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 11, 2025: Is EP25 the favourite Pettersson?? Canucks down Avs
11/04/2025 Duration: 01h37minThe points may not matter but the Canucks finish off the mini road sweep and look pretty darn good doing it, so Matt and Blake take a look at what's making the team tick as they take down some good teams and finish the season strong. The guys look at Kevin Lankinen's resurgence of late, the goals explosion overall, and the role players stepping up like Joshua, Räty, Sherwood and others. RinkWide's Jeff Paterson finishes off the week with his recap of the spirited games in both Denver and Dallas. He gives his theories on why the offence has exploded in the past month, and on the continued development of the young defencemen in EP25 and Victor Mancini. Jeff also has some ideas on the future of Boeser and how he may be treated by the fans and team in these final 3 home games. Whitecaps head coach Jesper Sorensen stops by to chat about this storybook run in Champions Cup but also overall, as they get set to host Austin FC on Saturday at BC Place. He talks about his chance to coach against Lionel Messi later this
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Jesper Sørensen: Storybook start for the Whitecaps and how to coach against Lionel Messi.
11/04/2025 Duration: 11minWhitecaps head coach Jesper Sorensen stops by to chat about this storybook run in Champions Cup but also overall, as they get set to host Austin FC on Saturday at BC Place. He talks about his chance to coach against Lionel Messi later this month, and gives a health update on Ryan Gauld and others as they try to keep the successes coming to start the 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/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://ww
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Jeff Paterson: Where is this offence coming from? Mancini and D-Petey learning fast.
11/04/2025 Duration: 23minRinkWide's Jeff Paterson finishes off the week with his recap of the spirited games in both Denver and Dallas. He gives his theories on why the offence has exploded in the past month, and on the continued development of the young defencemen in EP25 and Victor Mancini. Jeff also has some ideas on the future of Boeser and how he may be treated by the fans and team in these final 3 home games. @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=TheNation
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Apr 10, 2025: Canucks are OUT, is Boeser too?
10/04/2025 Duration: 01h46minThe Canucks weren't even in action but lose anyway as the math runs out on the season, so Matt and Blake beging the process of looking back at where it ulitimately went wrong and who's department is most to blame. The guys look at recent comments from both Boeser and Hughes as indicators of where the team is headed, and they look at the angst in the marlet as the team misses the playoffs for the 8th time in 10 seasons. Patrick Johnston of Postmedia stops by debrief the reasons for the Canucks' elimination from making the playoffs. PJ talks on the Miller trade, management mishaps along the way, EP40's season, Hughes' confidence in the team, and the uncertainty at centre and for Chytil in particular. Then The Daily Hive's Rob Williams weighs in on the bold promotion of Brock Boeser for next year's season tickets, fans buying in to a re-load of the team, and the confidence in Vancouver sports fans that Lionel Messi will show up to face the Whitecaps in the Champions Cup semi. The guys wrap it up with more on the
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Rob Williams: Are fans buying into a 'reload' for this core? Will Messi show up this time?
10/04/2025 Duration: 22minThe Daily Hive's Rob Williams weighs in on the bold promotion of Brock Boeser for next year's season tickets, fans buying in to a re-load of the team, and the confidence in Vancouver sports fans that Lionel Messi will show up to face the Whitecaps in the Champions Cup semi. 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 m
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Patrick Johnston: Management's missteps, and the Captain's confidence in this team
10/04/2025 Duration: 23minPatrick Johnston of Postmedia stops by debrief the reasons for the Canucks' elimination from making the playoffs. PJ talks on the Miller trade, management mishaps along the way, EP40's season, Hughes' confidence in the team, and the uncertainty at centre and for Chytil in particular. 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/pri
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Apr 9, 2025: The Comeback Canucks! Joy for a night, but odds remain the same!
09/04/2025 Duration: 01h27minAfter an historic, crazy win for the Canucks, Matt and Blake jump on the chance to talk about joy for Canucks fans after the night that was in Dallas. The guys talk about the efforts of the young players and role players in being the catalysts for the comeback, and what they take away from it even it doesn't mean they make the playoffs. They also drill down on Pius Suter's contract situation and if his performance necessitates a contract extension even if it's a slight overpayment. Former Canucks exec Laurence Gilman weighs in on the pros and cons of giving Suter his bag of cash, he talks about any chance the Canucks have at the Stars free agents, and the guys get into a debate over their NHL Mt Rushmores, and whether Ovechkin gets in. Then it's TSN's Frank Corrado with his review of the crazy comeback, and whether the Suter dilemma is amplified given the lack of viable centres in the free agent class this summer. All that, plus the Whitecaps try to advance to the Champions Cup semis, and the latest in baseba
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Frank Corrado: A review of the record breaking comeback win last night. And a look at off season moves.
09/04/2025 Duration: 20minTSN's Frank Corrado with his review of the crazy comeback, and whether the Suter dilemma is amplified given the lack of viable centres in the free agent class this 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/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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Laurence Gilman: How big of a bag for Suter? Does Ovi make Mt Rushmore?
09/04/2025 Duration: 15minFormer Canucks exec Laurence Gilman weighs in on the pros and cons of giving Suter his bag of cash, he talks about any chance the Canucks have at the Stars free agents, and the guys get into a debate over their NHL Mt Rushmores, and whether Ovechkin gets in. 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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Apr 8, 2025: Demko vs Dallas - Should the Canucks sign Stars stars in summer?
08/04/2025 Duration: 01h49minThe Canucks start their 2 game road trip in Dallas with the math all but done, so Matt and Blake get into the lineup and if there are any surprises from the injured list. They go over the contributions of the young players of late, and then chat about the possibility of the Canucks signing away some current Dallas Stars who are head to free agency in the summer. Cam 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. Then it's John 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. All that, plus the Golf Report is back, a Whitecap
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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.