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The Canucks have bought out Oliver Ekman-Larsson. Matt and Blake react to the massive news with a special insert at the top of the show. Then, we get into our regularly scheduled podcast that was recorded before the news of the day. The guys discuss the NHL's buyout window opening (recorded before the OEL buyout), the possibility of trading back in the draft with the Nashville Predators, and the continuing saga of Tanner Pearson. Other topics include Canada's victory in men's soccer over Panama and the Nations League final against the USA. B.C. Lions president Duane Vienneau stops by with all details for the celebration at Terry Fox Plaza this weekend, including an update on ticket sales. Duane talks about what inspired him and Amar Doman to turn up the promotion for home openers, as well as their efforts in the community. Rick Dhaliwal updates the medical situations of Pearson, Ethan Bear and Tucker Poolman, as well as the contractual situations of Luke Schenn, Kyle Burroughs and Noah Juulsen. Lastly, we wrap up the show debating whether or not the Canucks should bring back Ethan Bear or walk away (also recorded before the OEL buyout) in the latest edition of 'Sekeres vs. Price.'

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Matt and Blake reminisce about the 2011 Cup final on the anniversary of Game 7, and the most memorable Canucks' moments since. They also discuss the plight of Ethan Bear and how his shoulder surgery complicates his contract situation this summer and the Canucks lineup in the early part of next season, as well as the after-party in Vegas and how that city is unlike any other in the aftermath of a championship. Frank Corrado stops by and talks about being drafted by the Canucks (just days after the '11 Cup final), 2023 draft prospects Nate Danielson and Colby Barlow, who are on Vancouver's radar, and lessons to be learned from the Vegas championship. Rob Williams hits many topics including: how many ex-Canucks have won the Cup, the railing collapse at Rogers Arena, the demise of Funny AM, and news from FIFA VP Victor Montagliani about the 2026 World Cup and Vancouver's schedule of games.

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Matt and Blake discuss the Vegas Golden Knights' meteoric rise to Stanley Cup champions, including the benefit of no state income tax, the LTIR exploitation and a dominant performance against Florida in the final. Darren Dreger (Ray & Dregs Hockey Podcast) stops by and muses about a salary cap in the postseason. Other topics include: Anthony Beauvillier as a way to create cap space, the LA Kings expected to be aggressive this summer, the coaching carousel stopping, and the sale of the Ottawa Senators. Draft insider Cam Robinson of Elite Prospects stops by with his evaluations of the 5 players the Canucks took to dinner at the combine: Benson, Willander, Danielson, Barlow and Wood, as well as the right-handed defencemen (Reinbacher & Sandin-Pellikka) and the merits of trading back from #11 to #19. And we hear feedback from you, the listener in our weekly 'To The People We Go' segment!

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Matt and Blake talk NHL draft with the Canucks courting prospects at the combine, second-chance candidates on the trade market and the possibility of a blockbuster deal. The fellas also discuss Canadian NBA champions after Jamal Murray wins one with the Nuggets, and the week of parties/events ahead for the B.C. Lions. Patrick Johnston stops by and catches us up on the travels of Andrei Kuzmenko and Vasily Podkolzin, and Vancouver's Eli Saul, a pitcher for the Hillsboro Hops, joins to talk about pitching at Nat Bailey Stadium this week.

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A huge show following a busy weekend in sports. Matt and Blake talk Nick Taylor's historic victory at the Canadian Open, the Canucks in the NHL trade market, Canada Day at the UFC card, the Whitecaps getting a result against the best team in MLS and the build-up to the Lions home opener Saturday. Jeff Paterson (Rink Wide: Vancouver) stops by to talk Canucks and Taylor. Mark Zecchino is the Canadian voice of PGA Tour Radio, he talks about his iconic call of Taylor's victory and an unforgettable moment in Canadian sport. We cap off the show with a recap of UFC 289 with our producer Grady Sas who was in attendance on Saturday.

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Big show heading into a busy weekend in sports. Matt and Blake discuss the Columbus Blue Jackets' acquisition of two top-4 defencemen this week and whether that means other d-men could be available to the Canucks. They also laud the B.C. Lions for a thorough victory in the CFL season opener over Calgary. Darren Dreger (Ray & Dregs Hockey Podcast) stops by with two names to watch -- one available in trade, the other a UFA -- in the Canucks quest for a third-line centre. And local MMA journalist James Lynch joins in-studio with his thoughts on UFC 289 in Vancouver, the first card in Canada in 4 years and the first PPV here since 2014.

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Huge show after the Whitecaps win a second straight Canadian championship and with the Lions kicking off in 2023. Frank Corrado stops by to talk about how Brock Boeser can improve this summer, and identifies some prospects who should be available to the Canucks with their 11th overall pick. Rob Williams on B.C. Place and the possibility of Lionel Messi playing a match in Vancouver. And Axel Schuster, Caps' CEO and sporting director, takes a bow and previews what's to come for the Canadian champions.

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Huge day of sports news and upcoming events, and we cover it all: a big cap-clearing trade in the NHL; the Whitecaps play for a second consecutive Canadian championship; the B.C. Lions season opener-- tectonic changes in the world of professional golf; Lionel Messi coming to North America; and, of yeah, the Stanley Cup final and NBA Finals are ongoing. Rick Dhaliwal joins not on his usual day and he isn't pleased! Ryan Phillips tells us about his defence and the issue with Jonathan Kongbo in advance of the Lions opener in Calgary. Plus, To the People We Go!

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Matt and Blake discuss hitting in the NHL these days after Matthew Tkachuk's hard check on Jack Eichel in the Stanley Cup final; the 3-way deal with Philly, Columbus and L.A.; the plight of the Canucks this summer if no salary-cap increase as well as the Caps Canadians championship game and the Lions season opener. Patrick Johnston stops by to talk about Eichel potentially winning a Cup before Connor McDavid and Vasily Podkolzin's future. Ahead of UFC 289 in Vancouver, we welcome Canadian fighter Mike Malott to get his take on the event, his journey through MMA and his Welterweight fight against Adam Fugitt.

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Blake returns in time to discuss the future of Vasily Podkolzin after his draft classmate Cole Caufield signs a rich extension in Montreal. The guys, joined by JPat, also talk about the NHL salary cap unlikely to increase more than $1 million, which hurts the Canucks, as well about former Canucks coach Travis Green looking like he will once again be left on the NHL coaching sidelines with all but two top jobs filled. The Memorial Cup, the Lions season opener and final cuts (complete with some drama from a former player), and the Whitecaps draw Saturday are also discussed. Caps midfielder Julian Gressel stops by to preview Wednesday's Canadian championship at B.C. Place.

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