This is a clip from our Patreon bonus episode Kraken Expansion Draft w/ Brendan Batchelor where Arash and Ryan react and break down to the players selected by the Seattle Kraken In this clip, Vancouver Canucks radio play by play voice Brendan Batchelor hops on to discuss the Kraken selecting Kole Lind and the possibilities of a Braden Holtby trade. Also in the episode, the fellas discuss the ups and downs of the live production, the Carolina Panthers and answer a few questions. Available to PON Patreon backers pledging $5+ a month. Get access to our weekly bonus content! Pledge a coupla bucks at www.patreon.com/pucksonnet

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A Clip From: Kraken Expansion Draft w/ Brendan Batchelor (Patreon Exclusive)

We took a week off and man did we return to one hell of a lot of news! Geeta, Arash and Ryan get on Zoom this week to discuss the wild list of players exposed to Seattle in the expansion draft this week. Will Seattle pickup Carey Price? Maybe a Vladimir Tarasenko? And just how many backdoor/drawer deals are being made right now? They discuss the Vancouver Canucks' trade with Dallas for Jason Dickinson, what he can bring to the bottom six in Vancouver and what this means for re-signings and contracts going forward. They also touch on the Ryan Ellis trade, answer some great listener questions and perform some Frasier reader's theatre. Support the show on Patreon! Pledge a coupla bucks ($5+) for access to our bonus content: video podcasts, Pucks On Net: Game Changers Part 2  and our weekly '5 Minutes For Paying'. On this week's segment:The gang continues to talk about the expansion draft, pointless mock drafts and just what the Canucks might do in the next week. They also gear up for PON Summer Vacation. Visit www.patreon.com/pucksonnet Click here to purchase PON merchandise. Follow us on Spotify Follow us on Twitter  Follow us on InstagramLike us on Facebook Sign up for our email newsletter

307 - Come As You Are (Exposed in the expansion draft)

The Montreal Canadiens live to fight another day. And that day is a Wednesday. It's just Ryan and Arash this week on the show. Geeta's vacation request forms were approved and processed so she'll be back next week. The boys watch game 4 of the Stanley Cup final and reflect on a rather unremarkable and unfortunate effort from the Canadiens. They look at how deep the Tampa Bay Lightning are and what they could look like going forward. The boys answer some great listener questions, Arash deals with a rude Maple Leafs fan at Pomegranate and the show ends in the most nonsensical way in PON history!  Support the show on Patreon! Pledge a coupla bucks ($5+) for access to our bonus content: video podcasts, Pucks On Net: Game Changers Part 2  and our weekly '5 Minutes For Paying'. On this week's segment:Ryan and Arash recover from the incredible end of tonight's episode. Ryan discusses his weekend getting a bit too much sun, Arash tries to buy a Phoebe Bridgers album and the boys reminisce about the Heat Dome! Visit www.patreon.com/pucksonnet Click here to purchase PON merchandise. Follow us on Spotify Follow us on Twitter  Follow us on InstagramLike us on Facebook Sign up for our email newsletter

306 - North And South, You Can't Catch Josh Anderson

You thought it was hot last week, it's even HOTTER this week in British Columbia. Geeta, Arash and Ryan get together this week for a literal Satellite Hot Stove edition of the podcast to discuss the Montreal Canadiens advancing to the Stanley Cup Final, their predictions for the series and fall out from the conference finals. (33:27) Content warning.  We discuss the very serious and disgusting sexual abuse allegations regarding the Chicago Blackhawks and the impact it could have on the game and the National Hockey League. We also answer some great listener questions and do our best to endure the great Metro Vancouver Heat Dome! Support the show on Patreon! Pledge a coupla bucks ($5+) for access to our bonus content: video podcasts, Pucks On Net: Game Changers Part 2  and our weekly '5 Minutes For Paying'. Visit www.patreon.com/pucksonnet Click here to purchase PON merchandise. Follow us on Spotify Follow us on Twitter  Follow us on InstagramLike us on Facebook Sign up for our email newsletter

305 - The Vancouver Heat Dome & The Montréal Cup Final Berth

It's 30 degrees in Vancouver, time to buy some black skate jerseys and talk about the great frozen game. Arash joins Ryan at his West End studio apartment to discuss the lopsided victory in the Tampa Bay Lightning / New York Islanders game 5. Both conference finals are now best of threes but all anyone wants to talk about is the questionable and confusing officiating by Chris Lee and his crew. They discuss the first batch of NHL award winners, Kirill Kaprizov's contract negotiations hitting a snag and answer some great listener questions... and there were some GREAT ones this week. Support the show on Patreon! Pledge a coupla bucks ($5+) for access to our bonus content: video podcasts, Pucks On Net: Game Changers Part 2  and our weekly '5 Minutes For Paying'. Visit www.patreon.com/pucksonnet Click here to purchase PON merchandise. Follow us on Spotify Follow us on Twitter  Follow us on InstagramLike us on Facebook Sign up for our email newsletter

