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Gameday for the Canucks and Lightning, we’ll get you set for that as Matt and Blake take a look at the lineup on both sides, including another chance for Andrei Kuzmenko to get his season going. Also, should Chris Tanev’s latest injury be enough to scare off the Canucks or anyone else? John Shannon stops by for his weekly visit and tries to explain why "Connor vs Connor” is not a nationally available broadcast in Canada, he talks about Jon Cooper’s tenure with the Lightning as well as the stability of a couple other head coaches in the league. Not to mention, the guys ask John’s opinion on Luongo’s ROH nod vs a jersey retirement. Hashtags, E’s and O’s and so much more! Presented by Applewood Auto Group.Follow us on social (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok & YouTube). Powered by The Nation Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt and Blake discuss the Canucks' performance vs Carolina, including the return of Elias Pettersson to multi-point efforts, the usage of Andrei Kuzmenko, whether it's time to trade Kuzmenko, the underlying analytics on this Canucks season 1/3 of the way in, the pursuit of Ethan Bear ending, J.T. Miller tracking Tony Tanti's fine 1983-84 season and the return of Pius Suter. Other topics include the best and worst of NFL Week 14, the Seahawks not measuring up, the Lions brining back their entire coaching staff, and the Blue Jays failed Ohtani pursuit and where they go from here.Jeff Paterson from the Rink Wide: Vancouver podcast stops by to rehash a 4-3 victory over Carolina and why it was an important win, with commentary on the performances from Elias Pettersson, Sam Lafferty, Quinn Hughes, the Myers-Zadorov pair and Phil Di Giuseppe. Jeff talks Kuzmenko, where it goes from here and whether it's time to trade him, as well as options on defence beyond Ethan Bear. Jeff also sets up the week ahead, including w

Weekend sized show today, as the Canucks bounce back versus the Wild and try to get back-to-back wins vs Carolina on Saturday. Matt and Blake recap the Thursday game and preview the Hurricanes, along with a breakdown of some of the pleasant surprises so far this season. With Shohei Ohtani watch on, we get into some of the more amusing reports on the pursuit of the Japanese phenom.Frank Corrado stops by for his weekly visit and the lowdown on how Andrei Kuzmenko is complicating life for his teammates on the forecheck. Plus, Frank’s thoughts on which right-shot defencemen are available and ready to help a team like Vancouver.  Rink Wide: Vancouver host Jeff Paterson joins for his post-game synopsis as well.It’s Friday, so that means we hear from you with another edition of “To the People We Go." Presented by Applewood Auto Group.Follow us on social (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok & YouTube). Powered by The Nation Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast.

Matt and Blake discuss Tyler Myers and his future with the Canucks, particularly given the looming availability of Ethan Bear and what both situations mean for the right-side of their defence. Other topics include Andrei Kuzmenko's slotting on the 4th line (but still on PP1), Nils Höglander's promotion, the Alberta teams coming, and the game against Minnesota.Patrick Johnston discusses the Myers-Zadorov pairing, Myers' future and the right side on defence, including Filip Hronek having to anchor his own pair before being paid. PJ also talks Höglander, Kuzmenko.Rob Williams explains why he doesn't think the black Skate logo/jersey will become the Canucks' primary uniform this season, gives us a preview of Roberto Luongo's Ring of Honour night at Rogers Arena, and chides the Leafs for letting Sam Lafferty go. Presented by Applewood Auto Group.Follow us on social (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok & YouTube). Powered by The Nation Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Ho

Matt and Blake discuss the loss to New Jersey, the Hughes Bowl and another defeat for Quinn against his brothers, why the Canucks have been so bad against the Devils, another Andrei Kuzmenko benching and his future under Rick Tocchet, a tough night for Filip Hronek, the promotions for Nils Höglander and Dakota Joshua, Brock Boeser's continued goal-scoring and Canucks prospects at the World Junior Championships. The guys also talk about Christine Sinclair's farewell match at B.C. Place and her unparalleled impact on Canadian soccer.Frank Seravalli from the Daily Faceoff stops by with updates on international play at the 2026 Olympics, the salary cap, as well as trade talk: is Tyler Myers bound for new pastures this season, Columbus and who's available, Tanev to Toronto?, which goaltenders are on the block and who is targeting them, and why Edmonton is looking to move a former top-10 pick.David Quadrelli from Canucks Army stops by to account for breaking Matt's studio chair before talking Hughes brothers and th

