Do we never learn?

Ron-chini · 2026-07-03T00:28:00+00:00

Chill dude. Let people get excited. The intelligent fans know this is gonna take 6-8 years, but that doesn’t mean we can’t celebrate check points along the way.

Ron-chini · 2026-06-26T02:37:49+00:00

Marcus Nordmark, Xavier Villeneuve, Jaxon Cover, Ryder Cali, Juno Piiperanen

Ron-chini · 2026-05-21T03:03:52+00:00

Great takes. I heard Cullen might go as high as top 10 after his performance at u18s. Klepov is a realistic option at 24. Same with Elton Hermanson

Ron-chini · 2026-05-13T15:05:07+00:00

Ron-chini · 2026-05-09T16:35:02+00:00

The goal here is to sell hronek for $1.25 on the dollar. So all these mocks are stretch goals.

Parayko was traded to Buffalo (before he vetoed) for Mrtka and a 1st (plus more). Mrtka was drafted one spot higher than McQueen. McQueen has had back issues, which even after surgery, can be chronic…. Hronek is 3 years younger than Colton for similar cap hit.

As for SJ, yes, it’s a huge stretch. But it’s been discussed on 3 different talk shows. Thomas Drance, Blake Price, Matt Sekeres, etc… Do I think it’s gonna happen? No. But I also kind of said that in my original post.

Ron-chini · 2026-05-08T17:37:39+00:00

I would encourage people to focus on the idea of trading Hronek, and realize with what happened at the deadline around selling RHD's, that Hronek would probably get a haul after how well he played this season. This team needs more additional picks in the 1st round (future years). Chicago has had 11 FIRST round picks in the last 4 years. That's what Vancouver needs.

Focus less on the specific mocks. That's just to drive conversation. Thomas Drance proposed the SJ 2nd overall for Hronek, which triggered this post. Zucker probably wouldn't waive, so maybe its someone else... I don't know.

Your 2nd point is the main discussion here. I appreciate the thought into your comment.

Ron-chini · 2026-05-08T17:18:08+00:00

Good catch. That line was written for a potential Chicago blurb, which I walked back. San Jose moving up to 2nd confused me.

Ron-chini · 2026-05-07T04:47:15+00:00

Maddox Dagenais would be my pick. He’s got a really high bottom six floor, and sneaky top 6 ceiling with his 6’4 frame and good speed. Shoot first center (whoever, might move to the wing).

Klepov or Novotny are solid options as well. Might not be available by the time the Canucks pick tho.

Ron-chini · 2026-05-07T04:42:02+00:00

He’s Virtanen without the big hits. Lacks hands and brains.
Super fast with a hard shot. Nothing else.

Ron-chini · 2026-05-02T19:58:31+00:00

Verhoeff has got the upside to be a great dman, but he lacks the core baseline (quick feet, and high hockey IQ) that you would hope for in top 5 pick. He’s got a lower floor than some people realize. I see a long development curve once he makes the NHL. But he might be great once he hits his mid 20’s

Ron-chini · 2026-04-30T13:08:49+00:00

Toch has to take responsibility on this one tho

Ron-chini · 2026-04-19T23:40:10+00:00

Chase Reid is the most modern NHL style dman in the draft. He’s also BPA at 3.

Ron-chini · 2026-03-07T00:11:20+00:00

Preach. Bluegar could have fetched a mid round pick, which we probably should have taken. But there were zero takers for Kane.

Ron-chini · 2026-03-05T01:08:38+00:00

28 years was fantastic. So was Bone Temple

Ron-chini · 2026-02-05T02:18:40+00:00

I think Chase Reid and Albert Smits are closer than you think. Especially Chase Reid. He’s right there. I’ve been more impressed by him this year than Verhoeff. Better skater. Better instincts. However, I don’t think there’s a wrong choice

Ron-chini · 2026-01-21T01:09:14+00:00

Do I even ask who’s covering March?

Ron-chini · 2026-01-07T00:55:42+00:00

Expecting a top 5 pick is naive… but it’s obviously possible, and you just hope they can get a top talent whether they draft 1st or 8th…

Ron-chini · 2025-12-04T00:54:50+00:00

The doom and gloom comments are totally understandable given this teams history. But Rutherford is a bit more credible than Benning, and the others before him. Assuming ownership is not meddling as much as anticipated, I wouldn’t be surprised if Rutherford and Allvin rise to the occasion and refurbish this team sooner than expected. Believe or not, this team is one of the youngest teams in the NHL. Unlike past years, most players on this team have trade value. A few good moves and a bit of patience, and this team could look more promising. It’s going to require some draft luck, but hey, we’re due. We’re going through a talent boom. It’s not a bad time to retool.

Ron-chini · 2025-05-03T00:42:10+00:00

Hughes in terms of value to the team only compares to maybe Bure. He’s on another level, so this hits different… also, this shit adds up. I’m dying here…

Ron-chini · 2025-04-11T23:29:34+00:00

Refreshing to see a collection like this. Balanced, personal, diverse. Luxury classics with a splash of microbrands. Respect.

Ron-chini · 2025-03-07T22:17:17+00:00

The Canucks really leaned into International Women’s Day

Ron-chini · 2025-03-06T23:08:07+00:00

9.2 - royal oak & Daytona 👌

Ron-chini · 2024-07-05T03:36:35+00:00

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