The Bench Bosses are revealed! The Canucks have filled out the rest of the coaching staff next season, so Matt and Blake weigh in on the promotion of the Sedins and former skills coach Yogi Švejkovský. We hear from Head Coach Rick Tocchet at yesterday’s media availability and try to unveil the thinking of the organization. The guys tackle what this may mean for the special teams, and how it impacts the momentum they had coming out of this season. The Province’s Patrick Johnston stops by as well,...
Jun 06, 2024•1 hr 47 min•Ep. 839
It might be the start of June but the Canucks are still making news, so lots for the guys to talk about. The team announced changes to their coaching staff today, so Matt and Blake discuss what that means to Rick Tocchet’s bench, and maybe the PP as well. Plus, their reaction to reports of Ian Cole moving on, and the poll question on whether the Canucks should overpay to get any of their free agents locked up. Daily Faceoff’s Frank Seravallli stops by to reveal he doesn’t think the Canucks will ...
Jun 05, 2024•1 hr 49 min•Ep. 838
The Oilers-Canucks rivalry seems to be growing, long after the series has ended, as Matt and Blake react to a scathing rant by HNIC analyst Luke Gazdic. The guys get into the role of national media versus regional, and what fans look for in their hockey coverage. Also, they guys kick around the Martin Necas rumours, and how the Canucks stack up vs the teams that are supposedly involved. Just by chance, it happened to be the usual day for longtime HNIC executive producer John Shannon to join the ...
Jun 04, 2024•1 hr 41 min•Ep. 837
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Jun 03, 2024•1 hr 54 min•Ep. 836
The off-season roster construction continues for Canucks, and the Martin Necas sweepstakes are heating up too, so Matt and Blake go over the cost of acquisition for the scoring winger and if a Hronek-Necas trade would even make sense for Vancouver. Plus, with the Oilers-Stars into a best-of-3, are Canucks fans cheering against Edmonton? Daily Faceoff’s Frank Seravalli makes his weekly appearance to discuss his own comments about the market of Vancouver, but also Elias Pettersson’s post-season co...
May 31, 2024•2 hr 1 min•Ep. 835
The Canucks defence corps is in the spotlight today, as Matt and Blake wonder aloud who will, and who should, patrol the right side of Quinn Hughes’ pairing. The Canucks face big decisions on Flip Hronek and Nikita Zadorov, but there are other fish in the sea that might work just as well, and maybe one of them is Chris Tanev? Patrick Johnston stops by with his own opinions on the matter, plus he looks at the Canucks coaching staff for next season and who could replace Mike Yeo as an assistant. N...
May 30, 2024•2 hr 5 min•Ep. 834
Should they stay or should they go?! On today’s show, Matt and Blake drill deeper into the possible free agent departures from the Canucks, from RFA’s like Hronek to the UFA’s like Zadorov, Joshua and Lindholm. Frank Corrado weighs in on if the Canucks showed enough to run it back like they were, or saw enough holes to make changes. He also weighs in on the Elias Pettersson injury announcement, and on if that was considered standard or out of the norm. Plus, Frank has heated opinions on the “bea...
May 29, 2024•2 hr 9 min•Ep. 833
Trade scenarios galore on today’s show as Matt and Blake explore the possible paths to Canucks changes and improvements for next season. Given Elias Pettersson’s struggles this season and his contract lacking a NMC, is that even a remote possibility? Rink Wide: Vancouver host Jeff Paterson then weighs in with opinions of his own on the Canucks choices of focus, whether it’s wing or centre or right-handed defence. Jeff gets into the team's needs, especially within Rick Tocchet’s system, and gives...
May 28, 2024•1 hr 46 min•Ep. 832
One week after the end of the season for the Canucks, Matt and Blake take a further look at the off-season choices ahead, including the possibility of a short-term deal for Filip Hronek? And how different will the rest of the defence corps look, especially with reported contract offers already rejected by Nikita Zadorov? Then John Shannon stops by with his review on the Pettersson injury claims, and the Canucks' reaction to it, not to mention their heightened bar of success. Plus, John outlines ...
May 27, 2024•1 hr 57 min•Ep. 831
The Canucks GM and Coach have spoken, and Matt and Blake were listening to every word. Hear the key points from the newsmakers, and get the reaction from Matt and Blake, not to mention Rink Wide: Vancouver host Jeff Paterson and Patrick Johnston . The gang looks at the bar of success being moved by the coaches and management, not just the fans, and the willingness of both Allvin and Tocchet to fix their own errors from the past season, and make the changes needed for next season. Then they get d...
May 24, 2024•2 hr 33 min•Ep. 830
Locker cleanout day for the Canucks! The entire roster met with the media today, so lots of emotion and many a quote to break down for Matt and Blake. The guys hear from players like Myers, Lindholm, Zadorov and Joshua on their futures, and whether they want to be back with the team. Injuries took centre stage too, so a full look at the comments of Demko, Pettersson, Boeser and Hronek on the extent of their ailments, whether real or perceived. Sara Civian of Bleacher Report & Elite Prospects...
