Claim: Despite new talent, including first round draft pick Sid Veysey, the Vancouver Canucks lost in the playoffs in the 1975–76 season and wouldn't have another winning season until 1991-1992.
Evidence: Despite being an 11th round pick, he would have a strong start to his pro career, being named the IHL Rookie of the Year in 1976, scoring 87 points for the Fort Wayne Komets.