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The Open: The Final Home Game Finally Arrives
Looking Ahead to the Draft and the Stanley Cup Playoffs
Don Taylor Talks Canucks Lottery Draft and Potential Re-Signings
The Open: All Bets are Off this Week
Frank Seravalli: It's Time to Rip the Band-aid Off
Post Game: Fighting For The Group

Post Game: Shark Spoilers
Sat Shah, Bik Nizzar and Landon Ferraro breakdown the Canucks 4-3 shootout win over the San Jose Sharks. Hear from Linus Karlsson (39:19) and Adam Foote (42:47) post game. 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.

Mailbag Friday: GM Search, Practice Rink and Taco Joints
Sat and Bik answer you questions surrounding the Canucks GM Search, practice rinks and best taco spots in Vancouver on Mailbag Friday! 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.
Jannik Hansen on What to Play for Down the Stretch
Jannik Hansen joins Sat and Bik to talk about the importance of showing up and competing down the stretch , even if it’s just to spoil another team’s playoff hopes. They get into how the Canucks can find ways to lift themselves in the final games, why there are always personal reasons to keep playing hard, and what the current defense pairings look like. The conversation also touches on Ryan Johnson as a potential GM candidate. 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.
The Open: Playing Out the String
Sat and Bik break down the Canucks’ loss in LA, examine the team’s recent lack of progression, and take a closer look at individual performances, including how mixing younger players with veterans could create new opportunities. They also dive into the current level of fan confidence in Elias 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.

In The Booth: The Youth Movement
On the penultimate episode of In The Booth for the season, Brendan Batchelor and Randip Janda rank the Canucks top 5 players under the age of 23, preview who Vancouver might select with their first pick in the NHL Draft and Look Ahead to the Canucks' final four games of the 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.

Post Game: One Way LA Traffic
Sat Shah, Bik Nizzar and Randip Janda breakdown the Canucks 4-1 loss to the Los Angeles Kings. Hear from Head Coach Adam Foote (34:45) and Marcus Pettersson (1:02:29) post game. 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.
Managing the Stretch Run and Reading the Races
Landon Ferraro joins Sat and Bik to break down what’s been working in the Canucks’ play late in the season, how players manage their mindset, and what’s expected of the younger group next year. Derek Van Diest weighs in on the inconsistent Western Conference teams, the weaker divisions, Calgary’s rebuild progress, and why Vancouver needs to find value beyond the first round. Tom Gulitti wraps things up with a look at the Eastern Conference race, the pressure on top contenders, and the fight for first in the Atlantic. 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.
Shane Malloy on Producing Players and Intriguing Picks
Shane Malloy joins Sat and Bik to question whether there’s any real proof the Canucks can turn their rebuild into a true Stanley Cup contender. He highlights Keaton Verheoff as the clear third pick in the draft and breaks down how difficult it actually is to turn years of draft capital into real NHL players. They also run through a range of draft prospects, digging into several intriguing names by position. 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.
The Open: Are There Acceptable Age Gap Trades?
Sat and Bik dive into the fear surrounding age‑gap trades and the idea of the Canucks accelerating their rebuild. They explore whether there are any age‑gap trades that could realistically work out for Vancouver, and what conditions would make them worthwhile. They also discuss the current Canucks management group and what the future might look like for them within the organization. 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.

Overrated/Underrated + Chase Reid joins the show!
Sat and Bik debate whether topics like changing management/coaching, potential options at 3rd overall, and much more are overrated or underrated! Plus, hear from potential 3rd overall pick, Chase Reid, on how his season with the Soo Greyhounds is going and he gets ready to hear his name called in June. 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 on Management and the Lack of a Message
Sat and Bik are joined by Kevin Woodley of InGoal Magazine and NHL.com to talk about what's going on with Canucks management, who needs to answer for how poorly this season has gone, and more as we approach the end of the 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.
The Open: Who Will be the GM of the Future?
Sat and Bik discuss the most recent reports about the future of the Canucks GM spot and whether or not Patrik Allvin is the guy long-term. They also get into the potential of Ryan Johnson taking over, how much regime change there could be, and how desirable the Canucks GM spot is around the league. 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.

Post Game: Can You Spare A Shot or Three?
Sat Shah and Bik Nizzar breakdown the Canucks 2-1 loss to the Vegas Golden Knights. Hear from Head Coach Adam Foote (34:48), Max Sasson (1:05:40) and Nikita Tolopilo (1:19:45) post game. Plus Randip Janda and Iain MacIntyre (1:24:30) 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.
Prospect Ceilings and Floors + Caleb Malhotra Joins!
Tony Ferrari joins Sat and Bik to break down the prospect pool, including the ceilings of top names like Gavin McKenna and Ivar Stenberg, plus which positional needs could shape teams’ draft decisions. Don Taylor later weighs in on whether the Canucks might see front‑office changes, with internal candidates like Ryan Johnson and Manny Malhotra potentially on the move. Caleb Malhotra also stops by to talk about his playoff run, his on‑ice non‑negotiables, and the areas of his game he’s focused on improving. 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.
The Open: Is McKenna the Home Run Swing?
Sat and Bik dive into whether Gavin McKenna is the home‑run pick, with Ivar Stenberg as the potential double. Later, they break down what the Canucks might expect from the Minnesota first‑round pick and which prospects project as either safe bets or big swings. 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.

