The VANcast with Dayal and Lalji: A show about the Vancouver Canucks

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The VANcast with Dayal and Lalji: A show about the Vancouver Canucks episodes

January 19, 2021 Canucks flame out in Calgary, special teams struggling, the Alien looks human and here come the Habs
On this episode, JPat and Drancer review the Canucks back to back losses in Calgary. They look at the issues facing both the power play and the penalty kill. And they try to make sense of Elias Pettersson's slow start to the season. They also gauge the reaction to the market after three straight losses and look ahead to three straight against the Montreal Canadiens.
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49 min
January 15, 2021 Canucks split in Edmonton, McDavid magic, Hoglander debuts, slow start for Pettersson and power play
JPat and Drancer review the Canucks first two games of the new NHL season. There was plenty to like in the opener and some familiar concerns in the rematch. The guys drill down on some of the notable individual performances -- who stood out and who needs to step up. And listen to the end for news about the return of The Botchford Project.
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34 min
January 13, 2021 It's Opening Night for the Canucks
JPat and Drancer welcome John Shorthouse and John Garrett to the VANcast. Shorty and Cheech share their favourite road arenas, places to eat on the road, and the challenges of calling road games off monitors this season.
Plus, JPat and Drancer discuss the loss of J.T. Miller and Jordie Benn, due to Covid-19, and what it means for players like Jake Virtanen and Zack Macewen. JPat and Drancer also highlight the official signing of Travis Hamonic, and how the Canucks need to get at least 4 points in their first four road games to start this season. Let's Go!!
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51 min
January 11, 2021 Eriksson on waivers, Holtby settling in, Canucks set to open the season & goal-scoring predictions
JPat and Drancer examine a busy weekend for the Vancouver Canucks as the team held its final scrimmage of training camp. It also had to deal with COVID on Sunday. And the guys look at the decision to put Loui Eriksson on waivers. What does it mean and what's next for the veteran winger? Also, JPat and Drancer predict this season's goal totals for the Canucks.
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54 min
January 07, 2021 Hoglander turns heads, Juolevi looks ready at Canucks camp
JPat and Drancer review the first three days of Canucks training camp. They weigh in with their thoughts on Nils Hoglander, Olli Juolevi and Marc Michaelis. They also examine the battles for jobs in the bottom six forward group. The guys update Michael Ferland's roster situation and look at possibilities exist for the Canucks to load up on offense this season
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57 min
January 03, 2021 Canucks training camp opens for business
The first VANcast with JPat and Drancer for 2021 discusses the Canucks first day of training camp, the team offering unrestricted free agent Travis Hamonic a professional tryout offer and Jim Benning and Travis Green's zoom call with the media today. The boys look at what the addition of Hamonic means to the young Canucks defenders who are battling for a slot on the roster. Plus JPat and Drancer discuss players on the bubble, and Benning and Green addressing Green's contract status with Vancouver.
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41 min
December 29, 2020 Gearing up for Canucks training camp, moves happening around the NHL but not in Vancouver & a look back at 2020
In the final VANcast of the year, JPat and Drancer look forward to Canucks training camp. The guys discuss the additions of Jason King and Chris Higgins to Travis Green's coaching staff. They also look at moves around the NHL over the past few days. as rosters begin to take shape. The guys finish up with a look back at 2020 and some of their favourite Canucks and media moments of this bizarre year.
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49 min
December 23, 2020 Canucks ready for return to play, but questions remain on taxi squad
JPat and Drancer dive into the NHL's return to play plan and discuss a number of areas that impact the Canucks. They examine the idea of a taxi squad, who might be on it and how that could impact player development. The guys also address the importance of a quick start to the 56-game season. Plus, Drancer gushes over getting a new puppy.
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42 min
December 15, 2020 Travis Talk
On this episode of the VANcast, JPat and Drancer discuss the futures of Travis Green and Travis Hamonic. The guys get into the reasons why the Canucks head coach has yet to hammer out a contract extension. They also drill down on how the Canucks can afford to sign a veteran defenseman to bolster their blueline. Plus they look at Nils Hoglander having an edge on the competition at training camp after playing competitive games in Sweden this season.
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33 min
December 10, 2020 Survey Says
On this episode, JPat gets Drancer to answer a number of questions from the TSN 1040 Hockey Fan Survey. They guys discuss how soon the Canucks could challenge for a Stanley Cup, and where Elias Pettersson will top out as a point producer . The pod then takes a turn as the guys examine the Pavel Datsyuk comparison for Pettersson. They talk about the rivalry with Seattle, the Canucks participation in another NHL showcase game and they debate the best route for a Stanley Cup parade.
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51 min

About The VANcast with Dayal and Lalji: A show about the Vancouver Canucks

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The Athletic's Harman Dayal follows the Vancouver Canucks around North America for the entirety of their season, he's joined on the VANcast by TSN reporter Farhan Laji. The duo brings you interviews,…