified by Canucks Hockey Blog· Sun, Apr 28 2013 06:45:04

For the final game of the season, the Canucks return to Edmonton to compete for a pair of completely meaningless points. Coach V decided to leave half the lineup in the press box.
AV: "We’re going to rest a number of players tonight. Hamhuis, Garrison, Edler won’t dress. Burrows and Daniel will get the night off".Vancouver Canucks
Whoooo! Super pumped for the offensive stylings of Hanky, Pinner, and Weises Pieces!Alix
I have no idea. I might be on the wing in a few minutes… RT @JClarke_21: So who is our first line? @canucksgameCanucks Game
he’s hydrating. under a waterfall. in a rainstorm. RT @brooklynd24: I’m soooo curious as to what Schneider’s injury is. Hmmm.Bruce Ng
taking a break on my paper to play centre for the #CanucksSedinitronic
With all this ice-time, Dale Weise must feel like he’s back playing in the Dutch league. #Canucks #TGATTCanucks Hockey Blog
Just so you guys know, Joe Cannata has gorgeous eyelashes. It’s not even fair. #Canucks #TGATT twitpic.com/cmg7k3Robyn Crystal
Ballard should play goal in the 2nd. Just to say he did. #tgattJustine Galo
On the plus side, Don Cherry gave everyone plenty to talk about pre-game, when he suggested ladies shouldn’t be allowed in NHL locker rooms. Penis jokes for everyone!
Don Cherry’s sexist rant about women in the locker room.mrxzzy
Don Cherry talkin’ about how ladies shouldn’t be in the dressin’ room because of the genitals and whatnotBruce Arthur
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@seangentille Ron’s sigh was the best. Visually deflated by Cherry’s words.Eric Jennings
Don Cherry is right, guys. They’re dangerous to have in the locker room and they carry disease. What’s that? Oh I thought he said squirrels.Dave Lozo
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Dave has a fair point. No squirrels,  that’s just a health hazard.
@patersonjeff Cherry repeatedly demonstrates that Neandertals aren’t extinct. I will party when he finally retires and shuts up #tgattgerimaple
Wonder what CBC thinks about Don Cherry’s comments?… One of their main reporters for the Canucks is, well, a woman.Hosea Cheung
Don Cherry and Ron MacLean are the 21st-century version of Zapp Brannagan and Kif. Stupidity and sighs.Andrew Bucholtz
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To be fair, Don Cherry obviously just teleported here from the 18th century. Look at his outfit. #HNIC @AndrewBucholtzAmber Harding
OH SO NOW ALL THE WHINY PINKOS SAY IM SEXIST, YOU KNOW YOU WOULDNT WANT YER DAUGHTER INNERVIEWIN A PLAYER WITH HIS WANG OUT! SMARTEN UP!Don Cherry Parody
Don Cherry should shut up and make me a sandwichLana Berry
Don Cherry on women in NHL dressing rooms: "I read somewhere their periods attract bears. Bears can smell the menstruation." #BrickTamlandMike Martignago
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I don’t think Don Cherry should be in a broadcast studio, so I guess that makes us even.Melissa Geschwind
Just for the record. I have NEVER seen a naked player in a dressing room. Nor am I looking for one when I’m in there. #JobToDoTessa Bonhomme
Game on… and Ryan Kesler takes a puck to the ear. Of course he does. He tries to play, but refs don’t let you play when you’re bleeding from the ear.
Bench the whole team. Give them body armor. And still bench them. Edmonton can practice their chip shots for golf season. #canucksSpencer
The Lonely Island – YOLO (feat. Adam Levine & Kendrick Lamar)thelonelyisland
If the Oilers broke Kesler I’ma start flippin’ shit over and lighting it on fire.luonGOLD
Ryan Kesler takes a puck to the face, and leaves the ice. Of course he does. #injurywatchJason Botchford
It’s only an ear. Kesler’s got another one. Out there on his next shift. #Canucks #TGATTBruce Ng
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Kesler looks like he went a couple rounds with Mike Tyson. Is that his ear or is he in Reservoir Dogs?! #Canucks #TGATTBruce Ng
HIDE THE PLAYERS! PUT THEM ON THE PLANE NOW. DRESS A TEAM OF LOVABLY CUTE DOGS TO FILL IN.#CANUCKSSpencer
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Henrik Sedin heads to the dressing room too. He’s not hurt though. He’s just done for the night after keeping his Ironman streak alive. I hope he’s keeping Kesler company.
Henrik *goes on the ice*: "Wait, you’re not Danny and Burr! Where are they?! That’s it, see ya."meesh
Hank plays one shift and keeps his Iron Man streak alive, then taps put of the game for good. ❤ It. #tgatt #CanucksluonGOLD
In honour of his brother. RT @patersonjeff: #Canucks Henrik’s night done. A 22 second shift.Pass it to Bulis
Captain iron man #HankJenn Johnson
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We also learn that Frankie Corrado plays a mean guitar. 
So @frankcorrado22 plays guitar too? He is slowly becoming my new favorite person. #hockeyplusmusicMarda Miller
Oh man Corrado plays guitar? That is awesome. Favorite rookie in recent memory. <3Kyle Berndt
Frankie & The Nucks MT @transcendwebs: Frankie Goes To Vancouver. #TGATT RT @JBonCanucks: So who’s nicknaming the Corrado band?! #CanucksJason Baker
CorradoStruck RT @transcendwebs Frankie Goes To Vancouver. #Canucks #TGATT RT @jboncanucks: So who’s nicknaming the Corrado band?! #CanucksCanuckStruck (RH/DC)
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The Canucks cobble together a random powerplay unit, and what do you know, they score! It’s 1-0 thanks to Derek Roy.
Canucks at Oilers – Derek Roy 1-0 Goal – 04.27.13 – HDcanuckshd
Just how Corrado strummed it up. #Canucks #TGATT RT @tinfoiltuque: That was stinkin’ gorgeous.Jason Baker
It’s so fun to cheer when surrounded by @EdmontonOilers fans. #Canucks #TGATTRobyn Crystal
Great puck movement from the new and improved first PP unit. Who needs the Sedins.. ;) #Canucks #TGATTCaylie King
I think I hear more people trying to cram onto the Roy bandwagon. More is always welcomed! #Canucks #TGATTWalter Siu
New PP 1st unit – no Sedins, no Kesler – 2nd unit score on the PP – WTF??? #TGATT #CanucksGlen Thayer
ROY BABY! Who needs Swedes #Canucks #TGATTYellow Canuck
Frankenstein powerplay unit is BEST powerplay unitSeamus McKale
Don Cherry isn’t done for the night, and now he takes issue with Henrik’s Ironman streak.
"I know the people of Vancouver are going to get mad at me." #DonCherry #Canucks No fucking shit. LOL FoxxyCanuck
Cherry can’t be blaming Henrik for having to go off. Coach made the call, Henrik could have played 20+ minutes easily #canucksKen Leech
Why doesn’t Cherry talk about Bouwmeester who hasn’t played ONE playoff game during his ‘streak’? #Canucks #tinmanstreakKen Henderson
When will #doncherry pronounce Bieksa s name right. Also we don’t care about your opinion of the iron man. Blah blah blah! #nhl #canucksCHAPPY
AV begged for Henrik to stay for the good of the team, and he just said "get bent, coach" and left.Ron MacLean
Me RE: Cherry: "He’s an idiot." Mom: "No, he’s not!" *watch a bit* Mom: "That didn’t make any sense." Me: "That’s what I’m saying." #hnicLinds
Meanwhile, we learn that the Canucks will play the winner of tonight’s Kings – Sharks game in the first round.
Sharks! RT @lizzmoffat: #TGATT Poll time! Who would you rather play the first round? #Sharks or #Kings?Jason Baker
@lizzmoffat LAK retribution and if we can’t beat them when we’re beginning and healthy, then we ain’t going to beat them afterwardDeborah D Burke
@lizzmoffat Kings. The Canucks already know how to eliminate the defending Stanley Cup champions in the first round.Marda Miller
@BurrowsGirl @lizzmoffat Ha! But then we have to deal with the @LAKings snark for a whole series. Again.luonGOLD
@lizzmoffat Sharks. I’d like the better of the 2 teams to face the Blues and receive the complementary pummelling.Curtis Reid
@lizzmoffat Kings… only because I live in San Jose and will be out of town the majority of the 1st round! If they play, I want to go!Brittney Gougeon
@lizzmoffat Kings! Lets us beat the crap out of them so they can all go golfing in Disneyland lolSilvifyres
@lizzmoffat Sharks, because I tend to have an easier time making jokes about them compared to the Kings.Seamus McKale
The second period is largely uneventful, but then… Bieksa smash.
Slash by Jones to back of Corrado’s leg, tap by Smid to back of Kesler’s leg, and Bieksa’s had enough. #CanucksCanucks Hockey Blog
Bieksa is like, well if everyone’s not going to play tonight might as well take an instigator and take a break #Canucks #TGATTCaylie King
Bieksa shouldn’t have to do that when they have 2 lines of plugs playing.Taj
Love that Bieksa skates in full steam to stick up for Kes. #CanluonGOLD
Whatever Smid said, Bieksa was not pleased. Could feel his wrath from here. #Canucks #TGATTRobyn Crystal
Its angry Bieksa…I love angry Bieksa! #TGATTKiran Mehat
You don’t piss off BoomBoom. #tgatt #CanucksluonGOLD
On the resulting Oilers power play, Jordan Eberle scores to tie it up with 1:12 left in the second.
Oh Lou…that five hole is so the bane of your existence! #TGATTKiran Mehat
Enjoy your goal and no playoffs again OilersSchneider’s Teeth
And then there’s the flip side: being the only Canuck surrounded by @EdmontonOilers fans when they score… #Canucks #TGATTRobyn Crystal
"Hooray I scored a goal and my best years are being wasted on a terrible team" – EberleSchneider’s Teeth
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The Oilers get a 5-on-3, thanks to penalties to Jannik Hansen and Mason Raymond. They score on the resulting power play, and Yakupov is way too excited about it. Simmer down buddy.
Nail Yakupov just celebrated hilariously hard.Pass it to Bulis
Cheer on #oilers fans. Enjoy your golf. Oh wait. You are still shoveling snow… #TGATT #CanucksGlen Thayer
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Yakupov is jacked to score in a meaningless game against a team resting its top 3 defensemen and top 2 forwardsSeamus McKale
So cute that the announcer is so pumped announcing Oiler’s 2nd goal. Like it’s their last game for months to come. Oh, wait a minute…Lia
It would have been sad if the Oilers HADN’T scored on that lengthy 5 on 3. So, way to go, Edmonton. #CanucksLinds
Tom Sesito scores! He ties it up for his first goal as a Canuck. He gives himself a bit of a celly too, possibly just to mock Yakupov.
Canucks at Oilers – Tom Sestito 2-2 Goal – 04.27.13 – HDcanuckshd
Hahahahahahahahahaha! Nacho Man is our saviour? Well done! #CanucksMelaina
Sestito has humor, sass and he can score goals. #CanucksMarda Miller
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OMG Sestito just trolled Yakupov BAHAHAHAHA!!! That’s amazing… #TGATTKent Basky
He totally did. I can’t believe I’m saying this, but… Tom Sestito just did something awesome.Pass it to Bulis
Sesisto copying Yak’s goal celebration just made my night. #tgatt #canucksluonGOLD
Tom Sestito celebration. Slow clap. Well played, big guy. Well played. #Canucks #TGATTCaylie King
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From now on, the score will be determined by the quality of the players’ goal celebration, judged by a panel of sports bloggers. #canucksLinds
Sestito and Tostitos are a winning combination. Or at least a game-tying combination. #TGATT pic.twitter.com/idUBIxquVoClay Imoo
Keith Ballard almost scores on a breakaway, but instead he’ll go 82 games without a goal. (Well, 86 including the postaseason.) Poor Ballard.
KB4 on a breakaway. The sound you just heard was @jBowmancouver. #Canucks #TGATTChris Golden
Oh my, if Ballard had scored on that breakaway… #CanucksCanucks Hockey Blog
Good try, Ballygoat, good try! Someday you’ll get it. I believe in you, homeboy.K8
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KB4 on a breakaway… #thingsyouthoughtyoudneverhear #TGATTKiran Mehat
It’s official: Ballard can’t even buy a goal. #Canucks #TGATTWalter Siu
#TeamBallardForAGoalMarda Miller
Justin Schultz scores a third goal for Edmonton 3-2. The Oilers continue to be super pumped about everything, good for them I guess.
Mean nothing goals in mean nothing games mean EVERYTHING to the Oilers. #CanucksOmar
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Do you guys understand you’re missing the playoffs againSchneider’s Teeth
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I guess it’s nice that the Oilers players are having fun despite the fact that they’re dunzo until September in t-minus 6 minutesSeamus McKale
The Oilers score again. I’d care more if half the team wasn’t eating popcorn in the press box right now. 4-2.
Dear Oilers: You can make it 19-2 if you want. You’re still golfing tomorrow.Jennifer
Both #Canucks defencemen in no man’s land there. … and i can’t finish a tweet before they score again. #TGATTBruce Ng
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Good job, Edmonton. You’re scoring a lot of goals against a 2nd-string lineup in a game that doesn’t matter. #Canucks #TGATTWalter Siu
5-2. At least Oilers fans have something to cheer about.
Canucks for Oilers Kids Fund just donated a couple hundred grand to their bonus structure. So charitable. #tgattChad Forrest
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Does Edmonton know they still don’t get to play in the playoffs? Polish those golf clubs boys. #TGATTJamieA
After the season the @EdmontonOilers had, we can give them this game. It’s nice to see the building so happy. #canucks #TGATTRobyn Crystal
Canucks: "aww, let them have their moment, we’ve got playoffs to worry about." Oilers: "WE ARE LITERALLY THE BEST TEAM IN SPORTS HISTORY"Seamus McKale
Any more Oilers need a goal or assist? We’re helping make contract bonuses tonight. #CanucksChris Golden
Yakupov scores again for the hat trick. Okay kid, now you can celebrate, go pick yourself out a hat.
I hope the Oilers give one of those Yakupov hattrick hats to their next lottery pick #canucks #hnicTurtle
All Sestito’s fault. RT @botchford: Maybe not mock yakupov next time #pricelessHosea Cheung
Almost shocked Yak isn’t playing the remainder of the game wearing one of the hatsColby Cosh
4 goals in 2:28. Lolz. #Canucks #TGATTCaylie King
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I’d rather lose this game then injure any of our players…#playoffbound #TGATTKiran Mehat
7-2. Okay, now I’m getting bored of this. Can we please just wrap this up now? Chris Traeger will still love you either way.
Okay, knock it off, Oilers. Every time you score, the game clock stops.Pass it to Bulis
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This is to be expected when Barker and Alberts play almost 20 minutes eachSeamus McKale
I don’t even think Barker has been on the ice, but i’m gonna go ahead and blame him for everything anyways. #Canucks #TGATTBruce Ng
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Hmm, Edmonton scores again? Too busy drinking beer to notice. #Canucks #TGATTWalter Siu
Bieksa just let broke his stick on the bench and let out a string of curse words. I’m glad he still cares at least. #Canucks #TGATTRobyn Crystal
2 minutes until I’m put out of my misery here tonight. Imagine how Lou must feel. #tgatt ##CanucksluonGOLD
Well. That’s what happens when $40 million worth of players is in the press box.Chris Pysanczyn
A couple of minutes to go, and Mark Fistric crosschecks Steve Pinizzotto in the face, which Max Lapeirre does not appreciate. 
Fistric and Lapierre in a good ole fashioned wrestling match after the whistle in the #Oilers zoneEdmonton Oilers
Fistric throws a crosscheck to the throat. That’s some dirty shit. He deserved everything LaPierre gave him and more.Rigamaru
Fistric getting punched in the face whilst Edmonton plays the song Shots Shots Shots. There’s a joke in there somewhere.Natasha
Well, that’s the game. Let’s just pretend this never happened and get ready for the playoffs.
"3 first round picks in a row and all I got was a win in the last game of the season against a team that doesn’t care" – a good tshirt IMO;
Higgins said poor 40-minute effort against Ducks shouldn’t happen against Oilers with playoffs near. Canucks got it down to 20 bad minutes.Ben Kuzma
All I can think about is that this may be the last time I see Lou playing in a Canucks jersey…Thank You Luongo! #tear #TGATTKiran Mehat
Now with my popcorn waiting for @strombone1 tweets o’ the night. #TGATTLXXXVII
Onto the playoffs!!!! Oilers can salute the fans and head to Pebble Beach… #TGATTCurtis Reid
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It was an eventful night, with the Sedins producing their usual share of Sedinery, the newly-formed Higgins-Roy-Kesler line showing some chemistry, and even Max Lapierre played his most annoying game of the season (in a good way).

