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What are the 5 most important things that need to happen for the Canucks in 2026-27?

Success can be a tough thing to measure for a rebuilding franchise, and short-term success doubly so. But the 2026-27 season, the first season for the Vancouver Canucks under the leadership of GM Ryan Johnson, is going to be judged through this complicated lens all the same.

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The Vancouver Canucks miss out on the sneaky signing of Eeli Tolvanen to the New York Rangers

On August 13, we here at The Canucks Way wrote about how former Seattle Kraken forward Eeli Tolvanen could be a sneaky good signing for the Vancouver Canucks.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / September 3

Scenes from Canucks summer skate: Goaltender Chris Driedger joins group for split session

After a large 30-player scrimmage on Wednesday, the Vancouver Canucks split into two separate groups for Thursday’s session at Rogers Arena. The first

Filip Chytil News / Professor Press Box / September 3

Could Filip Chytil Be the Canucks’ Forgotten Difference-Maker?

There is something about Filip Chytil that makes me want to pay attention this season. Maybe it's because we've almost forgotten what he can do. Chytil has spent so much time dealing with injuries that the conversation around him has become more about whether he can stay healthy than what he might actually accomplish when he is healthy.

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The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"

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Luke Schenn News / Canucksarmy / September 3

Could Luke Schenn be the ideal next Canucks captain?

One way or another, we’re inching closer to the next captain of the Vancouver Canucks. Or, perhaps, to an acknowledged lack thereof. Traditionally, captain announcements happen at one of two times.

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The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000

The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / September 3

Canucks 2025 training camp flashback: Who’s gone and who has replaced them?

Change is constant in professional sport, and when you’re the 32nd-place team in the 32-team National Hockey League like the Vancouver Canucks, it only stands to reason that there would be significant roster reconstruction year over year.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / September 2

Scenes from summer skate: 30 players on the ice for well-attended Canucks scrimmage

It was a very well-attended summer skate for the Vancouver Canucks on Wednesday at Rogers Arena. All the usual suspects, as well as some Abbotsford Canucks players, were partaking in the on-ice session.

Filip Chytil News / Canucksarmy / September 2

Canucks’ Chytil shares he saw a lot of specialists about his health over the offseason; feels ready for 2026-27

The Vancouver Canucks hit the ice for the third consecutive day at Rogers Arena for their offseason summer skates as they ramp up for training camp in Penticton beginning in just over two weeks.

Thatcher Demko News / Canucksarmy / September 2

Bold Prediction: Canucks deal Thatcher Demko at the 2027 NHL trade deadline

Everyone knows Thatcher Demko can be an elite goalie when fully healthy. And with the tides hopefully turning in his favour with a healthy season ahead, we could see Demko make steps towards a return to his former self.

Evander Kane News / NHL Trade Talk / September 2

Three Thoughts Worth Wondering About in the Evander Kane Story

Everyone’s got an opinion on Evander Kane after Kurtis Gabriel’s wild story went viral. But instead of picking a side, maybe it’s more interesting to just sit with the questions this whole thing raises — because honestly, nobody outside those locker rooms actually knows the full truth.

Vancouver Canucks News / The Hockey Writers / September 2

Canucks News & Rumours: Schenn, Gallagher, Mynio & A Trade That Came Full Circle

Training camp prep is underway for the Vancouver Canucks, and while most of the attention this week has gone to the young guys getting their first real look at NHL speed, there’s a story buried in the details that’s actually pretty interesting.

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The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / September 2

12 Canucks thoughts after 12 days without the internet

Have you ever taken a social media sabbatical? You should really think about it. Admittedly, I did open Instagram and Twitter/X a handful of times while I was on vacation.

Luke Schenn News / Canucksarmy / September 1

Luke Schenn calls it ‘an absolute no-brainer’ to come back and wear the Canucks logo

The Vancouver Canucks returned to the ice on Monday at Rogers Arena as they look to ramp up before the season starts in less than a month. For the 2026-27 season, there are four new additions to the squad: Brendan Gallagher, Paul Cotter, Jamie Oleksiak, and Luke Schenn.

