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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John Shannon: Remembering Greg Millen, a great player and even better person. Also, a look at the playoff format.
08/04/2025 Duration: 23minJohn Shannon back again, with a wonderful chat on the life of the late Greg Millen, longtime player and broadcaster. John also gets in to the Ovechkin goal record, and how it compares historically, plus his thoughts on the need for changes to the NHL standings and playoff format. 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/Safeway l https://www.safeway.ca/nhl/Resurrection Spirits l https://www.resurrectionspirits.ca/ourspirits/p/sekerespriceBogey Juice l https://www.bogeyjuice.com/GRETA Bar Vancouver | https://lnk.to/GRETAYVRYellow Dog Brewing | https://lnk.to/YDBrewingWhistler Golf Club l https://www.whistlergolf.com/Pacific 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/pr
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Cam Robinson: Räty review and a very important summer for Petey.
08/04/2025 Duration: 15minCam Robinson of Elite Prospects stops by to chat about the important summer ahead for centre Elias Pettersson, the demotion of Lekkerimäki to Abby, and a review of Räty's recent play and imminent future. Cam also chats about longer shot prospects like Ty Mueller and Anthony Romani who have been making noise of late. 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/Safeway l https://www.safeway.ca/nhl/Resurrection Spirits l https://www.resurrectionspirits.ca/ourspirits/p/sekerespriceBogey Juice l https://www.bogeyjuice.com/GRETA Bar Vancouver | https://lnk.to/GRETAYVRYellow Dog Brewing | https://lnk.to/YDBrewingWhistler Golf Club l https://www.whistlergolf.com/Pacific 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/ H
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Apr 7, 2025: Canucks officially on the ropes, EP40 shutdown?
07/04/2025 Duration: 01h36minAfter a win and loss over the weekend, Matt and Blake break down the last gasps of air in the Canucks season, albeit with some notable performances in both games. They look at the performance of some surprise players down the lineup, and the return to form for Kevin Lankinen in net. And after some reporting comes in on EP40's injury, is that it for the season? As a Canuck? Darren Dreger of TSN stops in to weigh in on the future of a pair of star Canucks. Dregs gives his thoughts on any possible movement for Pettersson, but also for Thatcher Demko as he plays out the string and tries to find the top of his game. Darren also addresses the uncertainty around coach Rick Tocchet and whether he really wants to be back next season. Then it's RinkWide's Jeff Paterson, with his full report card from the 2 games this weekend. He looks at the comeback of Höglander, Räty scoring again, Mancini getting prime minutes with Hughes, and the record 5 goal 1st period vs the Ducks. All that, plus the huge news of stadium negotia
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Jeff Paterson: The return of Nils Höglander! Also, good minutes for Räty and Mancini
07/04/2025 Duration: 19minRinkWide's Jeff Paterson, with his full report card from the 2 games this weekend. He looks at the comeback of Höglander, Räty scoring again, Mancini getting prime minutes with Hughes, and the record 5 goal 1st period vs the Ducks.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/Safeway l https://www.safeway.ca/nhl/Resurrection Spirits l https://www.resurrectionspirits.ca/ourspirits/p/sekerespriceBogey Juice l https://www.bogeyjuice.com/GRETA Bar Vancouver | https://lnk.to/GRETAYVRYellow Dog Brewing | https://lnk.to/YDBrewingWhistler Golf Club l https://www.whistlergolf.com/Pacific 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:Tocchet, Demko, Pettersson... so much uncertainty for next year.
