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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Frank Corrado: Questionable lineup decisions for USA. And how the heck was McDavid wide open?!!!
21/02/2025 Duration: 22minTSN's Frank Corrado on the finer points of the Canadian win, including who's to blame for McDavid being so wide open, the questionable USA lineup decisions, and his Frank's old buddy Binnington rising to the occasion.
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Jeff Paterson: What is the future for Demko and Boeser? Can the Canucks regain their pre-break momentum
21/02/2025 Duration: 18minJeff Paterson also joins from RinkWide to weigh in on all things Canucks, and offers his thoughts on the future of Demko and Boeser in Vancouver, and whether the team can find its pre-break momentum.
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Feb 20, 2025: CAN vs USA but Hughes with Canucks, Demko not! *special show
20/02/2025 Duration: 46minIt's the game of the decade, maybe of the millenium, and Matt and Blake have you covered! The Canucks are right in the middle of the Four Nations Faceoff final drama as well, with Quinn Hughes and the "will he or won't he" storyline, so Matt and Blake take you through the whole story from the past few days. The guys look at the role the Canucks may have played in the decision making and what it means for the club after the break, and what it means for Team USA in the big game vs Canada. Matt and Blake also tackle the future of Thatcher Demko after yet another injury setback, and what that could mean to the Canucks playoff fortunes and the great momentum they had before the break. All that, plus some soccer, as the CMNT schedule 2 Euro friendlies, and Alphonso Davies score a biggie! Plus some Whitecaps news as well.
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Feb 18, 2025: Four Nations drama for EP40 and Hughes, plus O'Conner extends!
18/02/2025 Duration: 01h45minHuge amount of news with the final set for the Four Nations Faceoff. Matt and Blake breakdown the possible addition of Quinn Hughes to the USA lineup, plus the final lacklustre performance of Elias Pettersson with Sweden and how that might affect the Canucks' evaluation of the player ahead of the trade deadline. Speaking of the Canucks, Matt and Blake also weigh in on the new contract extension for newcomer Drew O'Conner. Jeff Marek joins from the The Sheet, and talks about his impressions of the tournament in the wake of the last few games. Jeff also opines on the future of Elias Pettersson, the overall tournament for Sweden, and the handling of injuries at the 4 Nations tournament. Then it's another chat with John Shannon, who shares his confidence that a successful EP40 trade could be made by the Canucks, plus, his answer on the future of Canadian goaltending. All that, plus a big Whitecaps injury, and the Jays getting set for camp with no Vladdy extension.
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Jeff Marek: Injuries at the 4 Nations. Pettersson's future in Vancouver
18/02/2025 Duration: 27minJeff Marek joins from the The Sheet, and talks about his impressions of the tournament in the wake of the last few games. Jeff also opines on the future of Elias Pettersson, the overall tournament for Sweden, and the handling of injuries at the 4 Nations tournament.
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John Shannon: Canucks still could successfully trade Petey. The future of Canadian goaltending.
18/02/2025 Duration: 20minJohn Shannon, who shares his confidence that a successful EP40 trade could be made by the Canucks, plus, his answer on the future of Canadian goaltending.
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Feb 17, 2025: Lankinen chased, Canada vs USA 2.0 is coming!
17/02/2025 Duration: 01h11minAfter Canada's big win over FInland, Matt and Blake break down the performance in their final round robin game and take a look ahead to another showdown with the Americans. The guys look at the epic game from the weekend as a backdrop, and how things could change for Thursday, from lineup to emotions. Also, a look at the performances of the Canucks at the tournament, and JT Miller. TSN's Darren Dreger stops by to give his thoughts on the impact of the tournament to this point, and where it goes from here as it turns into the World Cup. Dregs weighs in on 10 minute 3-on-3 overtime, and the other possible carry overs into NHL play, plus, any possible other nuggets of info as the Canucks creep closer to the trade deadline. All that, plus some Lions, Whitecaps and C's news as well!