304 - Heatwave '21

This episode was originally our June 2020 bonus episode. But since the Canucks unfortunately lost game 7 ten years ago today, we figured we would release it to the world. Want to help support the show? Pledge a coupla bucks over at www.patreon.com/pucksonnet Ryan and Paul take the deepest of dives into the storied 2010/11 Vancouver Canucks season. From the wheeling and dealing of draft picks to bring in defensive depth, to adding key free agent pieces in the summer to their crucial trade deadline acquisitions, they discuss it all. They discuss the team's incredibly dominant regular season which earned them the organization's first President's Trophy. They also go round by round breaking down key games and storylines. From Burrow's dragon slaying in round one, Ryan Kesler's domination over Nashville in round two and to the power play destruction vs San Jose in round 3. Oh, and they talk about the Stanley Cup Final against the Boston Bruins and the countless injuries that the Canucks just could not recover from. Put on a pot of coffee, this is a long show with the highest of highs and lowest of lows.

The 2010/11 Vancouver Canucks Season (Patreon Exclusive Content)

Well the Vancouver Canucks took care of business with the coaching staff and we can all exhale ... for now. Ryan, Geeta and Arash get on Zoom this week to discuss the Ian Clark being re-signed by the Canucks while newcomer Brad Shaw enters the fold and the impact he could have on the team. They also discuss the third round of the playoffs, what went wrong in Colorado and Arash and Ryan get in another argument about whether Sidney Crosby is tradable or not. Support the show on Patreon! Pledge a coupla bucks ($5+) for access to our bonus content: video podcasts, Pucks On Net: Game Changers Part 2  and our weekly '5 Minutes For Paying'. On this week's bonus segment: The gang discuss bad parental phone etiquette and Ryan plays the role of chauffeur for his mom on a Saturday night ... for a price. Visit www.patreon.com/pucksonnet Click here to purchase PON merchandise. Follow us on Spotify Follow us on Twitter  Follow us on InstagramLike us on Facebook Sign up for our email newsletter

303 - Ian Clark: Fan Favourite

This is a clip from our Patreon bonus episode Pucks On Net: Game Changers Part 2, where Geeta and Ryan continue to discuss the Mighty Ducks: Game Changers series on Disney+ In this clip, Ryan and Geeta continue to greatly dislike Evan, who is a selfish snake in the grass after he practices with the Mighty Ducks. Ryan makes a Boy Meets World comparison in the process. Also in the episode, they chat about Alex's addiction to winning and the will they/won't they saga between herself and coach Gordon Bombay. They break down the road to the state championship, the flawed ending and offer a couple ideas how they could have properly wrapped up the season. Available to PON Patreon backers pledging $5+ a month. Get access to our weekly bonus content! Pledge a coupla bucks at www.patreon.com/pucksonnet

A Clip From Pucks On Net: Game Changers Part 2 (Patreon Exclusive)

Podcasting in the same room again!? We never thought we'd see the day! Ryan, Arash and Geeta get together in person for the first time EVER to discuss the Winnipeg Jets' 8 game reverse sweep and whether the Montreal Canadiens are either a team of destiny? Or whether it's just another 'Jaroslav Halak gets hot and takes the Habs to the 3rd round' situation. Elsewhere they discuss Zack Hyman's pending free agency, Tyler Toffoli's impact in Montreal and they answer some great listener questions. Support the show on Patreon! Pledge a coupla bucks ($5+) for access to our bonus content: video podcasts, 'Arash & Ryan On The couch'  and our weekly '5 Minutes For Paying'. On this week's bonus video segment: Ryan encounters a softball Karen and Arash takes part in the greatest rivalry of our time: road hockey vs bicycle polo. Visit www.patreon.com/pucksonnet Click here to purchase PON merchandise. Follow us on Spotify Follow us on Twitter  Follow us on InstagramLike us on Facebook Sign up for our email newsletter

302 - L'équipe Du Destin?

Death, taxes and the Toronto Maple Leafs being eliminated in the first round... Ryan, Geeta and Arash get together this week to discuss: 03:22 - Montreal comeback/Toronto collapse. 24:30 - Canucks sign Vasily Podkolzin and some offseason optimism. 45:15 - Second round playoff predictions 59:25 - What do the Toronto Maple Leafs do next?! Support the show on Patreon! Pledge a coupla bucks ($5+) for access to our bonus content: video podcasts, 'Arash & Ryan On The couch'  and our weekly '5 Minutes For Paying'. On this week's bonus video segment: Arash, Geeta and Ryan watch the final minutes of game 7 between Toronto and Montreal. Visit www.patreon.com/pucksonnet Click here to purchase PON merchandise. Follow us on Spotify Follow us on Twitter  Follow us on InstagramLike us on Facebook Sign up for our email newsletter

301 - The Tradition Continues...

