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Jan 27, 2026: Demko done, Kane wants out, Lekkerimäki gets in

Ep. 1838

A gameday for the Canucks, but it's a news day for Matt and Blake! The guys have all the details of the Canucks announcment on Thatcher Demko's injury and what it means for the future of the crease in Vancouver. They also have the latest on the Evander Kane trade situation and if it's likely the player is moved. Also, the Canucks drop Lekkerimäki back into a good spot right away, and other lineup notes vs the Sharks. Kevin Woodley from InGoal magazine stops by for an emergency hit with the boys and has the lowdown on what's ahead for Demko, both short and long term, the Canucks goaltending situation going forward, and any regrets for the Canucks over contract extensions to both guys in the crease? Cam Robinson joins from Elite Prospects to get into all the news on Demko and Kane. He also weighs in on the goaltender dempth for the Canucks and who might be the goalie of the future. Cam talks about the updated draft rankings and if Gavin McKenna is gaining steam again, plus who would the Canucks choose at number 3? He also has thoughts on the availability of former 4th pick, Shane Wright, in Seattle and whether the Canucks should pursue. All that, plus the guys finish up with the latest from the Vancouver Canadians and all the changes they have planned for this year at the Nat! Also, the Whitecaps open preseason in Spain, Ali Ahmed is dominating with Norwich City, and the Seahawks and Pats defy the odds.


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