20-year old Frankie Corrado also made his NHL debut. After spending most of the year in the OHL and suiting up for not even a handful of games with the Chicago Wolves in the AHL, Corrado logged 17:20 of unsheltered minutes last night and looked anything but a raw rookie playing in his first-ever NHL game.

Not bad, kid. Not bad.

The Game According to Twitter: Vancouver Canucks 3 vs. Chicago Blackhawks 1

The Canucks face off against their favourite rivals, the Chicago Blackhawks in their quest to clinch the division.

Storified by Canucks Hockey Blog· Tue, Apr 23 2013 05:24:45

Tonight’s game is set to be a good one. Not only are the Chicago Blackhawks back in town…
I don’t care about anything right now, the Blackhawks are about to play the Canucks.Andy #88
… Chris Higgins is making his return to the line-up, accompanying Kesler and Roy on the second line.
@mattsekeres #MemoTo The Canucks, if you need any extra motivation to make a deep playoff run, just imagine Chris Higgins beard in JuneSean Holmes-Smith
If that wasn’t enough excitement, Frank Corrado and his right-handed shot was called up for his NHL debut, and will be playing with Edler.
Not only have the Vancouver Canucks called up …facebook.com
Excited to watch Frank Corrado play tonight! And very happy Higgins is back. Go Canucks Go! #BeatChicagoMarcus Anderson
@canucksgame looking forward to seeing how Corrado handles the big show! #CanucksLandon Carriere
IT’S FRANKIE CORRADO #26 pic.twitter.com/IGKb1w1NcvMarcus Fujiwara
Y’all sure are excited to see him.
#Canucks #CanucksArmy whoever this #FrankCorrado dude is…he’s off to a strong start #tgattDominador Martin V
So Corrado hit a Blackhawk AND a referee at the same time? That’s how you endear yourself to these fans. #TGATTj.Bowman
Kruger got murdered by @frankcorrado22 and @jasongarrison5 will sit for a bit in the quiet room. #TGATTPaul Tonsaker
This Corrado kid is going to have a boy band like following soon.Alix
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I’m totally not. RT @CheerTheAnthem: Anyone else sick of hearing about Frank Corrado?Pass it to Bulis
Not hard to do. RT @hosea24hours: 2 shifts by Frank Corrado and he’s already felt more love by Canucks fans than Cam Barker has all season.Cam Davie
@frankcorrado22 draws a penalty. You watching this Barker? #TGATTPaul Tonsaker
Poor, poor Cam Barker.
I think it would be awesome if Frankie Corrado changed his name to Fonzie! #Canucks #TGATTPaulie Walnuts
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The first period is filled with actual things happening, and some pretty awesome hockey. 
This is already the most aggressive and most offensive Canucks have looked in a couple weeks…Blake Price
There has been more action in the first 8 mins of this game compared to the snoozefest against the Red Wings #Canucks #TGATTCaylie King
Powerplay goal!!! Jannik Hansen deflects in Garrison’s shot and it’s 1-0 Canucks. Helllllll yaaaa!!!
Canucks Vs Hawks – Jannik Hansen 1-0 Goal – 04.22.13 – HDcanuckshd
OK, I admit I wanted Burrows (or anyone) to go after Hjalmarsson for high hit on Sedin. But PP goal is nice, too.Iain MacIntyre
HoneyBadger scores and is throwing hits behind Crawford like only HoneyBadger does. #tgatt #honeybadgerdoeswhathewantsluonGOLD
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I feel bad for anyone standing in front of Garrison’s shot. #Canucks included. #TGATTBruce Ng
#TGATT better include the Pinball Wizard music video. #CanucksLinds
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Before we head off for the first intermission, Mr. Corrado will grace our TVs for his Sportsnet interview.
My first question to Corrado: "Why aren’t you going to be in Transformers 4?" #Canucks #ShiaLebeoufLookalikeMatt Lee
Corrado likes Scandinavian death metal. That might be my favorite fact about any player ever.Sean Larson
Look at the way Corrado’s holding his hands. He has no idea what to do with them.Pass it to Bulis
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For your intermission entertainment, check out some sweet CHB jams:
For @canuckshockey and @lizzmoffat by request: "Days Like That" by Sugar Jones. youtube.com/watch?v=NrbWYk…Clay Imoo
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Canucks score again! Zack Kassian gets the goal, and Daniel’s assist pushes him past Markus Naslund for 2nd place in the franchise scoring race. 2-0 Canucks!
Canucks Vs Hawks – Zack Kassian 2-0 Goal – 04.22.13 – HDcanuckshd
Kassasian. Starts the play and finishes it with a G O A L!!! Channeling Bertuzzi on that goal. #tgatt #Canucks Whoooooooo!!!luonGOLD
When Charlotte was about to give up on him for good, Kassian offered up the ultimate in romantic gestures: he scored. #canucksCanucks and the City
Kassassin scores. #noCoHoMonica
Textbook on how to play with the Sedins. Stand in front of the net, stick down, they’ll get it to you. #canucksHosea Cheung
HUGE ovation for Daniel Sedin moving into 2nd spot on the all-time scoring list. Standing ovation. #CanucksCanucks Game
It took Daniel Sedin 905 games to pass M. Naslund on all-time Canucks scoring list. It also took Henrik 905 games as well. Of course it did.TC Carling
Of course it did. Although Henrik did point out to Daniel that he did it 2 minutes faster.
Our Top 3 leading #Canucks scoring leaders are all from Ornskoldsvik, Sweden. #tgattJustine Galo
The Blackhawks begin to wake up in the second, but can’t get much done.
The Blackhawks aren’t so greatSeamus McKale
me thinks the Blackhawks forgot to show up, are they starting to wind down from allt he great season play? Too bad it’s PO time!! #TGATTDeborah D Burke
Some beautiful intensity out there by the #Canucks, finishing checks, hitting like it matters. Hits are 30-11 for Vancity.Ed Lau
Canucks clearly pissed that toews was trash talking the president’s trophyIan
Meanwhile, Corrado almost scores. If that happens I’m quite certain y’all will break Twitter.
If Corrado had scored there, these fans would’ve blown the roof off Rogers Arena. And BC Place. #Canucks #TGATTCanucks Hockey Blog
Henrik banks the puck off the side boards, Daniel takes it away on the breakaway, and just like that, it’s 3-0 good guys.
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Hank to Dank. That is Sedinery. What a brilliant pass to spring 22 who beats Crawford on the breakaway. THAT WAS A THING OF BEAUTY. #tgattluonGOLD
SHUT THE FRONT DOOR!!! What a freakin pass!!!!!!!! What an awesome goal!!!! #TGATTElmee Baterina
Henrik and Daniel have more bank than CIBC. #TGATTClay Imoo
That pass, bounce of the boards and goal got me more that a little excited. #CanucksMarda Miller
I don’t think most fans understand they’re watching actual magic, sorcery, witchcraft, or voodoo when they’re watching the Sedins. #CanucksEd Lau
I do so enjoy when the Sedins are playing three-dimensional chess.Bruce Arthur
Well… how’s that for some #WizardousSedinery after a HUGE Schneider save. 3-0 #Canucks. Hawks showing zero interest in this game #TGATTKent Basky
Keith did not seem to enjoy it as much as the rest of you.
Daniel Sedin all by himself. Even Keith couldn’t catch him with an elbow. 3-0 #Canucks #tgattJustine Galo
Keith’s two-handed chop on Sedin’s hip could be heard in press box as Canuck scored to make it 3-0. No PEN.Iain MacIntyre
Keith with a two hand slash across Daniel’s back… no call. Punk bush league crap.Brent Butt
We’ll head into the second intermission with a 3-0 lead. Let’s celebrate with some more Ricky Bobby.
Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby (3/8) Knife in the Leg – (2006) HDmovieclips
Back for the third period and Crawford throws the best hit by Chicago all night. Too bad for him it’s illegal as hell.
That’s the best check Chicago has thrown all night — Crawford’s interference hip minor on Henrik Sedin. #canucks #blackhawksBen Kuzma
If that was Mike Smith, he’d be on a stretcher right now.j.Bowman
Um Crawford, this isn’t football. Lol. Tackle #tgattJustine Galo
Corey Crawford with interference on Henrik behind the net. Going for puck or body there?Hosea Cheung
Heck.. I feel kinda dirty getting that power play.. it was WAY too obvious. #Canucks #TGATTChris Golden
haha bet ya feel stupid now Crawford! Should have stayed in your net!! But thanks for the Power Play though! #canucksChris Schneider
The shutout is broken midway through the third. Goal by Carcillo, assist by the ref.
I’d say "classic Dan Carcillo", but no one is being stretchered off of the ice. Except for Schneider’s shutout bid, I guess.Dimitri Filipovic
Beauty assist for the ref on that oneSeamus McKale
Give the ref an assist. Carcillo scores as he’s gifted the puck by the official’s skate. WHO SAID SHUTOUT?! #Canucks 3-1 #BlackhawksEd Lau
Well, that proves it. The refs are against the #Canucks. #tongueincheek #TGATTWalter Siu
Tom Kowal. You’re completely off my Christmas card list. #Canucks #TGATTChris Golden
You know you’re having a bad night when the ref is more productive than Kane, Toews and Hossa #givetherefastar #canucks #blackhawksdownTurtle
Great assist to the zebra there. Ugh. #TGATT #CanucksJustin Abraham
Carcillo goal announced unassisted. Referee Kowal robbed. Sestito clear off ref’s skate straight to Carcillo in slot.Iain MacIntyre
Seriously guys, that was the Blackhawks 1st line against Sestito, Barker and Alberts. That was completely inevitable.Cam Davie
Another dating website knocks it out of the park when aiming to distract from the game. Ashley Madison presents the creepiest commercial you may ever see.
What the hell was that commercial trying to sell me? #AshleyMadison #Canucksgladys
There is nothing about that Ashley Madison ad that is not going to give me nightmares.Shaun Stewart
Watching the #canucks game sure makes me want to cheat on the wife I don’t have #ashleymadisoncommercials #whyaretheyonTVTurtle
First Cougar Life. Now Ashley Madison. What’s next? Dating the Dead? #Canucks #TGATTChris Golden
Are they trying to tell us something, airing ads like Ashley Madison and CougarLife during #Canucks broadcast? #TGATTWalter Siu
Okay that #AshleyMadison commercial almost made me gag on the drink I was swigging. #Canucks #CreepyJosh Hall
This Ashley Madison commercial is the scariest commercial I’ve seen in awhile. Its like an ad for Joker’s perfume or something. #smileSherman Lau
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Omg that Ashley Madison commercial freaked me out. #creepysmilesChristian B
Great. Now I have "ashley madison" in my Google history because I’m watching a stream and never saw the ad. Thanks guys.A. J.
Well I guess Ashley Madison scared me into never ever cheating on my husband because I’ll end up with a demon smile so…Alix
Imagine if a married couple went on Ashley Madison to each find an affair and end up having affairs with each other. #mindblownDennis Pang
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While we were puzzling over what exactly Ashley Madison was, the game ended. Canucks win!
SEXY TWEET INFO ALERT!! –> RT @choderama: The Canucks have accounted for 27% of the Blackhawks losses this year.Jennifer
That’s what I’m talking about! Welcome to the club Corrado…On to the next one! *Go #Canucks Go* #TGATTKiran Mehat
The Canucks stepped up to the occasion tonight, defeat Chicago 3-1. With the win, they also clinch the Northwest Division.Hosea Cheung
Hope they can find room for another Northwest Division banner up in the rafters.
WE CLINCHED THE NW BABY!!!!!! WOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!! YEAAAHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!! #CANUCKS #TGATTCJ S.
One last NW championship. Feels good, man. It really ties the room together.Alix
And we won our fifth Northwest Division Championship in a row! #5Peat #CanucksLucas Martin

]]> http://canuckshockeyblog.com/?feed=rss2&p=12171 0 The Game According to Twitter: Canucks 2 vs. Wings 1 (SO) http://canuckshockeyblog.com/?p=12104 http://canuckshockeyblog.com/?p=12104#comments Sun, 21 Apr 2013 15:45:38 +0000 Elizabeth Moffat http://canuckshockeyblog.com/?p=12104 Cory Schneider played great. So did Alex Burrows, who kept the Wings on their heels all night, and Max Lapierre, who chanelled his inner Patrick Kane in the shootout, and scored the shootout winner. With their 2-1 shootout win over the Detroit Red Wings last night, the Canucks clinched their spot in the 2013 NHL playoffs.

