

Sekeres & Price Show
The Nation Network
Dive into the world of sports with the Mat Sekeres and Blake Price as they provide sharp analysis and engaging banter. This daily podcast featuring longtime Canucks reporter Jeff Patterson and top insiders delivers the latest breaking news, insights, analysis and opinions on the Vancouver Canucks, B.C. Lions and Vancouver Whitecaps FC. Whether your a hardcore fan or just curious about the game, this show delivers the goods. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Nov 29, 2023 • 1h 31min
November 29 2023 - Frank Corrado & Dave Hall
Matt and Blake discuss a 3-1 win over Anaheim, the Anthony Beauvillier trade and where they should spend the cap space, Brock Boeser leading the league in goals, the Vegas game on tap Thursday night, Andrei Kuzmenko game after escaping the doghouse, Patrik Allvin's media session, the call-ups of Linus Karlsson and Matt Irwin.Frank Corrado stops by to discuss Brock Boeser's sensational season to date, the trade of Beauvillier, whether Elias Pettersson is injured, and how Andrei Kuzmenko can get on the right side of the coach (and his offseason Bali excursion). Plus, the difference between "okay" and "fine" both at the rink and at home.Canucks Army writer Dave Hall makes his S&P debut with plenty to discuss. Filling Chris Faber's shoes, Abbotsford forwards and defencemen deserving calls to the NHL, Cole McWard's NHL season debut and his game, Nils Höglander finally an NHL player now seeking a top-6 role, the progress of Canucks' prospects Jonathan Lekkerimäki, Tom Willander, Hunter Brzustewicz and Elias Pettersson (D-Petey) and their World Junior outlooks. Presented by Applewood Auto Group.Follow us on social (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok & YouTube). Powered by Go Goat Sports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 28, 2023 • 1h 20min
November 28 2023 - John Shannon
Matt and Blake discuss the week ahead for the Canucks with games versus Anaheim, Vegas and Calgary. They talk about Andrei Kuzmenko's benching, hear from Coach Tocchet by way of explanation, discuss whether he will get to 20 goals, and whether the Canucks should've traded him last year when they had the chance. The guys also kick around the Corey Perry matter in Chicago, as well as Cole McWard's first NHL game this season and the B.C. Lions' off-season, including a big announcement in Victoria on Wednesday.John Shannon stops by to talk about Kuzmenko, Tocchet, Elias Pettersson and Perry. John discusses the Patrick Kane sweepstakes and where the Minnesota Wild go after firing head coach Dean Evason on Tuesday. Presented by Applewood Auto Group.Follow us on social (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok & YouTube). Powered by Go Goat Sports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 27, 2023 • 1h 21min
November 27 2023 - Jeff Paterson
The weekend recap is here, and lots to chew on from Canucks land. Matt and Blake have you covered from a big win in Seattle to Kuzmenko’s benching to a loss to the last-place team in the NHL. The guys discuss if Rick Tccchet pulled all the right strings this weekend, and what to expect with 3 Pacific division rivals on the schedule this week, plus all the latest from Canucks practice with the line shuffling continuing. Rink Wide: Vancouver host Jeff Paterson stops by with his assessment of what to do about Kuzmenko but also Elias Pettersson, and his struggles to get on the scoresheet. All that plus your takes from the last few days in sport, with the Monday edition of “To the People We Go”! Presented by Applewood Auto Group.Follow us on social (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok & YouTube). Powered by Go Goat Sports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 24, 2023 • 1h 36min
November 24 2023 - Kevin Woodley & Rob Williams
A newsy game day for the Canucks as Andrei Kuzmenko gets scratched for the Kraken. Matt and Blake debate that decision by the coach, and what the changed lines will do for the Canucks as they try to avoid 4 straight losses to Seattle. Kevin Woodley from InGoal Magazine stops by to give his take on the first 20 games, and whether the defence can continue to make life reasonable for the Canucks goalies, especially with the injuries. Also, Kevin talks about the challenges of keeping Thatcher Demko fresh if the team results start to falter. The Daily Hive’s Rob Williams closes the file on the Royal visit to Rogers Arena, and reveals that even with the recent stumbles, the Canucks are still on an historic start to the season. All that, plus your takes too, with another edition of “To the People We Go”! Presented by Applewood Auto Group.Follow us on social (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok & YouTube). Powered by Go Goat Sports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 23, 2023 • 1h 30min
November 23 2023 - Jeff Paterson & Patrick Johnston
Matt and Blake discuss the Canucks losing 5-2 in Colorado, the sluggish play of Elias Pettersson and Andrei Kuzmenko, the bottom-6 stepping up, injuries on defence, the return of that big-game feel, Ray Ferraro on the colour, whether it's time to shuffle-up line combinations, a spicy encounter for Brock Boeser, a look-ahead to Friday's game in Seattle and letter grades for the first quarter of the season.Jeff Paterson, the host of Rink Wide: Vancouver, gives us his recap of the loss in Denver, opines that Phil Di Giuseppe might have run his course as a 2nd-liner, expresses concern about Elias Pettersson's game ATM, forecasts Nils Höglander's future in the lineup, jokes about Brock Boeser (of all people) getting booed by Avs fans, worries about the health of the defence corps and drops his letter grade for the Canucks 1/4 way through the season.Patrick Johnston tells us that Pettersson is playing through a groin injury, asses who (if anyone) has upward mobility, evaluates Tyler Myers' strong play, calls Di Giuseppe their best forechecker, tells us about the chemistry between Rick Tocchet and lead assistant Adam Foote, and drops a harsh letter grade for the team through 20. Presented by Applewood Auto Group.Follow us on social (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok & YouTube). Powered by Go Goat Sports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 22, 2023 • 1h 24min
