On the final VANcast, Farhan Laji from TSN and the Athletic's Harman Dayal welcome original VANcast hosts Thomas Drance of the Athletic and Jeff Paterson of RinkwideVancouver.com and contributor to Sekers and Price. The quartet look back on four years of the VANcast, including piloting a podcast through the pandemic and then the bubble and having to change the name of the pod, early on after the Canucks organization balked at the name Nuckscast. Farhan, Harman, Thomas and Jeff take a look at this years edition of the Canucks with training camp beginning this week, newly minted captain Quinn Hughes, Elias Petterson's plans for his contract extensions, and newcomers to the group, including Ian Cole, Pius Suter, Teddy Blueger and Carson Soucey, plus full seasons from recently acquired Anthony Beauvillier and Filip Hornek for head coach Rick Tocchet and Harm provides an update on the Canucks prospects tournament from Penticton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rick Tocchet, the head coach of the Vancouver Canucks joins Farhan and Harman to discuss his first season in Vancouver, the additions to the roster the Canucks made during free agency, what he thinks of first round pick Tom Willander and how much he is looking forward to next seasons edition of the Vancouver Canucks. Plus the guys talk about the re-signing of Nils Höglander and how the winger might fit into the Canucks top 9 next season and if newly acquired defender Carson Soucy will get big minutes in the Canucks top four, come the fall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Farhan Lalji and Thomas Drance held even, as they will stick with the 11th selection draft in Nashville in June. The guys discuss the irony of the hated Chicago Blackhawks winning the lottery and the right to draft British Columbia's own, Connor Bedard with the first pick in the draft. Plus the guys look at some of the players who might be available at the 11th selection for the Canucks to draft. This show originally aired as as live room, immediately after the NHL Draft lottery took place. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this post game edition of the VANcast, Farhan and Thomas breakdown the Canucks 5-4 overtime win vs the Sharks in San Jose. The guys discuss Tyler Myers and Travis Hamonic being on the ice in the final seconds and Myers gaff which led to a last second goal by the Sharks to send it to overtime before J.T. Miller scored in extra time to win it for Vancouver.. The guys debate if the Canucks on ice issues have been fixed since Bruce Boudreau took over as head coach. The negatives though continue to outweigh the positives with defence, power-play, penalty kill and the sporadic play of Nils Höglander, Vasili Podkolzin and Jason Dickinson taking centre stage over the upbeat general vibe of the team, slightly better 5 on 5 play, an improving Elias Pettersson the addition of Conor Garland and Kyle Burroughs and a defined, dependable 4th line. Plus the guys discuss possible trade chips for the Canucks, including Brock Boeser, Hamonic, Tucker Poolman, Dickinson and J.T. Miller. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Farhan and Drancer return to recap a big Canucks win over the Toronto Maple Leafs, and Thatcher Demko again stands strong. What would it take for Demko to enter the Vezina conversation? Also, Vancouver's newfound first line, winning 2 of 3 without Quinn Hughes, and a discussion about d-men Travis Hamonic and Luke Schenn. To wrap up, a heated debate about the Super Bowl. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/vancast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On an all new VANcast, Farhan and Drancer breakdown yet another Canucks loss, and the team continuing to struggle in the first period of games. The guys discuss Jaroslav Halak's performance, and his bonus which kicked in during this game and how not even the best goaltending performance could have beaten a very prepared New York Islanders team on Wednesday night.  The guys look ahead to Saturday's game versus Auston Matthews and the Toronto Maple Leafs, and how the Canucks might go about containing the Leaf superstar. The guys talk about Elias Pettersson's ever improving game, but wonder why he isn't shooting more than he does and Farhan and Drancer stick tap Cammi Granato who joins the Vancouver Canucks from the Seattle Kraken as an assistant General Manager.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Farhan and Drancer return after the All-Star break to discuss Quinn Hughes entering COVID-19 protocol, and if this team can function in this next homestand with out him. Is it time to give Jack Rathbone some time? They also chat about the All-Star game, and if Hughes should've been there, and Thatcher Demko's performance. Then, Jim Rutherford is eyeing a retool rather than a rebuild for this team, and what should be the next steps toward that. Also, discussing Halak, the schedule ahead, and VANcast bingo! