Synopsis
The midday show on TSN 1040 with Matt Sekeres and Blake Price includes a full hour of solid Canucks' coverage during The Canucks Lunch, 12-1pm.
Episodes
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Apr 10, 2026: The Canucks tank nears finish line; moving down in the draft?
10/04/2026 Duration: 02h14minThe Canucks continue to find new depths as they lose another, so Matt and Blake get into the criticism from some that the Canucks are tanking too hard this season. They deal with the swirling rumours of offseason change where everything is on the table, and they talk about the myriad of choices to make if the Canucks end up drafting 3rd overall. Jeff Marek from The Sheet makes his weekly visit to discuss his upcoming visit to BC and a look at prospects like Landon Dupont and Carson Carels. Marek gets into his visions of the changes in Vancouver, the future of Allvin and Foote, and whether changing coaches hurts development of young players. RinkWide Vancouver's Jeff Paterson stops in to discuss the duelling reports of the future of Canucks management. He gets into the coaching decisions of Adam Foote and whether the Canucks can really bring him back, plus, JPat talks about the lack of college signings at the NHL level and the possibility of any new practice facility being underserved with just one ice surface
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Jeff Marek: Off to BC to see Landon Dupont and Carson Carels. Who should coach the up and coming Canucks players?
10/04/2026 Duration: 26minJeff Marek from The Sheet makes his weekly visit to discuss his upcoming visit to BC and a look at prospects like Landon Dupont and Carson Carels. Marek gets into his visions of the changes in Vancouver, the future of Allvin and Foote, and whether changing coaches hurts development of young players.Thank you to our great sponsors:@bet365: It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.bet365.ca/GRETA Bar Vancouver | https://lnk.to/GRETAYVRYellow Dog Brewing | https://lnk.to/YDBrewingPizza Pizza: https://www.pizzapizza.ca/Vancouver Canadians: https://canadiansbaseball.comPacific Toyota Dealers: https://www.shoptoyota.ca/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jeff Paterson: Questionable coaching decisions; lack of college signings...You just can't run this staff back, as is.
10/04/2026 Duration: 26minRinkWide Vancouver's Jeff Paterson stops in to discuss the duelling reports of the future of Canucks management. He gets into the coaching decisions of Adam Foote and whether the Canucks can really bring him back, plus, JPat talks about the lack of college signings at the NHL level and the possibility of any new practice facility being underserved with just one ice surface. Thank you to our great sponsors:@bet365: It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.bet365.ca/GRETA Bar Vancouver | https://lnk.to/GRETAYVRYellow Dog Brewing | https://lnk.to/YDBrewingPizza Pizza: https://www.pizzapizza.ca/Vancouver Canadians: https://canadiansbaseball.comPacific Toyota Dealers: https://www.shoptoyota.ca/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Apr 9, 2026: Canucks stay or go: the NHL staff, AHL staff, the draft picks
09/04/2026 Duration: 02h03minWill they stay or will they go?! It applies to so much in the Canucks organization these days! Matt and Blake tackle the issues as reports continue to come in on whether coach and managerial changes are in the offing at the end of the season. The guys look at the readiness of people like Ryan Johnson and Manny Malhotra, whether Patrik Allvin could be reassigned to a new position, and whether trading picks for players is what people wnat this offseason. They also make sure you're up to date on the lineup as the Canucks hit the road in California. TSN's Darren Dreger pays a visit to the show to discuss all the smoke around the Canucks these days. He has his view on the job stability for those currently with the NHL gigs, and whether the AHL guys are being poached, especially with NHL vacancies increasing around the league. Dregs also talks about the team's timeline to make any staff change and the willingness to part with top draft picks for the right NHL player. Then it's Rob Williams from The Daily Hive on th
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Darren Dreger: Canucks timeline on making front office changes. Is anyone safe?
09/04/2026 Duration: 22minTSN's Darren Dreger pays a visit to the show to discuss all the smoke around the Canucks these days. He has his view on the job stability for those currently with the NHL gigs, and whether the AHL guys are being poached, especially with NHL vacancies increasing around the league. Dregs also talks about the team's timeline to make any staff change and the willingness to part with top draft picks for the right NHL player.Thank you to our great sponsors:@bet365: It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.bet365.ca/GRETA Bar Vancouver | https://lnk.to/GRETAYVRYellow Dog Brewing | https://lnk.to/YDBrewingPizza Pizza: https://www.pizzapizza.ca/Vancouver Canadians: https://canadiansbaseball.comPacific Toyota Dealers: https://www.shoptoyota.ca/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Rob Williams: Are the fans checking out for good? Or is it just Canuck Clay?
