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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July 3, 2025: Canucks spurned by Suter, 2C hole remains
03/07/2025 Duration: 01h46minThank 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/YDBrewingVancouver Canadians l https://www.milb.com/vancouverWhistler 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=TheNationNetwork Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Rob Williams: Evander Kane vs Pius Suter. Will the Canucks need to trade D Petey to get what they need?
03/07/2025 Duration: 16minThe Daily Hive's Rob Williams with his optimism around Kane acquisition stacked up against the reality of losing Suter. Rob also weighs in on the possibility the Canucks may have to trade defenceman Elias Pettersson in order to get the centre help they need, and will Dakota Joshua last the summer? 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/YDBrewingVancouver Canadians l https://www.milb.com/vancouverWhistler 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=TheNationNetwork Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Patrick Johnston: Have the Canucks killed their penalty kill? Rossi still an option?
03/07/2025 Duration: 23minPostmedia's Patrick Johnston stops by to give his insight on the Canucks decision making around the centre ice position. PJ talks about team's confidence in the group they have and where they might be able to still make chances before the summer is through. Is Marco Rossi still a possibility? Plus, will the penalty kill potentially need a lot of help? 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/YDBrewingVancouver Canadians l https://www.milb.com/vancouverWhistler 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=TheNationNetwork Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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July 2, 2025: Good enough? Can the Hughes-EP-Boeser-Demko core bounce back?
02/07/2025 Duration: 01h44minThe core is back for the Canucks, can they find their mojo once more? Matt and Blake jump into the return of the core group of Canucks players, with new contracts in hand, and talk about the odds of a renaissance from the group. They listen in on Boeser's media availability and what led to his return, and what it means for the future of Quinn Hughes. Plus, the guys debate whether there are still imminent moves ahead this summer or if the centre ice position will be slow played for as long as it takes. RinkWide's Irfaan Gaffar stops in for his insight on the Boeser change of heart, both by player and team, and what it means for the guys in the room. Irf also chimes on the Garland and Demko contracts, and how this team lines up as it stands right now. TSN's Frank Corrado then drops in to share his thoughts on the retirement of insider Bob McKenzie, the likelihood of EP40 and Chytil as the top 2 Canucks centres, and the need for Boeser's goals in a weird off season marketplace. All that, plus the Golf Report, so
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Khal Stephen: Rising quickly. What it's like playing in Vancouver at Nat Bailey Stadium.
02/07/2025 Duration: 06minThe young superstar prospect pitcher for the Vancouver Canadians joins Matt and Blake to discuss his quick rise through the minors so far and what it's like playing in Vancouver at the legendary Nat Bailey Stadium.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/YDBrewingVancouver Canadians l https://www.milb.com/vancouverWhistler 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=TheNationNetwork Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Frank Corrado: EP40 and Chytil as Canucks top 2 C? Bob McKenzie retires.
