Matt and Blake discuss the list of 27 players invited to the Canucks' Young Stars tournament, including whom they're most interested to see and which guys actually have a chance to play NHL games this season. Other topics include whether Thatcher Demko should be named an alternate captain; feedback from around the hockey world on Quinn Hughes being named captain; the club's defence and how many blue-liners have been needed over the years; and the bizarre controversy about Columbus head coach Mike Babcock allegedly asking to see his players' phones/photos. Patrick Johnston joins to talk about the Hughes appointment, Demko's fit in the leadership group, Babcock in Columbus, and the report of a Canucks practice facility being considered for SFU. Andy Dunn stops by with the Vancouver Canadians in Everett for Game 1 of the Northwest League championship. The C's president takes us through a season unlike any other, with extraordinary late-game heroics and an impeccable home record at the Nat, Andy lauds the players, managers and fans. He also previews the series versus Everett, and tells us why Nat Bailey Stadium is the best home-field advantage in the league. Presented by Applewood Auto Group.Follow us on social (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok & YouTube). Powered by Go Goat SportsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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