The home cookin’ begins! The Canucks start their 5-game home stand versus the Devils, and it’s Hughes vs Hughes & Hughes. Matt and Blake preview the game, plus, they get into the Jim Benning legacy on the two-year anniversary of his departure.John Shannon stops by with his weekly look at news around the NHL, including the latest from the Board of Governors meetings in Seattle. John talks about the salary cap number for ’24-’25, the Zadorov trade from Calgary and who else might be leaving, not to mention the magic of the Hughes family. All this, plus a brand new edition of the "Welcome Matt." Presented by Applewood Auto Group.Follow us on social (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok & YouTube). Powered by The Nation Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt and Blake discuss the Canucks victory over the Flames, the debut of Nikita Zadorov including his comments on the trade, Rick Tocchet's take on his new blue-line addition, the play of Elias Pettersson and the prospects of a contract extension, the missing pieces to contention, Hunter Brzustewicz's exclusion from the USA World Junior team, and the week ahead for the Canucks featuring a Hughes' reunion Tuesday against the Devils.Jeff Paterson, the host of the Rink Wide: Vancouver podcast, stops by to discuss the win in Calgary, Zadorov's debut, pairing with Myers and comments on the trade, Pettersson's first multi-point night in 12, Allvin's comments on the trade and business to come, the slumping penalty kill and preview the week ahead featuring a Hughes reunion and games against Minnesota and Carolina.Plus, we go To The People and hear from listeners on the Zadorov trade and more! Presented by Applewood Auto Group.Follow us on social (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok & YouTube). Powered by The Na

TGIF (thank goodness it’s Frank Day). After their own breakdown of the Nikita Zadorov trade and the loss to the Vegas Golden Knights, Matt and Blake are joined by Daily Faceoff's Frank Seravalli. Frank reveals how the trade went down with Calgary, and what the Canucks blueline might look like going forward, with or without Ethan Bear. Plus, the very latest on the Corey Perry situation.Dan Milstein also stops by, and the agent for Zadorov, Ilya Mikeheyev and Andrei Kuzmenko shares his view on the trade, and what might lie ahead for the newest Canuck. All this, plus a word or two from you the listener, as Friday brings us another edition of 'To the People We Go.' Presented by Applewood Auto Group.Follow us on social (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok & YouTube). Powered by The Nation Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Emergency podcast alert! The Canucks have acquired Nikita Zadorov from the Calgary Flames! Rink Wide: Vancouver host Jeff Paterson joins Matt and Blake to discuss the trade. A full episode of S&P commences after that, as we had finished Thursday's regular podcast.Patrick Johnston stops by with a story about Rick Tocchet after Wednesday's media availability and how he engaged the assembled press corps on an analytics discussion. PJ tells us about Adam Foote's growth as a coach, tells us about the Canucks' cap situation after the Beauvillier trade, opines on whether they should sign Ethan Bear, and comments on Brock Boeser's season and whether he's back in the Canucks' core.Rob Williams stops by with bad news for Matt and Blake about their invites (ahem) to the Daily Hive XMas party. Rob talks about the vibe at Rogers Arena, Thatcher Demko thanking the fans for "sticking with them" over the last few years, whether Tocchet tipped the team's hand on how they'll spend the Anthony Beauvillier cap space, and thi

Matt and Blake discuss a 3-1 win over Anaheim, the Anthony Beauvillier trade and where they should spend the cap space, Brock Boeser leading the league in goals, the Vegas game on tap Thursday night, Andrei Kuzmenko game after escaping the doghouse, Patrik Allvin's media session, the call-ups of Linus Karlsson and Matt Irwin.Frank Corrado stops by to discuss Brock Boeser's sensational season to date, the trade of Beauvillier, whether Elias Pettersson is injured, and how Andrei Kuzmenko can get on the right side of the coach (and his offseason Bali excursion). Plus, the difference between "okay" and "fine" both at the rink and at home.Canucks Army writer Dave Hall makes his S&P debut with plenty to discuss. Filling Chris Faber's shoes, Abbotsford forwards and defencemen deserving calls to the NHL, Cole McWard's NHL season debut and his game, Nils Höglander finally an NHL player now seeking a top-6 role, the progress of Canucks' prospects Jonathan Lekkerimäki, Tom Willander, Hunter Brzustewicz and Elias Pet

