The Whiteboard: Deployment Decisions

The Canucks wrap up their road trip with a 2-1 loss to Nashville, finishing 3-2 but raising more questions than answers. Brendan Batchelor joins to share his thoughts on the roadtrip and break down the Lukas Reichel trade. Dimitri Filipovic joins as we continue to unpack the Lukas Reichel acquisition and talk about a crucial weekend homestand and JT Miller’s return game on Tuesday. This podcast is produced by Lina SetaghianThe 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.

Jamie and Thomas talk about the Canucks wrapping up their road trip with a 2-1 loss to Nashville, finishing 3-2 but raising more questions than answers. From a power play that fizzled to a centre depth chart that’s barely holding together, we break down the contrasts and concerns. Plus, lineup decisions loom ahead of a crucial weekend homestand and JT Miller’s return game on Tuesday. This podcast is produced by Lina SetaghianThe 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.

Jamie and Thomas talk about the Canucks wrapping up their five-game road trip tonight in Nashville, looking to bounce back from a tough 5-1 loss in Pittsburgh. We break down the lineup shuffle—including Boeser's return and Pettersson's new line—and what it means for the final push. Plus, playoff odds, betting lines, and why the last game of a road trip is always a mental test. This podcast is produced by Lina SetaghianThe 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.

Jamie and Thomas talk about the Canucks falling 5–1 to Pittsburgh despite an early lead, raising fresh questions about deployment and depth. With Boeser, Blueger, and Hronek all absent from practice in Nashville, lineup stability remains elusive as playoff odds hover at 53%. Plus, we scan the centre market with names like Mittlestadt, Wennberg, and Pageau floating in the rumor mill. This podcast is produced by Lina SetaghianThe 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.

Jamie and Thomas are joined by Donnie and Dhali to dive into the Canucks' centre depth crisis, the ripple effects of Horvat and Miller trades, and how Abbotsford’s depleted roster is reshaping Vancouver’s AHL pipeline. We explore whether Demko’s brilliance is masking deeper flaws, and why Elias Pettersson’s offensive hesitations are raising red flags. Jason Bukala joins to assess the playoff outlook, caution against short-term fixes, and spotlight standout performances from the Jets and Utah Mammoth.This podcast is produced by Lina SetaghianThe 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.  This podcast is produced by Lina SetaghianThe 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.

Jamie and Thomas are joined by legendary broadcaster Jim Hughson who relays some stories and memories from his time working in the NHL. He tells some quality stories and brings back memories for Canucks fans. After, the esteemed Ray Ferraro joins to chat about how he got into hockey, his career as a player, and now working in NHL broadcasting all across North America. Lastly, the guys debate what qualities are best for an NHL team. This podcast is produced by Lina SetaghianThe 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.

Jamie and Thomas talk about the shorthanded Canucks rolling into Pittsburgh tonight with a patchwork lineup and playoff implications on the line. We break down the latest on Lekkerimaki’s injury, Filip Chytil’s uncertain status, and a nostalgic return for Joseph LaBate. Plus, lineup shuffles, betting odds, and why tonight’s matchup is a true coin flip. This podcast is produced by Lina SetaghianThe 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.

Jamie and Thomas grinding out a third straight road win despite losing Chytil, Blueger, and Lekkerimäki to injury. With just 11 healthy forwards and lineup experiments underway, the Abby line might be the next big swing — especially with Pettersson needing help down the middle. Joining the show is Landon Ferraro, who breaks down the roster chaos, the gutsy identity of this team, and why grinding through adversity might be the Canucks’ best weapon.   This podcast is produced by Lina SetaghianThe 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.

Jamie and Thomas talk about the Canucks riding a three-game road win streak, capped by a gritty 4–3 victory over Washington. But the injury bug has bitten hard—Chytil, Blueger, and Lekkerimäki all exited early, prompting a flurry of roster moves and cap gymnastics. With just 11 healthy forwards and playoff odds sitting at 57%, the team’s depth and resilience will be tested on this road trip. This podcast is produced by Lina SetaghianThe 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.

Jamie and Josh talk about the Canucks bouncing back in a big way with a 5-3 win in Dallas. They break down Elias Pettersson's game trending in the right direction as we saw flashes of his complimentary play with Conor Garland. Dimitri Filipovic joins to give a preview of the Blackhawks matchup and the upcoming weekend games plus Brendan Batchelor joins to talk lineup questions heading into Chicago and his analysis of EP40's trajectory.   This podcast is produced by Lina SetaghianThe 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.