Halford & Brough in the Morning The Best of Halford and Brough 2/20/26
Feb 20, 2026
Rick Dhaliwal, veteran sports reporter known for insider Canucks and NHL coverage. He gives a Canucks update and talks trade chatter. They discuss Crosby’s status and Canada’s semifinal nerves. The conversation touches on lineup roles, prospects and draft targets, and fan culture at Rogers Arena.
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Canada's Women's Team: Close But Missing Finish
- Canada played its best game vs. the U.S. but still lost 2-1 in OT due to late goal and missed chances.
- The hosts called the result both heartbreaking and a sign Canada is close but must improve execution.
Speed And PK As Tournament Differentiators
- The U.S. leaned on elite, fast defensemen and a perfect penalty kill to win the tournament.
- Speed and PK excellence were decisive edges over Canada's style.
Rethink Three-On-Three For Medal Games
- Reevaluate overtime formats for medal games to avoid long continuous three-on-three frames.
- Consider alternatives like four-on-four sudden death to balance drama and fairness.