“He really appreciates the fact that when he comes to the rink, it’s a privilege to play the game. He’s a guy that loves the game and wants to get better and wants to win.”
Pittsburgh Penguins in need of tightening up on defense:
Penguins have given up 40 (vs NYR) & 50 (vs EDM) shots already this season. #Canucks aren’t a volume shooting team, but against a permissive team that played last night, feels like opportunity is knocking tonight. Then again, Pens likely to tighten up after getting torched by…
“Really excited to have my family out on the ice and enjoy the moment with them and to have my teammates behind me…We want to try and put a good game together and try to get a win with it.”
One way for Elias Pettersson to ease drama? Play better.
Rick Tocchet: “We have a plan. I don't want to burn him out, but there's going to be times he's going to have to work (extra) on his game. We’ve got to lead the charge when it comes to that.” https://t.co/dYXbx5pE37
Head Coach Rick Tocchet and players adding stuff in tonight’s game. Will we notice?
“We worked on some d-zone stuff. Foote put a really good video today about protecting the ice better in front of our net. It was really clear and guys took it in practice and applied it.”
"I think internal competition has helped. It’s a close group. The new guys and the young guys have really fit in well. I know it’s only been 3 weeks but you can see the gel."
🗣 Hear from Head Coach Rick Tocchet following the final practice before the regular season. pic.twitter.com/PPQuuThc4n
Arshdeep Bains could play Frisay, Oct 11/24 against Philadelphia:
Rick Tocchet on Arshdeep Bains being sent down to the AHL: He had a really good camp. And could be back soon. He won’t be in the line up tomorrow but could be back up for Friday.#Canucks
Patrik Allvin Vancouver Canucks GM speaks on a couple days prior to 2024-25 Season Opener:
“We’re happy how training camp had gone. I think the new guys have integrated really well with the team and the coaches. We’ve prepared ourselves really well for opening night.”