Sekeres & Price Show
854 episodes - English - Latest episode: 15 days ago - ★★★★★ - 41 ratingsMatt Sekeres and Blake Price, two of the most popular voices of Vancouver hockey, formerly on TSN 1040, are back in the digital space. A daily podcast featuring long time Canucks reporter Jeff Paterson and top insiders delivering the latest breaking news, insight, analysis and opinions on the Vancouver Canucks, NHL, PGA, CFL and breaking down the biggest news from the world of sports.
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Episodes
August 17 2021 - Gregg Bell (The New Tribune Seahawks Reporter), Jeff Paterson (Canucks Reporter)
August 18, 2021 01:33 - 2 hours - 104 MBMassive show with a big announcement to let the audience in on. The Welcome Matt dives into the NHL’s decision to have corporate patches on their jerseys next season. The Price is Right looks at Alphonso Davies and how the Bayern-Munich star could be the difference for Canada in the CONCACAF Octagonal final round. Seahawks insider Gregg Bell joins and tells us that the ‘Hawks knew when they acquired Jamal Adams that he would eventually get the huge contract that he got on Tuesday, why th...
August 16 2021 - Roger Sloan (Canadian PGA Tour Player), John Shannon (NHL Insider/Bob McCown Podcast), Jeff Paterson (Canucks Reporter)
August 17, 2021 01:30 - 2 hours - 118 MBBack for another big week of shows with Blake Price back from vacation. The Welcome Matt looks at the BC Lions and Vancouver Whitecaps returning home and the challenges they’ll face with COVID cases rising across the province. Canadian PGA Tour pro Roger Sloan follows and tells us about his weekend at the Wyndham Classic after finishing tied for second while climbing his way up the FedEx standings. Our Monday NHL insider John Shannon follows Hashtags - the best and worst of Twitter, and...
August 13 2021 - Dan Shulman (Toronto Blue Jays Play-By-Play), Caileigh Filmer & Hillary Janssens (Canadian Bronze Medal Olympians), Tom Mayenknecht (Host of The Sport Market)
August 14, 2021 01:30 - 2 hours - 117 MBLast show of the week with so much to dive into. The Welcome Matt looks at the Field of Dreams game and how the MLB found a compelling new backdrop for its product. Toronto Blue Jays play-by-play announcer Dan Shulman follows and tells us about how cool he thought the Field of Dreams game was, why he thinks that Alek Manoah is the real deal, and tells us how important this weekend series is for both the Jays and Mariners. Canadian Olympic bronze medalists Caileigh Filmer and Hillary Jans...
August 12 2021 - Dan Shulman (Toronto Blue Jays Play-By-Play), Caileigh Filmer & Hillary Janssens (Canadian Bronze Medal Olympians), Tom Mayenknecht (Host of The Sport Market)
August 14, 2021 01:30 - 2 hours - 117 MBLast show of the week with so much to dive into. The Welcome Matt looks at the Field of Dreams game and how the MLB found a compelling new backdrop for its product. Toronto Blue Jays play-by-play announcer Dan Shulman follows and tells us about how cool he thought the Field of Dreams game was, why he thinks that Alek Manoah is the real deal, and tells us how important this weekend series is for both the Jays and Mariners. Canadian Olympic bronze medalists Caileigh Filmer and Hillary Janss...
August 12 2021 - David Quadrelli (Canucks Army Managing Editor), Giulio Caravatta (BC Lions Radio Colour Analyst), Colin Miller (Vancouver Whitecaps FC Radio Colour Analyst)
August 13, 2021 01:30 - 2 hours - 119 MBAnother day, another jam packed show! The Welcome Matt looks at the importance of getting Elias Pettersson and Quinn Hughes’ contracts done before the Canucks open training camp next month. David Quadrelli from Canucks Army joins and says that he’s surprised by the public backlash of Elias Pettersson’s comments he made to a Swedish media member, and tells us why he thinks that Mikey DiPietro will be successful in the NHL. Giulio Caravatta follows Hashtags - the best and worst of Twitter,...
