Game Time Decision

In Game Time Decision's one-hundred and fortieth episode, Ryan and Mike talk about beating the Bro Jake Show, the Vancouver Canucks history making scoring drought, and Ryan's fantasy hockey frustrations. We wonder why the Canucks can't even put effort into tanking, ask if the Canucks have fallen from grace more than any other team, and wonder who the next team to do so will be. We also look at the Anton Rodin signing, the stupid criticism against the Tryamkin contract negotiations. QUESTIONS FROM TWITTER! Do the Canucks have the worst five years coming? Why do they keep playing Bartkowski? Is Brock Boeser a top 10 pick talent now? Who should the Canucks pick in the later rounds? All this... and more.This week's Craft Beer Review: Persephone Brewing's Hop Yard Red Ale

In Game Time Decision's one-hundred and thirty-ninth episode, Ryan and Mike talk: Spacey in Space, Mike struggles with measurement, and Ryan falls asleep GIFing. We start on a depressing note by discussing how slow moving and ugly this past week has been for Canucks fans. We debrief 'Dimitri' Tryamkin's first week, and wonder if Jake Virtanen's Instagram feed is worth worrying about. Of course, questions from Twitter! Should the Sedins remain Canucks? Who should potentially replace Rollie Melanson? Who should the Canucks target and draft in the off-season? Is Stamkos a future Canuck?! Does Rogers Arena need SouthSiders?!All this... AND MORE! This week's Craft Beer Review: Trading Post Brewing's Rabaska Best Bitter

In Game Time Decision's one-hundred and thirtieth episode, Ryan and Mike welcome, the producer of Hockey Prospect Radio on Sirius XM, Aynsley Scott. Aynsley talks over Nikita Tryamkin hype with us. Is it justified? Is this a diamond in the rough for the Canucks, or is the "Russian Factor" a thing? We also think about how he factors in to an already seemingly crowded defense corps. Aynsley also helps us answer some questions from Twitter. Is a third round pick worth worrying about when it comes to a trade? Is doing the wave the worst thing you could do as a hockey fan? And once again, is Ben Hutton the best?!This week's Craft Beer Review: Yellow Dog Brewing's Lumberjack Saison

In Game Time Decision's one-hundred and thirty-sixth episode, Ryan and Mike talk food reviewer perks, girl's nights, our love of ice cream, and of course, your Vancouver Canucks. Ryan, after seeing it all go down live, debriefs Friday's Canucks Season Ticket Holder Town Hall. We question Jim Benning and Trevor Linden's answers and their seemingly dismissive response regarding Zack Kassian, while appreciating their transparency. We then discuss the the World Cup and the roster announcements, and ask, does anyone actually care? Then, of course, Twitter questions! Is Ben Hutton the greatest? Who are the Canucks underrated/overrated prospects? Do we actually want to see this team win ever again? All this... and MORE!This week's Craft Beer Review: Mt. Begbie Brewing's Attila the Honey

In Game Time Decision's one-hundred and thirty-fifth episode, Ryan and Mike talk the 2016 NHL Trade Deadline! We sit stunned as our Vancouver Canucks do absolutely nothing... Shocked and disappointed, we wonder what could have happened with Hamhuis and/or Vrbata. Why weren't the Dallas Stars a fit?!We express envy for all the teams that did succeed at the deadline, and question the future of Jim Benning and the Canucks front office. Of course, we take some questions from Twitter, from a bunch of listeners who are also wondering "why? just why?" This week's Craft Beer Review: An seemingly expired bottle of Spinnaker Brewing's Orange Karma Oatmeal Cream Ale

In Game Time Decision's one-hundred and thirty-fourth episode, Ryan and Mike talk new brewery fun and hunting for the skate logo, all before taking your questions from Twitter! What should be the fate of Coach Willie D? What will happen to Hamhuis and Vrbata? Will the Canucks always lose 5-2? What is the best condiment? What beer pairs best with losing? All this... and MORE... until of course we make our amazing fantsasy Canucks playoff  team. PS... Does anyone have Michael Buble's number?This week's Craft Beer Review: Trading Post Brewing's What Cheer Brett IPA

