Canucks Central

Sat Shah and Bik Nizzar breakdown the Canucks 5-3 win over the Dallas Stars. Hear from Head Coach Adam Foote (37:52), Connor Garland (1:26:51)and Max Sasson (1:32:36) post game. Plus Randip Janda provides his analysis. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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.

Landon Ferraro joins the show. Landon analyzes the Canucks line changes, what he's watching for vs Dallas, and his thoughts on the young guys in the lineup. Then, Dan and Sat react to the Canucks new first line. Plus, hear from Adam Foote and Brock Boeser ahead of the game. Later, Prospect expert Scott Wheeler joins the show. Scott talks 25' draft class, his thoughts on Braedan Cootes, Wilson Björck potential, and more on the Canucks prospect pipeline. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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 show discussing the Canucks big line changes. Should they be playing Lekkerimäki in a bigger role? Plus, is Drew O'Connor ready to be on the first line? This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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.

It's Overrated/Underrated as Dan and Sat debate whether topics like Sherwood scoring 20+, Elias Pettersson buyout, winning three on the upcoming road trip, Evander Kane, and much more are overrated or underrated. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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.

Kevin Woodley joins the show. Kevin talks Canucks poor analytics to start the season, Elias Pettersson's underlying metrics, the goal-less NY Rangers, and more on the NHL. 3x Stanley Cup Champion Mark Recchi joins the show. Mark talks Canucks Pro Am this weekend, growing up a Canucks fan, and the evolving young players in the NHL. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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 show discussing the Canucks’ 1-2 start and the growing tension around the team. With expectations shifting, the franchise now frames itself as “young” and in transition. But as the Stars loom on Thursday, the pressure to quiet last season’s lingering noise is already mounting. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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.

Iain MacIntyre joins to discuss the Canucks sending Cootes back to the WHL, why it’s the right move for his development, and how the team is prioritizing fixing defensive issues after a tough outing against the Blues. Kevin Kurz breaks down the Flyers’ surprising goaltending, Matvei Michkov’s struggles, and Trevor Zegras’ slow progress. He also shares a bold prediction about a potential Quinn Hughes trade to Philadelphia and weighs in on Jamie Drysdale’s upside as a top defender. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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 show reacting to the Canucks loss vs St. Louis. What's the problem with the Canucks? The guys discuss the first three games and the deployment of this roster. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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.

Sat Shah and Bik Nizzar breakdown the Canucks 5-2 loss to the St.Louis Blues. Hear from Head Coach Adam Foote (51:56) and Quinn Hughes (1:21:26) post game. Plus Randip Janda and Iain MacIntyre (1:23:10) provide their analysis. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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.

Don Taylor joins the show. How long do we give Elias Pettersson to become a star again? The guys discuss how long the leash is for him. Then, Frank Seravalli joins the show. Frank talks about if the Canucks chose the wrong guy in Elias Pettersson. The guys also discuss Demko's current form, Quinn Hughes discourse, Lane Hutson contract extension and a fire sale in Buffalo. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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 preview the matchup against the St. Louis Blues and break down the fallout from the loss to Edmonton. The guys talk center depth concerns with Teddy Blueger out, Elias Pettersson’s ice time, and whether Lekkerimaki deserves a bigger role. Plus, Lane Hutson’s big-money deal in Montreal and Kevin Lankinen gets the start in net. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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.

Sat Shah and Bik Nizzar breakdown the Canucks 3-1 win over the Edmonton Oilers. Hear from Head Coach Adam Foote (49:32), Quinn Hughes (1:06:47) and Brock Boeser (1:16:55) post game. Plus Landon Ferraro and Iain MacIntyre (1:20:00) provide their analysis. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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.

On this week's episode, Brendan Batchelor and Randip Janda recap Vancouver's season opening win over the Flames, preview the Canucks' Saturday matchup against the Oilers and hear from Jake DeBrusk and Marcus Pettersson. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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.

It's Mailbag Friday as Dan and Sat answer your questions about whether or not Filip Chytil could be the long-term 2C, how important faceoffs really are, and more! This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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 Jannik Hansen for his first hit of the season as he talks about the importance of an opening night win for the Canucks, the performances from young players, and more as the season is officially underway. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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 break down the opening game of the season for the Canucks and some of the standout individual performances from the win. They talk about what they saw from Arshdeep Bains, Braeden Cootes, and more. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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.

