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Canucks Talk

Jamie Dodd and Canucks Reporter Thomas Drance combine to bring you the most comprehensive Canucks coverage in Vancouver. They dive into all the issues that matter for any diehard Canucks fan. Plus, hear exclusive interviews from the players and the team to stay up to date all season long.
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Episodes

Woodley on Canucks Goalie Situation Next Season

Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Thomas Drance host. InGoal Magazine and NHL analyst Kevin Woodley joins the show. Kevin talks re-signing Zadorov and Lindholm. The guys discuss the Canucks goalie situation heading into next season. Woodley talks Skinner vs Bobrovsky in the Cup Final and his thoughts heading into the series. Hockey PDOcast host Dimitri Filipovic joins the show. Dim weighs in on the Stanley Cup Final matchups and the guys draft Centers to shut-down McDavid. This podcast is produced by Lina ...

Jun 07, 202449 min

Deep Dive on Re-signing Lindholm and Zadorov

Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Thomas Drance recap the latest from Elliotte Friedman. Friedman is reporting the latest on Lindholm and Zadorov re-signing. What's a fair price for Zadorov? The guys discuss what line fits would look like with Lindholm and Zadorov. If there are other 3rd line centers the Canucks could sign, should they pass on Lindholm? Josh and Drance discuss the Canucks top prospects in the organization. Players include Raty, Sasson, Pettersson, Silovs, Willander, and Lekkerimaki. This p...

Jun 07, 202448 min

Zadorov Rumours & the Curious Case of Hronek

Thomas Drance hosts solo. Iain MacIntyre reports that the Canucks are potentially close to deals with pending UFA's, Dan Millstein tweets, "fake news". What's going on? Drance reviews this clubs approach and priorities when filling out the current roster. Is Zadorov the the 'template defenceman' for the Canucks? Drance explains the path for the Canucks to succeed. Brendan Batchelor joins the show. The guys discuss the case of Filip Hronek, and what avenues the Canucks can take with him. This pod...

Jun 06, 202449 min

Lekkerimaki in the Show?

Sportsnet's Jason Bukala joins Jamie and Thomas to talk about a couple of Canucks prospects in Josh Bloom and Jonathan Lekkerimaki. He admits that signing Chandler Stephenson would be a good fit with Lekkerimai and Elias Pettersson. Afterwards, they talk about the Canucks unwillingness to take a step back next season and compare the current Cup finalists with what the Canucks have to do to get there. This podcast is produced by Lina Setaghian The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are ...

Jun 05, 202449 min

The Crossover Talks Coaching Changes

Jamie Dodd and Thomas Drance are joined by Don Taylor and Rick Dhaliwal for the weekly Crossover. They talk about Elias Pettersson getting backlash for admitting to his injury. They delve into the Canucks' announced coaching changes that include new roles for the Sedins and Yogi Svejkosky. They also talk about Ian Cole opting to test free agency. Afterwards, Jamie and Thomas talk about what fans can expect from Ilya Mikheyev next season. This podcast is produced by Lina Setaghian The views and o...

Jun 05, 202447 min

Replacing Hronek Isn't Light Work

Jamie Dodd and Thomas Drance are joined by Daniel Wagner. The guys talk about how valuable Filip Hronek is to the Canucks and why parting ways with him would leave the franchise in a large hole defensively. Afterwards, Jamie and Thomas discuss which prospects are most likely to crack the Canucks opening day roster. This podcast is produced by Lina Setaghian The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Med...

Jun 04, 202448 min

Internal Growth Is Key For Vancouver

In this edition of Canucks Talk, Jamie Dodd and Thomas Drance have a lengthy conversation about the importance of internal growth for the Vancouver Canucks if they expect to make strides next season. Sean Gentille joins the show to talk about the Stanley Cup Final. This podcast is produced by Lina Setaghian 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....

Jun 04, 202449 min

Budget FA's for Vancouver

Thomas Drance is joined by Ryan Clark of ESPN to talk about their biggest takeaways from the Oilers-Stars series. They preview the Cup Final. Then, Thomas delves into which budget free agents the Vancouver Canucks should be interested in this offseason. This podcast is produced by Lina Setaghian 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....

Jun 03, 202443 min

And Then There Were Two

Thomas Drance is riding solo in this edition of Canucks Talk. He revisits the Oilers win over the Dallas Stars in the Western Conference Final. Then, he delves into the Stanley Cup Final and the matchup between them and the Florida Panthers. Jason Demers joins Thomas to further analyze the Cup Final matchup. This podcast is produced by Lina Setaghian 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....

Jun 03, 202453 min

Zickel Talks C's Baseball and Canucks Have to Explore All Options

Jamie and Bik are LIVE at Rogers Field at Nat Bailey Stadium! Vancouver Canadians play by play man Tyler Zickel joins the show. The guys talk C's start to the season. What should management do with Boeser? Is he or Hronek a core guy? "Guys naming dude's" Timberwolves edition. The guys continue to discuss the flexibility of moving Boeser. This podcast is produced by Lina Setaghian The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the...