May 23, 2024•2 hr 34 min•Ep. 829
The off-season begins! After spending a day to lick the proverbial wounds, Matt and Blake begin the long task of looking at what’s next for the Canucks heading into next season. The guys look at who on the roster needs to stay and go, and which UFA’s are most deserving of another contract. Frank Corrado stops by with his final thoughts on the series, where the Canucks went wrong, and he reveals what the team needs to do to put themselves back in this position next season. Then the guys are joine...
May 22, 2024•2 hr 30 min•Ep. 828
After a loss to the Oilers in Game 7, the Canucks season is over, so Matt and Blake have a lot to discuss! The guys go over what went wrong in the nerve-racking final game, and where things could have changed. They’re joined by former Canucks coach and player Marc Crawford and then the Daily Faceoff’s Frank Seravalli , with both addressing the injuries, the holes in the roster, and the questions swirling around Elias Pettersson and Quinn Hughes. They also get around to some of the great stories ...
May 21, 2024•1 hr 42 min•Ep. 827
The Vancouver Canucks didn't go down without a fight, but ultimately fell short in Game 7 of Round 2, falling 3-2 to the Edmonton Oilers to put an end to their season. Matt and Blake recap it all, as the Oilers advanced to the Western Conference Final. Matt and Blake recap it all on the final PLAYOFF POST-GAME of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Presented by @ApplewoodAutoGroup . Follow us on social . Thank you to our sponsors: bet365 | Whatever the moment, it's Never Ordinary at bet365. Download ...
May 21, 2024•27 min•Ep. 826
HOLIDAY SPECIAL: Game 7 edition! Canucks vs Oiler pregame setup with Matt and Blake as they reflect on the Brock Boeser health news and what it means for the Canucks heading into their biggest game of the season. They look at the history of Game 7’s for the Canucks and the Oilers, and get you all the comments from players as they get ready to play one of the biggest games of their careers. Rink Wide: Vancouver host Jeff Paterson stops by from the rink, right after speaking with the coach and pla...
May 20, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 825
The Canucks had their lunch handed to them in Game 6, as the Edmonton Oilers trounced them in a 5-1 victory to force a Game 7 on Saturday night. Frank Corrado joins Matt Sekeres as a special co-host to recap this edition of a special Sekeres & Price PLAYOFF POST-GAME show. Presented by Applewood Auto Group Follow us on social . Thank you to our sponsors: bet365 | Whatever the moment, it's Never Ordinary at bet365. Download the App today & use Promo Code VANBONUS Great Clips | It’s Gonna ...
May 19, 2024•21 min•Ep. 824
Rick Tocchet's new line combinations paid off, as the Canucks put in a full team effort to beat the Edmonton Oilers in Game 5. From a stellar penalty kill that killed off all five Oilers penalties to J.T. Miller's clutch go-ahead goal with 33 seconds remaining, Phil "baby legs Di Giuseppe scoring after the birth of his child and Elias Pettersson playing much better, there were NO PASSENGERS! Frank Seravalli from the Daily Faceoff chimes on the series so far, Miller's maturation, the Canucks shut...
May 17, 2024•2 hr 6 min•Ep. 823
The Vancouver Canucks took a 3-2 series lead over the Edmonton Oilers thanks to J.T. Miller's go-ahead goal with 33 seconds remaining in the 3rd to win 3-2! Matt and Blake recap it all in our PLAYOFF POST-GAME show. Presented by Applewood Auto Group Follow us on social . Thank you to our sponsors: bet365 | Whatever the moment, it's Never Ordinary at bet365. Download the App today & use Promo Code VANBONUS Great Clips | It’s Gonna Be Great GRETA Bar Vancouver | Our Home For Food, Drinks &...
May 17, 2024•22 min•Ep. 822
The best-of-3 begins! Canucks versus Oilers hits the turbo button tonight so Matt and Blake have you covered with the very latest from the morning skate. Lineup adjustments aplenty, so we hear from both Nils Höglander and Vasily Podkolzin, and the guys get into the new line combos as well, and debate the merits of Elias Pettersson now playing on the wing. Frank Corrado joins again, and breaks it all down as well, including the Canucks’ defensive efforts so far versus McDavid and Draisaitl, plus ...
May 16, 2024•2 hr 6 min•Ep. 821
The Canucks and Oilers have been reduced to a best-of-3 series as the Canucks drop Game 4 in Edmonton, so there’s adjustments aplenty to discuss for Matt and Blake. The guys go over what went wrong on the ice, they debate the coach’s pointed comments after the game, and try to figure out the enigma of Elias Pettersson. (2:16) Former Canucks head coach Marc Crawford (1:04:33) returns for another breakdown of the game, talks about the troubles with Draisaitl and the successes vs McDavid, the absen...
May 15, 2024•2 hr 3 min•Ep. 820
It was a roller-coaster finish for the Vancouver Canucks, as the Edmonton Oilers beat them by a score of 3-2 to take Game 4 of the series (2-2). Matt and Blake recap it all in our latest PLAYOFF POST-GAME podcast. Thank you to our sponsors: bet365 | Whatever the moment, it's Never Ordinary at bet365. Download the App today & use Promo Code VANBONUS Great Clips | It’s Gonna Be Great GRETA Bar Vancouver | Our Home For Food, Drinks & Watching The Game Help Stars Here | https://helpstartsher...
