Sean Shapiro covers the Dallas Stars for EP Rinkside, joins the show. Sean talks Stankoven's rise, Duchene's fit, Chris Tanev's play thus far on his new team, Jake Oettinger and all things Dallas Stars. Randip Janda joins Jamie for the hour. The guys discuss Dakota Joshua's production, Arshdeep Bains back in the lineup + who will fill in the vacant forward role going into the playoffs? Jamie asks, "What is going on with Elias Lindholm?" and the guys discuss whether Elias can come back and produc...
Mar 28, 2024•1 hr 13 min
Your daily deep dive into what's up with the Vancouver Canucks. The Canucks have another chance to clinch a playoff spot tonight at Rogers Arena. Jamie analyzes the matchup vs the Dallas Stars, and why they are successful this season. Hear Friedman's latest update on Demko and Lindholm's health. Lineup notes, including Bains in for tonight's game. 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 r...
Mar 28, 2024•20 min
In this edition of The Whiteboard, Jamie and Thomas get an injury update on Elias Lindholm from Rick Tocchet, Dakota Joshua, and Thatcher Demko. We run through the playoff odds and betting odds. 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.
Mar 27, 2024•23 min
Jamie and Thomas are joined by Don Taylor and Rick Dhaliwal for the weekly Crossover. The fellas talk about the Canucks form ahead of their clash against the Dallas Stars on Thursday night for the top spot in the West. They also get into over what fair value is for Filip Hronek, especially since the player has arb rights. Then, Jason Bukala joins the show to discuss Jonathan Lekkerimaki joining the Abbotsford Canucks. They also debate the better matchup for the Canucks; Nashville or Vegas? This ...
Mar 27, 2024•1 hr 13 min
Jamie and Thomas run through the possible first-round playoff matchups the Canucks could be facing, including Nashville and Vegas. They also comment on the inevitability of one of Edmonton or Colorado making it to the West final. They highlight Winnipeg and Dallas as preferred opponents for the Canucks. Sean Gentille of The Athletic joins the show to talk about the Predator's recent success, the Rangers looking strong out East, and Vegas having to integrate new faces after a busy deadline. Final...
Mar 26, 2024•1 hr 7 min
In this edition of the Whiteboard, Jamie and Thomas highlight the things the LA Kings do that make it so difficult for the Canucks to break them down. This on the heels of the team's 3-2 loss on Monday night. They also talk about Elias Lindholm who is officially day-to-day. As always the playoff forecast and betting odds are presented as well. 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 refle...
Mar 26, 2024•26 min
Jamie Dodd and Thomas Drance highlight the play of Conor Garland on the Pettersson line and how when Dakota Joshua returns the Canucks can't afford to reunite that third line right away. They discuss whether the Garland, Pettersson, Hoglander line would be effective in the playoffs. Gemma Karstens-Smith makes her return to the show. They talk about Rick Tocchet's impact on the team since his arrival as he is the betting favourite to win the Jack Adams award this season. Finally, Jamie and Thomas...
Mar 25, 2024•1 hr 9 min
In this edition of The Whiteboard, Jamie and Thomas talk about how the Canucks could be the first team in the 2023-24 season to clinch a playoff spot tonight. They discuss how Tocchet's recent coaching has seen this team continue to get better, and they also touch on Elias Lindholm's absence as he continues to battle through a nagging injury. As always they touch on the betting odds and playoff forecast. This podcast is produced by Lina Setaghian The views and opinions expressed in this podcast ...
Mar 25, 2024•27 min
Washington Capitals PxP man Joe Beninati joins the show. Joe talks Capitals style of play and identity this season. The guys discuss Alex Ovechkin's play, Capitals new core, and preview the Capitals vs Canucks. Jamie and Drance go through Dakota Joshua's potential contract and what it could look like, plus should he be in the top 6 when he returns? Is Elias Pettersson elite? Hear from Coach Tocchet after practice. Coach talks about fatigue/rest, getting Lindholm more involved, and more. Hockey P...
Mar 15, 2024•1 hr 11 min
Jamie and Drance highlight what's up with the Vancouver Canucks. The guys react to the signing of NCAA player Christian Felton. Hear the latest updates on Canucks UFA's from Elliotte Friedman, including Myers, Zadorov and Blueger. The guys discuss potential contracts and a Hronek deal. Lineup notes and playoff forecast. 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 Roger...