May 31, 202448 min

Batch on Hronek, Boeser’s Trade Value & Big Summers

Jamie and Bik are LIVE at Rogers Field at Nat Bailey Stadium! The guys discuss a potential Tyler Myers deal. What would a Brock Boeser extension look like, and when should the Canucks try to sign him? Brendan Batchelor joins the show. The guys discuss Filip Hronek and the Canucks options. Batch suggests finding a low rent Hronek and allocate the money elsewhere. More right handed options than we normally see this offseason. What should the Canucks do with Boeser? Batch suggests his trade value i...

May 31, 202450 min

Kraken Hire Bylsma, Acquiring a Top Player, & Solving Top 6 Issues

Alison Lukan, covers the Seattle Kraken for Root Sports joins the show. Alison talks Dan Bylsma hire, a different coaching approach for the Kraken, and the NHL Playoffs. Sat Shah joins the show. Sat, Jamie, and Drance discuss Mike Yeo's departure and what it means for the Canucks. Other topics include, how the Canucks can acquire another top player, priorities in free agency, selling high on Nils Hoglander, and what to do with Elias Lindholm. This podcast is produced by Lina Setaghian The views ...

May 30, 202448 min

UFA Timelines, Getting More From Hoglander, & Different Flavours

Jamie and Drance are in full offseason mode. Are Quinn Hughes and Filip Hronek the same as Simon & Garfunkel? What are the timelines for getting deals done with UFA's this summer? The Canucks are at risk of losing their best penalty killers. Another year operating under LTIR for the Canucks. Nils Hoglander will absolutely come up in conversation in trade talks. Can Hoglander be a more valuable piece than he's been? At some point you can have too much of the same thing, you need different fla...

May 30, 202448 min

The Canucks Need to Add Shots Shots Shots

Sportsnet's Jason Bukala joins Jamie and Thomas to talk about the Vancouver Canucks. He outlines how the Canucks really showed that they need more chance generation. He'd like to see them add more speed and offence this offseason. They also talk about finding RHD like Hronek is a tall task. In the final segment, Jamie and Thomas talk about the Canucks toughness and how it should be prioritized this offseason. This podcast is produced by Lina Setaghian The views and opinions expressed in this pod...

May 29, 202449 min

The Crossover Talks Coaching Exodus

Jamie and Thomas are joined by Don Taylor and Rick Dhaliwal for the weekly Crossover. They talk about Jeremy Colliton and Mike Yeo parting ways with the Vancouver Canucks. The four of them also talk about Tyler Myers wanting to return to Vancouver, and Dakota Joshua not being close to a return as of now. They debate whether the Canucks should bring back Filip Hornek. This podcast is produced by Lina Setaghian The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and ...

May 29, 202448 min

We Will Not Cheer for Edmonton

Jamie Dodd and Thomas Drance are joined by Arda Ocal of ESPN to talk about the Stanley Cup Playoffs. They delve into the Rangers-Panthers series. Arda makes a passionate plea to Canadians to not cheer for a "Canada's team" in the playoffs, and calls out the lunacy of the idea of a "Canada's team". Saad Yousef of The Athletic joins the show to talk about the Western Conference side of the bracket. They highlight how well the Stars have absorbed Edmonton's best shots. This podcast is produced by L...

May 28, 202446 min

Big Game Hunting

Jamie Dodd and Thomas Drance discuss the task ahead this summer for the Vancouver Canucks. They talk about what it would take to bring everyone back this offseason and push for the team to go big game hunting to improve this roster. This podcast is produced by Lina Setaghian 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.

May 28, 202451 min

Free Agents Most Likely to Return for Canucks

Jamie and Bik are joined by Sean Gentille to shine some light onto both conference finals matchups and what is at stake for the teams in those series. The guys discuss how the Oilers have immense pressure on them still to perform and get the job done and avoid some big questions needing to be asked if they were to come up short. Jamie and Bik then dive into the pending free agents the the canucks have and who is most likely to return taking into account not just on ice performance but also how t...

May 27, 202449 min

Which Canucks Youngsters Can Step up Next Year?

Jamie is joined by Bik Nizzar live from the Canucks Alumni Golf Classic at Northview. The guys discuss that with all of the pending free agents, which current young players in the Canucks system could take a substantial step forward next year and help contribute to the big club moving forward. Gemma Karstens-Smith then joins the show to continue the conversation on which young players have the potential to step up and what some of the expectations are for the AHL players looking to move up. This...

May 27, 202448 min

Ryan Clark on Canucks Offseason, Pettersson Injury & NHL Playoffs

Breaking News: Manny Malhotra is the Abbotsford Canucks new Head Coach. What's the deal with Jesperi Kotkaniemi? Drance suggests the Canucks need a 'star' to jumpstart their offense. Ryan S. Clark from ESPN joins the show. Ryan talks Canucks decisions coming up this offseason, how close the Canucks are to the final four teams, reaction to Pettersson injury, and the NHL Playoffs. Hockey PDOcast host Dimitri Filipovic joins the show. The guys discuss the Dallas vs Edmonton series, Necas fit with t...

