Locked On Canucks - Daily Podcast On The Vancouver Canucks

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In today's Locked On Canucks episode, we make the case for why Carson Carels should be the Vancouver Canucks' pick if he's available on draft day.

In a draft loaded with talented forwards, it might be tempting to chase offense—but elite, two-way defensemen are one of the hardest assets to acquire in the NHL. That's exactly why Carels deserves serious consideration.

The Prince George Cougars standout checks nearly every box. He's a smooth skater, an elite puck mover, a physical presence, and a player who can impact the game in every situation. After exploding for 73 points in 58 WHL games, Carels has cemented himself as one of the top defensemen in the 2026 NHL Draft class. Scouts believe he projects as a minute-munching defender who can quarterback a power play, kill penalties, and play against the opposition's best players.

For Vancouver, the fit is obvious.

The Canucks need another cornerstone on the blue line—someone who can grow into a top-pair role for the next decade. Pairing Carels with the organization's young defensive core could give Vancouver one of the most exciting blue lines in hockey for years to come.

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✔ Why Carson Carels could be the best player available

✔ His elite skating, puck-moving ability, and offensive upside

✔ Why NHL scouts are so high on his all-around game

✔ How he fits into the Canucks' long-term rebuild

✔ Why drafting a defenseman could be the smartest move Vancouver makes

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In today's Locked On Canucks episode, we're breaking down one of the busiest weeks of the offseason as rumors continue to swirl around some of Vancouver's biggest names.

First, the noise around Elias Pettersson and the Los Angeles Kings refuses to go away. With the Kings looking to add elite skill down the middle and the Canucks continuing to explore every avenue of their rebuild, is there real fire behind the smoke? What would a Kings package even look like, and should Vancouver seriously consider moving one of its most polarizing stars?

Meanwhile, Jake DeBrusk's name continues to surface in Montreal speculation. The Canadiens are looking to accelerate their rise, and DeBrusk could be the type of experienced winger who fits their timeline. If Montreal comes calling, would Vancouver be willing to move him before the season begins?

We'll also discuss the latest reports suggesting that Filip Hronek is no longer expected to be traded. Despite months of speculation, it appears the Canucks may view Hronek as a key piece of their future, giving Vancouver a veteran presence on the blue line as the organization transitions into a new era.

And of course, with the NHL Draft finally here, we're talking about the possibility that the Canucks have something unexpected up their sleeve. Could they move up? Move down? Trade a veteran? Or make a selection that nobody sees coming?

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It's been a wild week leading up to the NHL Draft, but so far, the Vancouver Canucks remain quiet.

How much longer will that be the case?

Because, teams who've previously been interested in Canucks players are starting to make moves.

On the latest episode of Locked On Canucks, Beggsy and Bhawan talk about the Canucks Stenberg odds taking a massive hit, how Filip Hronek could still be a Sharks target, one reporter tying Elias Pettersson to Montreal, the odds of Jake DeBrusk going to Ottawa Senators, and more.

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In today's Locked On Canucks episode, we break down the blockbuster Brady Tkachuk-to-Florida trade and why it feels eerily familiar to what happened when the Canucks traded Quinn Hughes to Minnesota.

Different players. Different circumstances. Same underlying lesson.

Elite American stars continue finding their way from Canadian markets to U.S.-based destinations, and it's becoming a trend that NHL front offices can no longer ignore. Matthew Tkachuk ended up in Florida. Brady Tkachuk is now in Florida. Quinn Hughes landed in Minnesota. Whether it's family, lifestyle, market pressure, or simply preference, the pattern is becoming impossible to overlook.

That's why the upcoming NHL Draft creates an uncomfortable conversation for Vancouver.

Enter Chase Reid.

Many scouts believe Reid could be among the best players available when the Canucks step to the podium this Friday. The talent is undeniable. The upside is enormous. But after watching what happened with Quinn Hughes and seeing another Tkachuk brother force his way to a U.S. contender, should the Canucks be thinking differently when it comes to drafting elite American talent?

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✔ Breaking down the Brady Tkachuk trade to Florida

✔ Why the trade feels similar to the Quinn Hughes situation

✔ The growing trend of American stars leaving Canadian markets

✔ Should Vancouver be concerned about drafting Chase Reid?

✔ Best player available vs long-term organizational risk

✔ How NHL teams should think about asset management in 2026

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This isn't really about Brady Tkachuk. It's not really about Quinn Hughes either.

It's about whether NHL teams in Canadian markets need to start asking tougher questions when they're investing franchise-defining assets into players who may ultimately envision their future somewhere else.

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The Brock Boeser fan club might not like this one.

On the latest episode of Locked On Canucks, Beggsy and Bhawan dive into the latest Rick Dhaliwal report about the St. Louis Blues being interested in Pettersson. Is there actually a potential fit?

The boys also touch on Boeser's trade value, and teams that may want to acquire the winger this summer.

Beggsy also dives into some high-risk, high-reward prospects for the Canucks to target in the late-first, early-second round.

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It's a new day in Vancouver. 

Under the old Vancouver Canucks, Patrik Allvin and Jim Rutherford weren't willing to retain salary on Elias Pettersson's contract. 

But, the new management team? Doesn't seem to be an issue for them. 

On the latest episode of Locked On Canucks, Beggsy dives into the latest report about the Canucks, Pettersson, Boeser, and the full teardown being on the horizon. He also looks at teams that actually need centres, and whether the Canucks should see if he can play under Manny Malhotra first.

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The Vancouver Canucks may have foolishly passed on Logan Stankoven in the 2021 NHL Draft, but it's all good. 

Because, one young Canucks player believes Stankoven is a player he could be similar to. 

On the latest episode of Locked On Canucks, Beggsy touches on a top Canucks prospect comparing himself to Stankoven, and whether that's fact or fiction. He also touches on the Elias Pettersson trade rumours, shout-outs for two Abbotsford legends, and how one scout has Caleb Malhotra as the best prospect available in the 2026 NHL Draft. 

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The Vancouver Canucks have money to spend in free agency. But, will they actually target some free agents with pizzazz? 

On the latest episode of Locked On Canucks, Beggsy touches on a couple of reclamation projects for the Canucks to consider in free agency, including Patrik Laine. 

Can the Canucks convince him to sign? Is that the right decision? 

Beggsy also touches on his 10 greatest Canucks of all-time...time to get angry. He also touches on other top moments during the Beggsy & Bhawan Locked On Canucks tenure. 

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