Lots to discuss on the eve of Canada vs USA at the 4 Nations. Matt and Blake look at a matchup that has evened out over the years, and has ramped up emotionally given the politics of late. Plus, the Canucks content on the American team has disappeared so Canucks fans can cheer guilt free! Plus, the guys look at the early matchup on Saturday as well, as EP40 faces Kevin Lankinen in goal for Finland. TSN's Frank Corrado stops by to share stories of his interactions with the inimitable Sidney Crosb...
Feb 14, 2025•1 hr 45 min•Ep. 1189
TSN's Frank Corrado stops by to share stories of his interactions with the inimitable Sidney Crosby, what allows him to rise to the occasion, and where he sees Crosby finishing his career. Frank also talks about the deployment options available to Head Coach Jon Cooper in a big game vs the US. 📧 live@sekeresandprice.com📲 778-402-9680 Thank you to our great sponsors: @bet365 : It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.bet365.ca/ Surrey Mitsubishi l http...
Feb 14, 2025•20 min•Ep. 1188
Sean White, head coach of Canada’s rugby 7s team, joins to discuss the 10th anniversary of the HSBC Sevens at BC Place next weekend. 📧 live@sekeresandprice.com📲 778-402-9680 Thank you to our great sponsors: @bet365 : It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.bet365.ca/ Surrey Mitsubishi l https://www.surreymitsubishi.ca/ Canada Men’s International Sevens: https://vansevens.com/ GRETA Bar Vancouver | https://lnk.to/GRETAYVR Yellow Dog Brewing | https://...
Feb 14, 2025•6 min•Ep. 1187
Rob Willams of The Daily Hive with his take on Pettersson's performance with Sweden, the Canucks raising season ticket prices significantly again, and the possibility of a Crosby "golden goal" statue in Vancouver. 📧 live@sekeresandprice.com📲 778-402-9680 Thank you to our great sponsors: @bet365 : It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.bet365.ca/ Surrey Mitsubishi l https://www.surreymitsubishi.ca/ Canada Men’s International Sevens: https://vansevens...
Feb 14, 2025•16 min•Ep. 1186
In the aftermath of Canada's OT win over Sweden at the Four Nations, Matt and Blake go over the performance of both sides, and the review of Elias Pettersson's play in the loss for his side. The guys also chat about the newly announced international calendar, and whether it works for players and fans alike. Cam Robinson of Elite Prospects joins from the tournament, with his review of the vibes in Montreal, the chance of EP40 getting better after the tourney, and an update on the top Canucks pros...
Feb 13, 2025•1 hr 43 min•Ep. 1185
Cam Robinson of Elite Prospects joins from the tournament, with his review of the vibes in Montreal, the chance of EP40 getting better after the tourney, and an update on the top Canucks prospects making waves of late. 📧 live@sekeresandprice.com📲 778-402-9680 Thank you to our great sponsors: @bet365 : It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.bet365.ca/ Surrey Mitsubishi l https://www.surreymitsubishi.ca/ Canada Men’s International Sevens: https://vans...
Feb 13, 2025•18 min•Ep. 1184
Jeff Marek of The Sheet then weighs in with an historical perspective on the quality of this Canadian team and whether he thinks the players are buying in so far. And after watching Crosby rise to the occasion again, will we see Sid in the NHL playoffs ever again for the Pens, or will it be somewhere else? 📧 live@sekeresandprice.com📲 778-402-9680 Thank you to our great sponsors: @bet365 : It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.bet365.ca/ Surrey Mits...
Feb 13, 2025•26 min•Ep. 1183
After yet another home win over the Leafs, the Canucks are sailing into the break, so lots to get into on today's show. Blake is joined by guest host Patrick Johnston, and they recap the big weekend win, but also the injuries to both Quinn Hughes and Thatcher Demko. The guys talk about the optimism around the team, despite low scoring, low event wins of late. TSN's Darren Dreger stops by to discuss what's left to do for Vancouver before the trade deadline, and the appetite to make further change...
Feb 10, 2025•1 hr 47 min•Ep. 1182
RinkWide's Jeff Paterson joins the guys with his post game report from Saturday, his prediction on trades during the NHL break, and they all weigh on what they think the new identity of the team might be. Thank you to our great sponsors: @bet365 : It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.bet365.ca/ Surrey Mitsubishi l https://www.surreymitsubishi.ca/ Canada Men’s International Sevens: https://vansevens.com/ GRETA Bar Vancouver | https://lnk.to/GRETAYVR ...
Feb 10, 2025•18 min•Ep. 1181
TSN's Darren Dreger stops by to discuss what's left to do for Vancouver before the trade deadline, and the appetite to make further changes. Plus, is Carson Soucy really on the block and would Hughes still be playing for Team USA if this was the Olympics? Thank you to our great sponsors: @bet365 : It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.bet365.ca/ Surrey Mitsubishi l https://www.surreymitsubishi.ca/ Canada Men’s International Sevens: https://vansevens....
