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In Hour 2 Kevin Woodley joins to discuss Ian Clark's plans with Jiri Patera and the Canucks' goaltending situation. They evaluate who should start as the number two goalie and explore the ongoing contract negotiations with Silovs. Brendan and Thomas also dive into defensive concerns and roster strategies for the upcoming season, along with insights on recent NHL trades and potential RFA targets.

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Brendan Batchelor fills in for Jamie Dodd. On Thomas Drance Appreciation Day Brendan and Thomas read listener submissions including Canucks related questions. They delve into the Canucks' goaltending situation, questioning why Silovs isn't a shoe-in for backup. They explore contract negotiations and the impact on cap space, while evaluating depth options like Nils Aman and Vasily Podkolzin's pivotal season ahead. We also analyze Vancouver's roster dynamics, including potential additions and the crucial bounce-back prospects of Elias Pettersson and others. Join us as we dissect the Canucks' strategic approach and predictions for the upcoming NHL season.

Brendan Batchelor fills in for Jamie Dodd. Brendan and Thomas talk about where the Canucks will miss Nikita Zadorov, and what additions they would have missed out on if they had brought him back. Dimitri Filipovic joins the show to discuss the various Canucks free agent signings and how they fit into this roster. Emma Lingan joins the show to give us a Nashville perspective on Kiefer Sherwood, and what the Canucks are getting in him.

Brendan Batchelor and Thomas Drance talk about how the Canucks could really use a 2nd pairing defenseman, and how this team could go about acquiring that player either this summer or wait for the regular season and do it via trade. Jason Bukala joins the show for the final time this season to talk about the Canucks' Development Camp.

Brendan Batchelor fills in for Jamie Dodd alongside Thomas Drance. The guys delve into the Vancouver Canucks needing one more top-six winger to round out this roster and solidify their status as a Stanley Cup contender. Ryan Clark of ESPN joins the show to talk about the Seattle Kraken hiring Jessica Campbell as the first female full-time NHL assistant coach. He also comments on the state of hockey in Seattle and Washington.

Dom Luszczyszyn talks Canucks signing Jake DeBrusk. What does his model say about DeBrusk? Dom weighs in on Edmonton's additions, Vegas odds, Canucks expectations next season, and NHL free agency headlines. Jamie and Drance highlight the Edmonton Oilers improvements, and how the Canucks can matchup with them. Where will DeBrusk and Sherwood fit into the lineup?