November 22 2023 - Frank Corrado & Wyatt Arndt
Matt and Blake discuss Quinn Hughes facing Cale Makar and how both teams are great examples of the modern defence pair. They look at the accolades flowing in for Hughes, from TSN to RDS to statistical comparisons to Bobby Orr. Prince Harry's surprise appearance at Rogers Arena and what that has done for the Invictus Games. Plus Canada's collapse against Jamaica in international soccer.Frank Corrado joins to compare/contrast Hughes & Makar. Frank comments on whether a defenceman could win the Hart or Art Ross in today's day and age, on how his ex-teammate Sidney Crosby would get up for showdown games against top players or teams, on how Ethan Bear would help Vancouver's defence, and on prospect Hunter Brzustewicz, who is lighting up the OHL.Wyatt Arndt, The Stanchion, from our partners over at Canucks Army, joins with his particular brand of analysis and humour. From royals at Rogers Arena to inside the squared circle, Wyatt runs a gamut of topics including Tyler Myers' recent form, Nils Höglander, Phil Di Giuseppe and trophies. Presented by Applewood Auto Group.Follow us on social (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok & YouTube). Powered by Go Goat Sports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 21, 2023 • 1h 29min
November 21 2023 - John Shannon & Gregg Bell
Matt and Blake talk about the Canucks' 3-1 win over San Jose, whether Quinn Hughes can top Cale Makar as the league's top defenceman, learning to win low-scoring games and the royals on hand at Rogers Arena. The guys also go over the Tim Peel-Mark Spector feud, and the Grey Cup audience, as well as the Monday Night Football showdown.John Shannon stops by to discuss Hughes' genius and Rick Tocchet's work behind the Canucks bench. John tells us why the NHL is going dark two nights this week, why the Stockholm games weren't nationally televised, the Pacific Division strength, the future of East Van's Milan Lucic, and how close the Blue Jackets are to packing it in for this season and trading defencemen.Seahawks beat writer Gregg Bell stops by to discuss the big Thanksgiving Day showdown between the Seahawks and 49ers. Gregg tells us what separates these rivals, evaluates how healthy quarterback Geno Smith will be, and what the Hawks need to do to catch up to San Fran. Presented by Applewood Auto Group.Follow us on social (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok & YouTube). Powered by Go Goat Sports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 20, 2023 • 1h 22min
November 20 2023 - Jeff Paterson
Matt and Blake discuss the week ahead for the Canucks (how many points do they need out of 8 available), Saturday's loss vs. Seattle, improvements in even-strength scoring and the penalty kill, whether they should sign Ethan Bear or trade for a defenceman, Chris Tanev's comments last week about not re-signing in Vancouver, and whether there's a mini-window that will get Canucks management moving aggressively.They guys also discuss the 110th Grey Cup, it's exciting finish, the local hero Tyson Philpot catching the game-winning touchdown, the Bombers blowing it again, Marc-Antoine Dequoy's rant, the Als' band of misfit toys and...uh...MVP Cody Fajardo, which brought a mea culpa from Matt.Jeff Paterson, the host of the Rink Wide: Vancouver podcast, joins to discuss Andrei Kuzmenko and guys who have to pick it up, both on his line and with its pace, and other in the lineup (Sam Lafferty, Anthony Beauvillier), the loss to Seattle to Saturday, Sunday's practice, how many points they need this week and whether Bear makes more sense than a trade for the defence. Presented by Applewood Auto Group.Follow us on social (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok & YouTube). Powered by Go Goat Sports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 17, 2023 • 1h 28min
November 17 2023 - Frank Seravalli & Jeff Paterson (co-hosting)
Matt and Jeff Paterson, the host of the Rink Wide: Vancouver podcast, discuss Thursday's 5-2 loss in Calgary, and the upcoming game in Seattle. A contract extension for Elias Pettersson, 5-on-5 scoring, a tough night for the stars and Casey DeSmith, Linus Karlsson's NHL debut, and ongoing injuries are other topics. They also talk about the 110th Grey Cup game, Matthieu Betts winning most outstanding defensive player at the CFL Awards, plus a costly Thursday night game for both the Bengals and Ravens.Frank Seravalli stops by from Sweden and the NHL's Stockholm games. Frank gives us the latest in the Pettersson negotiations, muses on whether it will be a short or long-term deal, tells us what teams are selling defencemen, addresses the crisis in Columbus, predicts when we might see best-on-best international hockey and the proposed changes to overtime.Plus, we go To The People and hear from listeners/followers on a variety of Canucks' topics! Presented by Applewood Auto Group.Follow us on social (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok & YouTube). Powered by Go Goat Sports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 16, 2023 • 1h 24min
November 16 2023 - Patrick Johnston & Rob Williams
The Canucks are in the middle of a busy stretch, but the wins keep coming! Matt and Blake take a look back at the win versus the Isles, the Bo Horvat return, and what lies ahead versus the Flames. Patrick Johnston of the Province returns with his take on the Canucks having the top 3 scorers in the NHL, and what they may have to add going forward in light of the injury to Carson Soucy. Then it’s time for Rob Williams from The Daily Hive, and his take that the Canucks might indeed be Stanley Cup contenders? Plus, was it just the right amount of cheers, boos and tears for Horvat? Lastly, the daily poll question: Is Quinn Hughes having the greatest season in Canucks history? Presented by Applewood Auto Group.Follow us on social (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok & YouTube). Powered by Go Goat Sports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