07/04/2025 Duration: 15minDarren Dreger of TSN stops in to weigh in on the future of a pair of star Canucks. Dregs gives his thoughts on any possible movement for Pettersson, but also for Thatcher Demko as he plays out the string and tries to find the top of his game. Darren also addresses the uncertainty around coach Rick Tocchet and whether he really wants to be back next season. 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/Safeway l https://www.safeway.ca/nhl/Resurrection Spirits l https://www.resurrectionspirits.ca/ourspirits/p/sekerespriceBogey Juice l https://www.bogeyjuice.com/GRETA Bar Vancouver | https://lnk.to/GRETAYVRYellow Dog Brewing | https://lnk.to/YDBrewingWhistler Golf Club l https://www.whistlergolf.com/Pacific Toyota Dealers l https://www.shoptoyota.ca/british-columbia/en?utm_source=TNN&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=pacific-influencer&utm_content=TheNat
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Apr 4, 2025: Canucks worried about Tocchet? Högs' return, and the Ovie Chase,
04/04/2025 Duration: 01h49minAs the Canucks return to practice, Matt and Blake take a look at who's there and who's not, including a possible return to game action for Nils Höglander. The guys also look at the reports of Canucks front office discontent with the rumours of Tocchet leaving for the Flyers. And what is the tone of this team for the rest of the season, and will Tocchet be able to keep their attention after he admitted he had players who gave up on Wednesday. Jeff Marek makes his weekly visit to chat about the state of the Canucks and Tocchet, and he gives his two cents on whether Tocchet and EP40 can be a thing going forward. Plus, Jeff acclaims the hits record Sherwood, and talks about what the Rogers deal means for the league, and Bill Daly in particular. Jeff Paterson is next on Jeff-day, and he talks about the season that's been for the slumping Jake DeBrusk, plus he documents the long list of team stats that have led to the sub-par season, from Overtime to the home record to top line scoring... All that, plus a Whitecaps
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Jeff Paterson: Canucks can't score at home, in OT or at 5v5...but other than that, the team is fine
04/04/2025 Duration: 19minJeff Paterson is next on Jeff-day, and he talks about the season that's been for the slumping Jake DeBrusk, plus he documents the long list of team stats that have led to the sub-par season, from Overtime to the home record to top line scoring@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/Safeway l https://www.safeway.ca/nhl/Resurrection Spirits l https://www.resurrectionspirits.ca/ou...GRETA Bar Vancouver | https://lnk.to/GRETAYVRYellow Dog Brewing | https://lnk.to/YDBrewingPacific Toyota Dealers l https://www.shoptoyota.ca/british-col...Ben Moss l https://www.benmoss.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jef Marek: Digging into the Sherwood hits record and the state of Tocchet vs EP40
04/04/2025 Duration: 26minJeff Marek makes his weekly visit to chat about the state of the Canucks and Tocchet, and he gives his two cents on whether Tocchet and EP40 can be a thing going forward. Plus, Jeff acclaims the hits record Sherwood, and talks about what the Rogers deal means for the league, and Bill Daly in particular. @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/Safeway l https://www.safeway.ca/nhl/Resurrection Spirits l https://www.resurrectionspirits.ca/ou...GRETA Bar Vancouver | https://lnk.to/GRETAYVRYellow Dog Brewing | https://lnk.to/YDBrewingPacific Toyota Dealers l https://www.shoptoyota.ca/british-col...Ben Moss l https://www.benmoss.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Apr 3, 2025: Kraken sink Canucks, Tocchet tactics and EP40's future
03/04/2025 Duration: 01h43minAfter the Canucks suffer a 21st loss on home ice this season, Matt and Blake are left almost speechless from last night's performance. So instead, the guys focus on the post game comments as Rick Tocchet's frustrations continue, and Quinn Hughes expresses his disappointment in the Canucks' play down the stretch. The guys wonder about the possible return of EP40 this season, but also his relationship with the coach. Patrick Johnston of The Province stops by to briefly discuss the game vs the Kraken, but also gets into the Canucks losing their defensive identity, and then a deep dive into Rick Tocchet's viability for next season, especially if it's alongside centre Elias Pettersson. The Daily Hive's Rob Williams makes his weekly appearance, and goes over some Canucks season ending awards candidates, most notably MVP, most exciting and Unsung hero. He also weighs in on the Tocchet and EP40 storyline, and the risk of apathy from fans and players. All this, plus the Whitecaps stay afloat in their Champions Cup qua
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Rob Williams: Canucks awards candidates, and the risk of apathy setting in.
03/04/2025 Duration: 15minThe Daily Hive's Rob Williams makes his weekly appearance, and goes over some Canucks season ending awards candidates, most notably MVP, most exciting and Unsung hero. He also weighs in on the Tocchet and EP40 storyline, and the risk of apathy from fans and players. @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/Safeway l https://www.safeway.ca/nhl/Resurrection Spirits l https://www.resurrectionspirits.ca/ou...GRETA Bar Vancouver | https://lnk.to/GRETAYVRYellow Dog Brewing | https://lnk.to/YDBrewingPacific Toyota Dealers l https://www.shoptoyota.ca/british-col...Ben Moss l https://www.benmoss.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Patrick Johnston: Canucks losing their defensive prowess, and Rick Tocchet's viability for next season.
