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It is the lineup everyone has been waiting for.

OK, maybe not everyone.

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But those who believe in the Canucks, and some of who don’t, have been anxious to see how this team plays with its big dogs.

They are all in the lineup tonight in a game which looks a lot like a dress rehearsal for the Canucks regular season.

Here are the biggest storylines:

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1. The power play

Admittedly stagnant for months last season, this unit will have the most impact on whether the Canucks actually compete. Or not.

The Canucks are expected to use a 1-3-1 formation again, with Loui Eriksson taking the same down-low, net front position Daniel played much of last year.

The Canucks are planning to move Daniel to the other side of the ice, putting a lot of distance between him and his brother.

Henrik had much to say on this set up, and you can absorb that right here.

“Last year, we weren’t really moving the puck or people. Now with (Brandon Sutter) in the middle, they’re going to have to respect that. It will open up the point a lot more.