Who’s number one?! Who’s number one?! No seriously, who is the number one centre on the Canucks? With Pettersson’s cap hit now far and away the highest-paid player, Matt and Blake look at the top 2 Canucks centremen and how they compare. Also, are the Canucks done for the summer? The guys also look at The Leaf Nation’s response to our Jim Hughson interview and the burden of calling games in Toronto. Plus, another Whitecaps win and the Open Championship is underway! Rob Williams stops by to talk ...
Jul 18, 2024•1 hr 48 min•Ep. 869
After the Canucks’ signing of Arturs Silovs yesterday, Matt and Blake take a look at the Canucks goaltending situation and how it stacks up league-wide. They go over Jake DeBrusk’s comments on a recent podcast, and how his prior trade demands in Boston may be interpreted here. Then they take a quick glance at a recent draft prospect rankings list, and where Tom Willander may eventually be headed as a pro. Also, a preview of the Whitecaps match and a possible new signing?? TSN’s Frank Corrado sto...
Jul 17, 2024•1 hr 58 min•Ep. 868
The Canucks are back…in the news at least! After Elias Pettersson gives an interview in Sweden and Arturs Silovs re-signs two-year deal, there’s lots for Matt and Blake to discuss on Tuesday's show. The guys look at the cap hit for Silovs and what it means for the next two seasons. There’s news to chew on in the CFL as some ex-Lions get hired to rebuild the Elks. Jesse Marsch says the Canadian men’s team is eyeing more dual nationals to bolster the squad, and a few of them have Whitecaps ties. P...
Jul 16, 2024•1 hr 48 min•Ep. 867
A WILD weekend in sports provides plenty of content for Matt and Blake today. The two local teams, the Lions and Whitecaps, were both dominant winners and continue hot streaks. Plus, all the soccer you can handle from Copa and Euro. The guys also get into a recent poll that shows the Canucks as a “liked" team by objective observers. Former voice of HNIC Jim Hughson stops by to discuss the Canucks season and what he expects going forward, and he talks about what it’s like to follow a Canadian tea...
Jul 15, 2024•1 hr 40 min•Ep. 866
The Canucks announce training camp for 2024, and they’re going on the road! Matt and Blake get into the Canucks calendar for the month of September, and the possibility of moving Tucker Poolman’s contract before then. Plus, they get into a debate on the Canadian lineup for the Copa America 3rd place match, and preview the Lions big showdown with the Riders. Frank Corrado stops by as well, with his takes on summer weddings for NHL players! But also, his view on where the Canucks are right now in ...
Jul 12, 2024•1 hr 57 min•Ep. 865
A lot of history lessons on today’s edition of the show, as Matt and Blake tackle the question of whether Quinn Hughes could join the elite 8 defencemen in NHL history that have recorded 1000 points. They also preview Canada’s historic appearance in the 3rd place match at Copa America, and the Euro final between Spain and England, with the English men chasing their first major trophy in a half-century or so. The Province’s Patrick Johnston stops in to discuss where the Canucks contract talks are...
Jul 11, 2024•1 hr 49 min•Ep. 864
Back-to-back Pacific Division titles? That’s what it is on the line for the Canucks this season so Matt and Blake take a look at the changes made by their closest rivals, and the Oilers specifically, to see how the Canucks stack up next season. The guys also look back on Canada’s failed attempt to slay the giant that is Argentina in the Copa America. How close were they, and can they eventually start to take down a world power like that? Then The Daily Faceoff’s Frank Seravalli joins us for his ...
Jul 10, 2024•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 863
It’s a massive match day vs Messi! The Canadian men’s National Team goes toe-to-toe versus Argentina and we get you all set, with a debate on where this stacks up in the history of Canadian sport. Matt and Blake take a look at the squad and the fans excitement about the match. Ben Steiner from The Northern Futbol podcast joins to discuss the tactics from Jesse March and the likelihood of Canadian victory. Then it’s Jeff Paterson from Rink Wide: Vancouver with a look at the remaining vestiges of ...
Jul 09, 2024•1 hr 41 min•Ep. 862
Who’s the best of the rest?! On today’s show Matt and Blake take the signing of Jake Debrusk out of the equation and look at the new role players on the team and who might be the best value added for the squad. They also look at the new TV deals being signed around the NHL, and start to look ahead tomorrow’s already legendary showdown for Canada in the Copa America Semi-final. John Shannon stops by to weigh in on the daily poll, offer his take on the busy past month in the NHL, and where the med...
Jul 08, 2024•1 hr 43 min•Ep. 861
Summer weather is here and so are the sunny predictions for the Canucks! With Jeff Paterson (Rink Wide: Vancouver) sitting in for Matt Sekeres, Blake and Jeff look at the possibility of newcomer Jake DeBrusk hitting an all-time high in goals and getting past 30 in the new environment alongside Elias Pettersson. Plus, we get Jeff’s final report from Canucks development camp, and the names of a couple players that stood out in that group. ESPN’s Ray Ferraro then stops by for some storytelling abou...
