Best Big Deal Blake Podcasts (2025)

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Zohran Mamdani’s Mayoral Upset Over Andrew Cuomo Signals Desire for Change | Jonathan Bailey, Abby Elliott, Brandy & Monica | Wednesday, June 25 27:27

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Jimmy addresses the latest news, like Zohran Mamdani beating Andrew Cuomo in the Democratic mayoral primary, before speaking with Jonathan Bailey, Abby Elliott, Brandy and Monica.

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June 25, 2025: TRADING DAY: Evander Kane to the Canucks, what's next?? 1:43:57

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The Canucks jump into the trade waters and make a deal for Evander Kane from the Oilers.. Blake is joined by guest co-host Jeff Paterson to break down the costs to the Canucks in dollars, cap hit, and PR. The guys debate where this leaves the Canucks going forward as they try to improve for next season, and will a roster player have to leave now if…

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Cam Robinson: What does Kane do (and not do) for the Canucks. What are they doing on draft day? 16:50

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Cam Robinson at the draft for Elite Prospects, with strong opinions on what Kane does and doesn't do for the Canucks. Cam offers up his list of players that could be used to clear space for the Canucks, and then presents a surprise take on what the Canucks will do on draft day. Thank you to our great sponsors: @bet365: It's never ordinary! Download…

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Darren Dreger: How did the Kane trade come to be? Canucks could be very busy over the next couple weeks 23:09

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TSN's Darren Dreger joins to lay out how the Kane trade came to be, and what might be next for a Canucks team that he thinks may be among the busiest in the NHL. Dregs even goes through a rapid fire of players he thinks will be on the move this week. Thank you to our great sponsors: @bet365: It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo…

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Trump Crashes Out with F-Bomb on Live TV After Israel-Iran Ceasefire Boast Blows Up in His Face | Scarlett Johansson, Jay Pharoah | Tuesday, June 24 36:10

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Jimmy addresses the latest news, like Trump boasting about a ceasefire between Iran and Israel that was promptly broken, before speaking with Scarlett Johansson and Jay Pharoah.

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June 24, 2025: Canucks win the Cup(Calder)!! Does MVP Silovs lead to a Demko deal? 1:32:53

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The Canucks are Champions! Matt and Blake recap a big night in Charlotte as Abbotsford wins game 6 of the Calder Cup final! The guys go over all that was learned over the Cup run, and what it means for the future of the coach Manny Malhotra, and key players like Karlsson, Silovs, Klimovich and others. Plus, the trades continue in the NHL but the Ca…

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Frank Corrado: Which Abby Canucks have the right skills to help the big squad next season? Canuck trades incoming. 21:58

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TSN's Frank Corrado joins as well, discussing what a deep AHL playoff run can do for a player, positively and negatively. He gives his two cents on whether Linus Karlsson's brand of hockey should be transferrable to the NHL, and he gets into the NHL deals that we've seen so far and the ones that seem destined to happen. Thank you to our great spons…

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Trump Impulsively Plunges U.S. into War with Iran | Charlize Theron, Jensen Ackles | Monday, June 23 34:30

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Jimmy addresses the latest news, like Trump launching an attack on Iran, before speaking with Charlize Theron and Jensen Ackles.

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June 23, 2025: NHL deals being made without the Canucks, Abby plays for the Cup.. again! 1:54:16

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The simmer of the NHL offseason continues with signings and trades, but no sign of the Canucks jumping in just yet. Matt and Blake talk about the deals so far, and what it means for the Canucks. Should they have been in on any of the trades so far, and who are they chasing now? The guys also preview game 6 of the Calder Cup Final as the Abby Canuck…

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John Shannon: Buyers and sellers around the league and evaluating available FA's 21:16

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John Shannon with a wide look around the NHL for the sellers and buyers, especially those that may interest the Canucks. John has strong takes on the value of several players including the relocated Zegras, and others like Bryan Rust and JJ Paterka. Thank you to our great sponsors: @bet365: It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo …

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Jeff Paterson: Desperately seeking forwards, and can Abby bring home the Cup? 18:49

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Rinkwide's Jeff Paterson also weighs in on the Canucks chances to win the title, and what he expects in terms of the lineup and tactical changes heading into the game in Charlotte. Jeff also gets into the NHL trades of Trevor Zegras and others, and whether the Canucks should have been bigger players in those deals, and he gives his two cents on a p…

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June 20, 2025: Canucks on the verge of the Cup(Calder)! NHL Canucks missing the offseason action 2:04:44

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The NHL offseason continues and the Canucks remain quiet. Matt and Blake break down the latest trades and signings as the Canucks try to find their own solutions. The guys also look at the reports of internal solutions like Chytil, or re-signing Suter. Plus, with Abbotsford 1 win away from the Calder Cup, Matt and Blake look back at game 4 and the …

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Jeff Marek: A look around the Pacific division. Paterka could shake free at a decent cost. 31:11

