Episodes

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Sept. 2, 2021

September 1 2021 - Cammi Granato (Olympian & NHL Scout), Patrick Johnston (Canucks Reporter)

Fresh off another golden goal, Hockey Hall of Famer, Cammi Granato joined Matt and Blake to recap the game and talk about the state of Women's Hockey. Patrick Johnston dropped by to, hopefully for a last time, utter the names of Eriksson and Virtanen and to talk offer sheets. It's Wednesday so it's Blake's turn to sizzle, will it happen? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Sept. 1, 2021

August 31 2021 - Wade Macleod (Pro Hockey Player), Gregg Bell (Seahawks Reporter), Rick Campbell (Head Coach of the BC Lions)

Professional Hockey Player, Wade MacLeod joined the show to talk about his incredible journey through cancer and four brain surgeries and his road back to the game he loves and refusing to let cancer decide when he hangs up the skates. BC Lions Head Coach, Rick Campbell hopped on with the guys to sum up the first four weeks of the season, heading into a well timed bye-week. He addressed the QB situation and how he hopes it plays out. It was cut-day at Hawks camp. Seahawks beat reporter, Gregg Be...
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Aug. 31, 2021

August 30 2021 - Vanni Sartini (Whitecaps Interim Head Coach), John Shannon (NHL Insider), Arpon Basu (The Athletic)

Back from the weekend and we have some major show news. The Welcome Matt announces a familiar face but new member to the Sekeres & Price Team in the digital space. The Vancouver Whitecaps interim head coach Vanni Sartini catches us with Matt & Blake after the weekend's win and his new role and if he expects to stick around. John Shannon gets us caught up on all the latest around the NHL including the offer sheet heard around the league and when John thinks we could hear about NHL player particip...
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Aug. 28, 2021

August 27 2021 - Paul Dolan (TSN), Allison Forsyth (Olympian & Sports Advocate), Gabriel Morency (Sports Rage on SiriusXM)

We end the week with some breaking news from Vancouver Whitecaps FC. Paul Dolan from TSN joins us to chat about the firing of Marc Dos Santos and the shocking loss to Pacific FC. Allison Forsyth, Olympian and safe sports advocate talks Tokyo 2020 and how she supports players in the sports world. And on the day single-game betting becomes legal in Canada, we connect with an old friend Gabriel Morency from SportsGrid on Sirius XM. With Wadden away on vacation he submits a Hot Take for his regular ...
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Aug. 27, 2021

August 26 2021 - Hart Levine (Puckpedia), Pa-Modou Kah (Pacific FC), Thomas Drance (The Athletic)

With Andrew Wadden away on vacation the Wadden 3000 steps into the producer booth. Hart Levine from Puckpedia stops by for the first time in the digital space. Head coach of Canadian Premier League club Pacific FC, Pa-Modou Kah, gives us an insight into the first match against the Vancouver Whitecaps. Blake in the Price is Right marks a big day in Canadian Men’s Soccer with the UCL draw and the CMNT’s roster revealed for World Cup qualifying. Thomas Drance from the Vancast and The Athletic gives...
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Aug. 26, 2021

August 25 2021 - Kristian Jack (VP Media & Content CPL), Joey Votto (Cincinnati Reds First Baseman), Patrick Johnston (Post Media Canucks Reporter)

Jam packed show with a former MVP in the lineup. The Welcome Matt looks at the Athletic’s fan confidence poll and how the Canucks landed 29th out of 32 teams on the poll. Soccer insider Kristian Jack follows and previews the Canadian Championship match between the Whitecaps and Pacific FC Thursday evening from Victoria, tells us why Ryan Gauld is so special for the ‘Caps, why he’s not concerned that Canada won’t get it’s full squad in World Cup qualifying, and why he thinks that Canada should be...
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Aug. 25, 2021

August 24 2021 - Bo Hedges (Paralympic Athlete Wheelchair Basketball), Charean Williams (Pro Football Hall of Fame), Connor Bedard (Regina Pats Centre)