Mar 15, 2024•24 min
Kyle Bukauskas from Sportsnet's Hockley Night in Canada joins the show. Kyle talks Canucks vs Avalanche and what the Canucks can take from it. How will the Canucks playoff inexperience impact them? Kyle ranks the Canadian teams in which the country would get behind in a playoff run. Which Canadian team has the best chance to win the Cup this season? Fight at practice between who? The guys discuss Pettersson's play as of late, and if there needs to be a juggle of the lines. Analyzing Pettersson's...
Mar 14, 2024•1 hr 13 min
Your daily deep dive into what's up with the Canucks! Jamie and Drance recap the loss vs Colorado. The game was evenly matched, Canucks have to attack and not sit back with the lead. Jamie shares his biggest concern going into the playoffs for the Canucks. The Canucks have no control over the refs, it's reality. Lineup notes and playoff forecast. 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 re...
Mar 14, 2024•22 min
Jamie Dodd and Thomas Drance are joined by Don Taylor and Rick Dhaliwal for the weekly Crossover. This week they debate whether the Canucks overused Thatcher Demko before his injury, how will Casey DeSmith fair in his place, and what is the right dollar amount to extend Filip Hronek? Hear from head coach Rick Tocchet ahead of tonight's game against the Avalanche. Plus, Sportsnet prospects analyst Jason Bukala joins the show to talk about college free agent season. Will the Canucks dip their toe ...
Mar 13, 2024•1 hr 12 min
In this edition of The Whiteboard, Jamie Dodd and Thomas Drance set up tonight's clash between the Canucks and Avalanche at Rogers Arena. They talk about Colorodo's new additions in Mittlestadt and Walker, and they discuss how you can slow down Nathan MacKinnon. Then, they delve into the team extending Emilie Castonguay and Cammi Granato while promoting Ryan Johnson to Assistant GM. As always the guys look at the betting odds and playoff forecast. This podcast is produced by Lina Setaghian The v...
Mar 13, 2024•22 min
Jamie and Thomas are joined by Jeff Marek as they continue to break down where the Canucks go from here with the injury to Thatcher Demko and touch on the fact that it may be better that it happened now to give him some rest as Vancouver heads into the playoffs. The guys discuss just how competitive the western conference is and how difficult and tiring it will be for one team to make it through the west on their way to the Cup Final. Later, hear from Randip Janda as he joins the show and emphas...
Mar 12, 2024•1 hr 10 min
Jamie Dodd and Thomas Drance open by discussing the call up of Arturs Silovs to the Vancouver Canucks to be the new backup goalie with the recent injury to Thatcher Demko. The guys discuss the possibility of him getting in for a game during this stretch with Demko out and break down whether or not he could be considered to be a permanent backup come next season. As well Jamie and Thomas dive into what a contract extension could look like for Tyler Myers. This podcast is produced by Lina Setaghia...
Mar 12, 2024•26 min
Jamie and Thomas continue the discussion of where the Canucks go from here with an injury to netminder Thatcher Demko and how sustained defensive fortitude is the key to success during this time without him. Kevin Woodley joins the show to give his take on the implications of the Demko injury and dive into how a guy like Demko may only need a couple games under his belt to be ready for playoff hockey. The guys discuss the injury history of Thatcher Demko and speak on whether he's built to be a w...
Mar 11, 2024•1 hr 11 min
Jamie Dodd and Thomas Drance break down a massive win by the Canucks over the Winnipeg Jets in a dominant effort against a Jets team that has deep playoff run aspirations. The guys praise Quinn Hughes for his stellar play and consistent performance night in and out with the ability to have a major impact on every game he plays. As well, they speak on the Thatcher Demko injury and what the future may hold for the team with the cloudiness surrounding the injury as the playoff seeding race continue...
Mar 11, 2024•25 min
Jamie Dodd, Thomas Drance, and Bik Nizzar break down a lethargic NHL trade deadline as the Vancouver Canucks stood pat while their Western Conference rivals all bulked up. The fellas react in real-time to the Vegas Golden Knights acquiring Tomas Hertl from the San Jose Sharks. Jamie runs through the adjusted playoff forecast and betting odds following all the trades. We hear from Patrik Allvin in his post-deadline press conference. This podcast is produced by Lina Setaghian The views and opinion...
Mar 08, 2024•53 min
Jamie and Thomas take you through to the trade deadline as they wait for the Canucks to make a deal before noon Pacific. 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.
