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Canucks Central

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Dan Riccio and Sat Shah have you covered with the most comprehensive Canucks show out there. The only real choice for the die-hard Canucks fan.
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Episodes

Post Game: Shooting Blanks

Sat Shah and Bik Nizzar breakdown the Canucks 3-0 loss to the Nashville Predators. Hear from Head Coach Rick Tocchet (42:25) and Vincent Desharnais (1:26:30) post game. Plus Randip Janda and Iain McIntyre (1:29:30) provide their analysis. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate....

Jan 04, 20251 hr 47 min

Jannik Hansen on Canucks Surviving & Luke Schenn Talks Vancouver

Jannik Hansen discusses the Canucks’ resilience without their top players, the Miller-Pettersson drama, Lankinen stepping up for Demko, and Allvin’s message to the team. Predators defenseman Luke Schenn shares insights on his season’s challenges, the Christmas break, and his perspective on the Miller-Pettersson situation. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position o...

Jan 04, 202547 min

The Open: Goalie Questions and Trade Speculation

Bik and Sat discuss Kevin Lankinen’s rising value, Demko’s injury impact on the Canucks’ goaltending decisions, and Elliotte Friedman’s report on J.T. Miller trade talks amid ongoing Pettersson drama. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Jan 04, 202522 min

Mailbag Friday: Big Picture Trade, New Years, & Window or Aisle?

It’s Mailbag time! Sat and Bik tackle listener questions on a range of topics, including a big-picture Canucks trade, Kevin Lankinen’s contract, the NFC 1 seed race, New Year’s resolutions, and window or aisle? This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Jan 04, 202525 min

Post Game: Another Twist in the Demko Story

Sat Shah and Bik Nizzar breakdown the Canucks 4-3 shootout win in Seattle. Hear from Head Coach Rick Tocchet (22:16) and Kevin Lankinen (1:19:26) post game. Plus Brendan Batchelor provides his analysis. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Jan 03, 20251 hr 24 min

Overrated/Underrated: Allvin's Comments, Sports Drama, & Sat is a Champion

Bik and Sat answer listeners' questions in "Overrated/Underrated". They discuss Allvin calling out Pettersson, the Canucks' performance without key players, the potential of trading a first-round pick, the College Football Playoff, Canada's World Juniors performance, and the week between Christmas and New Year's. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers ...

Jan 03, 202523 min

Landon Ferraro on Canucks Challenges & Shane O'Brien Talks Team Leadership

Landon Ferraro discusses the Canucks’ struggles without Elias Pettersson and Quinn Hughes. Ferraro also emphasizes the importance of managing ice time for consistent player performance. Shane O’Brien joins to weigh in on J.T. Miller, Pettersson & Brad Richardson’s comments about Miller being hard on Pettersson. O’Brien reflects on the intense competition within past Canucks teams, like Kesler and Burrows, and how pushing each other in practice helped elevate the group’s overall play. This po...

Jan 03, 202547 min

The Open: Inside the Canucks’ 2025 Drama

Bik and Sat kick off the show diving into the noise surrounding the Canucks to start 2025. From insider buzz on the Miller & Pettersson dynamic, they break down the ongoing circus and what it will take to shift the narrative. They also discuss trade rumors, weighing the potential returns for J.T. Miller, and how recent roster changes could impact the team moving forward. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts an...

Jan 03, 202524 min

Post Game: Going to Bed Before Midnight

Sat Shah and Bik Nizzar breakdown the Canucks 3-1 loss in Calgary to close out 2024. Hear from Head Coach Rick Tocchet (41:53) post game. Plus Randip Janda and Iain McIntyre (1:13:40) provide their analysis. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Jan 01, 20251 hr 34 min

Schefte on the Kraken

Kate Schefte from The Seattle Times joins the Sat and Dan to discuss what happens with the Seattle Kraken, do they ultimately make a push for a playoff spot. Or is there heat on GM Ron Francis. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Jan 01, 202528 min

Dhaliwal on Canucks talking Pettersson Trade & Woodley on Canucks Poor Play in Front of Demko

Rick Dhaliwal from Donnie and Dhali joins the guys to to discuss Patrik Allvin's public comments about the possibility of trading Elias Pettersson. And Kevin Woodley from InGoal Magazine discusses how the Canucks have played some of their worst games in Thatcher Demko's outings. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate....

