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

On this post game edition of the VANcast, Farhan and Thomas breakdown the Canucks 5-4 overtime win vs the Sharks in San Jose. The guys discuss Tyler Myers and Travis Hamonic being on the ice in the final seconds and Myers gaff which led to a last second goal by the Sharks to send it to overtime before J.T. Miller scored in extra time to win it for Vancouver.. The guys debate if the Canucks on ice...

Farhan and Drancer return to recap a big Canucks win over the Toronto Maple Leafs, and Thatcher Demko again stands strong. What would it take for Demko to enter the Vezina conversation? Also, Vancouver's newfound first line, winning 2 of 3 without Quinn Hughes, and a discussion about d-men Travis Hamonic and Luke Schenn. To wrap up, a heated debate about the Super Bowl. Save on a subscription to T...

On an all new VANcast, Farhan and Drancer breakdown yet another Canucks loss, and the team continuing to struggle in the first period of games. The guys discuss Jaroslav Halak's performance, and his bonus which kicked in during this game and how not even the best goaltending performance could have beaten a very prepared New York Islanders team on Wednesday night.  The guys look ahead to Saturday's...

Farhan and Drancer return after the All-Star break to discuss Quinn Hughes entering COVID-19 protocol, and if this team can function in this next homestand with out him. Is it time to give Jack Rathbone some time? They also chat about the All-Star game, and if Hughes should've been there, and Thatcher Demko's performance. Then, Jim Rutherford is eyeing a retool rather than a rebuild for this team,...

On this episode of the VANcast, Drancer and Lalji discuss the Canucks regulation loss to Nashville as the team reaches the all-star break. The guys praise the work of head coach Bruce Boudreau who has brought positive energy to the team, but will need his squad to go on another streak after the break, to change Jim Rutherford's mind come trade deadline. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m...

Farhan and Drancer discuss the last 2 games, and having two very different Canucks team show up to each one. Also, navigating the use of Jaroslav Halak, diving into the latest trade rumors, seeing the best and worst performances from J.T. Miller. To wrap up, expectations for the next two games vs the Blackhawks and Predators, and the guys share their thoughts on the NFL divisional championships ov...

Farhan and Drancer return with a new VANcast on a very busy day in Vancouver, after team president Jim Rutherford introduced Patrik Allvin as the new General Manager. The guys discuss what Allvin brings to the organization, the hiring of Émilie Castonguay as assistant general manager, and what other moves Rutherford might have up his sleeve as the Canucks continue to rebuild not only the team, but...

Farhan and Drancer return to share their thoughts of the two home losses for the Canucks over the weekend, as there was still lots to like, but the team is losing ground with January games being critical. Also, mismanagement of goaltender Mikey Dipietro, and where is Jaroslav Halak? Then, takeaways from Pettersson and Boeser's perfomances, the PK is again a liability, and some important personnel...

Drancer and Lalji discuss the end of the Canucks road trip which saw them win in workman like fashion vs the Predators in Nashville last night, finishing the season long road swing with two straight wins, after dropping games in Florida, Tampa Bay and Carolina. The guys take a look at the play of Elias Pettersson who seems to be out of his season long funk, and how he is much better at centre than...

Farhan and Drancer dive into Canucks win over the Washington Capitals on Sunday, and a big breakthrough performance from one Elias Pettersson. Also, tempering expectations for Thatcher Demko.  Next, they chat about Connor Garland heading to the COVID-19 list, and the challenges of managing a roster with these constant changes before discussing the success of the 4th line and breaking down the Canu...

Farhan and Drancer recap the Canucks' recent games against the Panthers and Lightning, where themes of moral victories and special teams issues make their return. Then, with Elias Pettersson being moved to LW, and Drancer also dives into Canucks player history to show that maybe not all is doom and gloom with his current production. Next, the decisions needing to be made on the team's future hinge...

Farhan and Thomas look back on the Canucks 5-2 loss to the Panthers in South Florida Tuesday night. The Canucks 9 day layoff between games certainly played a factor in the loss to Florida. The guys dissect the play of Thatcher Demko, Brock Boeser and ask if this is the best Elias Petterson can be for the Canucks? The guys wonder if the Canucks should make a pitch for Evander Kane, and what that dy...

Farhan and Thomas return with an all new VANcast with the Canucks continuing to practice, with no games scheduled until the weekend vs Ottawa. The guys discuss Bruce Boudreau's comments on playoff chances, with the new coach proclaiming that the Canucks need to play .500 hockey in their next 8 games to have a shot at the playoffs. Plus, we analyze Boudreau's comments on defender Tyler Myers and th...

