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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.

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Jamie Dodd and Thomas Drance are joined by Sam Cosentino to break down the race for Gavin McKenna, why no GM can afford to pass on him, and the growing debate between Caleb Malhotra and Ivar Stenberg at the top of the draft. Jannik Hansen weighs in on Carolina’s Stanley Cup-winning formula, the value of depth, and what separates championship teams from the rest of the league. Plus, Kevin Woodley analyzes the goaltending storylines from the Final and discusses the Oilers’ increasingly complicated offseason.

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Landon Ferraro joins the show. The guys discuss officiating across sports and how the NHL compares. Then, Landon analyzes how the Canes' were built and if their play style can be copied. Could the Canucks adopt a similar style, and who could benefit from it. NHL Draft analyst Jérôme Bérubé joins the show. Jérôme talks Viggo Björck being his #1 prospect, and his thoughts on Caleb Malhotra.

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Jamie and Drance open the show discussing the Carolina Hurricanes winning the Stanley Cup. What was Carolina's process to get here? Will Canucks fans ever get to experience a cup? 

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Jamie Dodd hosts Canucks Talk live on location from AJ Pizza during Canada's first World Cup match. He chats to Greg Wyshynski about an incredible Stanley Cup Finals, and the storylines in the NHL. Then, he opens up the Whiteboard to chat about a new hire that General Manager Ryan Johnson made, as well as an AHL player signing as well.

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Brendan Batchelor joins Jamie Dodd and Thomas Drance to discuss Aatu Raty’s chances of earning a bigger role under Manny Malhotra, the future of young players like Kirill Kudryavtsev, and whether the Canucks should move a veteran piece during their rebuild. Later, Dimitri Filipovic breaks down the Stanley Cup Final, the adjustments both teams are making, and what lessons contenders around the league can learn from their success. Plus, the guys revisit the Darnell Nurse trade rumours and debate which teams make the most sense as potential landing spots.

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Jamie Dodd and Thomas Drance react to new comments from Ryan Johnson, including his stance on Filip Hronek, roster budgeting, and the logic behind keeping options open during a rebuild. The guys discuss why the Canucks may need to subtract before they add, Ottawa’s reported interest in Jake DeBrusk, and what a potential move could mean for Vancouver’s roster. Plus, trade rumours swirl around Darnell Nurse, and Drance explains why the Canucks should be among the teams exploring a deal.

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Jamie Dodd and Thomas Drance take a closer look at Caleb Malhotra’s draft profile and debate whether the talented OHL center is the right fit for the Canucks at third overall. The guys also discuss why the coaching connection complicates the conversation and why Vancouver may have to trust its scouts if Malhotra is the pick. Plus, more reaction to the Oilers’ reported interest in Mike Babcock and why his potential return remains one of the NHL’s most controversial storylines.

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Jamie Dodd and Thomas Drance are joined by Don Taylor and Rick Dhaliwal to discuss the Canucks’ search for experienced front-office and coaching support, the uncertainty surrounding the new regime, and what it means for the roster heading into next season. The guys also debate Mike Babcock’s potential return to the NHL, the fallout from an NHLPA investigation, and whether Edmonton can afford another misstep. Plus, Jason Bukala joins to break down Viggo Bjorck, Caleb Malhotra, and the top draft targets who could be on Vancouver’s radar.

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Jannik Hansen joins Jamie Dodd and Thomas Drance to discuss lessons from successful organizations, the importance of scouting in a rebuild, and why he’s open to the Canucks overpaying free agents to flip for future assets. Later, Jesse Granger breaks down a thrilling Stanley Cup Final, Shea Theodore’s breakout postseason, and Mitch Marner’s emergence as a playoff game-breaker. Plus, the guys debate Teddy Blueger’s next contract, Vancouver’s veteran core, and how much change is still needed this offseason.

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Jamie Dodd and Thomas Drance react to Michael McCarron’s surprising six-year deal in Minnesota and what a rising salary cap could mean for Teddy Blueger and the rest of this summer’s UFA center market. The guys also discuss reports linking Mike Babcock to the Oilers and what, if anything, the NHLPA can do about it. Plus, a War Room debate asks whether the Canucks should package picks 3, 24, and 33 to move up for Gavin McKenna if the Leafs pass on him.

