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Despite incontrovertible evidence to the contrary, one thing is apparent after watching and listening to the Vancouver Canucks account for this past season. Both players and management are true believers in The Plan.

“When I look at where we are today I’m a lot more optimistic than anytime since I’ve been here,” team president Trevor Linden said.

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“There are a lot of good, positive signs from the young guys and I think that’s why fans should be positive,” Daniel Sedin said Tuesday.

“We’re adding a lot of good young pieces to the lineup,” said Bo Horvat. “I think we’re going to be good in years to come.”

And that’s how it should be. If the players and management aren’t on-board with The Plan, then the Canucks truly are damaged beyond repair. The organization also seems to have its messaging right. Finally. The Canucks now have a future vision for the team. They will promote a reimagining of the organization.