In Game Time Decision's one-hundred and thirty-third episode, Ryan and Mike talk: the Canucks, short-lived, "winning streak" and the Mom's visit, of course including Beth Bartkowski! We also break down the Dion Phaneuf trade, and give credit to the Leafs for making it happen. We wrap everything up, by taking questions from Twitter! Trading Burrows?! Trading Hansen?! Can the Canucks survive the remainder of their schedule?! All this... and MORE!This week's Craft Beer Review: Steel & Oak Brewing's Smoked Beechwood Honey Dopplebock

In Game Time Decision's one-hundred and thirty-second episode, Ryan and Mike talk: the aftermath of the NHL AllStar Game and John Scott fever, and the wave of waivers from the Vancouver Canucks, including Brandon Prust and Yannick Weber. We also take time for questions from Twitter! Included are our thoughts around where the Canucks will end up finishing in the league, whether or not they made the right waiver choices, and our opinions about the prospects, and The Spice Girls...?This week's Craft Beer Review: Driftwood Brewing's Crooked Coast Altbeir

In Game Time Decision's one-hundred and thirty-first episode, Ryan and Mike return to their roots with a classic guest-less talk! Ryan and Mike talk about all the cool opportunities Ryan's getting in the hockey world, but also warn of the perils of putting yourself out on the internet... We take a broad look at the NHL and the upcoming trade deadline, and make some predictions about how the standings are going to fall into place. We also give our on the spot takes about the Dennis Wideman situation (as we saw it happen while we were recording!) This week's Craft Beer Review: Goose Island Brewing's Sofie Farmhand Ale

In Game Time Decision's one-hundred and thirtieth episode, Ryan and Mike welcome, Canucks Army's new head editor, JD Burke! We discuss the Canucks' current success, the streaks of Bo Horvat, Sven Baertschi, Jacob Markstrom and Ryan Miller. Is any of it sustainable? How about those Sedins? What will happen when Brandon Sutter comes back? And has JD become optimistic about this season?!Ryan and Mike put it all together by breaking down the weird situations that are the Drouin holdout and the John Scott NHL AllStar debacle. We also make a surprising, yet not unfounded pitch for Zack Kassian to win the Masterson Trophy. This week's Craft Beer Review: Spinnaker Brewing's Queen Bee Honey Kolsch

In Game Time Decision's one-hundred and twenty ninth episode, Ryan and Mike welcome, Managing Editor of the Nation Network (Canucks Army) Thomas Drance! Fresh of of his turn on Sportsnet, Thomas lets us into his thoughts around what the Vancouver Canucks are up to. We discuss the soft Sedins and their peanut butter fingers, the Etem for Jensen trade, the questionable goaltender controversy, and what the Canucks should do with their potential cap space in the off season. Did someone say Stamkos?! This week's Craft Beer Review: R&B Brewing's SPCAle

In Game Time Decision's one-hundred and twenty-eighth episode, Ryan and Mike are joined by former TSN 1040 host, Matt Baker. Matt gives us his thoughts on the Jake Virtanen story coming out of the WJC, the improvements of Bo Horvat, the ever impressive Sedin brothers, and the wackiness that the format of the All Star Game can sometimes bring. Oh, and some "Making a Murderer" and Northern California talk while we're at it!Mike and Ryan wrap things up by discussing the recent Seth Jones / Ryan Johansen trade, and the potential excitement that the upcoming trade deadline could bring.This week's Craft Beer Review: Lighthouse Brewing's Road Trip Fresh Hopped Dark Ale

In Game Time Decision's one-hundred and twenty-seventh episode, Ryan and Mike welcome Stephanie Pagani and Anna Forsyth. Stephanie and Anna explain how a people from California and London respectively, become Vancouver Canucks fans. We collectively discuss the current horrible state of being a Canucks fan, the pros and cons of being "Team Tank", and if the Sedins could ever be good at OT. We also take a look at the much noted criticism that has been put on Vancouver Canucks prospect, and WJC 2016 Team Canada Forward Jake Virtanen. Is it deserved, or is he just a kid who messed up a couple of times... okay a few times.This week's Craft Beer Review: Yellow Dog Brewing's Chase My Tail Pale Ale

In Game Time Decision's one-hundred and twenty-sixth episode, Ryan and Mike once again welcome, Vancity Buzz Sports Editor, Rob Williams! We discuss Rob's new permanent job, Ryan Miller's cramps, debate if the Dallas Stars and the Washington Capitals are contenders or pretenders, make Armchair GM trades for Ryan Johansen, and wonder when serious trades are going to happen. We are also forced to make choices. Schneider or Horvat? Virtanen or McCann? Gillis or Benning?!This week's Craft Beer Review: No beer... we were at work!

