TSN 1040: Donnie & The Moj

Guests include Jeff Paterson and Jim Benning.

Canucks GM Jim Benning points out the 2011 Canucks team as an example of a team that was built by good drafting and development, and says that's what this version of the Canucks is trying to do. Jim has confidence that Jake Virtanen will become a good pro, and discusses the futures of the Sedins and Adam Gaudette

Jeff Paterson says the Canucks have some solid prospects, but points out a glaring weakness on the backend that must be addressed if the club wants to become a legitimate Cup contender

Jim Benning's presser starts the show and the guys react.

Jim Benning and Trevor Linden discuss Benning's contract extension, suggesting the goal remains to have a competitive environment while staying patient with the development of the younger players. Benning feels the Canucks current stable of prospects is exceptional

Guests include Travis Lulay.

Guests include Jeff Paterson.

Lions quarterback Travis Lulay discusses his decision to return to the Leos, and where he's at in rehab from a knee injury

Jeff Paterson agrees that the Canucks should probably be looking to move a number of players, not just Vanek and Gudbranson, and suggests Alex Edler would be the ideal player for a contending team....but Jeff also says that won't happen, given Edler holds a NTC and has no desire to waive it

Guests include Golden State Warriors Assistant Coach Willie Green.