Jan 01, 202549 min

JT Miller Is Here To Stay

Dan Riccio and Bik Nizzar dive into the Canucks' critical matchup against the Flames on New Year's Eve, with playoff positioning on the line. Frank Seravalli joins to discuss trade possibilities, roster challenges, and the market for defensive reinforcements as the Canucks navigate key injuries. Don Taylor weighs in on the team's inconsistencies, the impact of Hughes' absence, and whether Boeser’s strong season might earn him a major contract extension. Plus, they touch on Ovechkin’s future and ...

Dec 31, 20241 hr 14 min

The Open: A Calamity Of Errors

Dan Riccio and Bik Nizzar get into how troubling the Canucks blowing the 4-1 lead against the Kraken over the weekend was. They also talk about the challenges the team faces without key players and how they need to get through moments in order to avoid falling off the standings. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate....

Dec 30, 202422 min

Post Game: It Was 4-1

Sat Shah and Bik Nizzar breakdown the Canucks 5-4 OT loss to the Seattle Kraken. Hear from Head Coach Rick Tocchet (41:27) post game. Plus Landon Ferraro and Iain McIntyre (1:24:34) provide their analysis. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Dec 29, 20241 hr 44 min

Post Game: Good Tidings Heading into the Break

Sat Shah and Bik Nizzar breakdown the Canucks 4-3 win over the San Jose Sharks. Hear from Head Coach Rick Tocchet (37:48), Danton Heinen (10:33) and Quinn Hughes (1:03:21) post game. Plus Randip Janda and Iain McIntyre (1:08:10) provide their analysis. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate....

Dec 24, 20241 hr 22 min

Seravalli on Miller and Pettersson & Don Taylor on Christmas Shopping

NHL Insider Frank Seravalli joins the guys and weighs in on the Canucks drama with JT Miller and Elias Pettersson. Plus he discusses the mess the New York Rangers have become since American Thanksgiving. Plus Don Taylor from Donnie and Dhali chimes in on what is never a dull time covering the Canucks in Vancouver. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers...

Dec 24, 202446 min

Post Game: Stuff Getting Made Up

Sat Shah and Bik Nizzar breakdown the Canucks 5-4 OT loss to the Ottawa Senators. Hear from Head Coach Rick Tocchet (45;39), Elias Pettersson (29:05) and Brock Boeser (1:17:15) post game. Plus Landon Ferraro and Iain McIntyre (1:27:21) post game. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate....

Dec 22, 20241 hr 44 min

Mailbag Friday: Dream Canucks Additions, Best Sports Nicknames, & Home Alone

Dan and Bik answer your burning questions about the Canucks, share their Christmas wish lists, debate the best sports nicknames, and settle the ultimate holiday showdown: Home Alone 1 or 2? This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Dec 21, 202428 min

The Open: This is on the Players

Dan and Bik break down the Canucks’ offensive struggles, focusing on the underwhelming performance of the top six forwards. They explore potential solutions to help the team get back on track and reignite their scoring. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Dec 21, 202419 min

Jannik Hansen on Canucks’ Star Players & Offensive Woes

Jannik Hansen joins to discuss the Canucks’ 3-1 loss to Vegas and the team’s offensive struggles since Hronek’s injury. He addresses Elias Pettersson’s dip in performance, noting the challenge of a $11.6M player not producing at his best. Hansen also questions the power play decisions, emphasizing the need to keep the team’s top players together while adjusting the system for better results. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are thos...