In Game Time Decision's one-hundred and twenty-fifth episode, Ryan and Mike welcome, from Hockey Prospects Radio on Sirius XM, Shane Malloy! Shane joins us to preview the 2016 IIHF World Junior Championships. Shane helps us answer questions like: What are the chances that Canada wins gold? What kind of impact will Vancouver Canucks forward Jake Virtanen have on the team, and what else (or who else) do we have to look forward to in this much anticipated yearly tournament. Shane also gives us his expert insight into the developing prospects within the Canucks and the Giants, and what their potential for success is. This week's Craft Beer Review: Old Abbey Brewing's Dry Hopped Saison

In Game Time Decision's one-hundred and twenty-fourth episode, Ryan and Mike are excited to welcome Jeff Paterson! Jeff gives us his thoughts on the current state of the Canucks, and considers the personnel decisions that need to be made with Hamhuis, Vrbata, Benning and Desjardins. Jeff is also discusses the fantastic Sedins and the frustrating Alex Edler. Ryan and Mike put it all together by discussing Ryan's new gig at Canucks Army, and the weirdness surrounding Steven Stamkos and the Toronto Maple Leafs. This week's Craft Beer Review: Red Collar Brewing's Marzen

In Game Time Decision's one-hundred and twenty-third episode, Ryan and Mike (but mostly Ryan) welcome from Canucks Army and the Hockey PDOCast, Dimitri Filipovic! Ryan and Dimitri talk about the troublesome state of the Canucks D, the Canucks' struggles with 3-on-3 OT, the exceptional pressure on Bo Horvat and of course, beard growth. Ryan and Mike put it all together by discussing our new (official) editor, the AV vs. Claude Julien war of words, the injury plague within the Vancouver Canucks, and the potential of sending Jake Virtanen and/or Jared McCann to the WJC. This week's Craft Beer Review: Tree Brewing's Vertical Winter Ale and Central City ISA

In Game Time Decision's one-hundred and twenty-second episode, Ryan and Mike welcome, from Canucks Army and Graphic Comments, Petbugs! Mr. PB tells us all about the history of his anonymity, how he developed Graphic Comments, and why he enjoys making all of the Canucks Twitterverse laugh every now and then. Ryan and Mike put it all together by discussing the possibility and cost of Ryan Johansen becoming a Canuck, the current state of depressed Canucks fans, and how the Canucks can adapt the Toronto Raptor's Drake night.This week's Craft Beer Review: Steel & Oak Brewing's Roggen Weizen

In Game Time Decision's one-hundred and twenty-first episode, Ryan and Mike welcome, Province Sports Digital Editor, Patrick Johnston! We talk with Patrick about the Canucks embarrassing road trip, what Jim Benning's plans could look like, the potential of a sophomore slump for Bo Horvat, and how things are going with the development of payers like Jared McCann, Sven Baertschi, and Hunter Shinkaruk. Mike and Ryan put it all together by talking about: Hawaiian hikes, how we factor into the layoffs at TSN1040, the potential of a Travis Hamonic trade, and the wonder that is the Dallas Stars.This week's Craft Beer Review: Bridge Brewing's Fresh Hopped Red IPA

In Game Time Decision's one-hundred and twentieth episode, Ryan and Mike welcome, Force and Sully, AKA The Green Men! Force and Sully regale us with pre-retirement tales of their favourite moments of supporting the Vancouver Canucks through the last few years, especially during the Stanley Cup run of 2011. Stories featuring Keith Urban, Nicole Kidman and Brad Marchand's ex-girlfriend.The Green Men also tell us what it's like to be in ESPN's Hall of Fans, as well as their personal takes on the current state of the team they love. This week's Craft Beer Review: Moody Ales' Chipper Blonde Ale