Canucks Talk

Thomas Drance and Dimitri Filipovic dig into the Canucks season approaching the trade deadline. They discuss the rumours swirling around defenceman Tyler Myers and check in on what other moves could make sense for the franchise. After, they celebrate National Pokémon Day by comparing various Canucks prospects to their potential evolutions. Lastly, Brendan Batchelor joins to discuss the Canucks season and lineup going into the pre-trade deadline stretch. This podcast is produced by Dominic Sramaty and Elan CharkThe 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.

Thomas Drance and Dimitri Filipovic discuss the latest Canucks news. They preview the trade deadline for the Canucks and recap the triumphs and tribulations of the previous deadlines under this current management. Then they look at the draft, after recent reports suggest the Canucks might prefer Ivar Stenberg over Gavin McKenna. This podcast is produced by Dominic Sramaty and Elan CharkThe 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.

Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Thomas Drance are joined by Sportsnet analyst Nick Kypreos to run down some rumors across the NHL ahead of the trade deadline including noise around Tyler Myers. Afterwards, Seattle Kraken contributor Alison Lukan stops by to chat about the NHL starting back up across the league, moves that we could see from the Seattle Kraken and more. The show wraps up with more news and notes around the Canucks and Jets game last night. This podcast is produced by Dominic Sramaty and Elan CharkThe 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.

Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Thomas Drance start off Canucks Talk with The Whiteboard, with giving out a Tyler Myers update since last night and which Eastern conference team that might be interested in his services. They also break down the Canucks loss to the Winnipeg Jets last night, while looking forward to some of the potential moves heading into the trade deadline next week. This podcast is produced by Dominic Sramaty and Elan CharkThe 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 The Whiteboard, the focus turns squarely to Elias Pettersson and what Vancouver should do if legitimate, no-retention offers are truly on the table. If the market is strong enough, the Canucks may need to meet it head-on and make a franchise-altering move. With insight from Adam Foote’s comments, the conversation also explores why the organization can’t afford to fall in love with its veterans if assets are available. Ultimately, it comes down to aligning management and coaching — giving the bench boss players he trusts while building a roster that can actually contend. This podcast is produced by Dominic Sramaty and Elan CharkThe 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 episode of Canucks Talk with Jamie and Thomas, the guys welcome in Donnie and Dhali to reset after the Olympics and turn their focus back to a looming NHL trade deadline. Vancouver is listening on nearly everyone, with Jake DeBrusk and Connor Garland drawing interest, and big-picture questions swirling around Elias Pettersson’s contract value. Jason Bukala joins to reflect on Canada’s tournament, Connor Hellebuyck’s breakout, and the next wave of stars like Gavin McKenna eyeing 2030. With ten days to go, expect the Canucks to be anything but quiet. This podcast is produced by Dominic Sramaty and Elan CharkThe 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 episode of Canucks Talk with Jamie Dodd and Thomas Drance, Matt Bradley joins to share his experience representing Team Italy at the Olympics and what it meant to compete against hockey’s elite. The conversation shifts to Vancouver’s mounting injuries, trade value questions, and whether the Canucks can replicate the asset management success of teams like Pittsburgh under Kyle Dubas. Jannik Hansen weighs in on keeping veterans engaged during a rebuild and the long-term consequences if this reset stretches to five years. Plus, the big question: is Elias Pettersson the face of the franchise — or should the Canucks explore trading him for maximum value? This podcast is produced by Dominic Sramaty and Elan CharkThe 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 episode of The Whiteboard, the debate heats up over Gavin McKenna vs. Ivar Stenberg for the first overall pick, weighing hockey operations against the business reality of drafting a Western Canadian franchise star. The guys examine the Brett Kulak–for–Sam Girard trade and how Colorado created cap flexibility while adding assets and whether the Canucks could execute a similar cap-eating move. With Vancouver set to face the Winnipeg Jets, Marco Rossi is one to watch. It’s draft strategy, cap management, and roster-building all in focus. This podcast is produced by Dominic Sramaty and Elan CharkThe 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 episode of Canucks Talk with Jamie and Thomas, Landon Ferraro joins to break down Canada’s dominant Olympic performance that still ended in heartbreak, and whether any roster decision — including adding Schaefer — would have changed the outcome. The guys debate Jon Cooper’s future behind the bench and where Connor Hellebuyck’s gold-medal run ranks among the greatest goaltending performances ever. Kevin Woodley stops by to discuss Hellebuyck silencing critics, Jordan Binnington’s trade value, and the future of Canadian goaltending. Plus, what Rossi and Zeev Buium returning means for the Vancouver Canucks moving forward. This podcast is produced by Dominic Sramaty and Elan CharkThe 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 episode of The Whiteboard, the guys react to Team USA’s overtime gold medal win over Canada, sealed by Jack Hughes and a legendary performance from Connor Hellebuyck. Despite criticism of Hockey Canada’s roster decisions, Canada largely played well but was undone by elite goaltending and a stunning Nathan MacKinnon miss that could have ended it. The panel breaks down why Canada vs. USA remains hockey’s best rivalry and why this result is ultimately great for growing the game in the United States. Plus, why the NHL must capitalize on the momentum heading into the 2028 World Cup and what the future holds for Canada’s next wave of stars. This podcast is produced by Dominic Sramaty and Elan CharkThe 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.

