Episodes

Your weekend setup is here from Matt and Blake! They guys jump into the Canucks media story as reports surface of a possible FM destination for Canucks games this season. This evolves into a discussion on the possibility of sports radio returning as well. They also take a look at Canucks comeback player options and who is most likely to find their game again. Plus, should the Canucks help out the Ducks with their salary cap issues?! TSN's Frank Corrado stops by to talk about whether the players ...

TSN's Frank Corrado stops by to talk about whether the players today have any sports media habits and if he was ever sports radio listener. Frank talks about the poll question and which Canucks he thinks could truly bounce back. Frank also chats about the make or break year for Mancini and the situational pickle the the Ducks find themselves in with Cutter Gauthier.

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Former BC Lions QB Travis Lulay joining the guys to discuss his induction onto the Lions Wall of Fame. Travis shares some of his favourite moments, his path to the CFL, and what he thinks of a Canadian QB in charge now in Nathan Rourke.

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Sekeres and Price are reunited! Matt and Blake are both back in studio to help breakdown a busy sports weekend. The guys also take a look at the quiet summer in the NHL and wonder if the Canucks should/will sign a late UFA. They go over who is still available and which players might fetch the highest price at the trade deadline. The boys also tackle the demise of Hockey Night in Punjabi and the effects on the local community. Then it's Cam Robinson from Elite Prospects on the Canucks' likely pla...

Cam Robinson from Elite Prospects on the Canucks' likely plan for Braeden Cootes and Adam Novotny, and which gets the longer look in training camp. Cam also talks about the likely Canucks goaltending situation, and whether a PTO or UFA might be needed with Thatcher Demko still not ready in September.

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Jay Downton, founder of the Nation Network shares a MAJOR update on the growth of the fan-first, local media focussed group that he started years and years ago. Some people are trying to take away local media, Nation Network is trying to build it up.

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It's been a tough year for local sports media, on many fronts, and that continued this week. Blake is joined by guest host Farhan Lalji to walk down memory lane on the careers of two Vancouver media members who were lost this week, inlcuding BC sports Hall of Famer John Mckeachie. The guys share their experiences alongside the legendary sportscaster and talk about what made him so unique and special. They also talk about media in the present as play by play chair remains the same for the Vancouv...

The Sheet's Jeff Marek stops by to talk about the Malhotra/Celebrini training alliance last week and what it says about both players. Jeff has a great first hand scouting report on Novotny's readiness for the NHL and where he should be next season, and he also weighs in the Canucks' spending in a rebuild.

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BC Lions DC Mike Benevides with a look ahead to the Lions and Stamps tonight in Calgary. Benny gets into the reasons for the slow start this season, and how the leadership in the room has helped keep things in perspective.

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Aug 10, 2026:

Daily Faceoff's Steven Ellis joins the guys for his take on Canada's gold medal win and the impact fro DuPont. He gets into the depth of class for the 2027 entry draft and whether DuPont can be dethroned for the top pick. Plus, his take on the Canucks' likelihood at number 1 overall at the draft, and the season ahead for Malhotra.

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Matt and co-host Jeff Paterson discuss which young Canuck is best poised for a breakout with Zeev Buium, Liam Ohgren, Tom Willander and other youngsters are staring down increased opportunity during the rebuild. They talk about Langley's Liam Pue, a top prospect for the 2028 draft, having a sensational Hlinka-Gretzky tournament and declaring himself as the Next One from B.C. They also cover Kelly Hrudey's departure from Rogers hockey coverage, and an eight-year deal for an unproven player?

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Frank Corrado joins to talk Elias Pettersson skating at the Kings practice facility and the procedure for NHLers finding ice-time in the offseason. Frank talks about the proposed Britannia practice facility and the wisdom of an eight-year deal for Buium.

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Whitecaps midfielder Jeevan Badwal joins to talk about the club since the World Cup break, Leagues Cup and one year of playing with Thomas Muller.

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And B.C. Lions running back Zander Horvath joins after his CFL player-of-the-week performance. He talks about the Lions setting rushing records, Saturday's game vs Hamilton and his football journey from growing up in the shadow of Notre Dame's Golden Dome.

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The VP of FIFA, and local Vancouverite Victor Montagliani joins us to talk about his recent 'Order of BC' honour, the success of the World Cup in Canada and the future of the Vancouver Whitecaps.

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Cam Robinson of Elite Prospects joins us with prospect updates from the Hlinka-Gretzky tournament.

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Matt and co-host Jeff Paterson discuss the Canucks practice facility already hitting a snag, the concerns of minor hockey groups and an alternative at the PNE. They also discuss former Canucks owner Arthur Griffiths' bid for the Whitecaps, which was reported over the long weekend. Plus, Canucks prospects at the World Junior Summer Showcase.

Whitecaps CEO Axel Schuster joins to discuss a 1-1 draw with LAFC before 40K at BC Place, Thomas Muller on form, Ryan Gauld finding it, replacements for Seb...

Patrick Johnston of Postmedia stops by to defend his report of the Canucks slashing payroll after GM Ryan Johnson objected last week. He talks practice facility, the confusion about whether BC Place is for sale, and whether money is a problem for a Zeev Buium contract extension.

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Whitecaps CEO Axel Schuster joins to discuss a 1-1 draw with LAFC before 40K at BC Place, Thomas Muller on form, Ryan Gauld finding it, replacements for Seb Berhalter and a setback for Ranko Veselinović. Schuster says 90 groups have kicked the clubs tires, that he does talk to Griffiths, that a new owner would have to be committed to the community and a timeline for action. He's also asked if the club is interested in buying BC Place.

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The Canucks finally grab some headlines with news on a practice facility but is it really news? Matt and Blake take a look at the news release and if it really signals the chance for the 32nd and final practice facility in the NHL. The guys also look at all the noise around the MLB bid in Vancouver and whether it's viable and time to be taking it seriously. Harman Dayal joins from The Athletic with a further breakdown on what he's seeing with EP40 and whether there is a solution to make him more...

The Sheet's Jeff Marek stopping by to discuss his latest viral moment and his reaction to the dream of a Bedard-Celebrini reunion as Canucks someday. He also talks about Cootes and Malhotra's chances to be 1-2 centres at the World Juniors, and the change to NHL games streaming in the playoffs.

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Harman Dayal joins from The Athletic with a breakdown on what he's seeing with EP40 and whether there is a solution to make him more productive or at least a better asset for trade. He also talks about the value of a practice facility for the Canucks and his review of the lower cost hires around the organization.

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