Tsn 1040: Sekeres & Price

A newsy Thursday in June? You bet it is! Matt and Blake chew on a bunch of tidbits today from the Canucks reportedly shopping Ilya Mikheyev, to the availability of Patrik Laine, to the signings of Kaako and Chatfield elsewhere in the NHL. Not to mention, the guys talk about Former Canucks AGM and S&P contributor Laurence Gilman parting ways with the Leafs. Patrick Johnston of The Province stops by and gives his latest thoughts on the Canucks' off-season plan, which he thinks still may include a Flip Hronek trade. PJ also weighs in on the debate of the week “Should the Canucks chase a top-end free agent, or simply get more free agent talent from the middle end of the talent pool?”. Then it’s Rob Williams from The Daily Hive Vancouver to chat about the many options in free agency and his opinion on Laine as an acquisition. All that, plus the latest from Lions and Whitecaps camps as they get set for games this weekend. Presented by Applewood Auto Group.Follow us on social. Thank you to our sponsors

Big game hunting?Despite the Canucks having several holes to fill on the roster, today the guys look at the possibility of the team devoting a lot of their cap space to bringing in a true difference maker to the team on the free agent market. Frankie Corrado stops by and gives his opinion on the matter, including his scouting report on the top tier and 2nd tier players. Also, Frank gets into the role of salary cap websites as tools for teams, but also talks about how players use the sites as well. Then the guys are joined by Hart Levine of PuckPedia, the sole salary cap site that will be left standing when CapFriendly goes dark in July. Hart gets into the history of his site and what got him interested in doing it. He also weighs in on the current crop of free agents, and the new changes his site has recently undergone. All that, plus another edition of The Golf Report as we get set for the US Open! Presented by Applewood Auto Group.Follow us on social. Thank you to our sponsors:bet365 | Whatever the mom

The Cup gets closer to Florida, but Patrik Allvin misses out his chance at a trophy, so lots to chat about for Matt and Blake on today’s show.The guys also share their thoughts on Roberto Luongo having another 2-0 lead in the Stanley Cup Final, the latest rumours on Canucks free agents, and the NHL shooting itself in the foot again with regards to the salary cap websites. John Shannon then steps in and gives his thoughts on the Stanley Cup Final, the ups and downs of the Oilers, and the level of officiating that we’ve seen in the playoffs. He also discusses Patrik Allvin falling short in voting for GM of the year, and what the acquisition of CapFriendly means to the rest of the hockey industry. BC Lions owner Amar Doman joins us to recap a tough season-opener loss to the Argos before setting the stage for Saturday's home opener that will feature 50 Cent in front of 50,000+ fans at BC Place! All that, plus a big week ahead for the Whitecaps as well! Presented by Applewood Auto Group.Follow us on soci

July 1st is only getting closer and the guys are drilling down on what the Canucks really need, debating whether it’s Eias Lindholm or more wingers and defensemen. They unveil the name of the new Canucks skills coach as well, not to mention, the big changes in the salary cap and salary cap tracking. Rink Wide: Vancouver host Jeff Paterson joins the show today as well, talking about the assistant coaching changes for the Canucks and how that may affect the power play in particular, and what the Sedins will have to offer in an increased role. Plus, Jeff weighs in on what Canucks management might be thinking in terms of priority: centre, wingers, or defence. Then it’s some Lions talk with Head Coach Rick Campbell, as they break down BC’s loss in the season opener and where there’s room for improvement before the huge home opener on Saturday vs the Stamps. All that, plus some Whitecaps and Canada soccer news as well! Presented by Applewood Auto Group.Follow us on social. Thank you to our sponsors:bet365

Reports are swirling about the possible return of some Canucks free agents, so Matt and Blake take it all on, from Lindholm to Zadorov. Can they fit them under the cap, and even so, does it cost them their ability to bolster the defence and winger corps? Not to mention, they get into the issue of committing long term to older players and guys that are “core” to the team. Frank Corrado joins the guys as well, with another breakdown on the performance of Canucks prospect Josh Bloom at the Memorial Cup, he gives his 2 cents on the idea of a Lindholm return, and on what successful coaching looks like for a good PP unit. All that, plus all your feedback with another edition of “To the People We Go”, and a preview of the weekend for the Lions, C’s and the Canadian Men’s Soccer team.All that, plus some ticket news from the BC Lions and a lot more! Follow us on social. Thank you to our sponsors:bet365 | Whatever the moment, it's Never Ordinary at bet365. Download the App today & use Promo Code VANBONUSGreat Clips

