The VANcast with Dayal and Lalji: A show about the Vancouver Canucks

On a bonus episode of the VANcast, JPat and Drancer break down the Tanner Pearson contract extension and the reaction to it in the Vancouver market. The guys also discuss Jim Benning's Friday morning media availability in which he explained the Pearson deal and updated the team's COVID situation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of the VANcast, JPat and Drancer weigh in with the latest on the Canucks COVID situation. They guys also visit with TSN's Farhan Lalji and discuss Tanner Pearson's trade value and the futures of Jim Benning, Travis Green and Ian Clark. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of the VANcast, JPat and Drancer reflect on the seven days since the Canucks were shutdown by COVID. The guys look a possible and realistic timeline for the team to return to the ice and game action. They also drill down on Tanner Pearson's season and his value on the trade market or where the veteran winger fits in the organization if the team re-signs him. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of the VANcast, JPat and Drancer discuss the latest on the Canucks battle with COVID. The guys get into the stories they're hearing about how the virus is impacting players and their families. CBC's Justin McElroy has been covering the COVID story in BC for more than a year and he shares his thoughts on the way the virus has worked its way through the Canucks locker room and how the team could use its standing in the community to raise awareness for just how serious this situation is in BC right now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode, JPat and Drancer welcome Matt Sekeres and Blake Price to the VANcast for a discussion on life in the digital space, the future of sports radio and Canucks coverage in Vancouver and the latest on the team's COVID crisis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

JPat and Drancer get into the events leading to the postponement of Wednesday's game between the Canucks and Flames. What does this mean for the hockey club and the start of its seven-game road trip? The guys also get into the surprise signing of Thatcher Demko to a 5-year $25 million contract. It's a gamble on a goalie with 59-career NHL starts and the guys dive into whether it's a bet worth making. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of the VANcast, JPat and Drancer look at the Canucks as they prepare to return to action after a week off. They update the team's injury situation and explore trade talk involving a handful of players. The guys also look at Alex Edler's future and discuss whether the Canucks would sit the veteran down the stretch to get a look at younger blueliners. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of the VANcast, JPat and Drancer look back at a 5-1 Winnipeg victory that sends the Canucks into spring break on a slide. With playoffs all but a dream, the guys look at the way the team should approach the final 19 games on the schedule. Who plays and who sits? They also examine the roster construction of the hockey club and push the fans to raise their expectations for a better product. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

JPat and Drancer look back on Monday's 4-0 loss to Winnipeg in which Bo Horvat joined the list of walking wounded. The guys get into how the Canucks may line-up down the middle for Wednesday's rematch. They also look at the opportunity for Adam Gaudette to slide back to centre. As well, they discuss the Canucks claiming Travis Boyd off waivers from Toronto Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of the VANcast, JPat and Drancer dive into the Canucks weekend games in Montreal. The guys look at the split and what it means to the playoff push. They assess Braden Holtby's first start in weeks and the debut weekend for Jimmy Vesey. They also set up two games this week against the Winnipeg Jets before the Canucks get a full week off. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of the VANcast, JPat and Drancer look back at Wednesday's 3-2 shootout win for the Canucks in Ottawa. They wonder what it will take for Nils Hoglander to see the ice in 3-on-3 overtime. The guys also discuss the Canucks claiming Jimmy Vesey off waivers from the Leafs and ask a big question no one else is asking. And they set up the weekend in Montreal with the Canucks now just two points back of the Habs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of the VANcast, JPat and Drancer look back at the Canucks 3-2 overtime win in Ottawa. The guys breakdown the OT winner, they address the latest tweet from the owner, they look at the keys to the Canucks penalty killing success of late and they heap more praise on Thatcher Demko and wonder if Vezina voters are starting to take note of what's going on in the Canucks crease Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of the VANcast, JPat and Drancer look back on the Canucks 2-1 win over Edmonton. They guys look at how the Canucks are winning without Elias Pettersson. They welcome The Athletic's Rick Dhaliwal back to the pod to look at a new deal for Thatcher Demko, contract talks with Tanner Pearson and the future of Nikita Tryamkin Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of the VANcast, JPat and Drancer look back on the Canucks 5-1 loss to Montreal. The guys are also joined by The Athletic's Harman Dayal to examine a number of big picture issues for the Canucks: trade chips, reshaping the bottom six & what does the defense look like next year and beyond? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode, JPat and Drancer look back at Adam Gaudette's late-game heroics that helped the Canucks beat Montreal 2-1 in a shootout. The guys marvel at the performance of Thatcher Demko who is on a personal four game win streak. Kevin Woodley of NHL.com and InGoal Magazine joins the show to talk Demko, Holtby, DiPietro and the future of Canucks goalie coach Ian Clark. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of the VANcast, JPat and Drancer look back at Saturday's 4-2 win over Toronto that took the Canucks to the midway mark of their shortened season. They discuss the idea of leaving JT Miller in the middle when Elias Pettersson returns from injury. They look at Thatcher Demko's run of late and they finish up with mid-season team award winners. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of the VANcast, JPat and Drancer drill down on Jim Benning's midseason media availability which left many with more questions than answers. The guys review many of Benning's responses about the team's first half struggles and his plans moving toward the NHL trade deadline. They also try to decipher what the team's plan is to build a contender. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of the VANcast, JPat and Drancer make a big announcement about the podcast. The guys break down the Canucks split of games in Winnipeg. They look at the on-going struggles of Braden Holtby and they set-up a five game homestand that starts with a pair of games against the Leafs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of the VANcast, JPat and Drancer review a forgettable February for the Canucks and look at where things go from here. They dive into the trade rumours involving Jake Virtanen and Brandon Sutter. They also look at the struggles of the team's power play of late and changes that can be made. The guys finish up with a review of Jack Rathbone's impressive pro debut in Utica over the weekend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of the VANcast, JPat and Drancer try to make sense of the latest Canucks loss as they squandered a 3-0 lead against Edmonton. The guys look at the team's inability to defend. They also address the fact that Connor McDavid didn't beat the Canucks, the Oilers depth did. And Rick Dhaliwal returns to the pod to give his thoughts on the state of the franchise and the moves necessary to get the organization headed in the right direction. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

