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Canucks 2 – Predators 1

  Frederick Linsmeyer • May 9, 2011 • Hockey

In a nail-biting six game series, the Vancouver Canucks and Nashville Predators was a battle of the goaltenders: Vancouver’s Roberto Luongo and Nashville’s Pekka Rinne. Game six was no different as only a single goal was the deciding factor in the Canucks’ 2-1 win over the Predators in the Music City.

Mason Raymond opened the scoring for the Canucks early in the first period, followed by Daniel Sedin a few minutes later. However, the Predator’s David Legwand would get his team up within one shortly after the start of the second period.

Rinne and Luongo would both shut the doors for the rest of the game making some great saves. Were it not for Rinne, the series would’ve been over long before.

The Canucks now wait for the outcome of the Detroit-San Jose series which goes to game six on Tuesday.

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Canucks 2 – Blackhawks 1 OT

  Frederick Linsmeyer • April 26, 2011 • Hockey
Alex Burrows

Alex Burrows

It was all Alex Burrows as the Vancouver Canucks have overcome their nightmare and beat Chicago 2 – 1. In a game that was reminiscent of the gold medal round of the 2010 Winter Olympics, the Canucks managed hold the province on the edge of their seats while fighting to keep the lead.

Burrows got Vancouver on the board in the opening minutes of the first period setting the crowd up for a raucous night.

The Canucks had a lot of chances but Chicago goaltender Corey Crawford kept the home team from adding insurance, blocking Burrows again on a penalty shot.

The ante changed within the dying minutes of the third period when Jonathan Toews, shorthanded, put the puck behind Roberto Luongo.

However, Burrows came back and 5:22 in overtime slapped the puck past Crawford ending the post-season losing streak against the Blackhawks.

The Nashville Predators are in town on Thursday, April 28th to start round two of the playoffs.

 

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Canucks beat the Wild, have over 100 points

  Frederick Linsmeyer • March 15, 2011 • Hockey

They are number one in the league with 101 points, 10 more than the Philladelphia Flyers and 11 points on top of the Detroit Red Wings in the Western Conference. The Vancouver Canucks are the first team to reach the 100 point plateau in the 2010-2011 season, a club record. The Canucks achieved this after beating the Minnesota Wild 4-2 at Rogers Arena last night.

The first period was all Vancouver with Raffi Torres, Daniel Sedin and Ryan Kesler finding the net to give the home team a 3 goal advantage.

Defenceman Sami Salo left the game after being hit by a puck while on the ice. It’s not known how bad the injury is.

Late in the second period, Minnesota’s Andrew Brunette put his team on the board after beating goaltender Roberto Luongo.

Mikku Koivu then brought the Wild within one during the third period, but an empty net goal by Kesler sealed Minnesota’s fate.

The Canucks play the Colorado Avalanche at home on Wednesday, March 16th.

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Canucks 2 – Avalanche 1

  Frederick Linsmeyer • January 2, 2011 • Hockey
Luongo on the ice

Luongo on the ice

It was a big night for the Vancouver Canucks as they took on the Colorado Avalanche in the Mile High City.

Alexandre Bolduc scored his first NHL goal to get the Canucks on the board in the opening period.

Colorado’s Paul Stastny managed to sneak one by Roberto Luongo, but that was it.

Mason Raymond, who returned from sitting out the last ten games with an injured thumb, gave the Canucks the go ahead goal in the final minutes of the game.

Luongo made 31 saves on the night in the 2 – 1 victory which vaulted his team into the number one spot in the NHL with 53 points.

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Canada 8 – Norway 0

  Frederick Linsmeyer • February 16, 2010 • Winter Olympics

With Roberto Luongo in net, Norway could do no harm as Canada skated away with an 8 – 0 win over the Scandinavian nation. The first period saw Norwegian goalie Pål Grotnes peppered with 14 shots, while Luongo received 4.

In the second period, Jarome Iginla got Team Canada going followed by Dany Heatley, and with Mike Richards towards the end of the period. A few penalties meant that Luongo had to be on top of his game, and he steadied his ground.

Ryan Getzlaf’s goal in the third period brought André Lysenstøen in to replace Grotnes between the pipes. Heatley gave the netminder a Canadian welcome for his second goal of the game.

Iginla, Eric Staal and Corey Perry added to Canada’s total. A late goal by Iginla sealed the fate of Norway and the fans tossed their hats towards the ice to celebrate his third goal of the game.

Martin Brodeur will be on the ice to face Switzerland on Thursday, February 18th at 4:30 PM PST.

Be sure to visit our 2010 coverage at www.nephrus.net/vancouver2010.

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Luongo gets start for Team Canada

  Frederick Linsmeyer • February 16, 2010 • Winter Olympics

Roberto Luongo during practice for the Vancouver Canucks

Vancouver Canucks goalie, Roberto Luongo, will be starting in net for Team Canada for their first game in the 2010 Olympics. Canada will face Norway today at 4:30 PM PST.

New Jersey Devils’ Martin Brodeur will be between the poles against Switzerland for the second game on Thursday, February 17th.

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Luongo injured, Raycroft up

  Frederick Linsmeyer • October 28, 2009 • Hockey
Luongo on ice

Luongo on ice

A hairline rib fracture took Vancouver Canucks captain, Roberto Luongo, out of the team’s line up late Tuesday. Luongo was hit in the chest during third period in Saturday’s game against the Toronto Maple Leafs, but the pain progressed through the last two games on Sunday and Tuesday.

It’s unknown when the Montreal native will return to the ice, however, Andrew Raycroft, will get the call to play against the Los Angeles Kings this Thursday.

Cory Schneider has been brought as Raycroft’s backup from the Canucks’ affiliate AHL team, the Manitoba Moose.

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Roberto Luongo Contract Update

  Frederick Linsmeyer • September 2, 2009 • Hockey

Earlier today, Mike Gillis, Vancouver Canucks President and General Manager, confirmed that the contract for goaltender Roberto Luongo, has been finalized. The Montreal native’s 12 year contract will last through to the 2021-2022 season.

Luongo boasted a record of 33-13-7 for the 2008-2009 season, including 9 shutouts. The goaltender also holds the record for the second longest shutout in the league at just over 242 minutes; which was achieved during the same season.

Source: Vancouver Canucks

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Luongo contract extension

  Frederick Linsmeyer • August 31, 2009 • Hockey
Roberto Luongo during practice

Roberto Luongo during practice

Roberto Luongo and the Vancouver Canucks have worked out an agreement that would see the Montreal-born goaltender stay in Vancouver for the foreseeable future. Luongo was working with with the Canucks to iron out a deal before the season starts so that any discussions would not interfere with his ability to play.

Rumors state that Luongo’s new terms will have him stay with the team for 10 years with $50-60 million. The Canucks organization will not confirm the amount as per their policy on contract negotiations, but will make an announcement once all the details have been finalized.

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