09/04/2026 Duration: 22minRob Williams from The Daily Hive on the effect of this season on the Canucks' fanbase and season ticketholders. Rob checks the pulse of the rebuild and whether people are ok with its direction thus far. Rob also updates his thoughts on the possibility of an Elias Pettersson trade, and the look ahead to the lottery on May 5th.Thank you to our great sponsors:@bet365: It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.bet365.ca/GRETA Bar Vancouver | https://lnk.to/GRETAYVRYellow Dog Brewing | https://lnk.to/YDBrewingPizza Pizza: https://www.pizzapizza.ca/Vancouver Canadians: https://canadiansbaseball.comPacific Toyota Dealers: https://www.shoptoyota.ca/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Apr 8, 2026: A Battle for RJ(Johnson)? Catching up with RJ (Johansen)
08/04/2026 Duration: 02h04minAfter Ryan Johnson rumours begin to percolate, Matt and Blake delve into the possibility of an internal promotion causing a GM change in Vancouver. The guys look at RJ's resume so far and his fit with the team right now, amid contradictory reports of the Canucks' willingness to make sweeping changes off the ice. TSN's Frank Corrado joins the guys to discuss the RJ/GM possibility and his own personal interactions with the man. Frankie also talks about the Canucks making proactive/protective changes in order to keep Johnson and/or Malhotra. Plus, Corrado gets into the future of the Canucks goaltending situation and the unexplained extra futility for the Canucks at home. Then it's the pride of Port Moody, Ryan Johansen, to talk about his retirement from the NHL and his years of duelling with the best centres in the Western conference. Ryan talks about facing the Sedins, playing in front of Vancouver fans, and whether he was ever close to playing for the Canucks. He also gets into his meteoric rise from BCHL to W
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Ryan Johansen: Local boy reflects on nearly 1000 games in the NHL, particularly playing against a slew of HOF centres in the West.
08/04/2026 Duration: 21minThe pride of Port Moody, Ryan Johansen, to talk about his retirement from the NHL and his years of duelling with the best centres in the Western conference. Ryan talks about facing the Sedins, playing in front of Vancouver fans, and whether he was ever close to playing for the Canucks. He also gets into his meteoric rise from BCHL to WHL to 1st round pick! Thank you to our great sponsors:@bet365: It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.bet365.ca/GRETA Bar Vancouver | https://lnk.to/GRETAYVRYellow Dog Brewing | https://lnk.to/YDBrewingPizza Pizza: https://www.pizzapizza.ca/Vancouver Canadians: https://canadiansbaseball.comPacific Toyota Dealers: https://www.shoptoyota.ca/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Frank Corrado: Time for the Canucks to be proactive with Coaches and Front Office. And a look at the future in goal.
08/04/2026 Duration: 22minTSN's Frank Corrado joins the guys to discuss the RJ/GM possibility and his own personal interactions with the man. Frankie also talks about the Canucks making proactive/protective changes in order to keep Johnson and/or Malhotra. Plus, Corrado gets into the future of the Canucks goaltending situation and the unexplained extra futility for the Canucks at home. Thank you to our great sponsors:@bet365: It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.bet365.ca/GRETA Bar Vancouver | https://lnk.to/GRETAYVRYellow Dog Brewing | https://lnk.to/YDBrewingPizza Pizza: https://www.pizzapizza.ca/Vancouver Canadians: https://canadiansbaseball.comPacific Toyota Dealers: https://www.shoptoyota.ca/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Apr 7, 2026: Canucks afraid of change? Other NHL teams being bold
07/04/2026 Duration: 01h45minAs other NHL teams already make management and coaching teams, Matt and Blake dive into the Canucks' reported reluctance to make these moves. The guys get into the possibility of nothing happening to the decision makers this offseason and the additional issue of losing some of the talent they have on the farm like Manny Malhotra. There's other Canucks news as well, as more youth arrives in Abbotsford. Plus, Torts is back as the Golden Knights face the Canucks at Rogers Arena. Patrick Johnston of Postmedia stops by to discuss the Canucks' offseason plans, the future of the captaincy and more. The guys are also joined by voice of the Vancouver Canadian Tyler Zickel, calling in from his seat at Nat Bailey Stadium ahead of the home opener tonight. Tyer gets into the myriad of changes for this year from specialty jerseys to new menu items, the new practice faciity, and of course new players to help get the wins on the field! The guys finish up with the troubles for the city's two biggest MLB teams as both the Jays
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Tyler Zickel: Opening night at the Nat!!! Vancouver Canadians kick off the 75th anniversary of the legendary stadium.
