With Darren on vacation, Mike is thrilled to be joined by Post Media's Canucks Reporter Patrick Johnston. PJ provides his analysis and insight into the Canucks series with the Nashville Predators so far, and how Vancouver has come out with a 3-1 series lead.  Some injury news; what is he hearing about Thatcher Demko and Casey DeSmith? Is Pettersson injured? Hughes? This and a lot more in an exciting episode of Canucks Mafia!

Mike and Darren discuss the first two games of the Canucks opening round playoff series against the Nashville Predators and what Vancouver has to do in game 3 and going forward to be successful. We analyze the Thatcher Demko injury, Elias Pettersson's poor play and who needs to step up!

Mike and Darren are thrilled to be joined by Vancouver Sports Media personality, Jeff Paterson to discuss some Canucks playoff hockey!  Vancouver hasn't made the playoffs since 2020, the bubble season, so this is the first time in 4 years the Canucks have qualified for the playoffs, and the first time since 2015 that they will be hosting a playoff series in front of fans! JPat breaks down the Canucks first round series versus the Nashville Predators. What will the Canucks need to do to win?...

On a huge day for the Canucks and their fans, Mike and Darren discuss the news of Elias Pettersson's new 8-year contract extension. What does this mean for the future of the Canucks? How does this effect their Trade Deadline and off-season strategy? Check out the latest on this monumental day in Canucks history!

Mike is pleased to be joined by Niq Velji (@NiqhilVelji) to discuss the Canucks new acquisition, Elias Lindholm. Massive news for a team with Stanley Cup aspirations and how getting ahead of the market will pay huge dividends. Are the Canucks done tweaking their roster? Are they legit Stanley Cup contenders? Listen for answers and insights to all things Canucks!

Mike and Darren catchup after a long break and discuss if the Canucks are legit contenders, Jonathan Lekkerimäki and the World Juniors, and the EP40 contract

In this episode, Mike and Darren discuss the Canucks wonderful 6-2-1 start. Is this team for real? Is regression coming? They dissect the start, the numbers, and their assessment of the roster and coaching staff with a new-found tone of optimism and hope!

Mike and Darren are stoked to be joined by Sportsnet650's Bik Nizzar to talk about Conor Garland, Ilya Mikheyev, player point projections and of course, will the Canucks make the playoffs? 

With the new season a mere week away, Mike and Darren talk about their takeaways from the Canucks pre-season, the Pearson/De Smith trade, Quinn Hughes as captain and much, much more. Is it too early to call Vasiliy Podkolzin a bust? Who's impressed in camp and pre-season? Tune in to hear our thoughts!

Mike and Darren discuss the NHL Entry Draft where the Canucks selected 7 players, including Swedish Defenseman Tom Willander 11th overall. How did we like the Canucks picks? We also discuss the Canucks signing Carson Soucy, Ian Cole and Teddy Blueger.  Let's just say we aren't pissed, and that's a nice change!

Mike and Darren talk about the big OEL buyout and what it means for the Canucks in 2023 and beyond.

Mike and Darren are thrilled to be joined by the "AMAZING" Jeff Paterson in our year end Canucks episode. Jeff details the Canucks season, his expectations for the team going forward, his thoughts on the perception (from few fans) that the Canucks media is too negative and his very Canucks friendly Stanley Cup Finals prediction (please detect the sarcasm here...)! You can follow Jeff on Twitter at @patersonjeff and listen to his Rink Wide Podcast (@rinkwideVAN) as well as read his Canucks...

On this episode Mike and Darren sigh a lot because the Canucks are a complete and utter disaster. Join us as we have a super positive and happy chat about the Canucks!

In this episode, Mike and Darren discuss the Canucks latest addition, Vitali Kravtsov. Was it a good deal for Vancouver? Also, how many trades do we expect the Canucks to make at the deadline next week? And who do we expect to see leave? 

Mike and Darren discuss the big Bo Horvat trade and look ahead to some other names that might be moved.

Mike and Darren are thrilled to have Patrick Johnston from The Province on to discuss the Bruce Boudreau fiasco. Did the organization handle this poorly? Who's to blame? How did we get to this point? We also discuss the Canucks new coach, Rick Tocchet and what the Canucks will do at the trade deadline. Canucks Mafia is also proud to introduce our new betting segment with BetStamp!

In this episode, Mike and Darren provide their letter grades and brief analysis for each Canuck player at the halfway point of a very disappointing season.  A couple of Fs and only one A+. Can you guess who? Disagree with any of our assessments? Please feel free to comment or respectfully debate!

In episode 53, Mike and Darren fittingly discuss the incredible season Bo Horvat is having and what the future looks like for him and the team. They talk about the underwhelming season JT Miller is having, his leadership (or lack thereof), the position this team has put itself in and being 8th worst in the league, should they not just give up and tank for Bedard?

Mike's back from Asia! The guys discuss where the Canucks stand right now, the Bo Horvat contract and trade speculation, as well as Ethan Bear, Luke Schenn and Andrei Kuzmenko. 

On this episode of Canucks Mafia, Darren welcomes the founder of the Area 51 Sports Network, Sean Warren to the show to talk about the crossroads, the fork in the road the Canucks find themselves in yet again. What should happen with Bo Horvat? Can the Canucks choose the wrong path again? 

Mike is pleased to be joined by the legendary Uncle Laleet to discuss the status of the Canucks franchise and their historically poor start to the season. Does the influential  trendsetter have anything up his sleeve? Does he see any major changes being made? 

With the season upon us, Mike and Darren discuss their predictions for the season. Will the Canucks make the playoffs? Where will they finish in the Pacific Division? Also, predictions for every division and final four and Stanley Cup winners! We discuss Canucks players' points projections and give our thoughts on the Dickinson trade as well as the Canucks impressive cap gymnastics, resulting in getting maximum LTIR relief!

In this episode, Mike and Darren discuss ever-present PR nightmares the Canucks find themselves in, including the serious allegations brought forth about owner, Francesco Aquilini and the uncertainty behind new staffer Rachel Doerrie being let go. They also touch on the Canucks pre-season takeaways, Elias Pettersson's strong performances, injuries, roster battles and much more!  

Mike and Darren are back to discuss news and notes from Canucks training camp, including Brock Boeser's injury, the line combos, the first pre-season games and our thought's on The Athletic's projections for the upcoming season!