 This is a clip from our Patreon bonus episode Arash & Ryan On The Couch - Parasite and Worker, where Ryan and Arash get together IN PERSON to watch some Stanley Cup playoffs and chat about the great frozen game. In this clip, Arash asks Ryan if he'd be comfortable with the Vancouver Canucks trading their first round pick this year for a cost controlled younger NHL player. It's not the worst idea he's heard.  Also in the episode, Ron MacLean putting his foot in his mouth, the Florida Man series, Arash's love for the Minnesota Wild and the resolution of PON CakeGate. Available to PON Patreon backers pledging $5+ a month. Get access to our weekly bonus content! Pledge a coupla bucks at www.patreon.com/pucksonnet 

A Clip From Arash & Ryan On The Couch (Patreon Exclusive)

It's our 300th episode! Arash, Geeta and Ryan welcome a plethora of guests as they share some PON memories over the seven and a half years since episode #1 was recorded in September 2013. Canucks Conversations' Chris Faber, Jyrki21, PON original co-hosts Dave McPhail and Sheila Scott, PON step-dad Jeff and Ryan Hank of the PP1 Podcast all join the show to share some memories and laughs. Support the show on Patreon! Pledge a coupla bucks ($5+) for access to our bonus content: video podcasts, 'Pucks On Net: Game Changers'  and our weekly '5 Minutes For Paying'. Visit www.patreon.com/pucksonnet Click here to purchase PON merchandise. Follow us on Spotify Follow us on Twitter  Follow us on InstagramLike us on Facebook Sign up for our email newsletter

The 300th Episode of Pucks On Net

The Stanley Cup Playoffs are here and so is some beautiful weather in British Columbia. The Vancouver Canucks continue to play mean nothing hockey too, but what else is new? Arash, Geeta and Ryan hit Zoom on a Monday night to discuss a WILD opening weekend of action in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. The Florida Man series aka The Sunshine Showdown is going to save the NHL and bring interest back for the playoffs.  But off the top of the show they discuss the uncertainty in the Vancouver Canucks' front office the rumblings of Geoff Courtnall's involvement with the team and the red flags that come with it. They also announce a new Patreon contest (for new and existing monthly backers), create a pool for when the PON Emergency Episode will take place and answer some listener questions. Support the show on Patreon! Pledge a coupla bucks ($5+) for access to our bonus content: video podcasts, 'Pucks On Net: Game Changers'  and our weekly '5 Minutes For Paying'. On this week's bonus segment: Arash, Geeta and Ryan get excited and plan ahead for life post-vaccine. They also plan the 300th episode of Pucks On Net and talk more about Ryan's weekend trip to Pomegranate. Visit www.patreon.com/pucksonnet Click here to purchase PON merchandise. Follow us on Spotify Follow us on Twitter  Follow us on InstagramLike us on Facebook Sign up for our email newsletter

299 - The Sunshine Showdown

The Canucks are mathematically eliminated from the postseason and none of our questions regarding offseason uncertainty have been answered. Ryan, Geeta and Arash hop on Zoom this week and are excited for the upcoming Florida Man series between the Panthers and the Lightning. What can we expect out of these two incredibly skilled teams who are set to take on each other for the first time ever in the playoffs. Closer to home they discuss Jack Rathbone's eye raising first few games for the Vancouver Canucks. After impressive showings offensively and defensively there is some delightful optimism going forward. They also discuss what they are hoping to see out of the team in their final five games. They also discuss the New York Rangers' chaos, the Travis Green negotiations (or what's left of them) and answer some great listener questions. The gang also gets a one star review! Support the show on Patreon! Pledge a coupla bucks ($5+) for access to our bonus content: video podcasts, 'Pucks On Net: Game Changers'  and our weekly '5 Minutes For Paying'. On this week's bonus segment: Arash discusses his big anniversary and his girlfriend takes him to a wild graffiti house. Visit www.patreon.com/pucksonnet Follow us on Spotify Follow us on Twitter  Follow us on InstagramLike us on Facebook Sign up for our email newsletter

298 - You Are Now Entering The Bone Zone

The Vancouver Canucks had another difficult week on and off the ice and the weight of the situation is definitely taking it's toll. Geeta, Arash and Ryan gather around the USB mics this week to discuss far too many remaining games for the Canucks, who just continue to get more injured and burnt out with every passing day. Arash also discusses his Monday night covering the team in the building for the Botchford Project. They touch on and discuss the very serious sexual assault allegations against Jake Virtanen and discuss the lack of a suspension for Tom Wilson and a statement made by the New York Rangers the likes of which have never been seen before. They answer some great listener questions and discuss Arash and Geeta's big wager (which Geeta was victorious in!) Support the show on Patreon! Pledge a coupla bucks ($5+) for access to our bonus content: video podcasts, 'Pucks On Net: Game Changers'  and our weekly '5 Minutes For Paying'. On this week's bonus segment: The gang discusses the Vancouver Canucks moving their AHL farm team to Abbotsford, the illustrious home of Ryan Schaap. Visit www.patreon.com/pucksonnet Follow us on Spotify Follow us on Twitter  Follow us on InstagramLike us on Facebook Sign up for our email newsletter

297 - The Never-Ending Season

A Vancouver hockey podcast that doesn't talk about fantasy OR fancy stats. A loose, conversational based hockey podcast with a round table format. The show features a weekly assortment of good friends talking hockey, telling stories and trying not to take themselves too seriously. Sound quality: 11/10

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