Tsn 1040: Sekeres & Price

Thanks but no thanks! It's a rare S & P - Pre game edition! The Canucks face the Sabres without Filip Hronek on US Thanksgiving, and Matt and Blake have got you covered. The latest from the coach pre-game, and the lineup combos as well, as the Canucks try and keep their heads above water here. The guys get into some juicy rumours that will have some Canucks fans upset, and they ponder what else might be up the sleeves of management. John Shannon stops by to give his take on the Canucks injury predicament, but also what a steal it's been to have Kevin Lankinen to help backstop them. John vets Matt's list of the best Canucks since 2000, and he offers comparison of Thanksgiving north and south of the border. All that, plus the latest from CFL free agency and the NFL!

John Shannon stops by to give his take on the Canucks injury predicament, but also what a steal it's been to have Kevin Lankinen to help backstop them. John vets Matt's list of the best Canucks since 2000, and he offers comparison of Thanksgiving north and south of the border.

Quite a 24 hours in Canucks land. Matt and Blake get into an ugly loss in Pittsburgh, that ended with a longer term injury for Filip Hronek. The guys question where they can get defensive help, when will the coach ever have faith in Arturs Silovs again, and who would the Canucks trade away to create enough cap space for defensive help? The Province's Patrick Johnston joins the guys in studio to discuss the hot topics, including the Hronek timeline, Demko's first start, and any heroic return for JT Miller. Then it's a chance to say goodbye to Vanni Sartini, as the recently departed Whitecaps head coach talks exclusively with Sekeres and Price about his tenure with the team, what led to his firing, and where he would like to go from here. All that and more!

The Province's Patrick Johnston joins the guys in studio to discuss the hot topics, including the Hronek timeline, Demko's first start, and any heroic return for JT Miller.

A chance to say goodbye to Vanni Sartini, as the recently departed Whitecaps head coach talks exclusively with Sekeres and Price about his tenure with the team, what led to his firing, and where he would like to go from here.

After a masterpiece from Kevin Lankinen, the Canucks try to complete the back to back vs the Pens! Matt and Blake break down last night's game, then get you set for the team to face Sidney Crosby. They go over the lineup, and whether they can continue to win with so few shots and chances generated..TSN's Frank Corrado weighs in on the Canucks form of late, and what quality goaltending can do for a team. He takes a look at Boeser's return, and DeBrusk heating up, plus he gives a recap of the top prospects game that he worked on last night. Then Rob Williams of The Daily Hive helps the guys go off on a tangent about ticket selling, and how it's made it hard for many to attend games and concerts.. All that, plus some Whitecaps and Lions tidbits as well!

Rob Williams of The Daily Hive helps the guys go off on a tangent about ticket selling, and how it's made it hard for many to attend games and concerts.

TSN's Frank Corrado weighs in on the Canucks form of late, and what quality goaltending can do for a team. He takes a look at Boeser's return, and DeBrusk heating up, plus he gives a recap of the top prospects game that he worked on last night.

The Canucks take on the Bruins, with Brock Boeser back in the lineup and a chance to lead the Canucks in scoring once again. Matt and Blake go over the lineup and what's at stake, as the Canucks try to continue their success on the road. Plus, Patrik Allvin says Demko is close to "gametime decision", meaning he may play on this road trip? The guys also weigh in on the Lions haul, or lack thereof, in the Vernon Adams trade to Calgary. Cam Robinson of Elite Prospects visits to discuss the unlikely fit of Kiefer Sherwood with EP40, Nils Höglander's diminishing role, and his view of the top prospects in the draft as watches them play in London, Ontario. Then it's TSN's Farhan Lalji with the latest on the Lions, and what the other offers could have been for Adams in a trade. Plus, he has hall the scoops on who could be the next Lions head coach. All that, plus more on the Whitecaps coaching search, and Pete Carroll back in the NFL??

