Dan and Randip speak exclusively with Canucks GM Jim Benning on the team’s preparations to get back in action, and the ongoing discussions with head scout Judd Brackett. Plus former Canucks defenceman Shane O’Brien makes his weekly Wednesday appearance to talk Bettman’s announcement, Sportsnet Canucks reporter Iain MacIntyre weighs in on the league’s return to play plan, and Arizona Coyotes legend Shane Doan answers 5 Quarantine Questions.

Dan and Randip break down the NHL’s Return To Play plan memo. The Athletic MLB senior writer Andy McCollough talks the MLB’s plans to return, former NHLer and one-time All-Star MVP John Scott answers the 5 Quarantine Questions, and Sportsnet NHL insider Chris Johnston makes his weekly appearance to talk hockey’s latest breaking news.

Dan and Randip delve into the 24 team playoff proposal in

the NHL with Jeff Marek, David Pagnotta, and Brendan Batchelor. Also on the

show, Dan has a pizza quandary that needs answering.

Dan and Randip break down the NHL’s proposed 24-team playoff format. Darryl Sydor is latest guest for a Cup Conversation on his memories of capturing Lord Stanley’s mug with the Dallas Stars and Tampa Bay Lightning. Author Mark Vancil, who co-wrote Michael Jordan’s book Driven From Within continues The Last Dance discussion with his memories of MJ. And LA FC defender (and former Whitecap) Jordan Harvey answers the 5 Quarantine Questions.

Dan and Randip talk Matt Duchene’s comments about not wanting to come back for a tainted playoffs to crown a “COVID Cup”, plus they review this week’s The Last Dance inspired Reach Deep Movie Night movie, 1996’s Michael Jordan / Looney Toons crossover basketball comedy Space Jam. Guests: Phil Pritchard, the NHL’s Keeper of the Cup; Shane O’Brien, former Canucks defenceman; BJ Armstrong, three-time NBA Champion with the Chicago Bulls.

Dan and Randip fire back at The Program after Friday’s war of words. And speaking of wars of words, Dan goes knives out on The Last Dance and its portrayal of Michael Jordan. Guests: Former Canucks coach Marc Crawford joins the show for a Cup Conversation on his time behind the bench with the Avalanche, former Vancouver Grizzlies guard Darrick Martin gives his thoughts on The Last Dance, it’s another Taco Tuesday with former Canucks goalie Eddie Lack, and Sportsnet NHL insider Chris Johnston offers the latest on the league’s plan to return to play.

Dan and Randip get you set for a weekend full of Bundesliga action as German soccer returns tomorrow. They are joined by former Canuck Andrew Ebbett, Dave Pagnotta of The Fourth Period, and CEO of Pacific FC Rob Friend.

Dan and Randip discuss the potential of Vancouver being a hub city for the NHL and weigh out the pros and cons of that scenario playing out. They are joined by former Vancouver Canuck Jordan Schroeder, Chicago Bulls reporter Sam Smith, and former Canuck turned analyst Kevin Weekes.

Dan and Randip are joined by Canucks goaltender Thatcher Demko to answer the 5 Quarantine Questions, and break down the latest Reach Deep Movie Night film, Will Ferrell and John C. Reilly’s 2008 wry comedy Step Brothers. Guests: Shane O’Brien, former Canucks defenceman; Harman Dayal, The Athletic Vancouver writer.

Dan and Randip are joined for another Cup conversation on what it takes to be a champion by Hockey Night In Canada commentator Craig Simpson, who dishes on playing with Gretzky and Lemieux, and the way Mario was changed by playing with the best in the game at the ’87 Canada Cup. Plus ormer Canucks goalie Eddie Lack is back for another Taco Tuesday, and Hockey Night In Canada host and reporter Scott Oake answers the 5 Quarantine Questions.