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Join Jamie and Thomas as they dive deep into Game 3 of the incredible Cup Finals, an all-timer series through three games featuring Landon Ferraro’s insights on Mitch Marner’s reduced pressure and unstoppable playmaking. The episode critically examines the goaltending debate—whether to return to Bussi after Andersen’s minor injury and head contact that raised concussion spotters concerns—while analyzing Coach Babcock’s outdated coaching elements and the Canucks’ concerning lack of amateur scouting changes. From Ryan Johnson’s accountability on Landon’s podcast to evaluating combine prospects like Ryan Lin and discussing which stars (DeBrusk, Boeser, Pettersson, Demko...

Jamie Dodd and Thomas Drance break down the biggest Canucks stories, from the NHL Draft Combine to team-building strategy, prospect interviews, and the latest league buzz. This episode digs into how Vancouver’s front office approached the combine, what stood out in prospect meetings, and the questions teams are asking ahead of the draft. They also cover headline NHL news around Dylan Larkin, Mike Babcock, and other moves shaping the league.

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Jamie is joined by The Athletic's Shayna Goldman to break down the Carolina Hurricanes tying up the Stanley Cup Final and how the Canes can continue to adjust through the series. Afterwards, Drance heads back into the show after attending some combine interviews including Caleb Malhotra. Finally, Dimitri Filipovic joins Jamie and Drance to chat about the last week of NHL news including the playoffs and off-season noise.

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Jamie Dodd and Thomas Drance start things off on The Whiteboard by chatting about the Hurricanes tying up the Stanley Cup Final, Drance's takeaways so far from being in Buffalo for the draft combine and news revolving around the Canucks hiring Daren Hermiston as Director of Player Personnel.

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Jamie Dodd and Thomas Drance react to Manny Malhotra’s first media availability as Canucks head coach, discussing his message on accountability, rewarding hard work, and the possibility of coaching his son if Vancouver drafts Caleb Malhotra. The guys also examine the Canucks’ ongoing AGM search and what Malhotra’s transition from the AHL to the NHL could mean for the team’s future. Plus, a reported trade request from Dylan Larkin sparks a conversation about the Detroit Red Wings, star-player movement, and the teams still feeling the fallout from missing out on Quinn Hughes.

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Jamie Dodd and Thomas Drance react to Manny Malhotra’s introductory press conference as the new Canucks head coach, breaking down his message on accountability, body language, and the standards he expects from every player—including Elias Pettersson. The guys also discuss reports that Dylan Larkin has requested a trade from Detroit and whether the Red Wings could emerge as a potential destination for Pettersson.

Plus, Sarah Nurse joins the show after re-signing with Vancouver to discuss the growth of the PWHL, league expansion, and standout prospect Caroline Harvey. Later, Aatu Raty reflects on winning World Championship gold...

Ryan Johnson and Manny Malhotra speak to gathered media at Rogers Arena to officially introduce Manny Malhotra as the Head Coach of the Vancouver Canucks.

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Chris Cuthbert joins Jamie Dodd and Thomas Drance to reflect on his legendary broadcasting career, receiving the Foster Hewitt Memorial Award, and previewing the Stanley Cup Final. Cuthbert discusses why Vegas has become such a difficult matchup, Mitch Marner’s experience under the microscope in Toronto, John Tortorella’s coaching style, and why he believes Manny Malhotra is the perfect fit to lead the Canucks through their next chapter. Later, the guys react to Vancouver signing Ilya Safonov, debate potential trade targets including Brendan Gallagher and Marco Rossi, and discuss whether the Canucks should prioritize accumulating assets over immediate impr...

Jamie Dodd and Thomas Drance break down the final details behind Manny Malhotra’s hiring, including what may have changed during negotiations on contract term and salary to get a deal across the finish line. The guys discuss the Canucks’ search for an assistant GM, why adding experienced voices around Ryan Johnson will be critical, and whether someone like Jessica Campbell could emerge as a fit behind the bench. Plus, the Whiteboard dives into Johnson’s candid comments about embracing a true long-term rebuild, why Drance came away feeling he was listening to a GM willing to accept short-term pain f...

Jannik Hansen joins Jamie Dodd and Randip Janda to discuss Manny Malhotra’s promotion to head coach, why his work ethic, preparation and ability to delegate made him a natural fit for the job, and the unique challenge that could arise if the Canucks draft his son, Caleb. Jannik also weighs in on the transition from coaching in the AHL to the NHL and previews the Stanley Cup Final. Later, Kevin Woodley shares why the Canucks finally feel like an organization with a clear plan, how Ryan Johnson’s development-focused philosophy could translate to the NHL level, the importance of a...

