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John Shannon and Kevin Woodley welcome Vancouver Canucks forward Jonathan Lekkerimäki to 100% Canucks for a conversation about his development, growing confidence, and the adjustments that come with establishing himself in the NHL. The guys begin by examining Vancouver's 6-3 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes, including another difficult third period, the team's defensive struggles, and some encouraging moments on special teams. They also discuss the contributions of Max Sasson and Lekkerimäki as the Canucks continue searching for consistency. Lekkerimäki then joins the show to discuss his progress as a young NHL player, from improving his defensive responsibilities and competing along the boards to creating more offensive opportunities. He reflects on the differences between European and North American hockey and the work required to become a more complete player. The conversation also explores Lekkerimäki's shooting ability, including the influence of elite goal scorers Steven Stamkos and Alex Ovechkin. He discusses his recovery from shoulder surgery, his return to full health, and the story behind switching to number 88. With Vancouver navigating a difficult start to the season, Lekkerimäki also shares his perspective on staying confident, managing emotions, and continuing to develop under Manny Malhotra and the Canucks' leadership group. It's a closer look at one of Vancouver's promising young forwards and the work behind becoming an everyday NHL player.

Dave Tomlinson returns to 100% Canucks, joining John Shannon and Kevin Woodley for another edition of their ongoing conversations about the Vancouver Canucks and the team's development throughout the season. With Vancouver nearing the end of a challenging six-game road trip, the trio examines the team's recent performances, including a 3-2 overtime loss to the Florida Panthers. Despite the difficult results, there have been encouraging signs in Vancouver's defensive structure, and the guys discuss whether the improvements under Manny Malhotra are beginning to take hold. The conversation turns to individual performances, including Elias Pettersson and Leevi Meriläinen, as the Canucks continue working toward a more consistent identity. Dave, John and Kevin discuss the challenges of developing a young roster, the importance of playing a complete 60-minute game, and what the team can take away from facing some of the NHL's toughest opponents. They also examine Vancouver's recent trade with Toronto involving Aatu Räty, Jacob Quillan and Brandon Buhr, and what the move could mean for the organization's depth and development. Finally, the three remember beloved Canucks broadcaster John Garrett, reflecting on his contributions to the game and the upcoming tribute honouring his legacy in Vancouver.

John Shannon and Kevin Woodley are joined by Abbotsford Canucks General Manager Richard Seeley on 100% Canucks for a conversation about player development, building a winning environment, and preparing the organization's next generation of NHL talent. A native of Powell River, British Columbia, Seeley reflects on growing up a Canucks fan and the journey that took him from professional hockey to management. After eight seasons running the Ontario Reign, he discusses his return to British Columbia and the opportunity to help shape the future of the organization he grew up supporting. The conversation explores the unique challenges of managing an AHL team, balancing the importance of winning with the responsibility of developing young players. Seeley shares his approach to creating an environment where prospects can grow, the lessons learned throughout his management career, and the importance of alignment between Abbotsford and Vancouver. John and Kevin also examine the Canucks' challenging six-game road trip, breaking down the team's defensive struggles, early performances, and the adjustments needed to become more competitive. Kevin takes a closer look at Vancouver's goaltending, including Kevin Lankinen's difficult start and the demanding defensive environment facing the team's netminders. With both the NHL and AHL seasons underway, the discussion offers a look at the challenges facing Vancouver today and the work being done in Abbotsford to build a stronger future.

John Shannon and Kevin Woodley are joined by Vancouver Canucks defenceman Jamie Oleksiak on 100% Canucks to discuss his arrival in Vancouver, his role within a young roster, and the challenges of helping establish a new identity for the team. Before the interview, John and Kevin examine Vancouver's recent performances against Calgary and Vegas, looking at the improvements in structure, effort, and overall competitiveness despite some difficult results. They discuss the early contributions of Elias Pettersson and Paul Cotter, along with the promising debut of goaltender Leevi Meriläinen. Oleksiak then joins the show to reflect on his transition to Vancouver, the experience he brings to the dressing room, and the responsibility of helping guide younger players through their development. He also shares his perspective on how the NHL continues to evolve and what it takes to remain effective as the game changes. With the Canucks preparing for an important early-season road trip, John and Kevin also discuss the challenges of managing travel, fatigue, and preparation, including adjustments to the team's practice and travel schedules. As Vancouver continues to establish its identity under Manny Malhotra, the conversation looks at the progress being made, the importance of veteran leadership, and what the Canucks can build on as the season moves forward.

Two games, 28 combined goals, and plenty for John Shannon and Kevin Woodley to unpack on a new edition of 100% Canucks. After opening the season with a 6-5 overtime win in Edmonton, the Canucks returned home and found themselves on the other side of another wild one, falling 9-7 to the Oilers. John and Kevin give their first impressions of the new-look Canucks and try to separate the early-season chaos from the things that could matter over the long haul. The guys dig into individual performances across the roster and compare what they’ve seen through two games with what Manny Malhotra and Canucks management have said they want this team to become. Where are the early signs of progress? Which players are taking advantage of their opportunities? And where is the gap between the organization’s vision and what has actually happened on the ice? Kevin also goes inside the crease after a difficult night for Vancouver’s goaltenders. With Thatcher Demko still working his way back from hip surgery, John and Kevin examine Kevin Lankinen, Leevi Meriläinen, and the decisions facing the Canucks as they navigate their goaltending situation. It’s far too early for definitive answers, but two games into the season, John and Kevin begin figuring out exactly what these rebuilding Canucks have to work with.