In their first episode of 2022, Drancer and Farhan discuss the continuing positive vibes of the Canucks as they are 8-0-1 in the Boudreau era. What are reasonable expectations for this team now? Is the team that much different from when they were coached by Travis Green? Drancer dives into the data. Also, the pair discuss a daunting road trip ahead that will be a real test for this team, if the Ca...

Ahead of Wednesday night's game vs Anaheim, Farhan and Drancer discuss the ever-changing COVID-19 protocols, the return of the taxi squad, facing the Ducks and Kings on this road trip, and more. Then they are joined by The Athletic's Harman Dayal to dig into the numbers behind the Canucks' last six games, is their success sustainable? Also, what needs to happen to keep it going? Also, the WJC tour...

Farhan Lalji and Thomas Drance present their Christmas gift to the VANcast listeners, answering your questions in another edition of the VANcast mailbag. Drancer and Lalji touch on a number of topics that have Canuck fans interested, including.....who the next General Manager will be, if Jim Rutherford will make a move this season or wait for the off-season, why is Elias Pettersson struggling and...

Drancer and Farhan discuss the latest goings on with the Canucks, including four games currently postponed, and the latest updates on players in COVID-19 protocols. Also, discussions on how the NHL may handle this rapidly-evolving situation, and the complication of logistics. Then, a practice on Monday morning as Bruce Boudreau works on implementing his own systems in a "minicamp" this week while...

Drancer and Farhan return with an all new VANcast with the Canucks have won six straight under new head coach Bruce Boudreau, including last night in San Jose. Thomas and Farhan breakdown how the Canucks, with a depleted defence, are getting it done. The guys discuss the promotion to Stan Smyl, the hiring of Derek Clancey as an assistant general manager and who Jim Rutherford might be looking at t...

So much has transpired in the last couple of days, where do Drancer and Farhan even start? Well, how about the Canucks scoring four unanswered goals to beat the Blue Jackets? How about the 5th win in a row? They recap the game, and discuss if there is such thing as a "Boudreau Bump", and blue line quality as depth gets narrow on defense. Then, the guys lay out the work Jim Rutherford has in front...

On an all new VANcast, Farhan and Drancer discuss Jim Rutherford announcement to bring Hockey Hall of Famer, and three time Stanley Cup champion Jim Rutherford in to the front office as the franchises President of Hockey Operations. The guys look at some of the candidates that Rutherford might look at for the General Manager position, and we debate Elias Pettersson and Quinn Hughes on the penalty...

What a difference a day makes. Farhan and Drancer return with another pod recapping Monday's events for the Canucks, sharing takeaways from media availability with owner Francesco Aquilini and interim GM Stan Smyl earlier in the day, Bruce Boudreau's approach and the breath of fresh air he brings to a team that desperately needs it, the team's 4-0 win over the Kings and the energy felt in the buil...

Farhan and Drancer dive into the breaking news of the Canucks firing both head coach Travis Green, and GM Jim Benning and more on Sunday, and the hiring of Bruce Boudreau behind the bench. Also, the new management structure of the team, what will the search a new GM could look like, a discussion about the fan throwing a jersey on the ice, Jim Benning's legacy and much more. Save on a subscription...

On an all new VANcast, Farhan and Drancer discuss the Canucks two game winning streak against lesser lights Montreal and Ottawa, and the tough schedule ahead for the team. The guys argue about if we should be talking about playoff chances, if the team remains hot or if we should just looking at the positives, like improved play from Elias Pettersson, J.T. Miller, Quinn Hughes, Thatcher Demko and B...

Farhan and Drancer discuss the Canucks 2-1 win over the Canadiens in what they have dubbed the "Dysfunction Bowl" on Monday night. And while there were some positives to take from that win, will any of it slow down the inevitable search for a new head coach? The pair discuss the team's lack of pieces they need to compete, off-ice, the disconnect throughout the franchise, Elias Pettersson feeling t...

Drancer and Farhan with a post game edition of the VANcast, discuss the Canucks uninspiring, brutal defensive effort in a 4-1 loss to the Penguins in Pittsburgh. The guys discuss the answers that Travis Green, Bo Horvat and J.T. Miller gave, to the tough questions asked by the media post game. Farhan and Thomas address the trade rumours swirling around J.T. Miller and Brock Boeser, they dissect th...