How Will the New-Look Canucks Defense Work?

Canucks Central

In today's episode, Dan and Sat discuss the team's biggest question mark: the defense. Last year, we didn't see Quinn Hughes and Filip Hronek paired together at camp, but could that change this year? Vancouver seems set to start the season without adding another top-4 defenseman, leaving fans wondering if Hughes and Hronek will be split up to cover more ice time. The duo also dives into how the regular season could shape up, speculating if keeping Hughes and Hronek as a pairing makes sense after their stellar performance last year. However, while this pairing is elite, can the Canucks rely on them for heavy minutes all season long? They also evaluate the Soucy-Myers pairing, questioning whether Carson Soucy can stay healthy and the challenges the team faces if he goes down due to their lack of depth on the left side. Ian Cole’s departure has left a hole in the Canucks' lineup, and they haven't quite replaced his minutes or leadership. Looking ahead, Dan and Sat explore potential trade options in a thin market for defensemen. Could players like Jakob Chychrun, Alexander Romanov, or even Rasmus Andersson be available if their teams underperform? They break down which defenders could be potential fits for the Canucks and what it might take to acquire them.

This Podcast was Produced by Elan Chark

This podcast is produced by Josh Elliott-Wolfe.

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