Jamie and Drance discuss if the Canucks market is truly prepared for how long it could take to become a contender. What is Drance's timeline to make the playoffs? Then, the guys discuss Team USA's strengths, and where Canada could take advantage of them in the Finals. Plus, would Russia be competing for a medal in this tournament and does Canada need Bedard? Later, Dimitri Filipovic joins the show. Dim talks main takeaways from Canada's win over Finland, Gold Medal game predictions, and a draft for game winning goal scorers. This podcast is produced by Dominic Sramaty and Elan CharkThe 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.

Jamie and Drance open the show recapping Team Canada's comeback win vs Finland. How high were your stress levels during the game? Is Celebrini already a top 5 player? Then, the guys discuss lineup solutions for the Gold Medal game. Later, what are the statuses of Crosby and Josh Morrissey?     This podcast is produced by Dominic Sramaty and Elan CharkThe 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.

Jamie and Drance react to the Canada vs USA Women's Gold Medal game. Then, how did Filip Hronek play at the Olympics? Later, two-time Olympic Gold Medalist Scott Niedermayer joins the show. Scott talks Team Canada, being Captain at the Olympics, facing adversity early in the tournament, and Celebrini/Toews comparison. Plus, the guys preview Canada vs Finland Semi-Final. Drance explains why the Canucks need to be more aggressive come July 1. This podcast is produced by Dominic Sramaty and Elan CharkThe 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.

Jamie and Drance open the show discussing the Women's gold medal game between Canada vs USA. Then, the guys share their thoughts on the Men's Semi-Final bracket and preview Canada vs Finland. Plus, what's Crosby's injury status? This podcast is produced by Dominic Sramaty and Elan CharkThe 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.

Jamie and Drace recap Team Canada's thrilling OT win vs Czechia. Should Team Canada be a bit worried? What is Crosby's injury status? Plus, the guys discuss the other Olympic Hockey matchups. Later, Filip Chytil is injured again.  This podcast is produced by Dominic Sramaty and Elan CharkThe 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.

Jamie and Drance react to Team Canada's OT thriller vs Czechia. Then, the guys are joined by Donnie and Dhali for 'the crossover'. They discuss Binnington being clutch, the missed 'too many men' call, lineup decisions for Canada, and thoughts on Elias Pettersson's tournament thus far. Plus, Jamie and Drance dive deeper into the looming lineup decisions for Team Canada. Later, Jason Bukala joins the show. Jason talks Canada's win, how Celebrini has been playing, and what he'd do with the lineup. This podcast is produced by Dominic Sramaty and Elan CharkThe 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 episode of Canucks Talk, Thomas Drance is joined by Landon Ferraro, Jannik Hansen, and Dimitri Filipovic to break down the Olympic hockey landscape and what it means for the NHL season. The panel examines why Team Canada looks nearly unbeatable without a major goaltending swing, Sweden’s roster decisions, and the toll injuries to stars like Nathan MacKinnon and Martin Nečas could have on their NHL clubs. They also dive into Denmark’s development gap, Olympic roster mismanagement, and controversial selections for Team USA. Plus, which Vancouver Canucks players could be on the move as the trade market heats up. This podcast is produced by Dominic Sramaty and Elan CharkThe 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 episode of The Whiteboard with Thomas and Landon, the guys recap Czechia’s win over Denmark, highlighting strong performances from Martin Nečas, David Pastrňák, and David Kampf. They dive into how today’s game demands offense from everyone — even elite defensive players can’t survive without contributing on the scoresheet. Plus, early reaction to Sweden vs. Latvia, including notable scratches like Rasmus Andersson and Jesper Bratt, and a spotlight on draft-eligible Latvian defender Albert Smits. And yes — why blocking shots is “like killing rats” in the modern NHL. This podcast is produced by Dominic Sramaty and Elan CharkThe 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 this edition of Canucks Talk with Thomas Drance and Landon Ferraro, Olympic hockey rolls on as Team Canada’s women open against Switzerland, with questions about whether they have the pace to match Team USA on the smaller international rink. The tournament has leaned heavily toward dump-and-chase hockey, exposing teams like Sweden whose blue line lacks true pace and transition ability. We also react to Jeff Skinner being placed on waivers for mutual contract termination and what it signals about aging NHL scorers like Skinner and Kane searching for their next opportunity. The episode breaks down how style, speed, and roster construction are shaping this year’s Olympic tournament. This podcast is produced by Dominic Sramaty and Elan CharkThe 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 Jamie and Thomas to deep dive Jordan Binnington's performance with team Canada in their win against the Czechs. Jamie and Thomas have a wider discussion about Canada's OP strength at these games before Dimitri Filipovic joins the show to unpack all of his analytics from the games. This podcast is produced by Dominic Sramaty and Elan CharkThe 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.