May 24, 20241 hr 12 min

The Whiteboard: Martin Nečas a Fit for the Canucks?

Jamie and Drance analyze the Elias Pettersson injury news. The guys dive into the Martin Necas trade talks, would he be a fit for the Canucks and at what cost? Jesperi Kotkaniemi is in the rumour mill, would he fit with the Canucks? The guys discuss the Canucks options. This podcast is produced by Lina Setaghian 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....

May 24, 202425 min

Allvin and Tocchet's Year End Interviews

Canucks General Manager Patrik Allvin, and Head Coach Rick Tocchet arrive at the podium. Topics include, Patrik and Rick reflecting on the Playoffs, Elias Pettersson's injury, the status of UFA's, upgrading the roster this summer, the coaching staff, communication within the organization, and preparing for the summer ahead. Jamie and Drance react to the presser in the final segment. This podcast is produced by Lina Setaghian The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts...

May 23, 202451 min

Canucks Player's Year End Exit Interviews

Live from Rogers Arena, hear from Canucks players at the podium discussing the season. Players include, Elias Pettersson, Quinn Hughes, JT Miller, Thatcher Demko, Brock Boeser, and much more. Jamie is joined by JT Miller. The guys discuss the season, expectations for the team, taking some time off, Brock Boeser, and more. Canucks Defenseman Ian Cole joins Jamie for an interview. Jamie and Ian discuss the team's growth this season, Canucks coaching staff, playoffs, his consistency defensively, th...

May 23, 20241 hr 41 min

You Can't Fall Too In Love With What You Have

Jason Bukala joins Jamie and Thomas to talk about what the Canucks could and should do this offseason to reload their roster. They also talk about the Canucks' series against the Oilers and comment on the better team winning. They go through the list of Canucks UFA's and debate which ones merit bringing back at their enhanced salaries. Jamie and Thomas preview tomorrow's end-of-season media availability. This podcast is produced by Lina Setaghian The views and opinions expressed in this podcast ...

May 22, 202448 min

The Crossover Discuss Offseason Priorities

Jamie and Thomas are joined by Don Taylor and Rick Dhaliwal for the weekly Crossover. They dive right into the offseason priorities for the Vancouver Canucks. They debate the urgency of signing Filip Hronek. They also discuss their concern over Elias Pettersson's performance in the playoffs. Afterwards, Jamie and Thomas talk about who the Canucks could bring in and elevate the Pettersson line. This podcast is produced by Lina Setaghian The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those o...

May 22, 202448 min

We Are Staying Positive, Canucks UFA’s and Murph Talks Playoffs

Jamie and Thomas look at the bright side of this Canucks team despite being eliminated, the prospects they have in the cupboard and the upcoming UFA’s the Canucks should keep. They are joined by Sportsnet’s Dan Murphy to discuss the Canucks performance in the second round and how the team has changed their narrative from what fans were used to in the past. They also discuss the difficult task at hand for the Canucks in the off season. This podcast is produced by Lina Setaghian The views and opin...

May 21, 202446 min

Rick Tocchet’s Playoff Lineup, Top 5 Canucks Storylines

Jamie and Thomas discuss the Canucks playoff lineups, the top 5 storylines this season including Rick Tocchet’s ability to turn the team around and Quinn Hughes’ Norris campaign. They also look at players who were a hit or a miss this year and which acquisitions were the most rewarding. Root Sports’ Alison Lukan joins to discuss the Canucks performance in the playoffs and discuss the upcoming UFA’s that the Canucks should re-sign. This podcast is produced by Lina Setaghian The views and opinions...

May 21, 20241 hr 12 min

The Whiteboard: This Isn’t A One and Done

In this edition of The Whiteboard, Jamie and Thomas recap the Canucks' Game 7 loss to the Edmonton Oilers and recap the season now that they have fallen out of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. They look to the future and talk about the challenge of building on this success with a lot of moving pieces. This podcast is produced by Lina Setaghian 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 affili...

May 21, 202427 min

Demko's Return Looms Near

Jamie and Thomas are joined by Kevin Woodley of InGoal Magazine to talk about how Demko has looked in practice lately. They talk about Arturs Silovs with a bounce-back spot tonight against the Oilers. Then they finish the show by drafting their Game 7 heroes. This podcast is produced by Lina Setaghian 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....

May 20, 202447 min

The Fans Are Fanning

Jamie Dodd and Thomas Drance unpack the different variations of fandom that have invaded the show's inbox. Gemma Karstens-Smith joins the show ahead of Game 7 to talk about their expectations. They also talk about the emotional blow of losing Brock Boeser. Hear from Canucks head coach Rick Tocchet in his gameday media address. This podcast is produced by Lina Setaghian The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position o...

May 20, 20241 hr 10 min
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