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July 1, 2025 was an important day for the Vancouver Canucks, and in a few different ways. Eschewing the typical pattern of the Free Agent Frenzy, GM Patrik Allvin and Co.

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Grading Conor Garland, Thatcher Demko contract extensions with Canucks

The Vancouver Canucks re-signed multiple players this week, as 2026 pending free agents became eligible to sign extensions as of July 1. Conor Garland signed a six-year extension with the team, carrying a $6 million cap hit annually.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / July 4

Dave Hall’s Canucks 2025 development camp scrimmage notebook

The Vancouver Canucks’ 2025 Development Camp wrapped up its on-ice portion with a Blue vs. White scrimmage at UBC on Thursday, giving fans their first glimpse of the organization’s newest crop and 16 invites in game action.

Vancouver Canucks News / The Hockey Writers / July 4

2025-26 Is Make-or-Break Season for Canucks’ Core

On a recent episode of Halford & Brough, the hosts tackled a topic that many Vancouver Canucks fans are quietly asking themselves: What is this team’s identity heading into 2025–26?

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Can you name every winner of the Hart Trophy, which honors the most valuable player in the NHL, since 1983?

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Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / July 4

What does the Canucks’ projected lineup look like post NHL free agency?

While the rest of the Vancouver Canucks‘ offseason is shaping up to be a big game of “will they, won’t they?” when it comes to adding a second line centre, the club currently has a lineup we can look at and start to draw some conclusions from.

Vancouver Canucks News / Hockey Latest / July 4

Former Vancouver Canucks Goaltender Leaves the NHL and Signs Overseas

A former goaltender of the Vancouver Canucks, who was most recently with the Carolina Hurricanes, has packed his bags and is heading overseas. Former Vancouver Canucks goalie Spencer Martin inked a two-year deal with CSKA Moscow, the Kontinental Hockey League reported.

Vancouver Canucks News / Blade of Steel / July 4

Canucks Dealt Embarrassing Blow as Two Star Free Agents Reject Them

The Vancouver Canucks brought back Brock Boeser in free agency, but according to a recent report, they missed out on two of their biggest targets as they failed to fill a key need at the.

Vancouver Canucks News / Hockey Latest / July 4

Canucks Miss Out on Two Key Free Agents They Were Actively Pursuing

The Canucks have lost out on two top free agents they had their eyes on and that they had reportedly submitted offers for, per 'The Fourth Period.' The Vancouver Canucks attempted to address center depth via free agency to no avail, and now GM Patrik Allvin must look at other means.

Todd Bertuzzi News / Hockey Latest / July 4

Canucks Legend Todd Bertuzzi Signs Surprising New Pro Contract

The Canuck and NHL legend is back, as Todd Bertuzzi has shockingly signed a new professional contract to play hockey again at the age of 50. Todd Bertuzzi will be serving a rare dual purpose next season at Galt Arena Gardens, both coach and player.

Kiefer Sherwood News / Canucksarmy / July 4

What would a Kiefer Sherwood extension look like with the Canucks?

The Vancouver Canucks did not make a ton of noise on the free agent market on July 1. Instead, they decided to hand out three contract extensions to Brock Boeser, Thatcher Demko and Conor Garland.

Patrik Allvin News / Canucksarmy / July 4

How the new rumoured AHL paper transaction rules favour teams like the Canucks

Remember how Patrik Allvin and company were sending down and calling up players like there was no tomorrow? That kind of thing seems to be coming to an end.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / July 4

How do Boeser, Demko, and Garland’s new Canucks contracts compare to their old ones?

The Free Agent Frenzy of July 1 can be an overwhelming one. Teams are besieged by new arrivals, with each of them typically sporting a new bloated contract with whatever salary it took to lure them away from their old team.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / July 4

Canucks Forward Reportedly Rejected Bigger Maple Leafs Contract Offer

The Toronto Maple Leafs tried to land Brock Boeser in free agency, offering more money annually than the Vancouver Canucks did right after the market opened on July 1. Ultimately, Boeser declined the short-term proposal offered by the Leafs and and decided to re-sign with the Canucks on a longer, seven-year deal.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / July 3

Which NHL teams did each Canucks free agent end up signing with?