But who cares about all that? DJ Tanner and Aunt Becky were at the game.

Have mercy!

The Game According to Twitter: Vancouver Canucks 2 vs. Detroit Red Wings 1 (SO)

The Canucks seemed to leave Dallas before they could finish the third period, so here’s hoping they put up a better show back in Rogers Arena against Detroit.

Storified by Canucks Hockey Blog· Sun, Apr 21 2013 08:32:39

We now live in a world where Toronto not only guaranteed themselves a playoff spot, but they did it before the Canucks did.
The @MapleLeafs have made the playoffs. No one has ever tweeted that, because Twitter wasn’t around back in the day. #hockeynightMoniKa Platek
The Leafs will play playoffs games in HD for the first time in franchise history.Bruce Arthur
It’s been 3,273 days since the Leafs last playoff game, two weeks shy of nine years. Ten or 11 days from now, they’ll be back.James Mirtle
Glad for Leafs fans. Playoffs best time of year. #Canucks fans have lived & breathed 64 post-season games since TML last in.Jeff Paterson
Let’s hope the Canucks can claim their spot tonight.
Oh look, the Leafs also clinch a playoff spot before the Canucks. (Van needs just one point tonight)Hosea Cheung
If you were hoping to see Todd Bertuzzi back on the ice tonight, sorry, but looks like you’ll be disappointed.
Just ran into Bertuzzi and Samuelsson, in suits. I’m going to assume they’re not playing tonight, or they’ll be terribly overdressed.Canucks Game
Other disappointments you may feel tonight depend on your feelings toward streaking.
Since @Lyteforce is no longer streaking for Tanev due to injury, he can go #Buff4Ballard #tgattJustine Galo
@Aviewfromabroad @Lyteforce Cheer for Minny! They finish 6th and higher, and @CanuckClay goes streaking Steveston. #TGATTCanucks Hockey Blog
Midway through the first and there’s a pair of penalties to Nicklas Kronwall and Brendan Smith. The Canucks get a 5-on-3 for about 53 seconds – can they take advantage?
Burrows tripped up by Kronwall. Canucks to the power play. Maybe they can finally get their second shot of the night, nearly 10 mins in.Hosea Cheung
There are few things in this world I hate more right now than Daniel on the point for the 1st unit PP. #giveittoGarrisonj.Bowman
YES! 12 seconds left in the second penalty and Alex Edler scores one. Five-hole on Jimmy Howard.
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THE CANNON!!!! That’s what I like to see from Edler… #canucks #nowristersCurtis Reid
Elder makes those goals look so easy. And by easy I mean sexy. #CanucksMarda Miller
Edler’s nickname is Bambi. He pretended that puck was the hunter who shot his mother before blasting it.Kirk Paul
Shortly after scoring, Edler takes a penalty to give the Wings a powerplay.   Though it’s Alex Burrows who almost scores a shorty.
Tremendous shorthanded chance for Alex Burrows. Just can’t get stick on puck after the deke … and while falling. #canucksHosea Cheung
Wow!!! Burrows streaks off on a short handed breakaway… Just about gets it, I saw a bit if a trip no? #Canucks #RedwingsAlece Anderson
In the dying seconds of the first period, Cory Emmerton scores a goal and ties the game up.
Damn it always hurts to give up a last minute goal. Seemed like the #Canucks had packed it in for the period. #TGATTCaylie King
Poor clearance of the zone, especially late in the period, cost the #Canucks and blemishes a pretty good period. #dammitClayton Corley
Chris takes advantage of the first intermission to check out upcoming Pixar releases. It’s going to make us cry under our 3D glasses, isn’t it?
What am I watching during the intermission? The trailer to #Planes. Could be better than #TopGun. #TGATT youtu.be/bssstn218EAChris Golden
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Back on the ice for the second, and Angry Ballard finally gets his chance to fight… well, sort of. By the end of it the Red Wings end up with the power play. 
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Ballard gets into a fight, followed by @CanucksDJDave playing my song request. Best sequence of the game so far.j.Bowman
BALLY SMASH. BEST.Jenn Johnson
I love it when angry Ballard shows up.Wyatt Arndt
Keith Ballard is taking that fool "Under-Keith the Fistletoe" #TGATT pic.twitter.com/cRXoW4O8xdj.Bowman
Nice to see a little bit of passion out of Ballard… hope that lights his fire a little bit. #CanucksClayton Corley
The Canucks almost get another power play, but as it turns out tripping is no longer illegal in hockey. Adjust your games accordingly.
That non call was trippy #Canucks #getit #trippyAndy Eide
If only tripping were a penalty according to NHL rules, the Canucks would have a powerplay right nowSeamus McKale
I think the teams in the NHL should buy all the on ice officials cute German Shepherds and red and canes #refsyousuckJustine Galo
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@nhl officiating sucks. Theory: playoff rules all season. There4 no reason to complain in #playoffs? #conspiracy @hockeynight @NHLPA #TGATTKully Mann
The Canucks do end up with a power play a few minutes later. after a scuffle in front of their net and after Johan Franzen got a zillion whacks in to Daniel Sedin’s back.
Ref: "after 100 cross checks I had to call something. Don’t want people to think I’m totally incompetent."Kirk Paul
Good teamwork guys! Like seeing us all go after someone who goes after one of us..couple years ago we didn’t reallyAlyssa Kupila
Swede on Swede violence. Stanley Cup playoffs must be near. #sedinfranzenIain MacIntyre
It’s a NHL scrum, or as historians will call it: a "hug and sleeperhold break" #TGATTj.Bowman
Get out of here Franzen. YOU DON’T EVEN GO HERE.Jenn Johnson
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The second period comes to an end and demands a very serious discussion. Playoff beards. Hot or Not?
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@lizzmoffat H. O. T.Jenn Johnson
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@lizzmoffat I am definitely a fan of this.Marda Miller
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@lyteforce @lizzmoffat I too like the playoff beard. My favourite is the Chris Higgins or Shea Weber. #CanucksSabrina
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@lizzmoffat Incredibly HOT! Bald chins make me sad in the spring.Sarah W
@lizzmoffat Mine? Always hot.BrowntoBure
Good thing I had some beard photos to find, because the first half of the third was largely uneventful.
Most exciting part of this game was seeing DJ Tanner on the jumbotron. #Canucks #TGATTCaylie King
Lori Loughlin in the middle of a DJ sandwich! @candacecbure #DJTanner #DerekJory #OMG #Canucks pic.twitter.com/onK2dapEcLCanucks Game
We need to get some Stamkos up in here.  (Not Steve.  Sorry.)
Jesse Sings ‘Forever’ To Rebecca – Full Housebeckwithproductions
I never thought I’d say this against Detroit, but wake me up when we get a point. #Canucks #TGATTWalter Siu
No sooner do the complaints start then the Canucks get a pair of almost goals off crossbars.  The pace finally picks back up.
Detroit’s buzzing…the Canucks need to do some buzzing of their ownCurtis Reid
Both Howard & Schneids need to kiss their crossbars.Justine Galo
I like this fast end to end action! Lay on the pressure boys! Lets win this thing! #canucksChris Schneider
Game is finally picking up! Felt like I was watching curling there for a moment #canucksangelica laron
No one noticed for a few minutes, but Keith Ballard left for the locker room part way through the third period. If he’s hurt it’ll be just in time for playoffs.
With Ballard to dressing room, Canucks now w/o 3 d-men. (Bieksa, Tanev). Maybe this team will do what one 1982 team did.Iain MacIntyre
Mere speculation at this point, but #Canucks could face Blackhawks with Alberts, Barker & Joslin on D.Jeff Paterson
Wouldn’t be the playoffs without the Canucks having half their D injured;
Tie game at the end of regulation so the Canucks take at least a single point, and with it guarantee themselves a playoff spot. So at least that’s something.
That was PAINFUL! Painful. Woo freaking hoo, we clinched. #Canucks #TGATTCaylie King
Most Canucks way to clinch a playoff spot ever;
Canucks punch their ticket to the playoffs. And made it look REALLY REALLY hard to do.Wyatt Arndt
We clinched playoff spot with the point! This point is all Schneider’s. Okay, now let’s finish off the win. #Canucks #TGATTWalter Siu
"@taj1944: Are we suppose to freakout like Leaf fans now?" Canucks clinch playoffs with halfassed effort, just #champagneproblemsRida
Developing: Canucks fans don’t seem overly thrilled by their shiny new playoff spot.Bruce Arthur
But let’s try for the second point anyway.
I want to see the Sedins, Kesler and Hamhuis on the ice in ot. You’re not going to beat the Wings in a shootout.BrowntoBure
Well, the Canucks couldn’t score in overtime, but a ref was able to ask a question Canucks fans often ask themselves.
LOL "LET’S GO ALBERTS, WHAT ARE YOU DOING!?" #CanucksEd Lau
Haha ref yelling at Alberts. #Canucksgladys
Hahahahahaha "let’s go Alberts what are you doing" what every Canucks fan wonders every time he steps on the ice.Regan
What ARE you doing Alberts?Jenn Johnson
We’re going to the shootout.  Pick your shooters!
The shootout is a random event generator (that may decide playoff spots) #TGATTSteve May
Sedins need each other to score. Put them both out their together and they’ll ROCK the shootout. #tgattVictoria
Sadly, no. RT @Aisl3y: They’re showing Naslund, Linden, Ohlund shootout highlights. Are those our shooters tonight??? #canucksCanucks Game
Kesler… Nope.
Datsyuk… Flubbed it. No good.
Roy… Not happening.
Zetterberg… No goal.
That was awesome Schneider. Way to scurry back in case it rolled over the line.Victoria
Lapierre… Slow… Slow… Slow… GOAL.
Max is one act mofo. Nice s/o goal.Justine Galo
Lappy always takes it slow. He makes you want it. Then he finishes.Wyatt Arndt
God, that was a sweet shootout goal, Lappy! #Canucks #TGATTWalter Siu
Dastardly move from Lapierre. He needs a mustache to twirl after that. Or some railroad tracks to tie Jimmy Howard to.j.Bowman
Brunner… STOPPED. Canucks win!
WE’RE COMING FOR YOU LORD STANLEY, YOU ELUSIVE SON OF A BITCHWyatt Arndt
Schneider steals the game for the #Canucks and Lapierre nets the shoot out winner. Big win.Matt Lee
Screw it. Damn the process, we’re all about results now. #downwithfancystatsPass it to Bulis
CANUCKS WIN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1 Well Done Cory!!!! GWG to Lappy!!!! Play Off’s here we come!! #TGATT *tips wine glass back* #CheersDeborah D Burke
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What could make this night even better? Mr. Cory Schneider making an appearance on After Hours. Hell ya.
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]]> http://canuckshockeyblog.com/?feed=rss2&p=12104 0 The Game According to Twitter: Canucks 1 at Stars 5 http://canuckshockeyblog.com/?p=12090 http://canuckshockeyblog.com/?p=12090#comments Fri, 19 Apr 2013 15:00:30 +0000 Elizabeth Moffat http://canuckshockeyblog.com/?p=12090 [...]]]> Against another potential playoff opponent, the Canucks collapsed once again last night. This time around, they allowed 4 goals in the third period and lost 5-1 loss to the Dallas Stars.

The forwards were bad, and the defense was especially bad.

Get well soon, Kevin Bieksa and Chris Tanev. We need you back.