Jul 05, 2024•1 hr 40 min•Ep. 860
We’re having leftovers today on Sekeres and Price, as Matt and Blake take a look at the players that remain unsigned in the NHL and look for any that may fit the bill for what the Canucks are missing. Most specifically, a puck-moving defenceman but perhaps a scorer as well. The Province’s Patrick Johnston stops by for his review on the week that was for the Canucks, and talks about his picks for continued improvement for the Canucks. Then the Daily Hive’s Rob Williams chimes in with his view on ...
Jul 04, 2024•1 hr 45 min•Ep. 859
The Canucks shopping spree seems to be done for now, but still lots to discuss on what’s ahead for the team so Matt and Blake go over the next steps for the team in the wake of free agency. We also hear from Vincent Desharnais, the Canucks last signing of the day on Monday, and fresh off his run to the Cup Final with Edmonton. Then we hear from Tom Willander at Canucks development camp, as he gets set for what might be his final year of college at BU. TSN’s Frank Corrado joins the show with his ...
Jul 03, 2024•1 hr 52 min•Ep. 858
Meet the new-look Canucks as we get into Day 2 of NHL free agency! Matt and Blake walk you through the ins and outs of each Canucks signing so far and how they may fit into Rick Tocchet’s system, not to mention, how Tocchet’s system may change in light of the acquisitions. The guys also compare the roster of last season to the new group and see where there may still be holes to fill. The Athletic’s Harman Dayal stops in for a chat on the free agent haul and discusses where the Canucks may be get...
Jul 02, 2024•2 hr 8 min•Ep. 857
Free Agent Fiesta! The Canucks begin sculpting their team for next season and Matt and Blake have all the details. From the big-name Jake DeBrusk to important role players like Derek Forbort and Danton Heinen, the guys go over the strengths and limitations of each player and how the roster compares to last season. We hear from DeBrusk on why he chose Vancouver, and what he thinks of his former Bruins teammates who are joining him in Vancouver. Rink Wide Vancouver host Jeff Paterson also joins th...
Jul 01, 2024•1 hr 37 min•Ep. 856
Ohhh soo close to July 1st free agency, and the Canucks continue to make news before they get there. Matt and Blake go over all the details of the Tyler Myers contract. We hear from the Canucks defence man as well, and then they tackle the decision to walk away from negotiations with Nikita Zadorov, with comments from Patrick Allvin as well. Plus, they start to drill down on where the remaining free agent dollars could be spent, more on the wing or more on defence? The Daily Faceoff’s Frank Sera...
Jun 28, 2024•2 hr 14 min•Ep. 855
The Canucks are making moves! Lots to discuss on today’s show after Vancouver re-signs Blueger and Joshua and trades away Ilya Mikheyev and 85 percent of his salary cap hit. Matt and Blake go through the two contracts with a fine tooth comb and look at the ramifications of the trade and what it means for the Canucks free agent aspirations, including in goal where Casey DeSmith is back in the conversation. Patrick Johnston of The Province joins in as well, and gives his thoughts on all the moves ...
Jun 27, 2024•1 hr 57 min•Ep. 854
Question marks aplenty for the Canucks as free agency nears for many of their players and still only Hronek and Friedman have signed on the dotted line. Matt and Blake also take a look at a handful of former Canucks that will likely be available on July 1st, and whether any would make sense in a return. It seems quiet now, but Rink Wide: Vancouver’s Irfaan Gaffar stops by (58:00) and tells us what he’s hearing around the Canucks, and whether he believes they’re still in on Jake Guentzel. Plus, w...
Jun 26, 2024•2 hr 22 min•Ep. 853
The Cup run is over, the off season officially begins! Matt and Blake recap what they saw in Game 7 of the Cup Final, and the aftermath, including the celebrations of Roberto Luongo, Paul Maurice, and Oliver Ekman-Larsson. But it’s also the start of the NHL business for next season, and the trades have begun, so the guys go over all the moves to date and what they might mean for the Canucks’ aspirations. Former HNIC executive John Shannon (44:00 min) stops by to review the trophy presentations, ...
Jun 25, 2024•1 hr 45 min•Ep. 852
Another busy show for Matt and Blake as the Canucks off-season is set to hit overdrive this week with the full NHL offseason beginning tomorrow, the draft this weekend, and free agency just seven days away. The guys update all the usual files of Canucks free agents, and then get into some rumours of the day, including the possibility of a Tyler Toffoli return. In addition, the guys get into a Game 7 Cup Final preview and address whether this might just be the biggest game in NHL history. Jeff Pa...
Jun 24, 2024•1 hr 49 min•Ep. 851
Should the Canucks go all in on Jake Guentzel or should they spread the money around in free agency? Matt and Blake discuss the most prudent path to keeping the Canucks near the top of the NHL's pecking order. Daily Faceoff's NHL insider Frank Seravalli stops by to explain Canucks' off-season path of landing a big free agent winger to play with Elias Pettersson. Can they bring back Nikita Zadorov if they're able to move out Ilya Mikheyev? Frank walks us through it all while taking ownership for ...
