John Shannon
Veteran hockey broadcaster and former executive producer of Hockey Night in Canada who provides long-form analysis and historical perspective as a featured guest on the episode.
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Jan 19, 2026 • 2h 16min
Jan 19, 2026: Sherwood a Shark! Trade breakdown and more coming??
John Shannon, a veteran hockey broadcaster and former executive producer of Hockey Night in Canada, dives into the recent trade of Kiefer Sherwood. He discusses the challenges Canucks management faces with trade protection clauses and the implications of the trade for the team's future. The conversation also touches on the broader trade market and expected moves before the Olympic freeze. Shannon emphasizes the importance of focusing on long-term rebuilding rather than short-term wins, providing invaluable insights on the current landscape in the NHL.
Jan 19, 2026 • 23min
John Shannon: Thoughts on the Sherwood deal and a look at the rest of the trade market.
John Shannon, a veteran hockey broadcaster and former executive producer of Hockey Night in Canada, shares his insights on the Vancouver Canucks' recent trade activities. He discusses the complexities of player trade protection clauses and their impact on management decisions. Shannon highlights the challenges of meeting fan expectations after the team's performance decline and advocates for a long-term rebuilding strategy. He also forecasts a flurry of trades before the Olympic freeze and weighs in on prospect development versus immediate roster needs.