August 11 2021 - Patrick Johnston (Post Media Canucks Reporter), Danielle Lawrie (Olympic Bronze Medalist Women’s Softball), Rob Mullowney (Abbotsford Canucks Chief Operating Officer)
August 12, 2021 01:30 - 2 hours - 118 MBBack in the blanket fort with some juicy quotes from a Canucks star to sink our teeth into. The Welcome Matt looks at the comments that Elias Pettersson made to a Swedish media member, applauding the young star for putting the Canucks management’s feet to the fire. Canucks reporter Patrick Johnston from Post Media follows and tells us that Jim Benning wasn’t taken back from Pettersson’s comments, acknowledges that the Canucks know they need to keep the players happy, how he feels that Pet...
August 10 2021 - Harman Dayal (The Athletic), Julia Grosso (Canadian Olympic Gold Medalist)
August 11, 2021 01:30 - 2 hours - 117 MBAnother day in the blanket fort with a gold medal show on tap. The Welcome Matt looks at the Canucks order of operations this summer in contract negotiations, wondering why the Elias Pettersson and Quinn Hughes deals are now being on the back burner to get Jason Dickinson deal done first. The Pat Down focuses on the NHL schedule for next season and how logistically it must be a nightmare for the league who still don’t know if they’re going to send its players to the Winter Olympic Games ...
August 9 2021 - John Shannon (Former Executive Producer HNIC/Bob McCown Podcast), Evan Dunfee (Olympic Bronze Medal Winner Race Walking)
August 10, 2021 01:30 - 2 hours - 118 MBBack for another week of shows with Sekeres back in the drivers seat. The Welcome Matt celebrates British Columbia’s representation among the Canadians that won medals in Tokyo. The Pat Down looks at the Whitecaps run of draws, and despite racking up single points, the fact of the matter is the ‘Caps haven’t won a game in 13 matches. Our Monday NHL insider John Shannon follows Hashtags - the best and worst of Twitter and tells us about the challenges the broadcasters faced at the Tokyo O...
August 6 2021 - Rhian Wilkinson (Canada Soccer U20 Head Coach), Giulio Caravatta (BC Lions Colour Analyst), Ryan Gauld (Vancouver Whitecaps FC Midfielder), Sasha Andrews (Former Canada National Soccer Team)
August 07, 2021 01:31 - 2 hours - 116 MBLast show of the week and it comes on a day where Canadian sports history was made. The Pat Down looks at the incredible accomplishment of the Canadian women’s soccer team, and gives a tip of the cap to Deanne Rose whose goal extended the penalty shootout which Canada eventually prevailed to win. Former Canadian national team player and current assistant coach with England’s national team Rhian Wilkinson joins next and tells us how all the grassroots programs across Canada can take a pie...
August 5 2021 - John Herdman (Head Coach CANMNT Soccer), Thomas Drance (The Athletic), Charean Williams (Pro Football Talk & Pro Football Hall of Fame)
August 06, 2021 01:30 - 2 hours - 116 MBBig show in store, on a day where Canada racks up another medal at the Olympic Games. The Pat Down takes aim at those that clapped back at J-Pat’s sarcastic tweet about skateboarding in the Olympics, stating that any athlete that can compete with a cell phone in their pocket shouldn’t be in the games. Canada’s men’s soccer team head coach John Herdman follows and explains how the women’s team has nothing to lose in the gold medal game versus Sweden, tells us why Canada’s men’s side contin...
August 4 2021 - Robert Esmie (1996 Canadian Olympic Gold Medalist 4x100m), Craig J Button (TSN Director of Scouting), Farhan Lalji (TSN & Farhan and Moj Podcast)
August 05, 2021 01:30 - 2 hours - 116 MBBig day at the Olympics for Canada and we talk about all of that on this episode. The Pat Down looks at the lack of faith the betting outlets have for the BC Lions this season. Former Canadian gold medal sprinter Robert Esmie follows and explains how Andre De Grasse was able to break through and win gold in the 200 metres. Craig Button follows Hashtags - the best and worst of Twitter and tells us why Canada is not at the Ivan Hlinka/Gretzky tournament this summer, why he thinks that Mar...
August 3 2021 - Sheng Peng (San Jose Hockey Now Reporter), Harman Dayal (The Athletic), Andrea Neil (Former Canadain Soccer Player)
August 04, 2021 01:30 - 2 hours - 117 MBBack from a long weekend with a big show lined up. The Pat Down looks at the allegations towards Evander Kane and how the NHL, despite stating they're looking into the allegations, picks and chooses which serious allegation it actually investigates into. Sheng Peng from San Jose Hockey Now tells us what the latest is on the Kane situation and what his status is with the Sharks and the NHL. Harman Dayal follows Hashtags - the best and worst of Twitter, and tells us what is holding up the...
