Sekeres & Price Show
by The Nation Network
Dive into the world of sports with the Matt Sekeres and Blake Price as they provide sharp analysis and engaging banter. This daily podcast featuring longtime Canucks reporter Jeff Patterson and top insiders delivers the latest breaking news, insights, analysis and opinions on the Vancouver Canucks, B.C. Lions and Vancouver Whitecaps FC. Whether your a hardcore fan or just curious about the game, this show delivers the goods.
Episodes
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Oct 28, 2026: Canucks miracle at The Magical Kingdom; Lekkerimäki rollin'
It was a win for the ages! Ok, maybe not, but it was a pretty fun night of Canucks hockey! Matt and Blake break down the unlikely night that was in Anaheim and what it might do for the Canucks lowly spirits of late. They look at a possible breakthrough performance from Jonathan Lekkerimäki, the...
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Patrick Johnston: You have to shoot to score, especially when you shoot like Lekk. Was this a one-off?
Patrick Johnston of Postmedia stops by to give us his thoughts on the win and what it might tell us about the young sniper in Lekkerimäki. PJ looks at the similarities of the Canucks wins and takes on whether shot totals can go up more regularly for the team that is last in the NHL in that...
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Rob Williams: Can Lekkerimäki and other young'ens change the narrative around the Canucks? Rob-stradamus predicted this win, sort of.
The Daily Hive's Rob Williams, who predicted the Canucks win, with his thoughts on Lekk's future star status with the fanbase and whether any other young players can help save the narrative this season. Thank you to our great sponsors: @bet365: | http://www.bet365.ca/ BCLIQUOR:...
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Oct 27, 2026: Infamy at-hand; it's not even November and these Canucks are already threatening to be worst Canucks ever.
Matt and guest co-host Jamie Dodd crossover with Donnie and Dhali discussing Quinn Hughes' return to Vancouver and the standing ovation (?), Manny Malhotra's early days as an NHL head coach, and the contributions (or lack thereof) of some veteran would-be culture carriers. The guys also talk…
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Donnie & Dhali: Canucks chasing some unflattering records. And what's with the standing ovation for Quinn?!
Matt and guest co-host Jamie Dodd crossover with Donnie and Dhali discussing Quinn Hughes' return to Vancouver and the standing ovation (?), Manny Malhotra's early days as an NHL head coach, and the contributions (or lack thereof) of some veteran would-be culture carriers. The guys also talk…
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Cam Robinson: Caleb Malhotra's start in BU, Braeden Cootes' injury, 16 year old superstar Liam Pue and more!
Cam Robinson joins to talk his biggest concern so far this Canucks season, Manny's role in all the losing, the players acquired in the Aatu Räty trade with Toronto, Caleb Malhotra's season at Boston U, a top 2027 draft prospect and Langley's Liam Pue, who at 16 is already dominating the WHL.…
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Oct 26, 2026: Hughes boos, Canucks lose; 10 straight and counting
Well it's 10 losses in a row for the Canucks and the latest comes from the hands of Quinn Hughes, so there's lots to chew on for Matt and Blake on this Monday. The guys look back on the unique night at the rink and how it compared with similar games in recent history. The boys listen in on the…
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Nathan Rourke: Rourke recaps a season that was full of ups and downs, and how to deal with 'load management'
Rourke recaps a season that was full of ups and downs, the rest vs rust debate heading into the playoffs, and the veteran players that they all want to win a Grey Cup for this year. Thank you to our great sponsors: @bet365: | http://www.bet365.ca/ BCLIQUOR: https://www.bcliquorstores.com/…
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Jeff Paterson: Hughes boos news, and a look a the losing streak
RinkWide's Jeff Paterson jumps into the fray with his take on the return of Hughes and the Canucks' losing streak. JPat offers up what he sees as the path to victory for the Canucks going forward, the AHL possibilities to help, and the schedule ahead for the Canucks. Thank you to our great...
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Oct 23, 2026: Canucks imploding within already? Hughes' boos await
The Canucks implode versus Detroit, it's 9 straight losses and the rebuild is off to an ominous start, so lots for Matt and Blake to digest on today's show! The guys look back on what might be the worst effort of the season for the Canucks, and then ask how they right the ship in time for...
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Jeff Marek: NBA-ification of the NHL. Are superstar players taking too much control?
The Sheet's Jeff Marek stops by for a wide ranging chat on the woes of the Canucks, the return of Hughes, Tkachuk in Ottawa, and the future of superstar movement in the NHL. The guys debate whether there has been, or ever will be, a shift to Canadians wanting to win in Canada. Thank you to our...
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Jeff Paterson: Canucks locker room tone has already shifted toward the negative. Vets vs Noobs. Coach vs Team?
