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Is trading Drew O’Connor the Canucks’ easiest route to another decent draft pick?

The very nature of the Vancouver Canucks’ current rebuild has almost demanded a focus on mid-round picks. Following the dealing of Kiefer Sherwood for two seconds and a prospect, the Canucks were left with a number of pending UFA veterans who are expected to return the likes of a third-round pick or less.

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CA’s top 15 Canucks mid-season prospect rankings: #8 Anthony Romani

We continue on with our 2026 mid-season Vancouver Canucks prospect rankings here at CanucksArmy. Today, we bring you a sharpshooting winger who can beat netminders clean and rack up the points.

Vancouver Canucks News / NHL Rumors / February 13

NHL Rumors: Vancouver Canucks, Buyers and Sellers

Thomas Drance of The Athletic: The Vancouver Canucks had active trade talks leading up to the Olympic trade freeze, but nobody paid the price the Canucks wanted for Evander Kane, Teddy Blueger and David Kämpf.

Vancouver Canucks News / Breakaway on SI / February 13

Canucks' David Kämpf Living Out Olympic Dream for Czechia

David Kämpf has worn the Czech jersey at the World Championships and World Juniors. He has experienced the thrill of international gold. But one box had remained unchecked on his resume, and that is the honor of representing your nation at the Winter Olympics.

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How many of the 35 American-born NHL players to reach the 700-point milestone can you name in five minutes?

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Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / February 13

Olympic Hockey Preview: Canucks’ Pettersson, Hronek, Kämpf and Lankinen all in action; Canada battles Switzerland

Fully in the swing of the round robin, hockey fans are spoiled with the quality of hockey we’re seeing when the best collide with one another. And now, we’ve got a fully stacked Friday for Vancouver Canucks fans.

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The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / February 12

Abbotsford Canucks’ Ben Berard earns AHL All-Star victory with Team Pacific

Vancouver Island’s Ben Berard is heading back to Abbotsford with a little extra hardware and plenty of bragging rights. Stepping in for Kirill Kudryavtsev, who was sidelined by a high ankle sprain, Berard represented the Abbotsford Canucks at the AHL All-Star festivities in Rockford, Illinois.

Roberto Luongo News / Canucksarmy / February 12

Former Canucks goaltender Roberto Luongo named to CHL’s Top 50 players of all-time

As the Canadian Hockey League celebrates its 50th anniversary this year, the league has announced its list of the Top 50 Players of the Last 50 Years,

Vancouver Canucks News / The Hockey Writers / February 12

Canucks News & Rumours: DeBrusk & Pettersson Trade Chances

The Olympic break has given everyone a breather, but it hasn’t slowed down the rumour mill around the Vancouver Canucks. If anything, things feel even busier.

Elias Pettersson News / NHL Trade Talk / February 12

Interested Teams Won’t Love Hearing Analyst’s Elias Pettersson Comparison

It’s been a rough go for Elias Pettersson over the past few years. Ever since signing a monster deal to stay in Vancouver long-term, it’s fallen off the rails.

Vancouver Canucks News / Professor Press Box / February 12

Orland Kurtenbach: The First Captain of the Vancouver Canucks

When the Vancouver Canucks entered the NHL in 1970, everything was new—the jerseys, the rivals, even the idea that big-league hockey had finally come to the province of British Columbia.

Ty Young News / Canucksarmy / February 12

CA’s top 15 Canucks mid-season prospect rankings: #9 Ty Young

We continue on with our 2026 mid-season Vancouver Canucks prospect rankings here at CanucksArmy. Today, we crack into our top-10 prospects with a goaltender coming off a strong rookie season.

Filip Hronek News / Canucksarmy / February 12

Olympic Hockey Preview: Canucks’ Hronek, Kämpf, and Czechia battle Canada; Blueger and Latvia vs. USA

After what’s been a disastrous season for the Vancouver Canucks, their Canadian fans are exceptionally excited to watch tomorrow when Team Canada hits the ice.