NHL Free Agency has come and gone, and as was the case for many teams, there weren’t a ton of fireworks for the Vancouver Canucks. The club managed to re-sign Brock Boeser in the 11th hour thanks to a last-minute call from general manager Patrik Allvin.

Christian Dvorak News / Canucksarmy / July 3

Canucks rumoured offer for UFA Christian Dvorak was 3 years at $4 million annually

One of the hottest commodities on the free agent market on July 1 this year was a top-six centre, with several teams on the hunt to bolster their offence this summer.

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Brock Boeser News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 3

Brock Boeser drops ‘roller coaster’ truth bomb after re-signing with Canucks

Despite basically everyone thinking Brock Boeser was leaving Vancouver, the Canucks managed to get a new contract hammered out with the forward after he all but said his unofficial goodbyes to the team near the end of the 2024-25 NHL regular season.

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 3

Best, worst value contracts signed so far in NHL free agency

NHL free agency opened on Tuesday, and, so far, 181 contracts have been signed worth almost $800,000,000 total. Which contracts will age well, and which had fans shaking their heads at the numbers?

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Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / July 3

Where each of the Canucks’ 2025 draft picks will be playing next season

With July 1st now in the rearview, the bell has officially rung on the 2025 offseason. That means that it’s already time to start thinking about next season and where players will spend their 2025-26 season.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / July 3

Boeser Plan B for Canucks, Bouchard’s Wild Ask, & More NHL Rumors

In today’s NHL rumors rundown, there are still a few big names unsigned in free agency, and Dmitry Orlov is one of the biggest on defense. Why hasn’t he signed yet?

Vancouver Canucks News / The Hockey Writers / July 3

White Towels and King Richard: The Underdog Magic of the 1982 Canucks

In 1982, hockey was treated to one of the most memorable playoff runs in NHL history. The Vancouver Canucks—underdogs by almost every measure—caught fire and made their way to the Stanley Cup Final.

Brock Boeser News / NHL Trade Talk / July 2

Boeser Turned Down Major Offers to Stay with Canucks

What a difference a day makes. After months of speculation and an emotional rollercoaster that included trade rumors and deadline frustrations, Brock Boeser is staying in Vancouver — and for the long haul.

Vancouver Canucks News / The Hockey Writers / July 2

5 Canucks Prospects to Pay Attention to at Development Camp

It’s finally time for the Vancouver Canucks‘ annual development camp, where prospects and invites are welcomed to their facilities for a week-long event.

Vancouver Canucks News / Daily Faceoff / July 1

Canucks sign Brock Boeser to long-term deal

The Vancouver Canucks announced on Tuesday that the team has agreed to terms on a seven-year contract with free agent winger Brock Boeser. The deal with carry an average annual value of $7.25 million.

Vancouver Canucks News / Field Level Media / July 1

Canucks sign Thatcher Demko, Conor Garland to extensions

Goaltender Thatcher Demko and forward Conor Garland both agreed to long-term extensions with the Vancouver Canucks on Tuesday. Demko reached a three-year, $25.5 million deal and Garland committed to a six-year, $36 million contract, general manager Patrik Allvin announced.

Conor Garland News / Daily Faceoff / July 1

Canucks sign Conor Garland to six-year extension

The Vancouver Canucks have announced that they’ve signed winger Conor Garland to a six-year contract extension with a cap hit of $6 million. Garland is entering the final year of his five-year contract with a $4.95 million cap hit, and with the league calendar resetting on July 1st, he was eligible for an extension.

Thatcher Demko News / Daily Faceoff / July 1

Canucks sign Thatcher Demko to three-year contract extension

A former Vezina Trophy finalist is staying out west for a few more seasons. On Tuesday, Vancouver Canucks general manager Patrik Allvin announced that the team has signed goaltender Thatcher Demko to a three-year contract extension.