the nuckhead podcast

In this episode, Canucks insider Rick Dhaliwal, co-host of Donnie and Dhali, joins me to talk about Vancouver's ugly start to the season and what it actually tells us about the rebuild. The blowout losses aren't surprising, but Rick argues that the organization can't afford to get its draft picks and prospect development wrong again.We also get into the futures of Brock Boeser and Elias Pettersson, the impact of Vancouver's veteran additions, and Rick's concerning update on the Canucks' search for a proper practice facility.– Nuckhead

In this video, Elijah Ford joins me to figure out which Vancouver Canucks are forcing their way into bigger roles just four games into the season. Paul Cotter is already exceeding expectations, Max Sasson is earning tough matchups, and the lineup we imagined a month ago is starting to look different.I also ask Elijah how much of Elias Pettersson’s early improvement looks real. There’s plenty to like, but four games probably isn’t enough for me to start yelling that he’s back. Probably.The conversation gets into where Jonathan Lekkerimäki belongs, how Filip Chytil’s availability affects the centre depth, and which young defenceman has impressed Elijah most.– Nuckhead

In this clip from my conversation with Hockey Psychology, Anthony tells me how he built his channel and why more hockey fans now turn to independent creators for analysis. We also talk about copyright claims that blocked his videos and how the NHL could give creators clearer rules while protecting game rights.– Nuckhead

In this episode, I’m joined by Canucks Army’s Dave Hall to talk about whether the Vancouver Canucks are taking the right approach with their prospects. We get into why Braeden Cootes belongs in Abbotsford, whether junior hockey can be “too easy” for Adam Novotný, and what Jonathan Lekkerimäki needs to show beyond his shot.Dave also explains why Alexei Medvedev is a prospect to watch this year, what makes Yaroslav Bryzgalov so intriguing, and the question Anthony Romani still needs to answer.– Nuckhead

In this episode, I’m joined by Anthony from Hockey Psychology to preview the 2026–27 NHL season and sort through which teams have actually improved. The Toronto Maple Leafs have changed, the San Jose Sharks could be ready to take the next step, and Anthony isn’t quite as sold on the Montreal Canadiens as some people are.We also look at what makes the league’s best teams work and where the Vancouver Canucks fit into all of this. That includes Elias Pettersson’s confidence, Manny Malhotra’s approach, and what a successful rebuild season would actually look like. There’s also a little disagreement about the Ottawa Senators and a familiar question about Quinn Hughes’ future.– Nuckhead