03/04/2025 Duration: 27minPatrick Johnston of The Province stops by to briefly discuss the game vs the Kraken, but also gets into the Canucks losing their defensive identity, and then a deep dive into Rick Tocchet's viability for next season, especially if it's alongside centre Elias Pettersson. @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/Safeway l https://www.safeway.ca/nhl/Resurrection Spirits l https://www.resurrectionspirits.ca/ou...GRETA Bar Vancouver | https://lnk.to/GRETAYVRYellow Dog Brewing | https://lnk.to/YDBrewingPacific Toyota Dealers l https://www.shoptoyota.ca/british-col...Ben Moss l https://www.benmoss.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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April 2, 2025: Tocchet talks, and No Changes as Canucks face Kraken
02/04/2025 Duration: 01h42minAfter Rick Tocchet's first meeting with the media in a long time, there's lots to chew on for Matt and Blake as they get you set for the Canucks vs the Kraken. The guys react, and listen in, to the coach's comments on his contract, the possible returns of EP40 and Chytil, and the somewhat controversial workloads of Hughes and Lekkerimäki. Former Canucks exec Laurence Gilman, going deep on the possible timeline for a Tocchet contract, and whether the coach will need roster assurances before he signs. LG weighs in on the price of coaches, and when too much is just too much. TSN's Frank Corrado weighs in on the Canucks chase of the sizzling Blues, who just refuse to lose, and whether the frustrations of the out of town scoreboard eventually reach the dressing room. Frankie also gets into how the lineup and ice time may change as the season winds down. All that, plus the final setup for the Whitecaps and Pumas and the CFL gets a new commissioner!@bet365: It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo c
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Frank Corrado: A look at the lineup and potential shifts in ice-time and a frustrating NHL scoreboard.
02/04/2025 Duration: 22minTSN's Frank Corrado pops by to weigh in on the Canucks chase of the sizzling Blues, who just refuse to lose, and whether the frustrations of the out of town scoreboard eventually reach the dressing room. Frankie also gets into how the lineup and ice time may change as the season winds down.@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/Safeway l https://www.safeway.ca/nhl/Resurrection Spirits l https://www.resurrectionspirits.ca/ou...GRETA Bar Vancouver | https://lnk.to/GRETAYVRYellow Dog Brewing | https://lnk.to/YDBrewingPacific Toyota Dealers l https://www.shoptoyota.ca/british-col...Ben Moss l https://www.benmoss.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Laurence Gilman: A timeline for Rick Tocchet's contract signing, and a look at when the price is just too much.
02/04/2025 Duration: 14minFormer Canucks exec Laurence Gilman, going deep on the possible timeline for a Tocchet contract, and whether the coach will need roster assurances before he signs. Plus, LG weighs in on the price of coaches, and when too much is just too much. @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/Safeway l https://www.safeway.ca/nhl/Resurrection Spirits l https://www.resurrectionspirits.ca/ou...GRETA Bar Vancouver | https://lnk.to/GRETAYVRYellow Dog Brewing | https://lnk.to/YDBrewingPacific Toyota Dealers l https://www.shoptoyota.ca/british-col...Ben Moss l https://www.benmoss.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Apr 1, 2025: Canucks back at practice, EP40 and Chytil updates?
01/04/2025 Duration: 01h45minThe Canucks got back on the ice today, as they get set to open their homestand tomorrow vs the Kraken. Matt and Blake get you set with a likely lineup, and the latest on the injured players that were sent home off the road trip: Petterson, Höglander and Chytil. The guys talk about getting the kids more looks down the stretch before the end of the season, and whether banged up veterans should get a break. They also chat about the new national TV rights deal with Rogers. Cam Robinson joins from Elite Prospects to discuss his view on the Canucks mathematical chances, and what they should do with the remaining games on the schedule. Plus, Cam talks about any advantage to the Canucks of losing to move up a few more spots in this neighbourhood of the draft, and the value of their current prospects in picks in trying to find a centre. Then it's John Shannon stopping by for his take on the Canucks falling out of the playoff race, and what it might mean in the Rick Tocchet negotiations. Plus, with all his experience,
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Cam Robinson: Is it worth moving up or down in the draft? What should they do with the lineup for remaining games?