The new season begins with a win, and John Shannon and Kevin Woodley are joined by Canucks co-president Daniel Sedin on 100% Canucks to discuss Vancouver’s 6-5 overtime victory over Edmonton and the bigger picture surrounding this young team. Daniel shares his perspective on the opener and the development of Vancouver’s young players. He discusses the organization’s emphasis on process and structure, what the Canucks are trying to establish under Manny Malhotra, and why development remains about more than individual performances or early results. Sedin also reflects on his own transition into an executive role, the learning curve that comes with helping lead an NHL organization, and the importance of keeping the Canucks connected to both the community and the alumni who helped build the franchise. The conversation also turns to leadership within the dressing room, including the decision to wait before naming a captain and the importance of allowing leadership to develop naturally within the group. One game doesn’t define a rebuild, but after an opening-night win, Daniel Sedin provides a look at the identity, culture and foundation the Canucks hope will define what comes next.

John Shannon and Kevin Woodley are back on 100% Canucks with the preseason underway and plenty for Vancouver to evaluate as the organization continues its rebuild. The guys begin with the latest developments in the Canucks’ crease, including the addition of another young goaltender and what it means for the organization’s depth at the position. Kevin breaks down the challenges of developing young goalies, the value of having experienced support at the AHL level, and how Vancouver can create the right environment for its prospects. John and Kevin also look back at the preseason matchup with Edmonton and the early stages of implementing Manny Malhotra’s system. With a young roster and a new coaching staff, they discuss what needs to improve and what Vancouver should actually be looking for during the exhibition schedule. Then, Canucks defenceman Elias Pettersson joins the show to discuss his offseason, the work he has put into his development, and his continued adjustment to the NHL. Pettersson talks about growing as a defenceman, the atmosphere surrounding the team, and the positive culture Vancouver is trying to establish. The conversation also turns to the difficult roster decisions facing the Canucks as young players battle for opportunities and the organization determines where each prospect is best served developing. For Vancouver, this season is about more than the standings. It’s about finding out which young players can become part of what the Canucks are building.

John Shannon and Kevin Woodley begin a new monthly tradition on 100% Canucks as Sportsnet Canucks analyst Dave Tomlinson joins the show to take stock of where Vancouver stands and what to expect as the organization begins its rebuild. With the preseason underway, the guys try to establish a baseline for this version of the Canucks. What is this team right now? What should progress look like? And with wins and losses no longer the only measure of success, what can Vancouver learn about its roster over the coming weeks? Tomlinson shares his excitement about watching the rebuild take shape and the opportunity it creates throughout the lineup. For established players like Brock Boeser, Elias Pettersson and Jake DeBrusk, the challenge is rediscovering the level they have shown in the past while helping establish the standards for a much younger team. At the same time, prospects including Braeden Cootes, Tom Willander, Liam Öhgren, Zeev Buium and Jonathan Lekkerimäki enter camp with something to prove and an opportunity to show where they fit into Vancouver’s future. John, Kevin and Dave discuss the balance between those two groups, what Manny Malhotra and the new leadership group are trying to establish, and why this preseason provides Vancouver with an important opportunity to evaluate what it has before deciding what comes next. It’s the first monthly check-in with Tomlinson as 100% Canucks follows the rebuild from the ground up.

A new chapter of 100% Canucks begins as John Shannon welcomes Kevin Woodley as the show’s new co-host. In his first episode, Kevin shares the story of his unconventional path into hockey journalism, from an early focus on baseball to more than two decades covering the Canucks and establishing himself as one of hockey’s leading voices on goaltending. Then it’s time to talk Canucks. Kevin provides insight into Thatcher Demko’s recovery from hip surgery and the uncertainty surrounding his timeline for opening night. He explains the unique challenges goaltenders face following hip procedures and why Demko’s recovery will be an important story to follow. John and Kevin also discuss expectations surrounding Elias Pettersson and why rediscovering the joy in his game could be just as important as the numbers he puts on the scoresheet. They look at other pieces of Vancouver’s roster and what the organization is trying to build under the leadership of Ryan Johnson and Manny Malhotra. The conversation also turns to the importance of culture and the role established veterans like Jamie Oleksiak and Brendan Gallagher can play in helping a young roster develop. New co-host, new season, and plenty of questions to answer as a new era of 100% Canucks gets underway.

