Halford & Brough in the Morning The Best of Halford and Brough 3/18/26
Mar 18, 2026
Randip Janda, Sportsnet Canucks analyst, breaks down Vancouver’s 5-2 win and what it means for the team. He praises the effort, physicality, and depth. He discusses Elias Pettersson’s scoring burst, Marco Rossi’s chemistry with Brock Boeser, and Kevin Lankinen’s recent form and trade/value considerations.
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Bobrovsky Decline Creates Offseason Market For Goalies
- Sergei Bobrovsky's numbers cratered and age (37) makes his future uncertain despite Florida's interest in retaining him.
- Multiple teams with goaltending issues create a potential market for veteran goalies this offseason.
Probe Market For Tradable Assets Immediately
- Teams should entertain offers for any asset with market value rather than preserve it out of sentiment.
- The Canucks could flip goaltending contracts or players like Kevin Lankanen to accumulate picks and rebuild.
Demko Uncertainty Forces Long Term Trade Decisions
- Thatcher Demko's health and surgery uncertainty make his trade value risky, while younger options could start and shorten rebuild pain.
- The Canucks might accept short-term poor results to develop prospects and cap flexibility.