Matt and Blake discuss the week ahead for the Canucks with games versus Anaheim, Vegas and Calgary. They talk about Andrei Kuzmenko's benching, hear from Coach Tocchet by way of explanation, discuss whether he will get to 20 goals, and whether the Canucks should've traded him last year when they had the chance. The guys also kick around the Corey Perry matter in Chicago, as well as Cole McWard's first NHL game this season and the B.C. Lions' off-season, including a big announcement in Victoria on Wednesday.John Shannon stops by to talk about Kuzmenko, Tocchet, Elias Pettersson and Perry. John discusses the Patrick Kane sweepstakes and where the Minnesota Wild go after firing head coach Dean Evason on Tuesday. Presented by Applewood Auto Group.Follow us on social (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok & YouTube). Powered by Go Goat Sports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The weekend recap is here, and lots to chew on from Canucks land. Matt and Blake have you covered from a big win in Seattle to Kuzmenko’s benching to a loss to the last-place team in the NHL. The guys discuss if Rick Tccchet pulled all the right strings this weekend, and what to expect with 3 Pacific division rivals on the schedule this week, plus all the latest from Canucks practice with the line shuffling continuing. Rink Wide: Vancouver host Jeff Paterson stops by with his assessment of what to do about Kuzmenko but also Elias Pettersson, and his struggles to get on the scoresheet. All that plus your takes from the last few days in sport, with the Monday edition of “To the People We Go”! Presented by Applewood Auto Group.Follow us on social (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok & YouTube). Powered by Go Goat Sports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A newsy game day for the Canucks as Andrei Kuzmenko gets scratched for the Kraken. Matt and Blake debate that decision by the coach, and what the changed lines will do for the Canucks as they try to avoid 4 straight losses to Seattle. Kevin Woodley from InGoal Magazine stops by to give his take on the first 20 games, and whether the defence can continue to make life reasonable for the Canucks goalies, especially with the injuries. Also, Kevin talks about the challenges of keeping Thatcher Demko fresh if the team results start to falter. The Daily Hive’s Rob Williams closes the file on the Royal visit to Rogers Arena, and reveals that even with the recent stumbles, the Canucks are still on an historic start to the season. All that, plus your takes too, with another edition of “To the People We Go”! Presented by Applewood Auto Group.Follow us on social (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok & YouTube). Powered by Go Goat Sports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast.

Matt and Blake discuss the Canucks losing 5-2 in Colorado, the sluggish play of Elias Pettersson and Andrei Kuzmenko, the bottom-6 stepping up, injuries on defence, the return of that big-game feel, Ray Ferraro on the colour, whether it's time to shuffle-up line combinations, a spicy encounter for Brock Boeser, a look-ahead to Friday's game in Seattle and letter grades for the first quarter of the season.Jeff Paterson, the host of Rink Wide: Vancouver, gives us his recap of the loss in Denver, opines that Phil Di Giuseppe might have run his course as a 2nd-liner, expresses concern about Elias Pettersson's game ATM, forecasts Nils Höglander's future in the lineup, jokes about Brock Boeser (of all people) getting booed by Avs fans, worries about the health of the defence corps and drops his letter grade for the Canucks 1/4 way through the season.Patrick Johnston tells us that Pettersson is playing through a groin injury, asses who (if anyone) has upward mobility, evaluates Tyler Myers' strong play, calls Di Giu

Matt and Blake discuss Quinn Hughes facing Cale Makar and how both teams are great examples of the modern defence pair. They look at the accolades flowing in for Hughes, from TSN to RDS to statistical comparisons to Bobby Orr. Prince Harry's surprise appearance at Rogers Arena and what that has done for the Invictus Games. Plus Canada's collapse against Jamaica in international soccer.Frank Corrado joins to compare/contrast Hughes & Makar. Frank comments on whether a defenceman could win the Hart or Art Ross in today's day and age, on how his ex-teammate Sidney Crosby would get up for showdown games against top players or teams, on how Ethan Bear would help Vancouver's defence, and on prospect Hunter Brzustewicz, who is lighting up the OHL.Wyatt Arndt, The Stanchion, from our partners over at Canucks Army, joins with his particular brand of analysis and humour. From royals at Rogers Arena to inside the squared circle, Wyatt runs a gamut of topics including Tyler Myers' recent form, Nils Höglander, Phil Di

