Canucks Talk

In this episode of Canucks Talk, hosts Jamie Dodd and Thomas Drance dive into the Vancouver Canucks' season start, analyzing the team's early challenges and standout performances. They take a close look at Elias Pettersson's recent form, examining whether his performance is impacting team dynamics and morale. Jamie and Thomas also address the Canucks' power play struggles, dissecting what might be holding them back from capitalizing on offensive opportunities. In addition to the Canucks talk, Sean Gentille from The Athletic joins the show to discuss the Pittsburgh Steelers' season so far and shares insights on the ongoing debate between Cale Makar and Quinn Hughes—two of the league’s premier young defensemen. The episode also previews the upcoming Four Nations Tournament, offering a look at some of the talent on display. This podcast is produced by Lina SetaghianThe views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Jamie Dodd and Thomas Drance break down the Canucks 6-0 loss to the New Jersey Devils. The guys discuss what went wrong for the Canucks and reflect on the team needing more from their star players. The episode touches on the Canucks start through their first nine games and preview the playoff chances for the Canucks. This podcast is produced by Lina SetaghianThe views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Jamie Dodd and Thomas Drance cover the Canucks' upcoming game against the Devils, featuring the much-anticipated matchup of the three Hughes brothers on the ice together. They also discuss NHL franchise valuations, with the Canucks now valued at $1.7 billion, and the impact this could have on salary cap increases and expansion possibilities. The episode touches on the Canucks' defense needs, Silovs' chance to prove himself as a starter, and some notable lineup changes, including Hoglander's demotion to the fourth line. This podcast is produced by Lina SetaghianThe views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

On this episode of Canucks Talk, Jamie Dodd and Thomas Drance dive into Vancouver's clash against the Devils in the "Hughes Bowl" and explore whether the Canucks have established a clear team identity yet. In The Crossover with Donnie & Dhali they discuss Vancouver's power-play struggles, Lankinen's solid performance in Demko’s absence, and lineup decisions, including giving Arturs Silovs the start. Joined by Jason Bukula, they also assess players like Jake DeBrusk and Carson Soucy, while considering potential moves for defensive depth. This podcast is produced by Lina SetaghianThe views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

In this episode of Canucks Talk, Brendan Batchelor joins hosts Jamie Dodd and Thomas Drance to break down the Canucks' struggles and lineup changes. They discuss the team’s lackluster power play, issues in defensive structure, and recent demotions for Nils Höglander. Kevin Lankinen’s steady goaltending has kept the team competitive, despite inconsistencies from Pettersson and other key players. As the Canucks face challenges integrating new faces and adapting their lines, questions remain around who will step up to anchor the offense and improve their season trajectory. This podcast is produced by Lina SetaghianThe views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Jamie and Thomas break down the Canucks OT loss over the Canes. They discuss Tocchet voicing his frustration over the team not buying in and the reduced ice time on Pettersson’s line.  This podcast is produced by Lina SetaghianThe views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

In this episode of Canucks Talk, hosts Jamie Dodd and Thomas Drance break down the Canucks’ recent game against the Penguins, emphasizing strong goals by Pettersson and Bains and Daniel Sprong’s impactful play. They also discuss the upcoming matchup against the Carolina Hurricanes, who will be missing key players due to injuries and travel issues, potentially giving the Canucks an edge. Special guest Kevin Woodley offers insights into Kevin Lankinen’s strengths and weaknesses as Vancouver's starting goalie. Finally, Rick Tocchet shares his thoughts on the lineup and player performances ahead of the game. This podcast is produced by Lina SetaghianThe views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Jamie Dodd and Thomas Drance dive into the Canucks’ recent 4-3 win over the Penguins in The Whiteboard. They break down each goal, with highlights like Arshdeep Bains scoring his first NHL goal and the team’s effective counterattacks. Daniel Sprong’s impact as an offensive spark plug is also discussed, as his energy could elevate the Canucks to a higher level. Looking ahead, the hosts preview the upcoming challenge against the defensive powerhouse Carolina Hurricanes, a true test of the Canucks' offensive strategies. This podcast is produced by Lina SetaghianThe views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

 Jamie and Thomas discuss the latest headlines surrounding Pettersson via Elliotte Friedman on 32 Thoughts. they dive into how management tasked JT Miller and Quinn Hughes to attempt to "toughen" Pettersson up and how this approach is questionable. They also preview the Canucks upcoming game against the Penguins and are joined by Dimitri Filipovic to share their predictions and conduct a draft.  This podcast is produced by Lina SetaghianThe views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Jamie and Thomas discuss the latest headlines surrounding Pettersson via Elliotte Friedman on 32 Thoughts. they dive into how management tasked JT Miller and Quinn Hughes to attempt to "toughen" Pettersson up and how this approach is questionable. This podcast is produced by Lina SetaghianThe views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.