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the VANcast, Drancer and Lalji discuss the Canucks regulation loss to Nashville as the team reaches the all-star break. The guys praise the work of head coach Bruce Boudreau who has brought positive energy to the team, but will need his squad to go on another streak after the break, to change Jim Rutherford's mind come trade deadline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Farhan and Drancer discuss the last 2 games, and having two very different Canucks team show up to each one. Also, navigating the use of Jaroslav Halak, diving into the latest trade rumors, seeing the best and worst performances from J.T. Miller. To wrap up, expectations for the next two games vs the Blackhawks and Predators, and the guys share their thoughts on the NFL divisional championships over the weekend, and a Rams- Bengals Super Bowl matchup in Los Angeles. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/vancast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Farhan and Drancer return with a new VANcast on a very busy day in Vancouver, after team president Jim Rutherford introduced Patrik Allvin as the new General Manager. The guys discuss what Allvin brings to the organization, the hiring of Émilie Castonguay as assistant general manager, and what other moves Rutherford might have up his sleeve as the Canucks continue to rebuild not only the team, but the front office as well.  The guys also praise the work of third string goalie Spencer Martin and they provide an update on all the players currently in COVID-19 protocol and they give their picks for the conference finals this weekend in the NFL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Farhan and Drancer return to share their thoughts of the two home losses for the Canucks over the weekend, as there was still lots to like, but the team is losing ground with January games being critical. Also, mismanagement of goaltender Mikey Dipietro, and where is Jaroslav Halak? Then, takeaways from Pettersson and Boeser's perfomances, the PK is again a liability, and some important personnel decisions to make in the next couple of months. To wrap up, they discuss a wild NFL playoff weekend. Save on an annual subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/vancast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Drancer and Lalji discuss the end of the Canucks road trip which saw them win in workman like fashion vs the Predators in Nashville last night, finishing the season long road swing with two straight wins, after dropping games in Florida, Tampa Bay and Carolina. The guys take a look at the play of Elias Pettersson who seems to be out of his season long funk, and how he is much better at centre than on the wing. Farhan and Thomas also breakdown the off-season list of things to do for President of Hockey Operations Jim Rutherford, including what he will do with JT MIller, pending UFA Tyler Motte, and tweaking the roster with a better bottom 6, stronger defence and more depth. Plus the guys discuss the trending feud in Edmonton between hall of fame hockey writer Jim Matheson and Oilers star forward Leon Draisaitl and they give you their NFL picks as the divisional playoffs happen this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Farhan and Drancer dive into Canucks win over the Washington Capitals on Sunday, and a big breakthrough performance from one Elias Pettersson. Also, tempering expectations for Thatcher Demko.  Next, they chat about Connor Garland heading to the COVID-19 list, and the challenges of managing a roster with these constant changes before discussing the success of the 4th line and breaking down the Canucks' D-pairings. To wrap up, they dive into Jack Rathbone's status, and review their picks from the NFL playoff weekend. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/vancast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bruce Boudreau joins Farhan and Harman on this edition of the VANcast to look back on his time in Vancouver as head coach of the Canucks, how he thinks Elias Pettersson should have been a Selke Trophy finalist, the brilliance that is Quinn Hughes, returning to NHL Network to offer analysis during the Stanley Cup playoffs and if he thinks he will ever coach in the NHL again. Plus Farhan and Harman provide an update on the Abbotsford Canucks playoff run, and the final four series in the Stanley Cup playoffs this season.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Farhan and Drancer recap the Canucks' recent games against the Panthers and Lightning, where themes of moral victories and special teams issues make their return. Then, with Elias Pettersson being moved to LW, and Drancer also dives into Canucks player history to show that maybe not all is doom and gloom with his current production. Next, the decisions needing to be made on the team's future hinges on the results of the next crop of games, and the search for front office personnel continues.  To wrap up, some NFL playoffs talk as the guys make their predictions for this weekend's action. