Canucks Talk

Jamie Dodd and Thomas Drance are joined by Landon Ferraro to discuss the growing narrative around American stars leaving Canadian teams, why winning matters more than geography, and what the Brady Tkachuk trade means for the Canucks and Quinn Hughes situation. The guys also debate Vancouver’s offseason strategy, including Elias Pettersson trade rumours, Jake DeBrusk’s no-move clause, and why accumulating draft capital should be the organization’s top priority. Plus, Corey Pronman joins the show for a Canucks Talk mock draft, projecting Gavin McKenna, Anton Stenberg, Caleb Malhotra, Chase Reid, Viggo Bjorck, Keaton Verhoff and more ahead of draft night.

This podcast is produced by Dominic Sramaty and 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.

Draft week is here, and Jamie Dodd and Thomas Drance react to the stunning Brady Tkachuk trade to Florida, discussing what it means for Ottawa, Canadian markets, and the ongoing trend of American stars leaving Canadian teams. The guys debate why teams can’t afford to make draft decisions based on nationality and why asset management will be more important than ever in Vancouver’s rebuild. Plus, the latest on the Canucks’ draft plans at third overall, reports linking Jussi Ahokas to the Abbotsford coaching job, and growing signs that Caleb Malhotra may not be the lock many assumed.

This podcast is produced by Dominic Sramaty and 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.

Jamie Dodd and Thomas Drance kick off the show with Donnie and Dhali, discussing Chase Wouters’ new contract, the Canucks working the phones ahead of the draft, and why multiple veterans including Elias Pettersson could be moved as the organization fully embraces its rebuild. Jason Bukala joins to break down the top of the draft board, including Caleb Malhotra, Anton Stenberg, and Viggo Bjorck, while emphasizing the importance of taking the best player available. In the final segment, newly re-signed Abbotsford captain Chase Wouters joins the show to discuss winning the Calder Cup, signing a new deal, Ryan Johnson’s impact on his career, and what makes Manny Malhotra such an effective coach.

This podcast is produced by Dominic Sramaty and 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.

Jamie Dodd and Thomas Drance react to the Maple Leafs hiring Jim Hiller, debate the reasoning behind the move, and question what influence he’ll have on roster decisions moving forward. The guys also discuss reports surrounding Marcus Pettersson’s future in Vancouver, how rebuilding can change a player’s outlook, and why trade speculation tends to intensify around the draft. Plus, with teams continuing to call on Elias Pettersson, Drance explains why his future will remain one of the biggest storylines leading into draft weekend.

This podcast is produced by Dominic Sramaty and 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.

Jamie Dodd and Thomas Drance break down the Joseph Woll trade, why Toronto may have scored a value win, and the ongoing fallout from Mitch Marner’s departure as Leafs fans continue to vent their frustrations. The guys also react to John Tortorella’s exit in Vegas, Ross Colton landing in Nashville, and what comes next for both clubs. Plus, a look at the Canucks’ staggering Stanley Cup odds and what it says about where the organization stands in its rebuild.

This podcast is produced by Dominic Sramaty and 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.