The Bench Bosses are revealed! The Canucks have filled out the rest of the coaching staff next season, so Matt and Blake weigh in on the promotion of the Sedins and former skills coach Yogi Švejkovský. We hear from Head Coach Rick Tocchet at yesterday’s media availability and try to unveil the thinking of the organization. The guys tackle what this may mean for the special teams, and how it impacts the momentum they had coming out of this season. The Province’s Patrick Johnston stops by as well, he gives his thoughts on the new coaching assignments, plus he has more on the Nikita Zadorov negotiations and the possible term being discussed. Also, PJ gives his take on the day’s poll question on trading players on a high, not to mention, his comfort in overpaying to keep free agents. All that, plus some ticket news from the BC Lions and a lot more! Follow us on social. Thank you to our sponsors:bet365 | Whatever the moment, it's Never Ordinary at bet365. Download the App today & use Promo Code

It might be the start of June but the Canucks are still making news, so lots for the guys to talk about. The team announced changes to their coaching staff today, so Matt and Blake discuss what that means to Rick Tocchet’s bench, and maybe the PP as well. Plus, their reaction to reports of Ian Cole moving on, and the poll question on whether the Canucks should overpay to get any of their free agents locked up. Daily Faceoff’s Frank Seravallli stops by to reveal he doesn’t think the Canucks will likely win the Martin Necas sweepstakes (but adds that Brett Pesce will get to July 1), plus his latest temperature check on the Flip Hronek negotiations, and the future of Boeser and Garland on the Canucks' wings. Then TSN’s Farhan Lalji stops by with his view on the Luke Gazdic incident, and a look ahead to the BC Lions season overall, not to mention their well-attended home opener. Presented by Applewood Auto Group.Follow us on social. Thank you to our sponsors:bet365 | Whatever the moment, it's Never Ordi

The Oilers-Canucks rivalry seems to be growing, long after the series has ended, as Matt and Blake react to a scathing rant by HNIC analyst Luke Gazdic. The guys get into the role of national media versus regional, and what fans look for in their hockey coverage. Also, they guys kick around the Martin Necas rumours, and how the Canucks stack up vs the teams that are supposedly involved. Just by chance, it happened to be the usual day for longtime HNIC executive producer John Shannon to join the show, and he gets into what the expectations are for guys like Gazdic, how he guided former coaches and players in those roles, and how he sees the role today. The guys also talk about the Stanley Cup matchup as well, and how it might play out. All that, plus an update on the Lions' season opener on the road this weekend, and a whole lot more! Presented by Applewood Auto Group.Follow us on social. Thank you to our sponsors:bet365 | Whatever the moment, it's Never Ordinary at bet365. Download the App today &am

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The off-season roster construction continues for Canucks, and the Martin Necas sweepstakes are heating up too, so Matt and Blake go over the cost of acquisition for the scoring winger and if a Hronek-Necas trade would even make sense for Vancouver. Plus, with the Oilers-Stars into a best-of-3, are Canucks fans cheering against Edmonton? Daily Faceoff’s Frank Seravalli makes his weekly appearance to discuss his own comments about the market of Vancouver, but also Elias Pettersson’s post-season comments and how that may or may not affect the organization's evaluation of the player. Frank also weighs in on the cost of acquisition for Necas, and he gives a few educated guesses at salary cap hits for the Canucks free agents.Plus a weekend preview of the local teams, and another edition of “To the People We Go”! Presented by Applewood Auto Group.Follow us on social. Thank you to our sponsors:bet365 | Whatever the moment, it's Never Ordinary at bet365. Download the App today & use Promo Code VANBONUSGreat C

The Canucks defence corps is in the spotlight today, as Matt and Blake wonder aloud who will, and who should, patrol the right side of Quinn Hughes’ pairing. The Canucks face big decisions on Flip Hronek and Nikita Zadorov, but there are other fish in the sea that might work just as well, and maybe one of them is Chris Tanev?Patrick Johnston stops by with his own opinions on the matter, plus he looks at the Canucks coaching staff for next season and who could replace Mike Yeo as an assistant. Not to mention, PJ updates the file on the Canucks practice facility.Then it’s Rob Williams with his first visit since the end of the season, he gets into the defensive discussion, and whether the Canucks will look vastly different from the group that surprised this season. All that, plus a look at the Whitecaps win in KC, the prep for the Lions' final preseason game, plus Canadian Open golf and Canadian success at the French Open! Presented by Applewood Auto Group.Follow us on social. Thank you to our sponsors:bet365 |

