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Adam Foote on first day impressions, Pettersson and Boeser’s potential and managing Demko’s workload

Penticton, BC — On his first day as an NHL head coach, new Vancouver Canucks bench boss Adam Foote was reminded of every lesson he got from his coaching mentors, including the last man in charge in Vancouver.

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The Canucks’ goaltending future is in good hands, and the timing couldn’t be better

In the NHL, success isn’t just about winning now; it’s about laying the groundwork for the years ahead. The most competitive organizations aren’t just focused on the current roster, but constantly planning for what comes next.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / September 18

Canucks Notebook: 3 takeaways from Day 1 of training camp

Penticton BC – Before the Vancouver Canucks embark on a new season, there are still questions to be answered – especially when there’s a new bench boss.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / September 18

First day of Canucks camp more about fitting in than standing out

Penticton, BC – The first day of Vancouver Canucks training camp at the South Okanagan Events Centre wasn’t about standing out as much as it was about fitting in.

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Thatcher Demko News / Canucksarmy / September 18

Canucks’ Demko on 2026 Olympics: ‘If I can play up to my standard, I will be on that team’

In Thatcher Demko and Kevin Lankinen, the Vancouver Canucks believe they have one of the best goaltending tandems in the NHL. But public opinion is mixed on the Canucks’ goaltenders, namely on Demko, who missed chunks of time last season with various injuries en route to an .889 save percentage through 23 games.

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The 20 NHL players under the most pressure for the 2025-26 season

Every NHL player faces some degree of pressure. Even Aleksander Barkov, who has captained the Florida Panthers to back-to-back titles. However, some players certainly face more pressure than most, and of course inherently some players are facing the most pressure.

Elias Pettersson News / Canucksarmy / September 18

Elias Pettersson talks feeling stronger, linemates, and more on first day of Canucks training camp

Penticton, BC — Elias Pettersson knows the pressure he’s under coming into this year’s Vancouver Canucks training camp. And he’s come to Penticton with the right mindset.

Quinn Hughes News / The Hockey Writers / September 18

Canucks News & Rumours: Giants, Abbotsford, and Hughes’ Future

The Vancouver Canucks are heading into the 2025–26 season with a few intriguing storylines. Although there have been only a few high-profile trades, some upcoming preseason showdowns are expected.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / September 18

Pettersson back with DeBrusk and Boeser; Kane with Chytil on day one of training camp

Penticton, BC — As you may have seen in our first update of our live blog, we’re very close to getting our first Vancouver Canucks line combinations to chew on!

Elias Pettersson News / Athlon Sports / September 18

Canucks President Takes Subtle Dig at Elias Pettersson

The Vancouver Canucks entered training camp facing questions about Elias Pettersson’s true talent after his form dipped massively in a disappointing 2024–25 campaign.

Quinn Hughes News / Athlon Sports / September 18

Canucks President Fails to Provide Clarity on Quinn Hughes' Future in Vancouver

Vancouver Canucks president of hockey operations Jim Rutherford tried to address questions about captain Quinn Hughes at the opening of training camp, but his comments did little to clarify the defenseman’s future with the organization.

Vilmer Alriksson News / Canucksarmy / September 18

Canucks prospect Vilmer Alriksson showing that he’s ready for the next step

First impressions matter. But maintaining that impact year after year is the real challenge. Drafted in the fourth round in 2023, Vilmer Alriksson has steadily raised his stock within the Vancouver Canucks‘ system with each training camp audition.

Vancouver Canucks News / The Hockey Writers / September 17

Vancouver Canucks Announce 2025 Training Camp Roster

On Wednesday afternoon, the Vancouver Canucks announced their training camp roster for the 2025-26 season. Camp kicks off in Penticton on Sept. 18 at 9 am at the South Okanagan Events Centre and will run through Sept.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / September 17

Notes from Allvin, Rutherford, and Foote’s first availability of the year ahead of Canucks training camp

Vancouver Canucks brass were made available for the first time ahead of this weekend’s training camp in Penticton. President of Hockey Operations Jim Rutherford

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / September 17

Canucks announce 2025-26 training camp roster

On the eve of their 2025-26 training camp, the Vancouver Canucks announced their roster heading to Penticton this weekend. The confirmed roster consists

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Quinn Hughes News / NHL Trade Talk / September 17

Caught in the Middle: Quinn Hughes News, Canucks 'Open for Business'

Vancouver Canucks GM Jim Rutherford is at it again, proving that sometimes, the best thing to do is not say anything. In what appears to be an effort to

Vancouver Canucks News / The Hockey Writers / September 16

3 Canucks Prospects to Watch in the NCAA

The NCAA season begins in October, and several Vancouver Canucks prospects will be looking to win a National Championship by the end of this season. The

NHL News / Yardbarker / September 17