02/07/2025 Duration: 18minTSN's Frank Corrado then drops in to share his thoughts on the retirement of insider Bob McKenzie, the likelihood of EP40 and Chytil as the top 2 Canucks centres, and the need for Boeser's goals in a weird off season marketplace. 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/YDBrewingVancouver Canadians l https://www.milb.com/vancouverWhistler 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=TheNationNetwork Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Irfaan Gaffar: Insight into Boeser's change of heart and what it means to 'the room'
02/07/2025 Duration: 16minRinkWide's Irfaan Gaffar stops in for his insight on the Boeser change of heart, both by player and team, and what it means for the guys in the room. Irf also chimes on the Garland and Demko contracts, and how this team lines up as it stands right now. 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/YDBrewingVancouver Canadians l https://www.milb.com/vancouverWhistler 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=TheNationNetwork Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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July 1, 2025: Boeser Back! Demko deal done! Canucks decide to run it back
01/07/2025 Duration: 01h42minFree agency opens in the NHL and the Canucks decide to stay with the guys they have. Matt and Blake react to the re-signing of Boeser, Demko and Garland amidst a sea of mediocrity in the NHL market. The guys debate the gamble on health, and whether the Canucks have the flexibility to add somebody at a later date. Plus, they get into the possibility of these moves helping in the effort to retain Quinn Hughes past the next 2 seasons. RinkWide's Jeff Paterson joins after the Patrik Allvin media conference to discuss the GM's remarks and the day as a whole. JPat discusses the playoff likelihood of this team, the offensive capabilities, and the decisions in goal. Then it's Cam Robinson from Elite Prospects on the Boeser contract, the draft team discount, and Boeser's importance on the ice and in the room. Cam also weighs in on the full Canucks draft class, and who might provide the highest end return if it all works out. The guys finish up with a baseball wrap up from the M's, Jays and C's.Thank you to our great s
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Cam Robinson: Boeser's importance on offence and 'in the room'
01/07/2025 Duration: 20minCam Robinson from Elite Prospects on the Boeser contract, the draft team discount, and Boeser's importance on the ice and in the room. Cam also weighs in on the full Canucks draft class, and who might provide the highest end return if it all works out. 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/YDBrewingVancouver Canadians l https://www.milb.com/vancouverWhistler 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=TheNationNetwork Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jeff Paterson: LIVE from Allvin press conference. Are the Canucks a playoff team now?
01/07/2025 Duration: 24minRinkWide's Jeff Paterson joins after the Patrik Allvin media conference to discuss the GM's remarks and the day as a whole. JPat discusses the playoff likelihood of this team, the offensive capabilities, and the decisions in goal. 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/YDBrewingVancouver Canadians l https://www.milb.com/vancouverWhistler 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=TheNationNetwork Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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June 30, 2025: Free Agency Eve! Canucks set to extend Demko, and Abby Canucks stars re-signed
30/06/2025 Duration: 01h58minThe Frenzy is almost here! Matt and Blake get you set for NHL free agency as the final bits of business are attended to before the new financial year begins. The guys get into the imminent re-signing of Thatcher Demko and how that affects the Canucks goaltending plans, plus their thoughts on all the Abby Canucks players that have new deals, and what that tells us about their plans, or lack thereof, come July 1st. TSN's Darren Dreger drops in with the very latest on what conversations the Canucks are having with possible trade partners, and internally about other free agents. Dregs also has the goods on where Canucks free agents, like Boeser and Suter, might be headed tomorrow and on why trade targets like Rossi and Byram still haven't moved and may not ever! Then it's a look back to draft day as The Daily Faceoff's Steven Ellis joins the guys to dive deep into the Canucks' entire draft class. Steven gets into any themes overall, and which players are particularly intriguing, not to mention when to expect thes
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Darren Dreger: What is happening with Brock Boeser and Pius Suter?
30/06/2025 Duration: 19minTSN's Darren Dreger drops in with the very latest on what conversations the Canucks are having with possible trade partners, and internally about other free agents. Dregs also has the goods on where Canucks free agents, like Boeser and Suter, might be headed tomorrow and on why trade targets like Rossi and Byram still haven't moved and may not ever! 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/YDBrewingVancouver Canadians l https://www.milb.com/vancouverWhistler 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=TheNationNetwork Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Steven Ellis: A look at what the Canucks can expect from this year's draft class
30/06/2025 Duration: 16minA look back to draft day as The Daily Faceoff's Steven Ellis joins the guys to dive deep into the Canucks' entire draft class. Steven gets into any themes overall, and which players are particularly intriguing, not to mention when to expect these players to make the big league! 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/YDBrewingVancouver Canadians l https://www.milb.com/vancouverWhistler 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=TheNationNetwork Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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June 27, 2025: Draft Day Special! And Garland extends in Vancouver
28/06/2025 Duration: 01h54minThe much anticipated 2025 NHL Draft is here and Sekeres and Price are live for the first round. Much to many people's surprise, the Canucks do in fact, make their 1st round pick. Connor Garland signs an extension. And the boys also recap and react to Evander Kane's press conference yesterday.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/YDBrewingVancouver Canadians l https://www.milb.com/vancouverWhistler 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=TheNationNetwork Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jeff Paterson: A look at the pick, Garland's extension and Kane's addition
28/06/2025 Duration: 37minRinkWide Vancouver's Jeff Paterson joins Matt and Blake to discuss the Canucks pick, Connor Garland's contract, the Evander Kane addition and what is still left to get done.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/YDBrewingVancouver Canadians l https://www.milb.com/vancouverWhistler 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=TheNationNetwork Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Cam Robinson: Live from the Draft in Los Angeles.