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Darren Dreger: the impact of the 4 Nations Faceoff moving forward. 10 minute 3 on 3 permanently?
17/02/2025 Duration: 20minTSN's Darren Dreger stops by to give his thoughts on the impact of the tournament to this point, and where it goes from here as it turns into the World Cup. Dregs weighs in on 10 minute 3-on-3 overtime, and the other possible carry overs into NHL play, plus, any possible other nuggets of info as the Canucks creep closer to the trade deadline.
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Feb 14, 2025: Getting Boo-zy on CAN vs USA. Lankinen vs EP40
14/02/2025 Duration: 01h44minLots 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 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. Then it's 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. Sean White, head coach of Canada’s rugby 7s team, joins to discuss the 10th anniversary of the HSBC Sev
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Frank Corrado: Playing with and admiring Crosby, first hand. John Cooper's lineup options vs USA
14/02/2025 Duration: 20minTSN'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.
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Sean White: Rugby Coach for Team Canada stops by to talk Rugby 7's and Canadian Rugby
14/02/2025 Duration: 05minSean White, head coach of Canada’s rugby 7s team, joins to discuss the 10th anniversary of the HSBC Sevens at BC Place next weekend.
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Rob Williams: Petey's performance for SWE. A 'Golden Goal' statue?
14/02/2025 Duration: 15minRob 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.
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Feb 13, 2025: Stars shine for Canada, EP40 also plays
13/02/2025 Duration: 01h42minIn 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 prospects making waves of late. 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? All that, plus some Lions and Whitecaps signings as well
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Cam Robinson: An update on location from the 4 Nations in Montreal. And a look at some Canucks prospects
13/02/2025 Duration: 17minCam 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.
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Jeff Marek: An historical perspective on the quality of this Canadian team. Are the players buying in?
13/02/2025 Duration: 25minJeff 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?
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Feb 10, 2025: Canucks get Wins, Vibes and Injuries before the break
10/02/2025 Duration: 01h46minAfter 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 changes. Plus, is Carson Soucy really on the block and would Hughes still be playing for Team USA if this was the Olympics? Then 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. All that, plus a very brief Super Bowl recap and a Whitecaps ownership report that may or may not be optimistic.Thank you to our great sponsors:@bet365: It's never ordinary! Download the app today
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Jeff Paterson: What is the 'new' identity of this Vancouver Canucks team?
10/02/2025 Duration: 18minRinkWide'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/GRETAYVRYellow Dog Brewing | https://lnk.to/YDBrewingPacific Toyota Dealers l https://www.shoptoyota.ca/british-columbia/en?utm_source=TNN&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=pacific-influencer&utm_content=TheNationNetworkBen Moss l https://www.benmoss.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Darren Dreger: Canucks apetite for further changes? Is Carson Soucy really on the trade block?
10/02/2025 Duration: 18minTSN'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.com/GRETA Bar Vancouver | https://lnk.to/GRETAYVRYellow Dog Brewing | https://lnk.to/YDBrewingPacific Toyota Dealers l https://www.shoptoyota.ca/british-columbia/en?utm_source=TNN&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=pacific-influencer&utm_content=TheNationNetworkBen Moss l https://www.benmoss.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Feb 7, 2025: Canucks cap good week for newbies, Demko with win in SJ...one more to go before 4Nations break
07/02/2025 Duration: 01h31minMatt 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, and the Millers' farewell post to Vancouver.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.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 ho
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Arash Madani: Live from Super Bowl, with a bold prediction on the big game!
07/02/2025 Duration: 15minArash 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 Sevens: https://vansevens.com/GRETA Bar Vancouver | https://lnk.to/GRETAYVRYellow Dog Brewing | https://lnk.to/YDBrewingPacific Toyota Dealers l https://www.shoptoyota.ca/british-columbia/en?utm_source=TNN&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=pacific-influencer&utm_content=TheNationNetworkBen Moss l https://www.benmoss.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.