Locked On Canucks - Daily Podcast On The Vancouver Canucks

In the blink of an eye, the Vancouver Canucks are more than half done with their training camp.

On the latest episode of Locked On Canucks, Beggsy and Bhawan spill their thoughts on who's impressed, who's improved as camp has gone on, and which surprise players are flirting with a roster spot.

The boys also touch on the untold story of Loui Eriksson, who opened up about his family being verbally abused by Canucks fans, and more.

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The Manny Malhotra era is officially underway in Vancouver.

On the latest episode of Locked On Canucks, Beggsy and Bhawan dish on the Day 1 report from training camp, live on location from Penticton.

They get into some early takeaways from line combos, Manny Malhotra vs. Adam Foote, standout Canucks performances, and more.

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Henrik Sedin, Daniel Sedin, Ryan Johnson and Manny Malhotra spoke today ahead of Canucks training camp — and there's plenty to discuss.

With Vancouver entering a new era, who steps up as the leaders in the locker room?

Who gets the “A”s?

Elias Pettersson? Filip Hronek? Jake DeBrusk?

And then there's Tom Willander.

With Quinn Hughes gone, Zeev Buium locked up long-term and Willander entering his second NHL season, the Canucks suddenly have a fascinating young defensive core.

Just how good can Willander become?

Could he eve...

Everyone is talking about Pettersson, Buium and the rebuild.

But what about the questions that could actually shape the start of this season?

Who starts the back-to-back against Edmonton?

How much will Demko play?

Which young player surprises us?

And what happens when the Canucks finally hit the ice?

Today, we're diving into the under-the-radar Canucks storylines that could become much bigger once the season gets rolling.

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✔ The Canucks' back-to-back against Edmonton
✔ Who should start the two Oilers games?
✔ Th...

He was always destined to be a captain.

But that wasn't enough to convince the old guard for the Vancouver Canucks.

On the latest episode of Locked On Canucks, Beggsy and Bhawan dive into Horvat post-Canucks, and why he ended up being named captain there, Trevor Linden style.

The boys also talk about Liam Ohgren's bud signing an eight-year extension, Petey's recent comments, Prospects Showcase takeaways and more.

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Toxicity and the Vancouver Canucks went hand in hand over the past couple of seasons.

This team is desperate to change that.

Well, one surprise Canucks leader emerged from the turbulence. Beggsy and Bhawan talk about the surprise leader along with fellow Surrey, B.C. bud, Raman Bains.

The boys get into all their thoughts and feelings on the Canucks + prospects that butter our bread ahead of the showcase.

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There's no team facing less pressure than the Vancouver Canucks.

But, these are pro athletes, and there are a handful of guys who should be feeling the heat.

Beggsy and Bhawan give their takes on Canucks players under pressure to start the season. They also touch on a couple waiver wire targets and look at someone who could be Elias Pettersson's new best friend.

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Jake DeBrusk has made it pretty clear: he wants to stay in Vancouver.

After hearing his name in trade rumours for months last season, DeBrusk is now embracing the Canucks' youth movement and appears energized by where this team is heading.
And honestly… that's a pretty big deal.

DeBrusk is one of the veteran pieces on this roster, and if he's genuinely bought into what Vancouver is building, could he become an important part of the next version of the Canucks?

But that's only HALF of today's conversation.

Because the ho...

We've spent months talking about Elias Pettersson's future in Vancouver.
Trade rumors.

Contract questions.

Whether the Canucks should move on.

Whether Pettersson can get back to being the superstar we know he can be.
But there's another possibility we need to seriously consider:

WHAT IF ELIAS PETTERSSON RETURNS FOR THE VANCOUVER CANUCKS?
What if Vancouver decides to keep him?

What if Pettersson comes into the season healthy, confident and motivated to prove everyone wrong?

And most importantly...

WHAT IF HE ACTUALLY BOUNCES...

After signing Zeev Buium to a massive 8-year extension, the Vancouver Canucks have made it clear that they're willing to bet BIG on their young core.
So...

Is Liam Ohgren next? 👀

Ohgren came to Vancouver as part of the Quinn Hughes blockbuster alongside Marco Rossi and Zeev Buium, and now the Canucks have to figure out just how much they believe in his future.

Ohgren had 18 points in 51 games with Vancouver last season, but the 22-year-old winger is still trying to establish himself as a full-time NHL impact player.
And that's exa...

🚨 THE VANCOUVER CANUCKS JUST LOCKED UP ZEEV BUIUM! 🚨

The Canucks have officially made a MASSIVE commitment to one of the most important pieces of their rebuild.

Vancouver has signed Zeev Buium to an 8-year, $75.04 million contract extension, carrying a $9.38 million annual cap hit.

