The Canucks haven't made the playoffs in 4 seasons. Given the fairweather nature of the fanbase here I actually understand why the owners would favour a team more competitive now rather than hording draft picks and continuing to "be patient". Not sure how long rebuilds are supposed to last in today's NHL but I can see 4 years out being long enough before you'd want to see some results. They do already have some good young talent and at least on paper they've strengthened the team around them. I think they'll be a lot more competitive with this roster.
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A few weeks after crashing head-first into the boards (denting his helmet and being unable to move for a little while) following a hit from behind by Bob Errey, the Calgary Flames player explains:
"I was like Christ, lying on my back, with my arms outstretched, crucified"
-- Frank Musil - Early January 1994
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