The Line Change Podcast: Episode 543 - The Canucks MUST do this NOW! 7 Steps to a PERFECT 2026 Offseason!

In this episode, we break down the 7-step roadmap for a total Canucks transformation. From the high-stakes 2026 NHL Draft to the brutal reality of trading star assets like Filip Hronek, we explore how Vancouver can finally build a sustainable Stanley Cup contender. What’s inside the 2026 Canucks Roadmap: ✅ THE TRADES: Why moving off veteran contracts (even Hronek) is a must to maximize value. ✅ DRAFT STRATEGY: Why the Canucks need to stop drafting for "positional need" and hunt for elite talent with all 10 picks. ✅ THE ROSTER SHIFT: Identifying high-character leaders and adding the "grit" Vancouver lacked last season (hello, Curtis Douglas) ✅ THE CBA CLOCK: Why the September 15th deadline makes long-term extensions for Zeev Buium and Liam Ohgren a priority. The leopard has to change its spots. Ownership and management say they’re patient—but will they actually stay the course? Let’s model out the perfect summer for the Vancouver Canucks. Presented by: Draft Kings Use PROMO Code THPN tinyurl.com/DKSBTHPN Download the Draft Kings Sportsbook app and use code THPN. That's code THPN to turn five bucks into $300 in bonus bets if your bet wins. In partnership with Draft Kings - The Crown is Yours. Gambling problem? Call one eight hundred Gambler. In New York call eight seven seven eight HOPENY or text HOPENY (four six seven three six nine). In Connecticut , help is available for problem gambling. Call triple eight (888) seven eight nine triple seven seven seven seven or visit ccpg.org. Please play responsibly. On Behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resorts. Pass thr of per wager tax may apply in Illinois. 21 plus age eligibility varies by jurisdiction. Void in Ontario, restrictions apply. Bet MUST win to receive bonus bets which will expire in seven days. Minimum odds required, for additional terms and responsible gaming resources seek DKNG.co/audio, this is a limited time offer. Be sure to check out GASSY JACK ARThttp://gassyjackart.com Gassy Jack Art produces hockey prints on archival paper and canvas that have been rated to last over 100 years. Their product range features a variety of players from different teams including Edmonton Oilers, Montreal Canadiens, Toronto Maple Leafs, Colorado Avalanche, Calgary Flames, Vancouver Canucks and more. Get your LINE CHANGE MERCHANDISEhttp://thelinechangepodcast.threadless.com Find us on Social Media! Instagram: instagram.com/thelinechange Twitter / X: https://x.com/LineChangeVAN Tik Tok: https://tiktok.com/@thetlcpodcast Facebook: 'Search the Line Change Podcast' for our page Blue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/thelinechange.bsky.social Be a part of the DISCUSSION on our official DISCORD server!https://discord.gg/8vp9QQX5Wz Check us out on PATREON!https://www.patreon.com/c/TheLineChangeVAN Listen to us on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/4ONsO3NvKDW1zaaO31gvmo Listen to us on Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-line-change/id1798678329 For all media inquiries please email us at [email protected] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.