RInkWide's Jeff Paterson stops by with his views on the game last night, the tone of the post game comments, and the expectations for Sunday's game vs Hughes. JPat talks about the problematic play of the vets vs the youngsters, plus, his review of EP40 and Lekkerimäki's goals on the night. Thank...
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Oct 22, 2026: Canucks face drama riddled Wings; Hughes visit looms!
The Canucks finally face a team at .500 or less tonight as they welcome in the Wings, so Matt and Blake take a look at the opportunity for a win to end the 8 game losing skid. The guys look at the changes to the forward lines, another Lankinen start, and a message sent to Öhgren. But they guys…
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Patrick Johnston: Can Vancouver out boo Ottawa? Quinn set to return to Rogers arena for the first time since he left
Postmedia's Patrick jumps into the fray to discuss the incoming visit from Hughes and the Wild. PJ has his say on the differences between the Hughes and Tkachuk scenarios, and whether there was any avoiding the Hughes departure in the first place. Plus, are the Canucks able to feed off the energy...
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Oct 21, 2026: 8 Straight! Canucks frustrations are building early
WIth the streak now 8 in a row for the Canucks, Matt and Blake listen in on the coach and players and react to another tough outing for a team that is last in the NHL in win percentage. The guys focus in on C Elias Pettersson, who is back to a point per game this season, but is once again…
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Rob Williams: And hot dogs fell from the rafters at Rogers Arena. Canucks honour John "Cheech" Garrett. Losing streak continues.
The Daily Hive's Rob Williams is back and gives his thoughts on the ceremonies to honour John Garrett last night, plus, he looks at all the losing in Vancouver, and takes a deep dive into the woeful start to the season for Conor Garland in Colombus. Thank you to our great sponsors: @bet365: |...
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Frank Corrado: How do players stay focussed during a long losing streak? And is it right for fans to boo Quinn and Brady?
TSN's Frank Corrado stops by to discuss how the dressing room is supposed to deal with so much losing so quickly, and whether there's a fix that's wanted or needed for a rebuilding team. Frank also addresses the subpar play of the "role players" who may not be pulling their weight on the ice, and...
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Oct 20, 2026: Canucks return home vs 'Canes on Cheech Garrett night
The Canucks are finally playing a home game again and Matt and Blake make sure you don't miss a thing before the puck drops. The guys look at the expected lineup as Leevi Meriläinen tries to keep up his fine form in net, plus, they check in on the young Canucks and how Manny Malhotra is setting...
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Donnie & Dhali: Time for another waiver claim, before priority runs out? And who boo's Hughes?
Don Taylor and Rick Dhaliwal check in for another edition of The Crossover, walking down memory lane with Cheech and looking at the long losing streak of the Canucks. The guys debate whether there's another waiver claim before the Canucks lose the guaranteed first choice on November 1st, and they...
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Elijah Ford: Deep dive down the depth chart. Karlsson, Lekkerimäki, D-Petey and more!
DFO Vancouver's Elijah Ford stops by with his latest thoughts on the play of D-Petey, Linus Karlsson and Jonathan Lekkerimäki. He also looks at Manny Malhotra's developing taste at centre ice and whether it matters where the young defenceman are playing on the depth chart. Thank you to our great...
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Oct 19, 2026: Canucks return home, is it time for a win?
After 7 straight losses, the Canucks are back home this week with Matt and Blake getting you up to date from practice with all the storylines! The guys look at the likly lineup vs the Cup champs tomorrow, and whether the home fans and last change will be enough to end the slide. Plus, the guys...
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Jeff Paterson: Losing streak continues; is it time for some AHL call-ups and/or another waiver wire claim?
RinkWide's Jeff Paterson joins to recap the road trip and look forward to the week to come. JPat looks at the notable performances of Meriläinen and Chytil, the improving PK, and whether AHL callups may be on the way anytime soon. Plus, the guys get into whether now is the time to look out for...
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Oct 16, 2026: OTL in FLA; Merilainen shines and Räty traded
A busy Friday for the boys as the Canucks come off a narrow OT loss to the Panthers and they pull off a trade with Toronto! Matt and Blake dive into the notable performances in Florida, including that of Meriläinen, D-Petey, Buium and the returning Filip Chytil. They debate which of the young...
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Jeff Marek: Aatu Räty joins A LOT of former Canucks on the Leafs. Updates from Detroit, LA, Winnipeg and around the league.
The Sheet's Jeff Marek makes his usual Friday visit as well and can't help but jump in on the Canucks road trip woes. Marek also has a first hand scouting report on the two young players coming the Canucks way in the Räty trade and talks about the likely road ahead for Räty. Jeff also updates the...
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Jeff Paterson: Filip Chytil returns! D-Petey and Meriläinen keep rolling, and coach Manny tries to stay positive after another loss.
