Canucks Conversation Interview: Maxim Lapierre talks about his time with the Canucks
Mar 10, 2026
Maxim Lapierre, former NHL forward known for his physical bottom-six role and part of Vancouver’s 2011 Cup run, now a broadcaster. He talks about launching his English postgame show and choosing topical guests. He revisits the 2011 playoff culture, praises the Sedins and Manny Malhotra, and reflects on how the game and team standards have evolved.
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Instant Acceptance Rebuilt His Career
- Maxim Lapierre described arriving in Vancouver after being traded multiple times and immediately feeling welcomed by leaders like the Sedins, Bieksa, Burrows, Raymond, and Luongo.
- He said that acceptance rebuilt his confidence and quickly turned a tough career stretch into a meaningful role during the 2011 run.
Sedins' Gratitude Created Team Culture
- Lapierre highlighted the Sedins' habit of thanking fourth-line players after every game as a cultural exemplar.
- He argued that the Sedins' off-ice humility and on-ice excellence set a standard that made every role feel important.
Playing 'The Right Way' Makes Teams Unpopular
- Lapierre said people disliked the Canucks because they played the right way: blocking shots, hitting, and sacrificing for wins, not just post-whistle incidents.
- He compared that resentment to Boston and Florida, saying success earned animosity.