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Canucks injury news: Pettersson ‘still being evaluated’, Blueger won’t return until after Christmas

The Vancouver Canucks held a morning skate at Rogers Arena on Monday as they get set to take on the Detroit Red Wings tonight. After the skate, head coach Adam Foote provided lineup notes and updates on a couple of injured Canucks.

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Scenes from morning skate: Höglander debuts, Lankinen starts for Canucks vs. Red Wings

The Vancouver Canucks (11-15-3) host the Detroit Red Wings (15-11-3) in a 7 pm PT faceoff at Rogers Arena. After a 4-2 victory over the Minnesota Wild on Saturday, the Canucks will be looking to win back-to-back games for the first time since mid-October.

Jett Woo News / Daily Faceoff / December 8

Canucks place defenseman Jett Woo on waivers

A reigning champion has hit the wire. On Monday, the Vancouver Canucks placed defenseman Jett Woo on waivers, making him available to the other 31 teams in the NHL.

Quinn Hughes News / Canucksarmy / December 8

Canucks trade rumours: What could the Devils offer for Quinn Hughes?

The Vancouver Canucks might be battling it out for last place in the NHL with the Calgary Flames right now, but they’re the ones with all the smoke. The

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Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / December 8

Canucks prospect Braeden Cootes named to Team Canada’s World Junior training camp roster

Team Canada has officially announced their World Junior training camp roster on Monday morning. The list includes a total of 15 forwards, nine defenders and three goaltenders.

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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.

Vancouver Canucks News / The Hockey Writers / December 8

Canucks News & Rumours: Reichel, Lekkerimäki & Tolopilo’s New Dad Magic

Some nights, you can almost hear the Vancouver Canucks‘ gears grinding. Too many moving parts, not enough Elias Pettersson, and suddenly everyone’s looking around, wondering who’s supposed to drive the bus.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / December 8

Who loses their roster spot when Nils Höglander returns to the Canucks?

Nils Höglander is about to return to the Vancouver Canucks’ dressing room, much like Troy from Community returning to the housewarming party with pizza.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 8

Canucks, Red Wings have reportedly spoken about Quinn Hughes

Following up on his report from Saturday Headlines, Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman has reported on another team that has spoken to the Vancouver Canucks regarding a potential trade for star defenseman Quinn Hughes.

Linus Karlsson News / Canucksarmy / December 8

3 Canucks Stars of the Week: Linus Karlsson continues to prove himself at the NHL level

Welcome back to Stars of the Week at CanucksArmy ! Every week, we’ll be bringing you our Top Three best and brightest performers on the Vancouver Canucks that week.

NHL News / Field Level Media / December 7

Canucks look to build off young players' success vs. Red Wings

Following what head coach Adam Foote called a "gritty" win over the Minnesota Wild on Saturday, the Vancouver Canucks will try to win back-to-back home games for the first time this season when they host the Detroit Red Wings on Monday.

NHL News / Canucksarmy / December 7

The Statsies: A big game from Aatu Räty helps Canucks overcome Wild

It’s actually comical how inconsistent this team is. The Vancouver Canucks somehow, someway, managed to beat the Minnesota Wild by a 4-2 scoreline. With

Jim Rutherford News / Canucksarmy / December 7

Wagner’s Weekly: Is Canucks’ Jim Rutherford pulling off a stealth tank?

Despite an against-all-odds win against the Minnesota Wild on Saturday night, the Vancouver Canucks are still in dire straits. They’re 31st in the NHL

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / December 7

Canucks assign Jonathan Lekkerimäki to AHL Abbotsford

Following Saturday night’s win over the Minnesota Wild, Vancouver Canucks General Manager announced that forward Jonathan Lekkerimäki has been assigned to AHL Abbotsford: Lekkerimäki, 21, turned heads at training camp this season with his increased willingness to get into the dirty areas and his powerful shot.

Jonathan Lekkerimaki News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 7

Canucks reassign former first-round pick Jonathan Lekkerimaki

The Canucks have returned top forward prospect Jonathan Lekkerimäki to AHL Abbotsford, per a team announcement. They now have an open roster spot, which is expected to go to Nils Höglander as he nears an activation from long-term injured reserve.

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Elias Pettersson News / NHL on ClutchPoints / December 7

Canucks hit with Elias Pettersson injury blow before facing Wild

The Vancouver Canucks faced the Minnesota Wild and were able to get the 4-2 win, and they did it without a key forward. Elias Pettersson missed the game because of an upper-body injury, and he is expected to get an MRI, according to head coach Adam Foote.

Vancouver Canucks News / NHL Trade Talk / December 7

Quinn Hughes’ 'Fitzy' Reference Has Canucks Fans Concerned

Quinn Hughes was asked for his comments on rumors that the Vancouver Canucks and New Jersey Devils had discussed him and a potential trade. Following Elliotte Friedman’s report that the two teams did discuss Hughes after the Canucks sent out a memo that UFAs and veterans were available, the media, understandably, wanted to get Hughes’ thoughts.

Aatu Raty News / Field Level Media / December 7