07/04/2026 Duration: 12minThe guys are joined by voice of the Vancouver Canadian Tyler Zickel, calling in from his seat at Nat Bailey Stadium ahead of the home opener tonight. Tyer gets into the myriad of changes for this year from specialty jerseys to new menu items, the new practice faciity, and of course new players to help get the wins on the field!Thank you to our great sponsors:@bet365: It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.bet365.ca/GRETA Bar Vancouver | https://lnk.to/GRETAYVRYellow Dog Brewing | https://lnk.to/YDBrewingPizza Pizza: https://www.pizzapizza.ca/Vancouver Canadians: https://canadiansbaseball.comPacific Toyota Dealers: https://www.shoptoyota.ca/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Patrick Johnston: Can you really just 'run it back' after this dreadful season?
07/04/2026 Duration: 21minPatrick Johnston of Postmedia stops by to discuss the Canucks' offseason plans, the future of the captaincy, coaches, management and more. Thank you to our great sponsors:@bet365: It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.bet365.ca/GRETA Bar Vancouver | https://lnk.to/GRETAYVRYellow Dog Brewing | https://lnk.to/YDBrewingPizza Pizza: https://www.pizzapizza.ca/Vancouver Canadians: https://canadiansbaseball.comPacific Toyota Dealers: https://www.shoptoyota.ca/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Apr 6, 2026: The review of Quinn, Kane and Karlsson
06/04/2026 Duration: 02h02sQuinn Hughes is the gift that keeps on giving for the show, as Matt and Blake tackle the comments of the former Canucks captain following the Wild win last Thursday. The guys look at the decisions made since then and where the team is pointed from a leadership standpoint. The guys look at the latest reports on possible changes to the Canucks management, which is to say, no changes. The boys also recap the Evander Kane ceremony and some notable performances from young players like Karlsson and Willander. The Elite Prospects' Cam Robinson stops by to discuss the play of the Canucks over the past week including the improved play of the young blueliners. Cam looks at the value of Marcus Pettersson, both on the trade market and staying on the team. Cam talks about the upside of Ty Mueller, gives us a new name for the Canucks' second 1st round pick, and updates us on the status of Vancouver's pursuit of TJ Hughes. RinkWide's Jeff Paterson stops by to recap the Canucks games from the weekend and the improved scoring
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Jeff Paterson: Quinn Hughes not so 'huggy' anymore. Debrusk and Karlsson showing some offence.
06/04/2026 Duration: 23minRinkWide's Jeff Paterson stops by to recap the Canucks games from the weekend and the improved scoring of DeBrusk and Karlsson. Jeff also gives his thoughts on Quinn Hughes' comments about Vancouver, plus, he helps celebrate his 5 years in the digital space with the S & P family. Thank you to our great sponsors:@bet365: Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.bet365.ca/GRETA Bar Vancouver | https://lnk.to/GRETAYVRYellow Dog Brewing | https://lnk.to/YDBrewingPizza Pizza: https://www.pizzapizza.ca/Pacific Toyota Dealers: https://www.shoptoyota.ca/Get an exclusive 15% discount on Saily data plans! Use code [SEKERES] at checkout. Download the Saily app or go to https://saily.com/sekeres Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Cam Robinson: Young defencemen looking promising for the Canucks. Updates on prospects, Ty Mueller and TJ Hughes.