July 30 2021 - Paul Dolan (Whitecaps FC Colour Analyst), Rick Dhaliwal (Co-Host Donnie & Dhali), Ian Furness (KJR Sports Talk Seattle)
July 31, 2021 01:30 - 2 hours - 116 MBLast show before the long weekend hits with Jeff Paterson subbing for a vacationing Sekeres. The Pat Down focuses on the Elias Pettersson and Quinn Hughes contract extensions that two days away from August still haven’t been signed. Vancouver Whitecaps FC television colour analyst Paul Dolan follows and breaks down what went wrong for Canada’s men’s national team versus Mexico in the Gold Cup semis, why the Mexican supporters need to be disciplined, and tells us that the Ryan Gauld transa...
July 29 2021 - Kevin Woodley (In-Goal Magazine), Thomas Drance (The Athletic), Jeff Paterson (Canucks Reporter)
July 30, 2021 01:45 - 2 hours - 118 MBBig show lined up with so much happening in the NHL, NBA and MLB. The Welcome Matt draws comparisons between the moves the Canucks have made this offseason to those that their division rivals to the North the Edmonton Oilers. Kevin Woodley from In-Goal magazine joins next and gives his thoughts on the Canucks signing Jaroslav Halak, why he feels that next season is going to be more taxing on goaltenders, why he doesn’t think that Halak would be interested in being involved in a backup tand...
July 28 2021 - David Pagnotta (The Fourth Period), Craig J Button (TSN), Jeff Paterson (Canucks Reporter)
July 29, 2021 01:30 - 2 hours - 117 MBBack in the blanket fort on free agent frenzy day and we got so much to get to! The Welcome Matt looks at the Tucker Poolman four year contract with the Canucks and why it has the same smell as Jim Benning free agency mistakes of the past. NHL insider David Pagnotta from the Fourth Period tells us that he was blown away by how much money and term was handed out during the opening of free agency in the NHL, why Vegas Golden Knights players are still baffled by the Marc Andre Fleury trade,...
July 27 2021 - Frank Seravalli (DailyFaceoff.com), Harman Dayal (The Athletic), Jeff Paterson (Canucks Reporter)
July 28, 2021 01:30 - 2 hours - 117 MBLive from the village at Park Royal mall in West Vancouver with loads of goods to giveaway! The Welcome Matt wonders why Jim Benning continues to spend his cap money recklessly. NHL insider Frank Seravalli follows and tells us that the Canucks have their sights set on signing backup goalie Jaroslav Halak, how it’s been all quiet on the offer sheet front, why he likes the Conor Garland contract with the Canucks, and gives the latest on Jack Eichel trade situation. Harman Dayal follows Ha...
July 26 2021 - Connor Lockhart (Vancouver Canucks), John Shannon (NHL Insider, Former Executive Producer of Hockey Night in Canada), Jeff Paterson (Canucks Reporter)
July 27, 2021 01:30 - 2 hours - 119 MBBack for a big week of shows after a very entertaining weekend in the NHL. The Welcome Matt looks at the Oliver Ekman-Larsson acquisition by the Canucks, and how Sekeres feels that OEL will have a bounce back season joining an energized Vancouver market. Canucks sixth round draft pick Connor Lockhart follows and tells us that he’s not concerned about where he got drafted, feels that he is taking the steps to improve his game on and off the ice, and why he feels that despite his small statu...
July 23 2021 - Rick Dhaliwal (Donnie & Dhali), Jeff Paterson (Canucks Reporter), NHL Draft
July 24, 2021 04:25 - 5 hours - 227 MBIt’s NHL Entry Draft day and we got you covered! The Welcome Matt dives into the merry-go-round of the Canucks front office decisions, after Jim Benning made a trade to bring in Oliver Ekman-Larsson and Conor Garland from Arizona. Our Friday Canucks insider Rick Dhaliwal follows and gives updates on Nate Schmidt, Braden Holtby, Brandon Sutter and Jayce Hawryluk, unpacks the big trade with the Coyotes, wonders how Jim Benning is going to juggle all the contracts moving forward, and gives a...