May 15, 2024•23 min•Ep. 819
GAMEDAY: Game 4 vs the Oilers! Canucks try to take a 3-1 series lead on the back of Arturs Silovs, while the Oilers throw a curveball with Calvin Pickard. Matt and Blake go over all the certain lineup changes on both sides and some of the suspected changes as well. Are the Oilers being outcoached by Rick Tocchet so far in the series? (2:59) The guys are joined by The Province’s Patrick Johnston , (45:38) who weighs in on the goaltending discrepancies in the series, Silovs, and the possible timel...
May 14, 2024•1 hr 52 min•Ep. 818
Game 3 chaos, as Canucks take a 2-1 series lead and the bad blood boils over in the aftermath of the win! Matt & Blake take a look back at the game that was and how the Canucks were able to make it happen, plus they address the media buzz around the officiating in the series and the supplemental discipline to Carson Soucy. (3:13) Jeff Paterson joins (1:02:32) and talks about Boeser’s scoring touch, Silovs’ goaltending heroics vs. Skinner’s struggles, and the battle of the special teams as we...
May 13, 2024•2 hr 16 min•Ep. 817
The Vancouver Canucks escaped Game 3 in Edmonton with a 4-3 victory over Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl and company. Arturs Silovs was sensational with 42 saves while Brock Boeser and Elias Lindholm both notched a pair of goals. Matt and Blake recap it all on a special PLAYOFF POST-GAME recap. Presented by Applewood Auto Group. Follow us on social . Thank you to our sponsors: Ben Moss Jewellers | Shop Ben Moss Jewellers bet365 | Whatever the moment, it's Never Ordinary at bet365. Download the Ap...
May 13, 2024•27 min•Ep. 816
Matt and Blake break down the Oilers' 4-3 overtime win over the Vancouver Canucks in Game 2 to even the series at 1-1 with Game 3 going Sunday in Edmonton. Presented by Applewood Auto Group. Follow us on social . Thank you to our sponsors: Ben Moss Jewellers | Shop Ben Moss Jewellers bet365 | Whatever the moment, it's Never Ordinary at bet365. Download the App today & use Promo Code VANBONUS Great Clips | It’s Gonna Be Great GRETA Bar Vancouver | Our Home For Food, Drinks & Watching The ...
May 11, 2024•25 min•Ep. 815
GAMEDAY: Canucks try to hold serve in Game 2 versus the Oilers and keep the home-ice advantage. Matt and Blake monitor the latest from the morning skate and get you up to date on the lineups for both sides, including any surprise changes in goal. (26:25) Daily Faceoff’s Frank Seravalli stops by with the guys for an injury update on Thatcher Demko and Leon Draisaitl, plus, a look at the coaching matchup in this series and the candidates for a new hero in Game 2. (56:36) Then the guys check in wit...
May 10, 2024•2 hr 6 min•Ep. 814
The Comeback Kids do it again! After the big Game 1 win versus the Oilers, Matt and Blake have plenty to chat about and look ahead to with so much of the series left. The guys go over the goaltending question marks of both teams, and whether the stories of the opener are sustainable for the rest of the series. (3:00) Marc Crawford (43:13) breaks down the X’s and O’s of the win, the Canucks' defending of McDavid and Draisaitl, the depth players showing up for the Canucks, and the decision to leav...
May 09, 2024•1 hr 46 min•Ep. 813
What a comeback! Matt and Blake recap a HUGE 5-4 comeback win for the Vancouver Canucks in Game 1 of their Round 2 series against the Edmonton Oilers. Presented by Applewood Auto Group. Follow us on social . Thank you to our sponsors: Ben Moss Jewellers | Shop Ben Moss Jewellers bet365 | Whatever the moment, it's Never Ordinary at bet365. Download the App today & use Promo Code VANBONUS Douglas Mattress | Named Canada's Best Mattress Great Clips | It’s Gonna Be Great GRETA Bar Vancouver | Ou...
May 09, 2024•22 min•Ep. 812
Game 1 is here! Canucks and Oilers has finally arrived, as the last second-round series FINALLY begin. Matt and Blake go over all the last-minute storylines including the return to the ice of Elias Pettersson after an illness, the rest of the team health update, plus they give their series predictions. (2:20) Ryan S. Clark joins the show to discuss his brave prediction, and to explain why he was the only ESPN analyst (out of 24) to choose the Canucks to advance to the Conference Final. (1:00:15)...
May 08, 2024•1 hr 56 min•Ep. 811
Just like old times, it feels like it’s the Canucks vs the World again in the NHL Playoffs as the Canucks don’t have much popular support to win the series. Matt and Blake take a look at the reaction around the league and what it’ll need to look like for the Canucks to win the series. (2:03) Also, the guys get the latest from practice as there was a notable player missing, with just one day left before Game 1. Former Canuck Mason Raymond stops by to walk down memory lane and talk about playing p...
May 07, 2024•2 hr 5 min•Ep. 810
