Tsn 1040: Sekeres & Price

After a 2nd win over the Stanley Cup Champs from Florida, there is lots for Matt and Blake to get to today. JT Miller is back with some impact, the rise of Max Sasson, and the continued fabulous play of Kevin Lankinen. Plus, reports are leaking in on the state of the Canucks internal chemistry, is any of it concerning? Jeff Paterson stops by from RinkWide Vancouver to get into the big peformances vs the Panthers, and how the Canucks started to build and breakout from their own zone finally, what does that mean for the defenceman choices going forward? Jeff gets into some of the trade rumours around Desharnais as well. Then Jeff Marek stops by to talk about locker room dynamics and some tricky ones that he's seen in the past. Also, while buyers might want to wait till after the 4 Nations break, Marek says sellers may be more impatient. All this, plus the guys get into the breaking news of the sale of the Whitecaps and what it might mean for the future of the franchise.

Jeff Paterson stops by from RinkWide Vancouver to get into the big performances vs the Panthers, and how the Canucks started to build and breakout from their own zone finally, what does that mean for the defenceman choices going forward? Jeff gets into some of the trade rumours around Desharnais as well.

Jeff Marek stops by to talk about locker room dynamics and some tricky ones that he's seen in the past. Also, while buyers might want to wait till after the 4 Nations break, Marek says sellers may be more impatient.

J-T MILL-ER! J-T MILL-ER! The Canucks get their leading scorer back from last season, just in time to face the Stanley Cup Champs! Matt and Blake talk about what it means on the ice and off, as the team desperately tries to improve their home record. The guys also get into the goaltending decision of Lankinen over Demko, and Brannström's continued benching as well. Patrick Johnston of Postmedia stops by from the rink to weigh on what the morning was like, and we hear from both Miller and Tocchet about the big return. Then it's Rob Williams of The Daily Hive on the increasing number of tickets avaialble at Canucks games, and the prices dropping along with that. They also get into whether the Canucks' entertainment level might be to blame. All that, plus some offseason MLB and MLS news as the Whitecaps exit the expansion draft process.

Rob Williams of The Daily Hive on the increasing number of tickets avaialble at Canucks games, and the prices dropping along with that. They also get into whether the Canucks' entertainment level might be to blame.

Patrick Johnston of Postmedia stops by from the rink to weigh on what the morning was like, and we hear from both Miller and Tocchet about the big return.

The Canucks salvage a point at home versus the Blues, but it was an adventure! Matt and Blake have started to hear the first rumblings of coaching discontent from the fans, and they get into Tocchet's role in the middling play of late. Plus, we hear from coach after the game as he gets a little heated with media. The guys look at a heroic effort from Hughes, a darn good first start from Demko, and the possibility of JT Miller back tomorrow vs the Panthers. TSN's Frank Corrado joins to discuss what was happening defensively last night, and what the team loses with no Hronek or Brannström in the lineup. He talks about Tocchet's role in the recent run of play, and whether the home record can be salvaged soon. Then it's former Canucks executive Laurance Gilman to outline where he would be in contract talks with Brock Boeser, and potentially Thatcher Demko. Plus, despite decent results, should there be any panic to get the defenceman or two they need? All that, plus the Whitecaps and Lions sign some players, and t

Former Canucks executive Laurance Gilman to outline where he would be in contract talks with Brock Boeser, and potentially Thatcher Demko. Plus, despite decent results, should there be any panic to get the defenceman or two they need?

TSN's Frank Corrado joins to discuss what was happening defensively last night, and what the team loses with no Hronek or Brannström in the lineup. He talks about Tocchet's role in the recent run of play, and whether the home record can be salvaged soon.

The Canucks continue their homestand vs the Blues and welcome back Thatcher Demko between the pipes for his first start of the season. Matt and Blake talk about what to expect from the Vezina nominated goalie tonight, and the tandem of goalies going forward. JT Miller joined his teammates on ice for the first time since taking his leave of absence, and the guys talk about the scuttlebutt around his return, which is expected sometime this week. There are other lineup changes vs the Blues to talk about as well. John Shannon stops by with his view on the return of Demko and Miller and what this does for management's plans for a trade. Shannon also weighs in on the future of TSN and Sportsnet with reports swirling of big changes afoot. Then it's Cam Robinson of Elite prospects with his case for Hughes as a Hart trophy winner, the future of Boeser in Vancouver, plus his thoughts on whether the standout performers in Abbotsford could be leaned on as early as this season. All that, plus the Whitecaps make some inter

John Shannon stops by with his view on the return of Demko and Miller and what this does for management's plans for a trade. Shannon also weighs in on the future of TSN and Sportsnet with reports swirling of big changes afoot.