The Game According to Twitter: Vancouver Canucks 1 at Dallas Stars 5

Storified by Canucks Hockey Blog· Fri, Apr 19 2013 05:34:59

Welcome to Dallas where we’ll be welcoming a new Derek to the team. Derek Joslin joins the blueline.
Joslin, Roy and Jory – the three amigos! RT @Ra_Erickson: @canucksgame excited to have another Derek around?Canucks Game
If you aren’t as mathematically inclined as certain other hockey bloggers, the numbers have declared that a Canucks win clinches a playoff spot for the team.
True fact: If the #Canucks win tonight, they will have 57 points, which is notable because Heinz has 57 varieties.Pass it to Bulis
@passittobulis Making a play for John Garrett’s job? #FoodTriviaBrandon Goehringer
Even purple.
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In case you forgot Coach V’s favorite son, Aaron Rome, calls Dallas home now, so I’m sure these games are always special for them. Steve Pinizzotto does not know who he’s dealing with.
AV will bench Pinnizotto for doing that to Rome… #CanucksCurtis Reid
Someone should warn Pinizzotto about hitting Aaron Rome. AV will not be pleased.Wyatt Arndt
One day, Aaron Rome will tell Kevin Connauton bedtime stories of what it was like playing with the Sedins #Canucks #TGATTYellow Canuck
Romer letting Pinizzotto know how AV likes his coffee. "Does he talk about me, ever?"Jordan Clarke
Don’t worry Rome, Pinner isn’t trying to steal AV from you #simmerdownJenn Johnson
Rome "DO YOU KNOW WHO I AM STEVE? I AM AARON FREAKING ROME"Wyatt Arndt
Ha! Aaron Rome, jealous he’s no longer a CanuckMar
There’s not a lot to report from the first, at least until Andrew Alberts got his stick stuck in a crack and ended up with Derek Roy’s stick, while Roy played with an elongated stick.
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"Alberts playing with Roy’s stick" -Shorthouse #nhlpornShane M
Sharing (sticks) is caringJenn Johnson
"Doubt your stick can actually be ‘too long’, Shorty. Just ask the ladies"- John Garrett’s response, if he were still alive.Dimitri Filipovic
TRADE ALL THE STICKS! #canucksPseu Sue
For the second intermission, I want everyone to marvel at Jurassic Park because I saw it in 3-D and it was AWESOME.
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God dammit Phil.
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Did Phil know the raptors can open doors? Because that isn’t even fair. FIX IT, Phil.
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The second period is underway when Henrik takes a puck to the mouth at a faceoff. He’ll be off until he stops dripping blood on the ice.
NOBODY MAKES HANK BLEED HIS OWN BLOOD.Chad Forrest
Quick, collect Sedins blood so we can clone a third!!Wyatt Arndt
Scars are just part of a Swedish thug lifeJenn Johnson
Goal by Roy! That would’ve solicited a different reaction in Dallas a month ago. But now it means it’s 1-0 Canucks.
Canucks at Stars – Derek Roy 1-0 Goal – 04.18.13 – HDcanuckshd
Welcome back to Dallas. Derek Roy capitalizes on a beauty of a move. #Canucks #TGATTCaylie King
12 days ago these fans would have cheered for a Derek Roy goal – NOW HE’S OURS, ALLLLL OURS!!!!!!!!!!!! MUAH HAHAHAHAHAH!!!!!!Canucks Game
Roy has to jump to reach the arms of Kesler.Wyatt Arndt
@passittobulis 5 of Roy’s six goals this year include the stars. #random #missleadingstat #canucksMatt
Dallas DJ trolling Roy, plays "Somebody I used to know" after Roy scores. #loveit #tgatt #CanucksluonGOLD
Somebody That I Used to Know – Walk off the Earth (Gotye – Cover)walkofftheearth
Vernon Fiddler scores in the aftermath of an expired powerplay for Dallas. It’s all tied up. Jokes on Fiddler, because Bieksa isn’t even here to see his angry face impression.
I hope Vernon Fiddler did his Bieksa imitation when he celebrated the goal. #Canucks #NHLStarsTommi Seppälä
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Vern Fiddler scores, goes to the bench, realizes he can’t mock Bieksa with an angry face impression and actually gets angry. #Canucks #StarsAdam Graham
Ugh. Not Fiddler. Tie game. #Canucks #TGATTCanucks Hockey Blog
Goal or no goal, all I can think of when I see Fiddler is his Bieksa impression. #Canucks #TGATTRobyn Crystal
Was he on the roof!? RT “@elmeebaterina: WHY WASN’T ANYONE ON FIDDLER!?!?!! #Canucks #TGATT”Marc Pascua
Call the cops and lock him up, because Schneider just ROBBED Garbutt.
The Dallas fans got denied!!! I mean DeSchneid!!! #TGATT #CanucksElmee Baterina
Love the shot of Schneider’s glove after that save. "Awww, they were just about to show some closeups of the glove!"Seamus McKale
What a M O N S T E R save to keep this a 1-goal game by Schneids. Flashes the leather and De-SCHNEID All. Day. Long. #tgatt #CanucksluonGOLD
Maybe he’ll run into Ryan Atwood.
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You know it’s one hell of a save when I’m OHHHHHing at home #Canucks #TGATTYellow Canuck
Schneider’s going to need an IV drip in his net to get through the season.BrowntoBure
On a related note, Cam Barker may not be very good hockey player.
PUT BARKER IN THE QUIET ROOM. NOW. GET RID OF HIM. NOW. DO SOMETHING>Wyatt Arndt
Bob Barker >>>>> Cam Barker #Canucks #tgattLorna J
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Staple Barker’s ass to the bench.Jordan Clarke
Cam Barker sure Cam Barker’d that one, eh?Dimitri Filipovic
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The Stars almost get another one late in the second, but Alberts saves the day.
Kiss your post Cory. Then kiss Alberts. Alberts rhymes with GLORY on that one. #tgatt #CanucksluonGOLD
Dear Dallas fans: Goals only count before the whistle. #LookItUp #InTheRules #Canucks #StarsChris Pysanczyn
Meanwhile, shit is going down at the Canucks Tweetup.
It’s all fun & games until someone loses a limb over #canuckstweetup bingo.Chris Golden
The Stars kick off the third period with a goal. Jerks. Also a jerk? Cam Barker.
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Go away, Cam Barker. Just go away.Josh Hamilton
Good Lord, Barker. You’re a defenceman, not a turnstile. You’re supposed to stop the guy, not count him as he goes by.Pass it to Bulis
The Stars scores again. Jamie Benn gets the puck after Burrows tries to pass to an unsuspecting Ballard. 3-1.
Ballard just wanted Barker to feel better about himself. What a team guy.Wyatt Arndt
Oh. The Stars score again. Awesome.
Okay I’m a jinx sorry #Canucks I new I shouldn’t have watched the 1st period. Last I checked it was 1-0 for van now it’s 4-1 … My bad lolMelissa
LMAO my mom looks at the canucks game, "4-1 ?!?! That’s no fun"Vivian C
I’m going to start flipping tables soon. Hold me down. #canuckstweetupShamil Meghji
Late in the game, Erik Cole scores on the power play. 5-1 Stars. A tussle ensues. 
Alberts just ripped a dude’s head off after a goal against, but yeah the team doesn’t respond and isn’t toughSchneider’s Teeth
Another Dallas goal. Wrap it up here boys. Tuck your tails and go home. I need a shower and is bedtime. #Canucks #tgattluonGOLD
Robidas needs a hanky. He keeps crying after every hit.Justine Galo
What the hell is happening in Dallas? #Canucks This is embarrassing.Marda Miller
Robidas has some apparent anger issues. Dr. Kassian will see you now #Canucks #TGATTYellow Canuck
Game over. 5-1 Dallas.
Hey guys, so remember when you all jumped on Luongo for those blow up games and screamed down those of us who said they were team collapses?Ian
Hundreds and hundred of #stars fans at the American Airlines Center are on their feet! Yeeee haw!!!! #tgattJustine Galo
Oh look, (insert any other tv program here) is on! Time to switch from this #Canucks game. #TGATTRobyn Crystal
Is that beeping noise I hear a truck backing up, or the Canucks backing into the playoffs again?;
At least when we lose, Aaron Rome wins. #swoonAlain Vigneault
Well.. At least this happens on Parks and Rec tonight…
Patton Oswalt’s Star Wars Filibuster – Parks and Recreationnbcparksandrec
And if all else fails… Community Christmas kittens!
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Here’s hoping for better luck on Saturday when the Canucks return home to face the Red Wings.

]]> http://canuckshockeyblog.com/?feed=rss2&p=12090 0 The Game According to Twitter: Canucks 1 at Blues 2 (SO) http://canuckshockeyblog.com/?p=12055 http://canuckshockeyblog.com/?p=12055#comments Wed, 17 Apr 2013 14:30:02 +0000 Elizabeth Moffat http://canuckshockeyblog.com/?p=12055 [...]]]> After rolling through some of the weaker teams in the West, the Canucks begin a stretch of games against potential playoff dance partners.

They started with a game against the St. Louis Blues last night, a chippy affair that featured a lot of rough stuff and name calling, and resulted in a 2-1 Canucks loss in the shootout.

So, of course, we find a way to work an O.C. reference in TGATT.

Here’s the game recap in your tweets.

The Game According to Twitter: Vancouver Canucks 1 at St. Louis Blues 2 (SO)

The Canucks continue their road trip and the second half of a back-to-back in St. Louis.

Storified by Canucks Hockey Blog· Wed, Apr 17 2013 05:22:43

We’re back and the Canucks are all ready to go in St. Louis. 

Well, almost all of them. Kevin Bieksa will sit this one out.