Should they stay or should they go?! On today’s show, Matt and Blake drill deeper into the possible free agent departures from the Canucks, from RFA’s like Hronek to the UFA’s like Zadorov, Joshua and Lindholm. Frank Corrado weighs in on if the Canucks showed enough to run it back like they were, or saw enough holes to make changes. He also weighs in on the Elias Pettersson injury announcement, and on if that was considered standard or out of the norm. Plus, Frank has heated opinions on the “beaver tail” in hockey! Then the guys change pace and chat some hoops with the hosts of the new basketball show on The Nation Network, Will Lou and Alex Wong. “Hello and Welcome” will cover everything north of the border, but this summer focuses on the Olympic tournament and Canada’s chances of a medal. All that plus some Lions and Whitecaps news as well!Presented by @ApplewoodAutoGroup.Follow us on social. Thank you to our sponsors:bet365 | Whatever the moment, it's Never Ordinary at bet365. Download the App today &

Trade scenarios galore on today’s show as Matt and Blake explore the possible paths to Canucks changes and improvements for next season. Given Elias Pettersson’s struggles this season and his contract lacking a NMC, is that even a remote possibility? Rink Wide: Vancouver host Jeff Paterson then weighs in with opinions of his own on the Canucks choices of focus, whether it’s wing or centre or right-handed defence. Jeff gets into the team's needs, especially within Rick Tocchet’s system, and gives his thoughts on a couple of rumoured players including Martin Necas. Also, it’s a Canadian Open edition of The Golf Report, plus the guys have an update on the red hot ticket sales for the BC Lions home opener!Presented by @ApplewoodAutoGroup.Follow us on social. Thank you to our sponsors:bet365 | Whatever the moment, it's Never Ordinary at bet365. Download the App today & use Promo Code VANBONUSGreat Clips | It’s Gonna Be GreatGRETA Bar Vancouver | Our Home For Food, Drinks & Watching The GameHelp S

One week after the end of the season for the Canucks, Matt and Blake take a further look at the off-season choices ahead, including the possibility of a short-term deal for Filip Hronek? And how different will the rest of the defence corps look, especially with reported contract offers already rejected by Nikita Zadorov? Then John Shannon stops by with his review on the Pettersson injury claims, and the Canucks' reaction to it, not to mention their heightened bar of success. Plus, John outlines who might be on the other end of Canucks trade talks with the Hurricanes, given their front office changes. Then the guys are joined in studio by BC Lions president Duane Vienneau, who announces this year's pregame concert for the home opener, and teases the rest of the promotions this season as well! Matt and Blake also take a look back at the Whitecaps vs Messi-less Inter Miami, and a whole lot more!Presented by @ApplewoodAutoGroup.Follow us on social. Thank you to our sponsors:bet365 | Whatever the moment, it's Neve

The Canucks GM and Coach have spoken, and Matt and Blake were listening to every word. Hear the key points from the newsmakers, and get the reaction from Matt and Blake, not to mention Rink Wide: Vancouver host Jeff Paterson and Patrick Johnston.The gang looks at the bar of success being moved by the coaches and management, not just the fans, and the willingness of both Allvin and Tocchet to fix their own errors from the past season, and make the changes needed for next season. Then they get down to all the details on the handling of Elias Pettersson and whether he may be at odds with the coach or organization, and Filip Hronek’s prickly media day, and what his situation looks like going forward as an RFA. All that, plus the laters on Lionel Messi’s no-show in Vancouver, and another edition of “To the People We Go”!Presented by @ApplewoodAutoGroup.Follow us on social. Thank you to our sponsors:bet365 | Whatever the moment, it's Never Ordinary at bet3

Locker cleanout day for the Canucks! The entire roster met with the media today, so lots of emotion and many a quote to break down for Matt and Blake. The guys hear from players like Myers, Lindholm, Zadorov and Joshua on their futures, and whether they want to be back with the team. Injuries took centre stage too, so a full look at the comments of Demko, Pettersson, Boeser and Hronek on the extent of their ailments, whether real or perceived.Sara Civian of Bleacher Report & Elite Prospects outlines her latest piece on Jason Botchford and how he would have viewed and relished the Canucks run in the playoffs. Plus, we let you listen in on the comments of the coach and GM as well! Presented by @ApplewoodAutoGroup.Follow us on social. Thank you to our sponsors:bet365 | Whatever the moment, it's Never Ordinary at bet365. Download the App today & use Promo Code VANBONUSGreat Clips | It’s Gonna Be GreatGRETA Bar Vancouver | Our Home For Food, Drinks & Watching The GameHelp Stars Here | https://helpstart