JPat and Drancer look back at a lost weekend for the Canucks as they dropped a pair of games to Winnipeg. The guys look at the long-term vision for the hockey club with the trade deadline now eight weeks away. They also discuss the debut of the Canucks Reverse Retro uniforms and why so much was made of Friday night's dogpile on Nils Hoglander Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

JPat and Drancer review one of the Canucks best performances of the season with a 5-1 win in Calgary. They discuss the recent revival of the Canucks and compare it to what's going on with the flickering Flames. And Ray Ferraro makes a special guest appearance and talks Boeser, Hoglander & Travis Green's extension. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of the VANcast, JPat and Drancer look back at the past few games against the Flames. The Canucks may have changed their apparel, but they still have the same issues with the puck. The guys also unpack Francesco Aquilini's tweet thread from the weekend and do their best to interpret what the owner was trying to say. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the VANcast, JPat and Drancer look back at Thursday's 3-1 loss to Calgary and why it's fallen so far, so fast for the Canucks. The guys question whether the season is salvageable after just 17 games. They discuss the play of Elias Pettersson, Bo Horvat, Nils Hoglander and Tyler Myers. They also discuss the Canucks video tribute for Markstrom, Tanev & Leivo. They update their high steaks goal-scoring bet and finish with a few thoughts about local radio at the end of a difficult week in the city of Vancouver. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode, JPat and Drancer discuss the shocking decision to shutdown TSN 1040 in Vancouver. JPat takes the opportunity to reflect on his time there and to say thank you to the Vancouver sports radio listeners. The guys look at the state of the industry and the hole left behind. They also check in on the Canucks and their five-game losing streak, as the Canucks prepare to battle the Flames at home on Thursday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

JPat and Drancer look back on the Canucks 7-3 loss in Toronto on Thursday. The guys address the alarming number of goals the team has allowed at the quarter pole. They also address Jim Benning's remark about running out of time to sign Tyler Toffoli. The guys finish up with questions from the VIPs in the VANcast mailbag. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

JPat and Drancer sift through the rubble of the Canucks 6-2 loss in Montreal ahead of the rematch this afternoon at the Bell Centre. They guys try to figure out what's up with the Lotto Line. They also dive into a power play that is struggling. And Drance does his best to set Hockey Canada straight ahead of the 2022 Olympics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