Bieksa out with groin injury…… does he need help with that? Because… #puckbunnythoughtsVictoria
Seems like the early start is keeping some of you away as well.
At work till 11pm so I’m stuck listening to the game on the radio LIKE SOME KIND OF BARBARIAN!!Jennifer
Cory Schneider is back in net, with a special message for his hometown on his stick.
Special message on Cory Schneider’s stick tonight. #prayforBoston #Canucks pic.twitter.com/jJCu9bD5R6Vancouver Canucks
And… game on!
It’s not the most eventful first period we’ve ever seen…
It has been a slow start. 17:29 left in 1st, 0-0 game. RT @concretefluff: @canucksgame It’s the Bluezzzzzzzzzz, not you.Canucks Game
Although, Keith Ballard seems to be up to no good.
Ballard’s, "who me" shrug after clearly decking a Blue is why I love the guy.Kirk Paul
Keith Ballard just up and punched a Blues player. No disguising it at all. Oh Bally… that was wrong but so awesome. #CanucksVictoria
If Ballard was not busy getting shots in at anyone he could find the Blues may have gotten 15 less chances in those last couple minutesSchneider’s Teeth
The team seems to have decided to let Cory earn himself a first star this game.
Safe to say Canucks will be utilizing the "pray Cory stops everything and maybe scores a goal or two" for the playoffs.Wyatt Arndt
First period is over. All I can say about the 0-0 score is thank you Cory Schneider. #CanucksOmar
And on that note, we head to the first intermission, where I hear there’s rumors of an outdoor game coming to little ol’ Vancouver.
@KB34myHart pic.twitter.com/nlqs9DmJs8Chris Dion
Is this outdoor game news for realz? OMGOMGOMG. SHUT UP AND TAKE MY MONEY.Alix
6 NHL outdoor games next season? Does this mean 6 versions of HBO’s 24/7 too?Canucks Hockey Blog
I probably could have named 15-20 teams that would’ve made more sense to play the #Canucks at BC Place than the Senators, but whatever. Fun.Dimitri Filipovic
Back for the second period. 
Someone must have taken the last window seat on the plane, because Kesler is one angry Ryan tonight. Ryan Atwood angry.
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I’d like to commend the prankster who urinated in Ryan Kesler’s coffee this morning.Dimitri Filipovic
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It’s angry Kesler tonight. Great battle with Sobotka all game. Not sure, however, running Jackman is the best idea.Jason Botchford
Barrett Jackman is just mad because he could win 5 Stanley Cups and he will still be the second best Jackman on the planet. #Wolverinej.Bowman
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David Backes and Angry Ballard look ready for a fight when Alex Burrows sweeps in out of no where to stop him, or tackle him, or maybe just hug him.. no one is quite sure what that was.
Let Keith Ballard draw him in by dropping the gloves and have Burrows jump him from behind! #canucksHosea Cheung
Oh man that 2 on 1 fight would’ve been hilarious. #KB4knockoutj.Bowman
Clearly, Burrows wanted to go off early here so he could be well-rested to win da turd.Pass it to Bulis
ANGRY BALLY SMASHJenn Johnson
Keith Ballard’s new nickname is "The Feisty Decoy" #TGATTj.Bowman
oooh Ballard was mad. I don’t think Burr should’ve jumped in though #Canucksashley
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Well that was a weird sequence of eventsSeamus McKale
Whatever it was, it probably wasn’t the best idea Burrows ever had. He’ll spend 4 minutes in the box.
I’m a Burr fan but that was one of the stupidest things he could do. And it may cost us. He needs to check his French Canadian fury. #TGATTVictoria
Ballard gets a penalty for making teeth marks on Backes stick…. #TGATTPaul Tonsaker
Burrows got 4 for hugging there. #Canucks #TGATTBruce Ng
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A little advice for Burrows: if Backes wants to go off for 5 mins with Ballard, let him. All day. Every day.Jeff Paterson
With only 12 seconds left in the period, Alex Edler scores a goal! Powerplay to boot! Nice screen by Jannik Hansen.
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SWEDISH THUGS SCORE WHENEVER SWEDISH THUGS WANTJenn Johnson
That’s what I’m talking about…Edler with his sniper! #TGATTKiran Mehat
On that Edler goal, finally a bounce from the post that goes in for the #canucks. Too many times they have been denied.Justine Galo
Edler’s 7th of the year and 50th career goal (according to Fox Sports so I may be spewing lies…) #Canucks #TGATTVictoria
The third period it a go. The Canucks have a lead to protect, so I’m sure it’ll be fabulous.
Oh no.  Jay Bouwmeester scores the tying goal with 9:10 left to play. At least people are finally noticing Cam Barker…
CAM BARKER RUINS THE DAYPass it to Bulis
Cam Barker trying to be the next Aaron Rome of the #canucks. Norris? #tgattJustine Galo
Son of a Barker. #Canucks #TGATTChris Golden
Barker is bad at hockey. #hardhittinganalysis #TGATT #CanucksJustin Abraham
The moment he signed with the Canucks, Cam Barker was destined for that moment. That one right there.Seamus McKale
Hey Canucks! FYI, defensive breakdowns while sitting back in a 1 goal game probably ISN’T THE BEST FLIPPIN’ IDEA, EH? #tgatt #CanucksluonGOLD
Salt, meet wound. #tgatt RT @camcharron: Cam Barker was drafted third overall.Victoria
Angry Alberts is in the middle of the next scuffle.
Alberts wants to play Hulk Smash! Perron don’t even think about it!! #tgatt #canucksJustine Galo
This game has featured tons of roughhousing and horseplay. Kindergarten teachers everywhere are not impressed.j.Bowman
I’m sure Alberts told Backes to tell Kelly he said hi #Canucks #TGATTYellow Canuck
#35 in BeastMode and the Zebras need some RedBull to wake the F up! Is Zebra #66 going to get 2 for roughing with that shove on Bally?luonGOLD
Backes is 6’3", 221. Ballard is 5’11", 208. In case you were wondering why Backes would much rather go with Ballard than Alberts. #CanucksCanucks Hockey Blog
It all ends with Backes in the box yelling at Kassian for… his receding hairline? That is fantastic. You go enjoy your luscious locks Backes.
Now I want the Ducks and Blues to meet in the playoffs so Backes can shame Getzlaf to finally Bic that nonsense.Pass it to Bulis
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Backes your hairline is receding too, sweetie. So I wouldn’t throw stones in a balding hairline house.Alix
"You’re bald but stay away from me do not punch me I swear to god"Gráinne
This game was worth the laugh for that balding chirp from Backes to Kassian. #lmao #CanucksMar
Hahahahahahaha who is Backes making fun of for being bald because that is awesome.Schneider’s Teeth
I’m going to take Dorothy Backes out for a nice seafood dinner and then NEVER call her again! #TGATTj.Bowman
Does David Backes think Zack Kassian actually cares about his appearance? Has he seen what Kassian looks like? #Canucks #BluesAdam Graham
"Oh yeah! Well…your bald!" – David Bakes trash talk. #Canucks #KellysAGreatGirlChris Pysanczyn
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David Backes is a BALDISTAndrew Cieslak
TIEEEEE GAME. We’re off to overtime. 
Great save by Luongo! You heard me. Just because he’s on the bench doesn’t mean he can’t pitch in.
LUUUUUUUU WITH THE SAVE. …at the bench. Good to see Lu’s alert and ready, catching a puck heading into the #Canucks bench.Ed Lau
Awww Luongo gave puck to a young fan #alwaysaclassact :) #CanucksLorrieForseth
LOUUUUUUUUUUUUUU flashes the leather. From the bench. Which isn’t as awesome as between the pipes. But, I’ll take it. #tgatt #CanucksluonGOLD
When a goalie on the bench catches a puck he isn’t actually credited with a save because the puck is headed wide of the net. #canucksBrant Hardy
Overtime’s over, but not before Backes gets one more shot.
Wow, Backes gets a clear shot right in the slot and he misses high as OT ends. Shootout coming up.Ed Lau
Backes misses….. the shot and being a winner at life. #Justsaying #MaybeImOverreacting #WhoCares #BackesBlowsVictoria
Now we’re heading to the shootout. Predictions?
Pretty sure backes is going to jump on the ice and hit someone during the shootoutJason Botchford
I hope Ballard scores the shootout winner and does a Yakupov all the way down the iceSeamus McKale
*ties an onion to his belt* You know, there was a time when that horn went that meant the game was over. It was a tie & it was okay #TGATTKent Basky
If your goalie is taken out by the  Zamboni before the shootout, do you get a do-over?
Surprized Backes wasn’t driving that zamboni that was aimed right at SchneiderSeamus McKale
The zamboni was headed right for Cory Schneider before the shootout. Clearly it was Luongo driving. #Canucks #BluesAdam Graham
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The pre-shootout break is so long we have time to enjoy the full version of Jock Jams. Don’t pretend you didn’t enjoy it.
dammit jock jams, why do you have to be so damn catchy! #canucksChris Schneider
Now I can’t get the Vancouver Grizzlies dance team out of my head due to the pre-shootout music selection. #tgattJustine Galo
Kudos to Scottrade Center for the music selection. I think this was on my Dance Mix 93 cassette.Don
Jock Jams – Are You Ready For Thistapperthaman
McDonald… Scores.
Roy… Hits the post
Shattenkirk… Stopped by Schneids.
Burrows… No good.
Burr off the post but then takes out a Zebra!! #WINNING #TGATT #CanucksluonGOLD
Steen… Goal. Game over.
Schneider sucks in shootouts, cause his teammates can’t put a bloody puck in the net. #CanuckFanLogicBrowntoBure
Losing in the s/o but the #canucks could have easily lost this game in regulation. But they fought to get a point tonight.Justine Galo
Rough game.  Pretty playoff-like.  Should be another one on Thursday.

]]> http://canuckshockeyblog.com/?feed=rss2&p=12055 0 The Game According to Twitter: Canucks 4 vs. Flames 1 http://canuckshockeyblog.com/?p=12036 http://canuckshockeyblog.com/?p=12036#comments Thu, 11 Apr 2013 14:30:13 +0000 Elizabeth Moffat http://canuckshockeyblog.com/?p=12036 Cory Schneider’s got the flu so Roberto Luongo gets a start. And the Canucks had to sign University of Calgary Dino, Dustin Butler, to back him up.

No worries though. Lu’s got this – he made stopped 40 of 41 Flames shots en route to a 4-1 Canucks win.

Yeah, he’s not bad, eh?

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After handing off TGATT all weekend, Lizz is back and ready to watch the Canucks take on the Calgary Flames. You know who else is back tonight? The one and only Roberto Luongo.
Schneider starts again / Unless someone poisons him / Someone Italian #HockeyHaikuPass it to Bulis
Conflicting reports about who’s in net for #Canucks. WHAT’S GOING ON!? Is Schneider dead? Was Lu found giving Lady MacBeth soliloquy?Ed Lau
Why Luongo is starting tonight pic.twitter.com/pK3xAqBLL9Caitlyn
Yep, Schneider has the flu, so Luo takes the surprise start and U of C netminder, Dustin Butler will be filling in on the bench. The University of Calgary’s team is called the Dinos, which is fantastic. Butler’s red locks also keep our redhead ratio intact, which is an advanced stat that really doesn’t get enough attention.
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Stop the press. Schneider sick, Luongo gets surprise start. UofC goalie Dustin Butler to serve as backup for #Canucks against #Flames.Ben Kuzma
Backup goalie Butler is a red head. He is genetically pre-disposed to do well with us if needed #TGATT #canucksGlen Thayer
The #canucks should start the university goalie, I mean it would be good sportsmanship since we’re playing an AHL team #flamersTurtle
Did the Canucks sign the back up based on the red hair? #Canucks #tgattPaulie Walnuts
Is there a giant database of redheaded emergency goalies?Pass it to Bulis
Chris’s Higgins and Tanev will not be joining us, likely for awhile.
Clearly the Canucks should have loaded up on Chris’ at the deadline. We have a drastic shortage. #ChrisFamine2013j.Bowman
Calgary scores first. No one is happy, not even Flames fans. They have a draft position to protect!
Glencross spins in slot and wrist shot deflects off Kesler and trickles far side on Luongo. First NHL point for West Van native Reinhart.Ben Kuzma
Under 4 minutes left in the first and it 1-0 #Heat up on the #Canucks ,,,,,, #flamesDarren Zaleschuk
Here come the "put in Butler" jokesWyatt Arndt
Wow. If the Canucks lose this game, I’ll be razzed. Not even Flames fans want them to win this game. Jesus Christ boys. #PickItUpKeegan Duke
dear Calgary Flames: your goal song simultaneously sucks and blows.cherry grant
Canucks goal!… Or is it?
That was in. Come on. How many disallowed goals can we have this week? #CanucksHolly
No wonder Burrows is one of the most hated players in the league. But he just wants to be bffs with other goalies, I think.Omar
SERIOUSLY. WTH is with the kicking and dis-allowed goals?? Zebras are out to get us. #tgatt #CanucksluonGOLD
See, this is a no-goal call worth getting upset about, Vancouver. Hopefully they give it back.Shaun Stewart
The ref says ‘No,’ but the video review says ‘Yes!’ It’s all tied up at one. Alex Burrows was down, but it was Dennis Wideman’s stick that poked it in.
Canucks at Flames – Alex Burrows 1-1 Goal – 04.10.13 – HDCanucksHD
Alex Burrows goal counts. Assist to video review. #Canucks tied 1-1.Hosea Cheung
So we’re agreed then, most Burrows-ish goal ever? #TGATTSteve May
That was the most begrudging goal call I have ever seen. He clearly did not want to allow that. #justicej.Bowman
#canucks Burrows says he thought about getting down and heading that puck into the net. That would have been a good replay.Dan Murphy
One sec, I have to put all this tinfoil away #TGATTKent Basky
As your intermission entertainment I would like to share the best story of interspecies friendship that has ever existed.
Lion, Tiger and Bear Make for Odd, Yet Happy Family at Ga. SanctuaryImage credit: ABC News At Noah’s Ark, a wild-animal rescue center in Georgia, the "BLT" are an unlikely trio that even "Oz’s" Dorothy wou…
They’re three best friends guys. They’re the three best friends that anybody could have.
We’re the three best friends that anybody could haveIAbortionsTickleI
As we return for the second period, we learn that our very own John Garrett never got his deserved second assist on Gordie Howe’s last NHL goal. Sportsnet wants to FIX IT.
Gordie Howe’s Last NHL Goal Video – NHL VideoCenterGordie Howe’s Last NHL Goal – April 9, 1980: Gordie Howe’s last goal in the National Hockey League.
Gordie Howe’s last goal in the NHL was assisted by Canucks own commentator, John Garrett #giveittocheechAndrea A
#giveittocheech #CanucksKristen Day
@sportsnetmurph get that assist to cheech! Gotta be a part of Mr. Hockey’s last goal! #giveittocheechGreg Smith
Hey @adriandix, if you are elected premier will you use your influence and power to make the NHL #giveittocheech????Jim Duhaime
#giveittocheech as long as I don’t have to hear what he ate for dinner next gameGary Perry
Kraft Dinner #GiveItToCheechKent Basky
Have an extra @FiveGuys cheese burger? #giveittocheechFred Shoppe
I can only imagine what the rest of the country is going to think Canucks fans are talking about #giveittocheech #whataboutchong?Conner Galway
Yet another thing Canucks fans are whining about. #giveittoCheechRon MacLean
The second period passes and is largely uneventful. 
This game is hurting my feelings.Dimitri Filipovic
I’m not being lazy tonight, I swear, there’s just not that much happening. Scoring chances are few and far between… still a 1-1 tie.Canucks Game
Y’all argue about refs and what is and isn’t diving…
Right, getting grabbed in the face and spun around is a dive. #smh #TGATT #canucksJustin Abraham
2 things…how does Burr not get a PP off getting high sticked, x chk’d and mugged. Then how is Roy getting strng armed diving?? #TGATTGlen Thayer
EMBELLISHMENT!? WHAT EVEN I DON’T… #TGATTMatthew Brosseau
Going full pirouette isn’t a dive though. Just so were clear. #Canucks #TGATTJustin Abraham
#AutomatedEveryTeamDivesIncludingYoursSoShutTheHellUpJackassTweet #TGATTKent Basky
… That’s basically it. The second period ends and we’re still tied up at 1.
Yes Sportsnet, please beat the dead horse throughout the 2nd intermission. #LuongoJennifer
The wife, just now: "1-1? Aren’t the Flames, like, a sad baby team?"Pass it to Bulis
It was not like playing a baby team, because THAT would have been ADORABLE.
Baby LuongoGoaliemonkey88
The third period is boring. It’s boring and I’m bored, and is this what it’s like to live in Calgary?
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The #Canucks game is still on, but my attention is on Words with Friends. Trusting Shorty will tell me when to look up for replays #tgattgerimaple
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Dearest Canucks, this is the 3rd period, it’s impt that you get a GOAL in the next 13 min or so. Canuck Nation does not like OT or… #TGATTDeborah D Burke
It should not be this hard to score in Calgary. #CanucksMarda Miller
Aside from Luongo, Cory Schneider is the best Canuck tonight. #TGATTIan Smith
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This game sucks. In case you’re not watching. In which case I envy you.Wyatt Arndt
@thestanchion this game needs a canucks goal and then zach kassian flys into the sky with rockets on his skates like in Blades of GloryRyan H
BladesofGloryEndingjcoakleyjr
Boredom over, Canucks score. Thank-you very much Lapierre! It’s 2-1 with less than 6 minutes to play.
Canucks at Flames – Maxim Lapierre 2-1 Goal – 04.10.13 – HDCanucksHD
I LITERALLY JUST SAID "THIS GAME IS SO BORING" AND 2 SECONDS LATER WE SCORE #LOGICJudith
Walk away from boring game. Max puts one in #TGATT #Canucks #justmyluckDebi Turner
The Canucks with TWO totally garbage goals tonight.Cam Davie
Another goal! This one goes to Mason Raymond. We never should have worried, Raymond always scores in Calgary. 3-1 with just over 4 minutes to go.
Canucks at Flames – Mason Raymond 3-1 Goal – 04.10.13 – HDCanucksHD
That was some hand eye coordination by Raymond as he swats the puck out of mid-air. #Canucks lead 3-1.Matt Lee
MASE! Batting better than the Marlins! #Canucks #TGATTYellow Canuck
MayRay with a swing and hits the mesh. #canucks tribute to baseball goal. #tgattJustine Galo
MAY RAY DAY! MAY RAY DAY! The Blue Jays could use Raymond batting leadoff with that hit out of mid air. #Canucks #TGATTBruce Ng
Death, taxes, Mason Raymond goal against Calgary. 3-1 #Canucks #TGATTCanucks Hockey Blog
Haha what a weird goal by Raymond. Wonder if he plays T-ball in the offseason while the rest are golfing. #Canucks #BabyFaceRaymondKatie Maximick
@KMaximick you think AV has orange slices for him when he gets to the bench?Tony King
What is happening? The Canucks score again, and on the power play to boot. This one courtesy of Daniel. 
Daniel to Henrik back to Daniel SCORE! I’m not kidding thats seriously my favorite thing about the canucks #sedins #twins #canucksRobert Blandon
3 late goals, when it rains it pours and we would know about that in Vancouver #Canucks #TGATTYellow Canuck
3rd period… killer instinct… insurance goals… PP goals? Who are these guys and what have you done with the #Canucks? #TGATTKent Basky
#Canucks outshot 41-28 but still leading 4-1. Note to team: in playoffs, goalies & D won’t be this obliging. #tgattgerimaple
That’s a wrap. Canucks win 4-1, Luo stops 40 shots. What a great 10 minutes, I hope that woke everyone up.
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Good to see the #Canucks play a complete last 10 minutes of the game. #TGATTCanucks Hockey Blog
#Canucks extinguish #Flames with fire-hose of goals late in the 3rd. #TGATTKeith Murray
Dear #flames. Thanks for padding Luongo’s stats tonight.Justine Galo
Props to Luongo for stopping 40 shots tonight despite not playing for a million games and going through a bunch of emotional shit. #CanucksKatie Maximick
"Unbeaten with Dustin Butler as their backup." Yes Shorty. Harharhar. #Canucksgladys
*HIGH FIVE* #CANUCKS FANS!!! Nucks explode for 3 goals in da turd and Luongo makes the most of his surprise start with 40 saves.Ed Lau
That’s it.  Next game is a Saturday nooner, see you all then.