Feb 10, 2025•19 min•Ep. 1180
Matt and guest co-host Jeff Paterson discuss the week that was for the Canucks, the contributions of newcomers and the renaissance of Thatcher Demko, as well as the win in San Jose, the Marcus Pettersson extension, the early returns on Drew O'Connor and the continued struggles of Elias Pettersson. Other topics include: whether Dakota Joshua can get his season back on track, Quinn Hughes' injury and availability going forward, Conor Garland's leadership, Saturday's home game against the Leafs, an...
Feb 07, 2025•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 1179
Arash Madani joins from Super Bowl with his thoughts -- and a bold prediction -- on the big game. He discusses Kansas City's clear coaching advantage, Philadelphia's route to victory, the Chiefs' experience in big games, and how a KC victory would situate this team in NFL history. Thank you to our great sponsors: @bet365 : It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.bet365.ca/ Surrey Mitsubishi l https://www.surreymitsubishi.ca/ Canada Men’s International ...
Feb 07, 2025•15 min•Ep. 1178
Former Canucks president/GM Mike Gillis stops by and assess the Canucks recent moves, the path forward for Elias, team "resets," the conversations between players, organizations and agents heading into international duty, and the growth of women's hockey. Thank you to our great sponsors: @bet365 : It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.bet365.ca/ Surrey Mitsubishi l https://www.surreymitsubishi.ca/ Canada Men’s International Sevens: https://vansevens....
Feb 07, 2025•21 min•Ep. 1177
Matt and guest co-host Patrick Johnston discuss Marcus Pettersson's contract extension and whether Quinn Hughes will skip (or just miss) the 4 Nations tournament. The guys discuss whether Pettersson's new deal is better than if they had re-signed Nikita Zadorov; why they acted so quickly; could waiting have provided better information on the fit; and the merits of getting him locked up. They also talk about the sensitive nature of the conversation with Hughes. It's in the club's best interest th...
Feb 06, 2025•1 hr 37 min•Ep. 1176
Rob Williams joins with some hot takes. They ain't a Cup contender. They should punt on the season. Zadorov vs Pettersson. And keep Soucy damnit! Thank you to our great sponsors: @bet365 : It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.bet365.ca/ Surrey Mitsubishi l https://www.surreymitsubishi.ca/ Canada Men’s International Sevens: https://vansevens.com/ GRETA Bar Vancouver | https://lnk.to/GRETAYVR Yellow Dog Brewing | https://lnk.to/YDBrewing Pacific Toyot...
Feb 06, 2025•13 min•Ep. 1175
Jeff Marek stops by with his assessment of their recent trades; background on Pettersson, comparisons with Zadorov; an assessment of Drew O'Connor's acquisition; teams that could use Soucy; and the Hughes/4 Nations dilemma. Thank you to our great sponsors: @bet365 : It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.bet365.ca/ Surrey Mitsubishi l https://www.surreymitsubishi.ca/ Canada Men’s International Sevens: https://vansevens.com/ GRETA Bar Vancouver | https...
Feb 06, 2025•24 min•Ep. 1174
Matt and guest co-host Patrick Johnston discuss the Canucks' 3-0 win over Colorado; the contributions of newcomers Filip Chytil and Drew O'Connor; the emergence of Elias Pettersson on defence; Thatcher Demko finding his groove; and the overall joy and vibe-improvement after two weekend trades. They also talk about the other Elias Pettersson, and whether he'll ever find his game. Frank Corrado joins and declared he's the president of the Victor Mancini Fan Club. He gives us insight on Chytil, O'C...
Feb 05, 2025•1 hr 49 min•Ep. 1173
Laurence Gilman stops by and says the Canucks made out well with the trades, both in hockey and salary-cap senses. He evaluates Carson Soucy's standing with the organization and his value on the trade market. And he explains what he'd do to get Pettersson going. Thank you to our great sponsors: @bet365 : It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.bet365.ca/ Surrey Mitsubishi l https://www.surreymitsubishi.ca/ Canada Men’s International Sevens: https://van...
Feb 05, 2025•18 min•Ep. 1172
Frank Corrado joins and declared he's the president of the Victor Mancini Fan Club. He gives us insight on Chytil, O'Connor and Marcus Pettersson; tells us Pettersson will eventually bounce back; analyzes the Canucks' style of play before/after the dealing; and discusses what a dressing room is like when so much change happens at once. 📧 live@sekeresandprice.com📲 778-402-9680 Thank you to our great sponsors: @bet365 : It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | htt...
Feb 05, 2025•19 min•Ep. 1171
Matt and guest co-host Farhan Lalji from Super Bowl discuss the makeover of the Canucks; the availability of Carson Soucy via trade; and whether J.T. Miller belongs in the Canucks' Ring of Honour. We get Farhan's thoughts on if they're a better team following two big trades; whether moving Soucy is wise; how they'll sort the goaltending going forward; and what happened to get to this point. The guys also discuss Super Bowl 59 between Kansas City and Philadelphia and the B.C. Lions in free agency...
