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Canucks’ Johnson says he won’t ask veterans to waive trade protection until he has deals in place

With plenty on his plate heading into the busiest week of the off-season, Vancouver Canucks general manager Ryan Johnson says he’s talking to just about everyone in the hockey world in the hours leading up to Friday’s first round of the National Hockey League draft.

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6 notes from Ryan Johnson’s pre-draft media availability

We are one day away from the 2026 NHL Draft. Vancouver Canucks fans have been waiting for this event since the focus shifted from contending to building for the future.

Thatcher Demko News / Canucksarmy / June 25

Ryan Johnson not ready to commit to Thatcher Demko being ready for Canucks training camp

Thatcher Demko has stuck around Vancouver this offseason as the Canucks’ goaltender recovers from hip surgery, which he underwent in January. Demko shared a positive update via social media on Wednesday, posting that he was back on the ice for the first time since his surgery.

Braeden Cootes News / Professor Press Box / June 25

Canucks' Braeden Cootes and the Confidence Shift

There’s a moment in almost every young player’s career where the dream stops being abstract and starts becoming something you have to actually live inside.

Jordan Staal News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The NHL began awarding the Conn Smythe Trophy to the most valuable player of the postseason beginning in the 1965 season. How many of the past winners can you name in six minutes?

The 'NHL Hart Trophy winners' quiz

The '5+ goal Stanley Cup Finals' quiz

The 'Playoff power play goal leaders by team' quiz

Vancouver Canucks News / The Hockey Writers / June 25

Canucks News & Rumours: Laine Risk, Cootes Growth & Choices That Shape a Season

This Friday’s NHL Entry Draft will help shape the Vancouver Canucks‘ identity for the future and build an organizational pipeline. But, at the same time, in the background, there are always questions about roster construction that the draft can’t answer.

NHL News / Yardbarker

The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.

Elias Pettersson News / The Hockey Writers / June 25

The five best trade destinations for Elias Pettersson

The draft week trade madness has continued, with Alex Tuch going to the Washington Capitals in a sign-and-trade and the Nashville Predators acquiring Jack Drury.

Vancouver Canucks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 24

Free-agent focus: Vancouver Canucks

Free agency is just a week away, and teams are looking ahead to when it opens. Even with the UFA crop being thinned out in recent months, there will be some quality veterans set to hit the open market in July, while many teams also have key restricted free agents to re-sign.

Jake Debrusk News / Canucksarmy / June 24

Canadiens showing interest in Canucks’ DeBrusk: report

A team has emerged as a potential suitor for Vancouver Canucks forward Jake DeBrusk. According to RG’s Jimmy Murphy, the Montreal Canadiens have expressed

Vancouver Canucks News / Professor Press Box / June 24

What Can Canucks Fans Enjoy If Winning Isn’t the Main Point?

The Vancouver Canucks were near the bottom of the NHL standings last season, and the team feels like it’s in the middle of a reset—maybe something closer to a rebuild, depending on how you want to label it.

Thatcher Demko News / Canucksarmy / June 24

Canucks’ Thatcher Demko back on the ice for first time since January hip surgery

Some positive offseason news for the Vancouver Canucks. On his personal Instagram profile, Canucks goaltender Thatcher Demko posted a picture of himself on the ice after a training session.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / June 24

Why the Canucks have no real reason to rush into the latest NHL trade frenzy

Look, we get it. Everyone experiences some level of FOMO, otherwise known as the Fear Of Missing Out. And when a day like Tuesday happens in the NHL, and your own favourite franchise doesn’t do anything, it’s only natural to feel that FOMO.

Vancouver Canucks News / The Hockey Writers / June 24

Canucks News & Rumours: Pettersson, Hronek, DeBrusk, Boeser & Full Team Reset?

There’s a different feel to the Vancouver Canucks this offseason. It’s not the usual background noise of tweaking depth or debating fringe roster spots.

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NHL News / Canucksarmy / June 24

The Sharks’ Eklund trade (probably) just killed the Canucks’ chances of drafting Ivar Stenberg

The NHL had a bit of a surprise Trade Deadline Day on Tuesday, with no less than four large-to-blockbuster trades happening one after another. The San Jose Sharks were not involved in the biggest deal of the day, but they were involved in the one that will probably have the most impact on the Vancouver Canucks.

Vancouver Canucks News / NHL Trade Talk / June 24

The NHL Trade Market Is On Fire — And the Canucks Can’t Just Watch

There is a sense of desperation and urgency sweeping through the NHL trade market right now. Cap space is being burned, wild and unexpected deals are going down, and teams are taking risks they wouldn’t dare consider in a quieter offseason.

Filip Hronek News / The Hockey Writers / June 24

3 Trade Destinations for Canucks’ Filip Hronek

It’s no secret that trade chatter has been intensifying in the NHL. Just this week, so far, we’ve seen several blockbusters, including Brady Tkachuk going to the Florida Panthers, Bowen Byram to the Chicago Blackhawks, and Jordan Kyrou to the Washington Capitals, among other major moves.

Jake Debrusk News / Canucksarmy / June 24

Canucks: 6 NHL teams that might be interested in trading for Jake DeBrusk

On Monday, we broke down the fit between the Vancouver Canucks and the Ottawa Senators in a potential trade for forward Jake DeBrusk. Ottawa recently dealt their captain, Brady Tkachuk, to the Florida Panthers for four draft picks, including two first-rounders in this Friday’s draft.

Filip Hronek News / Canucksarmy / June 23

At these prices, the Canucks have to be open to trading Filip Hronek

On today’s episode of Canucks Conversation , Harman Dayal and Tyson Cole discussed whether the Vancouver Canucks should be open to trading Filip Hronek as the market for top players continues to heat up around the NHL.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / June 23

Canucks unveil RBC as new home jersey patch sponsor as part of multi-year agreement

The Vancouver Canucks are set to have a new patch on the front of their jerseys this season. On Tuesday, Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) and Canucks Sports & Entertainment (CSE) announced the start of a multi-year partnership, with RBC named as the team’s official bank.

Vancouver Canucks News / NHL Trade Talk / June 22

The Real Canucks Offseason Question Isn’t What You Think

If you’re trying to figure out what the Vancouver Canucks are really doing this summer, don’t start with July 1. Start with the structure of the roster they already have and the leverage they can create before the open market locks in everyone’s price.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / June 22

2026 NHL Mock Draft: McKenna to Leafs leads draft week top 32 – but then what?

2026 NHL Mock Draft: McKenna to Leafs but then what?

It’s draft week, baby. The fun is set to begin in Buffalo on Friday night, with 32 players poised to realize their dreams at the KeyBank Center. Another 192 players will get selected on Saturday in what should be quite an interesting draft, all things considered.

Adam Foote News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 20

Mammoth To Hire Adam Foote As An Assistant Coach

After being let go as head coach of the Canucks following their front office shakeup, Adam Foote won’t be out of a job for long. CHEK’s Rick Dhaliwal reports (Twitter link) that Foote has signed on to join the Mammoth’s staff as an assistant coach.

Vancouver Canucks News / NHL Trade Talk / June 19

Insider’s Take on the Canucks Raises Hard Rebuild Question

There’s a growing sense around the Vancouver Canucks that the conversation has quietly shifted. It’s no longer just about where they are right now. It’s also about how long it’s going to take to get anywhere meaningful again.