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A look at Jonathan Lekkerimäki’s elite company in the early going of the 2026-27 season

In a season in which the Vancouver Canucks have desperately needed some bright spots, Jonathan Lekkerimäki is looking particularly shiny these days. The 22-year-old right winger was drafted 15th overall in 2022, and after four post-draft seasons of inconsistent development and seemingly constant injuries, many had lost faith in him.

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Former Vancouver Canucks big defenseman quickly waived by new team

A former Vancouver Canucks defenseman has suddenly become available for the taking. This is because the Columbus Blue Jackets have placed former Canucks defenseman Carson Soucy on waivers, as reported by Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman.

Vancouver Canucks News / NHL Trade Talk / October 28

Canucks Close to Selling Several Pieces: 4 Names That Could Be Traded

The Vancouver Canucks appear ready to sell. According to reports from both The Fourth Period and The Athletic, general manager Ryan Johnson is open to trading several veterans, including Jake DeBrusk, Drew O’Connor, Filip Chytil, and Luke Schenn.

NHL News / The Canuck Way / October 28

Canucks linked to Blackhawks former first-round pick in interesting potential move

The Vancouver Canucks are one of the NHL's most-talked-about teams in the rumor mill. It is understandable, as the Canucks are in the middle of a rebuild and have multiple trade candidates to watch.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / October 28

Canucks: A look at the most painful points of two recent NHL rebuilds, and what came next for each

No one said rebuilding was easy. As the losses have begun to pile up for the Vancouver Canucks early in the season, players, the head coach, and fans alike have begun to show more frustration with the on-ice results from both an individual and team perspective.

Vancouver Canucks News / The Canuck Way / October 28

NHL insider offers intriguing take on Canucks' Elias Pettersson amid trade rumors

The Vancouver Canucks have traded away several players since the start of last season. Among the players who the Canucks have traded since kicking off their rebuild last year are Quinn Hughes, Conor Garland, Kiefer Sherwood, Tyler Myers, Marcus Pettersson, Nils Hoglander, and Aatu Raty.

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The biggest draft bust for every NHL team

People love a good mid-round draft pick that pans out, and in the NHL you used to see those fairly often, but that’s obviously partially luck. If the Red Wings thought Nicklas Lidstrom was going to become a top-five defenseman in history, they wouldn’t have waited until the 53rd pick to take him.

Jacob Quillan News / Canucksarmy / October 28

‘Glad to be somewhere I’m wanted’: Jacob Quillan excited for new opportunity with Canucks

It’s been nearly two weeks since the Vancouver Canucks acquired Jacob Quillan and Brandon Buhr from the Toronto Maple Leafs in exchange for Aatu Räty. Both of the new Canucks have made their debut in the Canucks organization, with Quillan playing in AHL Abbotsford and Buhr suiting up in ECHL Kalamazoo.

Tom Willander News / Canucksarmy / October 28

The Statsies: Willander and Öhgren’s underlying metrics stand out in Canucks’ wild comeback vs. Ducks

That was one way to snap a 10-game losing streak. The Vancouver Canucks finally found a way back into the win column Tuesday night, but the underlying numbers from their 6-5 overtime victory over the Anaheim Ducks finally offer something more encouraging than an empty-calorie win.

Anthony Romani News / Professor Press Box / October 28

Canucks’ Anthony Romani: A Late-Round Pick Making Big Jumps

I enjoy a particular kind of prospect story. It’s not about the first-round pick everyone expects to become a star. It’s about the player who gets overlooked, figures out what’s holding him back, and works on it.

Filip Hronek News / The Hockey Writers / October 28

Canucks News & Rumours: Lekkerimäki’s Late Magic, Losing Streak Ends & Hronek Scores the Winner

The Vancouver Canucks finally have something to smile about. After 10 straight losses, they rallied from a three-goal deficit in the third period Tuesday night to beat the Anaheim Ducks 6-5 in overtime.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 28

Canucks halt 10-game skid with late 3-goal rally, OT win vs. Ducks

Jonathan Lekkerimaki scored twice in the final three minutes of regulation, and Filip Hronek scored on a two-man advantage in overtime as the visiting Vancouver Canucks snapped a 10-game losing streak with a 6-5 victory over the Anaheim Ducks on Tuesday.