Matt and Blake talk about the Canucks' 3-1 win over San Jose, whether Quinn Hughes can top Cale Makar as the league's top defenceman, learning to win low-scoring games and the royals on hand at Rogers Arena. The guys also go over the Tim Peel-Mark Spector feud, and the Grey Cup audience, as well as the Monday Night Football showdown.John Shannon stops by to discuss Hughes' genius and Rick Tocchet's work behind the Canucks bench. John tells us why the NHL is going dark two nights this week, why the Stockholm games weren't nationally televised, the Pacific Division strength, the future of East Van's Milan Lucic, and how close the Blue Jackets are to packing it in for this season and trading defencemen.Seahawks beat writer Gregg Bell stops by to discuss the big Thanksgiving Day showdown between the Seahawks and 49ers. Gregg tells us what separates these rivals, evaluates how healthy quarterback Geno Smith will be, and what the Hawks need to do to catch up to San Fran. Presented by Applewood Auto Group.Follow us

Matt and Blake discuss the week ahead for the Canucks (how many points do they need out of 8 available), Saturday's loss vs. Seattle, improvements in even-strength scoring and the penalty kill, whether they should sign Ethan Bear or trade for a defenceman, Chris Tanev's comments last week about not re-signing in Vancouver, and whether there's a mini-window that will get Canucks management moving aggressively.They guys also discuss the 110th Grey Cup, it's exciting finish, the local hero Tyson Philpot catching the game-winning touchdown, the Bombers blowing it again, Marc-Antoine Dequoy's rant, the Als' band of misfit toys and...uh...MVP Cody Fajardo, which brought a mea culpa from Matt.Jeff Paterson, the host of the Rink Wide: Vancouver podcast, joins to discuss Andrei Kuzmenko and guys who have to pick it up, both on his line and with its pace, and other in the lineup (Sam Lafferty, Anthony Beauvillier), the loss to Seattle to Saturday, Sunday's practice, how many points they need this week and whether Bear

Matt and Jeff Paterson, the host of the Rink Wide: Vancouver podcast, discuss Thursday's 5-2 loss in Calgary, and the upcoming game in Seattle. A contract extension for Elias Pettersson, 5-on-5 scoring, a tough night for the stars and Casey DeSmith, Linus Karlsson's NHL debut, and ongoing injuries are other topics. They also talk about the 110th Grey Cup game, Matthieu Betts winning most outstanding defensive player at the CFL Awards, plus a costly Thursday night game for both the Bengals and Ravens.Frank Seravalli stops by from Sweden and the NHL's Stockholm games. Frank gives us the latest in the Pettersson negotiations, muses on whether it will be a short or long-term deal, tells us what teams are selling defencemen, addresses the crisis in Columbus, predicts when we might see best-on-best international hockey and the proposed changes to overtime.Plus, we go To The People and hear from listeners/followers on a variety of Canucks' topics! Presented by Applewood Auto Group.Follow us on social (Twitter, Faceb

The Canucks are in the middle of a busy stretch, but the wins keep coming! Matt and Blake take a look back at the win versus the Isles, the Bo Horvat return, and what lies ahead versus the Flames. Patrick Johnston of the Province returns with his take on the Canucks having the top 3 scorers in the NHL, and what they may have to add going forward in light of the injury to Carson Soucy. Then it’s time for Rob Williams from The Daily Hive, and his take that the Canucks might indeed be Stanley Cup contenders? Plus, was it just the right amount of cheers, boos and tears for Horvat? Lastly, the daily poll question: Is Quinn Hughes having the greatest season in Canucks history? Presented by Applewood Auto Group.Follow us on social (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok & YouTube). Powered by Go Goat Sports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt and Blake discuss Bo Horvat's tenure in Vancouver, what would possess people to boo him, hear from Elias Pettersson, Quinn Hughes and J.T. Miller on the former captain, what Carson Soucy's loss means, the future of Nils Höglander, proposed changes to 3-on-3 overtime, and NFL entertainment value, which has taken a hit this year.Frank Corrado stops by and tells us about the Bo Horvat he knows, as a former roommate of the Canucks captain. Was he too goody-two-shoes? Did he try too hard? Why didn't more teammates follow his lead? Was it always a losing proposition given the incompetency in his midst? Frank also gives us a hot take of what he'd do with overtime.Harman Dayal from Canucks Convo joins and discusses how sustainable the Canucks' great start is and whether that'll matter given the cushion they've built up. He talks about the trade fits of Calgary's defencemen Nikita Zadorov and Chris Tanev. He assesses how much the team will miss Carson Soucy, and muses on whether Horvat or Miller are worthy of the