Jamie Dodd and Randip Janda react to the Vancouver Canucks officially naming Manny Malhotra as head coach and examine why his communication skills, leadership style, and player development track record made him the obvious choice. The guys break down Ryan Johnson’s comments on building resilience through losing, how the organization plans to measure success during a rebuild, and why patience and long-term growth are becoming central themes of the new regime. Plus, the Whiteboard dives into the Caleb Malhotra discussion, the Canucks’ transparency around potential conflicts, and reports that top draft prospects Chase Reid and Jackson Verhoeff are amon...

Jamie Dodd is joined by Landon Ferraro live from the Canucks Alumni golf tournament. They discuss and deliberate the future of ice time on the Canucks, what's already taken up by existing players and what remains to be allocated. They debate whether trading certain assets makes sense, and what the return would have to be to say yes. Taking on bad contracts, such as Brendan Gallagher in Montreal, could net the team some picks in return.

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In The Whiteboard, Jamie Dodd breaks down the latest Canucks news. Still no confirmed update on the coaching front, for better or for worse. Brendan Gallagher in his exit interview with Montreal mentions Vancouver as a possible destination.

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Canucks PxP voice Brendan Batchelor joins the show. Batch talks 2011 reunion in Vancouver, what Alex Edler could bring to the organization, the types of veterans he wants to see play in Vancouver, and more on the Canucks. Then, what could the roster look like next season and who  could be featured on PP1? Later, Dimitri Filipovic joins the show. Dim talks Colorado's Bednar decision, a potential Carolina vs Vegas Stanley Cup Final, what's next for Montreal, and a Conn Smythe draft.

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Live from Nat Bailey Stadium, Jamie Dodd is joined by guest host Josh Elliott-Wolfe! The guys open the show discussing the latest on the Canucks hiring Manny Malhotra. Which other 2011 Canucks players could join the team in a front office or development role? Plus, a preview of tonight's Carolina vs Montreal playoff game. Later, which high character veterans should the Canucks add?

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Eric Engels of Sportsnet joins Jamie and Thomas to reflect on the sudden passing of Claude Lemieux before talking about the Caroline Hurricanes dominance of the Montreal Canadiens in the ECF. Prospects Analyst Jason Bukala joins the guys to talk about the impressive showing from Viggo Bjorck at the IIHF Worlds. 

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On today’s episode of The Whiteboard, we dive into the latest around the Vancouver Canucks, including the continued wait for coaching news and what’s holding up the process. We also break down Carolina’s dominant Game 4 win over Montreal, what it means for the Stanley Cup Final schedule, and Linus Karlsson’s big moment for Sweden at the World Championships. Plus, we debate if Vancouver should simply stay put and draft Viggo Bjork instead of trading down.

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Jamie Dodd and Thomas Drance react to another quiet day on the Canucks’ head coaching front while digging into Iain MacIntyre’s latest piece featuring Henrik Sedin and the organization’s apparent philosophical shift toward patience and long-term team building. The guys debate whether this front office and ownership group are truly committed to a different process after years of chasing short-term fixes, and why the upcoming draft, player development, and potential veteran trades will ultimately determine whether this rebuild succeeds. Plus, the Whiteboard dives into Vegas returning to the Stanley Cup Final, trade speculation surrounding Jake DeBrusk, Elias Petter...

Jamie Dodd and Thomas Drance break down Ivar Stenberg’s dominant play and why Drance believes the draft could unfold with Toronto taking McKenna and San Jose grabbing Stenberg at No. 2. The guys debate NHL readiness among the top prospects, why Stenberg may be the most prepared forward in the class right now, and whether Vancouver or San Jose could become logical trade-down candidates depending on how the board develops. Plus, the Whiteboard dives into Filip Hronek’s trade value, the lack of impact UFA defencemen available this summer, and how the Canucks could potentially inflate value through power play...

Jamie Dodd and Thomas Drance are joined by Donnie and Dhali for a packed crossover segment covering the latest on Manny Malhotra’s contract negotiations, why the timing of the coaching announcement matters, and what the Canucks are trying to build culturally moving forward. The guys also debate Ivar Stenberg’s rapid rise after another dominant performance at Worlds, whether he could push toward the top of the draft board, and who Vancouver should target if McKenna and Stenberg are both off the board at No. 3. Plus, Jannik Hansen joins to break down the NHL Playoffs, Vegas overwhelming Colorado, Caro...