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Jeff Marek of The Sheet, with his look around the league and the players that are likely to shake free via trade, including Peterka in Buffalo and Rossi in Minnesota. Marek also dives into a struggling Pacific division team that is going all in for this season, and whether the Canucks can take advantage of any of these situations. Thank you to our …

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Jeff Paterson: Silovs still shining. And the Canucks facing difficulties in acquiring what they need. 21:21

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RinkWide's Jeff Paterson gets into the details of the AHL Canucks success and the stellar play of Silovs and others. JPat also talks about the difficulty the Canucks face in acquiring the right player, and whether their offers for Rossi are likely to improve. Thank you to our great sponsors: @bet365: It's never ordinary! Download the app today and …

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Trump Drags His Feet on Iran Decision as He Ghosts Defense Secretary Hegseth | Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Lionel Boyce | Thursday, June 19 38:38

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Jimmy addresses the latest news, like Joe Biden accidentally wandering onto the Reacher set, before speaking with Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Lionel Boyce.

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June 19, 2025: Canucks watch centres re-sign, the curious case of Kane, and Abby hosts game 4! 1:44:06

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The NHL offseason is well underway and Matt and Blake have got you covered. After a trade and a few re-signings, the guys debate the urgency of the Canucks to get business done before July 1st free agency, including the possibility of getting a discounted Evander Kane from the Oilers. Kane is also part of a new NHL investigation into LTIR manipulat…

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Rob Williams: A flurry of transactions elsewhere creating urgency for the Canucks. How about Kane in Vancouver? 19:04

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The Daily Hive's Rob Williams stops by to talk about the recent flurry of NHL transactions and the urgency for the Canucks. He talks about finding the next Sam Bennett, Rob re-lives his suggestion from 2020 suggesting a Virtanen for Bennett trade, and whether Kane is a fit in Vancouver. Thank you to our great sponsors: @bet365: It's never ordinary!…

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Patrick Johnston: Canucks ownership looking for a new partner. A heated discussion about LTIR 21:37

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Patrick Johnston of Postmedia makes his weekly visit to talk about the Canucks ownership situation and the search for a new co-owner. PJ also talks about the value of Evander Kane at this point in his career and the possibility of new LTIR legislation in the next CBA. Thank you to our great sponsors: @bet365: It's never ordinary! Download the app t…

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June 18, 2025: Just wins, baby! Abby Canucks, Florida Panthers, and Canada's men romp to victory! 1:45:47

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A huge night of huge wins! The Stanley Cup is awarded to the Panthers and Matt and Blake get into all the permutations of that going into the offseason. The Abbotsford Canucks win on home ice and take a 2-1 lead in the Calder Cup, and the guys discuss the 4 point nights for Karlsson and Bains. Plus, an historic 6-0 win for the Canadian men's team a…

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Kristian Jack: Whitecaps recent success increasing expectations and awareness 14:53

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OneSoccer's Kristian Jack with his view on the Canadian victory over Honduras. KJ speaks on his expectations for this team given their success in year 1 under Jesse Marsch. Thank you to our great sponsors: @bet365: It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http://www.bet365.ca/ GRETA Bar Vancouver | https://lnk.to/GRE…

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Frank Corrado: Building a Cup team. McDavid contract coming to an end soon...what next? 22:54

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TSN's Frank Corrado stops by to discuss any surprise at how the Cup final finished up. Frank gets into the construction of this Panthers team, and the future of the losing side with McDavid entering the final year of his contract. The guys also look at some new names for the Canucks to focus on in the trade market. Thank you to our great sponsors: …

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Trump's Approval Rating Plummets to All-Time Low as Bacon Prices Skyrocket | Uma Thurman, Lee Byung-hun, HAIM | Tuesday, June 17 31:38

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Jimmy addresses the latest news, like Trump leaving the G7 summit in Canada, before speaking with Uma Thurman, Lee Byung-hun and HAIM.

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June 17, 2025: Cups runneth over! Stanley Cup finale? Abby hosts Calder game 3, Canada at BC Place 1:37:58

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What a night in sports to preview! Matt and Blake get into the details of game 3 of the Calder Cup Final in Abby, as the Canucks try to take a lead and keep the dream of winning it all on home ice still alive. Plus, there's game 6 of the Stanley Cup Final, the Oiler roster decisions, and the Conn Smythe decision if it does end here. The guys also r…

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Cam Robinson: Lacking Lekkerimäki and who the Canucks might take at #15. 23:08

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Cam Robinson joins from Elite Prospects to tell us what he's heard the Canucks may be up to, as well as a few more names that make sense to help out the team's scoring. Cam also looks at Lekkerimäki's lack of games for the AHL Canucks, and what that means for his development.. Then we get Cam's latest review on a couple names that could be around #…

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Trump's Pathetic Military Parade Squeaks Past Empty Seats as No Kings Protests Draw Historic Crowds | Javier Bardem, Carrie Coon, John Crist | Monday, June 16 34:31

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Jimmy addresses the latest news, like the Trump Organization unveiling a new mobile phone service, before speaking with Javier Bardem and Carrie Coon and welcoming comedian John Crist for stand-up.