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/vancast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Farhan and Thomas look back on the Canucks 5-2 loss to the Panthers in South Florida Tuesday night. The Canucks 9 day layoff between games certainly played a factor in the loss to Florida. The guys dissect the play of Thatcher Demko, Brock Boeser and ask if this is the best Elias Petterson can be for the Canucks? The guys wonder if the Canucks should make a pitch for Evander Kane, and what that dynamic could do in the Canucks dressing room. Lalji and Drancer look ahead to the rest of this challenging road trip, with the very tough Tampa Bay Lightning next on the Canucks list and critique the play of rapper Kodak Black in the private box in Florida last night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Farhan and Thomas return with an all new VANcast with the Canucks continuing to practice, with no games scheduled until the weekend vs Ottawa. The guys discuss Bruce Boudreau's comments on playoff chances, with the new coach proclaiming that the Canucks need to play .500 hockey in their next 8 games to have a shot at the playoffs. Plus, we analyze Boudreau's comments on defender Tyler Myers and the Canucks upcoming road swing against tough opponents in Florida, Tampa Bay, Carolina, Washington and Nashville.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In their first episode of 2022, Drancer and Farhan discuss the continuing positive vibes of the Canucks as they are 8-0-1 in the Boudreau era. What are reasonable expectations for this team now? Is the team that much different from when they were coached by Travis Green? Drancer dives into the data. Also, the pair discuss a daunting road trip ahead that will be a real test for this team, if the Canucks may be buyers or sellers at the trade deadline, and to wrap up, the first feel-good hockey story of 2022 as a Kraken fan and a Canucks assistant equipment manager are reunited after the fan gave him life-saving advice. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/vancast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ahead of Wednesday night's game vs Anaheim, Farhan and Drancer discuss the ever-changing COVID-19 protocols, the return of the taxi squad, facing the Ducks and Kings on this road trip, and more. Then they are joined by The Athletic's Harman Dayal to dig into the numbers behind the Canucks' last six games, is their success sustainable? Also, what needs to happen to keep it going? Also, the WJC tournament has now been cancelled, but takeaways on what was seen from Canucks prospect Dmitri Zlodeyev, and more. Get a subscription for The Athletic for only $1.99/month!: theathletic.com/vancast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Farhan Lalji and Thomas Drance present their Christmas gift to the VANcast listeners, answering your questions in another edition of the VANcast mailbag. Drancer and Lalji touch on a number of topics that have Canuck fans interested, including.....who the next General Manager will be, if Jim Rutherford will make a move this season or wait for the off-season, why is Elias Pettersson struggling and what the future holds for J.T. Miller and Brock Boeser in Vancouver. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Drancer and Farhan discuss the latest goings on with the Canucks, including four games currently postponed, and the latest updates on players in COVID-19 protocols. Also, discussions on how the NHL may handle this rapidly-evolving situation, and the complication of logistics. Then, a practice on Monday morning as Bruce Boudreau works on implementing his own systems in a "minicamp" this week while their games off the schedule. To wrap up, some good ol' jersey talk! Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/vancast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Drancer and Farhan return with an all new VANcast with the Canucks have won six straight under new head coach Bruce Boudreau, including last night in San Jose. Thomas and Farhan breakdown how the Canucks, with a depleted defence, are getting it done. The guys discuss the promotion to Stan Smyl, the hiring of Derek Clancey as an assistant general manager and who Jim Rutherford might be looking at to fill more positions in the front office. Plus, we provide a COVID-19 update, and look ahead to the game Saturday afternoon vs the Maple Leafs, as the Canucks aim for their seventh straight victory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

So much has transpired in the last couple of days, where do Drancer and Farhan even start? Well, how about the Canucks scoring four unanswered goals to beat the Blue Jackets? How about the 5th win in a row? They recap the game, and discuss if there is such thing as a "Boudreau Bump", and blue line quality as depth gets narrow on defense. Then, the guys lay out the work Jim Rutherford has in front of him, and the timeline of many of the changes in the team's front office. Also, thoughts on Rutherford being forthright in his assessment of the roster. To wrap up, they break down the rapidly evolving COVID situation in Vancouver. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/vancast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On an all new VANcast, Farhan and Drancer discuss Jim Rutherford announcement to bring Hockey Hall of Famer, and three time Stanley Cup champion Jim Rutherford in to the front office as the franchises President of Hockey Operations. The guys look at some of the candidates that Rutherford might look at for the General Manager position, and we debate Elias Pettersson and Quinn Hughes on the penalty kill and critique the Canucks play, two games into the Bruce Boudreau era. