Halford & Brough in the Morning He's On That Bike...Ridin'.
Mar 17, 2026
Greg Wyshynski, ESPN NHL insider and reporter, joins to break down the World Cup of Hockey hosting choices and the tricky question of Russia's participation. He also dives into player safety and discipline debates, including suspension trends and the NHLPA's role. Plus arena futures and market impacts get a quick look.
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Canucks Working Blue Line Discipline With Höglander
- Nils Höglander was back in practice and could return to the lineup, but coaches are tweaking his decision-making at the blue line.
- Adam Foote said they want Höglander to avoid forcing plays and instead dump the puck to prevent turnovers.
Pettersson Showing Extra Work During Goal Drought
- Elias Pettersson has been showing up early and riding the bike after games to fight a 20-game goal drought.
- Adam Foote described Pettersson as arriving 11:05 for 11:30 practice and riding the bike after games, emphasizing his work ethic.
Why Teams Praise Work Ethic When Results Lack
- Repeated public praise for a player's work can signal underlying concerns about performance or motivation.
- Halford and Brough note the team frequently highlights Pettersson's work, prompting questions about whether it's genuine or damage control.