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The Jinx Effect: Are the Canucks Doomed in 2011?
Written on September 3, 2010 at 08:02, by HTTN
Hockey experts around North America are expecting huge results from the Vancouver Canucks this upcoming season. Publications from The Hockey News to the Puck Daddy Blog have picked the Canucks to win it all, and the city of Vancouver is revelling in the attention. Not so fast, I say! Remember the last time this happened, Vancouver? Let us reminisce...
Luongo’s Contract In Jeopardy
Written on September 2, 2010 at 08:58, by HTTN
On Thursday, Ian Walker of the Vancouver Sun wrote that Roberto Luongo's contract could be rejected by the NHL as early as Friday.
The Real Reasons Behind The Hockey News’ 2010-11 Predictions
Written on September 1, 2010 at 08:25, by HTTN
The Hockey News has released its predictions for the 2010-11 NHL season, which you can see here. HTTN insiders have managed to track down the first draft of the reasons behind the rankings. Please note, these descriptions were meant for THN personnel only, and are very revealing as to the truth behind the placings.
First Draft of THN’s 2010-11 NHL Predictions:
Misdiagnosis of MMA by the Canadian Medical Association
Written on August 26, 2010 at 00:39, by HTTN
Post written by HTTN's MMA expert: Buffbug
On Wednesday, The Globe and Mail published this article, which states that the Canadian Medical Association is looking to Ban MMA in Canada. After reading it and seeing their viewpoint, I was left feeling nothing but utterly disappointed.
Willie Mitchell’s Leaving – How Does That Make You Feel?
Written on August 25, 2010 at 22:58, by HTTN
Head to the Net is very excited to be introducing a new contributor - Lucas Martin, to our team. The following post is his debut on our site.
Farewell Willie Mitchell, Farewell…
On the afternoon of August 25, 2010, Canucks fans found out that Willie Mitchell had signed a reported 2-year, $7 million contract with the Los Angeles Kings. There appear to be mixed feelings about losing the BC boy, and for good reason. This will help you understand what this move means to the Canucks faithful:
Henrik Sedin Has NOT Been Named Captain
Written on August 24, 2010 at 14:50, by HTTN
An Open Letter to The Morons Who Started the "Henrik is Captain" Rumours:
Dear Idiots,
Mitchell Breaks Glass; Speaks to Agent & Tiger’s Settlement Negotiations
Written on August 23, 2010 at 23:16, by HTTN
Willie Mitchell Breaks Glass During Practice
photo taken by Hosea Cheung
The biggest Canucks news from Monday was of the pane of glass shattered by Willie Mitchell's errant shot. Usually this would not be a substantial story as it’s a fairly common thing for NHL players to do, but HTTN caught this somewhat worrying telephone conversation between Mitchell and his agent, Mike Liut, following practice:
An Open Letter to Rogers – Re: Sportsnet One
Written on August 23, 2010 at 10:44, by HTTN
by HTTN's Hamilton based writer - James Scarfone
Dear Rogers Communications:
You should know that the launching of Sportsnet One has been one of your worst business decisions to date.
Canucks Captaincy Debate – The Clear Choice
Written on August 20, 2010 at 08:56, by HTTN
On Wednesday, I wrote this unbiased post on who should be the Canucks’ captain for the 2010-11 season and onwards. With all the tweets and people weighing in with their thoughts, I realized that I wanted to make a case for my favourite of the two options.
Canucks Captaincy Debate: Choice Between Two
Written on August 18, 2010 at 10:13, by HTTN
In the Canucks’ annual post-Chicago press conference, Mike Gillis laid out the following goals for the off-season:
1. Bolster line-up – adding players through the entry draft, trades, or free agency; defense being the main focus.
2. Evaluate the Canucks’ coaching staff.
3. Re-evaluate Roberto Luongo’s situation and figure out if the team can manage him more effectively