Canucks Central

Dan and Sat open the show discussing the latest on the Canucks rumour mill. What Center's will the Canucks pursue? The guy's layout the most realistic options. Plus, what might the Canucks have to give up in a trade for a needle moving forward?  This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe.The 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.

Dan and Sat open the segment asking, what's your biggest Canucks fear? The guys discuss potential scenarios for the Canucks, and what they need to do to avoid these fears. Then, Don Taylor joins the show. Donnie talks Canucks weekend, Hughes and Pettersson improvements, and feeling like it's Groundhog Day for Canucks fans. Later, the guys discuss the 2026 Olympics. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe.The 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.

NHL insider Frank Seravalli joins the conversation to dissect the Canucks' intriguing season start. He shares insights on the team's recent performance and their strategy to avoid hasty trades while contemplating a potential rebuild. Frank stresses the importance of communication with Quinn Hughes regarding any significant moves. He also highlights the complexities of rebuilding amidst financial pressures and league parity. Tune in for a look at how strategic decision-making could shape the Canucks' future in a competitive landscape.

Joining the discussion are Randip Janda, a seasoned analyst known for his game insights, and Iain McIntyre, a veteran hockey writer with a keen eye for trends. They dive into the Canucks' tight 5-4 OT loss to Colorado, highlighting Nathan McKinnon's dominance and the team's offensive by-committee response. The duo also critiques the ongoing penalty-kill issues, evaluates goaltending performances, and explores the impact of young players gaining crucial NHL experience, balancing short-term results with long-term development.

Landon Ferraro, a former professional player and analyst, shares insights on the Canucks’ mental resilience and how Quinn Hughes invigorated the team's offense. Patrick Alveen, the Canucks' GM, discusses roster challenges, injury impacts, and the complexities of a rebuild while emphasizing the importance of core players. Ian McIntyre questions the organization’s direction and highlights the need for an additional center. The trio also debates officiating concerns and assesses the team's special teams performance.

On this week's episode, Brendan Batchelor and Randip Janda discuss the tone around the Canucks in the Vancouver market after Wednesday's 5-2 loss to Chicago, talk about Thatcher Demko's injury status and preview the upcoming weekend back-to-back against Columbus and Colorado. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe.The 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.

Dan and Bik are joined by former Canuck, Jannik Hansen, to talk about the struggles the Canucks are going through, his thoughts on Quinn Hughes and Elias Pettersson, and more. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe.The 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.

Dan and Bik answer your questions about whether or not management could be on the hot seat, why they didn't trade Quinn Hughes over the summer, and more in this week's Mailbag Friday! This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe.The 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.

Dan and Bik share their thoughts on a "maintenance day" for Thatcher Demko and how trustworthy the injury reports from the Canucks are right now. They also take a look at Adam Foote's first 15 games as Head Coach and give him some grades for what he's done so far. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe.The 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.

Dan and Sat are joined by Dave Pagnotta (1:00) of The Fourth Period to get his thoughts on what's going on with the Canucks, Jordan Kyrou's future in St. Louis with a healthy scratch, and more from around the league. Also, hear from Landon Ferraro (24:00) on Elias Pettersson's struggles and the recent stretch of games for the team. Plus, Ryan Lin (47:00) of the Vancouver Giants stops by to talk about the season so far for him and the Giants. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe.The 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.