Synopsis
The midday show on TSN 1040 with Matt Sekeres and Blake Price includes a full hour of solid Canucks' coverage during The Canucks Lunch, 12-1pm.
Episodes
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Jan 24, 2025: Canucks having no fun and providing even less; new depths discovered in dispiriting loss to Edmonton.
24/01/2025 Duration: 01h38minMatt and guest co-host Jeff Paterson discuss new lows for the Canucks after a 6-2 thumping in Edmonton and Corey Perry abusing captain Quinn Hughes. They talk about whether Vancouver can ever get past Connor McDavid's Oilers; nobody having any fun; Brock Boeser encouraging the room to be "good teammates;" Vincent Desharnais' struggles against his old team; and a "must-win" game Saturday against Washington. The guys also discuss the bigger problems with Elias Pettersson's lack of output, a soft trade market for J.T. Miller, and whether there's world where they become sellers at the trade deadline.Dan Rosen of NHL.com stops by to discuss Miller suitors in his neck of the woods (NYR, NJ) and elsewhere (CAR). Dan discusses why those teams want Miller, whether the Islanders would be interested in re-uniting Pettersson with old friend Bo Horvat; and Alex Ovechkin's chase of Wayne Gretzky's goal record as the Russian winger rolls into Vancouver.Rob Williams of the Daily Hive recaps the week on social media between O
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Rob Williams: the social media battle between Canucks and Oilers markets. Is the city sick of this core?
24/01/2025 Duration: 17minRob Williams of the Daily Hive recaps the week on social media between Oilers fans and the Canucks. The big mad response to Conor Garland holding Connor McDavid, and the, uhh, victimhood of McDavid. Rob says the city is sick of this core and that a big trade to salvage the season is getting less and less likely.
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Dan Rosen: Analyzing the teams that are interested in J.T. Miller and Elias Pettersson.
24/01/2025 Duration: 17minDan Rosen of NHL.com stops by to discuss Miller suitors in his neck of the woods (NYR, NJ) and elsewhere (CAR). Dan discusses why those teams want Miller, whether the Islanders would be interested in re-uniting Pettersson with old friend Bo Horvat; and Alex Ovechkin's chase of Wayne Gretzky's goal record as the Russian winger rolls into Vancouver.
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Jan 23, 2025: The Rematch. Demko starts, as Canucks visit Edmonton. Miller watch continues!
23/01/2025 Duration: 01h39minYou've been waiting for it. The Canucks vs Oilers rematch in the wake of the "hold" heard round the world. Matt and Blake go over all permutations from the absentees to Thatcher Demko's 4th straight start and the much needed 2 points for the Canucks! Patrick Johnston of PostMedia stops by and talks about the game and the very latest in the JT MIller trade saga, including his thoughts on whether this just might not happen. PJ also talks about the lack of presence for assistant coach Sergei Gonchar, and if Demko should be playing as much as he has of late. Jason Gregor joins the guys from The Nation Network in Edmonton to preview the game. We hear Jason's thoughts on the suspensions, the statement, the rivalry and whether stars in the NHL deserve different treatment than they're getting. All that, plus some possible Whitecaps player signings finally?
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Jason Gregor: An Edmonton perspective on the suspensions, the rematch and 'the Statement'.
23/01/2025 Duration: 18minJason Gregor joins the guys from The Nation Network in Edmonton to preview the game. We hear Jason's thoughts on the suspensions, the statement, the rivalry and whether stars in the NHL deserve different treatment than they're getting.
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Patrick Johnston: Is Demko playing too much now? Sergei Gonchar's position with the coaching staff
23/01/2025 Duration: 20minPatrick Johnston of PostMedia stops by and talks about the game and the very latest in the JT MIller trade saga, including his thoughts on whether this just might not happen. PJ also talks about the lack of presence for assistant coach Sergei Gonchar, and if Demko should be playing as much as he has of late.