Sat Shah and Bik Nizzar breakdown the Canucks season opening 5-1 win over the Calgary Flames. Hear from Head Coach Adam Foote (36:24) and Braeden Cootes (16:00) post game. Plus Randip Janda and Iain McIntyre (1:09:10) provide their analysis. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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 Canucks Legend, Trevor Linden, to talk about his expectations for Elias Pettersson this season, his impression of Braeden Cootes so far, and more. Also, hear from Landon Ferraro with his thoughts on the Canucks before the season gets underway. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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 get you set for the season as they set some lines for players heading into the season and if they're taking the over or under on those. They get into Quinn Hughes and Elias Pettersson point totals, Brock Boeser goals, and more. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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.

It's Overrated/Underrated as Dan and Sat debate whether topics like Lekkerimäki on PP1, Canucks good vibes heading into the season, Riccio jinxing the Blue Jays, and much more are overrated or underrated. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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 discuss the comments from the Jim Rutherford interview. Do they want to move Chytil to the wing? Are they buttering up Pettersson? Plus, they dive into the difficult NHL market. Later, Kevin Woodley joins the show. Kevin talks Arturs Silovs first game in Pittsburgh, how he views the Canucks going into this season, and their goaltending situation with Demko and Lankinen. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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.

Jim Rutherford joins Dan and Sat to discuss the state of the Vancouver Canucks heading into the season. He shares insights on Elias Pettersson’s growth at center, the impressive rise of Cootes, and Lekkerimäki’s standout shot. Rutherford touches on trade strategy, roster depth, and the development of young talent like Raty and Willander. He reflects on the team’s transition over the past two years, the challenges of the current NHL market, and his belief in the Canucks’ playoff potential. Plus, thoughts on Quinn Hughes’ leadership and the long-term vision for the franchise. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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 Riccio and Satiar Shah are joined by Joe Rachert from Heads Up Guys to chat about mental health this winter. After, Ken Malenstyn from Barnside Brewing joins to talk about their charity initiatives, and the continued collaboration beer with Sportsnet650. Then Iain McIntyre joins to break down the Canucks season as the NHL season begins! This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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 Riccio and Satiar Shah give the listeners their predictions for the year live from Barnside Brewing. Some hot takes are discussed as both shade some playoff teams from last year, and suggest that we will see some new clubs breaking into the postseason. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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 Don Taylor of Donnie and Dhali to talk about Braeden Cootes making the team, Jonathan Lekkerimaki gaining confidence and showing off his shot at the NHL level, and more ahead of the season getting underway on Thursday. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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 discuss the Canucks setting their roster to start the season, including the big news in Braeden Cootes cracking the NHL team. They also get into some other news and notes from the roster being set and what they expect from specific players. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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 NHL Insider, Frank Seravalli, to talk about Connor McDavid's 2-year extension, how it came together, and what it means for the Oilers over the next few seasons. They also get into what it might mean for other stars signing deals moving forward. Plus, Frank mentions Jonathan Lekkerimaki and Tom Willander as names to keep an eye on as the season gets underway. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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.

On this week's episode, Brendan Batchelor and Randip Janda discuss the Canucks' roster decisions after the conclusion of the pre-season and answer some listener questions. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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.

Sat Shah and Bik Nizzar breakdown the Canucks 3-2 OT win over the Oilers to close out the pre-season. Hear from Head Coach Adam Foote (31:37) Braeden Cootes (45:34) and Joanthan Lekkerimaki (49:31) post game. Plus Randip Janda provides his analysis. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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 answer listener questions in the Friday Mailbag with Producer Josh! This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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 former NHLer Justin Williams. Justin talks excitement for the season, young players making an impression, Rick Tocchet in Philly, and what he sees for the Canucks this season. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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 discuss the final roster spots for the Canucks. What are the actual chances Cootes makes the roster? Plus, Sat reports on the latest with the Canucks. Including what they are looking to add in the near future. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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 James Nichols of New Jersey Hockey Now to talk about Luke Hughes extending with the Devils and how the team is shaping up in New Jersey this season. Also, hear from former NHLer, Landon Ferraro, with his thoughts on the Canucks so far through the preseason and his experience playing with potential trade target Lukas Reichel. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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 discuss the big preseason win for the Canucks in Calgary and how that keeps the waters muddied as the team tries to make final roster decisions one week out from the start of the regular season. They also talk about the vibes around the team and if things are too good to be true at the moment. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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.