01/04/2025 Duration: 18minCam Robinson joins from Elite Prospects to discuss his view on the Canucks mathematical chances, and what they should do with the remaining games on the schedule. Plus, Cam talks about any advantage to the Canucks of losing to move up a few more spots in this neighbourhood of the draft, and the value of their current prospects in picks in trying to find a centre. @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/Safeway l https://www.safeway.ca/nhl/Resurrection Spirits l https://www.resurrectionspirits.ca/ou...GRETA Bar Vancouver | https://lnk.to/GRETAYVRYellow Dog Brewing | https://lnk.to/YDBrewingPacific Toyota Dealers l https://www.shoptoyota.ca/british-col...Ben Moss l https://www.benmoss.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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John Shannon: Tocchet negotiations and the new league's new TV deal.
01/04/2025 Duration: 24minJohn Shannon stopping by for his take on the Canucks falling out of the playoff race, and what it might mean in the Rick Tocchet negotiations. Plus, with all his experience, John weighs in on the new Rogers NHL deal and why the league went this direction as opposed to getting more than one buyer. Also, is Amazon Prime in on this deal as well? @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/Safeway l https://www.safeway.ca/nhl/Resurrection Spirits l https://www.resurrectionspirits.ca/ou...GRETA Bar Vancouver | https://lnk.to/GRETAYVRYellow Dog Brewing | https://lnk.to/YDBrewingPacific Toyota Dealers l https://www.shoptoyota.ca/british-col...Ben Moss l https://www.benmoss.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mar 31, 2025: Road Trip Review: Canucks playoff push ends
31/03/2025 Duration: 01h11minAfter falling to the Jets on Sunday, Matt and Blake take a look at what was likely the death knell for the Canucks' playoff hopes. The guys look at the deterioration of an over worked Quinn Hughes, the rise of some AHL talent like Räty and Karlsson, and the mostly triumphant return of Thatcher Demko. RinkWide's Jeff Paterson joins too, to point forward on what the rest of the season may look like, and if there's any life left in the team. Plus, Jeff weighs in on what to expect at practice on Tuesday as we wait on the return of EP40, Chytil and Höglander. And after being the bright spots on the road trip, what does Jeff think about the return of Boeser and Suter for next season? All that, plus the Whitecaps get a road point, the NLL Warriors get another win, and has baseball finally innovated a new style of bat?@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/Safeway l https://www.safeway.ca/nhl/Resurrecti
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Jeff Paterson: Is there any life left in this team for the rest of the season?
31/03/2025 Duration: 20minRinkWide's Jeff Paterson joins too, to point forward on what the rest of the season may look like, and if there's any life left in the team. Plus, Jeff weighs in on what to expect at practice on Tuesday as we wait on the return of EP40, Chytil and Höglander. And after being the bright spots on the road trip, what does Jeff think about the return of Boeser and Suter for next season? @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/Safeway l https://www.safeway.ca/nhl/Resurrection Spirits l https://www.resurrectionspirits.ca/ou...GRETA Bar Vancouver | https://lnk.to/GRETAYVRYellow Dog Brewing | https://lnk.to/YDBrewingPacific Toyota Dealers l https://www.shoptoyota.ca/british-col...Ben Moss l https://www.benmoss.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mar 28, 2025: Canucks battle CBJ and illness, as Tocchet chatter continues
28/03/2025 Duration: 01h38minIt's another Canucks gameday, as the latest "must win" is in Ohio.. Matt and Blake take a look at the likely lineup as the Canucks will battle the flu bug and the Blue Jackets tonight. The guys look at what might be the final days of Tocchet with the Canucks, the dwindling playoff chances, and the high workload of Hughes tonight and going forward. The Sheet's Jeff Marek stops by to tell us what he's hearing regarding coaching changes around the NHL, the role that goaltending often plays in where coaches choose to go, and Jeff offers up his predictions on how the current wild card teams (Wild and Blues) might finish the season. The Daily Hive's Rob Williams stops by for a deep dive into the work of Tocchet, his successes and failures, and the debate on whether Miller/EP40 will prevent the Canucks from meeting his price. Rob also gives you the required arena seat update, and the latest in the DH reporting on Miller's poster removals around the rink. All that, plus the Whitecaps prep for a showdown in Toronto, B