Cam Robinson of Elite Prospects visits to discuss the unlikely fit of Kiefer Sherwood with EP40, Nils Höglander's diminishing role, and his view of the top prospects in the draft as watches them play in London, Ontario.

TSN's Farhan Lalji with the latest on the Lions, and what the other offers could have been for Adams in a trade. Plus, he has hall the scoops on who could be the next Lions head coach.

Fresh off the Canucks' win in Ottawa, the team practiced in Boston and gave Matt and Blake plenty to more to talk about with the return of Brock Boeser in a full contact uniform. The guys get into what Boeser means for the lineup combos vs the Bruins, and wonder if Kiefer Sherwood can keep up the scoring pace alongside Pettersson. RinkWide Vancouver's Jeff Paterson joins the fold to weigh in on what he saw vs the Sens, and if Nils Höglander is nearing another healthy scratch. Plus, Jeff chimes in on the defensive pairings finally being shaken up by Rick Tocchet. Then it's TSN's Darren Dreger with the story on the NY Rangers thinking about a big roster shake up and who might be on the way out of there, plus he runs down the full list of defenceman that he says are being talked about in trade discussion, and who might best work for the Canucks. All that, plus the breaking news of the Whitecaps firing head coach Vanni Sartini, the Lions head coaching search continues, and the Seahawks are suddenly winning again

TSN's Darren Dreger with the story on the NY Rangers thinking about a big roster shake up and who might be on the way out of there, plus he runs down the full list of defenceman that he says are being talked about in trade discussion, and who might best work for the Canucks.

Jeff Paterson joins the fold to weigh in on what he saw vs the Sens, and if Nils Höglander is nearing another healthy scratch. Plus, Jeff chimes in on the defensive pairings finally being shaken up by Rick Tocchet.

Brock Boeser returns to practice, joining Thatcher Demko as a triumphant returnee this week. Matt and Blake talk about when they might be in the lineup, and what this does emotionally to a team that has been on a rollercoaster of late. Plus, defensive changes are needed soon, will that be in personnel or just combinations? TGIJ! It's Jeff-day on S&P with both JPat and Marek. Paterson previews the Canucks and Senators, how this team responds to MIller's absence in the short term, and when he thinks the Canucks pull off a trade. Then it's Marek on the Miller story, the Canucks bonding on the road, and a deep dive into the CHL-NCAA-BCHL story and the trickle down effect of how this will shape both Hockey Canada and junior hockey in the future. All that, plus Vernon Adams trade possibilities and some NFL chat too!

Jeff Marek on the Miller story, the Canucks bonding on the road, and a deep dive into the CHL-NCAA-BCHL story and the trickle down effect of how this will shape both Hockey Canada and junior hockey in the future.

Paterson previews the Canucks and Senators, how this team responds to MIller's absence in the short term, and when he thinks the Canucks pull off a trade.

It was a big day at practice for the Canucks as Thatcher Demko was a near full participant and spoke for the first time since training camp. Matt and Blake take a listen to what he has to say and try to read the tea leaves on when he might be back. The guys also look at the lineup over the next two games and see where Brock Boeser might slot in, plus they recap the 5 game callup of Lekkerimäki, and when the Canucks might be willing to call him back up. Patrick Johnston stops by with his thoughts on JT Miller, Boeser, and Demko timelines, where the Canucks should turn to improve the defence, and what Max Sasson might bring to the table after his callup. Then it's the Daily Hive's Rob Williams with a full Grey Cup streaker report, and more on Canucks defence and goaltending woes. And finally, the guys chat with new Lions GM Ryan Rigmaiden on his background, the future trade of Vernon Adams, and who is up for the vacant Lions Head Coaching position.

Patrick Johnston stops by with his thoughts on JT Miller, Boeser, and Demko timelines, where the Canucks should turn to improve the defence, and what Max Sasson might bring to the table after his callup.

the guys chat with new Lions GM Ryan Rigmaiden on his background, the future trade of Vernon Adams, and who is up for the vacant Lions Head Coaching position.