The off-season begins! After spending a day to lick the proverbial wounds, Matt and Blake begin the long task of looking at what’s next for the Canucks heading into next season. The guys look at who on the roster needs to stay and go, and which UFA’s are most deserving of another contract. Frank Corrado stops by with his final thoughts on the series, where the Canucks went wrong, and he reveals what the team needs to do to put themselves back in this position next season. Then the guys are joined by John Shannon who weighs in on whether the Canucks and Oilers have started a rivalry with their series, he talks about his expectations from the management group this summer, and what are the pending free agents are worth.Presented by @ApplewoodAutoGroup.Follow us on social. Thank you to our sponsors:bet365 | Whatever the moment, it's Never Ordinary at bet365. Download the App today & use Promo Code VANBONUSGreat Clips | It’s Gonna Be GreatGRETA Bar Vancouver | Our Home For Food, Drinks &

After a loss to the Oilers in Game 7, the Canucks season is over, so Matt and Blake have a lot to discuss! The guys go over what went wrong in the nerve-racking final game, and where things could have changed. They’re joined by former Canucks coach and player Marc Crawford and then the Daily Faceoff’s Frank Seravalli, with both addressing the injuries, the holes in the roster, and the questions swirling around Elias Pettersson and Quinn Hughes. They also get around to some of the great stories that got the Canucks to this point, like the goaltending of Arturs Silovs, the coaching of Rick Tocchet and the leadership of JT Miller. The only question left is “Where do they go from here?”Presented by @ApplewoodAutoGroup.Follow us on social. Thank you to our sponsors:bet365 | Whatever the moment, it's Never Ordinary at bet365. Download the App today & use Promo Code VANBONUSGreat Clips | It’s Gonna Be GreatGRETA Bar Vancouver | Our Home For Food, Drinks & Watching The GameHelp Stars Here | https://helpstarts

The Vancouver Canucks didn't go down without a fight, but ultimately fell short in Game 7 of Round 2, falling 3-2 to the Edmonton Oilers to put an end to their season. Matt and Blake recap it all, as the Oilers advanced to the Western Conference Final. Matt and Blake recap it all on the final PLAYOFF POST-GAME of the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs.Presented by  @ApplewoodAutoGroup.Follow us on social. Thank you to our sponsors:bet365 | Whatever the moment, it's Never Ordinary at bet365. Download the App today & use Promo Code VANBONUSGreat Clips | It’s Gonna Be GreatGRETA Bar Vancouver | Our Home For Food, Drinks & Watching The GameHelp Stars Here | https://helpstartshere.gov.bc.ca/Kal Tire | It's How We RollMr. Lube | Over 16 locations in the Lower MainlandNorthlands Golf Course | 6-90 Day Reservations - Jump The Queue & Lock In Your Dates For $10 Per Player Booking FeeSleep Douglas | Named Canada's Best MattressVancouver Canadians | Get your tickets HEREWhistler Golf Club | Book Your Tee Times A

HOLIDAY SPECIAL: Game 7 edition! Canucks vs Oiler pregame setup with Matt and Blake as they reflect on the Brock Boeser health news and what it means for the Canucks heading into their biggest game of the season. They look at the history of Game 7’s for the Canucks and the Oilers, and get you all the comments from players as they get ready to play one of the biggest games of their careers.Rink Wide: Vancouver host Jeff Paterson stops by from the rink, right after speaking with the coach and players, and gives us the mood of the room. He weighs in on what he thinks the lineup may look like for both sides, and who could be the Game 7 hero?! Presented by Applewood Auto GroupFollow us on social. Thank you to our sponsors:bet365 | Whatever the moment, it's Never Ordinary at bet365. Download the App today & use Promo Code VANBONUSGreat Clips | It’s Gonna Be GreatGRETA Bar Vancouver | Our Home For Food, Drinks & Watching The GameHelp Stars Here | https://helpstartshere.gov.bc.ca/Kal Tire | It'