July 22 2021 - Cam Robinson (Elite Prospects), Thomas Drance (The Athletic), Jeff Paterson (Canucks Reporter)
July 23, 2021 01:30 - 2 hours - 118 MBThe day after the expansion draft and the boys wonder what exactly Ron Francis’ strategy was, as the Kraken general manager didn’t pull off any trades going into the draft. The Welcome Matt focuses on the Jim Benning presser from earlier today, where the Canucks GM revealed that negotiations with Elias Pettersson are ongoing, that they’re looking at acquiring size and toughness through free agency and what the approach will be when drafting the 9th overall pick in Friday’s NHL Entry Draft. ...
July 21 2021 - Kevin Woodley (NHL/In-Goal Magazine), Jeff Paterson (Canucks Reporter), Craig J Button (TSN), Seattle Kraken Expansion Draft
July 22, 2021 01:30 - 2 hours - 119 MBIt is expansion draft day with little to no surprises. The Welcome Matt looks at how the news of the day was leaked, as hours before what was supposed to be the big reveal the Kraken’s expansion list was leaked by the likes of Frank Seravalli and others. Kevin Woodley from In-Goal Magazine follows and tells us how he thought that Carey Price was going to get picked by the Kraken, explains why he thinks it was a bad move that the Kraken didn’t select Price, wonders if there is something b...
July 20 2021 - Geoff Baker (Seattle Times), Harman Dayal (The Athletic), Jeff Paterson (Canucks Reporter)
July 21, 2021 01:30 - 2 hours - 116 MBWe’re one day away from the expansion draft and just three days away from the NHL Draft, so the boys address some silly trade speculation off the top of the show that has been making the rounds on social media The Welcome Matt looks at the Seattle Kraken’s options in the expansion draft, speculating that Ron Francis will have plenty of opportunities to make very good deals for the first year franchise. Geoff Baker from the Seattle Times follows and tells us if the Kraken were to take Carey...
July 19 2021 - Mike Heika (Dallas Stars.com Reporter), John Shannon (NHL Insider/Bob McCown Podcast), Jeff Paterson (Canucks Reporter)
July 20, 2021 01:30 - 2 hours - 116 MBBack in the blanket fort for another week of shows and we got a lot to cover in what will be a busy week around the NHL. The Welcome Matt focuses on the work that Jim Benning did over the weekend acquiring Jason Dickinson from the Dallas Stars. Mike Heika from Dallas Stars .com follows and tells us how much Dickinson was loved in the Dallas organization, why he won’t get pushed around by the opposition, tells us that Ben Bishop’s health makes him a risky pickup for the Seattle Kraken, and...
July 16 2021 - Cam Robinson (Elite Prospects), Rick Dhaliwal, Jeff Paterson (Canucks Reporter)
July 17, 2021 01:30 - 2 hours - 117 MBBig show with some breaking news right off the top. The Welcome Matt looks at the list of suspected forwards that could be available for the expansion draft and why Jim Benning should take advantage of these potential exposed players when looking to improve his own roster. Our NHL Entry Draft analyst Cam Robinson from Elite Prospects joins next to give us a draft primer. Our Friday Canucks insider Rick Dhaliwal follows Hashtags - the best and worst of Twitter, and tells us that Alex Edler...
July 15 2021 - Ian Furness (KJR Sports Radio Seattle), Thomas Drance (The Athletic), Jeff Paterson (Canucks Reporter)
July 16, 2021 04:13 - 2 hours - 117 MBThe NHL rumour mill is heating up, we’ll address the latest Canucks rumours and more on this episode. The Welcome Matt takes a look at the Brock Boeser trade rumours that have once again resurfaced this offseason. Ian Furness from KJR Sports Radio in Seattle follows and tells us how tight Kraken GM Ron Francis is holding his cards to his chest, why the focus will be on younger players for the Kraken, how the Kraken have separated themselves on the business end differently from the Seahawk...
July 14 2021 - Guests: Tom Mayenknecht (Sports Market), Craig J Button (TSN), Marc Kestecher (ESPN Radio for the NBA), Jeff Paterson (Canucks Reporter)
July 15, 2021 01:31 - 2 hours - 118 MBAfter three weeks in hospital Matt is back! The Welcome Matt explains why he was held up in hospital for so long. ESPN radio NBA play-by-play announcer Marc Kestecher follows and breaks down the NBA Finals through the first three games. Craig Button follows Hashtags - the best and worst of Twitter and tells us about his latest Craig’s List, details why Russian prospect Fedor Svechkov has climbed up the rankings and why Port Moody native Kent Johnson has fallen down, plus gives his take ...