And now the big question:

Did the Canucks just lock up their next franchise defenseman? 👀

Buium is only 20 years old, and Vancouver is betting BIG on what he can become. After acquiring him as part of the Quinn Hughes trade, the Canucks have now made it crystal c...

If Filip Chytil is actually ready to go, it takes away one more spot from a roster hopeful.

But, on this destined-for-the-basement Canucks roster, these guys still have a shot.

On the latest episode of Locked On Canucks, Beggsy highlights his top pick among forward hopefuls, with AHL legend Trey Fix-Wolansky staring down one of his last chances to become a full-time NHLer.

He also breaks down the chances of players such as Akil Thomas, Ilya Safonov, Arshdeep Bains, and others cracking the Canucks in 2026-27.

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He's already one of the biggest legends in Canucks history. If he pulls off the Vancouver Canucks rebuild successfully, statues and chest tattoos will pop up in honour of him.

But, what exactly is the plan?

On the latest episode of Locked On Canucks, Beggsy and Bhawan dive into Henrik Sedin's exclusive interview in Sweden, touching on the rebuild, guys needed for the core, Elias Pettersson, and more.

Also, something just feels different about the Canucks right now. Beggsy and Bhawan have a factoid that epitomizes that, and they also get into comments...

It's September 1st, which can only mean one thing:

THE HOCKEY SEASON IS BACK!

The long offseason is finally coming to an end, and for Vancouver Canucks fans, the countdown to another season has officially begun.

In today's Locked On Canucks, we're getting into that feeling of hockey finally returning — training camps are right around the corner, preseason is coming, and before we know it, the Canucks will be back on the ice.

After an offseason filled with trades, free-agent signings, prospects, roster questions and plenty of Canucks debate, we're finally ge...

Beggsy might have to beg for an apology.

Marco Rossi showed Canucks fans late in the season that he has the sauce. But do the Canucks truly realize what they have in Rossi?

Beggsy and Bhawan talk about Rossi's offseason and how high he ranks on the Canucks leadership board.

The boys also talk about Jonathan Lekkerimaki and his best comparables, along with some of the funniest players available for nomination on the upcoming Locked On NHL Top 100 players list.

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In today's Locked On Canucks, we're reacting to the massive Cale Makar contract extension and asking what it could mean for the Vancouver Canucks and Zeev Buium.

Makar has agreed to an 8-year, $163.2 million extension worth $20.4 million per season, making him the highest-paid player in NHL history.
And while Buium obviously isn't Cale Makar right now, there's a very important connection:

They're both defensemen.So what does a historic contract like this do to the market for young defensemen?

Buium is entering the final year of his entry-level contract, and the Canucks...

The next captain of the Vancouver Canucks isn't who you think it is.

While there's no rush for Vancouver, the next captain could very well be the guy that was brought to the city to instill culture and leadership.

He's a legend with the NHL's most storied franchise. Who says he can't repeat history in Vancouver?

Also, Beggsy and Bhawan touch on J.T. Miller's rehab jokes, opening up more questions about what actually between him and Elias Pettersson.

The boys also give the down-low on Chris Driedger, and whether or...

Will Minnesota Wild fans soon be joining Vancouver Canucks fans in saying Quinn Hughes?

On the latest episode of Locked On Canucks, Beggsy and Bhawan check in with Seth Toupal from Locked On Wild about the feeling in Minnesota about Quinn Hughes still being unsigned.

The boys also get his thoughts on the Quinn Hughes experience so far, along with insights on Buium, Rossi, Ohgren, and if there are any regrets about the trade.

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Ryan Johnson officially kicked off the Vancouver Canucks rebuild this offseason.

This time next year, how far will the rebuild have gone? Who will be jettisoned via trade or free agency? Which young players will be ready to play in the NHL full-time with the Canucks?

Beggsy and Bhawan dive into the Canucks current roster and predict who will still be around in 2027-28, offering rationales on which vets may still be around. They also look at the Canucks prospect pool and predict who will be ready for full-time action in 13 months' time.

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In today's Locked On Canucks, we're asking the question every Vancouver fan has probably thought about at some point:

Are the Vancouver Canucks actually going to win the Stanley Cup before we die of old age? 😂

The Canucks have been searching for their first Stanley Cup since entering the NHL in 1970, and after three trips to the Stanley Cup Final—including the heartbreak of 1994 and 2011—the franchise is still looking for that elusive championship.

So today we're taking a step back and looking at the bigger picture.
How long is this going to take...

The Anaheim Ducks are in a bind.

They've been in a bind ever since the Leo Carlsson extension. With August coming to a close, the pressure should be building in Anaheim.

