# Around the NHL with Elliotte Friedman: Canucks Candidates + What Happens in Vegas...

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Podcast: [The FAN Hockey Show](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-fan-hockey-show-7033706)
Published: 2026-05-20T16:38:58+00:00
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Matt Marchese and Mike Futa open with thoughts on the Vancouver Canucks parting ways Adam Foote behind the bench, and set the stage for Game 1 of the Western Conference Final! Elliotte Friedman, Sportsnet NHL insider and host of 32 Thoughts, weighs in on Kelly McCrimmon's statement in Vegas, what's ahead for Bruce Cassidy, and the top candidates for the Canucks coaching vacancy. The boys also take a closer look at the top storylines for each of the final four teams remaining in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Friedge wraps up with thoughts on the impact of Mark Stone's absence, the Devils retaining Sheldon Keefe for next season, and what's going on in Nashville. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

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