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The Vancouver Canucks have lost more bets than games this season, and since they are 12-16-2, that’s saying something.

The National Hockey League team’s stated goal to rebound from last year’s dismal, 75-point season and “stay in the fight” for a playoff berth was based on hope — the belief that a lot of factors would go in their favour. They haven’t.

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Here are some of the hope-bets lost:

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THE SEDINS WILL SUSTAIN THEIR GAME

Hope: Since Daniel and Henrik’s effectiveness was never driven by skating, even when they were winning Art Ross Trophies, the 36-year-olds should be able to at least maintain their game and contribute 60-70 points apiece.

Reality: We’re seeing things from the twins we’ve never witnessed — like pucks bouncing off their sticks, wildly errant passes, even miscommunication. And since the Sedins have lost another half-step, every turnover in the offensive zone turns into a track meet the other way. But, honestly, the brothers’ greatest fault is getting older like the rest of us. They’re still good NHL players, but belong on the second or third line at this stage. The fact Danny and Hank’s ice times have actually spiked upwards this season is an indictment of the scoring depth below them.