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Canucks give up six goals in second period in 6-0 loss to Oilers

Got to love a black skate jersey night! Editor’s Note: Or do you? So, the Canucks were understandably underdogs heading into this game. Edmonton, even without Leon Draisaitl, are always a threat to score a ton of goals, and the Canucks had lost 11 of their last 12 games on home ice.

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Scenes from morning skate: Tolopilo surprise starter for Canucks, Draisaitl on leave for the Oilers

The Vancouver Canucks (16-26-5) open an eight-game homestand when they host the Edmonton Oilers (23-17-8) at Rogers Arena. Tonight’s game is part of Hockey Day in Canada and is set to begin at 7 pm PT.

Kiefer Sherwood News / Canucksarmy / January 17

Canucks trade rumours: What could the Sharks offer for Kiefer Sherwood?

It appears Kiefer Sherwood’s days as a Vancouver Canuck are numbered. Reports from Donnie & Dhali’s Rick Dhaliwal on Friday indicate that the Canucks

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / January 17

Buium, Rossi, and Öhgren: Reviewing the 3 Canucks since the Quinn Hughes trade

It’s been just over a month since the Quinn Hughes trade, and because of that, it feels like a good time to take a look at how the new guys are doing as members of the Vancouver Canucks. Since joining the team, all three players have received more opportunities than they had with the Minnesota Wild.

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NHL News / Last Word On Sports / January 17

NHL Predictions: January 17th, Edmonton Oilers at Vancouver Canucks

Welcome back to NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out.

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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.

Evander Kane News / Canucksarmy / January 16

Canucks trade rumours: Kings ‘kicking the tires’ on Evander Kane

With the Vancouver Canucks rumoured to have tried to peddle forward Evander Kane back to his former team, the Edmonton Oilers, it looks like another team might be “kicking tires” on the veteran winger.

Zeev Buium News / NHL Trade Talk / January 16

The Zeev Buium Trade Is Going to Be a Good One for the Canucks

The Vancouver Canucks are not winning with Quinn Hughes out of their lineup. You don’t replace that kind of talent cleanly, and you certainly don’t do it overnight.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / January 16

At this point, who is the Canucks’ core?

Since the calendar flipped to 2026, the Vancouver Canucks are still searching for their first victory of the year. They failed to do so in front of the home fans early in the month against the Seattle Kraken and Boston Bruins, and couldn’t secure even a single point on their six-game Eastern road trip.

NHL News / Yardbarker / January 16

Rangers send up white flag on 2025-26 season with letter to fans

The New York Rangers have seen enough with this current group of players.

How GM Tom Fitzgerald can save the Devils – and his job

Devils place two players on waivers

Hurricanes acquire Kyle Masters in deal involving draft picks

Nikolaj Ehlers' hat trick helps Hurricanes dominate Panthers

Leafs’ Anthony Stolarz still ‘couple more practices’ away from return

NHL's Gary Bettman says he binged 'Heated Rivalry' in one night

Vancouver Canucks News / The Hockey Writers / January 16

Canucks News & Rumours: Boeser, Lankinen & Road Woes Continue

The Vancouver Canucks’ road struggles continued on Thursday night, dropping a 4–1 decision to the Columbus Blue Jackets and extending their losing streak to nine games (0-7-2).

Kiefer Sherwood News / Canucksarmy / January 16

Dhaliwal: Canucks and Sherwood working together on a trade; Sharks one to watch as potential destination

According to reports on Friday, the Vancouver Canucks and Kiefer Sherwood’s camp are working together to help expedite a trade, despite his recent injury.

Conor Garland News / Canucksarmy / January 16

NHL trade rumours: Should the Canucks trade Conor Garland?

For some, the question of how to properly rebuild the Vancouver Canucks is simple. Pick an age-based threshold, say 25 or 26, and try to trade everyone above that mark.

Kiefer Sherwood News / NHL Trade Talk / January 16

Rangers Made Serious Trade Offer to Canucks For Kiefer Sherwood

The New York Rangers’ interest in Vancouver Canucks forward Kiefer Sherwood appears to have stalled, and it may say more about Vancouver’s valuation of the player than New York’s willingness to spend.

NHL News / Canucksarmy / January 16

The Statsies: Drew O’Connor stands out in unremarkable Canucks loss to Blue Jackets

A winless road trip, who could’ve thought. The Vancouver Canucks dropped the final game of their road trip by a 4-1 scoreline to the Columbus Blue Jackets.

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Vancouver Canucks News / NHL Trade Talk / January 16

Insider Says D-Man Would Be Vancouver’s Most Coveted Trade Target

If the Vancouver Canucks ever decided to truly open the door to trade discussions, one name would immediately rise above the rest: Filip Hronek. According

Kiefer Sherwood News / The Hockey Writers / January 16

Insider Reports Rangers Made Solid Offer for Canucks’ Kiefer Sherwood

The New York Rangers and Vancouver Canucks have both struggled this season. The Rangers are just two seasons out from winning the Presidents’ Trophy, and while they seemed to be poised to make a push for a championship, they haven’t found a way back to the playoffs since.

Vancouver Canucks News / Last Word On Sports / January 16

The Sky is Falling for the Vancouver Canucks

No one has any answers. The bottom has truly given out with this current nine-game losing streak the Canucks are on. Just three-to-four weeks ago, the vibes were high, with their four-game win streak.

Elias Pettersson News / NHL Trade Talk / January 15

Canucks to Trade Big Piece of Remaining Core?: Taking Calls on Elias Pettersson

It’s amazing how far things have fallen in Vancouver. Just a few years ago, the Vancouver Canucks looked like a franchise on the verge of something special.

Elias Pettersson News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 14

Canucks Willing To Listen On Elias Pettersson

As the Vancouver Canucks continue to ponder seismic, franchise-altering changes, significant attention has been paid to the possibility of the club moving on from top center Elias Pettersson.

Vancouver Canucks News / NHL Rumors / January 14

NHL Rumors: Vancouver Canucks Trade Candidates

Patrick Johnston of The Province: Vancouver Canucks forward Jake DeBrusk said last week that he doesn’t want to get traded, “Oh no. I’m here to stay. To fix this.” He doesn’t want to go, but if a team calls on the 29-year-old forward, and with the Canucks looking to get young, doesn’t it make more sense for the Canucks to trade him?

Vancouver Canucks News / Larry Brown Sports / January 14

Jake DeBrusk got brutally honest after Canucks’ eighth-straight loss

All the losing is taking a toll on Vancouver Canucks forward Jake DeBrusk. The Canucks are still winless since the calendar flipped to 2026, and their losing streak reached eight games following a 2-1 loss at the hands of the Ottawa Senators on Tuesday at the Canadian Tire Centre in Ottawa, Ontario.