Yesterday's news conference and announcement was fun and busy.

The Vancouver Sun The Vancouver Province

Listen to Mike Gillis 1:
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Listen to Ryan 1:
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Canuck fans have been very supportive:

Ryan, just heard the news today, what a great move for the Canucks and our city. You will do a great job and I know many, many fans will be so proud to have you back involved with the team. You represent everything that's good about the game. Both Tina and I are so happy for you.

Rob

Congratulations on your new position as assistant coach with Vancouver.
I know you will do a great job. I am now a Canuck fan!!!!

Mark

I just wanted to congratulate you on your recent hiring with the Vancouver Canucks...you certainly deserve it. I guess that means that you won't be able to give any more motivational speeches to the Habs ;o). Best of luck with your new challenge...never give up.

Steve

Good Morning Ryan, just heard the news on the radio, congratulations on your new career in coaching.
I know that you will bring passion, commitment and leadership to Vancouver, while providing a great role model. All the best, Good Luck,

Jim

Hi Ryan, congrats on becoming an assistant coach with the Canucks. You will be a great asset to the team. I am happy for you and the Canucks.

Bob

Congratulations on your appointment! As a huge Canuck fan I couldn't be happier. Randy

I just heard on the Team 1040 of your appointment as Assistant Coach of the Vancouver Canucks. I wish to personally congratulate you and wish you much success and at the same time wish to commend the Vancouver Canucks Management for hiring you.

Bill

Congratulations! I was so pumped to hear that you are the new assistant coach! Just awesome... I heard Mike Gillis talk the other day about how he wanted to start building an organization with character, from people within the organization to draft picks, so I think it's a real testament to your character that you were hired. Anyway, congratulations again.

Danny

Just found out about your new gig, and I wanted to add my Congrats to what I'm certain is an already very long list. They made a great choice and I'm excited for you!!!!

Bill

I know I am not the first nor will I be that last to congratulate you as being selected as an assistant coach of the Canucks. As a member of the Canuck Alumni it is a true pleasure to see a fellow member being hired by the Canucks, especially in and for such a crucial position.

Doug