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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.

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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.

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NHL 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.

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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.

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.

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 / Breakaway on SI / January 16

Canucks Must Commit to Rebuild As Terrible Month Continues

The Vancouver Canucks effectively blew things up when they traded away former captain and defenseman Quinn Hughes earlier this season. While the move was anticipated by many, moving on from your best player and franchise pillar sends a specific message.

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.

NHL News / Field Level Media / January 15

Jackets build 3-goal lead, hand Canucks 9th straight loss

Kirill Marchenko and Kent Johnson each had a goal with an assist, while Elvis Merzlikins made 30 saves as the Columbus Blue Jackets won their third straight Thursday night, 4-1 over the visiting Vancouver Canucks, who have lost nine in a row.

Brock Boeser News / Canucksarmy / January 15

Boeser ends goalscoring drought as Canucks fall 4-1 to Blue Jackets

This game started with a whole lot of broken plays in the neutral zone, and when the actual scoring chances came, you were almost surprised. Basically none of them came as a result of extended zone time for either team.

Kirill Kudryavtsev News / Canucksarmy / January 15

Defenceman Kirill Kudryavtsev to represent Abbotsford Canucks at AHL All-Star Game

A prospect is being tabbed as one of the best players in the minors. On Thursday, the American Hockey League announced the rosters for the 2026 AHL All-Star Classic.

Quinn Hughes News / Canucksarmy / January 15

Canucks: Reality of life without Quinn Hughes has set in

There was a brief moment there where it looked like the Vancouver Canucks didn’t need Quinn Hughes after all. Well, okay, not really. But the Canucks did go on a four-game winning streak over their first four games after trading Hughes, which led to some fans eagerly stating that the Canucks were actually better off without Hughes.

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NHL News / NHL Rumors / January 15

NHL Rumors: Three blue line options for the Toronto Maple Leafs

Thomas Drance of The Athletic: The Vancouver Canucks are holding trade talks with teams, listing on pending UFAs and players with term. They want to keep some veterans to insulate their younger players.

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?

Jake Debrusk 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.

Vancouver Canucks News / Professor Press Box / January 13

A Familiar Name for Canucks Fans to Watch in the 2026 Draft

Vancouver Canucks fans keeping one eye on the 2026 NHL Draft might want to start circling a familiar last name. Caleb Malhotra isn’t just putting together a strong season in junior — he’s doing it with a hockey background that will ring close to home.

Jonathan Lekkerimaki News / The Hockey Writers / January 13