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's episode of the VANcast, Farhan and Harman look at the baby Canucks dominant first round sweep over Bakersfield and the next round of the AHL playoffs where they will face the Flames top affiliate, the Calgary Wranglers. The guys discuss the impact of Christian Wolanin, Niles Hoglander, Max Sasson and the play of Arturs Silovs and Spencer Knight in net so far in the post season. The guys look at the reasons why Canucks assistant coach Jason King, in charge of Vancouver's power-play, was fired late last week from Rick Tocchet's coaching staff, How Andrei Kuzmenko will fit long term into coach Tocchet's plans and how former captain Bo Horvat has struggled on Long Island, as New York is on the cusp on elimination in the first round.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What a difference a day makes. Farhan and Drancer return with another pod recapping Monday's events for the Canucks, sharing takeaways from media availability with owner Francesco Aquilini and interim GM Stan Smyl earlier in the day, Bruce Boudreau's approach and the breath of fresh air he brings to a team that desperately needs it, the team's 4-0 win over the Kings and the energy felt in the building, and more. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/vancast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Farhan and Drancer dive into the breaking news of the Canucks firing both head coach Travis Green, and GM Jim Benning and more on Sunday, and the hiring of Bruce Boudreau behind the bench. Also, the new management structure of the team, what will the search a new GM could look like, a discussion about the fan throwing a jersey on the ice, Jim Benning's legacy and much more. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/vancast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On an all new VANcast, Farhan and Drancer discuss the Canucks two game winning streak against lesser lights Montreal and Ottawa, and the tough schedule ahead for the team. The guys argue about if we should be talking about playoff chances, if the team remains hot or if we should just looking at the positives, like improved play from Elias Pettersson, J.T. Miller, Quinn Hughes, Thatcher Demko and Brock Boeser. Drancer and Farhan also dissect the comments made by NHL player agent Kevin Epp, Conor Garland's comments on Spittin' Chicklets as it pertains to the pressure playing in Vancouver, which saw Epp blame the media for.  The guys also look out same of the rumours coming from the national media on possible coaching candidates to replace Travis Green, if and when General Manager Jim Benning gets his way and fires the coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Farhan and Drancer discuss the Canucks 2-1 win over the Canadiens in what they have dubbed the "Dysfunction Bowl" on Monday night. And while there were some positives to take from that win, will any of it slow down the inevitable search for a new head coach? The pair discuss the team's lack of pieces they need to compete, off-ice, the disconnect throughout the franchise, Elias Pettersson feeling the pressure, and much more. Get a subscription to The Athletic for $3.99/month: theathletic.com/vancast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Drancer and Farhan with a post game edition of the VANcast, discuss the Canucks uninspiring, brutal defensive effort in a 4-1 loss to the Penguins in Pittsburgh. The guys discuss the answers that Travis Green, Bo Horvat and J.T. Miller gave, to the tough questions asked by the media post game. Farhan and Thomas address the trade rumours swirling around J.T. Miller and Brock Boeser, they dissect the play of Elias Pettersson who had the worst game of his season, and when the Aquilinii ownership group will make a decision on the future of General Manager Jim Benning and head coach Travis Green in Vancouver. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Farhan and Drancer kick off the episode with a discussion about the last two games vs the Jets and Blackhawks, and the positives that can be taken away from both. Then, they dig into the Minnesota Wild reportedly being interested in J.T. Miller. What could it mean? Also, what change in the organization would be the most effective, are Elias Pettersson and Quinn Hughes still untouchable, the return of the Botchford Project, and much more. It's the best deal of the year, and only lasts through midnight, 11/29, get a subscription to The Athletic for $1/month at theathletic.com/vancast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Farhan and Drancer return with a new VANcast, fresh off Jim Benning meeting the media with the Canucks in the midst of a five game losing streak. The guys dissect the answers the GM gave on some tough questions from the assembled media, including if Benning feels responsible for the teams plight, if eight years has been enough for him and his management team to build a winner, why ownership isn't made available to face the tough questions from the media, and if coach Travis Green's job could be in jeopardy. The guys also discuss if the struggling younger players, led by Elias Pettersson, need a new voice in the room, or if Green can get them out of their funk? Plus the latest on the Canucks horrendous penalty kill, Travis Hamonic's vaccination status, and the Canucks next game, Friday vs Winnipeg. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Farhan and Drancer let it fly in recapping the Canucks' awful road trip. What can get this team back on track? Is the locker room broken? Will there be any changes made this week? The guys are here for you to talk through all of it. Save on an annual subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/Vancast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Drancer and Farhan look back on what went right and what went wrong in the Canucks 3-2 overtime loss to the Anaheim Ducks on Tuesday night. The guys dissect the brutal officiating, how the NHL needs to step up and admit that there is a problem with how the NHL officials do their job, and fix it. We also take a look at the Canucks penalty kill and faceoff struggles and Vasili Podkolzin's elevation to top 9 status on the Canucks forward units. Plus we address the Canucks upcoming road trip, which won't feature Travis Hamonic, and the guys offer their opinions on Bob Murray being suspended by the Anaheim Ducks and racist comments directed at Thomas and Farhan's colleagues Satiar Shah and Bik Nazzar of Sportsnet 650. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Drancer and Farhan are back following a 6-3 Canucks win against the Stars on Sunday night. They hit on the power play getting to work with 3 power play goals, the penalty kill still has much to be desired, Elias Pettersson getting outmuscled, Vasily Podkolzin showing promise early on in the season, and much more. Save on an annual subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/vancast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this edition of the VANcast, Farhan and Harman go over the Canucks season ending report cards for the team after a turbulent year highlight the signing of Elias Pettersson, (the other Petey) to a three year entry level contract and they take a look at the opening two nights of the Stanley Cup playoffs. Ryan Johnson, the General Manager of the Abbotsford Canucks joins Farhan and Harman to discuss his team's preparation ahead of their first round playoff series with the Bakersfield Condors, including updates on Linus Karlsson, Danila Klimovich, Vasily Podkolzin and Nils Höglander Jack Rathbone.  Get a FREE 1-year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase at athleticgreens.com/vancast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the latest VANcast, Farhan and Drancer look back on the Canucks huge 3-2 overtime win over the Rangers on Tuesday night, including an insane end to the 3rd period.  The guys analyze the struggles of Brock Boeser, Elias Pettersson and Tanner Pearson, as the Canucks continue to search for consistent offence and Drancer and Farhan review Drancer's Canucks report card, including an early win for Jim Benning on the trade with the Coyotes.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Farhan and Drancer discuss Monday's press conference with Gary Bettman and Bill Daly, and the latest on the Blackhawks. Then, Travis Hamonic gets called up to the Canucks, and what his impact could be. Also, the latest on Oliver Ekman-Larsson and Tyler Motte, finding a fit for Conor Garland, the Canucks' issue generating offense and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this edition of the VANcast, Drancer and Farhan look back on the Canucks home opening 3-2 loss to Minnesota. The guys discuss the offensive struggles of the team led by Elias Pettersson's slow start. J.T. Miller's lack of engagement right now, and the Canucks failure to generate any kind of offence on 5 on 5 play. The guys analyze the play of Vasily Podkolzin, Josh Bailey, Jack Rathbone and Conor Garland, they provide injury updates on Tyler Motte and Jason Dickinson and project when defender Travis Hamonic might find himself back in the NHL as well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Farhan and Drancer recap the Canucks' 6-game road trip, including Drancer being back on the road covering games, experiencing hockey in Seattle, Thatcher Demko, Conor Garland, should there be concern with Elias Pettersson, the Canucks' home opener, and much more. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/vancast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the latest VANcast, Drancer and Farhan look back on the Canucks bounce back effort in Chicago vs the Blackhawks after a disappointing loss to the Sabres in Buffalo. The guys discuss special teams, how Conor Garland, Tucker Poolman, Jason Dickinson, Jack Rathbone and Kyle Borroughs have fit in, and how sophomore Nils Hoglander has been the Canucks best player to date. Ryan Clark, the Athletic's beat writer for the Seattle Kraken stops by to update Drancer and Farhan on what the Canucks can expect from the NHL's 32nd team on Saturday night, as an instant rivalry is born between Vancouver and the Kraken.