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Wagner’s Weekly: Under Foote, Canucks no longer protect the guts of the ice

It was a constant refrain from Rick Tocchet when he was head coach of the Vancouver Canucks: “You have to protect the guts of the ice.” There are lots of names for the entrails of the rink, with various distinctions in definitions: there’s the slot, the house, the home plate, or the rails.

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Allvin and Rutherford clarify Canucks’ direction

Vancouver Canucks management provided some clarity on where the team is headed. Canucks reporter Chris Faber met with General Manager Patrik Allvin and

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / January 11

The Statsies: Aatu Räty stands out in 5-0 blowout Canucks loss to Leafs

Good grief. The Vancouver Canucks got embarrassed on national television, losing 5-0 to the Toronto Maple Leafs. Simply put, the gulf in quality between these two teams was on evident display, a completely lacklustre and lifeless display from the Canucks in this shutout loss.

Kiefer Sherwood News / Inside The Rink / January 11

Kiefer Sherwood Trade Scenarios for Red Wings and Canucks

The news has come out that Detroit has some interest in Canucks forward Kiefer Sherwood. It wouldn’t be the first time that Steve Yzerman has called the Canucks this season.

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The 'All-time points leader by NHL team' quiz

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Thatcher Demko News / Field Level Media / January 11

Canucks G Thatcher Demko (lower body) placed on IR

Vancouver Canucks goaltender Thatcher Demko landed on injured reserve Sunday for the second time this season. Demko sustained a lower-body injury during Vancouver's 5-0 setback to the Toronto Maple Leafs on Saturday.

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Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

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.

Thatcher Demko News / Canucksarmy / January 11

Canucks place Thatcher Demko on injured reserve

Not the best update for one of the Vancouver Canucks‘ more valuable assets. On Sunday, General Manager Patrik Allvin announced that goaltender Thatcher Demko has been placed on injured reserve.

Thatcher Demko News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 11

Canucks Place Thatcher Demko On Injured Reserve

More discouraging news has hit the Vancouver Canucks, as they shared this afternoon that Thatcher Demko has been placed on injured reserve, his second such designation this season.

Vancouver Canucks News / The Hockey Writers / January 11

Canucks Prospects Report: Cootes, Chiarot, Patterson & Romani

If the season continues to go south, the Vancouver Canucks will be adding some serious talent to their prospect pool in a few months. With some luck, maybe even the likes of Ivar Stenberg or Gavin McKenna, who are set to be the first/second-overall picks in the 2026 Draft.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / January 11

Canucks announce D Elias Pettersson assigned to AHL Abbotsford; recall Victor Mancini and Nikita Tolopilo

The Vancouver Canucks announced a trio of roster moves early Sunday morning. General Manager Patrik Allvin announced that defenceman Elias Pettersson has been assigned to AHL Abbotsford.

Thatcher Demko News / Daily Faceoff / January 11

Canucks’ Thatcher Demko leaves game against Leafs with lower-body injury

Well, isn’t this a familiar sight? During Saturday night’s game between the Vancouver Canucks and Toronto Maple Leafs, Canucks goaltender Thatcher Demko was noticeably absent when the second period began.

Vancouver Canucks News / Last Word On Sports / January 11

Vancouver Canucks Goaltender Deals With Yet Another Injury

This feels like a familiar refrain. More bad news dropped for the Vancouver Canucks on Saturday night as they lost their sixth-consecutive game against the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Thatcher Demko News / Canucksarmy / January 10

Canucks: Thatcher Demko left game vs. Maple Leafs with lower-body injury

Here we go again. When speaking to the media following the team’s 5-0 loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs, Vancouver Canucks head coach Adam Foote revealed that Thatcher Demko had been removed from the game after the first period due to a lower-body injury.

NHL News / Canucksarmy / January 10

Canucks do cardio in 5-0 loss to the Maple Leafs

Starting Lineup First Period Tentative play to start for both teams, followed by a Canucks’ power play brought on by a Too Many Men bench minor from Toronto.

Evander Kane News / Canucksarmy / January 10

Why the Canucks trading Evander Kane back to the Oilers just won’t work

Brought in this past offseason as a quick-fix option for the Vancouver Canucks‘ top-six forward group, Evander Kane hasn’t really worked out in his hometown.

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Jake Debrusk News / The Hockey Writers / January 10

What Should the Canucks Do With Jake DeBrusk?

Every season has a player who quietly confounds the easy takes. Not bad enough to dismiss. Not good enough to celebrate. Just… there. For the Vancouver Canucks this season, that player might be Jake DeBrusk.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / January 10

Scenes from morning skate: Demko starts, Karlsson and Öhgren get top six opportunities for Canucks vs. Maple Leafs

The Vancouver Canucks (16-22-5) reach the midway mark of their six-game road trip when they face the Toronto Maple Leafs (21-15-7) at Scotiabank Arena.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / January 10

NHL Predictions: January 10th, Vancouver Canucks at Toronto Maple Leafs

Welcome back to NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out.

Vancouver Canucks News / Daily Faceoff / January 9

Canucks continue to perform far below expectations this season

These were supposed to be the good times for the Vancouver Canucks.

The 25 best late-round NHL Draft picks

The 'NHL active short-handed goals leaders' quiz

Evander Kane News / NHL Trade Talk / January 10

Canucks exploring a surprising Evander Kane trade to Oilers?

Despite being bitter Pacific Division rivals, the Vancouver Canucks and Edmonton Oilers haven’t been all that shy about connecting on trades over the years.

Braeden Cootes News / NHL Trade Talk / January 8

Braeden Cootes’ Junior Trade Pays Off Big for the Canucks

When you hear “trade,” you usually think NHL-level moves that include big names, big contracts, and playoff implications. But sometimes, a trade in junior hockey can do just as much for a player’s growth.

Vancouver Canucks News / The Hockey Writers / January 8

Canucks News & Rumours: Hronek, Demko, DeBrusk & Foote

The Vancouver Canucks head into Detroit to face the Red Wings on Thursday carrying a problem that’s becoming uncomfortably familiar. The team shows up — eventually — but their full game rarely does.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / January 7

A big-money forward is suddenly being linked to the Oilers

It certainly would make sense that Edmonton would look at an Edmonton-born winger with a history of solid production who is locked in long-term at a reasonable rate.

The 25 best late-round NHL Draft picks

The 'Multiple 50-goal seasons in NHL history' quiz

Vancouver Canucks News / Daily Faceoff / January 5

Canucks’ Kiefer Sherwood might be the trade that opens the floodgates

The winds of change are blowing for the Vancouver Canucks. With star defenseman Quinn Hughes already out the door, there’s no question that more moves are on the way as Vancouver looks to better position itself for the future.