Feb 04, 2025•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 1170
John Shannon stops by and says he's disappointed that Miller is gone, even if he understands it. He really likes newcomers Drew O'Connor and Victor Mancini, but says the most important guy in the trades is a guy who wasn't a part of those trades: Elias Pettersson. He remains bullish on the Canucks' playoff chances and is thrilled that Rick Tocchet can finally get back to coaching. 📧 live@sekeresandprice.com📲 778-402-9680 Thank you to our great sponsors: @bet365 : It's never ordinary! Download ...
Feb 04, 2025•15 min•Ep. 1169
Cam Robinson is coolish on the Canucks' deals. He's fine with the Miller deal but doesn't like that they had to surrender a first-round pick in the Marcus Pettersson trade. He says there should be a market for Soucy but wonders why the Canucks would move a potential playoff contributor after making a trade for two unrestricted free agents. He doesn't see a fit for Ottawa's Josh Norris, even if he loves the idea of acquiring Quinn Hughes' best friend. And he says Miller falls short of Ring of Hon...
Feb 04, 2025•16 min•Ep. 1168
A busy weekend for the Canucks! Two trades and two games later, where are the Canucks now and where they headed? Matt and Blake are back to break it all down after some first impressions of the new look core vs the Red Wings. The guys look at the chance of any more dramatics before the trade deadline, and is Quinn Hughes ok after missing the game on Sunday? TSN's Darren Darren stops by with a blow by blow description of how it all went down for the Canucks, and gives us the lowdown on what the t...
Feb 03, 2025•1 hr 45 min•Ep. 1167
RinkWide's Jeff Paterson with his review on the new look Canucks, both in concept and in the game vs Detroit. Plus, is Carson Soucy's scratch indicative of the club's loyalty to the player ahead of the deadline? 📧 live@sekeresandprice.com📲 778-402-9680 Thank you to our great sponsors: @bet365 : It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.bet365.ca/ Surrey Mitsubishi l https://www.surreymitsubishi.ca/ Canada Men’s International Sevens: https://vansevens.c...
Feb 03, 2025•23 min•Ep. 1166
TSN's Darren Darren stops by with a blow by blow description of how it all went down for the Canucks, and gives us the lowdown on what the tipping point was in the JT Miller trade. Dregs talks about the Canucks current situation and whether Elias Pettersson could still be traded, and the salary cap situation getting the trades going around the NHL. 📧 live@sekeresandprice.com📲 778-402-9680 Thank you to our great sponsors: @bet365 : It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code:...
Feb 03, 2025•24 min•Ep. 1165
Matt and Blake analyze the biggest one-day team makeover in 30-plus years as the Canucks move JT Miller out and acquire defenceman Marcus Pettersson. We hear from Canucks GM Patrik Allvin, examine the type of team they have now and the near- and long-term future of the club after a franchise-altering day. 📧 live@sekeresandprice.com📲 778-402-9680 Thank you to our great sponsors: @bet365 : It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.bet365.ca/ Surrey Mitsu...
Feb 02, 2025•44 min•Ep. 1164
Matt and Blake jump back on LIVE to react to the Vancouver Canucks trading J.T. Miller, Erik Brännstrom, and prospect Jackson Dorrington to the New York Rangers for Filip Chytil, Victor Mancini, and a protected first rounder. 📧 live@sekeresandprice.com📲 778-402-9680 Thank you to our great sponsors: @bet365 : It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.bet365.ca/ Surrey Mitsubishi l https://www.surreymitsubishi.ca/ Canada Men’s International Sevens: https...
Feb 01, 2025•30 min•Ep. 1163
Another busy day on the show as the Canucks go for a fourth straight win, and the NHL announces a new projected salary cup limit for the next three years. Matt and Blake go over the lineup vs Dallas, and whether a prolonged winning streak changes the possibility of trades. They also go over the ramnifications of the cap changes, and what that means for teams thinking about acquiring Miller or Pettersson. Jeff Marek of The Sheet pays his weekly visit and talks about what the Flyers trade with Cal...
Jan 31, 2025•1 hr 43 min•Ep. 1162
Patrick Johnston of Post Media who stops by and talks about the next 6 weeks of Canucks hockey and all the different routes it could take, plus he ponders the futures of management and coaching depending on what happens. 📧 live@sekeresandprice.com📲 778-402-9680 Thank you to our great sponsors: @bet365 : It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.bet365.ca/ Surrey Mitsubishi l https://www.surreymitsubishi.ca/ Canada Men’s International Sevens: https://va...
Jan 31, 2025•21 min•Ep. 1161
Jeff Marek of The Sheet pays his weekly visit and talks about what the Flyers trade with Calgary means for Philly's short term intentions, and whether they could be interested in chatting with the Canucks. Jeff also gets into the salary cap effect of the next few years and the positives and negatives for teams and players. 📧 live@sekeresandprice.com📲 778-402-9680 Thank you to our great sponsors: @bet365 : It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.bet36...
Jan 31, 2025•23 min•Ep. 1160