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Jan 22, 2025: Canucks collapse again, Tocchet and Demko looking for answers
22/01/2025 Duration: 01h49minAnother home game, another 3rd period lead squandered, which means there's lots to talk about for Matt and Blake on today's show. The guys listen to the post game thoughts of Tocchet and Demko as the team tries to figure out how to win again, and block out the noise of swirling trade rumours. The guys also explore whether changes are needed beyond the Miller trade possibility, and whether fans want to renovate the Canucks core, outside of Hughes. Former Canucks exec Laurence Gilman stops in to chat about neogtiations for JT Miller, and the GM's that the Canucks are dealing with in particular. Also, LG's thoughts on accepting lesser players than that of Miller, and what wins and losses do to the leverage in negotiations. Then it's TSN's Frank Corrado to break down the latest spell of poor play for the Canucks, and whether the coach is to blame or not. He also talks about the extremely boring style of playt of late, and the uncertainty in the dressing room and what that can do to a team. All that and more, incl
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Frank Corrado: Breaking down the boring style of play of late. Is Tocchet to blame?
22/01/2025 Duration: 19minTSN's Frank Corrado to break down the latest spell of poor play for the Canucks, and whether the coach is to blame or not. He also talks about the extremely boring style of play of late, and the uncertainty in the dressing room and what that can do to a team.
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Laurence Gilman: How do wins and losses affect trade negotiations? An insight into the GMs the Canucks are talking to
22/01/2025 Duration: 21minLaurence Gilman stops in to chat about negotiations for JT Miller, and the GM's that the Canucks are dealing with in particular. Also, LG's thoughts on accepting lesser players than that of Miller, and what wins and losses do to the leverage in negotiations.
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Jan 21, 2025: Demko again for Canucks vs Sabres, plus, Suspension Reaction!
21/01/2025 Duration: 01h54minGet your Canucks vs Sabres preview and a lot more today on the show. Matt and Blake get into the decision to start Demko for a third straight game, the chance for rare back to back wins, and the defence pairs in the wake of the Tyler Myers suspension. Lots of reaction to the suspension as well, as Edmonton goes wild about the non call on Garland at the end of that game, especially with the rematch coming Thursday. John Shannon joins to talk about the league's decision on the matter and to dispel any theories of an anti-McDavid bias. Also, he weighs in on the proposed deals for Miller so far. Cam Robinson of Elite Prospects drops by as well, with a deep dive into some of the names mentioned in a Miller-Rangers trade, spme other likely destinations, and whether the Canucks should be willing to accept less to end the drama. He also updates a red hot Abby Canucks team, led by Linus Karlsson. All that, plus a BC Lions retirement, and the passing of a BC hockey legend.
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John Shannon: Addressing the McDavid / Myers suspensions and the J.T. trade that almost happened this weekend
21/01/2025 Duration: 26minJohn Shannon joins to talk about the league's decision on the matter and to dispel any theories of an anti-McDavid bias. Also, he weighs in on the proposed deals for Miller so far.
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Cam Robinson: Is it worth losing a trade to end the drama? Also, the Abby Canucks are HOT!
21/01/2025 Duration: 17minCam Robinson of Elite Prospects drops by with a deep dive into some of the names mentioned in a Miller-Rangers trade, some other likely destinations, and whether the Canucks should be willing to accept less to end the drama. He also updates a red hot Abby Canucks team, led by Linus Karlsson.
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Jan 20: Canucks beat Oil, Allvin speaks, Miller trade news, Suspensions too?!
