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Former Canuck Ryan Kesler charged with two counts of criminal sexual misconduct: report

A former Vancouver Canucks star is reportedly in legal trouble. According to a report from The Athletic, former NHL forward Ryan Kesler was arraigned in a courtroom on Monday in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, on two misdemeanour counts of fourth-degree criminal sexual conduct.

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Canucks recall top prospect Tom Willander

Rick Dhaliwal of CHEK shared on Monday that the Vancouver Canucks are calling up top defensive prospect Tom Willander.

Canucks snap three-game skid as Kiefer Sherwood's OT goal beats Oilers

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Kiefer Sherwood News / NHL Trade Talk / October 27

Could Kiefer Sherwood’s Contract Be the Key to Keeping a Canucks Superstar?

Kiefer Sherwood has quickly gone from depth winger to one of the Vancouver Canucks’ most valuable players — and that success is creating a contract dilemma the team is going to have to navigate.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / October 27

Abby Canucks weekend recap: Ontario Reign spoil banner-raising weekend fesitivties

It was a historic weekend at Abbotsford Centre as the Canucks celebrated their 2024–25 Calder Cup victory with a banner-raising ceremony in front of a packed home crowd on a Friday night.

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How many of the Maurice Richard trophy winners since the award was first given out in 1998-99 can you name in five minutes?

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Pavel Zacha News / Canucksarmy / October 27

Should the Canucks trade for Bruins centre Pavel Zacha?

Wildfire season is over for the year, but there’s still plenty of smoke around Vancouver. The Canucks’ desire to improve their roster, and specifically their forward corps, is no secret.

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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.

NHL News / Canucksarmy / October 27

The Statsies: Elias Pettersson takes on Connor McDavid matchup in win against Oilers

How about that? The Vancouver Canucks came close to blowing a lead again, but pulled one out against the Edmonton Oilers to win 4-3 in overtime. Despite the lead, the Canucks were on their heels for much of last night, withstanding a lot of Oiler pressure throughout the contest.

Braeden Cootes News / Sporting News / October 27

Why Canucks didn’t keep Braeden Cootes on NHL roster with WHL decision

Vancouver did what many NHL teams do.

Vancouver Canucks News / Field Level Media / October 27

Canucks snap 3-game skid as Kiefer Sherwood's OT goal beats Oilers

Kiefer Sherwood scored twice, including the overtime winner, as the Vancouver Canucks edged the visiting Edmonton Oilers 4-3 on Sunday night. Brock Boeser added a goal and an assist, and Elias Pettersson also scored for Vancouver, which snapped a three-game losing streak and improved to 2-2-0 on home ice this season.

Kiefer Sherwood News / The Hockey Writers / October 27

Sherwood’s 2 Goals Lead Canucks to 4-3 Overtime Victory Over the Oilers

The Vancouver Canucks hosted the Edmonton Oilers at Rogers Arena on Sunday night for the second half of a back-to-back for both teams. The Canucks were coming off a 4-3 loss to the Montreal Canadiens, while the Oilers fell to the Kraken 3-2.

Victor Mancini News / Daily Faceoff / October 27

Canucks’ Victor Mancini leaves game against Oilers with undisclosed injury

The Vancouver Canucks announced on social media that defenseman Victor Mancini would not return to their Sunday night matchup against the Edmonton Oilers, leaving the game with an undisclosed injury.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / October 27

Kiefer Sherwood scores twice as Canucks beat Oilers 4-3

So, bad news: Quinn Hughes was out of the lineup tonight with a lower-body injury. And the good news? Well, let’s just dive into tonight’s game and see if we get any.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / October 26

Hughes out with lower-body injury, Mancini replaces him for Canucks vs. Oilers

It appears the Vancouver Canucks will be without their captain tonight against Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl and the Edmonton Oilers. Canucks Head Coach Adam Foote announced that Quinn Hughes will be out of the lineup tonight, per Sportsnet 650’s Brendan Batchelor.

Vancouver Canucks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 26

Canucks recall Kirill Kudryavtsev, assign Joseph LaBate

The Vancouver Canucks have recalled defenseman Kirill Kudryavtsev and assigned forward Joseph LaBate. The move once again shifts around roles near the bottom of the Canucks’ lineup, as they try to bear through seven different injuries.

Lukas Reichel News / The Hockey Writers / October 26

Lukas Reichel Might Be the Canucks’ Smartest Low-Risk Move Yet

Now and then, a team finds value not through splashy trades or headline-grabbing free agents, but through a change-of-scenery player — someone whose story needs a new chapter.

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Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / October 26

Canucks recall D Kirill Kudryavtsev from AHL Abbotsford, reassign Joe LaBate

Vancouver Canucks General Manager Patrik Allvin announced on Sunday morning that the club has assigned forward Joseph LaBate to AHL Abbotsford and recalled defenceman Kirill Kudryavtsev.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / October 26

Canucks’ Potential Trade Decision Emerges on Sunday

The Vancouver Canucks remain in pursuit of Boston Bruins forward Pavel Zacha, but a trade may not be simple. During Sportsnet's "Saturday Headlines" segment, Elliotte Friedman confirmed Vancouver’s long-standing interest in the 27-year-old center.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 26

Canucks pursue halting losing streak in meeting vs. Oilers

The Vancouver Canucks will look to avoid a fourth straight loss as they continue a three-game homestand against the visiting Edmonton Oilers on Sunday night.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 25

Canucks issue injury updates on Filip Chytil, three others

Allvin provided several updates on the status of some of their injured players.

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Max Sasson News / The Hockey Writers / October 25

Canucks News & Rumours: Sasson, New Project & Injury Report

The Vancouver Canucks return home tonight to face the Montréal Canadiens after wrapping up a five-game road trip that began brightly but ended on a sour note.

Vancouver Canucks News / Athlon Sports / October 24

Canucks Reportedly Refuse to Cross Line in Thin Center Trade Market

The Vancouver Canucks are actively searching for center help following Filip Chytil’s latest injury setback. According to Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman, however, the Canucks have no intention of parting with their 2026 first-round pick, not for now, at least.

Vancouver Canucks News / NHL Trade Talk / October 24

Canucks Won’t Move Key Piece Amid Trade Search for Center

In the wake of the news that Filip Chytil may be out for some time, the Vancouver Canucks are exploring options to find another center. But, according to NHL insiders, their search may be hampered by limited trade assets and a shallow market.

Vancouver Canucks News / Daily Faceoff / October 23

Canucks coach Adam Foote explains why Elias Pettersson’s 5-on-5 ice time has been limited

Vancouver Canucks head coach Adam Foote spoke to the media Thursday, and addressed his decision to give Elias Pettersson the least amount of 5-on-5 ice time among centers in Tuesday’s 5-1 loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins.

Vancouver Canucks News / NHL Trade Talk / October 22

Canucks Exploring Center Trade Market But Get Bad News

The Vancouver Canucks are officially in the market for a center — but according to multiple insiders, there’s little help to be found. Following Filip Chytil’s latest setback, a likely concussion that could sideline him long-term, general manager Patrik Allvin is searching for ways to shore up his lineup down the middle.