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Drancer and Farhan discuss Travis Hamonic's leave of absence from the Canucks, the latest on Brock Boeser, J.T. Miller moving to center, how Quinn Hughes has looked three games in, and much more! Save 50% off an annual subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/vancast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Drancer and Farhan recap the Canucks opening night, 3-2 loss to Edmonton in the shootout, in which Thatcher Demko was in mid season form, stealing a point for the Canucks in game 1 of the new season. The guys discuss the decision to dress Jack Rathbone and Kyle Burroughs over veterans Luke Schenn and Brad Hunt to try to contain Connor McDavid. We dissect the Canucks power-play, Tyler Myers huge hit on Duncan Keith, Nils Hoglander's versatility, how Vasily Podkolzin fared in his NHL debut, and how much the Canucks missed Brock Boeser in the first game of the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Drancer and Farhan promised you a Monday episode, and they deliver with a discussion about the Olli Juolevi trade that brings the Canucks Noah Juulsen and forward Juho Lammikko from the Florida Panthers. Also latest roster decisions as the Canucks move toward toward an opening night roster, including the decision to send Travis Hamonic down to Abbotsford. Also, thoughts on Elias Pettersson and Quinn Hughes in their pre-season debuts and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this edition of the VANcast, Drancer and Lalji discuss the Canucks roster taking shape as training camp winds down. The guys look at the additions of Petey and Quinn to the lineup, and how the bottom six forward look, including if JT Miller at centre, the chemistry between Jason Dickinson and Phillip Di Giuseppe and if players like Justin Dowling and Will Lockwood have a shot at making this team. Plus the guys discuss the opportunities not given to Jonah Gadjovich, who deserved another pre-season game, before being waived earlier today. Join The Athletic Hockey Show’s official fantasy hockey pool on OfficePools.com: http://www.officepools.com/invite/classic/m/HAFE2H6Q Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Drancer and Farhan dig deeper into the Elias Pettersson and Quinn Hughes deals and the impact they have on the Canucks for the future. Also, the Canucks potentially having to navigate IR and LTIR gymnastics as Travis Hamonic and four other players may not be suiting up for the team anytime soon. To wrap it up, some baseball talk, as a seafood bet has a victor. Join The Athletic Hockey Show’s official fantasy hockey pool on OfficePools.com: http://www.officepools.com/invite/classic/m/HAFE2H6Q Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thomas Drance and Farhan Lalji host a live room edition of the VANcast, discussing the Canucks season ending press conference from General Manager Patrik Allvin and head coach Rick Tocchet. The guys comment on the Canucks plans for next season, if buyouts could be on the horizon, the elusive search for a third line centre, if the goaltending depth will be improved, Brock Boeser's tenure in Vancouver, the status of the Canucks impending free agents and the absence of President of Hockey Operations Jim Rutherford at the press conference today. This podcast originally aired as a live room on Monday afternoon, April 17th. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On an emergency edition of the VANcast, Farhan and Drancer discuss the Canucks multi year extensions which were finally signed by the franchises cornerstone players, Elias Pettersson and Quinn Hughes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Farhan and Drancer discuss Travis Hamonic's continued absence from Canucks training camp, and the decision he and the team must make by Friday's deadline to terminate his contract. With Hamonic not in camp, the guys take a look at how the defensive pairings might look, and if a waiver claim could be in the Canucks cards, before the season starts. Drancer and Lalji also address the ongoing contract talks between the Canucks and the Hughes/Pettersson camp, what players have impressed so far at camp including Jonah Gadjovich and they update the status of the other missing Canucks in camp, including Brandon Sutter. Join The Athletic Hockey Show’s official fantasy hockey pool on OfficePools.com: http://www.officepools.com/invite/classic/m/HAFE2H6Q Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Drancer and Farhan serve up a postgame discussion following the Canucks' 4-2 win over the Flames in Abbotsford. They highlight Jack Rathbone and Vasili Podkolzin, and is it possible for either Alex Chiasson or Jonah Gadjovich to crack this roster? Also, thoughts on the defensive pairing of Olli Juolevi and Jett Woo, Oliver Ekman-Larsson's night, the latest on contract situations for Quinn Hughes and Elias Pettersson, and much more. Join The Athletic Hockey Show’s official fantasy hockey pool on OfficePools.com: http://www.officepools.com/invite/classic/m/HAFE2H6Q Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices