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The Vancouver Canucks season has gone from frustrating… to straight-up painful. We’re joined by Matt Sekeres to break down what’s gone wrong, who’s to blame, and whether there’s ANY hope left. We also dive into:🏒 The World Cup announcement (Calgary, Edmonton & Prague)🔥 Jack Hughes’ Golden Goal puck comments — and why we completely disagree🇨🇦 More Canucks chaos🏈 CFL talk and everything else from...

150 episodes are in the books, and we’re kicking off the next era of the Hughes Sports Podcast with some serious muscle. Today, we are joined by former CFL defensive tackle and BC Lions alum Jermaine Reid to pull back the curtain on life in the trenches. From being a 2nd-round draft pick out of Akron to a career that spanned four iconic franchises, Jermaine knows what it takes to survive and thriv...

The hockey gods have given us a massive 150th-episode gift: the Tyler Myers era in Vancouver is officially over. Today, we’re breaking down the breaking news of Myers heading to the Dallas Stars in exchange for a 2027 2nd-round pick and a 2029 4th-round pick. With the Canucks retaining 50% of the salary, Jake and The Old Man debate if Allvin got enough for the "Chaos Giraffe" and what this means f...

Is it time to panic, or just time to mourn? 🇨🇦🏒 We’re kicking off today’s episode of the Next Hughes Sports Podcast with the topic every Canadian is talking about: The 2026 Winter Olympics. It’s been four days since Jack Hughes’ overtime “Golden Goal” for Team USA, and we’re breaking down what went wrong for the Men’s and Women’s squads in Milano. Was leaving Crosby out of the final the right cal...

In this episode of the Hughes Sports Podcast (HSP) , Jake and “the old man” (calling in from Galveston, Texas) break down a chaotic week in sports. We dive into the 2026 Winter Olympics , debating why the figure skaters are “falling like trees” and how a two-foot change to the ice surface is changing the game for Team Canada. We also address the “ghosts” haunting Quinn Hughes , the hilarious “brid...

Welcome to Episode 147 of the Hughes Sports Podcast (HSP)! Join Jake Hughes and “the old man” as they deliver their unfiltered, “irrational fan talk” on the biggest stories in Canadian sports. In this episode, we dive deep into the Vancouver Canucks crisis. With the team struggling, we debate the “scorched earth” rebuild: Is Elias Pettersson (EP40) the right piece to build around, or is it time to...

We are live for Episode 145 as the Canucks set a new franchise record with their 11th consecutive loss. The vibes are at an all-time low, and Head Coach Adam Foote has finally seen enough—we break down his explosive post-game comments calling out the team's veteran leadership. On this episode:📉 The Historic Skid: 11 games, 0 wins in 2026, and sitting 32nd in the NHL. Is there any light at the end...

Is this officially the rock bottom for the Vancouver Canucks? On Episode 144 of the Hughes Sports Podcast, Jake and the Old Man are losing their minds over a team that has tied franchise records for the worst home start in history. We’re breaking down the “vortex of ineptitude” that has the Canucks sitting 32nd in the NHL over the last calendar year. On the table today: * 📉 Canucks Disaster: With...

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Host Jake delivers a solo, in-depth rant focused on Canucks hockey and the latest hockey news surrounding the team. This episode explores the Canucks’ current struggles, the possibility of a hard reset, and what fans can expect moving forward. Jake dives into the Quinn Hughes trade rumors, analyzing potential talks with New Jersey and Detroit, and discussing the value the Canucks should seek. List...

Are the Vancouver Canucks already checked out? The Canucks have hit a new low, sitting 30th in the league and going 1-6 in their last 7 games. In this episode, we discuss the “disinterested” body language plaguing the roster and why this team looks completely broken.👇 On this episode: We break down the baffling lack of movement on the trade market—why hasn’t Kiefer Sherwood been moved despite hea...

Should the Vancouver Canucks blow it up and start over? In Episode 139 of the Hughes Sports Podcast, we dive deep into the Vancouver Canucks’ dismal 9-12-2 start. With management reportedly “listening to offers” on veterans, we debate if a full rebuild is necessary or if a retool can save the season. Who is safe, and is Elias Pettersson actually on the trade block?👇 On this episode: We break down...

Commissioner Stewart Johnston's State of the League We were there for Commissioner Johnston's first State of the League address! THE GUARANTEE: We react to his firm commitment that the CFL will remain a three-down league. The Rule Changes: He confirmed the 2026 changes (modifying the Rouge, 35-second play clock, opposite benches) and the major 2027 changes (shorter field, smaller end zone)...

This is the biggest episode in Hughes Sports Podcast history! Jake and Kevin are live on location in Winnipeg, Manitoba, with media credentials for the 112th Grey Cup between the Saskatchewan Roughriders and the Montreal Alouettes! We're bringing you to the field, the locker rooms, and the media scrums to get the real stories and the final predictions before Sunday's showdown. EXCLUSIVE IN...

Welcome back to the Hughes Sports Podcast! After a stunning weekend of CFL Semi-Finals, Jake and Kevin are here to break down the incredible finishes and look ahead to a make-or-break period for the Vancouver Canucks.🏈 The Drama is Real: Semi-Final Breakdown & Division Final PreviewWalk-Off Whyte: We are still reeling from the electrifying close to the Western Semi-Final! We break down the BC...

LIVE for the biggest Canadian sports week of the year! We're breaking down the action from the ice, the gridiron, and the diamond!🏒 Canucks vs. Rangers: Petey's Revenge Game! The Vancouver Canucks are back on home ice to face the New York Rangers, and we are treating this as a rematch for the ages! Elias Pettersson: The matchup against the Rangers is always a marquee game. Will he rise to...

Tune in LIVE as we break down the latest news in the NHL and CFL! Vancouver Canucks Mediocre Start After a promising preseason, the Vancouver Canucks have stumbled out of the gate with a 1-2-0 record in their first three regular-season games. We are diving deep into what has gone wrong immediately: The disappointing home loss to the St. Louis Blues on Monday. Are the goaltending splits working wit...

The Canucks' 2025-26 roster is finally set, and the boys are here to break down all the surprises! We discuss the shocking news of first-round pick Braeden Cootes and the high-flying Jonathan Lekkerimäki making the team out of camp. Which bubble players got cut (Mancini, Willander, Aman) and what does this young core mean for the Canucks' season? We give our final, bold predictions for Van...

Get ready for an electrifying episode of the Hughes Sports Podcast! We are absolutely thrilled to welcome CFL legend and Grey Cup champion, Nik Lewis, to the show! Known for his incredible career, infectious personality, and fearless opinions, Nik is here to break it all down.​First, we're diving straight into the week that was in the CFL, and there's no better person to dissect the action...

Welcome back to the Hughes Sports Podcast! This is a landmark episode as we welcome a true CFL insider to the show: Bob "The Moj" Marjanovich, the voice of the BC Lions and a veteran sports analyst. We're going straight to the source to get a complete breakdown of the CFL's most significant changes in decades. With the league's recent announcement of a phased plan over the ne...

Welcome back to the Hughes Sports Podcast! On Episode 131, Jake and Kevin are getting you ready for a major week in both the NHL and CFL, with all eyes on the West Coast. We're starting with the Canucks' 2025 Prospect Showcase. We'll break down the biggest standouts, including the stellar goaltending of Aleksei Medvedev, the physicality of Vilmer Alriksson, and the continued dominance...

Welcome to Episode 130 of the Hughes Sports Podcast! Jake and Kevin are back to break down a wild week in both the CFL and NHL, with some big news coming out of the West Coast. We're starting with the BC Lions, who are in a complete freefall after their latest heartbreaking loss to the Ottawa Redblacks. Was it a defensive collapse? Coaching conservatism? We're diving deep into the players&...

Get ready for one of the most anticipated interviews in Hughes Sports Podcast history! We are absolutely thrilled to welcome CFL legend and two-time Grey Cup champion, Sean "The Diesel" Millington, to the show. Known for his powerful running style and his equally powerful opinions as a broadcaster, Sean has always been a fan favorite. In this can't-miss episode, we're sitting dow...

Get ready for a landmark episode of the Hughes Sports Podcast! We're thrilled to welcome a true Calgary legend and the President of the Calgary Stampeders, Jay McNeil, to the show. From a dominant career as an offensive lineman and a two-time Grey Cup champion to now leading the club's business operations, Jay has seen it all. In this exclusive interview, we'll talk to Jay about:The St...

Welcome back to the Hughes Sports Podcast, Episode 125! Your hosts, Jake and Kevin Hughes, are diving headfirst into a pivotal Week 9 of the CFL season, and we've got a bombshell to drop right off the top: Vernon Adams Jr. is officially OUT for the Calgary Stampeders' big matchup against the Ottawa Redblacks! We'll break down what this means for the Stamps, P.J. Walker stepping into th...