Mar 08, 2024•1 hr 36 min
Jamie and Thomas continue the discussion of what could come for Vancouver at the trade deadline and break down how the recent actions of this management group may hint that no massive moves are imminent. Sean Gentille from The Athletic in Pittsburgh joins the show to give the latest on the Jake Guentzel situation and how as time passes, the price on a return for Guentzel may change and not bring the massive haul that GM Kyle Dubas initially wanted. The guys continue to break down how the additio...
Mar 07, 2024•1 hr 11 min
In this edition of The Whiteboard, Jamie Dodd and Thomas Drance discuss Vegas acquiring defenceman Noah Hanifin as they continue to bolster their roster and get better heading into the playoffs. The Canucks will play Vegas tonight and the new additions are expected to be in the lineup. Vancouver's chances to get Guentzel seem to be dwindling with the high price point Pittsburgh has and how many teams are in on getting him. This podcast is produced by Lina Setaghian The views and opinions express...
Mar 07, 2024•25 min
In this edition of The Whiteboard, Jamie Dodd and Thomas Drance break down the Canucks win over the LA Kings last night. A night that saw Elias Pettersson break out of his shell and show his top form. They run through the broadsheet as the Canucks seem to be aggressively shopping ahead of the Friday deadline. They break down the playoff forecast and betting odds. This podcast is produced by Lina Setaghian The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do n...
Mar 06, 2024•21 min
On a day that saw five NHL trades before the conclusion of the show, Jamie Dodd and Thomas Drance broke down all the transactions that occurred. Don Taylor and Rick Dhaliwal join the show for the weekly crossover to discuss the Canucks interests before the Friday deadline. Could Guentzel land in Vancouver? Is Podkolzin on his way out? Will they sign Kessel? Jason Bukala joins the show as well to analyze some of the prospect pieces that have moved today. This podcast is produced by Lina Setaghian...
Mar 06, 2024•1 hr 14 min
Jamie and Thomas are joined by Shayna Goldman of The Athletic to speculate on the NHL trade market. The guys delve into what they expect from the Canucks this week. Then, following a bombshell report, Jamie and Thomas react to the Canucks potentially flipping Elias Lindholm to Boston in a Jake Guentzel deal. 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....
Mar 05, 2024•1 hr 12 min
In this edition of The Whiteboard, Jamie and Thomas talk about the Canucks' $150m renovation plans for Rogers Arena that include brand new black seats (with cupholders). They preview tonight's matchup against the LA Kings. They delve into the lineup notes as Carson Soucy is slated to return. As always we run through the playoff forecast and betting odds. 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 necess...
Mar 05, 2024•24 min
In this edition of the Whiteboard, Jamie and Thomas revisit the Canucks dominant performance over the Anaheim Ducks. They delve into the Jake Guentzel reports as the Canucks are said to be back in on the Penguins forward. However, the price seems to be out of the range of what the Canucks are comfortable paying. They dive into lineup notes from practice. As always, they touch on the betting lines and playoff odds. This podcast is produced by Lina Setaghian The views and opinions expressed in thi...
Mar 04, 2024•20 min
Jamie and Thomas are joined by Pat Brisson, agent for Elias Pettersson. They delve into the process behind signing the 8-year extension and the truth behind what spurred action last week. Dom Luszczyszyn of The Athletic joins the show to break down Pettersson's true value from an analytics perspective now that he's locked in at $11.6m/season. Finally, the guys revisit the Canucks win over the Anaheim Ducks on Sunday. This podcast is produced by Lina Setaghian The views and opinions expressed in ...
Mar 04, 2024•1 hr 15 min
Elias Pettersson has signed an 8 year extension with the Vancouver Canucks. Jamie and Thomas delve into the numbers and what the Canucks will do moving forward now that their talisman has locked in with the team. 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.
Mar 02, 2024•25 min
Jamie and Drance discuss when Pettersson could sign. Topics of discussion include Lindholm, Bains play last night, Podkolzin being called up, and line combinations. Jamie says it's time to get the PP1 unit back together. Former NHL executive Jonathan Wall joins the show. He talks about the process of going through a trade deadline, NHL's rules post deadline, projecting salary cap for next season, Pettersson's RFA situation, Hronek cap planning and more. The guys discuss cap space and flexibility...
Mar 01, 2024•1 hr 7 min