Landon Ferraro joins Jamie Dodd and Thomas Drance to discuss the Vancouver Canucks’ growing Abbotsford influence, why Manny Malhotra’s familiarity with young players could be a major advantage, and whether enough meaningful change has actually happened within the organization. The guys debate the Caleb Malhotra conversation, concerns about drafting based on connections, and why Drance believes passing on Ivar Stenberg for positional need could become a massive mistake. Plus, the show dives into NHL playoff lessons from Vegas and Carolina, what the Canucks can learn from true contender construction, and why building the best overall roster matters more than...

Jamie and Drance continue to monitor the Manny Malhotra coaching situation as the Vancouver Canucks appear to inch closer toward making their next head coaching hire. The guys discuss how the organization may approach spending under the new regime, whether saving money on the GM position impacts negotiations with Manny, and why Drance believes assistant coaches and support staff were a major weakness under Adam Foote. Plus, they react to Vegas taking a commanding 3-0 series lead over Colorado in the NHL Playoffs and dive into another chaotic Canucks war room draft trade proposal from Drance.

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Scott Wheeler joins the show to break down why all signs continue pointing toward the Vancouver Canucks targeting Caleb Malhotra at third overall, what makes him such an appealing future leader, and why the debate between Malhotra and Ivar Stenberg comes down to projection versus pure talent. The guys also discuss the importance of stockpiling talent throughout the organization, whether the Canucks should consider drafting both Ruck twins, and why Aatu Räty’s strong play at Worlds raises questions about how he was used last season. Plus, Dimitri Filipovic and Drance dive into major NHL team-building lessons from thi...

Jamie and Drance discuss the latest on Manny Malhotra and why the Vancouver Canucks may still take their time before officially naming their next head coach. The guys break down why Malhotra feels like such a strong fit for the organization, his reputation as a communicator and leader, and whether he’s fully prepared for the pressure and media demands that come with coaching in a Canadian market. Plus, they debate what a long-term contract for Manny could look like, why moving on from him quickly would signal major organizational failure, and dive into another Canucks draft war room sc...

Jamie and Drance discuss the Vancouver Canucks’ coaching “search,” and why it increasingly feels like the organization may move directly into negotiations with Manny Malhotra instead of conducting a lengthy external process. The guys debate the importance of trust, familiarity, and organizational alignment when promoting an AHL coach, while also questioning how much true change has actually happened with many of the same faces still remaining in the front office. Plus, the Whiteboard dives into a major war room scenario involving a potential trade-back offer from Calgary that could allow the Canucks to stockpile draft picks as the rebuild contin...

Donnie and Dhali join the crossover as the guys debate Manny Malhotra’s growing leverage in the Vancouver Canucks coaching search, why the organization desperately needs stability behind the bench, and whether Caleb Malhotra has truly emerged as a top target for the Canucks at third overall. Jamie and Drance discuss the long-term outlook of the rebuild, the importance of staying patient, and why the Canucks must focus on value management with players like Filip Hronek, Jake DeBrusk, and Marco Rossi. Plus, Jason Bukala breaks down the rising hype around Viggo Bjorck, the risks of nepotism narratives surrounding Caleb Ma...

Jannik Hansen joins the show to react to Adam Foote’s firing, why a fresh start was necessary for the Vancouver Canucks, and the challenge of building a new culture under the organization’s next head coach. Kevin Woodley breaks down the future of the Canucks’ goaltending department, the importance of retaining Ian Clark, and why smart goalie management and organizational stability matter more than ever in today’s NHL. Plus, Jamie and Drance react to Ryan Johnson’s introductory press conference, including his comments on Manny Malhotra, player development, Elias Pettersson, the front office structure, and the patient rebuild mo...

Jamie and Drance react to the Vancouver Canucks officially firing Adam Foote, breaking down why the move became an increasingly obvious outcome as the season spiraled. The guys analyze Foote’s deployment decisions, defensive structure, handling of young players, and why the overall environment and practice habits raised concerns throughout the year. Plus, they discuss why Manny Malhotra now feels like the overwhelming favorite to become the next head coach, how the organization’s new direction could impact the draft, and why Drance believes pairing Manny with Caleb Malhotra would create unnecessary complications.

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Chris Higgins joins Jamie Dodd and Randip Janda to discuss why Ryan Johnson and the Sedin twins have earned respect throughout the organization, the importance of establishing a new standard in Vancouver, and why the Canucks need more “predator eyes” and competitive fire throughout the roster. Brendan Batchelor reacts to the messaging from the new regime, what comes next for the organization, and the major decisions still looming around coaching, trades, and the front office structure. Plus, Dimitri Filipovic breaks down the NHL Playoffs, Anaheim’s elimination, Buffalo’s inconsistency, Carolina’s dominant run, and the fallout from John Tortorella...