Vancouver Canucks News / Professor Press Box / February 11

The West Coast Heartbeat: The Legends of Vancouver's Cyclone Taylor Trophy

In the deep-rooted lore of the Vancouver Canucks, certain names carry a weight that transcends time. From the smoky air of the old Pacific Coliseum to the modern roar of Rogers Arena, fans have always known which player truly carries the team on their back.

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Vancouver Canucks News / The Hockey Writers / February 11

Canucks News & Rumours: Hronek, Prospects Chiarot & Cootes

The Olympic break is supposed to be a breather, but if you follow the Vancouver Canucks, there’s never a quiet day. Between Filip Hronek gearing up for

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / February 11

Meet the buyers: Who might be interested in Canucks centres Blueger and Kämpf?

Dave Mustaine of Megadeth once sang, “Peace sells…but who’s buying?” An amended version of those lyrics about the Vancouver Canucks and their ongoing rebuild might be “UFAs sell…but who’s buying?” We’ve spilled an awful lot of digital ink on the theoretical trade value of pending free agents like Evander Kane, Teddy Blueger, and David Kämpf.

Elias Pettersson News / NHL Trade Talk / February 11

Same Team Popping Up as Elias Pettersson Trade Speculation Grows

The Vancouver Canucks may not be actively shopping Elias Pettersson, but the noise around the star center is getting louder — and it’s no longer easy to ignore.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / February 11

Abbotsford Canucks’ Ben Berard steals the show at the 2026 AHL All-Star Skills Competition

Ben Berard stole the show at the AHL All-Star game with one of the nicest goals you will see in any scenario. Taking the spot of Kirill Kudryavtsev, who was sidelined by a high ankle sprain, Berard stepped in to represent the Abbotsford Canucks at the AHL All-Star Challenge — and he made sure the opportunity didn’t go quietly.

Aku Koskenvuo News / Canucksarmy / February 11

CA’s top 15 Canucks mid-season prospect rankings: #10 Aku Koskenvuo

We continue with our 2026 mid-season Vancouver Canucks prospect rankings here at CanucksArmy. We’ve officially hit our goalie run, where two backstoppers have begun their professional journey in tandem.

NHL News / Total Pro Sports / February 11

'His Best Days Might Be Behind Him' – Craig Button Shuts Down Hopes Of Olympic Turnaround For Elias Pettersson

The Vancouver Canucks have found themselves in a deep hole this season. Sitting at the bottom of the standings, there has been very little for fans to feel optimistic about.

Vancouver Canucks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 11

Longtime Canucks broadcaster Jim Robson passes away

Retired Vancouver Canucks play-by-play announcer Jim Robson has passed away at the age of 91, the news shared by Rick Dhaliwal of CHEK. He was an original

Vancouver Canucks News / NHL Trade Talk / February 10

Insider Suggests Top Wingers Are Most Likely Canucks to Be Traded

The Vancouver Canucks are one of the few—if not the only—teams around the NHL openly rebuilding and willing to discuss trades involving just about every player on their roster.

Vancouver Canucks News / Inside The Rink / February 9

Vancouver Canucks Rebuild: Timeline, Trades, and What Comes Next

The Vancouver Canucks rebuild has reached a volatile crossroads, blurring the line between a strategic retool and a full organizational reset. Sitting near the bottom of the NHL standings, Vancouver’s so-called “hybrid rebuild” has exposed long-standing issues with roster construction, defensive structure, and leadership stability.

Vancouver Canucks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 5

Vancouver Canucks Reassign Three Players

The Vancouver Canucks announced a series of transactions to prepare their roster for the Olympic break: forward Jonathan Lekkerimäki, defenseman Victor Mancini, and netminder Nikita Tolopilo have all been reassigned to the club’s AHL affiliate, the Abbotsford Canucks.