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Jamie Dodd and Canucks Reporter Thomas Drance combine to bring you the most comprehensive Canucks coverage in Vancouver. They dive into all the issues that matter for any diehard Canucks fan. Plus, hear exclusive interviews from the players and the team to stay up to date all season long.
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Dec 15, 2025 • 28min
The Whiteboard: Unpacking the Quinn Hughes Trade
Jamie and Drance discuss the latest with the Vancouver Canucks. The guys analyze how the team got to the point of trading Quinn Hughes, where they are headed now, and unpack the details of how the Hughes trade went down. Plus, Jamie and Drance discuss if any of the other teams were close to getting a deal done.
This podcast is produced by Dominic Sramaty and Elan CharkThe 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.

Dec 12, 2025 • 1h 10min
Brendan Batchelor on the Hughes Distraction + NHL Storylines with Dimitri Filipovic
Sportsnet 650's Canucks PxP voice Brendan Batchelor joins the show. Does this team have an identity, or are they simply asking too much of their young players? How much of a distraction has Hughes become? Plus, Dimitri Filipovic weighs in on whether the Canucks are the worst team in the league, the future of Quinn Hughes, and what a potential trade could look like. The guys also touch on Olympic roster debates and how injuries are shaping the Eastern Conference race.
This podcast is produced by Dominic Sramaty and Elan CharkThe 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.

Dec 12, 2025 • 24min
The Whiteboard: Business as Usual
Jamie Dodd opens the show recapping the loss to Buffalo at home. Then, Jamie discusses if the Canucks need to move on from Hughes due to the current noise. Later, Jamie analyzes the latest Elliotte Friedman report on where things stand.
This podcast is produced by Dominic Sramaty and Elan CharkThe 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.

Dec 11, 2025 • 1h 11min
Quinn Hughes Trade Suitors + Dom Luszczyszyn Talks NHL
Hear from Head Coach Adam Foote ahead of tonight's game vs Buffalo. Then, Jamie and Drance discuss how many teams might get 'serious in the Quinn Hughes sweepstakes. Plus, The Athletic's Dom Luszczyszyn joins the show. Dom weighs in on the Hughes situation, his models' projections for the Canucks, and more around the NHL. Later, the guys discuss just how far the Canucks could fall in the standings.
This podcast is produced by Dominic Sramaty and Elan CharkThe 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.

Dec 11, 2025 • 23min
The Whiteboard: The Closest Working Theory
Jamie and Drance open the show discussing the latest Gary Mason article and their takeaways from it. What is the teams plan going forward, how long will Jim Rutherford stay President, and will the Canucks finally do a full rebuild. Plus, Is Nico Hischier a potential target for the Canucks in a Hughes trade? Later, the guys go through lineup notes and betting odds for tonight's game vs Buffalo.
This podcast is produced by Dominic Sramaty and Elan CharkThe 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.

Dec 10, 2025 • 22min
The Whiteboard: Home Dogs Against Buffalo
On today’s Whiteboard, the guys run through a wild night in the NHL, highlighted by multiple buzzer-beaters across the league. They dive into the growing chatter around a potential regime change in Vancouver, debating whether the timing or the names being floated like Brendan Shanahan make any sense. The crew also hits lineup notes, including David Kampf slotting in as the Canucks’ top center, and wraps with a gambling update as Vancouver surprisingly opens as home underdogs against Buffalo. And yes, there’s even a debate about whether Fernet is the right move for meeting the in-laws.
This podcast is produced by Dominic Sramaty and Elan CharkThe 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.

Dec 10, 2025 • 1h 16min
Who Should Make a Quinn Hughes Trade?
On today’s episode, the guys are joined by Donnie and Dhali to dig into whether a major moment is about to hit the Vancouver Canucks, from Quinn Hughes trade chatter to the possibility of regime change. Dhaliwal insists the organization is actively taking calls, while Drance warns that any tension between Rutherford and a Hughes decision is “terrifying.” They compare past superstar trades, debate Demko’s long-term future, and break down insights from Dan Near, Adam Foote, and Jason Bukala. With pressure rising and the fanbase on edge, the show asks the big question: can this management team be trusted to navigate a franchise-altering crossroads?
This podcast is produced by Dominic Sramaty and Elan CharkThe 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.

Dec 9, 2025 • 1h 11min
Someone Tell Us the Plan
The guys break down a quiet, low-energy night at Rogers Arena and what it says about a fanbase that’s burnt out and out of belief. Jannik Hansen joins to discuss why someone is getting traded, whether moving Quinn Hughes now even makes sense, and why the Canucks are nowhere close to a two-year turnaround. With trade rumours heating up, front-office uncertainty looming, and the team sitting 32nd by points percentage, the direction of the franchise has never felt murkier. The episode asks a simple question: what are the Canucks actually selling... wins, hope, or nothing at all?
This podcast is produced by Dominic Sramaty and Elan CharkThe 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.

Dec 9, 2025 • 24min
The Whiteboard: The Apathy Is Here
The guys recap a noticeably flat night at Rogers Arena, where a quiet crowd and low-energy play overshadowed the Canucks’ territorial advantage. With Vancouver slipping back to 32nd in the league by points percentage, trade rumours continue to swirl especially around what a potential deal with Detroit could look like, with Drance singling out Edvinsson as the piece to target. They also touch on Demko being ready to return against Buffalo and what that means for the upcoming stretch. Despite the muted atmosphere, the team’s long-term questions only feel louder.
This podcast is produced by Dominic Sramaty and Elan CharkThe 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.

Dec 8, 2025 • 1h 9min
Play the Youth
Landon Ferraro joins the show to highlight a strong night from the young Canucks, praising Raty, Karlsson, and Bain while projecting Karlsson as a dependable third-line NHLer who has clearly benefited from working with the Sedins. The guys shift to Tom Willander’s development, his speed, instincts, and the mental adjustment rookies face, while questioning how trades might finally open up ice time for Vancouver’s younger players. With Höglander set to return and center depth stretched thin, the crew breaks down lineup decisions, Hughes’ playful “Fitzy” moment, and why Ferraro expects trade chatter to intensify even further. They close by examining Vancouver’s goaltending situation, whether Tolopilo deserves a longer run, and why the Hughes trade, if it ever happens, must net the best assets available.
This podcast is produced by Dominic Sramaty and Elan CharkThe 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.