Sat Shah and Bik Nizzar breakdown the Canucks 8-1 win over the Calgary Flames in pre-season play. Hear from Assistant Coach Scott Young post game (38:32). Plus Randip Janda provides his analysis. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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.

It's Overrated/Underrated as Dan and Sat debate whether topics like 9-game stints in the NHL, the Canucks trading for Lukas Reichel, and much more are overrated or underrated. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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 Kevin Woodley of InGoal Magazine and NHL.com to talk about giving Braeden Cootes an extended look, how the defence is shaping up under Adam Foote, and how Thatcher Demko is looking through the preseason. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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 Sportsnet's Iain MacIntyre to get his thoughts on what could happen with Braeden Cootes over the next few weeks, how some of the other young players are looking, and more as the preseason rolls on. Also, hear from former NHLer and current Wild Analyst, Wes Walz, on the Kirill Kaprizov extension and how things are looking in Minnesota heading into the regular season. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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 discuss Kirill Kaprizov's record-setting contract extension and what it might mean for Quinn Hughes and his contract negotiations next offseason. They also talk about how the Elias Pettersson contract is starting to age as other stars around the NHL sign their deals. Plus, they get into the impact of the Nils Hoglander injury moving forward. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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 Don Taylor of Donnie and Dhali to talk about what he's seen from Braeden Cootes in the preseason, his thoughts on some of the other young players looking to secure a roster spot, and more from around the team. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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 dig into what they've seen from Braeden Cootes so far in the preseason, how the Canucks should approach things with him moving forward, and what's best for his development long-term. They also get into what Cootes making the team would mean for some of their other players down the lineup. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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 their weekly NHL Insider, Frank Seravalli, to talk about the bar for Braeden Cootes to reach the NHL, the Panthers joining the long list of teams that are looking for a Center, and his thoughts on the Canucks playoff chances this season. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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.

Sat Shah and Bik Nizzar breakdown the Canucks 4-3 loss to the Edmonton OIlers. Hear from Head Coach Adam Foote (28:57) and Braeden Cootes (35:40) post game. Plus Randip Janda provides his analysis. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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.

On this week's episode, Brendan Batchelor and Randip Janda recap the Friday night pre-season win over the Seattle Kraken, discuss the battles in training camp as the exhibition campaign passes the midway mark and look ahead to Sunday's matchup against Edmonton. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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.

Sat Shah and Bik Nizzar breakdown the Canucks 4-2 win over the Seattle Kraken at Rogers Arena. Hear from Head Coach Adam Foote (35:20), Braeden Cootes (48:47) and Kiefer Sherwood (55:45) post game. Plus Randip Janda provides his analysis. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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.

It's Mailbag Friday as Dan and Sat answer your questions about whether or not the Canucks should move from their surplus of defencemen if it means getting a 2C, their opinion long-term on Tom Willander and D-Petey, and more! This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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 Sportsnet's Sam Cosentino to talk about the likelihood of Tom Willander and Braeden Cootes making the big club out of camp and what could be best for their development. They also touch on some other top prospects from around the NHL. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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 discuss the recent news of Nils Hoglander being out week to week with an ankle sprain and who can step up in his absence. They debate how players like Jonathan Lekkerimaki, Linus Karlsson, and even Braeden Cootes could seize the opportunity in the short-term. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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.

Landon Ferraro joins the show. Is Pettersson doing twenty pull-ups, impressive? The guys discuss what they'll be watching for in Elias Pettersson's game, thoughts on the Canucks young defenceman, what Cootes needs to do to make the team, and the aftermath of Hoglander's injury. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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 recap the Canucks win in Abbotsford. They also discuss the Canucks depth on defence, and raising trade possibilities for a second-line center. Then, we listen to Adam Foote's recent comments, where Foote emphasizes managing young blueliners’ minutes to limit mistakes. Plus, no update yet on Hoglander’s injury, which could be concerning. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian.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.