Tsn 1040: Sekeres & Price

Canucks PA announcer Al Murdoch to tell some stories about his gig at the Four Nations Faceoff final between Canada and the USA. The voice of the Canucks home rink talked about the atmosphere and the challenges of remaining neutral in a big game. 

Jeff Paterson of RinkWide has extensive thoughts on the media treatment of EP40, and many questions about the player on the ice, but he also talks about the overall direction of the team now that teams like Utah are within striking distance of the Canucks' playoff spot. 

TSN's Darren Dreger chimes in with health updates on Hughes, Demko and Pettersson. Plus, he gets into whether there is a real possibility of Demko and Pettersson trades, and the trade market in general. 

Canada re-asserts its hockey dominance with an OT win over the States and Matt and Blake are all over the historic victory. A look back at the memorable performances from the likes of Marner, Mackinnon, McDavid and Binnington. What would it have looked like with Quinn Hughes there for Team USA? The Canucks also get set for action quickly, so the boys look ahead to their date in Vegas, and whether Hughes will even end up playing in that one. They also debate the poll question "Who is the Canucks' number 1 goaltender?", now that Demko is once again on the shelf and Lankinen has signed his big 5 year deal. Jeff 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. Then it's TSN'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

WWE's Chelse Green joins the guys ahead of a big week coming up north of the border, as WWE visits Toronto for a couple of cards. She also weighs in on the Canadian win, and her thoughts on the Canucks chances the rest of the way!

TSN'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.

Jeff 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.

It'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.

Huge 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.

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. 

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. 

After 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!

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.

Lots 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

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. 

Sean White, head coach of Canada’s rugby 7s team, joins to discuss the 10th anniversary of the HSBC Sevens at BC Place next weekend. 

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.

In 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

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?