Mar 27, 2025: Demko, Depth and Derek (Forbort) keep Canucks alive

After a complete team effort in a win vs the Islanders, Matt and Blake look at the recipe for success last night, including a heroic effort from goaltender Thatcher Demko. The guys look at a number of great performances and wonder if the absent Kevin Lankinen is a candidate for a start on the road trip, or if the team is squarely on Demko's shoulders. Plus, after John Tortorella is fire in Philadelphia, is there worry that an unsigned Rick Tocchet would be their main target? RinkWide's Jeff Paterson stops by to talk about the Canucks stepping up and stringing together wins, and he looks at whether there is still more to give from forwards like Garland and DeBrusk as the Canucks get offence by committee. Then Patrick Johnston stops by the studio to discuss Tocchet's plans for next season and whether the roster is a lure or an impediment to his return. Plus, PJ weighs in on whether young Tom Willander will be guaranteed action with the improved Canucks defence corps this season, and whether we'll see EP40, Filip Chytil or Nils Höglander anytime soon. The guys wrap things up with some Whitecaps, MLB and NFL news as well!

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