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All of the Canucks’ trade chips ranked by potential return heading into Trade Deadline week

We’ve finally made it. Welcome to Trade Deadline Week, and not only that, but what could be one of the most important Trade Deadline Weeks in Vancouver Canucks history.

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‘He’s got to be better and he knows that’: Foote explains Pettersson’s benching after Canucks’ loss to Kraken

The Vancouver Canucks fell to their I-5 rival, the Seattle Kraken, 5-1, but the loss isn’t the biggest talking point to come from the contest. Canucks forward and the team’s highest-paid player, Elias Pettersson, saw his role and minutes decline drastically on Saturday night.

Elias Pettersson News / Canucksarmy / March 1

Elias Pettersson rides the pine in Canucks’ 5-1 loss to Kraken

This game started with a great pace, and there was a close call for the Canucks early on, as Jordan Eberle hit the crossbar behind Kevin Lankinen after putting the moves on Tom Willander, causing the rookie defenceman to lose his balance.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / February 28

What could the Stars offer the Canucks for Tyler Myers?

For a guy who has always moved around the ice pretty quickly for his size, the Tyler Myers trade process has been slow going. When it was announced shortly

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Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / February 28

Scenes from morning skate: Lankinen starts, Myers sits again for Canucks vs. Kraken

The Vancouver Canucks (18-33-7) finish the month of February with a matchup against the Seattle Kraken (27-22-9) at Climate Pledge Arena. Puck drop is set for 7 p.m., and it’s the late game on Hockey Night in Canada. The Canucks have dropped four straight (0-2-2) since their last victory on January 29 against the Anaheim Ducks.

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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

Tyler Myers News / Professor Press Box / February 28

What’s Really Going On With Canucks' Tyler Myers?

If you’ve followed enough trade deadlines, you know the code words. When a team scratches a veteran for “roster management purposes,” it’s almost always the same thing — they don’t want a possible trade piece getting hurt.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / February 28

Is now really the best time to trade Canucks’ Elias Pettersson and Brock Boeser?

As we approach the trade deadline, the trade rumours surrounding some of the Vancouver Canucks veterans have been swirling. Conversations of whether or not the team should move off some of their veterans to kick the rebuild into high gear.

Vancouver Canucks News / The Hockey Writers / February 28

Canucks News & Rumours: Buium, Boeser, Lekkerimaki & Myers Trade

Tonight’s game in Seattle against the Kraken might not be the marquee matchup the schedule-makers envisioned, but from the Vancouver Canucks‘ point of view, it’s far from meaningless.

Elias Pettersson News / NHL Trade Talk / February 28

Insider Floats Trade Package for Penguins to Acquire Elias Pettersson

Elias Pettersson is one of the more interesting names to watch ahead of next Friday’s March 6 trade deadline. Not long ago, he was a superstar center coming off 102- and 89-point seasons.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / February 28

‘I’m still signing that deal’: Things are different, but Jake DeBrusk doesn’t regret signing with the Canucks

There are multiple changes expected to be coming for the Vancouver Canucks throughout the upcoming week, leading up to the NHL Trade Deadline. The group of three unrestricted free agents (Evander Kane, Teddy Blueger, and David Kämpf) seem like the easiest to go.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / February 28

NHL Predictions: February 28th, Vancouver Canucks at Seattle Kraken

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.

Vancouver Canucks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / February 27

Canucks rumors: Tyler Myers trade timeline gets update from Elliotte Friedman

Fans of the Vancouver Canucks have awaited news on a Tyler Myers trade for a few days now. On Thursday, it came to light that the Canucks and Detroit Red Wings had a deal on the table.

Brock Boeser News / NHL Trade Talk / February 27

Boeser Sounds Like a Guy Sick of Being Trade Bait

Brock Boeser saying, “It’s not a trade deadline if my name’s not in there,” pretty much sums up his whole career in Vancouver. Every winter, the same cycle: rumours pop up, insiders toss his name around, fans get nervous, and Boeser just keeps playing through the noise.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / February 27

Who else is on the Canucks’ short list to be the next captain?

Earlier this week, the topic of the Vancouver Canucks‘ captaincy was brought back to the forefront. That was because, in a podcast appearance, President of Hockey Operations Jim Rutherford declared that defenceman Filip Hronek would be on “a very short list” of players to be considered for the Canucks’ captaincy.

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Tyler Myers News / Canucksarmy / February 27

Scenes from practice: Myers missing as Canucks skated ahead of quick trip to Seattle

All eyes were on whether Tyler Myers would join the Vancouver Canucks for practice on Friday afternoon at Rogers Arena. The answer, as it turned out, was no.

Jonathan Lekkerimaki News / Daily Faceoff / February 27

Canucks’ Jonathan Lekkerimaki to miss rest of season after undergoing successful surgery

The Vancouver Canucks received some clarifying news on Friday regarding one of their most promising young prospects. Canucks general manager Patrik Allvin announced that winger Jonathan Lekkerimaki underwent successful surgery for a shoulder injury.

Vancouver Canucks News / The Hockey Writers / February 27

Canucks News & Rumours: Canadian Identity, Kartye, Hronek & Next Captain

Some weeks, the Vancouver Canucks feel like a team searching for themselves in real time. You can see the effort, you can see the hope, and you can absolutely see the problems poking through the seams.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / February 27

8 potential 2026 NCAA free agent forwards the Canucks could target

With the Olympic break now on the back burner, we turn our attention to what’s next on the calendar: the NHL Trade Deadline and NCAA Free Agency watch.

Vancouver Canucks News / Last Word On Sports / February 27

NHL Rumours: The Latest On The Vancouver Canucks Trade Front

Welcome to a Vancouver Canucks edition of NHL Rumours, a hot topic of conversation as we approach the 2025-26 NHL Trade Deadline on March 6th. The Olympic roster freeze has lifted, and it is now a mad dash to the trade deadline.

Brock Boeser News / NHL Trade Talk / February 26

Insider Reveals Unexpected Change in Brock Boeser Trade Situation

TSN insider Darren Dreger is reporting that Brock Boeser‘s name is out there on the trade market just days ahead of the NHL Trade Deadline. While the Vancouver Canucks are known to be selling, it might come as a bit of a surprise to hear Boeser is potentially set to be moved, especially given his new seven-year contract extension.

Tyler Myers News / NHL Trade Talk / February 26