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The Canucks should probably be done adding veterans to their roster
A couple of weeks ago, Rick Dhaliwal joined Harman Dayal and me on an episode of Canucks Conversation. It was a great interview, filled with multiple nuggets and interesting bits of Vancouver Canucks information. If you haven’t checked it out yet, you can do so by clicking here. One thing Dhaliwal mentioned was that the…
An in-depth look at the Calgary Flames in 2026-27: Canucks Pacific Previews
The Pacific Division in 2026-27 is a top-heavy division made up of two groups: the Haves and the Have-Nots. The gap between the best and worst has never been larger, and the Vancouver Canucks sit firmly at the bottom. Seven teams stand in their way on the path back to contention, and we’re going to…
31 days, 31 questions: Which offseason acquisition will have the biggest impact on the Canucks?
Welcome to a new series here at CanucksArmy, where over the month of August we’ll ask a new question each day about the Vancouver Canucks. We’re calling it “31 days, 31 questions”. Today, we’re examining which of the Canucks’ offseason acquisitions will have the biggest impact on the team. Out with the old, in with…
Establishing a clear-cut long-term NHL role is the goal for Aatu Räty in 2026-27
It’s true that Aatu Räty was drafted more than five years ago, at 52nd overall in the 2021 NHL Entry Draft. It’s true that he’s since played 114 NHL games spread over parts of three seasons for the New York Islanders and the Vancouver Canucks. But at the same time, it also feels true that…
Why Caleb Malhotra and 13 other Canucks prospects are expected to miss training camp
The Vancouver Canucks open training camp in Penticton next month, but a sizeable portion of their prospect pool will already be scattered across North America and Europe, including the most important prospect in the organization. Caleb Malhotra, the top-rated prospect in the pipeline by Daily Faceoff Vancouver, is headed to Boston University and won’t…
Jonathan Lekkerimäki needs to be a Canucks regular for the 2026-27 season
With the Vancouver Canucks in full rebuild mode for the 2026-27 season and the foreseeable future, it’s an opportunity for young players to show what they’ve got and to prove they can be a part of the Canucks when they become contenders. Jonathan Lekkerimäki is one of the Canucks’ young prospects who looks like he…
Which Canucks mid-to-late-round pick is most likely to succeed?: Wagner’s Weekly
The most important part of a rebuild is nailing your top-end draft picks, particularly those in the top ten. Vancouver Canucks fans are all too aware of how that can go wrong, as the team’s previous attempt at a rebuild was hindered by a couple of high-profile missteps. It is, of course, also nice…
31 days, 31 questions: Could Canucks’ Victor Mancini be poised for a breakout season?
Welcome to a new series here at CanucksArmy, where over the month of August we’ll ask a new question each day about the Vancouver Canucks. We’re calling it “31 days, 31 questions”. Today, we’re examining whether Canucks defenceman Victor Mancini is poised for a breakout season in 2026-27. When an organization is rebuilding, player…
3 WHL 2027 NHL Draft prospects for Canucks fans to keep an eye on this season
Fresh off the Hlinka Gretzky, the buzz has already started around some of the 2027 NHL draft prospects. The obvious top names this year begin with Landon DuPont, who’s headed for the University of Michigan, as well as Russian forward Nazar Privalov and Canadian centreman Alexis Joseph, who will be returning to the QMJHL this…
31 days, 31 questions: Will the Canucks bring in any players on PTOs, and who might they be?
Welcome to a new series here at CanucksArmy, where over the month of August we’ll ask a new question each day about the Vancouver Canucks. We’re calling it “31 days, 31 questions”. Today, we’re examining whether the Canucks will bring in any players on PTOs and who those players might be. Every year, the…
Canucks will lean on Luke Schenn’s leadership in 2026-27
Coming into his third stint as a Vancouver Canuck, there are fairly high expectations for Luke Schenn from a character point of view, but little pressure otherwise. It’s a unique position to be in. Apart from being a fan-favourite Canuck, Schenn’s two previous tenures with the team could not have been more different. His…
Vancouver Canucks challenging Ontario youth team Castor River Canucks’ trademark application
The Vancouver Canucks are challenging a trademark application from an Ontario-based youth hockey organization, the Castor River Canucks. Abbotsford News reporter Ben Lypka was the first to bring attention to the story: Trademark news: The #Canucks have opposed this design filed by the Ontario-based Castor River Canucks. It was initially approved in March. The NHL…
3 Canucks prospects who are playing for an entry-level contract this season
Throughout the offseason, we’ve given our CanucksArmy top 20 Vancouver Canucks prospect rankings. We dove into which Canucks prospect will be the first to make their NHL debut, and now we’re going to discuss a few prospects who are playing this season for a chance at an entry-level contract. All three players we’ll discuss…
Hockey Night in Canada Punjabi cancelled after 18 years
After 18 long years, Hockey Night in Canada Punjabi will not be returning to your televisions for the 2026-27 season. Hockey Night in Canada Punjabi released this statement on their social media on Friday morning. “A decision has been made that Hockey Night in Canada Punjabi will not be returning. For 18 years, this…
No where to go but up for Canucks’ Kevin Lankinen in 2026-27
Kevin Lankinen‘s been dealt a tough hand since signing his five-year extension with the Vancouver Canucks in 2025. When he first signed that long-term deal, it was seemingly done with the understanding that he’d be the Canucks’ new long-term starter. But somewhere near the end of the 2024-25 season, the Canucks got nervous and gave…
Who might the Canucks have wanted at 25th overall in their proposed trade with Senators?
