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Canucks lose to Kings 2-1 in overtime

There were plenty of notes with the Canucks’ lineup. Kevin Lankinen returned from personal leave, Jonathan Lekkerimäki slotted in for an injured Conor Garland, and Aatu Räty and PO Joseph replaced Lukas Reichel and Elias ‘Junior’ Pettersson, who will both serve as healthy scratches.

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Canucks lineup notes: Lankinen returns, Garland out vs. Kings

Vancouver Canucks head coach Adam Foote announced a number of key lineup changes for the team’s Saturday night game against the Los Angeles Kings. Per Canucks Insider, Foote shared that goaltender Kevin Lankinen is confirmed to start after a brief absence, while Aatu Räty, Jonathan Lekkerimaki, and Pierre-Olivier Joseph are set to dress.

Conor Garland News / NHL on ClutchPoints / November 29

Why Canucks’ Conor Garland won’t play vs. Kings amid recent trade buzz

The Vancouver Canucks are looking to make some trades during the 2025-26 NHL season. At this time, it does not appear that superstar defenseman Quinn Hughes is among the names on the trade block.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / November 29

Canucks trade rumours: Bruins have reportedly checked in on both Sherwood and Garland

Ever since the Vancouver Canucks sent a memo to the 31 other NHL teams this week, stating they’d be willing to listen to trade offers for their veteran players, the rumour mill has certainly heated up.

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Jonathan Lekkerimaki News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 29

Canucks former first-round pick back on roster after recall

He started the season with Vancouver but suffered an upper-body injury in the fourth game of the season.

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NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / November 29

Canucks news: Jonathan Lekkerimäki recalled, Lankinen to return vs. Kings?

Fresh off a 3-2 loss against the San Jose Sharks on Friday afternoon, the Vancouver Canucks are back in action on Saturday as they pay a visit to the Los Angeles Kings.

Kiefer Sherwood News / Breakaway on SI / November 29

Canucks Forward Among Best Trade Chips at Deadline

The Vancouver Canucks have a decision to make, and the rest of the league is watching closely. Kiefer Sherwood has emerged as one of the hottest names on the trade market, and it's not hard to see why.

Quinn Hughes News / Canucksarmy / November 29

The Statsies: Quinn Hughes tries to carry Canucks in loss to Sharks

And once more, the inconsistency strikes again (with a little bit of help from the refs). The Vancouver Canucks fell 3-2 in regulation against the San Jose Sharks.

Vancouver Canucks News / Daily Faceoff / November 29

Which Canucks will be moved sooner rather than later?

According to reports around the league this week, the Vancouver Canucks are open for business. They appear to have accepted they may not make the playoffs this season, and are willing to part with some pieces on the team if the return feels right.

Quinn Hughes News / NHL Trade Talk / November 29

Analysts Float Massive Devils–Canucks Blockbuster Centered on Quinn Hughes

The Quinn Hughes conversation has officially jumped from speculation to full-on blockbuster territory. On a recent episode of Kyper and Bourne, Sportsnet’s

NHL News / Canucksarmy / November 28

Canucks lose special teams battle in 3-2 loss to Sharks

The Sharks were throwing everything they could towards Nikita Tolopilo in the opening minutes of the game. He didn’t have to make many otherwordly saves, but he did turn the Sharks’ chances aside, giving the Canucks a chance to find their legs.

Kevin Lankinen News / Canucksarmy / November 28

Lankinen expected to join Canucks on road trip: report

The Vancouver Canucks may be getting reinforcements back halfway through their road trip. According to Donnie & Dhali’s Rick Dhaliwal, Canucks goaltender Kevin Lankinen practiced on Thursday and is expected to join the team on the road trip soon.

Kiefer Sherwood News / NHL Trade Talk / November 28

Canucks Pushing to Move Red-Hot UFA Before the Market Turns

Kiefer Sherwood is the name everyone is talking about right now. He’s on the trade block in Vancouver, where the Canucks have made it known they are open to trading veterans and pending UFAs, of which Sherwood will be the most coveted.

Quinn Hughes News / The Hockey Writers / November 28

Quinn Hughes Is Committed to the Canucks, Despite the Noise

Every so often, an interview lands that doesn’t spark the fireworks fans crave, but instead tells you something quieter — and far more important — about a player’s character.

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NHL News / Field Level Media / November 27

Canucks hope to start modest streak in visit to Sharks

The Vancouver Canucks endured rough seas for the past few weeks, but they visit the San Jose Sharks on Friday with hopes of claiming back-to-back wins for the first time in more than a month.

Vancouver Canucks News / Daily Faceoff / November 27

Ranking the floundering Canucks’ top trade pieces

By and large, it’s been a disappointing year for the NHL’s seven Canadian teams. But there might not be one in a worse spot going forward than the Vancouver Canucks.

Vancouver Canucks News / Athlon Sports / November 27

Canucks Signal 'No Limitations' in NHL Trade Talks

The Vancouver Canucks have started notifying teams they’re open to trading veteran players. According to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman, describing the situation on Wednesday's "32 Thoughts" column, the message from the franchise is clear: everyone is up for grabs and everything will be considered.

Vancouver Canucks News / NHL Trade Talk / November 27

Canucks Feisty Winger 'Could Go Quickly', Says Insider

The Canucks have quietly invited teams to discuss their “veterans,” signaling a willingness to consider a wide range of moves without naming names. While Quinn Hughes isn’t available for now and there’s no desire to move Filip Hronek, Vancouver is open to dealing UFAs and certain players with term.

Vancouver Canucks News / Daily Faceoff / November 26

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Kevin Lankinen News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 25

Canucks veteran goaltender placed on non-roster list

Kevin Lankinen will not travel with the team on their four-game road trip due to personal reasons, although the team didn’t clarify if he may join the club midway through.

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Vancouver Canucks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / November 25

Canucks reportedly listening to offers on veterans

In a new report from Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman, the insider shares that the Vancouver Canucks have begun listening to offers on ’veteran players.'

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