Caleb Malhotra News / Canucksarmy / October 27

Canucks prospect Caleb Malhotra may have had his 'coming out party' at NCAA level

It was a slow start to his NCAA career for Vancouver Canucks prospect and 2026 third overall pick Caleb Malhotra at Boston University. But after this weekend, the point production has started to follow.

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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.

Marco Rossi News / Canucksarmy / October 27

What’s behind Marco Rossi’s quiet start with the Canucks?

When Marco Rossi returned to the Vancouver Canucks lineup after last season’s Olympic break, he looked like a player finally finding consistent footing in the NHL.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / October 27

Canucks Game Day: Can new lines help snap the losing streak in Anaheim?

The Vancouver Canucks (2-10-1) kick off a brief two-game California road trip when they face the Anaheim Ducks (5-6) at Honda Center. Opening faceoff is set for 7pm PT.

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Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / October 27

What positive steps forward is the Canucks’ rebuild making this season?

The 2026-27 Vancouver Canucks season is progressing more or less as planned so far. But, like with The Robert Cray Band, this forecast called for pain.

Vancouver Canucks News / The Canuck Way / October 27

This Canucks forward is suddenly emerging as a top NHL trade candidate

The Vancouver Canucks are struggling immensely as of late. After starting the season with two wins in their first three games, the Canucks have now lost each of their last 10 games.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / October 27

Leevi Meriläinen adjusting well to starting duties for Canucks, but he wants to win

It’s been just over a month since Leevi Meriläinen was claimed off waivers by the Vancouver Canucks. Ask anyone, and they’ll tell you he’s settling in very nicely.

Vancouver Canucks News / The Hockey Writers / October 27

3 Positive Takeaways From the Canucks’ 10-Game Losing Streak

The Vancouver Canucks have not had a good start to the season. After some early optimism following a couple of crazy matches against the Edmonton Oilers, the team has hit a major skid, becoming the first team to have a double-digit losing streak in the 2026-27 season.

Manny Malhotra News / EasySportz / October 27

Manny Malhotra Has the Canucks Playing Like a Penalty-Killing Disaster. Vancouver’s Discipline Is a JOKE.

The Vancouver Canucks have enough problems without handing their opponents extra opportunities to score. Yet here we are. Vancouver entered the 2026-27 NHL season hoping new head coach Manny Malhotra would bring structure, accountability and a fresh identity.

Zeev Buium News / EasySportz / October 27

Canucks Fans Are Melting Down Over Zeev Buium. Imagine Hating a Hockey Player for Being Jewish and Israeli.

Hockey Twitter has apparently reached the point where a young defenseman can sign a massive contract, struggle through the early part of a season and become a magnet for arguments that have absolutely nothing to do with hockey.

Vancouver Canucks News / Professor Press Box / October 26

Could Canucks’ Late Goal Be the Start of Something?

The Vancouver Canucks are running short on good news. Ten straight losses will do that to a team, and there isn't much point pretending otherwise. But sometimes, even in a rough season, a small development is worth watching.

Vancouver Canucks News / NHL Trade Talk / October 26

Canucks Need More Than Effort to Fix Their Special Teams

The Vancouver Canucks have plenty of things to worry about after losing 10 straight games, but one problem keeps showing up at the worst possible time.

Jack Thompson News / Viral Sports News / October 26

Vancouver Canucks Suddenly Dump 24-Year-Old Defenseman

The Vancouver Canucks placed defenseman Jack Thompson on NHL waivers on October 25, marking the fourth consecutive day a blueliner appeared on the wire.

Jack Thompson News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 25

Canucks Place Jack Thompson On Waivers

For the fourth day in a row, a defenseman has landed on the waiver wire. This time it is Vancouver Canucks defender Jack Thompson. Thompson hasn’t played yet this season after being struck in the face by a puck during Vancouver’s pre-season.

Zeev Buium News / The Hockey Writers / October 25

Canucks Fans Don’t Need to Worry About Zeev Buium’s Struggles

The Vancouver Canucks have hit an expected rough patch, hitting a nine-game skid filled with some ugly losses. Of course, this is what you often see from a team in the midst of a rebuild, and you also see that particularly brutal stretches can be the result of players underperforming.