JPat and Drancer review the Canucks three game sweep of the Ottawa Senators. They look at two big nights for the team's top players. They dive into Quinn Hughes hot start and whether it makes him a Norris Trophy front runner. And they guys try to figure out what the future holds for Jake Virtanen who appears to be in the coach's doghouse -- again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of the VANcast, JPat and Drancer look back on the Canucks 7-1 romp over Ottawa. They discuss what the result does to ease the tension in the market. Plus, JPat and Drancer praise the contributions of depth scorers and the struggles of the top line, they examine Nils Hoglander's first eight NHL games and provide an update on the What's at 'Steak' goal scoring bet. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of the VANcast, JPat and Drancer break down a pair of games between the Canucks and Canadiens. They look at Vancouver's defensive woes and discipline issues. They also try to make sense of Elias Pettersson's slow start. The guys are joined by Max Lapierre to discuss his recent retirement from hockey and his 15 years playing the game in both the NHL and in Europe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode, JPat and Drancer review the Canucks back to back losses in Calgary. They look at the issues facing both the power play and the penalty kill. And they try to make sense of Elias Pettersson's slow start to the season. They also gauge the reaction to the market after three straight losses and look ahead to three straight against the Montreal Canadiens. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

JPat and Drancer review the Canucks first two games of the new NHL season. There was plenty to like in the opener and some familiar concerns in the rematch. The guys drill down on some of the notable individual performances -- who stood out and who needs to step up. And listen to the end for news about the return of The Botchford Project. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

JPat and Drancer welcome John Shorthouse and John Garrett to the VANcast. Shorty and Cheech share their favourite road arenas, places to eat on the road, and the challenges of calling road games off monitors this season.Plus, JPat and Drancer discuss the loss of J.T. Miller and Jordie Benn, due to Covid-19, and what it means for players like Jake Virtanen and Zack Macewen. JPat and Drancer also highlight the official signing of Travis Hamonic, and how the Canucks need to get at least 4 points in their first four road games to start this season. Let's Go!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

JPat and Drancer examine a busy weekend for the Vancouver Canucks as the team held its final scrimmage of training camp. It also had to deal with COVID on Sunday. And the guys look at the decision to put Loui Eriksson on waivers. What does it mean and what's next for the veteran winger? Also, JPat and Drancer predict this season's goal totals for the Canucks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

JPat and Drancer review the first three days of Canucks training camp. They weigh in with their thoughts on Nils Hoglander, Olli Juolevi and Marc Michaelis. They also examine the battles for jobs in the bottom six forward group. The guys update Michael Ferland's roster situation and look at possibilities exist for the Canucks to load up on offense this season Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The first VANcast with JPat and Drancer for 2021 discusses the Canucks first day of training camp, the team offering unrestricted free agent Travis Hamonic a professional tryout offer and Jim Benning and Travis Green's zoom call with the media today. The boys look at what the addition of Hamonic means to the young Canucks defenders who are battling for a slot on the roster. Plus JPat and Drancer discuss players on the bubble, and Benning and Green addressing Green's contract status with Vancouver. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the final VANcast of the year, JPat and Drancer look forward to Canucks training camp. The guys discuss the additions of Jason King and Chris Higgins to Travis Green's coaching staff. They also look at moves around the NHL over the past few days. as rosters begin to take shape. The guys finish up with a look back at 2020 and some of their favourite Canucks and media moments of this bizarre year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

JPat and Drancer dive into the NHL's return to play plan and discuss a number of areas that impact the Canucks. They examine the idea of a taxi squad, who might be on it and how that could impact player development. The guys also address the importance of a quick start to the 56-game season. Plus, Drancer gushes over getting a new puppy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of the VANcast, JPat and Drancer discuss the futures of Travis Green and Travis Hamonic. The guys get into the reasons why the Canucks head coach has yet to hammer out a contract extension. They also drill down on how the Canucks can afford to sign a veteran defenseman to bolster their blueline. Plus they look at Nils Hoglander having an edge on the competition at training camp after playing competitive games in Sweden this season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode, JPat gets Drancer to answer a number of questions from the TSN 1040 Hockey Fan Survey. They guys discuss how soon the Canucks could challenge for a Stanley Cup, and where Elias Pettersson will top out as a point producer . The pod then takes a turn as the guys examine the Pavel Datsyuk comparison for Pettersson. They talk about the rivalry with Seattle, the Canucks participation in another NHL showcase game and they debate the best route for a Stanley Cup parade. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of the VANcast, JPat and Drancer discuss the wide-ranging fallout from Francesco Aquilini using Twitter to fire anthem singer Mark Donnelly. The guys also examine how the Canucks are positioned for the Seattle expansion draft. Who will be protected and who will be exposed? And how can the Canucks use the draft as on opportunity to add talent rather than lose it? Also, the guys look back on the Canuck chapter of the career of Maxim Lapierre who announced his retirement from pro hockey recently. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of the VANcast, JPat and Drancer discuss the lack of hockey at every level from the NHL right down to beer leagues. The guys talk about how an All Canadian division may impact the NHL trade deadline next season. They also reflect on the memorable one-year anniversary of Antoine Roussel's 2019-20 Canucks season debut and examine Roussel's role on the hockey club in the playoff bubble and moving forward. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