Dec 21, 202426 min

In The Booth: 2024 Year in Review

On the final episode of the year, Brendan Batchelor and Randip Janda discuss the biggest Canucks moments, stories, surprises and disappointments from 2024 and look ahead to the biggest questions for the team heading into 2025. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Dec 20, 202450 min

Post Game: Figure This Drama Out

Sat Shah and Bik Nizzar breakdown the Canucks 3-1 loss to the Vegas Golden Knights. Hear from Head Coach Rick Tocchet (43:25) post game. Plus Randip Janda and Iain McIntyre (1:35:39) provide their analysis. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Dec 20, 20241 hr 54 min

Landon Ferraro on Pettersson-Miller Dynamic & Power Play Fixes

Landon Ferraro joins to discuss the Pettersson-Miller dynamic, emphasizing that as pros, they need to work through any issues like in real life. He also weighs in on the Canucks’ power play struggles, questioning why Pettersson was moved off PP1 and highlighting the need for better puck support and retrievals. Plus, Ferraro shares thoughts on Nils Höglander’s potential and the urgency for more production. Later, Scott Wheeler talks about Sawyer Mynio’s progress and Canada’s goaltending challenge...

Dec 20, 202447 min

The Open: Figure It Out

Dan and Sat discuss J.T. Miller’s highs and lows, from his standout moments to costly mistakes driven by trying to do too much. They also weigh in on Elias Pettersson’s struggles and the need for him to step up as a leader and regain his scoring touch. With both stars underperforming, the Canucks must find answers from within. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the posit...

Dec 20, 202427 min

Post Game: A Blown Lead & Trying Different Things on the Powerplay

Sat Shah and Bik Nizzar breakdown the Canucks 3-2 OT loss to the Utah Hockey Club. Hear from Head Coach Rick Tocchet (34:43) and Dakota Joshua (1:17:18) post game. Plus Randip Janda provides his analysis. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Dec 19, 20241 hr 35 min

Overrated/Underrated: Hoglander's Value, Byram's Fit, & NBA Cup

Dan Riccio and Satiar Shah get into what's overrated and what's underrated. Topics include, Nils Hoglander's trade value, Bowen Byram's fit on the Canucks, Provorov's fit on the Canucks, obstructed view seats, The NBA Cup and more! This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Dec 19, 202423 min

Woodley on Demko's Workload & Shea Theodore Talks Vegas

Goalie guru and NHL.com contributor Kevin Woodley joins the show to discuss Thatcher Demko’s workload. Is it too much too soon? How have the Canucks managed his availability, and how has he performed so far? Later, Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Shea Theodore stops by to talk about the team’s season, growing up in BC, life in Vegas, and the upcoming matchup against the Canucks. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the host...

Dec 19, 202443 min

The Open: Canucks Holiday Shopping List

Dan & Sat break down the latest on the Vancouver Canucks. What’s on your Canucks holiday shopping list? The guys react live to the news of Kaapo Kakko being traded to the Kraken for Will Borgen. Who’s still out there for the Canucks to add? This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate....

Dec 19, 202427 min

Utah HC GM Bill Armstrong on his "Pesky" Team and Rebuild Patience

Dan and Sat are joined by Utah Hockey Club GM, Bill Armstrong, to talk about his team's first season in Utah so far, some of the individual performances from his players, and more. Also, hear from former Canuck, Dave Babych, with his thoughts on the current team and what's going on with Canucks Alumni. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. ...

Dec 18, 202455 min

The Open: Reech's Heart Grows Three Sizes

Dan and Sat discuss the Canucks' performance against the Avalanche and how meaningful that game can be moving forward. Plus, they talk about Kiefer Sherwood's impact this season following a hat trick and Thatcher Demko returning to form. Also, they get into the return of Phil Di Giuseppe to the NHL and Reech's caffeine intake as a result of that. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessari...

Dec 18, 202424 min
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