]]> http://canuckshockeyblog.com/?feed=rss2&p=12036 0 The Game According to Twitter: Canucks 4 vs. Oilers 0 http://canuckshockeyblog.com/?p=11991 http://canuckshockeyblog.com/?p=11991#comments Fri, 05 Apr 2013 15:00:16 +0000 Elizabeth Moffat http://canuckshockeyblog.com/?p=11991 The Canucks really couldn’t start a game than they did against the Edmonton Oilers last Saturday. I mean, they gave up 3 goals on 3 shots in the first 3 minutes. Would love for that not to happen again.

It really was an entertaining game. A 4-0 win against a streaking divisional rival, some big plays, big goals… and a return visit by the most exciting player to ever put on a Canucks jersey, Pavel Bure.

Here’s the game in your tweets.

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After an embarrassing loss to the Oilers on Saturday, the Canucks look to get some revenge while raising money for the Canucks for Kids Fund Telethon.

Storified by Canucks Hockey Blog· Fri, Apr 05 2013 05:38:46

Remember the last time we played the Oilers? Ya, me neither, but something tells me the team should be a little more defensive to start this one.
I’m no coach or anything, but, I think someone should cover that Taylor Hall guy tonight. #CanucksChris Pysanczyn
The Canucks made it through Deadline Day without causing too much of a stir, but they did acquire Derek Roy, who makes his premiere tonight. 
There’s a new Derek in the #Canucks organization. How’s old Derek taking the news? @canucksgame pic.twitter.com/1H4HgGwN1zOmar
When asked how he felt about Derek Roy taking his name, Derek Jory said, "He spells it the right way!" @canucksgameHosea Cheung
I want to say Derek Roy will score for our team tonight just because Clowe and Iginla scored for their new team. No pressure, Roy. #CanucksKimmie Nguyen
If Derek Roy’s warmup tells me anything, it’s that he is wearing #15, he can skate and he can shoot. #InsiderAnalysisj.Bowman
At least Roy can pass & hit the net. Take note David Booth. Don’t use all your good shots on Yogi and Bambi #CanucksPhilly P
Tonight is also the Canucks for Kids Fund Telethon, which in addition to being a great cause, also usually means a fun broadcast.
1-85-KIDSFUND (1-855-437-3863) Canucks For Kids Fund. Join The Team. Help Us Help. pic.twitter.com/SZMcBvsaKQHoney Badger
So is Pavel in town for the telethon as his community service to qualify for a jersey retirement ceremony? #TGATTChris Baldwin
Trevor Linden wants you to donate to the "Canucks for kids" fund. Do you think you know better than Trevor Linden? Because you dontj.Bowman
I’m glad that Trevor Linden was better at hockey than he is at riffing on camera.Dimitri Filipovic
Game on. There’s lots of things that are looking good early in the game, especially from Zack Kassian, who is fresh from a short stint in Chicago and probably ready to party a little less.
It’s really nice to see that the #Canucks showed up for this game. Phew. #TGATTRobyn Crystal
Would be nice to see Kassian go bar-down tonight as opposed to Bar None. #Canucks #TGATTJustin Tillyer
Hulk hits by Kassquatch & Lappy early. I like it!!! #tgattJustine Galo
#canucks Kassian looking motivated after his quick demotion to Chicago. Message received. At least so far….Dan Murphy
The Oilers take a penalty, and then seem to forget it happened and send out 5 men. Kevin Bieksa scores on the resulting 5-on-3 and it’s 1-0 Canucks.
Canucks Vs Oilers – Bieksa 1-0 Goal – 04.04.13 – HDcanuckshd
See, that’s what’s been wrong with the Canucks PP. Only one man advantage.Shaun Stewart
It won’t show up on the box score, but Jason Garrison gets an assist on that one. His slapshot takes down Petry, basically giving the Canucks a 5-on 2.5 for the goal.
Give the assist to Garrison for decimating that dudes leg with his shot. That was 3 and a half man advantage. #goalsontheceiling #scoreboardj.Bowman
#tgatt. “@SoYoureAnExpert: Jason Garrison just registered the most awesome assist ever. Kills a dude, watches Henrik Sedin do the rest.”luonGOLD
Basically, Jason Garrison shoots to kill. #CanucksPass it to Bulis
It’s not often its breaking someone’s ankle that sets up a goal.Garrison doing what Salo never had the heart to do:Shooting at people’s feetWyatt Arndt
The first period was actually really good. These are the Canucks we like to see.
Derek Roy must have brought a truckload of swagger with him into this dressing room. This is not the same team.Alan O’Sullivan
The #Canucks looked threatening in that period. Like they were all wearing leather jackets and smoking outside a 7/11. I locked my car door.Pass it to Bulis
Best first period from the Canucks in a while. Derek Roy must have brought some of that Space Jam water with him.Wyatt Arndt
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The first intermission continues with player promos. The kids and families get money, we get these, everyone is a winner.
"Thanks for ‘elping us ‘elp." – Burrows is the maximum level of French.Seamus McKale
omg you guys do NOT let Alex Burrows attempt at acting be in vain. Donate to #CanucksforKidsFundPseu Sue
In the second period Pavel Bure is honoured during a commercial break, and the crowd loved it.  (So did Pavel.)
Pavel Bure welcomed back to Vancouver (Apr 4, 2013)canucks
Pavel Bure introduced to Elton John’s Rocket Man at Rogers Arena. Fans go nuts. #CanucksBrad Ziemer
"Pavel Bure had tears in his eyes". Seriously can we just bury the hatchet and hang 10 in the rafters? #CanucksMatt Lee
I honestly don’t know if Markus Naslund would get the ovation Pavel Bure just got.. If they needed a swing vote on the rafters, they got itBlake Price
Standing ovation for Bure just happened woo #RUSSIANROCKET #childhero #ishedatearTurtle
Not sure why his number isn’t retired yet, but #Hang10 is not only a cool slogan but a must do for the #Canucks #TGATTSean Holmes-Smith
Pavel Bure had tears in his eyes as he got a standing ovation, and people thought he wouldn’t care if his number was retired. #CANUCKSAmrit
Bure ovation would indicate I’m even further into anti-jersey-retirement minority. Was angry about idea, now I’m just resigned to it. #tgattgerimaple
Perhaps inspired by that video package, Kassian tries some fancy puck work. He… does not succeed. 
Garrett just killed me. "I think Kassian was trying to pass it…. Oh no, he just lost it in his feet."Wyatt Arndt
Perhaps inspired by Bure in the house Kassian tries the drop to your feet kick it up to your stick move. Fails and wastes a chance. #TGATTChris Baldwin
If you can’t tell from home,Head Trainer Mike Burnstein is making Zack Kassian walk a straight line/say the alphabet backwards on the bench.j.Bowman
LOL Kass trolls everyone. Puts the puck between his legs for no apparent raisin. #CanucksEd Lau
For those too young to remember the Pavel Bure move that Zack Kassian tried, here it is: ht.ly/1UCwmD #CanucksCanucks Hockey Blog
Henrik scores like it’s no big deal. In fact, the Oilers might have forgotten he was there. That’s how much time he had. 2-0 Canucks.
Henrik Sedin 2-0 goal vs Oilers (Apr 4, 2013)canucks
Daniel just Henrik’d Henrik and Henrik Daniel’d Daniel. 2-0 good guys.Wyatt Arndt
It’s 2013 and NHL defencemen still haven’t learned to ask "WHERE’S THE OTHER SEDIN? BEHIND ME?"Colby Cosh
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I don’t think I have ever seem Hank score a more casual goal. #TGATTChris Baldwin
Call them the sisters all you want, that goal was magic #sedins #CanucksTurtle
The irony of seeing Hank set up behind the net like Gretzky used to do to us on a regular basis? Awesome. 2-0 good guys #TGATTKent Basky
They earned that one, those crazy Sedins. #CanucksKatie Maximick
BREAKING: SEDINERY is not broken. HANK shoots the puck (?!?!) and SCOOORREEEESSSS #TGATT #Canucks #CFKFTelethonluonGOLD
super slomo replay reveals that Henrik passed that puck back to Daniel twice before finally shooting the puck into the open net. #TGATTJustin Abraham
The second intermission gives us Telethon promo outtakes, and they’re the best.
Canucks Telethon Outtakes (Apr 3, 2013)canucks
Those outtakes still make me laugh and I’ve seen them three times now. #TeamOfDorksAlix
My team is full of nerds and dorks. My time is better than your’s.Jenn Johnson
MayRay says to Garrison in this outtake, "can I look into his eyes like we’re in love and stuff?" YES!!! #Canucks telly.com/BW0UOYTom
Derek Roy gets his first point as a Canuck, with a pretty pass to Chris Higgins for the goal. 3-0 Canucks.
Canucks Vs Oilers – Chris Higgins 3-0 Goal – 04.04.13 – HDcanuckshd
That sound you hear is the Roy bandwagon getting full. I was here first! #Canucks #TGATTWalter Siu
WE_LIKE_ROY.avinobelp
Derek Roy. Welcome to Vancouver. A threat all night, this line clicks as Roy sets up he of the amazing abs for an easy tap in. 3-0 #TGATTKent Basky
Higgins and Roy! Can we keep em’? Eh MG? Can we keep Em’? #canucks #tgattMichael Cinco
HIGGINS AND ROY’S CELEBRATION >> pic.twitter.com/d2FOEDjWVtjulia
That Higgins goal was gorgeous. Perfect setup from Roy. So much amazing. #Canucks #OilersSabrina
Higgins sneaks a look at his abs, just because. #Canucks pic.twitter.com/RgDAo8SMXKTom
Cory Scheinder must’ve wanted in on the fun. He skates out past the face-off dot to meet the puck and be generally badass.
An aggressive move by Cory going to the Blueline to rid the puck. He gets an assist for that right? #tgattJustine Galo
Schneider: COME AT ME BROPseu Sue
Schneider’s getting crazy up in here!Shaun Stewart
How do you know Schneider is feeling it? When he skates out past the face-off dot…that’s how! #TGATTClay Imoo
Last time I saw a goalie come out of the net that far, he shot a knucklepuck and sent the Iceland game into overtime. #Oilersarecakeeatersj.Bowman
The Greatest Play in Sports Historymmattucc
Kassian ends the game with a goal to make it 4-0.
Canucks Vs Oilers – Zack Kassian 4-0 Goal – 04.04.13 – HDcanuckshd
#kassian with toothless aggression!! #Canucks #tgatt @zkassian9Emmanuel M Samson
Nicely. RT @kevin_kinghorn: Kassquatch? I don’t get it but it’s worthy of a tweet. #canucks pic.twitter.com/k1MnlVraurCanucks Hockey Blog
Kassian FINALLY gets another goal. I think this counts for "revenge" that was Sportsnet’s key to game tonight. Nice job, #Canucks #tgattgerimaple
Welcome back Kassian. P.S – Goals in Vancouver taste better than alcoholic beverages. #CanucksMarda Miller
Kassian gets his first goal since coming back from his "conditioning" stint with a big gap-toothed smile. #Canucks pic.twitter.com/hE4oiu0iAjTom
The Canucks take the win in a really fun game. They may have taken longer to score them, but they matched the Oilers 4 goals from Saturday.
Dear refs: #Canucks score 4. Now THAT’S game management. #boom #tgattJustine Galo
Before the broadcast ends, a bunch of ladies steal the attention… 
EVERYONE SHUT UP COUGAR LIFE IS ONWyatt Arndt
Cougar life is back!!! #rawr #TGATT #CanucksElmee Baterina
LOL @kbieksa3: "Look at all the cute ladies there…" #Canucks #creepyjuiceEd Lau
That’s also a wrap on the Canucks For Kids Fund Telethon. Did you spot Mr. Chris Golden working the phones?
Yup, that’s @lyteforce repping #CHB at the #Canucksforkids Telethon. Call in and donate, guys! 1-855-437-3863 #CanucksCanucks Hockey Blog
I see @lyteforce behind McEwen. How come you’re not answering the phone?!Ed Lau
I see @lyteforce on TV!! Just donated $150 to #CFKFTelethon. Give what you can everyone! This is a great cause. @VanCanucksJustine Galo
So if Tanev scores does @lyteforce do his time on the telethon phones in the buff? Or do we donate money to keep his clothes on? #TGATTChris Baldwin

]]> http://canuckshockeyblog.com/?feed=rss2&p=11991 0 The Game According to Twitter: Canucks 0 at Oilers 4 http://canuckshockeyblog.com/?p=11882 http://canuckshockeyblog.com/?p=11882#comments Sun, 31 Mar 2013 15:00:43 +0000 Elizabeth Moffat http://canuckshockeyblog.com/?p=11882 [...]]]> There was a lot of anticipation heading into the Canucks’ matchup against the Edmonton Oilers last night. After all, a win against the high-powered – and suddenly streaking – Oilers would extend their win streak to 7 games and keep the Minnesota Wild at bay in the race for the Northwest Division title.