RinkWide's Jeff Paterson stops in for a look back at the details of last night's effort, and gets into the positive post game comments of coach Manny Malhotra. JPat gives his first review of Chytil this season, talks about the changing expectations for EP25, and whether Meriläinen should be the…
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Oct 15, 2026: Canucks aim for first win of trip, Räty clears waivers
The Canucks try to get their first win of the road trip tonight in Florida, with a new look lineup and the return of Filip Chytil. Matt and Blake listen in on the coach's comments and Chytil's as well, as the team tries to bump the slump. The guys debate the handling of Räty's roster spot, plus,...
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Patrick Johnston: Was risking Räty the right move? Will he AND Buium see time in the minors?
Patrick Johnston of Postmedia stops by to weigh in on whether Räty is still an NHL prospect now and whether "fair" has anything to do with the roster decisions. PJ talks about the importance of speed going forward, the rest of the league's interest in Merilainen, and whether Zeev Buium would...
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Oct 14, 2026: Räty on waivers, Chytil back, as Canucks look for answers
The first shoe has dropped on the Canucks season as the team puts Aatu Räty on waivers in the wake of another loss on the road! Matt and Blake recap the game, listen in on the coach, and talk about the performances and the improvements as the Canucks did make us watch the whole game at least. The...
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Frank Corrado: Former Canucks D man breaks down the early performances of Buium, Willander and D-Petey, as well as the goalies
TSN's Frank Corrado stops by with his professional view of the play in net from the new Canucks goalie, the development path for Zeev Buium and other young defencemen in the Makar-Hughes era, and Frank reacts to the horrific starts for both the Flyers and Red Wings. Thank you to our great…
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Oct 13, 2026: Manny moves! Buium among Canucks lineup tweaks vs Isles
With the one last chance to get a NY win on the road trip as the Canucks face the Isles, Matt and Blake have the latest lineup news from the team. Manny Malhotra is changing the assignment for Zeev Buium and the rest of the D, so we listen in on the coach ahead of the game. The guys also debate...
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Cam Robinson: Buium's tough start to the season. And a look at more prospect targets in the coming draft(s).
Elite Prospects' Cam Robinson on the Canucks' usage of Buium, Willander and D-Petey. Cam also talks about a deep Vancouver prospect that is already showing signs of popping in NCAA hockey, and a couple of hot starts for players coming up in the 2027 draft. Thank you to our great sponsors…
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Donnie & Dhali: Zary, not Zary? And finding positives as the wins and goals dry up.
It's another edition of The Crossover, as Donnie and Dhali drop by with their thoughts on the Canucks road trip so far. Dhali talks about whether the Canucks would be expected to make any additions in the coming weeks, particularly if they would reach out to Calgary for Zary. Plus, the guys look...
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Oct 12, 2026: Canucks serve up a pair of turkeys; D-Petey is back!
After a pair of lacklustre weekend losses, Matt and Blake take a look at the highs and lows of the performances, plus, they listen in on the coach's response as the lopsided scores continue. The guys jump in on the breakout game for defenceman Elias Pettersson and where his game now has a chance…
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Jeff Paterson: What do the Canucks do in goal? Are these losses wearing on the young players ALREADY?!!!
RinkWide's Jeff Paterson joins the guys to discuss all that he saw, especially the struggling penalty kill and defensive structure to start the season. The guys all debate what the next step is for the goaltenders as well, with Kevin Lankinen at sea and Leevi Merilainen waiting for a run of…
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Oct 9, 2026: Canucks blown away by 'Canes; EP40 still rollin'
After a tough loss in Carolina, Matt and Blake go through the exercise of looking at individual performances rather than the result. The guys peek in on the top line after they produced goals, especially what it means for the market on DeBrusk. Plus, they look at whether Räty or Mancini made the...
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Jeff Marek: Successful rebuilds of the recent past, and it's so nice to see EP40 start like this
Jeff Marek of the The Sheet shares his thoughts on the rebuilding process and the strong stomach that is so often needed. Marek looks back at successful rebuilds like Montreal and what they needed to endure. The guys also look at EP40 and his line's success and just how unstoppable the Canes…
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Jeff Paterson: Is Leevi Meriläinen the Canucks new #1 goalie? EP40 and Jake Debrusk connect
RinkWide's Jeff Paterson with his detailed review of the game, both the beefs and the bouquets. JPat wonder about Merilainen taking over the crease, the sustainability of Lekkerimäki's play, and the special teams being an utter disaster. Thank you to our great sponsors: @bet365: |...
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Oct 8, 2026: Canucks vs the Cup champs! Gally and Schenn out
Another big, early season test for the Canucks as they face the defending Cup champs in Carolina. Matt and Blake talk about the new look lineup, the resting of key veterans like Schenn and Gallagher, and the chances of the Canucks keeping up versus the balanced 'Canes lineup. The guys also debate...