Lots on the menu for today’s show including the return of our long-time NFL insider. The Welcome Matt looks at the Seattle Seahawks and how this season could be the last dance for the Pete Carroll and Russell Wilson era. Canadian Paralympic athlete Bo Hedges follows and tells us about his fourth experience at the Paralympics, and tells us about his journey as a wheelchair basketball player. NFL insider Charean Williams follows Hashtags - the best and worst of Twitter, and tells us why she believ...
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Aug. 24, 2021

August 23 2021 - Richard Zussman (Global BC Reporter), John Shannon (NHL Insider / Co-Host Bob McCown Podcast), Colin Miller (Vancouver Whitecaps Commentator)

Back for another great week of shows after an eventful weekend. The Welcome Matt focuses on the tragic stories of the passing of three Delta Hockey Academy players who died in a car accident, and of former NHL player Jimmy Hayes who was found dead in his home on Monday. Richard Zussman from Global tells us what the restrictions are for those that are unvaccinated in British Columbia going to sports events and playing in recreational sports. NHL insider John Shannon follows Hashtags - the best an...
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Aug. 21, 2021

August 20 2021 - Richard Zussman (Global TV), Axel Schuster (CEO / Sporting Director Whitecaps FC), Kevin Woodley (In-Goal Magazine / NHL.com)

Last show of the week and it’s a good one. The Welcome Matt looks at the mixed messaging from BC provincial health officer Dr.Bonnie Henry who was taking selfies with fans at the BC Lions game on Thursday without wearing a mask. Global news reporter Richard Zussman joins and tells us that Dr. Henry acknowledged that people were concerned about her taking selfies with fans, what her plans are for when she attends the Whitecaps game on Saturday, and why there will be changes to the COVID protocols...
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Aug. 20, 2021

August 19 2021 - Farhan Lalji (TSN / Farhan & Moj Podcast), Amar Doman (New BC Lions Owner), Victor Montagliani (CONCACAF President)

Football both on the gridiron and the pitch take centre stage on this episode. The Welcome Matt looks at the bizarre protocols that have been put in place for the BC Lions first game back at BC Place in 656 days. CFL insider Farhan Lalji follows and tells us why he thinks the BC Lions need to move its practice facility out of Surrey and closer to Vancouver, why the team needs new voices in the front office to revamp the marketing, who he thinks will be kicking for the Lions, and whether or not t...
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Aug. 19, 2021

August 18 2021 - Rob Braley (Son of former BC Lions Owner David Braley), Rick LeLacheur (BC Lions President), Patrick Johnston (Post Media Vancouver Canucks Reporter)

Big show with some major news from the BC Lions to chew on. The Welcome Matt looks at the legacy of former BC Lions owner David Braley and how when he went away from the team that’s when things started to go down hill for the Leos. The son of former BC Lions owner David Braley, Rob Braley joins next and expands on the sale of the team, tells us about his late fathers love of the CFL, and why he thinks this new ownership group are the right people to take over the franchise. BC Lions president Ri...
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Aug. 18, 2021

August 17 2021 - Gregg Bell (The New Tribune Seahawks Reporter), Jeff Paterson (Canucks Reporter)

Massive show with a big announcement to let the audience in on. The Welcome Matt dives into the NHL’s decision to have corporate patches on their jerseys next season. The Price is Right looks at Alphonso Davies and how the Bayern-Munich star could be the difference for Canada in the CONCACAF Octagonal final round. Seahawks insider Gregg Bell joins and tells us that the ‘Hawks knew when they acquired Jamal Adams that he would eventually get the huge contract that he got on Tuesday, why the ‘Hawks...
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Aug. 17, 2021

August 16 2021 - Roger Sloan (Canadian PGA Tour Player), John Shannon (NHL Insider/Bob McCown Podcast), Jeff Paterson (Canucks Reporter)

