Canucks Talk

The Canucks’ rebuild hits another pressure point as Jonathan Lekkerimäki sits with minimal 5-on-5 ice time, raising fresh questions about player development and patience with young prospects. Jannik Hansen joins to break down why mistakes are a necessary part of learning at the NHL level, why Liam Ohgren has stood out early, and whether Adam Foote is the right coach to develop Vancouver’s next core. The conversation also turns to injuries, with Filip Chytil sidelined by migraines, and the growing concern around concussion-prone players. Plus, thoughts on best-on-best Olympic hockey and what Canucks fans should hope to see from their players on that stage. 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.

The Canucks head to Vegas as questions grow about how Vancouver can realistically close the gap on young, elite rebuilds like Utah, Chicago, and San Jose. The Whiteboard dives into Conor Garland’s interest in playing with Liam Ohgren, why Utah’s patient rebuild is already paying off, and why Vancouver still lacks a true franchise cornerstone to build around. Injury concerns mount with Filip Chytil and Garland missing practice, while Sam Bennett earns an Olympic nod and Cirelli’s status remains in doubt. The discussion centers on whether the Canucks’ rebuild talk is finally being matched by meaningful action. 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 episode of Canucks Talk, Landon Ferraro joins to break down Jonathan Lekkerimäki’s strong showing, why his minutes were managed, and the balance between development and opportunity for young players. The conversation shifts to Aatu Räty’s ceiling, particularly his elite faceoff ability, and Filip Chytil’s move to the wing as a way to maximize his speed while limiting defensive risk. They also dig into Tom Willander’s inconsistency, the reality of learning on the fly in the NHL, and ongoing concerns about Elias Pettersson’s skating and finishing. The show wraps with expectations around coaching stability and a game-day look ahead against the Utah Mammoth. 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 The Whiteboard, the guys dig into Vancouver’s trade outlook ahead of the Olympic roster freeze, why meaningful movement may be limited for now, and how leverage could increase closer to the deadline. They debate which Canucks players might be willing to waive for a fresh start, whether the team can afford to sell low, and why there’s been little trade heat around names like EP40, Boeser, and Garland. The conversation also touches on a shootout loss to Toronto, Tom Willander’s flashes of upside, Lekkerimäki’s encouraging call-up, and Barry Trotz stepping down as Predators GM. The show wraps with some levity around the Canucks’ upcoming mom trip and a reality check on Vancouver’s first-overall lottery odds. 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 are joined by Ottawa Senators Head Coach Travis Green. Travis talks being inducted into the BC Hockey Hall of Fame, being proud to be from BC, his season in Ottawa, and positives and negatives from coaching in Vancouver. Plus, Dimitri Filipovic joins the show. Dim talks about the struggling Leafs, Barrett Hayton as a trade target, and what to make of Vegas this season. Later, Canucks PxP voice Brendan Batchelor joins the show. Batch talks positive vibes in the arena, the fans embracing the rebuild, D Petey's career path, and more on the Canucks! 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 recap the Canucks win vs Anaheim. Then, the guys discuss how the Vancouver market has responded to the rebuild. Later, is this Drew O'Connor's peak 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. 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.

What is the 'vibes' blueprint for the Canucks in 2026? The guys discuss potential roster turnover, coaching changes, and what more the Canucks can do to shift the 'vibes' next season. Then, Vancouver Giants Head Coach Parker Burgess joins the show. Parker talks Giants season, Tynan Lawrence heading to the draft, and his thoughts on Celebrini's play in the NHL. Plus, hear from Adam Foote post-practice. Later, NHL reporter Dan Rosen joins the show. Dan talks the latest on the Panarin trade rumours, the Buffalo Sabres making the playoffs, and more around the 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.

Jamie and Drance open the show previewing tonight's game vs Anaheim, will the players play hard going forward? Then, the guys discuss Adam Foote motivating and developing this current Canucks team. Later, what's the latest on Conor Garland's trade 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.