Good vibes, right?

Ummm… not quite.

The Canucks gave up 3 goals in 3 shots in the first 3 minutes of the game, and Taylor Hall had a hat trick before the first period was 8 minutes old, and the rest, as they say, is history.

Now on to the grisly details and your reactions.

The Game According to Twitter: Vancouver Canucks 0 at Edmonton Oilers 4

The Canucks travel to Edmonton where both teams are looking to continue winning streaks.

Storified by Canucks Hockey Blog· Sun, Mar 31 2013 07:44:07

The long weekend continues as the Canucks head to Edmonton, looking to continue to six-game winning streak. We’ll just drop the puck, and… oh.
Napping on the ice is a great way to start the game;
Taylor Hall scores 16 seconds into the game. Awesome, but the kid was skating pretty darn fast there. Let’s brush it off and… oh… Ladislav Smid scores not even 2 minutes after.
Worst start. #WaiveEverybodyPass it to Bulis
I wasn’t in the room, so I’m not 100% sure, but I get the feeling that this wasn’t exactly what the #Canucks drew up to start the game.Dimitri Filipovic
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Absolutely inexcusable for the #Canucks to be so obviously unprepared. Absolute garbage. #TGATTKent Basky
Cory is already getting pulled. That has to be some sort of record.
Two goals in two minutes and Cory gets the hook. Not the #Canucks night, so far. C’mon Lu, pull a rabbit out of your hat for us! #tgattgerimaple
Umm when does the game start? I think my internet feed is showing an Oilers practice against some peewee players in Nucks uniforms #TGATTVictoria
This is the worst pre game warmup I have ever seen. #Canucksj.Bowman
With Luo in net maybe the team will wake up and… oh… Taylor Hall scores again. Buckle in friends, we’re only three minutes in.
Three shots, three goals. Hall again, this time on Luongo. Oh boy. #CanucksBrad Ziemer
The Oilers have taken 3 shots and scored on all three. Twilight zone. What a nightmare.Just Becky
After allowing 3 goals in 3 GAMES, the Canucks allow 3 goals in 3 MINUTES. #roughstart #TGATTClay Imoo
They’ve never had offensive playe… Oh. Wow. RT @EdmontonOilers #Oilers set team record for fastest 3 goals to start a game: 2:43.Jason Kurylo
How do you completely lose track of Taylor Hall (and more specifically, his lips) like that twice in the first 3 minutes?Dimitri Filipovic
Is it April fools day? Cause this has got to be a joke.Caitlyn
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Well now what are we supposed to do? Can we unpull a goalie?
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Great. Now we’re going to have to listen to the CBC idiots talk goalie controversy all intermission.Shaun Stewart
Trade ALL THE GOALIES! #Canucks RT @hosea24hours: Oh wait, cue the trade Luongo ones too.Phil
Time out? Anyone? Bueller?Katie Maximick
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Put Luongo in. Wait. Put Schneider back in.Cam Tucker
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What’s the over/under on ridiculous #Canucks goalie controversy posts tomorrow? #TGATTBruce Ng
Could really use some help out here, guys. Any way we could bring Schneide-oh yeah, never mind.Roberto Luongo
PUT HAMHUIS IN NET. #canucksLinds
I’d really hate to show up to this game a few minutes late..
…I look away for five minutes and the #Canucks are down 3-0 to the #Oilers? What the hell happened?Ed Lau
People are probably walking into the bar late right now, rubbing their eyes, checking their watches, and walking back out.Shaun Stewart
The Canucks get a short break in the scoring… until the 7:43 when Hall scores again. That’s a hat-trick. That’s the fastest Oilers hat-trick in franchise history. It beat Gretzky by five minutes.
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LOL it’s not even 8 minutes in and Taylor Hall has a hat trick. Trade for him so omeone might have a shot at Safeway Score and Win. #CanucksEd Lau
Uh-oh! @eddielack it’s your turn in net. Get out there! #Canucks #TGATTVictoria
This defensive hockey is boring, we said. There aren’t enough goals, we said. #CanucksPass it to Bulis
I’ve seen better man to man coverage at a junior high dance.Alix
…..if anyone needs me, I’ll be in a corner, in the fetal position…..#tgatt #canucksCJ S.
Dana Murzyn would look great on D right now. #Canucks #TGATTCanucks Hockey Blog
Heck, @lyteforce would look great on D right now. RT @canuckshockey: Dana Murzyn would look great on D right now. #Canucks #TGATTClay Imoo
Hey guys, if anyone can blow a 4-0 lead, it’s the #Oilers.drek
The joke is on Edmonton: Vancouver has no shame. Pour it on!Canucks Misconduct
"It has been an adventure for the Canucks defensively". No CBC, an adventure is what Bill & Ted had. This is a fucking nightmare.j.Bowman
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At least the CBC graphics department is on our side…
Now that’s better. Thanks for the mulligan CBC. pic.twitter.com/tYo5sgT9PRLizz Moffat
Ooh, I like that score graphic CBC. 0-0 tie again. #CanucksJason Miller
Uhhh… Did CBC just erase the 4 EDM goals? The graphic says 0/0Paul Andersen
The first period ends and the Oilers don’t score for a full 12 minutes. So… we sure showed them. The crew at CBC tries to keep the faith.
Hey guys, bright side: No goals in the last 12 minutes of the first… #progress @canucksgame #TGATTLizz Moffat
#HNIC doing whatever they can to keep us watching. Thanks Friedman. #Canucks still have a chance!! *cry*Bruce Ng
And Jordan Eberle shows us all that he did very well in math class.
Jordan Eberle just discussed shooting percentage, noting that scoring 3 times on 4 shots makes for a high one. I’m sure he would know.Dimitri Filipovic
Now onward to the second, where preparations are being made for emergency replacements…
Does Canadian Tire sell Centers? Gillis should make a trip.Bryan F.
@jBowmancouver Wearing my goalie pads, got my phone beside me. PUT ME IN, COACH.Goalie Graveyard
The second period itself is pretty uneventful, which is probably for the best. The Canucks can’t take advantage of either of their power plays, but that’s the least of their problems at this point.
At least the #Canucks can’t blame this one entirely on the power play failures. This was already a disaster before the PP’s. #tgattgerimaple
It ends the same way it began. 4-0. Brightside: 32 minutes without a goal against.  But they’re not making any effort to catch up either.
#Canucks #CanucksArmy ….. #tgatt I had a dream that we were trailing the #EdmontonOilers 4-0 and its still the 2nd periodDominador Martin V
#Canucks not just sitting on leads anymore. Looks like they’re sitting on 4-0 deficits now too. #TGATTCanucks Hockey Blog
The bad news is the #Canucks are down 4-0. The good news…uh…well, they didn’t let in any goals in the 2nd period. That’s something…Ed Lau
That’s almost a silver lining, giving me an excuse to share my favourite new country girl. Cheer up friends.
Kacey Musgraves – "Silver Lining"E lice
Onwards to the third period, and you know what? The Canucks aren’t doing completely horrible.
Did you see Eberle give up that puck? That’s what’s killing me! Oilers aren’t playing great, we’re just playing extra poorly. EFF. #TGATTVictoria
The Canucks have really hunkered down after letting in 4 goals immediately.j.Bowman
So does anyone know if the Canucks are high? Seems like they are looking for the bag of Doritos rather than scoring some goals! #TGATTKiran Mehat
Hey Canucks score just one goal…. then another one, then one after that, then two more after that. #PleaseAndThankyouCaitlyn
Luongo makes a couple of amazing saves during the third. Too bad most of you seemed to leave before it happened.
ANOTHER GREAT SAVE BY LUONGO! ROBBED HALL OF HIS FOURTH GOAL OF THE GAME!!!!!!!!!!!Canucks Game
Damn right it’s a great save by Luongo.K8
That save by Luongo was insane! Looked like Dikembe Mutombo swatting a basketball into the 5th row. #Canucks #TGATTBruce Ng
Luongo. Appreciation. Life.Jenn Johnson
Luongo just made one of the saves of the season against Taylor Hall. phenomenal!Hockey Buzz Eklund
It’s a shame that the save of the year just got made but no one will ever so much as think about it again ’cause it’s part of a 4-0 blowoutSeamus McKale
That’s a wrap. Oilers win 4-0. I suggest y’all go enjoy the rest of your long weekend.
I don’t want to hear, "We weren’t good enough" or "that was unacceptable, we need to do better." FIX THE DAMN PROBLEM! #NOEXCUSES #TGATTDeborah D Burke
I’m getting really tired of saying this about #Canucks games, but this time I REALLY mean it – Thank HEAVENS that one’s over #tgattgerimaple
Good to know the Canucks still think you can mail a game in, even during a 50 game season. #ReturnToSenderBill McLean
Man, that was terrible. #Canucks lost hours ago but they just made it official.Ed Lau
Dunzo. #Canucks lose 4-0. Time to forget this game ever happened. #hellojimbeam #TGATTCanucks Hockey Blog
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After their 4-1 win last night over the Colorado Avalanche, the Canucks have now won 6 games in a row. The loss was the Avs’ 4th in a row and 8th in their last 9 games.

Also, with Alex Burrows reunited with the Sedins, the first line once again looks rejuvenated and accounted for 3 of the team’s 4 goals.

That’s good news for Canucks fans.

The Game According to Twitter: Vancouver Canucks 4 vs Colorado Avalanche 1

In their last home game before the trade deadline, the Canucks take on the Colorado Avalanche.

