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Canucks still ‘in the mix’ for Lukas Reichel; agent hopeful a trade happens soon: report

As the Vancouver Canucks‘ search for a centre continues, we were given an update on one player — albeit a winger, not a centre — that the club was linked to earlier this month.

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Max Sasson is up to three goals in his first five games of the 2025-26 season. And Elias Pettersson is playing his best hockey in over a year. But with Filip Chytil out of the lineup with what could very well be a significant amount of time, the Vancouver Canucks’ search for a centre continues unabated.

Elias Pettersson News / Canucksarmy / October 24

The Statsies: Elias Pettersson leads Canucks in CF% and xGF% in lifeless loss vs Preds

That was some brutal hockey. The Vancouver Canucks lost 2-1 to the Nashville Predators. Normally, that scoreline wouldn’t be cause for too much alarm, but given how the season has started and the manner in which they lost, it feels as if things are rapidly spiraling.

Vancouver Canucks News / NHL Trade Talk / October 24

Canucks Won’t Move Key Piece Amid Trade Search for Center

In the wake of the news that Filip Chytil may be out for some time, the Vancouver Canucks are exploring options to find another center. But, according to NHL insiders, their search may be hampered by limited trade assets and a shallow market.

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Max Sasson News / Canucksarmy / October 23

Sasson scores again as Canucks lose 2-1 to the Predators

Nashville had things going their way early in this one, and Thatcher Demko had to be sharp right away. Tyler Myers took the game’s first penalty for firing the puck over the glass just over 10 minutes into the game, giving the Predators a good chance to get on the board first.

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NHL News / Canucksarmy / October 23

Report: Canucks have inquired with Sharks about centre Alex Wennberg

In a market where there really aren’t many centres available, the Vancouver Canucks look to be turning to a division foe for reinforcements. According to The Fourth Period’s David Pagnotta, the Canucks have inquired about the availability of San Jose Sharks centreman Alex Wennberg.

Max Sasson News / Canucksarmy / October 23

Quick thoughts on the Abby line breakup and Sasson playing with DeBrusk and Boeser

The injuries are starting to pile up in the first month of the season, and Vancouver Canucks Head Coach Adam Foote has had to juggle his forward lines.

Jujhar Khaira News / Canucksarmy / October 23

Abbotsford Canucks re-sign forward Jujhar Khaira to one-year AHL contract

A piece of the Abbotsford Canucks’ Calder Cup-winning roster is coming back to town. On Thursday, Abbotsford General Manager Ryan Johnson announced the re-signing of forward Jujhar Khaira on a one-year AHL contract that runs for the remainder of the 2025-26 season.

Brock Boeser News / Daily Faceoff / October 23

Brock Boeser to return to Canucks lineup against Predators

Vancouver Canucks head coach Adam Foote announced that winger Brock Boeser will be returning to the lineup against the Nashville Predators. Boeser had missed the last two games on a leave of absence due to personal reasons.

Vancouver Canucks News / Daily Faceoff / October 23

Canucks coach Adam Foote explains why Elias Pettersson’s 5-on-5 ice time has been limited

Vancouver Canucks head coach Adam Foote spoke to the media Thursday, and addressed his decision to give Elias Pettersson the least amount of 5-on-5 ice time among centers in Tuesday’s 5-1 loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / October 23

Canucks’ Adam Foote explains Elias Pettersson’s low 5v5 ice time vs. Penguins

Following their 5-1 loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins, the primary focus of conversation surrounding the Vancouver Canucks was Head Coach Adam Foote and his questionable deployment of top centre Elias Pettersson.

Vancouver Canucks News / The Hockey Writers / October 23

Canucks News & Rumours: Boeser’s Return, Foote’s Start & Chytil’s Scare

It’s been a bumpy stretch for the Vancouver Canucks, but not without its bright spots. The Canucks have had a surprisingly solid road trip (3-1-0), but suffered a discouraging 5–1 loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins on Tuesday.

Vancouver Canucks News / Athlon Sports / October 23

Canucks Urged to Take Drastic Step Amid Early NHL Season Problem

The Vancouver Canucks are missing too many centers, and they might not be able to wait much longer to bolster the depth at the position. Following a week of setbacks at center, TSN’s Darren Dreger reported Tuesday that the Canucks are actively pursuing outside help to replace injured pivots like Filip Chytil, Teddy Blueger and Aatu Raty.

Vancouver Canucks News / The Hockey Writers / October 23

Canucks Notebook: Centre Search Ramps Up, Pettersson’s Ice Time, Injury Bug & More

The Vancouver Canucks head into Nashville tonight with a decent 4-3-0 record, but will be facing the same adversity they did in Pittsburgh without two of their top centres in Filip Chytil and Teddy Blueger – and possibly Brock Boeser, as well.

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NHL News / NHL Rumors / October 23

Vancouver Canucks are just one of the teams looking for a center

TSN: The Vancouver Canucks had already been in the market for a center, but now, with the health of Filip Chytil in doubt, their search will intensify.

Vancouver Canucks News / NHL Trade Talk / October 22

Canucks Exploring Center Trade Market But Get Bad News

The Vancouver Canucks are officially in the market for a center — but according to multiple insiders, there’s little help to be found. Following Filip Chytil’s latest setback, a likely concussion that could sideline him long-term, general manager Patrik Allvin is searching for ways to shore up his lineup down the middle.

Vancouver Canucks News / Athlon Sports / October 22

Canucks GM Facing Problem as Injury Crisis Grows

The Vancouver Canucks have opened the season with a 4–3–0 record, but their roster is being stretched thin, and their season might be on the line sooner rather than later.

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / October 22

Islanders Forward Can Fill Canucks' Center Void

The Vancouver Canucks are on the prowl for another center. The team has a notable lack of depth at the position behind top-line pivot Elias Pettersson.

Vancouver Canucks News / Last Word On Sports / October 22

NHL Rumours and the Canucks Needs Amid Injuries

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Vancouver Canucks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 20

Canucks announce multiple roster moves

The Vancouver Canucks announced multiple roster moves, largely to maximize their LTIR capture. This morning, the Canucks shared that they’ve placed forwards Filip Chytil and Jonathan Lekkerimaki on the injured reserve (retroactive to October 19th), and have moved Nils Höglander to the LTIR (retroactive to October 7th).