The Canucks roll into Nashville on a tear, but not without some drama as Andrei Kuzmenko sits again, so Matt and Blake have lots to talk about! They get into the future of the former 39-goal scorer in Vancouver, and what else might be happening to the roster in the new year.

John Shannon stops by with his latest, including a report card on the busy year for Patrik Allvin, the possibility of a Zadorov extension, and the fabulous season of JT Miller. 

Plus, a recap of the crazy night that was for the Seattle Seahawks, and new home for for former Lions QB Nathan Rourke in New England! Presented by Applewood Auto Group.

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Matt and Blake discuss a three-point weekend for the Canucks with a win in Chicago and a shootout loss in Minnesota. Topics include: Dakota Joshua and the play of the 3rd line, league accolades for Thatcher Demko and another strong start from Casey DeSmith, the play of Tyler Myers, Nikita Zadorov avenging Elias Pettersson and a good game (when they needed it) from #40, the continued gap to third-place and the LA Kings, and the best acquisitions (given the cost) of the Rutherford/Allvin era.

Rink Wide: Vancouver host Jeff Paterson stops by to talk the weekend that was and preview the week ahead. Topics include: Brock Boeser returning to his home state, the case for re-signing Joshua and his expected cost, Zadorov taking the instigator to protect Petey, Pius Suter moved to Elias' wing, slow starts, and Connor Bedard's first game against his hometown Canucks.

Plus, we go To The People on Canucks topics and beyond. Presented by Applewood Auto Group.

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Matt and Blake talk about the Roberto Luongo ceremony, his speech, and a 4-0 win over Florida. Thatcher Demko, the bottom-6 contributions, another goal for Andrei Kuzmenko, and the weekend ahead for the team in Minnesota and Nashville.

Frank Seravalli drops by with his take on whether the Canucks should've retired #1. Frank tells us why Ethan Bear is signing elsewhere, on players' pushing back on the term "trade requests" on Jim Rutherford's future in Vancouver, and Jordan Kyrou getting emotional after being booed in St. Louis.

Rink Wide: Vancouver host Jeff Paterson discusses the Canucks on another heater after a fourth straight win, on the subdued ceremony for Luongo, on whose next to the Ring of Honour, on the progress of Kuzmenko and the terrific play of Dakota Joshua.

Plus, 'To The People We Go' where we hear from listeners viewers on Canucks & NFL topics! Presented by Applewood Auto Group.

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The Luongo gameday show! A final nod to Roberto Luongo’s tenure in Vancouver, as Lu met the media before the Canucks and Panthers game. We hear from Roberto, and Matt and Blake react to his stories of better days gone by.

The Daily Hive’s Rob Williams stops by with his serenade as well, and tells the guys what he thinks will be remembered most, and if the number 1 will ever be worn again even if it’s not retired.

Patrick Johnston of the Province changes things up and reveals his takeaways from a conversation with Canucks President Jim Rutherford. PJ discusses the possibilities for a Canucks practice facility, and if another roster tweak is still in the offing. Presented by Applewood Auto Group.

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Matt and Blake discuss a 4-1 win over Tampa, a high-water mark of 10 games over .500, a hat trick for Brock Boeser and his season to date, more brilliance from Quinn Hughes and his (and J.T. Miller's) pursuit of the scoring lead, a sensational game for Thatcher Demko, a good night for the penalty kill unit, and those blasted too many men penalties. Other topics include the latest wrinkle in a proposed Canucks' practice facility, Ethan Bear signing elsewhere, trade interest in Andrei Kuzmenko, Craig Berube fired in St. Louis, and Bill Belichick out in New England?

Former Canucks president/GM Mike Gillis joins to talk everything Roberto Luongo: his captaincy, excellence, style makeover with Rollie Melanson, ceding the crease to Cory Schneider, his contract sucking, his trade, the Stromebone1 Twitter account, and not starting the Heritage Classic game.

Frank Corrado joins to explain the scissors play that Hughes, Kuzmenko and Boeser executed beautifully in Tuesday's game. Frank talks about Boeser, Hughes, Luongo, and how too-many-men penalties happen. Presented by Applewood Auto Group.

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Gameday for the Canucks and Lightning, we’ll get you set for that as Matt and Blake take a look at the lineup on both sides, including another chance for Andrei Kuzmenko to get his season going. Also, should Chris Tanev’s latest injury be enough to scare off the Canucks or anyone else? 