July 13 2021
July 14, 2021 01:30 - 2 hours - 116 MBAll-Star night in the majors, so we’ve got an all-star show for you! The Pat Down breaks down the amount of dough Zach Parise and Ryan Suter will put in their pockets, after the Minnesota Wild bought out both of their former stars on Tuesday. Kevin Allen from Hockey Buzz follows and explains how he could see Suter heading to a contending team, despite his lack of production this year, he could still see a team taking a chance on Parise as a secondary scoring option, expands on the career...
July 12 2021
July 13, 2021 01:41 - 2 hours - 118 MBBack from the weekend with a very special announcement to kick off the show. The Pat Down reveals J-Pat’s next step with his career. Manuel Veth from Transfer Markt follows the Pat Down and tells us how penalty kicks in soccer have a unique science, questions the choices Gareth Southgate made for his penalty kick shooters, what he thinks went wrong outside of Wembley Stadium, why this is a very important season for Alphonso Davies, what he’s hearing about the Whitecaps designated players...
July 9 2021
July 10, 2021 01:40 - 2 hours - 117 MBLast show of the week and we go out with a bang! The Pat Down gives kudos to the new kids on the NHL block, the Seattle Kraken, praising how they’ve handled business so far. Our Friday Canucks insider Rick Dhaliwal follows Hashtags - the best and worst of Twitter, and tells us that he doesn’t think the Canucks will be quick to buyout a player until they’ve exhausted every other avenue, whether or not the Kraken would be interested in Braden Holtby, tells us that there is nothing to the Ca...
July 8 2021
July 09, 2021 01:32 - 2 hours - 117 MBThe day after the Stanley Cup gets awarded and we’ve got a jam packed show. The Pat Down takes a look at how stacked the Tampa Bay Lightning are now and moving forward. Lightning Insider Erik Erlendsson follows and tells us how the Bolts were able to win back-to-back Stanley Cup championships, how they’re going to handle the salary cap this offseason, and who might shakeout from the Bolts’ roster. Canucks insider Thomas Drance follows Hashtags - the best and worst of Twitter, and expla...
July 7 2021
July 08, 2021 01:30 - 2 hours - 116 MBBig day in the world of sports with so much to unpack. The Pat Down wonders if we’re witnessing the demise of Roger Federer’s spectacular career, after the 20-time Grand Slam winner bowed out in the quarter-finals at Wimbledon today. Tennis insider John Horn follows and talks about how Denis Shapovalov’s game has taken a step forward, why Felix Auger Aliassime struggles when he goes deep in tournaments, and whether or not he feels that Federer is nearing the end. Craig Button follows an...
July 6 2021
July 07, 2021 01:36 - 2 hours - 115 MBBig show on tap with so much happening in the world of sports. The Pat Down looks at the long odds the Montreal Canadiens are facing trying to claw back into the Stanley Cup final. Former NHL player and current Tampa Bay Lightning scout Jeff Tambellini follows and gives the scouting report on Port Moody product Kent Johnson, who is projected to go top-10 in the upcoming NHL Entry Draft. Harman Dayal joins after Hashtags - the best and worst of Twitter, and tells us about some under-the-...
July 5 2021
July 06, 2021 01:40 - 2 hours - 115 MBBack from an extended long weekend and we’ve got so much to get to! The Pat Down takes a look at the top candidates for the Conn Smythe trophy. Whitecaps FC colour analyst Paul Dolan follows and tells us who he thinks will be in the Euro 2020 final, why the ‘Caps continue to find themselves under the gun late in matches, why he thinks the ‘Caps are close to breaking through, and gives his insight on Canada’s squad at the upcoming Gold Cup. John Shannon follows Hashtags - the best and w...
June 30 2021
July 01, 2021 01:35 - 2 hours - 116 MBLast show of the week and we got a special one for you. The Pat Down focuses on the Jonathan Toews news, as the Blackhawks captain revealed what has kept him out of the league this year. J Pat asks if the 82 game season is too taxing on the players, and floats the idea that maybe it is time to shorten the schedule. Former Canadian men’s basketball team member Al Kristmanson follows and gives us his insight on Canada’s win over Greece in game one of the FIBA Olympic qualifying, tells us how...
