Canucks Central

Sportsnet

Dan Riccio and Sat Shah have you covered with the most comprehensive Canucks show out there. The only real choice for the die-hard Canucks fan. read less

Our Editor's Take

The Vancouver Canucks have had many highs and lows since joining the NHL in 1970. Their fanbase has remained loyal to the team through all of the trials and tribulations of each season. Canucks Central is a podcast that allows fans to hear the latest team news and updates.

The podcast hosts are not only experienced sports reporters, but also longtime fans of the Canucks. Dan Riccio has been reporting on the team for many years. He began his career in broadcasting at 590 The FAN in Toronto. Satiar Shah has been reporting on the Vancouver Canucks since August 2013. He began his on-air career as a host at TSN 1040 in Vancouver.

The two podcast hosts have a good rapport together. Riccio often jokes around and is more animated. Shah is more analytical and likes to talk about statistics and facts. They both offer a comprehensive overview of the team in a fun, entertaining fashion.

Canucks Central is not active throughout the entire year. The podcast does not release episodes during August and early September. This corresponds with the off-season for the NHL. The podcast becomes active again in mid-September. This is when the pre-season starts up for the league.

When the NHL is in season, the podcast provides post-game coverage of each game. It also offers reporting on player injuries and accomplishments. Front office news and coaching changes are also essential to the podcast. The show uses a holistic approach to reporting on this team. The hosts want to ensure they discuss every aspect of a Canucks season.

The hosts invite special guests to provide additional commentary. Don Taylor, a Canadian broadcaster, joins the podcast each Monday. On occasion, the podcast will do planned bits, such as an "Overrated/Underrated" segment. This focuses on Canucks players and others across the league.

New episodes of Canucks Central air from Monday to Friday weekly.

read less

SportsSports

Commencer ici

The Open: Räty Might Make Things Difficult

The Open: Räty Might Make Things Difficult

Dan and Sat get into The Open as they discuss the stellar play of Aatu Räty so far in the preseason, what he can do to earn a spot in the lineup, and more.This podcast was produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Épisodes

The Open: Räty Might Make Things Difficult

The Open: Räty Might Make Things Difficult

Dan and Sat get into The Open as they discuss the stellar play of Aatu Räty so far in the preseason, what he can do to earn a spot in the lineup, and more.This podcast was produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Frank Seravalli on Allvin's Aggression and Swayman's Status

Frank Seravalli on Allvin's Aggression and Swayman's Status

Dan and Sat welcome back Daily Faceoff's Frank Seravalli to discuss the moves over the offseason for the Canucks, the team's goaltending situation, and other headlines from around the NHL.This podcast was produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

In The Booth: Räty or Not?

In The Booth: Räty or Not?

On this week's show, Brendan Batchelor and Randip Janda discuss Aatu Räty's strong pre-season and the factors that could help him or hurt him from being on the opening night roster. They also break down the Canucks' goaltending situation and answer some listener questions. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Post Game: The Kids Light the Lamp

Post Game: The Kids Light the Lamp

Sat Shah and Bik Nizzar breakdown the Canucks 4-2 loss to the Calgary Flames. Hear from Aatu Raty and Head Coach Rick Tocchet post game. Plus Randip Janda provides his analysis. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Post Game: It's Game 3 of the Pre-Season

Post Game: It's Game 3 of the Pre-Season

Sat Shah and Bik Nizzar breakdown the Canucks 3-1 loss to the Seattle Kraken at Climate Pledge Arena. Hear from Head Coach Rick Tocchet and Tyler Myers post game. Plus Landon Ferraro provides his analysis. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Mailbag Friday: JT Miller's Absence, Special Teams and the Athletics

Mailbag Friday: JT Miller's Absence, Special Teams and the Athletics

Dan and Sat go through Mailbag Friday, going through JT Miller's preseason absence, the Canucks special teams, saying goodbye to the Oakland Athletics and much more.The podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Chris Higgins on the Challenges of Transitioning to the NHL

Chris Higgins on the Challenges of Transitioning to the NHL

Chris Higgins joins the show to talk about some of the challenges that younger players might face making the jump into the NHL. Afterwards Iain MacIntyre drops by to discuss the preseason for the Canucks so far ahead of their game against the Kraken.The podcast is produced by Josh-Elliott Wolfe. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

The Open: The Goalie Story Keeps Developing

The Open: The Goalie Story Keeps Developing

Dan and Sat get into The Open as they discuss everything going on with Ian Clark and his potential exit, what's happening with the goaltending in Vancouver, and more.This podcast was produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Landon Ferraro on Preseason Standouts

