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Dan Riccio and Sat Shah have you covered with the most comprehensive Canucks show out there. The only real choice for the die-hard Canucks fan.
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In the open to the show Dan and Sat discuss how Adam Foote will use a positive reinforcement approach to get the best out of Elias Pettersson and get him back to franchise centre form next season which will ultimately help the Canucks cause to return to the playoffs.  This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe.The 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 an emergency edition of In The Booth, Brendan Batchelor and Randip Janda discuss Adam Foote being hired as the new head coach of the Canucks, speculate on who could be added to his coaching staff and talk about the team signing Tom Willander to an entry level contract. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe.The 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.
Dan Riccio and Satiar Shah are joined by Canucks prospect Victor Mancini, who shares his thoughts on Abbotsford’s playoff run, adjusting to pro hockey, and learning from star defenseman Quinn Hughes. Mancini also reflects on the impact of Adam Foote as a coach and reacts to Jim Rutherford’s comments about Hughes, the offseason, and the team’s direction. Plus, the guys weigh in on Mitch Marner’s postseason struggles, Elias Pettersson’s playoff mindset, and what Conor Garland and D-Petey could fetch on the trade market. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe.The 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.
Dan Riccio and Satiar Shah tackle your mailbag questions on the latest episode of Canucks Central. They share early impressions of Adam Foote’s coaching style and discuss how the rest of his staff might take shape—including power play responsibilities and potential veteran additions. The guys explore the Canucks’ spending power heading into the offseason, break down the upside of prospects like Tom Willander, D-Petey, and Lekkerimäki, and weigh ideal winger fits for Elias Pettersson. Plus: What matters more in a head coach—tactics or leadership? This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe.The 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.
Dan Riccio and Satiar Shah sit down for an exclusive conversation with Canucks President of Hockey Operations Jim Rutherford. Rutherford discusses why Adam Foote earned the head coaching job, the organization's commitment to keeping Quinn Hughes long-term, and how Elias Pettersson is preparing for a stronger season. He outlines the team's offseason strategy—highlighting potential trades, free agency goals, and the importance of roster continuity. Plus, Rutherford reflects on the challenges of last season, the team’s response to adversity, and what comes next for the Canucks. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe.The 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 the show to break down the goaltending performances in the Stanley Cup Playoffs and how the Canucks can maintain their defensive structure under new head coach Adam Foote. He also shares thoughts on what Vancouver must do to generate more offense next season. Later, Dan Riccio and Satiar Shah react to listener texts and weigh in on the biggest Hockey stories of the day. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe.The 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.
Dan Riccio and Satiar Shah take your submissions in a new edition of Overrated/Underrated. Topics include whether Filip Hronek is expendable after the Canucks signed Tom Willander, the value of investing in a high-priced goalie in the playoffs, and if hiring an inexperienced head coach is a smart move.  This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe.The 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.
Dan Riccio and Satiar Shah react to the Canucks naming Adam Foote the 22nd head coach in franchise history. They evaluate his promotion over candidates like Marco Sturm and Manny Malhotra, his impact on Quinn Hughes, and the challenge of stepping into a lead role. Plus, they discuss how much of next season’s success will hinge on roster upgrades, not just coaching—and whether Tom Willander could help Abbotsford in the Calder Cup Playoffs after signing his ELC. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe.The 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.
Dan and Sat are joined by former Canuck Ed Jovanovski to talk about the Panthers-Leafs series and how the defending champs are looking with their new additions as they try to go back-to-back. Also, hear from Harman Dayal of The Athletic on the coaching search, names the Canucks could look at in free agency, and more. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe.The 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.
Dan and Sat get into the latest surrounding the Canucks' search for a Head Coach, a couple new names to add to the list, and who the frontrunners are for the job. They also talk about Rick Tocchet potentially going to Philly and takeaways from the Stanley Cup Playoffs. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe.The 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.
Dan and Bik are joined by Don Taylor to chat about all the potential coaching candidates the Canucks might be looking at, while looking also at what the Abbotsford Canucks are going in the Calder Cup playoffs and seeing if Sammy Blais might be able to bring some energy into the Canucks lineup next season. They wind down the conversation with the UFA market, the NHL playoffs, and the Leafs potentially getting in their own way again. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe.The 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.
Dan and Bik run down a report from Elliotte Friedman that the Canucks have a shortlist of coaches they're interviewing, including former Canucks Marco Sturm and Abbotsford head coach Manny Malholtra. They chat about the optics of how it would look if Rick Tocchet were to accept a coaching position in the west instead of the east coast. The top 50 UFA list is also brought up and how underwhelming the list of talented players are this Summer. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe.The 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.
Dan Riccio and Bik Nizzar are joined by Daily Faceoffs Frank Seravalli to break down a wild week of playoff hockey and some debate on the quality of officiating so far, along with coaching developments around the league, where Rick Tocchet could land and the Canucks having a shortlist including Marco Sturm and Manny Malholtra. They also chat about the NHL's free agency class this Summer, and what Brock Boeser could manage to get. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe.The 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 weeks edition of the Mailbag, Sat and Bik take your questions on improving the Canucks forward group, what to do with the old Rogers Arena seats and the Canucks reputation. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe.The 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.
Sat and Bik discuss the possibility if the Canucks are to go with a first time NHL Head Coach whether it be Manny Malhotra, Marco Sturm, Mitch Love etc.  This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe.The 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.
Jannik Hansen joins Sat and Bik to discuss the inconsistencies the last few nights of the second round of the playoffs. And what should the Canucks focus on during their coaching search? This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe.The 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.
Sean Reynolds joins Dan Riccio and Satiar Shah to break down Mikko Rantanen’s unstoppable playoff performance and the Jets' must-win situation in Game 2. Later, Utah Mammoth GM Bill Armstrong talks about the excitement surrounding the NHL’s newest franchise, their state-of-the-art facilities, and the long-term vision for building a contender. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe.The 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.
Dan Riccio and Satiar Shah break down the latest in the Canucks’ head coaching search, as the team interviews Marco Sturm. They discuss why it’s smart the organization is taking its time rather than rushing into a decision. The guys also weigh in on Brad Treliving’s work with the Leafs, Rantanen’s dominant playoff form, and Joel Quenneville’s return behind the bench with Anaheim. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe.The 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.
Dan Riccio and Satiar Shah take on another Overrated/Underrated Wednesday. Should the Canucks be looking to trade a defenceman like Filip Hronek for a top 6 forward? Will another Pettersson join the Canucks ranks? And how hard is it to do basic math?  This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe.The 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.
Dan Riccio and Satiar Shah chat with former player Matt Cooke (1:10) about his playoff record being broken in Winnipeg, as well as how the NHL is handling player safety and big hits in today's game. Then, Kevin Woodley joins (27:30) to break down goaltending in the playoffs. How netminders are dealing with the higher physicality, as well as looking at the duality of some goalies who are better in the playoffs than season, or vice versa. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe.The 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.
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