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June 16, 2025: 3 Canuck Olympians already! AHL Nucks get 1 weekend win, Panthers 1 win away 1:43:09

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A busy weekend of sports has Matt and Blake full of excitement and opinions! The AHL Canucks steal the road split in the Calder Cup final, and the original 6 Olympians are named from every men's hockey nation at the 2026 Games, with 3 Canucks making the grade so far and a few notable omissions and additions. The guys also detail the latest roster a…

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John Shannon: Goalie decisions and what this series means to McDavid's future in Edmonton 17:31

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John Shannon on the Stanley Cup Final drama, the goalie decision for Edmonton and if McDavid's future is on the line in game 6. John also looks at the attention the series has had, its possible legacy, and why the Olympic announcements were made when they were. @bet365: It's never ordinary! Download the app today and use promo code: NATION | http:/…

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Jeff Paterson: JPat recaps the Abby Canucks' Finals and the newly named (partial) Olympic rosters 16:47

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RinkWide's Jeff Paterson stops by with his review of the Abby performances, including the positives (Silovs) and the negatives (everything else). But Jeff looks ahead to 3 straight at home now in the series and the possible insertion of Lekkerimäki back into the lineup. JPAT also weighs in on the Olympic rosters, and the possibilities for more Canu…

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Zohran Mamdani’s Mayoral Upset Over Andrew Cuomo Signals Desire for Change | Jonathan Bailey, Abby Elliott, Brandy & Monica | Wednesday, June 25 27:27

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June 25, 2025: TRADING DAY: Evander Kane to the Canucks, what's next?? 1:43:57

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Cam Robinson: What does Kane do (and not do) for the Canucks. What are they doing on draft day? 16:50

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Darren Dreger: How did the Kane trade come to be? Canucks could be very busy over the next couple weeks 23:09

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Trump Crashes Out with F-Bomb on Live TV After Israel-Iran Ceasefire Boast Blows Up in His Face | Scarlett Johansson, Jay Pharoah | Tuesday, June 24 36:10

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June 24, 2025: Canucks win the Cup(Calder)!! Does MVP Silovs lead to a Demko deal? 1:32:53

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Frank Corrado: Which Abby Canucks have the right skills to help the big squad next season? Canuck trades incoming. 21:58

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Trump Impulsively Plunges U.S. into War with Iran | Charlize Theron, Jensen Ackles | Monday, June 23 34:30

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June 23, 2025: NHL deals being made without the Canucks, Abby plays for the Cup.. again! 1:54:16

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John Shannon: Buyers and sellers around the league and evaluating available FA's 21:16

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Jeff Paterson: Desperately seeking forwards, and can Abby bring home the Cup? 18:49

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June 20, 2025: Canucks on the verge of the Cup(Calder)! NHL Canucks missing the offseason action 2:04:44

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Jeff Marek: A look around the Pacific division. Paterka could shake free at a decent cost. 31:11

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Jeff Paterson: Silovs still shining. And the Canucks facing difficulties in acquiring what they need. 21:21

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Trump Drags His Feet on Iran Decision as He Ghosts Defense Secretary Hegseth | Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Lionel Boyce | Thursday, June 19 38:38

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June 19, 2025: Canucks watch centres re-sign, the curious case of Kane, and Abby hosts game 4! 1:44:06

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Rob Williams: A flurry of transactions elsewhere creating urgency for the Canucks. How about Kane in Vancouver? 19:04

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Patrick Johnston: Canucks ownership looking for a new partner. A heated discussion about LTIR 21:37

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June 18, 2025: Just wins, baby! Abby Canucks, Florida Panthers, and Canada's men romp to victory! 1:45:47

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Kristian Jack: Whitecaps recent success increasing expectations and awareness 14:53

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Frank Corrado: Building a Cup team. McDavid contract coming to an end soon...what next? 22:54

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Trump's Approval Rating Plummets to All-Time Low as Bacon Prices Skyrocket | Uma Thurman, Lee Byung-hun, HAIM | Tuesday, June 17 31:38

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June 17, 2025: Cups runneth over! Stanley Cup finale? Abby hosts Calder game 3, Canada at BC Place 1:37:58

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Cam Robinson: Lacking Lekkerimäki and who the Canucks might take at #15. 23:08

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Trump's Pathetic Military Parade Squeaks Past Empty Seats as No Kings Protests Draw Historic Crowds | Javier Bardem, Carrie Coon, John Crist | Monday, June 16 34:31

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June 16, 2025: 3 Canuck Olympians already! AHL Nucks get 1 weekend win, Panthers 1 win away 1:43:09

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John Shannon: Goalie decisions and what this series means to McDavid's future in Edmonton 17:31

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Jeff Paterson: JPat recaps the Abby Canucks' Finals and the newly named (partial) Olympic rosters 16:47