John Shannon stops by for his weekly visit and tries to explain why "Connor vs Connor” is not a nationally available broadcast in Canada, he talks about Jon Cooper’s tenure with the Lightning as well as the stability of a couple other head coaches in the league. Not to mention, the guys ask John’s opinion on Luongo’s ROH nod vs a jersey retirement. Hashtags, E’s and O’s and so much more! Presented by Applewood Auto Group.

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Matt and Blake discuss the Canucks' performance vs Carolina, including the return of Elias Pettersson to multi-point efforts, the usage of Andrei Kuzmenko, whether it's time to trade Kuzmenko, the underlying analytics on this Canucks season 1/3 of the way in, the pursuit of Ethan Bear ending, J.T. Miller tracking Tony Tanti's fine 1983-84 season and the return of Pius Suter. Other topics include the best and worst of NFL Week 14, the Seahawks not measuring up, the Lions brining back their entire coaching staff, and the Blue Jays failed Ohtani pursuit and where they go from here.

Jeff Paterson from the Rink Wide: Vancouver podcast stops by to rehash a 4-3 victory over Carolina and why it was an important win, with commentary on the performances from Elias Pettersson, Sam Lafferty, Quinn Hughes, the Myers-Zadorov pair and Phil Di Giuseppe. Jeff talks Kuzmenko, where it goes from here and whether it's time to trade him, as well as options on defence beyond Ethan Bear. Jeff also sets up the week ahead, including when we might see Pius Suter again.

Plus, we hear from you in 'To The People We Go' on Canucks topics, the NFL and Ohtani!

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Weekend sized show today, as the Canucks bounce back versus the Wild and try to get back-to-back wins vs Carolina on Saturday. Matt and Blake recap the Thursday game and preview the Hurricanes, along with a breakdown of some of the pleasant surprises so far this season. With Shohei Ohtani watch on, we get into some of the more amusing reports on the pursuit of the Japanese phenom.

Frank Corrado stops by for his weekly visit and the lowdown on how Andrei Kuzmenko is complicating life for his teammates on the forecheck. Plus, Frank’s thoughts on which right-shot defencemen are available and ready to help a team like Vancouver.  

Rink Wide: Vancouver host Jeff Paterson joins for his post-game synopsis as well.

It’s Friday, so that means we hear from you with another edition of “To the People We Go." Presented by Applewood Auto Group.

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Matt and Blake discuss Tyler Myers and his future with the Canucks, particularly given the looming availability of Ethan Bear and what both situations mean for the right-side of their defence. Other topics include Andrei Kuzmenko's slotting on the 4th line (but still on PP1), Nils Höglander's promotion, the Alberta teams coming, and the game against Minnesota.

Patrick Johnston discusses the Myers-Zadorov pairing, Myers' future and the right side on defence, including Filip Hronek having to anchor his own pair before being paid. PJ also talks Höglander, Kuzmenko.

Rob Williams explains why he doesn't think the black Skate logo/jersey will become the Canucks' primary uniform this season, gives us a preview of Roberto Luongo's Ring of Honour night at Rogers Arena, and chides the Leafs for letting Sam Lafferty go. Presented by Applewood Auto Group.

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Matt and Blake discuss the loss to New Jersey, the Hughes Bowl and another defeat for Quinn against his brothers, why the Canucks have been so bad against the Devils, another Andrei Kuzmenko benching and his future under Rick Tocchet, a tough night for Filip Hronek, the promotions for Nils Höglander and Dakota Joshua, Brock Boeser's continued goal-scoring and Canucks prospects at the World Junior Championships. The guys also talk about Christine Sinclair's farewell match at B.C. Place and her unparalleled impact on Canadian soccer.

Frank Seravalli from the Daily Faceoff stops by with updates on international play at the 2026 Olympics, the salary cap, as well as trade talk: is Tyler Myers bound for new pastures this season, Columbus and who's available, Tanev to Toronto?, which goaltenders are on the block and who is targeting them, and why Edmonton is looking to move a former top-10 pick.

David Quadrelli from Canucks Army stops by to account for breaking Matt's studio chair before talking Hughes brothers and the Devils game, Kuzmenko's play, and Hronek needing to anchor his own pair before the Canucks commit big money on an extension. Presented by Applewood Auto Group.

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