June 29 2021
June 30, 2021 01:30 - 2 hours - 116 MBThings are cooling down slightly around the city of Vancouver, but this show is still scorching hot! The Pat Down takes a glance at the new 8-year deal that Ryan Nugent-Hopkins signed with the Oilers, wondering if that deal will be a comparable for Bo Horvat’s next contract. Soccer insider Kristian Jack follows and tells us that the Canadian Premier League will have fans in Winnipeg on opening week, gives his insight on the England win over Germany at Euro, why he believes that Denmark co...
June 28 2021
June 29, 2021 01:35 - 2 hours - 118 MBWe’re back from a fun weekend of golf courtesy of our friends at the Whistler Golf Club with so much to unpack! The Pat Down focuses on Elias Pettersson contract extension, how the Canucks would be best served to get the deal done before an offer sheet could be offered by another team. Montreal native and TSN/Sports Illustrated contributor Michael Farber follows and tells us how the Canadiens have been able to prove all the doubters wrong and why the Canada Stanley Cup drought is extremel...
June 25 2021
June 26, 2021 01:30 - 2 hours - 117 MBHeading into a scorching hot weekend with a sizzler of a show. The boys unpack the wild night in Montreal, after the Habs topped the Golden Knights last night to advance to the Stanley Cup final. The Pat Down looks at Vegas’ offseason and wonders what changes will be made with a roster that has fallen twice in back-to-back years in the semi-finals. Frank Seravalli follows and tells us about his new gig with Daily Faceoff, why the Seattle Kraken went with Dave Hakstol as the teams first he...
June 24 2021
June 25, 2021 01:37 - 2 hours - 115 MBAnother scorching hot day in Vancouver, and another sizzling show from us. Jeff Paterson is sitting in for Matt Sekeres again on this episode and fills in for the Welcome Matt with the Pat Down, where J Pat takes a glance at the interesting hiring of Dave Hakstol as the Seattle Kraken’s first ever head coach. JT the Brick from Mad Dog Sports Radio in Las Vegas joins afterwards and says that if the Golden Knights win tonight, they’ll win the series in seven games. Thomas Drance follows Ha...
June 23 2021
June 24, 2021 01:30 - 2 hours - 118 MBBig day in Vancouver with the Sedin twins and Jim Benning speaking to the media the day after the club announced that Daniel and Henrik would be joining the front office. We hear from the twins and Benning in the first hour of the show, where Danny and Hank explain why they’re heading into management and what their roles will be. Craig Button follows Hashtags - the best & worst of Twitter, and he talks about the Sedin hire by the Canucks, telling us that he feels that Daniel and Henrik wil...
June 22 2021
June 23, 2021 01:30 - 2 hours - 116 MBBig show, with BIG breaking news, as moments before the show started the Vancouver Canucks announced that the Sedin twins are joining the front office as special advisors to the general manager. The Welcome Matt focuses on just that, questioning just what their role will entail, and whether this is just another attempt at improving the organization’s poor public image. Arizona Coyotes insider Craig Morgan follows to explain what’s happening with Oliver Ekman-Larsson and the Yotes, stating...
June 21 2021
June 22, 2021 01:30 - 2 hours - 114 MBBack for another week of shows and this one is jam packed. The Welcome Matt takes a look at the officiating in the Stanley Cup playoffs, wondering if the officials can redeem themselves after some poor officiating thus far throughout the postseason. Mark Zecchino from PGA Tour radio follows and breaks down what was a wild Sunday in the final round of the US Open at Torrey Pines. John Shannon follows Hashtags - the best and worst of Twitter, and gives us the 411 on the two proposed sched...
June 18 2021
June 19, 2021 01:30 - 2 hours - 116 MBLast show of the week and it is a jam packed episode. The Welcome Matt takes a shot at the Milan Lucic troll video that was posted in front of Rogers Arena. Lucic crushing two beers while praising his ex-Boston Bruins teammates on the 10 year anniversary of winning the Stanley Cup in his hometown. LQBTQ+ advocate and former professional goaltender Brock McGillis joins next to talk about his experience being a gay man growing up playing junior and professional hockey. McGillis opens up abo...
June 17 2021
June 18, 2021 01:30 - 2 hours - 116 MBAnother big show with the sports world bubbling right now! The Welcome Matt take a look at the most prestigious title in pro sports, suggesting that being a goaltender for the storied Montreal Canadiens is one of the highest honours. Former PGA tour pro Richard “Dick” Zokol follows and gives his opinion on the Brooks vs Bryson feud, stating that he doesn’t like Koepka’s antics off the course, but loves his game on the course. Dick feels that come Sunday it will be the usual suspects atop ...