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Landon Ferraro News / Canucksarmy / September 1

Canucks analyst Landon Ferraro joins TSN as Jets colour commentator

After two years on the Sportsnet panel as an analyst for the Vancouver Canucks, Landon Ferraro has found a new gig. On Tuesday morning, TSN PR announced that Ferraro will be joining the network as an analyst for the Winnipeg Jets.

Linus Karlsson News / Canucksarmy / September 1

2026-27 Canucks Bold Predictions: Linus Karlsson scores 30 goals

Considering where he started the season last year, one could argue that no forward was more impressive throughout the Vancouver Canucks’ 2026-27 campaign

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / September 1

4 Canucks prospects on Daily Faceoff’s top 75 NHL-affiliated prospect rankings

Shortly after releasing their prospect pool rankings, Daily Faceoff’s prospect expert Steven Ellis dropped his top 75 NHL-affiliated prospect rankings, and had four Vancouver Canucks on the list.

Manny Malhotra News / Canucksarmy / September 1

Manny Malhotra outlines roles and responsibilities for Canucks new coaching staff

As Vancouver Canucks players return to the ice at Rogers Arena ahead of the rapidly approaching National Hockey League season, the roles and responsibilities of the team’s new coaching staff have been unveiled.

Evander Kane News / NHL on ClutchPoints / September 1

Evander Kane shares cryptic post after getting called out by ex-teammate

Evander Kane is still a free agent and is looking for a team to play for in 2026-27. Kane played last year with the Vancouver Canucks after being traded from the Edmonton Oilers.

Evander Kane News / NHL Trade Talk / September 2

Evander Kane threatens 'truth' after being called out by former teammate

Following an interview in which an ex-teammate essentially called Evander Kane a nightmare to play with, the former Edmonton Oilers winger is not staying quiet. Kane took to social media to respond publicly to the story by Kurtis Gabriel that included Kane showing up late to meetings, underdressing, and stealing the air out of the room.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / August 31

Canucks back on the ice at Rogers Arena

The season is officially under a month away, and it appears the Vancouver Canucks players are back on the ice getting ready for the season. On Monday, the Canucks shared photos and videos on their social media of players hitting the ice at Rogers Arena.

Vancouver Canucks News / The Hockey Writers / August 31

Canucks News & Rumours: Hronek’s Commitment & Buium’s Big Chance

The Vancouver Canucks are in one of those stretches where the roster isn’t quite what it was, but it isn’t quite what it will become, either. There has been plenty of talk about the rebuild, young players coming into the organization, and which veterans might still be around when the Canucks are ready to compete again.

Zeev Buium News / Professor Press Box / August 31

The Zeev Buium Problem the Canucks Soon Hope to Have

There is a funny thing about young defencemen in the NHL. One year, everybody is talking about potential. The next year, they're talking about money. Zeev Buium is entering his age-21 season, and the Vancouver Canucks have a chance to find out just how quickly that change can happen.

Vancouver Canucks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 31

Filip Hronek Remains Committed To Canucks Rebuild

Filip Hronek loves Vancouver. While the Canucks were in a full teardown last season, tying their 1998-99 squad at a .354 points%, third-lowest in team history, there was some mid-season speculation regarding whether their Czechian top-pair defender would want out of such a dire situation.

Vancouver Canucks News / The Hockey Writers / August 29

Vancouver Canucks 2026-27 Player Projections: Brock Boeser

We are only a couple weeks away from training camp, and soon everyone will be returning to Vancouver to prepare for the 2026-27 season. The Vancouver Canucks have some new faces from trades and free agency, but also many veterans, despite being at the beginning of a rebuild.

Vancouver Canucks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 28

Which U-23 Canucks Can Make The Most Impact This Season?

The Vancouver Canucks will be a team in deeper waters next season. That notion comes from their lackluster track record in recent years, which culminated in a full teardown last season.