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Sat and Bik talk about the thrilling Stanley cup final matchup, how big time player movement benefits the league and Sens sparking interest in Jake DeBrusk raises the question of what Vancouver could get in return.     This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect...

Sat and Bik are joined by Ryan Hana to discuss the latest news out of Detroit including Dylan Larkin requesting a trade plus Iain MacIntyre joins to share the latest Canucks news including the next Canucks hire and the pivotal upcoming draft. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do...

Sat and Bik discuss the Canucks’ hiring of Manny Malhotra , explore who the organization’s next coaching or management addition might be, and consider what the timeline for that decision could look like. Later, they dive into how Caleb Malhotra has been ranked third overall in several draft projections and talk about the possibility of him being selected by Vancouver . This podcast is produced by...

Don Taylor joins the show. Donnie talks bear encounters, Stanley Cup Final storylines, and what's going on with the Canucks. Then, NHL prospect analyst Shane Malloy joins the show. Shane talks being at the NHL draft combine, a few guys who impressed him athletically, the sense of what the Canucks will do at third overall, and more on the NHL draft. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe an...

Sat and Bik discuss their post NHL Draft Combine takeaways. What names have the Canucks talked to? Plus, are there any 'generational' talents in this upcoming draft? Later, just how desperate of a move is Mike Babcock to the Oilers? This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necess...

Sat and Bik are joined by NHL insider Frank Seravalli. Frank talks Stanley Cup interest, Mitch Marner's playoff performance, Dylan Larkin's trade request, and is Mike Babcock to the Oilers a panic move? This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of...

Sat and Josh take your questions in this week's mailbag. That includes the ideal rebuild for the Canucks, finding a way to select the Ruck twins, and projecting a path back to the playoffs.  This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media...

Draft analysist Tony Ferrari joins the guys looking ahead to the upcoming draft. He says there is plenty of variance in this year's draft class with how each individual teams ranks the prospects that are available for selection.  This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessari...

Now that the Canucks have named their GM and Head Coach, what's next for the Canucks as they fill out their front office? Sat and Josh discuss how they need to spend their resources going forward.  This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Roger...

On an emergency off-season edition of In The Booth, Brendan Batchelor and Randip Janda react to Manny Malhotra being named the Canucks' new head coach and answer listener questions. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or...

Sat and Bik are joined by Landon Ferraro to talk about Manny Malhotra's comments, coaching styles he's experienced through his career, and the importance of having fun and feeling the passion as a young player. The guys also discuss the reported addition of Daren Hermiston to the front office. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian. The views and opinions expressed in th...

Sat and Bik are joined by new Vancouver Canucks Head Coach, Manny Malhotra, to talk about getting the job in Vancouver, his approach with players and systems, and what's led him through his career to get to this point. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect...

Sat and Bik discuss their takeaways from Manny Malhotra's introductory press conference and the feeling around the Canucks as the staff starts to come together. They also get into Dylan Larkin requesting a trade from Detroit and the future of the Red Wings. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and...

Sat and Bik debate whether topics like specific assistant coaches, revamping the management team, and much more are overrated or underrated! This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Sat and Bik are joined by Kevin Woodley of InGoal Magazine and NHL.com to talk about his takeaways from game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final, the goaltending performances, and how each team goes about defending. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position...

Sat and Bik take a look at the four players the Canucks are taking to dinners (Gavin McKenna, Ivar Stenberg, Chase Reid, Caleb Malhotra) at the combine in Buffalo and what we can take away from that. They also get into the Stanley Cup Final and if the Vegas or Carolina models of team building is replicable for the Canucks. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian. The view...

Brandon Astle joins Sat and Bik to react to Manny Malhotra becoming the Canucks head coach as he reflects on his experience with Manny Malhotra and Ryan Johnson in Abbotsford. Later they are joined by Iain MacIntyre to continue the conversation and discuss how the Canucks will take steps to refurbish the culture and what it means to be a Canuck plus how to measure success with this new regime as t...

Sat and Bik react to the Canucks officially hiring Manny Malhotra as the Canucks head coach. They discuss what this team needs to tackle first including fixing the culture and dive into the organizations interest in drafting Caleb Malhotra. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do no...

Don Taylor joins to talk about the potential for Brendan Gallagher to come to Vancouver, what the cost of acquisition should be and how he would be a fit in the organization. Later NHL prospect Ilia Morozov joins to discuss his preparation for the NHL combine, his experience playing in the NCAA and excitement of the upcoming draft. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian....

Sat and Bik explore the possibility of Brendan Gallagher joining the Vancouver Canucks next season, breaking down the acquisition cost they’d be comfortable with, the value he could bring to the organization, and how far Vancouver should go in prioritizing veteran presence. This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those...

Frank Seravalli joins Sat and Bik to give a cup final preview, how the Canes have built themselves to go deep in the post season and discuss what's next for the Canucks.   This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affili...

Sat and Bik answer your questions surrounding the Canucks hiring the 2011 squad, spending time in Montreal during their Stanley Cup run and dream cars on mailbag Friday! This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliat...

Sat and Bik discuss the busy few weeks ahead for the Canucks, dissecting the matchup between the Canes and Canadiens as they try to stave off elimination. Later they dive into the center market and look at what the Canucks pieces could be valued at.  This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests...

JP Hurlbert joins Sat and Bik to share his unique hockey path from Texas to the WHL, including the players he models his game after and what he’s learned in Kamloops. They shift into draft talk, breaking down late‑first‑round options who could fit Vancouver’s needs. The conversation closes with a look at centers who might fall into the Canucks’ range and how those scenarios could shape their strat...

Ken Boehlke joins Sat and Bik to talk about the unexpected run the Golden Knights have gone on to punch themselves tickets to the Stanley Cup Finals. they touch on the impact of William Karlsson's return and how it opened opportunities for Eichel and Marner to go off offensively and how Mitch Marner has transformed his perceptions of him from his successful performance in the playoffs. Later they...