All posts by John-Michael Liles, Irfaan Gaffar

In The Booth: Blended Lines

On this week's episode, Brendan Batchelor and Randip Janda discuss Elias Lindholm's status, the Canucks' new looks lines, load management and much more! They also answer listener questions and conduct the Rose Ceremony.

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.

Mailbag Friday: Secondary Scoring, Canucks Downfall & Whitecaps!

Dan and Bik answer all of your mailbag questions! Topics include, ranking positives from last nights game, Canucks potential playoff downfall, Canucks best 3rd line, Tom Wilson suspension, Whitecaps expectations and much more.

 

This podcast was produced by Elan Chark

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.

Rick Nash on Building Team Canada, Recruiting Players & JT Miller

Randip Janda joins Dan & Bik for a roundtable discussion. The guys discuss Canucks players performing in the playoffs, other teams matching up vs the Canucks, the impact of hits last night, and should the Canucks put Lindholm with Garland and Joshua? Former NHL player and team Canada GM Rick Nash joins the show. Rick talks about the process of making team Canada, recruiting players, Sidney Crosby, and how hockey has evolved since his playing days. How many guys are like JT Miller? 

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.

The Open: The Canucks Have Leveled up Defensively

Dan and Bik discuss the win over Montreal. Dan suggests, "The Canucks have leveled up defensively." Realistically, what are the expectations for Lindholm? The defense looks a lot different this year, how did it get here and who's under contract for next season? Can they afford to keep Hronek or Zadorov? The guys discuss.

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.

Post Game: Big Z Energy

Sat Shah and Bik Nizzar breakdown the Canucks 4-1 win over the Montreal Canadiens. Hear from Head Coach Rick Tocchet (42:00), Sam Lafferty (3:38), Nikita Zadorov (1:13:42) and Conor Garland (1:24:28) post game. Plus Randip Janda and Iain McIntyre (1:28:14) provide their analysis. 

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.

Are We Seeing Peak JT Miller Right Now?

Dan and Sat are joined by Gemma Karstens-Smith of the Canadian Press to talk about JT Miller's season so far, the defensive approach the Canucks are taking, and more. Also, the guys get back into the Elias Lindholm conversation and what they want to see from him.

This podcast was 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.

The Open: Lindholm Needs to Step Up

It's a Roundtable version of The Open as Dan, Sat, and Bik discuss Elias Lindholm's play in Vancouver, how much an injury could be impacting him, and much more.

This podcast was 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.

Overrated/Underrated: Vegas’ Struggles, Load Management, and Podkozlin

It's Overrated/Underrated as Dan and Sat debate whether or not teams should be afraid of Vegas in the playoffs, load managing players down the stretch, and more is overrated or underrated.

This podcast was 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 on DeSmith’s Play and His Future

Dan and Sat are joined by Kevin Woodley of InGoal Magazine and NHL.com to talk about how Casey DeSmith has played in Thatcher Demko's absence, if DeSmith could get a bigger opportunity elsewhere in the Summer, and more.

This podcast was 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.

The Open: Promising Signs on the PP

It's The Open as Dan and Sat discuss the positive signs on the Canucks power play and how important that will be down the stretch and into the playoffs. Also, in the Roundup section of The Open, they talk about the potential of Vegas' playoff hopes slipping away.

This podcast was 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.