TSN 1040: Donnie & The Moj

Jeff Paterson discusses Elias Pettersson’s return to practice, suggesting it’s a lot more likely that Pettersson waits until Thursday in Arizona to suit up. Jeff gets the impression Michael Del Zotto will slot back in, at the expense of Troy Stecher. Jeff says this tough early-season sked is showing the Canucks how the big boys play, and what it takes to win in the NHL

Jordin Tootoo, who retired last week, discusses his time in the NHL and what's next for him

The guys recap the weekend and setup our poll question.

Guests include Paul Dolan.

Guests include Jeff Paterson and Alex Marvez.

Guests include Tony Gallagher.

Tony Gallagher suggests even the most-ardent of Canucks supporters will begin to question the rebuild if there isn’t a legitimate competitive team next year, one making at least some kind of a push for the playoffs. Tony says if Quinn Hughes hits, another high pick comes, and continued growth from Pettersson, Boeser, Horvat, being competitive next season shouldn’t be out of the question

Guests include Ben Kuzma.

Ben Kuzma of the Province Sports gives the Canucks credit for a better-than-expected start, but admits 5-on-5 scoring and defending must improve for this start to be sustained

Guests include Jeff Paterson and Barclay Parneta.