Back for another big week of shows with Blake Price back from vacation. The Welcome Matt looks at the BC Lions and Vancouver Whitecaps returning home and the challenges they’ll face with COVID cases rising across the province. Canadian PGA Tour pro Roger Sloan follows and tells us about his weekend at the Wyndham Classic after finishing tied for second while climbing his way up the FedEx standings. Our Monday NHL insider John Shannon follows Hashtags - the best and worst of Twitter, and gives us...
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Aug. 14, 2021

August 13 2021 - Dan Shulman (Toronto Blue Jays Play-By-Play), Caileigh Filmer & Hillary Janssens (Canadian Bronze Medal Olympians), Tom Mayenknecht (Host of The Sport Market)

Last show of the week with so much to dive into. The Welcome Matt looks at the Field of Dreams game and how the MLB found a compelling new backdrop for its product. Toronto Blue Jays play-by-play announcer Dan Shulman follows and tells us about how cool he thought the Field of Dreams game was, why he thinks that Alek Manoah is the real deal, and tells us how important this weekend series is for both the Jays and Mariners. Canadian Olympic bronze medalists Caileigh Filmer and Hillary Janssens fol...
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Aug. 13, 2021

August 12 2021 - David Quadrelli (Canucks Army Managing Editor), Giulio Caravatta (BC Lions Radio Colour Analyst), Colin Miller (Vancouver Whitecaps FC Radio Colour Analyst)

Another day, another jam packed show! The Welcome Matt looks at the importance of getting Elias Pettersson and Quinn Hughes’ contracts done before the Canucks open training camp next month. David Quadrelli from Canucks Army joins and says that he’s surprised by the public backlash of Elias Pettersson’s comments he made to a Swedish media member, and tells us why he thinks that Mikey DiPietro will be successful in the NHL. Giulio Caravatta follows Hashtags - the best and worst of Twitter, and giv...
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Aug. 12, 2021

August 11 2021 - Patrick Johnston (Post Media Canucks Reporter), Danielle Lawrie (Olympic Bronze Medalist Women’s Softball), Rob Mullowney (Abbotsford Canucks Chief Operating Officer)

Back in the blanket fort with some juicy quotes from a Canucks star to sink our teeth into. The Welcome Matt looks at the comments that Elias Pettersson made to a Swedish media member, applauding the young star for putting the Canucks management’s feet to the fire. Canucks reporter Patrick Johnston from Post Media follows and tells us that Jim Benning wasn’t taken back from Pettersson’s comments, acknowledges that the Canucks know they need to keep the players happy, how he feels that Pettersson...
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Aug. 11, 2021

August 10 2021 - Harman Dayal (The Athletic), Julia Grosso (Canadian Olympic Gold Medalist)

Another day in the blanket fort with a gold medal show on tap. The Welcome Matt looks at the Canucks order of operations this summer in contract negotiations, wondering why the Elias Pettersson and Quinn Hughes deals are now being on the back burner to get Jason Dickinson deal done first. The Pat Down focuses on the NHL schedule for next season and how logistically it must be a nightmare for the league who still don’t know if they’re going to send its players to the Winter Olympic Games in China...
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Aug. 10, 2021

August 9 2021 - John Shannon (Former Executive Producer HNIC/Bob McCown Podcast), Evan Dunfee (Olympic Bronze Medal Winner Race Walking)

Back for another week of shows with Sekeres back in the drivers seat. The Welcome Matt celebrates British Columbia’s representation among the Canadians that won medals in Tokyo. The Pat Down looks at the Whitecaps run of draws, and despite racking up single points, the fact of the matter is the ‘Caps haven’t won a game in 13 matches. Our Monday NHL insider John Shannon follows Hashtags - the best and worst of Twitter and tells us about the challenges the broadcasters faced at the Tokyo Olympic G...
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Aug. 7, 2021