Post Game: Karlsson Keeps Being a Shining Light
Sat Shah and Bik Nizzar breakdown the Canucks 7-4 loss to the Utah Mammoth. Hear from Head Coach Adam Foote (34:05) and Linus Karlsson (54:13) post game. Plus Landon Feraro and Iain MacIntyre (58:29) 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.

Mailbag Friday: Buium vs. Willander Ceiling, Canucks Awards and Easter Candy
Sat and Bik answer your questions on mailbag Friday surrounding Zeev Buium and Tom Willander's ceiling, Canucks award winners and Easter Candy! 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.
The Open: Canucks Clinch 32nd!
Sat and Bik break down the Canucks officially clinching 32nd place, giving them the best lottery odds and a crucial chance to secure the elite draft talent their rebuild desperately needs. They dig into why finding a true franchise center will take multiple years making consecutive high picks essential. Later, they debate whether Vancouver should get aggressive and lock in Zeev Buium on an eight‑year extension early to maximize surplus value before he hits his full potential. 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.

In The Booth: The Hughes Legacy
On this week's episode, Brendan Batchelor and Randip Janda discuss Quinn Hughes' complicated legacy in Vancouver, recap the end of Vancouver's road trip 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.

Post Game: You May Not Know Who We Are, We Know Who You Are
Sat Shah and Bik Nizzar breakdown the Canucks 5-2 loss to the Minnesota Wild. Hear from Head Coach Adam Foote (34:07) post game. Plus Randip Janda and Iain MacIntyre (52:42) 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.
What is Quinn Hughes' Legacy?
Sat and Bik are joined by Kevin Woodley to unpack the complicated legacy of Quinn Hughes. Later Landon Ferraro joins to break down Vancouver's wild 8-6 win over Colorado and explore how Hughes’ legacy will soften with time, especially once the Canucks return to true contention, because no one can deny how often he carried this team on his back. 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.

Post Game: Didn't See That One Coming
Sat Shah and Bik Nizzar breakdown the Canucks 8-6 win over the Colorado Avalanche. Hear from Head Coach Adam Foote (26:52), Teddy Blueger (44:53) and Brock Boeser (1:06:31) post game. Plus Randip Janda and Iain MacIntyre (1:11:50) 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.

Overrated/Underrated: April Fools, Goalie Fights and Pears
Sat and Bik debate whether topics like April fools, goalie fights and pears are overrated or underrated plus they run the NHL draft simulator! 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.
Canucks Fans Have Clarity + Top End Draft Picks
Iain MacIntyre joins Sat and Bik to break down how Canucks fans have fully embraced the rebuild now that the organization’s direction is finally clear, setting the stage for a crucial draft‑driven path forward. Later, Chris Peters jumps in to explain why this stretch of the season is crunch time for prospects—with the Frozen Four and Worlds giving scouts nonstop evaluations. They also get into the tight gap between McKenna and Stenberg, the Ruck twins and the strength of this year's defense class loaded with potential top‑four talent. 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.
The Open: Embracing your Reality
Sat and Bik dive into Keith Pelley’s comments about the Maple Leafs already having their foundational pieces in place, arguing that Toronto still hasn’t reached the acceptance stage of what they really are—much like the Canucks a year ago. Later they discuss how low the playoff bar is in the Pacific Division and ponder whether the Canucks can squeeze out another win before the end of the 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.

Post Game: Night to Remember in Vegas for 1Kane
Sat Shah and Bik Nizzar breakdown the Canucks 4-2 loss to the Vegas Golden Knights. Hear from Head Coach Adam Foote (32:35) and Evander Kane (1:09:58) post game. Plus Randip Janda and Iain MacIntyre (1:15:35) 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 on Reshaping Canucks Management
Don Taylor joins Sat and Bik to talk about the Calgary Flames appearing further ahead in their rebuild than the Canucks, how Jim Rutherford may be preparing to reshape the GM role heading into next season and whether this struggling group should even be kept together. 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.
The Open: The Canucks Succession Plan
Sat and Bik discuss John Tortorella's debut behind the Vegas bench against Vancouver, Canucks Management's string of bets that have unraveled and what this could mean in the steps ahead as the team has committed to going through a rebuild. 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.
Frank Seravalli on GM Changes Across the NHL
Frank Seravalli joins Sat and Bik to unpack the the decision by the Vegas Golden Knights firing Bruce Cassidy and handing the bench to John Tortorella. They dig into the broader concerns surrounding Vegas' decision makers from their Mitch Marner acquisition, shaky goaltending and their bottom-six overhaul before exploring other teams that may be nearing a coaching crossroads. Later they examine what the next steps could look like for the Canucks' management group. 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.