28/06/2025 Duration: 10minCam Robinson of Elite Prospects joins us from the NHL Draft in Los Angeles, shortly after the Canucks make their 1st round pick. Cam and the boys review the newest Canuck, Braeden Cootes.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/YDBrewingVancouver Canadians l https://www.milb.com/vancouverWhistler 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=TheNationNetwork Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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June 26, 2025: Kane able to help EP40? Reaction continues and so do other deals!
26/06/2025 Duration: 02h05minThe aftermath continues in the wake of the Evander Kane trade to Vancouver, and Matt and Blake are looking at all the angles, including how Kane may or may not help the resurgence of Elias Pettersson. The guys listen to Patrik Allvin's comments on the trade, and on the likelihood of Kane being on his best behaviour. They also chat about the other deals from around the league, including Peterka's departure from Buffalo. Patrick Johnston of Postmedia then jumps into the fray with his thoughts on the acquisition, what Kane has left in his tank and how it changes what's next for the Canucks in the offseason. Jeff Marek of The Sheet also stops by to talk about the trade and where it leaves the Canucks, plus the state of the goaltending market and where Silovs stands with a Demko extension now likely. The guys wrap it all up with a recap of a rare Whitecaps loss, the Lions pull the reigns back on Rourke at practice, and the C's with a super rare home loss at the Nat!Thank you to our great sponsors:@bet365: It's nev
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Patrick Johnston: Can Kane behave in Vancouver? A look at other trades around the league
26/06/2025 Duration: 25minPatrick Johnston of Postmedia then jumps into the fray with his thoughts on the acquisition, what Kane has left in his tank and how it changes what's next for the Canucks in the offseason. 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/YDBrewingVancouver Canadians l https://www.milb.com/vancouverWhistler 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=TheNationNetwork Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jeff Marek: Fallout from the Kane trade and a look at the 3 headed monster growing in Canucks net.
26/06/2025 Duration: 27minJeff Marek of The Sheet also stops by to talk about the trade and where it leaves the Canucks, plus the state of the goaltending market and where Silovs stands with a Demko extension now likely. 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/YDBrewingVancouver Canadians l https://www.milb.com/vancouverWhistler 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=TheNationNetwork Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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June 25, 2025: TRADING DAY: Evander Kane to the Canucks, what's next??
25/06/2025 Duration: 01h43minThe Canucks jump into the trade waters and make a deal for Evander Kane from the Oilers.. Blake is joined by guest co-host Jeff Paterson to break down the costs to the Canucks in dollars, cap hit, and PR. The guys debate where this leaves the Canucks going forward as they try to improve for next season, and will a roster player have to leave now if they want a 2nd line centre? Also, the Abby Canucks return home and Arturs Silovs shares his thoughts on where he thinks might be playing next season. TSN's Darren Dreger joins to lay out how the Kane trade came to be, and what might be next for a Canucks team that he thinks may be among the busiest in the NHL. Dregs even goes through a rapid fire of players he thinks will be on the move this week. Then it's Cam Robinson at the draft for Elite Prospects, with strong opinions on what Kane does and doesn't do for the Canucks. Cam offers up his list of players that could be used to clear space for the Canucks, and then presents a surprise take on what the Canucks will