Cam Robinson of Elite prospects with his case for Hughes as a Hart trophy winner, the future of Boeser in Vancouver, plus his thoughts on whether the standout performers in Abbotsford could be leaned on as early as this season.

After a home win and loss over the weekend, Matt and Blake are left to ponder what this Canucks team really is right now. The injury to Quinn Hughes on Sunday, showed how tenuous a position the team is in defensively, and not even the imminent return of Thatcher Demko is likely to help. TSN's Darren Dreger reveals the return date of JT Miller to practice but that questions remain after that, and Dregs gets into all the chatter from the NHL Board of Governors meeting, not to mention the accusations of tampering that are flying around because of trade rumours. RinkWide's Jeff Paterson stops in for his weekend recap, questioning the depth scoring as many are in scoring droughts, but also questioning the Canucks willingness to use Vincent Desharnais after his recent spell of play.. All that, plus a great weekend for the Seahawks, and some other tidbits too!

TSN's Darren Dreger reveals the return date of JT Miller to practice but that questions remain after that, and Dregs gets into all the chatter from the NHL Board of Governors meeting, not to mention the accusations of tampering that are flying around because of trade rumours.

RinkWide's Jeff Paterson stops in for his weekend recap, questioning the depth scoring as many are in scoring droughts, but also questioning the Canucks willingness to use Vincent Desharnais after his recent spell of play.

The Canucks go toe to toe with Taylor Swift tonight, err, the Blue Jackets, but with no bad blood, what style of game will it be? Matt and Blake look at the Canucks home record and wonder if they can shake it off going forward. The guys look at Tocchet's lineup decisions and whether the good kharma from the road trip will carry over, but Canucks fans know all too well that the injuries will eventually have an effect if they can't get players like Miller and Demko back soon to fill up the blank space. RinkWide Vancouver's Jeff Paterson joins the guys live from the rink as Canucks fans get set to rekindle their love story with Thatcher Demko, who suits up for the first time this season, as the backup. JPat opines on whether Höglander can play his way out of exile, and if 2 is better than one when it comes to goalies. Then it's The Sheet's Jeff Marek with a scoop on Höglander interest and whether you need to calm down on that story, plus he gets into the 4 Nation faceoff's role in holding up the trade of your wi

The Sheet's Jeff Marek with a scoop on Höglander interest and whether you need to calm down on that story, plus he gets into the 4 Nation faceoff's role in holding up the trade of your wildest dreams, and the latest in the trade of the NHL anti-hero in Jacob Trouba.

RinkWide Vancouver's Jeff Paterson joins the guys live from the rink as Canucks fans get set to rekindle their love story with Thatcher Demko, who suits up for the first time this season, as the backup. JPat opines on whether Höglander can play his way out of exile, and if 2 is better than one when it comes to goalies.

The Canucks start to make some roster moves ahead of their 6 game homestand and the 4 Nations Faceoff rosters are announced, giving Matt and Blake all sorts of things to discuss on the show. They get into the Canucks that were snubbed for the tournament, when Demko and Miller will be working their way back into the lineup, and whether young players like Lekkerimäki and McWard can earn some playing time. Patrick Johnston of The Province stops by to set the record straight about his chat with Jim Rutherford and whether the Canucks President was trying to play the heavy. PJ also talks about Nils Höglander's future and all the roster machinations affecting the team right now. Then it's The Daily Hive's Rob Williams on Canucks fans' interest in the 4 Nations Faceoff, the Canucks lineup with and without Miller, and an important discussion on the craziness of the stadium district this weekend as Canucks fans and Swifties collide!

Patrick Johnston of The Province stops by to set the record straight about his chat with Jim Rutherford and whether the Canucks President was trying to play the heavy. PJ also talks about Nils Höglander's future and all the roster machinations affecting the team right now.