06/04/2026 Duration: 19minElite Prospects' Cam Robinson stops by to discuss the play of the Canucks over the past week including the improved play of the young blueliners. Cam looks at the value of Marcus Pettersson, both on the trade market and staying on the team. Cam talks about the upside of Ty Mueller, gives us a new name for the Canucks' second 1st round pick, and updates us on the status of Vancouver's pursuit of TJ Hughes. Thank you to our great sponsors:@bet365: Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.bet365.ca/GRETA Bar Vancouver | https://lnk.to/GRETAYVRYellow Dog Brewing | https://lnk.to/YDBrewingPizza Pizza: https://www.pizzapizza.ca/Pacific Toyota Dealers: https://www.shoptoyota.ca/Get an exclusive 15% discount on Saily data plans! Use code [SEKERES] at checkout. Download the Saily app or go to https://saily.com/sekeres Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Apr 2, 2026: A wild one before the Wild one; Canucks vs Quinn
02/04/2026 Duration: 02h12minAs the most exciting Canucks game of the season leads into the most anticipated one, Matt and Blake have a big show to send you into the long weekend! The guys dive into the craziness of the game in Denver and some of the very impressive performances. They also look at the showdown with Quinn Hughes in Minny tonight along with looking at the possibility of the Canucks ever winning the trade, and whether Buium is the key component in doing so. The Daily Hive's Rob Williams makes a highly anticipated return to the show in the wake of the media controversy with the Canucks. Rob sheds light on the publication's decision making around the issues with the team, the future of reporter Trevor Beggs, and the state of things going forward as they continue to cover the Canucks. The Sheet's Jeff Marek makes his weekly visit to discuss the Canucks playing in one of the more entertaining games of the NHL season and what it means for the expectations of Boeser, Öhgren and Willander. Plus, how big is tonight's game vs the Wi
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Rob Williams: It's been a Wild week at the Daily Hive! Insight on reporter Trevor Beggs being ejected from Canucks game
02/04/2026 Duration: 20minThe Daily Hive's Rob Williams makes a highly anticipated return to the show in the wake of the media controversy with the Canucks. Rob sheds light on the publication's decision making around the issues with the team, the future of reporter Trevor Beggs, and the state of things going forward as they continue to cover the Canucks. Thank you to our great sponsors:@bet365: Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.bet365.ca/GRETA Bar Vancouver | https://lnk.to/GRETAYVRYellow Dog Brewing | https://lnk.to/YDBrewingPizza Pizza: https://www.pizzapizza.ca/Pacific Toyota Dealers: https://www.shoptoyota.ca/Get an exclusive 15% discount on Saily data plans! Use code [SEKERES] at checkout. Download the Saily app or go to https://saily.com/sekeres Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jeff Marek: Pre-season prophecy about Caleb Malhotra coming true? Need a change at the top.
02/04/2026 Duration: 31minThe Sheet's Jeff Marek makes his weekly visit to discuss the Canucks playing in one of the more entertaining games of the NHL season and what it means for the expectations of Boeser, Öhgren and Willander. Plus, how big is tonight's game vs the Wild in his eyes? Jeff has thoughts on the reports of Allvin's departure and whether that would be enough in Vancouver. He also spikes the football and continues to raise the bar on Caleb Mahotra's possible landing spot in the 2026 entry draft! Thank you to our great sponsors:@bet365: Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.bet365.ca/GRETA Bar Vancouver | https://lnk.to/GRETAYVRYellow Dog Brewing | https://lnk.to/YDBrewingPizza Pizza: https://www.pizzapizza.ca/Pacific Toyota Dealers: https://www.shoptoyota.ca/Get an exclusive 15% discount on Saily data plans! Use code [SEKERES] at checkout. Download the Saily app or go to https://saily.com/sekeres Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Apr 1, 2026: Clinching 32nd on the line vs Avs; Rutherford running rebuild?
01/04/2026 Duration: 01h52minAs the losses mount, the Canucks merely get set to take on the best team in the league tonight in Denver. Matt and Blake take a look at how ugly it could get considering the Avs' dismantling of Calgary earlier this week. But with a loss clinching 32nd, does anybody care? The guys also look at the decision to sit Evander Kane in the wake of his 1000th game and whether Lankinen can handle all this work, plus, they debate whether Jim Rutherford has fan confidence to manage the rebuild. TSN's Frank Corrado stops by with a brief bit of Italian soccer angst to start, but also gets into the state of the Canucks and their historically bad 2nd periods. Frank talks about whether that should concern Canucks' fans about coaching decisions in the future, and who thinks might be making those decisions in the offseason. Corrado also weighs in on rumours of former Canucks executive Mike Gillis as a possible new president in Toronto?! Matt and Blake finish up with a full recap of a massive day in World Cup soccer news as
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Frank Corrado: Why are the Canucks SO TERRIBLE in 2nd periods? Frank weighs in on his time under Mike Gillis.
01/04/2026 Duration: 25minTSN's Frank Corrado stops by with a brief bit of Italian soccer angst to start, but also gets into the state of the Canucks and their historically bad 2nd periods. Frank talks about whether that should concern Canucks' fans about coaching decisions in the future, and who thinks might be making those decisions in the offseason. Corrado also weighs in on rumours of former Canucks executive Mike Gillis as a possible new president in Toronto?! Thank you to our great sponsors:@bet365: Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.bet365.ca/GRETA Bar Vancouver | https://lnk.to/GRETAYVRYellow Dog Brewing | https://lnk.to/YDBrewingPizza Pizza: https://www.pizzapizza.ca/Pacific Toyota Dealers: https://www.shoptoyota.ca/Get an exclusive 15% discount on Saily data plans! Use code [SEKERES] at checkout. Download the Saily app or go to https://saily.com/sekeres Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.