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Canucks at Worlds: ‘Too early to tell’ extent of Hronek’s injury after vicious sequence vs Finland; Höglander departs vs Switzerland

On Thursday, news broke that Vancouver Canucks defenceman Filip Hronek had been injured in Czechia’s preliminary game against Finland. On Friday morning,

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Canucks defenceman Filip Hronek reportedly injured in chippy IIHF exhibition game

Even when the NHL regular season has concluded for the Vancouver Canucks, they can’t avoid the bad news. According to Zdenek Janda, a Czech reporter of Denik Sport, Canucks defenceman Filip Hronek was injured in an IIHF World Championship exhibition game for Czechia.

Marco Rossi News / Professor Press Box / April 30

Marco Rossi Deserves a Bigger Role with the Canucks

When the Vancouver Canucks finally pulled the trigger and moved Quinn Hughes, most of the attention went the obvious way—toward what they lost. And fair enough.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / April 30

What does the future hold after Nils Höglander’s worst career season?: Year in Review

Suffice it to say that Nils Höglander did not have a good 2025-26 season. Even in the backdrop of a historically bad season for the Vancouver Canucks, it was difficult to watch the Swede struggle in the way that he did.

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Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / April 30

Which teams do Canucks fans least want to see win the NHL Draft Lottery?

On Tuesday, Daily Faceoff published their “chaos rankings” for the 2026 NHL Draft Lottery. The Vancouver Canucks have the best odds of landing the first overall pick at 25.5%, but they also have roughly a 55.7% chance of dropping down to third overall, according to tankathon.com.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.

Vancouver Canucks News / The Hockey Writers / April 30

Is the Canucks’ ‘Good Guys’ Concept Too Simple?

The latest Halford & Brough discussion is the kind that sticks with you because, after you listen to it, it grows on you. It wasn’t particularly polished, official, or even serious, at least at first glance.

Marco Rossi News / Canucksarmy / April 30

Marco Rossi managed solid production despite mid-season trade and battling injuries: Year in Review

Marco Rossi did not start the season as a Vancouver Canuck, but he did finish as one, and he finished strong. Traded from the Minnesota Wild to the Canucks on December 12 as part of the Quinn Hughes trade, Rossi was brought in to try to fill the Canucks need for a centreman.

Jamie Langenbrunner News / Canucksarmy / May 1

Jamie Langenbrunner and Brad Pascall interview with the Canucks amid GM search: reports

Add two more names to the list of candidates for the Vancouver Canucks GM job. According to reports from CHEK TV’s Rick Dhaliwal and TSN’s Pierre LeBrun, Jamie Langenbrunner and Brad Pascall both interviewed with the Canucks following the club’s search for their next General Manager.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / April 29

CA Draft profiles: From solid prospect to top three candidate, Caleb Malhotra is the 2026 NHL Draft’s highest riser

The Vancouver Canucks have officially clinched the 32nd spot in the NHL standings, securing the best odds (25.5%) at the first overall pick in the 2026 NHL Draft.

NHL News / Canucksarmy / April 29

Panthers AGM Brett Peterson a new name linked to Canucks GM job

You can add Florida Panthers assistant general manager Brett Peterson’s name to the list of candidates for the Vancouver Canucks‘ vacant GM position. According to The Athletic’s Thomas Drance, Peterson is another candidate for the Canucks’ GM job.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / April 29

On this day in Canucks history: Towel Power is born 44 years ago

It remains a blight on the Vancouver Canucks that a white towel waved in mock surrender remains one of the most memorable moments in the 56-year history of the National Hockey League franchise.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / April 29

How feasible is it for the Canucks to select both Ruck twins at the 2026 Entry Draft?

So, there are these twins, right? If you’ve followed the 2026 draft class at all, you’ve no doubt already heard the names Markus and Liam Ruck by now. The 2008-born Osoyoos-born duo are draft eligible in June, and have been steadily rocketing up the rankings all season long.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / April 29

Canucks interview Patrick Burke, son of Brian Burke, for open GM position: report

A familiar name is being considered for an important front office job in Vancouver. According to Rick Dhaliwal of Donnie and Dhali – The Team, the Vancouver Canucks interviewed Patrick Burke for the open general manager position this week.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / April 29

Despite strong faceoff metrics, Aatu Räty struggles to find consistent minutes on 2025-26 Canucks: Year in Review

It’s difficult to look at Aatu Räty’s 2025–26 season and feel fully confident about where he sits within this Vancouver Canucks organization. On one hand, it was a season of promise.

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Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / April 28

Ben Berard signs AHL contract extension with Abbotsford Canucks

The Abbotsford Canucks have re-signed forward Ben Berard to a one-year AHL contract extension. The 27-year-old Duncan, BC native was a fixture on the 2025-26 Abbotsford team, leading the team with 20 goals.

Zeev Buium News / Canucksarmy / April 28

Zeev Buium emerged as a future leader throughout rookie season with Canucks: Year in Review

Heading into his rookie season, Zeev Buium was eager to contribute to a Stanley Cup-contending Minnesota Wild team. After getting a quick taste of NHL

Vancouver Canucks News / NHL Rumors / April 28

The Vancouver Canucks GM Position is Still Desirable

The Vancouver Canucks GM position is still desirable despite some chaos, as it allows someone to put their stamp on a team, and it will come with some longevity Daily Faceoff: David Pagnotta, on the Vancouver Canucks GM search.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / April 28

Tributes from around the hockey world pour in for Canucks legend John Garrett

It’s easy to see the lasting impact John Garrett made on so many in the hockey world. In the wake of the sad news Tuesday morning that the former Vancouver Canucks netminder turned beloved broadcaster had passed away suddenly at the age of 74, many prominent names in the hockey community took to social media to pay tribute to Garrett.

Vancouver Canucks News / Professor Press Box / April 28

The Canucks Had a Horrid Season: Did They Need It?

If you’re looking at the Vancouver Canucks right now, you kind of have to sit with two thoughts at the same time. One is obvious: that was a brutal season.

Vancouver Canucks News / The Hockey Writers / April 28

Canucks News & Rumours: Garrett, Näslund, Cootes & Sasson

If you are a Vancouver Canucks fan, one moment you’re hearing names from the past, both sad and happy, and at the same time, you’re watching the future start to take shape.

Vancouver Canucks News / NHL Trade Talk / April 28

Remembering Cheech: The Voice That Made Canucks Hockey

John Garrett passed away this week. He wasn’t just a goalie or a TV voice; he was the kind of guy who made hockey feel smarter and friendlier at the same time.

Vancouver Canucks News / The Hockey Writers / April 27

How Teddy Blueger Fits Into the Canucks’ Future

I was reading Daniel Wagner’s article today on Teddy Blueger and thought he made a pretty solid case that deserves a bit more airtime. The Vancouver Canucks are in that awkward but important stage of team-building where they’re trying to thread two timelines together at once.