Beggsy explores how the Canucks need to put aside their budget concerns and try to take advantage of an Anaheim team with some major cap issues.

He also looks at the Pacific Division in general, and examines why the Canucks could be in a four-way battle for the worst spot in the division.

Beggsy also looks at players who abandoned...

The Vancouver Canucks have a project on their hands.

Unlike the Calgary Flames, there are some veterans who could potentially be traded.

But, for most of them, they have to rectify their trade value.

On the latest episode of Locked On Canucks, Beggsy and Bhawan talk about trade candidates among Canucks veterans, and strategize how the Canucks can get the most out of them to turn those guys into actual trade chips.

They also get into what Jim Rutherford's legacy in Vancouver is, on the heels on him getting honoured by...

In today's Locked On Canucks, we're sitting down with fellow Canucks YouTuber Nuckhead to ask some of the biggest questions surrounding the Vancouver Canucks heading into the 2026-27 season.

With a new-look Canucks team entering another important chapter, there are still plenty of questions that need to be answered.

What should Canucks fans actually expect next season?

Can Vancouver surprise people and compete for a playoff spot? Which players are ready to take the next step? What should we expect from Marco Rossi, Filip Chytil, Elias Pettersson and the young Canucks prospects? And...

In today's Locked On Canucks, we're asking one of the biggest questions facing two of Canada's most heated rivals:

Who is going to win first — the Vancouver Canucks or the Calgary Flames?
Both teams are entering a new chapter, but which organization has the better path back to contention?

We'll compare the Canucks and Flames from top to bottom — their young talent, prospects, veterans, goaltending, defense, coaching, management and overall direction.

For Vancouver, the future revolves around players like Marco Rossi, Zeev Buium, Tom Willander, Braeden Cootes and Jonathan Lekkerimäki, while Calga...

He's already the best player on the Vancouver Canucks, but is he actually one of the NHL's most underrated guys too?

On this episode of Locked On Canucks, Beggsy breaks down some surprising stats about Filip Hronek from last season.

No surprise, one stat in particular garnered some love from his agent.

Beggsy also dives into ways the Canucks could ruin the tank next season, and more.

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In today's Locked On Canucks, we're diving into one of the most fascinating behind-the-scenes stories to come out of the 2026 NHL Draft: the Vancouver Canucks and Ottawa Senators reportedly came surprisingly close to making a draft-day trade.

Vancouver was reportedly trying to move up from No. 33 and No. 41, offering both picks to Ottawa in an attempt to acquire No. 25, with another pick coming back to Vancouver.

So what was Vancouver trying to accomplish?
Was there a specific player the Canucks were targeting at No. 25? Did Vancouver have its eye on a prospect who eventually...

In today's Locked On Canucks, we're throwing the format out the window and giving you a collection of random Vancouver Canucks thoughts, takes, questions and predictions as we get closer to the 2026-27 season.

From players we're buying into, players we're still skeptical about, potential lineup changes, prospects who could surprise us and moves Vancouver could still make, we're covering a little bit of everything.

What should Canucks fans actually be excited about? Which players are being overlooked? Who could take a major step forward? And are there still moves coming before training camp?

In today's Locked On Canucks episode, we're looking at one of the most intriguing free agents still available and asking a simple question:

Should the Vancouver Canucks be targeting Eeli Tolvanen?

Tolvanen remains unsigned after completing his two-year contract with the Seattle Kraken, and after putting up 36 points in 78 games last season, the 27-year-old winger could be one of the most interesting value additions still sitting on the market.

The Finnish winger brings exactly the type of elements Vancouver could use: offensive ability, a proven NHL shot, versatility on the wing, and a...

It's something that most Vancouver Canucks fans believe won't happen.

But, is Elias Pettersson finally about to prove everybody wrong?

On the latest episode of Locked On Canucks, Beggsy and Bhawan talk about the one area of Pettersson's game that has quietly improved over the past couple of seasons. And no, we're not talking about shot blocks.

The boys also look at the backup goalie battle, a sneaky Canucks trade candidate, and a former Canucks prospect who's finally about to become a full-time NHLer.

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In today's Locked On Canucks episode, we're discussing what may be the biggest boom-or-bust storyline surrounding the Vancouver Canucks heading into the new season:

Is Filip Chytil the most volatile player in the entire NHL?

When healthy, Chytil has shown he can be a dynamic, play-driving center with top-six talent. His speed, skill, and ability to create offense make him one of Vancouver's most exciting players. But after multiple concussions throughout his career, every...

The Vancouver Canucks may have found one of the biggest steals of the 2026 NHL Draft. Second-round pick Brooks Rogowski has been generating plenty of buzz since being selected 33rd overall, and it's easy to see why.