Post Game: It Was Over Early
Sat Shah, Bik Nizzar and Landon Ferraro breakdown the Canucks 7-3 loss to the Calgary Flames. Hear from Head Coach Adam Foote post game. 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.

In The Booth: Pressure's Still on Petey
On this week's episode, Brendan Batchelor and Randip Janda break down centre Elias Pettersson's recent play and look ahead to his potential future with or without the Canucks. They also answer a handful of listener questions and preview Vancouver's upcoming four-game road trip in The Look Ahead. 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.
Honing in on Your Craft + Mailbag Overflow
Sat and Bik are joined by Chris Higgins as they discuss the importance of honing in on your craft in order to stay relevant in the NHL, identifying the young culture carriers and the guys get through more of your questions in the mailbag overflow! 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.

Mailbag Friday: Foote's Future, Young D Contracts, and Baseball
Sat and Bik answer your questions about what the Canucks should do with Adam Foote after the season, whether or not they should extend their young defencemen this Summer, and more in this week's Mailbag Friday! 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.
The Open: Young Guys Taking a Stance
Sat and Bik dive into Buium and Willander taking a stance last game as they outline what taking steps in forming a culture really looks like inside the room. Later they get into into Filip Hronek's future as they discuss how the organization doesn't expect to move him in the offseason despite the noise around roster changes. With his consistency, presence, and growing voice, could Hronek be the next captain of this 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.

Post Game: Kids Bring the Bite
Sat Shah, Bik Nizzar and Randip Janda breakdown the Canucks 4-0 loss to the Los Angeles Kings. Hear from Head Coach Adam Foote (40:02), Zeev Buium (52:06), Brock Boeser (1:03:00) and Filip Hronek (1:14:04) post game. 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.
The Mental Grind of a Draft Year Season + Carson Carels Joins
Sat and Bik are joined by Landon Ferraro to explore the mental grind of a draft‑year season, from trying to showcase yourself when your junior team is out of the playoffs to balancing raw potential with the pressure to prove you belong. Later, draft prospect Carson Carels joins the show to discuss his breakout year, how his World Juniors experience elevated his play in Prince George, and the NHL players he models his game after. 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.
The Open: Setting your Foundation
Sat and Bik break down why this year’s draft is a crucial chance for the Canucks to build a stronger foundation, especially if they can hit on late‑round picks and elevate their prospect pool. They look ahead to three upcoming clashes with the Kings, a team fighting for their playoff lives, and wonder whether Vancouver can play spoil their postseason down the stretch. 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.

Overrated/Underrated: Young Core, Adopting the Sonics + Movie Adaptations
Sat and Bik debate whether topics surrounding the Canucks young core, adopting the Sonics and book to movie adaptations 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 on Organizational Accountability
Kevin Woodley joins Sat and Bik to unpack how the Canucks arrived at this crossroads, arguing that the organization finally seems willing to confront the gap between its preseason ambitions and the hard pivot it was forced to make. He stresses that embracing the word rebuild means taking real accountability for past decisions, re‑evaluating the culture, and understanding which habits and structural choices led them here in the first place. 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.
The Open: Who's to Blame?
Sat and Bik break down Adam Foote's muddled communication and the impact it's having in a demanding Canadian market. They examine the stalled development of the younger players and confront the historically poor results this season under Foote's coaching and raise questions around some of the offseason moves that were made to get them here. 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.

Post Game: Pettersson's Underwhelming Milestone Night
Sat Shah and Bik Nizzar breakdown the Canucks 5-3 loss to the Anaheim Ducks. Hear from Head Coach Adam Foote (33:33), Elias Pettersson (58:40) and Drew O'Connor (1:19:55) post game. Plus Randip Janda and Iain MacIntyre (1:25:36) 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.
Could an Eastern Team Upset + Draft Player Profiles
Sat and Bik welcome Shayna Goldman to break down the turtle‑paced Pacific Division playoff race, the league‑wide parity shaping contenders and explore whether an upset could be brewing out East as fringe teams gain ground. Later, Will Scouch joins the show to dissect a softer draft class, highlight why Stenberg and McKenna still headline the group, and sort through which center might emerge as the first off the board. 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.
The Open: Selling Hope
Sat and Bik dive into the Canucks season ticket holder message. They unpack why statements from management won’t mend frustration on their own, and how next season’s attendance and patience levels will reveal the true temperature of the fanbase. They also explore the fear around the team unexpectedly improving shifting the organization’s direction from a full rebuild to a quicker retool. 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.
Which Team Could Trade for McDavid?
Don Taylor joins Sat and Bik to question whether the Canucks’ management can be trusted with the first overall pick, especially when the marketability of Gavin McKenna looms large in what might be the worst season in franchise history. They later dig into the possibility of the Oilers missing the playoffs entirely and what that kind of stumble could mean for McDavid’s long‑term future. The segment closes with a look at the playoff races and what teams could trade for McDavid. 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.