The Ottawa Senators shared a video on their YouTube channel titled “Untapped Potential | Breakaway.” Senators General Manager Steve Staios took a phone call during the draft, seemingly from the Vancouver Canucks, where the Canucks offered picks 33 and 41 in exchange for picks 25 and 72. The trade didn’t end up happening, and…
31 days, 31 questions: Can a reunion with Manny Malhotra bring out the best in Canucks defenceman Elias Pettersson?
Welcome to a new series here at CanucksArmy, where over the month of August, we’ll ask a new question each day about the Vancouver Canucks. We’re calling it “31 days, 31 questions”. Today, on August 14th, we examine whether Manny Malhotra can bring the best out in defenceman Elias Pettersson. Lost in the chaos of…
Maintaining a role in the Canucks’ top six will be the goal for Liam Öhgren in 2026-27
Expectations might be a bit blown out of proportion for Liam Öhgren this upcoming season. The young Vancouver Canucks forward had essentially no expectations when he joined the team last season as part of the return for Quinn Hughes. Because of the team’s injury trouble, the plan was for Öhgren to get a taste…
Video shows Canucks offered 33rd and 41st overall picks to Ottawa at 2026 NHL Draft
In a video posted to the Ottawa Senators YouTube channel titled “Untapped Potential | Breakaway”, Senators General Manager Steve Staios took a phone call during the draft, seemingly from the Vancouver Canucks, where the Canucks offered picks 33 and 41 for picks 25 and 72. Here’s the clip, where you can hear the Canucks’ offer…
WDYTT: Who will lead the Canucks in scoring for 2026-27?
Welcome back to WDYTT, the only hockey column on the internet that’s a weekly journey into mystery. Speaking of mystery, there’s plenty to be found surrounding the 2026-27 Vancouver Canucks. Not really as it pertains to the big picture – most are pretty certain that these Canucks will not be making it to the playoffs,…
31 days, 31 questions: What will the Canucks’ Hometown Remix jersey look like?
Welcome to a new series here at CanucksArmy, where over the month of August, we’ll ask a new question each day about the Vancouver Canucks. We’re calling it “31 days, 31 questions”. Today, on August 13, we’re trying to figure out what the Canucks Hometown Remix jersey will be. All 32 NHL teams will be partnering…
John Shorthouse ‘couldn’t be happier’ after signing new 4-year deal to keep calling Canucks games
Change happens all the time in pro sports. New champions, new players, new storylines to follow, and yes, even new play-by-play broadcasters. There have been plenty of new players and stories to follow surrounding the Vancouver Canucks over the last 28 years, but one thing that hasn’t changed in that time is play-by-play man John…
Tributes pour in for Vancouver sports broadcasting icon John McKeachie after passing at 82
Tributes are pouring in after news broke Wednesday that well-known Vancouver sports broadcaster John McKeachie has passed away at 82. McKeachie served as a sports anchor on television with BCTV from 1973 to 1999, and built a 40-year broadcasting career, which included stops on both Vancouver Canucks and Vancouver Whitecaps broadcasts. McKeachie also hosted CBC…
A quick start key to boosting Drew O’Connor’s trade stock in 2026-27
The cold, hard reality for Drew O’Connor is that the only thing that really, truly matters next season is boosting his trade value. The likeable, low-maintenance winger is firmly entrenched in a middle six role on the Vancouver Canucks, for now. But with the team rebuilding and needing to harvest as many assets as…
Canucks: What’s next for Adam Novotny after signing his entry-level contract?
If you’re a regular reader of CanucksArmy, or if you’re just somebody who is familiar with our semiannual ranking of the top 20 Vancouver Canucks prospects, then a lot of what you’re about to read might be information you already know. But with Adam Novotny signing a three-year entry-level contract with the Canucks on Tuesday afternoon,…
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