August 6 2021 - Rhian Wilkinson (Canada Soccer U20 Head Coach), Giulio Caravatta (BC Lions Colour Analyst), Ryan Gauld (Vancouver Whitecaps FC Midfielder), Sasha Andrews (Former Canada National Soccer Team)

Last show of the week and it comes on a day where Canadian sports history was made. The Pat Down looks at the incredible accomplishment of the Canadian women’s soccer team, and gives a tip of the cap to Deanne Rose whose goal extended the penalty shootout which Canada eventually prevailed to win. Former Canadian national team player and current assistant coach with England’s national team Rhian Wilkinson joins next and tells us how all the grassroots programs across Canada can take a piece of th...
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Aug. 6, 2021

August 5 2021 - John Herdman (Head Coach CANMNT Soccer), Thomas Drance (The Athletic), Charean Williams (Pro Football Talk & Pro Football Hall of Fame)

Big show in store, on a day where Canada racks up another medal at the Olympic Games. The Pat Down takes aim at those that clapped back at J-Pat’s sarcastic tweet about skateboarding in the Olympics, stating that any athlete that can compete with a cell phone in their pocket shouldn’t be in the games. Canada’s men’s soccer team head coach John Herdman follows and explains how the women’s team has nothing to lose in the gold medal game versus Sweden, tells us why Canada’s men’s side continues to ...
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Aug. 5, 2021

August 4 2021 - Robert Esmie (1996 Canadian Olympic Gold Medalist 4x100m), Craig J Button (TSN Director of Scouting), Farhan Lalji (TSN & Farhan and Moj Podcast)

Big day at the Olympics for Canada and we talk about all of that on this episode. The Pat Down looks at the lack of faith the betting outlets have for the BC Lions this season. Former Canadian gold medal sprinter Robert Esmie follows and explains how Andre De Grasse was able to break through and win gold in the 200 metres. Craig Button follows Hashtags - the best and worst of Twitter and tells us why Canada is not at the Ivan Hlinka/Gretzky tournament this summer, why he thinks that Marc Andre-F...
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Aug. 4, 2021

August 3 2021 - Sheng Peng (San Jose Hockey Now Reporter), Harman Dayal (The Athletic), Andrea Neil (Former Canadain Soccer Player)

Back from a long weekend with a big show lined up. The Pat Down looks at the allegations towards Evander Kane and how the NHL, despite stating they're looking into the allegations, picks and chooses which serious allegation it actually investigates into. Sheng Peng from San Jose Hockey Now tells us what the latest is on the Kane situation and what his status is with the Sharks and the NHL. Harman Dayal follows Hashtags - the best and worst of Twitter, and tells us what is holding up the Elias Pe...
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July 31, 2021

July 30 2021 - Paul Dolan (Whitecaps FC Colour Analyst), Rick Dhaliwal (Co-Host Donnie & Dhali), Ian Furness (KJR Sports Talk Seattle)

Last show before the long weekend hits with Jeff Paterson subbing for a vacationing Sekeres. The Pat Down focuses on the Elias Pettersson and Quinn Hughes contract extensions that two days away from August still haven’t been signed. Vancouver Whitecaps FC television colour analyst Paul Dolan follows and breaks down what went wrong for Canada’s men’s national team versus Mexico in the Gold Cup semis, why the Mexican supporters need to be disciplined, and tells us that the Ryan Gauld transaction b...
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July 30, 2021

July 29 2021 - Kevin Woodley (In-Goal Magazine), Thomas Drance (The Athletic), Jeff Paterson (Canucks Reporter)

Big show lined up with so much happening in the NHL, NBA and MLB. The Welcome Matt draws comparisons between the moves the Canucks have made this offseason to those that their division rivals to the North the Edmonton Oilers. Kevin Woodley from In-Goal magazine joins next and gives his thoughts on the Canucks signing Jaroslav Halak, why he feels that next season is going to be more taxing on goaltenders, why he doesn’t think that Halak would be interested in being involved in a backup tandem wit...