Standing at a towering 6-foot-7 and over 230 pounds, Rogowski isn't just a physical specimen—he's showing surprising mobility, a strong two-way game, and the kind of hockey IQ that has scouts believing there's far more offensive upside to unlock.

On today's episode of Locked On Canucks, we break down why Rogowski has quickly become one of Vancouver's most intriguing pr...

As the Vancouver Canucks enter a new universe, Beggsy and Bhawan can't help but think about the old one.

Even though Elias Pettersson was drafted fifth overall and once looked like a steal, where would he go in a 2017 re-draft?

On the latest episode of Locked On Canucks, Beggsy and Bhawan tackle that, along with Brendan Gallagher's ceiling amidst an outpouring of love from Montreal. They also talk about top Canucks takeaways from the World Junior Summer Showcase, along with who may be there come December.

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Today's episode is a special one as former Vancouver Canucks goaltender Eddie Lack joins Locked On Canucks for a wide-ranging conversation about hockey, life after the NHL, and everything happening around the Canucks.

From his unforgettable years in Vancouver to his perspective on today's team, Eddie shares stories, laughs, and honest insight into what made his time with the Canucks so memorable. We also catch up on what he's been up to since his playing days, life after professional hockey, and how his relationship with the city of Vancouver has evolved over the years.

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In today's Locked On Canucks episode, we're breaking down the latest developments surrounding the Vancouver Canucks' future practice facility and what it could mean for the organization both on and off the ice.

A state-of-the-art practice facility has the potential to transform everything from player development and recovery to free-agent recruitment and the day-to-day experience for the Canucks' players and prospects. We discuss the latest updates, why this project is such a significant investment in the franchise's future, and how it could help Vancouver keep pace with the NHL's top organizations.

We also head to...

The dream was alive when Connor Bedard signed a five-year deal with the Chicago Blackhawks.

Now, that dream has been kicked into overdrive.

On Wednesday, North Vancouver native Macklin Celebrini just became the highest paid player in the NHL on an annual basis. But that's not the news that matters most to Vancouver Canucks fans.

On the latest episode of Locked On Canucks, Beggsy and Bhawan talk about what Canucks fans need to know about the Macklin Celebrini contract, and how soon the Canucks could land Celebrini or Bedard in free agency.

In today's Locked On Canucks episode, we're setting expectations for one of the most important players on Vancouver's roster heading into the 2026-27 season:

What should Canucks fans realistically expect from Marco Rossi?

After arriving in Vancouver with plenty of hype, Rossi has a chance to become one of the driving forces behind the Canucks' next era. Can he develop into a legitimate first-line center? Is a career year on the horizon? And what would a successful season actually look like for the talented young forward? We break down his offensive ceiling, defensive game, chemistry...

In today's Locked On Canucks episode, we tackle one of the biggest long-term decisions facing the Vancouver Canucks:

Should the Canucks lock up Zeev Buium before the season even begins?

Buium has quickly established himself as one of the organization's cornerstone pieces, and with the NHL salary cap continuing to climb, there's a growing argument that Vancouver should sign the young defenseman to a long-term extension now rather than risk paying significantly more a year from today.

We'll break down why acting early could save the Canucks millions, what a fair contract might...

Something new just happened for Elias Pettersson.

During The Athletic's annual article featuring the worst contracts in the NHL, Pettersson made his debut.

But, just how bad is the deal?

On the latest episode of Locked On Canucks, Beggsy and Bhawan talk about the worst contracts in hockey. But, how many bad ones do the Canucks have besides Pettersson?

The boys also get into recent proof that the Canucks stold Adam Novotny at the NHL Draft.

And they also stole Caleb Malhotra.

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In today's Locked On Canucks episode, we're having some fun by comparing one of the Vancouver Canucks' most exciting young prospects to current and former NHL stars.

Who does Braeden Cootes actually play like?

Is he more of a two-way leader in the mold of Ryan O'Reilly? Does he have shades of Bo Horvat? Or is there another NHL player whose style, compete level, and hockey IQ better match what Cootes could become? We break down his strengths, ceiling, and why many believe he could become one of the Canucks' most important players of the...

In today's Locked On Canucks episode, we're joined by Randip Janda to discuss one of the most exciting hockey initiatives happening anywhere in the world: the Inaugural India Hockey 360 Festival.

Randip shares his vision for helping grow the game in one of the world's largest countries, bringing together NHL personalities, grassroots development, and a new generation of hockey fans. The India Hockey 360 Festival aims to introduce more people to the sport while creating opportunities for young players and strengthening hockey's global reach.

We also dive into the Vancouver Canucks' prospect pool and ask an important...