20/01/2025 Duration: 01h32minA jam packed Monday edition! After the Canucks surprise everyone vs the Oil, Matt and Blake look back on the game that was, including a fine performance from JT Miller in what may be his final game for Vancouver, and a wild ending too! The guys look into the most recent reported trade scenarios, and whether Myers or McDavid will make the rematch on Thursday after they get hearings with the league. Plus, they look at the comments of GM Patrik Allvin after he meets the media for the first time in a long time. Jeff Paterson stops by with his post game report, talks about the differing games for Miller and Pettersson and gives his thoughts on the Canucks being able to repeat the performance. Jeff also talks about the notable absences from the Canucks charity gala, and the eye opening comments from Boeser regarding his future with the team. All that, plus the NFL weekend recap, challenges ahead for the BC Lions, and the Whitecaps lose out on a prized acquisition.
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Jeff Paterson: Surprising comments from Brock about his future and some not-so-surprising absences from Canucks Gala
20/01/2025 Duration: 22minJeff Paterson stops by with his post game report, talks about the differing games for Miller and Pettersson and gives his thoughts on the Canucks being able to repeat the performance. Jeff also talks about the notable absences from the Canucks charity gala, and the eye opening comments from Boeser regarding his future with the team.
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Jan 17, 2025: Canucks ruled by Kings, Miller on the hotseat
17/01/2025 Duration: 01h44minIn the wake of the latest disaster loss for the Canucks, Matt and Blake deal with a boiling over fanbase, the benching of Miller and Boeser, and how the Canucks might rise from the ashes with still a half season to go. Jeff Marek joins from The Sheet with a few defensive targets that could help the Canucks defend off the rush, and they chat about possible destinations for both JT Miller and Brock Boeser. Then it's Jeff Paterson from TinkWide Vancouver with a deep dive on the game, a disinterested group of star players, a management group that has gone into hiding, and a coaching staff that has run out of answers - especially on the powerplay. All that, plus more Lions news, and the Jays might actually add players?!
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Jeff Marek: Possible D targets for the Canucks and destinations for Brock Boeser and JT Miller.
17/01/2025 Duration: 23minJeff Marek joins from The Sheet with a few defensive targets that could help the Canucks defend off the rush, and they chat about possible destinations for both JT Miller and Brock Boeser.
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Jeff Patersson: Coaches have run out of answers and Management has gone into hiding
17/01/2025 Duration: 24minJeff Paterson from RinkWide Vancouver with a deep dive on the game, a disinterested group of star players, a management group that has gone into hiding, and a coaching staff that has run out of answers - especially on the powerplay. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jan 16, 2025: Test for Tocchet as Canucks face Kings, and the stars look for answers
16/01/2025 Duration: 01h46minAs the Canucks come home to face the Kings, and fresh off a drubbing in Winnipeg, Matt and Blake take a look at what's at stake for the team tonight. Is it a bounce back or the beginning of a spiral downward? They look at the new lines, the comments of JT Miller and Rick Tocchet after the morning skate, and what they expect as many call for a physical game. They also pose the question, will Tocchet be back next season whethere it's his decision or the club's? Patrick Johnston of Postmedia also weighs in on the coach's near future, and whether the coach may know the intentions of management regarding Miller and Pettersson. PJ also talks about the possibility of a practice facility and Erik Brannstrom's AHL prowess. Then It's Rob Williams from The Daily Hive with his opinion of Tocchet's approval rating, his pick for the fans' biggest scapegoat right now, and the likelihood of a Brock Boeser trade. All that, plus the BC Lions learn their schedule, and the Whitecaps are close to an intruguing new signing.
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Rob Williams: Who is the biggest scapegoat in Vancouver right now? How likely is a Boeser trade, given the contract situation
16/01/2025 Duration: 15minRob Williams from The Daily Hive with his opinion of Tocchet's approval rating, his pick for the fans' biggest scapegoat right now, and the likelihood of a Brock Boeser trade.
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Patrick Johnston: What is Tocchet's future with the Canucks? Talk of a new practice facility?
16/01/2025 Duration: 24minPatrick Johnston of Postmedia also weighs in on the coach's near future, and whether the coach may know the intentions of management regarding Miller and Pettersson. PJ also talks about the possibility of a practice facility and Erik Brännström's AHL prowess.