Sekeres & Price Show Jeff Paterson: Live from Rogers Arena with the latest injury and lineup updates from Adam Foote - the Canucks have centres!
Jan 23, 2026
Jeff Paterson, longtime Vancouver Canucks reporter and Rinkwide Vancouver host, brings on-ice updates from Rogers Arena. He breaks down morning skate notes and Filip Heedle's return. Lineup shifts and new linemates for Chytil get attention. Medical uncertainty, roster moves, projected lines, goaltending plans and team morale after a win are all discussed.
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Hedel's Long-Awaited Return
- Philip Hedel returned after 44 games out and played only six games this season before the absence.
- Jeff Paterson notes the team will see what he looks like after three months off and a red non-contact jersey stint.
Hedel Pushes Back On Concussion Counts
- Philip Hedel pushed back on public counts of his concussions and said only his closest people know his history.
- He called internet numbers "crazy" and said he wants to play while handling game details shift by shift.
Medical Labels Often Remain Unclear
- Jeff Paterson and hosts discuss ambiguity between concussions and neck/whiplash issues in Hedel's absences.
- Paterson highlights it's a gray area and that missing time is the observable fact, not always the medical label.