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Originally Posted by blankall
That Kessler/Burrows era team was atrocious. Not just their "tough guys", but also their strategy and style of play. Draw penalties via diving then cycle on the PP. That team was so universally hated that everyone outside of Vancouver was cheering on Marchand as he punched Sedin in the face. The fans were equally obnoxious to the Canucks team itself. It was as though they'd adopted the Burrows attitude.
This team, however, is totally different. I actually like the attitude coming from guys like Hughes and Pettersson. Both seemed to be prioritizing actually playing good hockey to win games. The fans seem different too. A lot more humble, with most taking the wins as they come. As opposed to the previous iteration that would constantly tell you how "elite" various parts of the team were.
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Yup, you can't understate how obnoxious Canucks fans were in those days. You'd see them on the C-train heading to the game when the Canucks were in town. They even out-obnoxioused* Oiler fans. Who knew that was even a possibility?