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Patrick Johnston: Canucks locker room has taken a DRASTIC turn toward the positive - can it continue when the L's pile up?
Postmedia's Patrick Johnston stops by with his take on the tweaks, and the road trip's overall level of difficulty. PJ talks about how the dressing room vibes and bonding of the team has made such a drastic turn for the positive, and how that could insulate or be eroded when the losing eventually...
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Scott Rintoul: SportsPageBC.ca aims to amplify West Coast sports content and it's creators.
Matt and Blake's longtime colleague Scott Rintoul with a look ahead to a new project he's working on called "SportsPage BC". The news portal will, like its namesake, focus on the local sports stories that often get missed and puts them all in one place. Scott talks about where he'd like to see…
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Oct 7, 2026: New look Canucks lines vs Canes? Bonding begins!
On the eve of the first extended Canucks road trip of the season, Matt and Blake have the latest from practice in Carolina and what the new look lineup might give them tomorrow. The guys also chat on exactly how the issues in the room last season have now disappeared. TSN's Frank Corrado stops by...
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Frank Corrado: NHL road trip rules, steakhouses, wine...and a breakdown of the Cancks young D
TSN's Frank Corrado stops by to discuss road trip protocols in the NHL, and the dining schedule in particular, as Luke Schenn has been reported to be the organizer on the road. Frank gives us details on his most memorable meals in the NHL and when he started to pay for the table! Frank eventually...
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Rob Williams: EP40 bouncing back, but is anyone there to see it?
The Daily Hive's Rob WIlliams dropping by with his thoughts on the early bounce for EP40, and whether fans are buying that he's really back. Plus, Rob talks about the early Canucks attendance woes, and whether Nils Höglander is giving him any reason to regret the trade. Thank you to our great...
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Oct 6, 2026: DeBrusk back, Canucks head east!
The Canucks squeezed in a practice before they jumped on a plane, so Matt and Blake listen in on the coach's comments about week one, and what they want to see from themselves out on the road. The guys hear from Paul Cotter on his weekly honour and the Canucks slander that he's heard, plus, Jake...
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Cam Robinson: Report cards for Canucks young defencemen and Cam plays contrarian on next years draft class.
Cam Robinson of Elite Prospects with his review of EP40's start and how the young Canucks blueliners have begun the season. Cam rebuffs the growing opinion that the 2027 draft may not be great, and he looks at Caleb Malhotra's debut with Boston University. Thank you to our great sponsors…
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The Dhali-less Donnie keeps the Crossover streak alive with Ryan Henderson sitting in for the Ailing Rick. The team reacts to the early season glow up
Don Taylor and Ryan Henderson join for another edition of The Crossover, talking about the early season glow up for the Canucks and how the fans are receiving it. Thank you to our great sponsors: @bet365: It's never ordinary! Yellow Dog Brewing | https://lnk.to/YDBrewing BCLIQUOR:...
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Oct 5, 2026: So far, so good?? Canucks and EP40 impress
The first weekend of the NHL season is in the books and the Canucks are giving Matt and Blake lots to talk about! The guys recap the pair of games and the notable performances in both directions, from EP40's great start to Cotter's award winning week to the better defensive/goaltending in both...
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Jeff Paterson: Report cards for the Canucks, EP40, the new players and the young players after 4 games.
The Host of RinkWide Vancouver, Jeff Paterson joins to give us his take on what he saw, and his answer on whether EP40 is officially back. He also gets into the report cards for the team's younger players, how the goaltending rebounded over the weekend, and the Canucks attendance woes through 3...
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Sean Whyte: Still setting records at 40! Looking ahead to the prospect of playoffs at BC Place
BC Lions' hero from the weekend, kicker Sean Whyte, who provided all the points vs the Argos. He talks about the historic victory, the possible extinction of these kinds of games when the goal posts move, and the Lions momentum towards a home playoff date at BC Place. Thank you to our great...
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Oct 2, 2026: The Crazy Canucks; EP40's pulse increase
After an absolutely wild home opener for the Canucks, Matt and Blake tackle all the talking points after this crazy start to the season. The guys bring you all the post game comments from the coach and players, give you all the relevant data, and debate the performances they've seen so far. From...
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Dive into the world of sports with the Matt Sekeres and Blake Price as they provide sharp analysis and engaging banter. This daily podcast featuring longtime Canucks reporter Jeff Patterson and top insiders delivers the latest breaking news, insights, analysis and opinions on the Vancouver Canucks, B.C. Lions and Vancouver Whitecaps FC. Whether your a hardcore fan or just curious about the game, this show delivers the goods.
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