Sat and Alex bring you a special Canucks Pod from isolation. They talk about what comes next for the league and how anything might be on the table for finishing the season and/or the playoffs. Plus, the guys break down how the effects of this pandemic can bleed into next season in a number of different ways. Auldy also brings the player perspective and the challenges of staying in isolation when you should be gearing up for the toughest time of the year.

They also look back at a couple of the biggest storylines for the Canucks this season and discuss how you can evaluate what the team did this year. They wrap up the show by talking about the college signings the Canucks just made and what to expect from each player.

Sat and Alex discuss the Canucks’ latest slump and if they’re watching their playoff hopes slip away as they keep dropping points. They break down how the Canucks have trouble breaking down tight defensive coverage and how there may need to be a change in the messaging from the coach.

They also look at how the play at this time of year picks up and how much it can affect a young team. Plus, Sat and Alex give their opinions on the debate of where Loui Eriksson and Jake Virtanen fit in. As well as where Brock Boeser fits once he’s healthy.

The guys wrap up by answering your questions in #AskAlexAnything!

Sat and Alex talk about the latest bout of the injury bug hitting the Canucks’ blue line. With that, the guys breakdown how important Quinn Hughes and his mentality has been to the team. They also look at Tyler Myers and how despite popular opinion, he has been very valuable to the backend.

They also look at Thatcher Demko’s performance in net and discuss how different everything is as a starting goalie. Alex breaks down some of what might be going on for Demko, and how it’s attainable for him to be better and improve as he learns to handle the added pressure.

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Sat and Alex breakdown the big news in Vancouver at the deadline, that the Canucks will be without Markstrom as he deals with an injury. They get into the injury and discuss how Thatcher Demko will adapt to a starter’s role for the foreseeable future. The guys talk about the move to acquire Louis Domingue over a more experienced back-up. Plus, how the team will need to solidify its play in order to help Demko take control in the crease.

They also look at the moves the rest of the Pacific Division made and how the stretch drive stacks up as the playoff race shifts into high gear.

Sat and Alex break down the Canucks move to acquire Tyler Toffoli and the message that it sends to the team. They look at some growth from management and how they’ve hopefully learned from past mistakes. They also discuss what the move means for the rest of the trade deadline. The guys look at the recent stretch of games and how the group in the locker room is pushing each other.

It’s also the return of Ask Alex Anything as the guys answer your questions that flooded in! Taking questions on improving the defense, more of the deadline, and the Department of Player Safety.

Sat and Alex pay tribute to the Sedin’s by exploring the different areas of what makes them so worthy of the honour of having their jerseys retired. They open up the show by looking back at the ceremony and how perfect it was with the Sedin’s doing their best to help others during their time.

They talk to Canucks assistant coach Manny Malhotra about his experience playing against, playing with, and then coaching Henrik and Daniel.

They go back to the beginning of their NHL careers and hear from the Sedins’ first coach, Marc Crawford and the GM who made it all happen, Brian Burke.

Next they shift gears and talk with Debbie Butt of Canuck Place. She tells some heartwarming stories to illustrate why everyone says Henrik and Daniel are such good people as well as players.

Finally, they end it on a lighter note, speaking with former teammate Wade Brookbank. Wade tells us how in one week, the Twins helped him score his first two NHL goals and also the one time he saw Daniel get rattled.

Alex Auld is joined by Bik Nizzar as Sat is away sick. They talk about the Canucks loss in Boston and the comments JT Miller had. They also talk about the importance of every point for playoff teams and how a back-up goalie can help that.

They’re joined by 16 year NHL defenseman Eric Brewer as he is part of this year’s BC Hockey Hall of Fame Class. The guys talk about his start, going from Ashcroft, BC to the New York Islanders in 5 years. They also talk about the experience of playing with the 2002 Canadian Olympic Team and his life now as a part owner of the Prince George Cougars.

Satiar Shah and Alex Auld start another edition of the Canucks Pod talking about the success the team has had so far in 2020. They discuss the buy-in Travis Green has from the team and how that has solidified the identity of the group and helped them get through tough times.

They also look at Jacob Markstrom and how his play over the last year should put him in the conversation of being an elite goalie in the NHL. Alex breaks down how his athleticism and competitiveness combined with Ian Clark’s teaching has lead to his success.

They wrap the Pod by talking about Mattias Ohlund as he was named to the BC Hockey Hall of Fame. Plus, they talk about the tragic passing of Kobe Bryant and how Mamba Mentality can be applied to all walks of life.

Sat and Alex are joined by former Canucks defenseman Kevin Bieksa. They re-tell some stories from their playing days while also discussing battles a player goes through on and off the ice as the game continues to change.

Sat & Alex discuss the importance of the Canucks current road trip. They also chat about Elias Pettersson’s growth and maturity as a player and a person. Finally, they touch on Chris Gear’s promotion and the new make-up of the Canucks front office.