The Canucks drop another tough one at home, falling to the San Jose Sharks as frustrations continue to mount at Rogers Arena. On The Whiteboard, the guys break down Macklin Celebrini’s impact and why he continues to separate himself as a true difference-maker. They also discuss the reality that there’s no Celebrini-type talent available in this year’s draft for Vancouver. Plus, thoughts from Adam Foote following the loss and where the Canucks go from here. 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 episode, The Crossover with Donnie and Dhali analyze the Canucks’ loss to San Jose sparks a deeper conversation about rebuilds, accountability, and whether Vancouver has the appetite for real change. The panel breaks down Macklin Celebrini’s electric performance, the Sharks’ blueprint for rebuilding, and the tough questions facing Canucks management, including the future of Elias Pettersson and Thatcher Demko. Plus, coaching philosophy, potential internal candidates like Manny Malhotra, and what a better process could look like in Vancouver. Jason Bukala weighs in with draft insights, including Gavin McKenna’s rise and how the Canucks should approach a potential top-three pick. 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 episode, hear from Adam Foote as he addresses Thatcher Demko’s season-ending surgery, the toll his injuries have taken, and why shutting him down now is the right move for both player and team. The discussion also covers injury updates on Brock Boeser and Zeev Buium, optimism around Jonathan Lekkerimäki’s development, and the reality that rebuilds come with growing pains. Jannik Hansen weighs in on Demko’s situation, the Rust hit, and what he wants to see from young players moving forward. Kevin Woodley rounds things out with deeper context on Demko’s hip surgery, expectations for next season, and how the Canucks should manage their goaltending for the rest of the year. 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 The Whiteboard, the Canucks announce that Thatcher Demko will undergo hip surgery unrelated to last year’s injury, sidelining him for the rest of the season but with expectations he’ll be ready for training camp. Jamie digs into Demko’s troubling injury history, six different injuries over 20 months, and what it means for a team trying to navigate a rebuild without a reliable starting goalie. With Boeser and Buium also injured and Evander Kane’s name circulating in trade talk, uncertainty continues to surround the roster. The discussion closes with Vancouver tracking toward the league’s best lottery odds and the real possibility of one of the lowest point totals in franchise history. 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 episode, Landon Ferraro joins the show to break down the Canucks’ loss to Pittsburgh, the hit on Brock Boeser, and why the lack of an on-ice response wasn’t concerning given the chaos of the play. The conversation shifts to the reality of a midseason pivot toward a rebuild, with Boeser and Zeev Buium placed on IR and questions about testing prospects at their limits. The guys discuss Teddy Blueger’s return and value as a potential trade chip, Evander Kane’s improved play boosting his market, and what that means for the deadline. They wrap up with fan sentiment on the rebuild, Elias Pettersson’s ceiling, and tough questions surrounding leadership decisions from Patrik Allvin and Jim Rutherford. 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 The Whiteboard, the Canucks fall 3–2 to the Penguins in a tight game that showed some encouraging pushback. The spotlight turns to Bryan Rust, who faces a likely NHL hearing and potential supplemental discipline following his hit on Brock Boeser. Jamie also discuss the strong fan support during the rebuild, the pressure to execute it properly, and Kevin Weekes linking Evander Kane to Dallas and Colorado. Finally, he looks at the bigger picture: whether Vancouver can reach 60 points and avoid flirting with historic lows. 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.

Brendan Batchelor joins the show. Batch talks Canucks getting reinforcements back at Center and how it will impact the team, the culture in the locker room, Hronek as a leader, and more on the Canucks. Then, hear from Adam Foote and Filip Chytil post-practice. Later, Dimitri Filipovic joins the show. Dim talks NJ Devils hitting a bumpy road, Anaheim Ducks next move, and how Elias Pettersson's play has dipped over the years. 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 Canucks latest moves, and if there is hope from what management has done recently. Can Evander Kane increase his trade value? Plus, Drance begins to crash out at the future of this team. Later, the guys talk lineup changes for the Canucks as Chytil will return vs the Devils. 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 segment discussing Gavin McKenna's upcoming games. Plus, who is on track to go first overall and what should the Canucks draft strategy be? Later, Kyle Bukauskas joins the show. Kyle talks Canucks ending the losing streak, his thoughts on the noise around the team, the Sherwood trade, Elias Pettersson trade rumours and more around the NHL. Then, the guys break down head coach Adam Foote's post practice scrum and discuss the Canucks center depth. 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 Canucks comeback win last night vs Washington. What is Teddy Blueger's trade value? Plus, what did JP Barry say about Elias Pettersson being traded?  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.

The Canucks continue their eight-game homestand with a tough matchup against the Washington Capitals, a team Drance calls an elite puck-movement group and a nightmare stylistic fit for Vancouver. The guys question why Thatcher Demko would even start in this spot, calling the situation confusing given the standings and long-term priorities. There’s also discussion around lineup flexibility, due diligence on prospects like Verhoff and Chase Reid, plus reaction to Adam Foote’s comments and the latest betting odds. 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.

The Vancouver Canucks search for answers continues as questions grow around Adam Foote’s future, organizational dysfunction, and whether this group can be sold to fans again. Donnie, Dhali, Jamie and Drance debate coaching stability, accountability, and if a management change may also be necessary. Jason Bukala joins to break down Vancouver’s league-best draft lottery odds, the opportunity to trade picks, and how the Canucks can build a better environment for their young core. With the Olympic break looming, the pressure to define a clear direction is mounting for the Canucks. 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.