June 16 2021
June 17, 2021 01:30 - 2 hours - 116 MBBig show on a gorgeous day in the city of Vancouver. The Welcome Matt pays tribute to those that helped clean up the city the day after the Canucks lost in the Stanley Cup final back in 2011, and rioters destroyed a big portion of Vancouver’s downtown core. Former Canucks president and general manager Mike Gillis follows and gives details on what his night was like when the Canucks lost in game 7 of the 2011 cup final. Gillis explains how the team went about helping the police deal with ri...
June 15 2021
June 16, 2021 01:30 - 2 hours - 115 MBWe’re back in the blanket fort and we got another big show with loads of big giveaways for Father’s Day. The Welcome Matt takes a look at the offseason that is ahead for the Canucks, comparing it to the summer of 2011 when the team had some of its top free agents to lock up, just as they do this summer with Elias Pettersson and Quinn Hughes. Nathalie Rees follows with some great prizes that you, the podcast listener, can win. Text (778) 402-9680 to enter. Harman Dayal joins after Hashtags...
Canucks Alumni Show - June 14 2021
June 15, 2021 01:30 - 2 hours - 117 MBBig show to kickoff the week, and we’re doing it live from the Canucks Alumni charity golf tournament. Special edition of the Welcome Matt where Sekeres sits down with former Canucks owner Arthur Griffiths. They go over the ’94 cup run and talk about the modern day team, including some discussion on the AHL affiliate heading to Abbotsford. Canucks assistant general manager Chris Gear follows and tells us what the plan is for the team heading into the offseason including the expansion draft...
June 11 2021
June 12, 2021 01:30 - 2 hours - 116 MBLast show of the week, and Matt rehashes an old rant. The Welcome Matt puts a bullseye on the back of the Vegas Golden Knights, who find themselves once again in a Stanley Cup semi-final. Matt is back on his ABV mantra, anyone But Vegas! Shane Hnidy from the Golden Knights broadcast team joins next and tells us how VGK were able to bring themselves back to the semi-final. Our Friday Canucks insider Rick Dhaliwal follows and says that Travis Green raved about Alex Edler on Donnie & Dhal...
June 10 2021
June 11, 2021 01:30 - 2 hours - 115 MBBig show, with a big guest list! The Welcome Matt looks at the Canucks additions to the coaching staff and how after a season that had its challenges, the pressure is still on Travis Green to turn the team around. Canucks goaltending coach Ian Clark follows and explains how excited he is to be back working with the organization and with Thatcher Demko who he has been working with since the young goalie joined the franchise, how he feels about being a fan favourite in the market, his philos...
June 9 2021
June 10, 2021 01:30 - 2 hours - 116 MBBig news in Canuck land and we unpack all of it on this episode. The Welcome Matt takes a glance at the coaching moves made by the Canucks, giving the team credit for being proactive. Former Canuck defenceman Troy Stecher follows and explains how things came together with Team Canada, the experience of playing for Gerard Gallant, how things are working out with the Red Wings, and whether he’s stressed about going into next season with just one year left on his current contract. Craig Bu...
June 8 2021
June 09, 2021 01:30 - 2 hours - 112 MBThe day after the Montreal Canadiens advance to the conference final and of course it was Tyler Toffoli who sent the Habs to the final four. The Welcome Matt asks Canucks fans what they’re fixating on during these Stanley Cup playoffs, after former Canuck forward Tyler Toffoli scored the overtime winner to send the Habs to the conference finals. Tony Marinaro from TSN 690 in Montreal follows and explains how the Habs have come together over a season that was full of ups and downs, what To...
June 7 2021
June 08, 2021 01:30 - 2 hours - 115 MBBack for another week of shows and we kick things off with a few suggestions for beers branded under the Sekeres & Price brand. The Welcome Matt gives praise to former Canucks defenceman Troy Stecher, who was a pivotal piece for Canada taking the gold medal at the IIHF World Hockey Championship. Our old friend Dave Tomlinson follows and gives his insight on Canada’s incredible bounce back at the Worlds. DT expands on the play of tournament MVP Andrew Mangiapane and Stecher’s tourney, sugg...