After a tough loss in Carolina, Matt and Blake go through the exercise of looking at individual performances rather than the result. The guys peek in on the top line after they produced goals, especially what it means for the market on DeBrusk. Plus, they look at whether Räty or Mancini made the case to stay in the lineup this weekend. And then the uncomfortable question of who should be getting t

Jeff Marek of the The Sheet shares his thoughts on the rebuilding process and the strong stomach that is so often needed. Marek looks back at successful rebuilds like Montreal and what they needed to endure. The guys also look at EP40 and his line's success and just how unstoppable the Canes appear to be again, with Stankhoven a big part of it. Thank you to our great sponsors: @bet365: | http://ww

RinkWide's Jeff Paterson with his detailed review of the game, both the beefs and the bouquets. JPat wonder about Merilainen taking over the crease, the sustainability of Lekkerimäki's play, and the special teams being an utter disaster. Thank you to our great sponsors: @bet365: | http://www.bet365.ca/ Yellow Dog Brewing | https://lnk.to/YDBrewing BCLIQUOR: https://www.bcliquorstores.com/ Movember

Another big, early season test for the Canucks as they face the defending Cup champs in Carolina. Matt and Blake talk about the new look lineup, the resting of key veterans like Schenn and Gallagher, and the chances of the Canucks keeping up versus the balanced 'Canes lineup. The guys also debate where the newcomers to the lineup, Räty and Mancini, are in the long term plans for the Canucks. Postm

Postmedia's Patrick Johnston stops by with his take on the tweaks, and the road trip's overall level of difficulty. PJ talks about how the dressing room vibes and bonding of the team has made such a drastic turn for the positive, and how that could insulate or be eroded when the losing eventually comes. Plus, did the NHL almost get it right with its "Hot for Hockey" marketing campaign, and is ther

Matt and Blake's longtime colleague Scott Rintoul with a look ahead to a new project he's working on called "SportsPage BC". The news portal will, like its namesake, focus on the local sports stories that often get missed and puts them all in one place. Scott talks about where he'd like to see the project go and how people can take part. Thank you to our great sponsors: @bet365: | http://www.bet36

On the eve of the first extended Canucks road trip of the season, Matt and Blake have the latest from practice in Carolina and what the new look lineup might give them tomorrow. The guys also chat on exactly how the issues in the room last season have now disappeared. TSN's Frank Corrado stops by to discuss road trip protocols in the NHL, and the dining schedule in particular, as Luke Schenn has b

TSN's Frank Corrado stops by to discuss road trip protocols in the NHL, and the dining schedule in particular, as Luke Schenn has been reported to be the organizer on the road. Frank gives us details on his most memorable meals in the NHL and when he started to pay for the table! Frank eventually gets to action on the ice too, commenting on the development and early performance of the young Canuck

The Daily Hive's Rob WIlliams dropping by with his thoughts on the early bounce for EP40, and whether fans are buying that he's really back. Plus, Rob talks about the early Canucks attendance woes, and whether Nils Höglander is giving him any reason to regret the trade. Thank you to our great sponsors: @bet365: | http://www.bet365.ca/ Yellow Dog Brewing | https://lnk.to/YDBrewing BCLIQUOR: https:/

The Canucks squeezed in a practice before they jumped on a plane, so Matt and Blake listen in on the coach's comments about week one, and what they want to see from themselves out on the road. The guys hear from Paul Cotter on his weekly honour and the Canucks slander that he's heard, plus, Jake DeBrusk on his return from illness and readiness to contribute. Matt and Blake also debate which team h

Cam Robinson of Elite Prospects with his review of EP40's start and how the young Canucks blueliners have begun the season. Cam rebuffs the growing opinion that the 2027 draft may not be great, and he looks at Caleb Malhotra's debut with Boston University. Thank you to our great sponsors: @bet365: It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.bet365.ca/ Yellow

Don Taylor and Ryan Henderson join for another edition of The Crossover, talking about the early season glow up for the Canucks and how the fans are receiving it. Thank you to our great sponsors: @bet365: It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.bet365.ca/ Yellow Dog Brewing | https://lnk.to/YDBrewing BCLIQUOR: https://www.bcliquorstores.com/ Shop the Dai

The first weekend of the NHL season is in the books and the Canucks are giving Matt and Blake lots to talk about! The guys recap the pair of games and the notable performances in both directions, from EP40's great start to Cotter's award winning week to the better defensive/goaltending in both games. The guys listen in on the player reaction after the Sunday game and look ahead to the big eastern

The Host of RinkWide Vancouver, Jeff Paterson joins to give us his take on what he saw, and his answer on whether EP40 is officially back. He also gets into the report cards for the team's younger players, how the goaltending rebounded over the weekend, and the Canucks attendance woes through 3 home games so far. Thank you to our great sponsors: @bet365: It's never ordinary! Download the app today

BC Lions' hero from the weekend, kicker Sean Whyte, who provided all the points vs the Argos. He talks about the historic victory, the possible extinction of these kinds of games when the goal posts move, and the Lions momentum towards a home playoff date at BC Place. Thank you to our great sponsors: @bet365: It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.bet36

After an absolutely wild home opener for the Canucks, Matt and Blake tackle all the talking points after this crazy start to the season. The guys bring you all the post game comments from the coach and players, give you all the relevant data, and debate the performances they've seen so far. From the defensive lapses to the inconsistent goaltending to the surprise offensive contribuitions, there's

RinkWide's Jeff Paterson stops by to give us his take on the proceedings and where changes may occur ahead of game 3 vs the Flames. JPat talks about the play of EP40, the young defensemen, and the brief look we had on the new goale in Leevi Meriläinen. Thank you to our great sponsors: @bet365: It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.bet365.ca/ Yellow Dog

The Sheet's Jeff Marek, who was early on the Adam Novotný train, and revels in his latest goal for the Petes. Marek also talks about the sample size needed to declare an EP40 "comeback", plus, he jumps in on Jack Hughes' recent behaviour, another nutty second contract is handed out in Anaheim, and the is Simon Edvinsson getting an offer sheet? Thank you to our great sponsors: @bet365: It's never o

As the Canucks look to make it two straight, Matt and Blake get you all ready for the home opener vs the Oilers! The guys look at the lineups on both sides, the chances of the Canucks doing it again, and whether the fans will be cheering on another win or merely a good performance. They also listen in on the players' expectations of themselves after the gameday skate. Postmedia's Patrick Johnston

It's another visit from the new boy wonder of DFO Vancouver, in Elijah Ford. He talks about his last couple of articles posted at DFO on the upper end possibilities of the Canucks season and Brock Boeser's potential role in the rebuild. Elijah also weighs in on the performance from opening night and what he expects to see this evening at Rogers Arena. Thank you to our great sponsors: @bet365: It's