Canucks Talk Batman Loses His Robin
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Nov 28, 2024 Brendan Batchelor, the play-by-play voice for the Canucks on Sportsnet 650, joins for a deep dive into the team's current struggles. Injuries, particularly Filip Hronek's absence, are critical as playoff hopes fade. They examine recent roster moves like Arshdeep Bains' demotion and discuss the urgency for a trade—should it be a strategic depth move or something bigger? Nils Höglander's waning role is another topic, along with the challenges of acquiring defensemen amidst a weak market. Hope remains for the Canucks to rally and improve offensively.
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Childhood Canucks Memories
- Jamie Dodd and Brendan Batchelor reminisce about the 1994 Canucks Stanley Cup run.
- Dodd recalls attending game six, while Batchelor recounts his first Canucks game.
Canucks Face Mounting Challenges
- The Canucks face more challenges with Hronek's injury adding to existing injuries and Miller's situation.
- Batchelor suggests the Canucks may need to make a trade, similar to acquiring Zdorov last year after Soucy's injury.
Assessing the Canucks' Position
- Dodd contrasts the Canucks' current situation with last year's Soucy injury and Zdorov trade.
- He suggests the team's current position allows them to assess their performance before making trades.