The Voice of the Canucks: John Shorthouse Talks Career, Prep & Play-by-Play Craft

The voice of the Vancouver Canucks radio broadcast, John Shorthouse, joins John and Landon on 100% Canucks for a wide-ranging conversation about his career behind the mic. Shorthouse reflects on the influence of the legendary Jim Robson, the evolution of the “Vancouver sound” in hockey commentary, and the moments that shaped his path into play-by-play. He shares stories about the early opportunities and mentorship that helped launch his long-running career, along with insight into his prep work, scoring systems, and the differences between calling games on radio versus TV. Shorthouse also touches on what excites him about future projects and the ongoing craft of calling the game he loves.