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Canucks Keep Hanging On
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Ep – Canucks Keep Hanging On
Bik Nizzar hosts another episode starting off with the Canucks clutch win against the Blues in a shootout, even though the injury list continues to grow with Brock Boeser leaving the game. They chat about Kiefer Sherwood's torrid start and how the Canucks just need to keep themselves above water for the next month. Vancouver Giants head coach Parker Burgess also joins afterwards to talk about the start of their season and the Giants being able to take a next step.
On this episode of The People’s Show, the guys ask if the Canucks can realistically make the playoffs at their current pace. Bik breaks down the numbers, comparing their start to teams like the Habs, Sens, and Blues from last year, and explains why reaching .500 by the end of November is crucial. Then, Jon Morosi joins to talk World Series from Shohei’s records and star power to the Jays’ lineup and the rise of Trey YeSavage. With Game 5 on deck, it’s shaping up to be one of the most unpredictable matchups in years. Bik and Dom have a heated baseball debate in Fill in the Blanks.
Bik Nizzar sets up Tuesday night's matchup between the Vancouver Canucks and New York Rangers. He is joined by Mark Schofield to analyze the top QB performances from Week 8 in the NFL before Jannik Hansen joins the show to weigh in on the Canucks start to the season.
Josh and Lina host another episode of Canucks Brunch, breaking down the Canucks morning skate before their matchup with J.T. Miller and the New York Rangers tonight. They chat about the possibilities of fireworks between the two teams, how the fans will react and more. Afterwards, the show gets to In or Out with your submissions!
Ep – Elias Pettersson is BACK & Axel Schuster Talks Whitecaps
Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Dominic Šramaty host. Josh & Dom open the show discussing the Vancouver Canucks. Is Elias Pettersson officially back? Are the Canucks a playoff team at this point? The guys discuss adding Pavel Zacha and what it would take to get him. Do the Canucks trade or extend Sherwood? Then, Vancouver Whitecaps CEO & Sporting Director Axel Schuster joins the show. Axel talks game one vs Dallas, the difference Thomas Müller makes for the team, Jesper Sørensen's impact this season, and if this year feels different.
Josh and Lina host another episode of Canucks Brunch breaking down the tail end of the Canucks road trip against the Nashville Predators tonight, along with being curious about how much ice time Elias Pettersson will get after the criticism aimed at his deployment the last few days. They then take your submissions for Flip It Friday, from keeping Kiefer Sherwood to umbrella discourse.
After a promising three-win stretch, the Canucks crash back to earth with a tough loss in Pittsburgh. Bik Nizzar and the crew dissect what’s next for Vancouver, from management’s lack of recognition to puzzling line deployments. Play-by-play voice Brendan Batchelor joins to break down the team’s struggles, Quinn Hughes’ quiet start, and whether Adam Foote needs to rethink his high-event approach. Plus, a lively “Fill in the Blank” segment covering JT Miller’s New York days, the Warriors’ new lineup, and the Jets’ QB drama.
Ep – Canucks Brunch with Josh and Lina: Play Pettersson More
Josh and Lina react to the Canucks 5-1 loss against the Pittsburgh Penguins and how Adam Foote deployed his lines. They take issue with how small Elias Pettersson's time on ice was. They get into cap or no cap and answer your most pressing Canucks questions.
In this episode of The People’s Show, Bik Nizzar dives into the Vancouver Canucks’ growing injury crisis, with their centers dropping like flies just six games into the season. The team’s desperation for help down the middle has rival GMs smelling opportunity, leaving Allvin and company facing one of their toughest roster decisions yet. Sho Ali joins to preview Game 7 between the Blue Jays and Mariners, highlighting Shane Bieber’s resurgence and Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s postseason heroics. The show wraps with NFL talk, from the Vikings’ patient approach with McCarthy to coaching discrepancies across the league and whether Kyler Murray’s time in Arizona might be running out.
Bik opens the show discussing the Canucks big win in Dallas. Then, it's time for NFL Week 7 picks, in 'Bik 6'. Later, Bik is joined by ESPN MLB reporter, Buster Olney. The guys talk Blue Jays vs Mariners, and where the series stands heading into Game 5. Plus, they preview the pitching matchups and Buster gives his series prediction. The show ends with 'Guys naming dudes' (Killer instinct athletes).
Evolving beyond your regular afternoon drive show, The People’s Show will touch on the topics that live at the crossroads of sports and culture. Anchored by Bik Nizzar, The People’s Show will tackle the headlines that impact the diverse communities across Vancouver.