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The Vancouver Canucks head into the 2026-27 NHL season in their first full season of the rebuild. They’re not looking to climb the standings, they’re just looking to make a positive change.

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Could Marco Rossi Be the Canucks’ Biggest Rebuild Surprise?

One of the interesting things about rebuilding an NHL team is that sometimes the biggest surprises come from players who weren’t expected to be the answer.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / July 18

CA’s top 20 Canucks summer prospect rankings: #18 Ty Young

We continue our breakdown as we list our top 20 ranking of the Vancouver Canucks’ prospects here at CanucksArmy. Team: Abbotsford Canucks (AHL) | Age:

Vancouver Canucks News / Professor Press Box / July 18

Canucks Quick Hits: What Does a Successful Season Look Like?

The Vancouver Canucks are entering a season in which success will probably look a little different from what most fans are used to. Nobody is expecting a playoff parade in Vancouver right now.

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The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"

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Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / July 17

Abbotsford Canucks hire Ryan Papaioannou as new Head Coach

The search for Manny Malhotra’s replacement is over as the Abbotsford Canucks announced on Friday afternoon that 41-year-old Calgary native Ryan Papaioannou

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The most underrated player for every NHL franchise

The best player in Washington Capitals history? Alex Ovechkin. The best Red Wing? Gordie Howe or Steve Yzerman…or maybe Nicklas Lidstrom. Some NHL franchises have a clear best player, while others have the proverbial Mount Rushmore of potential choices.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / July 17

Where does newly signed Mitchell Weeks fit in the Canucks’ goalie depth chart?

The Abbotsford Canucks signed goaltender Mitchell Weeks to a one-year AHL deal on Wednesday, adding a third goalie to the farm club stable. The Barrie,

Vancouver Canucks News / NHL Rumors / July 17

NHL Rumors: Vancouver Canucks – Shane Wright, and Marco Rossi

Sekeres and Price: Rob Williams talking about the speculation of the Vancouver Canucks interest in Seattle Kraken center Shane Wright and what it might cost them.

Vancouver Canucks News / The Hockey Writers / July 17

Canucks News & Rumours: Alex Edler Returns & Abbotsford Coaching Search Fails

One of the interesting things about building an NHL organization is that not every important move involves a player signing a contract or making a trade.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / July 16

Alex Edler rejoining Canucks in player development role

He was on the ice at Vancouver Canucks development camp, and now he’s got a permanent role in the organization. On Thursday, the Canucks announced that

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / July 16

Memorial Cup winner Jussi Ahokas interviewed for and declined Abbotsford Canucks head coach job: report

The search for the new head coach of the Abbotsford Canucks continues, and one major name is off the board. Per Donnie and Dhali – the Team’s Rick Dhaliwal, the Vancouver Canucks interviewed Kitchener Rangers head coach Jussi Ahokas for the Abbotsford bench boss position.

Basile Sansonnens News / Canucksarmy / July 16

CA’s top 20 Canucks summer prospect rankings: #20 Basile Sansonnens

We’ve hit our first ranked prospect of the summer, and as a result of nine new players being added to the mix, he ends up sliding down the board to our 20th spot.

Vancouver Canucks News / Daily Faceoff / July 16

Canucks bring back Alex Edler for player development role

The Vancouver Canucks continue to add former club stars to the organization, adding retired defenseman Alex Edler to the team’s player development department,

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / July 16

11 takeaways from the Canucks’ 2026-27 schedule

We learned on Wednesday that the Vancouver Canucks would open their 2026-27 National Hockey League regular season with a home and home set against the Edmonton Oilers.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / July 16

NHL releases Canucks’ full 84-game 2026-27 NHL schedule

On Wednesday, the NHL announced home opener dates for all 32 NHL teams. For the Vancouver Canucks, it’s going to be back-to-back matchups with the Edmonton Oilers.

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Shane Wright News / Canucksarmy / July 16

Don Taylor talks Rogers cuts, Canucks, Shane Wright, and more

On Wednesday’s episode of Canucks Conversation , David Quadrelli and Harman Dayal were joined by Don Taylor to discuss Rogers shutting down Sportsnet 650 before sharing his thoughts on the recent Shane Wright-to-Vancouver speculation.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / July 16

Canucks: When do third overall picks typically make (and make an impact on) the NHL?

The Vancouver Canucks’ rebuild really kicked off in earnest when they made Caleb Malhotra the third overall selection in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft. That pick makes Malhotra a real focal point in Vancouver, and though he’s at least a season away from making his debut, the pressure and expectations are already intense.

Evander Kane News / The Hockey Writers / July 16

3 Free Agency Fits for Evander Kane

With another forward, Anthony Mantha, off the board in free agency, the number of jobs left for the remaining free agent forwards is dwindling. One forward who might need to drop his asking price on his next contract and accept a lesser role to earn a new contract is Evander Kane, who remains an unrestricted free agent at the time of this article.

Luke Schenn News / Canucksarmy / July 15

What Canucks fans should expect from Luke Schenn in his third stint in Vancouver

The last time Luke Schenn wore a Vancouver Canucks sweater, his responsibility was to be a security blanket beside the club’s franchise defenceman Quinn Hughes.

Vancouver Canucks News / The Hockey Writers / July 15

Canucks News & Rumours: Caleb Malhotra & Brendan Gallagher Could Shape Vancouver’s Future

One interesting thing about building an NHL team is that not every important addition looks the same. Sometimes it’s a highly drafted prospect who represents the future.

Vancouver Canucks News / Athlon Sports / July 13

Canucks' Plans for Marco Rossi Emerge Amid Elias Pettersson Speculation

The Vancouver Canucks have entered a rebuilding phase after trading franchise defenseman Quinn Hughes during the 2025-26 season. Under new general manager Ryan Johnson and coach Manny Malhotra, who were hired in May and June, respectively, Vancouver has made moves geared toward building for the future and developing younger players.

Vancouver Canucks News / Professor Press Box / July 12

Canucks Finalize Their Coaching Staff with Some Surprises

The Vancouver Canucks have officially completed Manny Malhotra’s coaching staff for the upcoming season, but one thing stands out about the group joining him behind the bench.

Marco Rossi News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 11

Insider makes bold Canucks’ Marco Rossi prediction

Although Elias Pettersson makes more money than any other player on the Vancouver Canucks, it’s been rumored for many months that he could eventually be shipped out of British Columbia.