John Shannon is joined by longtime Vancouver Canuck Alex Edler on 100% Canucks to discuss his return to the organization and the beginning of a new chapter in player development. After a 17-year NHL career, Edler reflects on adjusting to retirement and why he doesn't necessarily miss the daily grind of playing, even if the camaraderie, competition, and feeling of being part of the biggest games are harder to replace. Now back in Vancouver as Director of Player Development, Edler explains why joining the Canucks' new management group was an easy decision and what he hopes to bring to the organization's young players. He looks back on his own experience arriving in Canada as a young Swedish prospect and the importance of having veterans like Mattias Öhlund and Daniel and Henrik Sedin there to help him adjust. Edler also discusses how much the NHL has changed since he entered the league, the increased speed of today's game, and what young players need to do to continue adapting. He reflects on finishing his playing career in Los Angeles and why the change proved valuable for both him and his family. Now, Edler hopes to pass along the lessons he learned over nearly two decades in the NHL by building relationships with Canucks prospects and giving them the support they need on their own path to Vancouver.Plus, John closes the show with some news about the future of 100% Canucks and a new co-host joining the podcast.

John Shannon sits down with the newest member of the Vancouver Canucks, Brendan Gallagher, for a conversation about coming home, leaving Montreal behind, and beginning the next chapter of his NHL career. Gallagher discusses the excitement of playing in his hometown and the adjustment that comes with changing teams after spending his entire NHL career with the Canadiens. He reflects on his years in Montreal, some of his favourite memories, and the support he received from teammates through both the highs and the difficult moments of his career. The conversation turns to what Gallagher hopes to bring to Vancouver, including his approach to leadership, building relationships, and finding his place within an established Canucks dressing room. He also talks about the similarities between two passionate Canadian hockey markets and what he's learned about handling the expectations that come with them. Away from the rink, Gallagher shares what life has been like following the recent arrival of his second child and what it means to begin this new stage of his career closer to family. John also closes a chapter for 100% Canucks, announcing Landon Ferraro's departure from the show as he moves on to a new opportunity and thanking him for everything he's brought to the podcast.

John Shannon sits down with Vancouver Canucks fan favourite Cliff Ronning for an honest and heartfelt conversation about a career defined by determination over size. Ronning traces his path from the New Westminster Bruins to living out his dream of playing for the Vancouver Canucks, crediting coaches like Pat Quinn for seeing past his stature and believing in what he could bring to the game. He revisits the heartbreak of the 1994 Stanley Cup Final — a run that united a city and came agonizingly close — and reflects on the culture and leadership that made that team so special. Ronning also opens up about life after hockey, his family, and the growth of the game in Europe, particularly in Germany.  The conversation closes with Ronning offering a message to new Canucks head coach Manny Malhotra, emphasizing that patience and respect are the foundations of any successful team.

John Shannon sits down with veteran defenceman Luke Schenn as he explains why he's returned to the Vancouver Canucks for the third time as a free agent.  After spending the offseason in Kelowna, Schenn opens up about his deep connection to British Columbia and his belief in the direction of the organization under the current management team. He traces his journey from being a high draft pick for the Toronto Maple Leafs in 2008 to his recent career resurgence, touching on the special experience of playing alongside his brother Brayden Schenn in Philadelphia and the highlight of winning the Stanley Cup with Tampa Bay. Schenn also reflects on how the game has evolved, crediting his work with Adam Oates for sharpening his ability to make plays under pressure. The conversation closes with Schenn discussing his role as a mentor to the Canucks' young core and his philosophy on building team culture through hard work, respect, and accountability.

John Shannon sits down with Vancouver Canucks legend Stan Smyl for a heartfelt look back at one of the most unique careers in franchise history. Smyl traces his remarkable journey from drafted player to assistant coach, interim general manager, and now team ambassador — a path that kept him connected to the only NHL organization he's ever known. He shares his optimism about the current rebuild and the growing excitement around new leadership under Daniel and Henrik Sedin and GM Ryan Johnson. The conversation turns nostalgic as Smyl pays tribute to his junior coach Ernie "Punch" McLean, crediting him as one of the defining influences on his career and on the storied New Westminster Bruins. He also looks back on the 1982 Stanley Cup Finals and recalls what it was like breaking into the league on a rookie line alongside Thomas Gradin and Curt Fraser.  Throughout it all, Smyl's deep love for Vancouver and its passionate hockey fanbase shines through.

Landon Ferraro and John Shannon sit down with Vancouver Canucks third overall pick Caleb Malhotra fresh off the draft and development camp. Caleb walks through his journey from Chilliwack to the OHL with Brantford — where he put up 26 points in 44 regular season games and 17 points in 22 playoff games — before committing to Boston University for his NCAA career. He opens up about the emotion of being drafted by his childhood team and what it meant to put on a Canucks jersey on draft day. The conversation gets personal as Caleb reflects on growing up with Manny Malhotra as both a father and a coach, and how the two always kept those roles clearly separate. Landon also draws on his own experience as the son of a former NHL player, sharing insights on managing expectations and the unique pressures that come with a famous hockey last name. The episode wraps with Caleb discussing his summer training ahead of the World Junior Summer Showcase and his eagerly anticipated NCAA debut at Boston University.