Landon Ferraro on Preseason Standouts

Landon Ferraro joins Dan & Sat to talk about his experiences in preseason hockey as well as thoughts on some standouts so far for the Canucks as they head into Seattle on Friday. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Shayna Goldman on Canucks Projections & Player Tiers

Shayna Goldman on Canucks Projections & Player Tiers

Shayna Goldman from The Athletic joins Dan & Sat to discuss some of the player projections for the Canucks this upcoming season, while also breaking down the newest player tiers released by The Athletic including Quinn Hughes shooting up the rankings from last year. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

The Open: Finding Petey's Winger 2.0

The Open: Finding Petey's Winger 2.0

In The Open, Dan & Sat chat about Daniel Sprong's strong showing in Abbotsford last night in a 4-3 OT victory for the Canucks. They dive into other player's on the roster having a stronger look as the pre-season goes on such as Aatu Raty, while Kiefer Sherwood potentially gets a look on a line with Pettersson and DeBrusk. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Post Game: Newcomers Take the Spotlight in the Valley

Post Game: Newcomers Take the Spotlight in the Valley

Sat Shah and Jamie Dodd breakdown the Canucks come from behind 4-3 OT win over the Calgary Flames in exhibition action in Abbotsford. Hear from Head Coach Rick Tocchet (33:04) post game. Plus Randip Janda provides his analysis. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Overrated/Underrated: Räty in the NHL, Carrying 3 Goalies, and Rainy Days

Overrated/Underrated: Räty in the NHL, Carrying 3 Goalies, and Rainy Days

It's Overrated/Underrated as Dan and Sat debate whether the Canucks carrying 3 goalies, Aatu Räty playing games in the NHL, and much more is overrated or underrated.This podcast was produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Woodley on Silovs' Demeanor and Lankinen's Outlook

Woodley on Silovs' Demeanor and Lankinen's Outlook

Dan and Sat are joined by Kevin Woodley of NHL.com and InGoal Magazine to follow up on his report regarding Thatcher Demko's injury, Arturs Silovs' performance in the opening game of the preseason, and Kevin Lankinen's outlook in Vancouver.This podcast was produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

The Open: Aatu Räty Shines and Team Toughness Persists

The Open: Aatu Räty Shines and Team Toughness Persists

It's The Open on Canucks Central as Dan and Sat discuss their takeaways from the opening game of the preseason, including how tough the team played, Aatu Räty's opening game, and much more.This podcast was produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Post Game: Arty Party Can't Stop, Won't Stop

Post Game: Arty Party Can't Stop, Won't Stop

Sat Shah, Dan Riccio breakdown the Canucks 3-1 win over the Seattle Kraken to open the pre-season. Hear from Head Coach Rick Tocchet (38:18) post game. Plus Randip Janda provides his analysis. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Tier Talk is Back!

Tier Talk is Back!

Dan and Sat discuss this year's edition of The Athletic's player tiers and where the Canucks players find themselves this season. Also, the guys are joined by Seattle Kraken play-by-play voice, Everett Fitzhugh, to talk about how the Kraken are shaping up after their offseason.This podcast was produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

The Open: The Bubble Boys Get a Shot

il y a 1 semaine

The Open: The Bubble Boys Get a Shot

Dan and Sat get into The Open as they discuss the opportunities that some of the young players on the Canucks have in their opening pre-season game. Also, the guys talk about what the opening night lineup could look like depending on the pre-season shakes out.This podcast was produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Don Taylor on Lekkerimäki and Preseason Hype

il y a 1 semaine

Don Taylor on Lekkerimäki and Preseason Hype

Dan Riccio and Sat Shah are joined by Don Taylor, who praises Lekkerimäki's performance at Canucks training camp. They discuss what the preseason could look like for Vancouver, which players are unlikely to make the lineup, and which ones are still fighting for the last few spots in the lineup. Then it's Stock Up and Stock Down, where Dan and Sat review which Canucks prospects stocks are rising and falling. Lastly, it's a review of the coaching staff in Vancouvers system, and what the future holds for Head Coach Rick Tocchet. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Chris Mason on Lankinen's Fit in Vancouver

Chris Mason on Lankinen's Fit in Vancouver

Dan Riccio and Sat Shah talk to Nashville Predators analyst Chris Mason about the Canucks newest addition, Kevin Lankinen. They discuss why he chose Vancouver, what his role might look like between the pipes, and his strengths as a netminder. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.