JPat and Drancer end the month with a new episode of the VANcast where they dig into trade tiers on the Vancouver Canucks. They guys look at the value of players on the roster and the various categories they fit into. They also discuss how Brock Boeser can get his goal-scoring groove back. And with video emerging of Canuck players skating on a BC glacier, the guys reflect on the 2014 Heritage Classic and the idea of the Canucks being involved in another NHL showcase game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of the VANcast, JPat and Drancer are joined by sports executive and agent Neil Glasberg for a wide ranging discussion about negotiating contracts for NHL coaches and how the process differs from standard player contracts. They discuss how the NHL has lagged behind other sports when it comes to representation for coaches. They also get into the ways coaches are compensated based on team goals and accomplishments. The hosts also look at the impact Mikhail Sergachev's new deal in Tampa Bay may have on Quinn Hughes. They also talk about JT Miller and the sacrifices he made to stay and play in the Edmonton bubble while his family dealt with personal issues at home. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a week off, JPat and Drancer are back with a new episode of the VANcast. The guys discuss the Braden Holtby tortoise drama that unfolded while they were away. They also project how often the Canucks will use Holtby this coming season. They dive into the possibility of Adam Gaudette as a penalty killer and look at areas he needs to improve to take on that role. The guys also discuss what a COVID training camp could look like and how much time teams will need for camp and the preseason before being ready to start a new season. They also look at the implications of an expanded roster and which players may wind up on a Canucks taxi squad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this special episode of the VANcast, Kathryn Botchford joins JPat and Drancer to share some family news and to thank the Canucks community for its support in the year and half since Jason's passing. For the first time Kat goes public to discuss her husband's legacy in the market, his innovative ways of covering the Canucks and his move to The Athletic. She also touches on The Botchford Project and her role in that initiative and the night the Canucks had her and her children out to a game last season. She also answers the question why it was important to go public this summer with the coroner's report into Jason's death. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of the pod JPat and Drancer are joined by TSN"s Farhan Lalji -- an avid listener of the VANcast. The guys discuss Farhan's time covering the Canucks playoff run in the bubble, the team's work in the off-season and whether Travis Green is the right man for the coaching job to take the Canucks to the next level. The guys also discuss Farhan's Movember fund-raising efforts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of the VANcast, JPat and Drancer are joined by The Athletic contributor Rick Dhaliwal to discuss the latest on the Canucks. The guys dive into Vasily Podkolzin's development and the possibility of the Russian forward making the jump to the NHL at some point this coming season. They also explore the latest on Travis Green's contract extension and how the hockey club needs to avoid the distraction of having this story persist once the puck drops. They guys finish up with a tribute to Howie Meeker who passed away earlier this week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of the VANcast, JPat and Drancer reach into the mailbag to answer pressing questions from the VIPs. The guys respond to all kinds of questions -- everything from their jobs and travel to prospects, playoffs and a new contract for the head coach. There's even a question about Loui Eriksson. The Canucks may not be playing right now, but this episode is proof that there is no shortage of interest in the hockey club. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of the VANcast, JPat and Drancer look at the reaction to Elias Pettersson's recent appearance on Spittin' Chiclets. The guys discuss players using social media to reveal their personality away from the rink. They also look at Loui Eriksson's future with the organization and whether he's more likely to play in the NHL or AHL this season. With 30 games to go, will Eriksson reach 1,000 NHL games next season? They finish up with a look at potential holdups for a contract extension for head coach Travis Green. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.