Storified by Canucks Hockey Blog· Fri, Mar 29 2013 07:50:18

Welcome back to Rogers Arena! 
We’ll be joined by the Colorado Avalanche tonight, and tickets are so in demand they’re going on Craigslist for half price. Huzzah!
SOB is a healthy scratch for Col tonight. Does that mean a trade back to the #Canucks is in the works? #TGATTChris Baldwin
Minutes away from puck drop at Rogers Arena. Let’s hope this one is a bit more … um … entertaining than Tuesday’s game. #canucksHosea Cheung
@hosea24hours Wait, there was a game on Tuesday? Why can’t I remember that?Andrew Ngo
Canucks keys to the game according to Sportsnet? "Powerplay!!!" That’s right. Three exclamation points. They mean business.Wyatt Arndt
Four and half minutes into the game, and Christ on a Cracker, the Canucks score! Goal by Alex Burrows, who seems to have missed his DNA sharing linemates.
Canucks Vs Avs – Alex Burrows 1-0 Goal – 03.28.13 – HDcanuckshd
A regulation goal. I swear they just scored one. This is good. This is good. 1-0 #Canucks, 5 mins into 1st. #BOOMCanucks Game
That was ridiculous. Daniel to Henirk To Burrows. It never gets old. #WizardousSedinery 1-0 good guys #TGATTKent Basky
Ahhh… Some Sedinery finally. Sedin to Sedin to Burrows and goal. #Canucks up 1-0 early. #TGATTCanucks Hockey Blog
Burrows, Hank, Dank. That felt right. That felt right. #canucks @vancanucks @canucksgame #TGATTJay Jones
And Alex Burrows shows that he doesn’t want to get taken off the 1st line again #toobadHiggy #canucksTurtle
That goal was more dope than a Lance Armstrong dinner. #Canucks #BurrowsSpencer
That goal is reminiscent of the good old days. #CanucksVancouver Canucks Oz
The Canucks continue to look strong throughout the first period.
The Avs flight delayed out of Calgary? They sure haven’t shown up yet.Kirk Paul
…Or at least for five more minutes. Then they decide that Schneider can take it from there
In Schneids we trust #canucks @vancanucks @canuckshockey @canucksgame #TGATT <a href="http://t.co/izzAJFoHQ1" class="">pic.twitter.com/izzAJFoHQ1</a>Jay Jones
Schneids looked back twice to see if that went in. Luckily it didn’t #CanucksMar
Okay #Canucks, forcing Cory to be specatular in order to bail out the rest of you is not an acceptable game plan. Smarten up! #tgattgerimaple
DESCHNEID. Just, don’t even bother trying anymore Avs. #TGATTluonGOLD
Cory Schneider is a monster. Wow. Even you @BrowntoBure have to be impressed.Shane M
That’s a wrap on the first, but whoever is in charge of lighting in the arena must not have enjoyed the game so far.
Whoever is doing the lights in Vancouver is a real dickhead #nhl #canucks <a href="http://t.co/HOJWZUrizn" class="">pic.twitter.com/HOJWZUrizn</a>Brady Shaw
Or perhaps it was the quality of ice he disapproved of, it wasn’t great, but at least we know who to blame.
Bob Seger ruined the ice.Justine Galo
Bob Seger – Old Time Rock and Rollarttujarvinen
Dammit Bob Seger.
The second period brings us back to the fun we had on Monday vs Columbus, and this time I don’t even have plane ticket purchases to entertain me.
I have no idea what happened in the dressing room during intermission but HOLY! where did all the action go this is now boring #TGATTDeborah D Burke
When did the #Canucks turn into the Jacques Lemaire era Minnesota Wild?? #tgattJustine Galo
On the plus side, Cory seems to be cool with winning this one himself.
So that goalie who just isn’t a proven starter has been playing amazing for several games now. Too bad he’s not a proven #1 #sarcasm #TGATTVictoria
That’ll bring us to the second intermission and some furry friends can weigh in with their thoughts on the game.
#TGATT #TGATB (the game according to Bernard) better than vs CBJ, but not by much… <a href="http://t.co/whVnkSHdFE" class="">pic.twitter.com/whVnkSHdFE</a>Chuk
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And we’re back.
This game is going by so quickly compared to Tuesday..Alyssa Kupila
Schneider’s shutout steak ends at 111 minutes and 33 seconds, with the first shot of the period. Goal by Duchene. 1-1.
1-1 now. On the bright side, looks like our chances of seeing another riveting shootout have increased. #snoozerMarcus Anderson
Guess the Canucks strategy of playing terrible terrible hockey to hold the league didn’t pan out…Spencer
With 8 minutes left in the game, Canucks take a 2-1 lead.  Hamhuis to Burrows to Daniel to net.
Canucks Vs Avs – Daniel Sedin 2-1 Goal – 03.28.13 – HDcanuckshd
well… the team getting outplayed scores one. hey, that’s us! Daniel snaps his streak and it’s 2-1 #Canucks #TGATTKent Basky
Daniel bumps the slump. Previously pointless in 4, 1 goal in 13 games. #Canucks lead 2-1.Matt Lee
Now back to your regularly scheduled defensive posture – nothing to see here — AV.Kirk Paul
After the Canucks score, the organist at Rogers Arena plays Chris’ favorite song, Gangnam Style.
AND GANGNAM STYLE ON THE ORGAN!?! #Canucks #TGATTChris Golden
"@lyteforce: AND GANGNAM STYLE ON THE ORGAN!?! #Canucks #TGATT" did @cbaldwin74 get up and polka? He’s part German, ya knowJustine Galo
On my rather short bucket list: play organ at Rogers Arena for a game. RT @lyteforce: AND GANGNAM STYLE ON THE ORGAN!?! #Canucks #TGATTClay Imoo
Less than 2 minutes left in the game and the Avs pull their goalie.
Henrik can’t let his linemates score every goal, so he gets one for himself.
Canucks Vs Avs – Henrik Sedin 3-1 Goal – 03.28.13 – HDcanuckshd
YuP the red head connection all the way from the goalie. Cory to Hank #Canucks #tgattJustine Galo
It ain’t over yet, Higgins gets in on the empty net sweepstakes to make it 4-1.
Canucks Vs Avs – Chris Higgins 4-1 Goal – 03.28.13 – HDcanuckshd
YOU GET AN EMPTY NET GOAL! YOU GET AN EMPTY NET GOAL! EVERYONE GETS AN EMPTY NET GOAL!Jenn Johnson
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So THAT’S all the Canuck needed to start filling the back of the net… No one protecting the front of it! #offensiveDon
Higgins just won a car according to Garrett #emptynetter #TGATTElmee Baterina
C’mon Colorado, pull the goalie again! HAVE YOU NO COURAGE?!Seamus McKale
Canucks win. That’s six in a row, pretty good streak for a team will all seem to agree isn’t playing their best. Oh well, we’ll take it.
Sedins & Schneider = Red Head Redemption (gamers what?) 4-1 #Canucks win #tgattJustine Galo
Great game for Burrows & the Guys! #GnomePower #Canucks Woot!!! #TGATT <a href="http://t.co/SKvLtpuzOK" class="">pic.twitter.com/SKvLtpuzOK</a>Jacqueline B
Six wins in a row but there is still a whole lot wrong with the #Canucks, can’t wait for the media rants tmr. #tgattJustine Galo
Is this the worst 6-game winning streak in NHL history? Whatever. I’ll take it. #DealWithItPhil
Style points loss!!!! Whatever. Beyond caring how it gets done right now. Win, plug the holes at center and move forward, dammit #TGATTKent Basky
Pretty solid start to a long weekend.
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If you were looking for chills, spills and thrills, well, you went to the wrong place.

But hey, 2 points is 2 points, and with the win, the Canucks regained top spot in the Northwest Division, although the idle Minnesota Wild has 2 games in hand.

The Game According to Twitter: Vancouver Canucks 1 vs Columbus Blue Jackets 0 (SO)

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We’re back again in Rogers Arena, playing Columbus for the final time this season, and quite possibly the last time before they leave for the Eastern Conference next season. 
Time to take a bite out of the CBJ! <a href="http://t.co/n9FooQrrVa" class="">pic.twitter.com/n9FooQrrVa</a>FIN
Thank God Columbus is getting moved to the Eastern Conference next season #yawn #canucksTurtle
The puck is dropped and away we go. 
Unfortunately, I got caught up trying to purchase plane tickets. Did I miss much?
Quick! Somebody make a "YOU’RE A FORWARD TONIGHT, BALLARD!" poster and hold it against the glass when #kb4ward skates by! #CanucksLinds
If they start awarding points for completed passes, the #Canucks will get the cup every year.Shaun Stewart
Ah, just the usual. Also, in case you forgot, stickhandling isn’t exactly Cory Schneider’s strongest asset. Luckily, it doesn’t result in a goal.
"Stick-handling? Psh" – as Cory Schneider kicks the puck from behind the net. #canucksHosea Cheung
Schneids bored he had to see if he could make it interesting by playing the puck behind his net. Almost a bobble. Still #CBJ w/ 2 SOG #tgattJustine Galo
LOL! #TGATT RT @CanuckClay: Who would win in a stick-handling competition between Schneider, Luongo, and Stevie Wonder?Caylie King
Can we get one of those collars that zaps you when you stray for Schneider?Jenn Johnson
The first period ends scoreless, but Kevin Bieksa takes it upon himself to entertain the folks at home.
"Schneids made two big saves for us. …just kidding. I don’t remember what they were." LOL, @kbieksa3 wins the interview. #CanucksEd Lau
Kevin Bieksa should be the only guy they ever talk to between periods.Shaun Stewart
The second period… is not very eventful. The internet continued to reject my attempts at making online purchases.
I’ve decided that the Sedins have been replaced by The Silence. #canucks #doctorwhoLinds
I swear Minnesota stole Columbus’ jerseys and flew to Vancouver.Bryan F.
Hard to criticize the #canucks in this game, but maybe their trigger fingers need to be a touch itchier @canucksgame #TGATTJay Jones
Luongo is not even watching the game anymore. Is this even allowed? Doesn’t matter, because Bobby Luo don’t care.
What’s #Luongo watching on the @VanCanucks bench tonight? CAPTION THIS –> <a href="http://t.co/ladiIricqK" class="">pic.twitter.com/ladiIricqK</a>NHL
That’s a wrap on the second.
Second verse, same as the first. Jackie is a punk, Judy is a runt, and this game is painfully dull.Pass it to Bulis
Biggest ovation tonight: The guy that won the Tim Hortons "Donut Coffee Cup" shell game. In his defence, it was riveting.j.Bowman
Second intermission is over and my plane tickets are still not purchased. Boo.
The Clash – London Callingtheclashvevo
Hey, a powerplay! It doesn’t really achieve much, but it happened.
"Those looking for some excitement in this game, don’t worry. The powerplay will save us!" – 2011 Canucks fanj.Bowman
At the game. Just woke up from my nap. Still 0-0? Ok. Zzzzz. #Canucks #TGATTCanucks Hockey Blog
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Only half a period left, and still no goals in this game! SOMEBODY SCORE ALREADY!! #canucks #tgattChris Schneider
Alex Burrows is taken down.  Though apparently, literally tackling someone is not a penalty.
Zebras once again abusing Burrows. How that was not a penalty IDK. #TGATTGlen Thayer
Taking a nap on top of Burrows: apparently not worth a penalty.Shaun Stewart
Jaysus. If I did what just happened to Burrows to anyone on the street I would be arrested or offered an NFL contract. Maybe both. #BSNoCallj.Bowman
@glenthayer tackled and held for ten seconds. Then they missed the trip at centre. It’s is absolutely atrocious. #canucks #TGATTJustin Abraham
An amazing save from Schneider saves a Bieksa giveaway from becoming a goal. Still no score.
Just a terrible giveaway by Bieksa but Schneider bails his ass out. Umberger penalty for tripping. #Canucks PP.Ed Lau
Bieksa’ll remember that Schneider save. #Canucks #TGATTCanucks Hockey Blog
No one is ever going to score. Ever. This game will one day be some weird trivia question answer.
#Canucks <a href="http://t.co/SFzwLZigkF" class="">pic.twitter.com/SFzwLZigkF</a>Alyssa Kupila
For kicks and giggles, I bet this game goes 12 rounds in the shootout. #moreplease #notreally #Canucks #TGATTCanucks Hockey Blog
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#TGATT #DogYawn #TGATB (the game according to Bernard) <a href="http://t.co/KJ8zZFZAe9" class="">pic.twitter.com/KJ8zZFZAe9</a>Chuk
If the #Canucks don’t get a point of this game we are never getting these agonizingly boring three hours back.Kirk Paul
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Oh for the love of everything that is exciting…because this game is like the song that never ends! #TGATTKiran Mehat
This is the game that doesn’t end. Yes it goes on and on my friend…#TGATT #CanucksGlen Thayer
Lamb chops play-Alongambibabe86
It’s stuck in your head now, isn’t it? Good luck with that.
Overtime, because I’m sure an extra 5 minutes will solve this.
Can we just have this game end, right now, in a tie? There are no winners tonight.Seamus McKale
You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take…you also miss 100% of the shots you shoot over the net #whatIlearnedtoday #canucksTurtle
I’m still watching this game. This is why the NHL can have lockouts.Jordan Clarke
No one. No one will ever score. This game will continue forever. RT @canucksgame: I’ve got Higgins for the game-winner. You?Spencer
Shots are 43519837405937405917340591734096710396474310967013947066174309617049671093476091374609137409613740967049610396 – 5 for the CanucksSchneider’s Teeth
The NHL should mandate that any teams involved in a game that’s 0-0 after 60 minutes be required to do bag skates for 3 hours the next daySeamus McKale
This #Canucks game is going to be my counter argument for the next time someone says baseball is boring.Malcolm Wheeler
The OT highlight is a toss up between a breakaway from Hansen..
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And a funny accent from Shorty.
Shorty with the highlight of the night "darn tyutin" #TGATTSean Holmes-Smith
How did we get to OT before that "Darn Tyutin!" joke?Shaun Stewart
Now we’re off to the shootout. I know, shocking.
I can’t believe we just watched 65 minutes of NO GOALS WHATSOEVER! Talk about boring! #canucks #stalemate #tgattChris Schneider
Watch, this will be a 50-round shootout with no goals scored until the final shot.david
This shootout should just be Schneider and Bobrovsky taking shots at each other.Seamus McKale
If I see the first shootout guy dump it in the corner and chase it, I’m gonna snapJeff Paterson
Watching an entire playoff series featuring Columbus is my single greatest fear on this EarthSeamus McKale
Spinorama too. RT @BradZiemer: The only thing that will save this game is Ballard scoring the shootout winner. #CanucksHosea Cheung
Do it!!! #KB4shootout #secretmove #realpiratesarescum <a href="http://t.co/tYXy3fVot8" class="">pic.twitter.com/tYXy3fVot8</a>j.Bowman
Raymond… Nope.
Mason Raymond on the shoot-out for the Canucks! <a href="http://t.co/fHiEgWzT4o" class="">pic.twitter.com/fHiEgWzT4o</a>Jonathan Mara
Raymond forgot to call rent on his hotel on St. James Place, Bobrovsky gets off scot free. #canucks #monopolyLinds
Anisimov… Nope
"Anisimov can’t get it up" … That’s what she said!Sedinitronic
#CBJ Anisimov tries to go backhand gloveside, but Schneider sniffed it out. 0-0 after one.Aaron Portzline
Schroeder… Nope. Even the camera guy is over this.
Schroeder can’t get Bob to fall for the fake. Ryan Johansen on deck. #CanucksEd Lau
Johansen… Good night.
Johansen tries to go backhand, Schneider follows the whole way. Lapierre next for the #Canucks.Ed Lau
Lapierre.. GOAL. Thank the Lord, it’s still possible.
Well at least Lapierre’s shootout goal was nice… #canucks #TGATTSean Holmes-Smith
It is exciting when Lappy scores though, aint it? When he celebrates you just want to jump off your couch and cheer with him.Omar
FINALLY A PUCK CROSSES A GOAL LINE!! Lappy wins it in the shootout for the #canucks #tgattChris Schneider
Calvert can’t get the matching goal and the game comes to a merciful  and celebratory end.
Canucks Vs Jackets – Full Shootout – 03.26.13 – HDcanuckshd
So Lapierre just made this game with a happy ending goal in the shootout. Rare skills comp win. #tgatt #CanucksJustine Galo
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what more can be said except to be thankful that this game is over, and the #Canucks got the second point. #tgattgerimaple
THAT WAS THE SINGLE MOST BORING THING I’VE EVER EXPERIENCED!!! WOOO #CANUCKS!Spencer
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