Jun 21, 2024•2 hr 2 min•Ep. 850
Moving on after the signing of Hronek, Matt and Blake look at the next shoes to drop in Vancouver, which might be a trade of forward Ilya Mikheyev. The guys talk about news that the agent is now being involved in the pursuit of a deal out of town for the struggling winger, and whether the Canucks may have to pay to move on from the contract. Patrick Johnston stops by with his take on salary retention vs a draft pick sweetener in a Mikheyev deal. Also, PJ weighs in on whether Jake Guentzel is the...
Jun 20, 2024•2 hr 3 min•Ep. 849
One down, many more to go for the Canucks front office! The signing of Filip Hronek officially starts the Canucks off season so Matt and Blake take a look at what’s next for the team, and whether there’s more to come for the current crop of free agents. Frank Corrado joins the guys to give his overall scouting report on Hronek and what more can be expected from him over the next 8 years. Plus, he looks at the pros and cons of a Jake Guentzel signing and whether trading for his rights is worth it...
Jun 19, 2024•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 848
Matt and Blake record a special emergency edition of Sekeres & Price LIVE discussing the Filip Hronek contract extension! Then, we get into our regular-scheduled program. The Jake Guentzel sweepstakes will be at a fever pitch soon as we’re inside two weeks until free agency opens, so Matt and Blake have no choice but to react to the latest report that the Canucks will be all in to try and land the prized winger. The guys get into what that level of signing would mean to the balance in the li...
Jun 18, 2024•2 hr 6 min•Ep. 847
A weekend to remember in sports, so lots on the table for Matt and Blake, from Canucks free agent rumours to the Oilers finally rebounding to the US Open to the Lions' home opener attendance record! Rink Wide: Vancouver host Jeff Paterson stops by to take a bite out of the Canucks recent storylines, including the value in possible long term investments in Hronek and Zadorov on the blueline. Plus, Jeff offers a restrained take on what to do with Ilya Mikheyev, and an aggressive one on the Canucks...
Jun 17, 2024•1 hr 59 min•Ep. 846
The possibility of the Canucks trading Ilya Mikheyev begins to take shape, so Matt and Blake take a closer look at that, as well as the other free agent possibilities. Plus, the guys begin a post mortem of the Stanley Cup Final with the Panthers leading 3 games to none, including all the Canucks ties. Then it’s Seravalli time, with Frank’s free agent frenzy foreshadowing! The Daily Faceoff insider gives in depth updates on the various Canucks situations, including retention of players and bringi...
Jun 14, 2024•1 hr 47 min•Ep. 845
A newsy Thursday in June? You bet it is! Matt and Blake chew on a bunch of tidbits today from the Canucks reportedly shopping Ilya Mikheyev, to the availability of Patrik Laine, to the signings of Kaako and Chatfield elsewhere in the NHL. Not to mention, the guys talk about Former Canucks AGM and S&P contributor Laurence Gilman parting ways with the Leafs. Patrick Johnston of The Province stops by and gives his latest thoughts on the Canucks' off-season plan, which he thinks still may includ...
Jun 13, 2024•1 hr 45 min•Ep. 844
Big game hunting? Despite the Canucks having several holes to fill on the roster, today the guys look at the possibility of the team devoting a lot of their cap space to bringing in a true difference maker to the team on the free agent market. Frankie Corrado stops by and gives his opinion on the matter, including his scouting report on the top tier and 2nd tier players. Also, Frank gets into the role of salary cap websites as tools for teams, but also talks about how players use the sites as we...
Jun 12, 2024•2 hr 10 min•Ep. 843
The Cup gets closer to Florida, but Patrik Allvin misses out his chance at a trophy, so lots to chat about for Matt and Blake on today’s show. The guys also share their thoughts on Roberto Luongo having another 2-0 lead in the Stanley Cup Final, the latest rumours on Canucks free agents, and the NHL shooting itself in the foot again with regards to the salary cap websites. John Shannon then steps in and gives his thoughts on the Stanley Cup Final, the ups and downs of the Oilers, and the level o...
Jun 11, 2024•2 hr 4 min•Ep. 842
July 1st is only getting closer and the guys are drilling down on what the Canucks really need, debating whether it’s Eias Lindholm or more wingers and defensemen. They unveil the name of the new Canucks skills coach as well, not to mention, the big changes in the salary cap and salary cap tracking. Rink Wide: Vancouver host Jeff Paterson joins the show today as well, talking about the assistant coaching changes for the Canucks and how that may affect the power play in particular, and what the S...
Jun 10, 2024•1 hr 51 min•Ep. 841
Reports are swirling about the possible return of some Canucks free agents, so Matt and Blake take it all on, from Lindholm to Zadorov. Can they fit them under the cap, and even so, does it cost them their ability to bolster the defence and winger corps? Not to mention, they get into the issue of committing long term to older players and guys that are “core” to the team. Frank Corrado joins the guys as well, with another breakdown on the performance of Canucks prospect Josh Bloom at the Memorial...
Jun 07, 2024•1 hr 55 min•Ep. 840
