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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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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.

Tom Willander News / Canucksarmy / January 15

Scenes from morning skate: Höglander scratched, Willander returns as Canucks wrap up road trip vs. Blue Jackets

The Vancouver Canucks (16-25-5) wrap up a six-game road trip when they visit the Columbus Blue Jackets (20-19-7) at Nationwide Arena. Tonight’s game is set to begin at 4 pm PT.

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.

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The 'NHL Maurice Richard Trophy winners' quiz

How many of the Maurice Richard trophy winners since the award was first given out in 1998-99 can you name in five minutes?

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The 'Multiple 50-goal seasons in NHL history' quiz

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / January 15

NHL Predictions: January 15th, Vancouver Canucks at Columbus Blue Jackets

Welcome back to NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out.

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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.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / January 15

Ranking the Canucks’ ‘veterans with term’ by trade value

The rebuild rebrand continues in Vancouver. It’s been called a “youth movement.” It’s been called a “hybrid rebuild.” But this past weekend, both Patrik

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.

Jim Rutherford News / Canucksarmy / January 14

Rutherford says Canucks plan to ‘improve without taking shortcuts’

We have received further clarity from Vancouver Canucks management regarding the organization’s impending rebuild. PostMedia’s Patrick Johnston spoke with Canucks President of Hockey Operations, Jim Rutherford.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / January 14

Floundering Canucks flirting with franchise records for futility

The Vancouver Canucks are not in imminent danger of rewriting the franchise record book, but make no mistake they are exhibiting every sign that they may soon get there.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / January 15

Canucks trade rumours: Teams are reportedly calling on Nils Höglander

Add another Vancouver Canucks forward to the recent trade rumours surrounding the organization. According to Donnie & Dhali’s Rick Dhaliwal, teams have started calling the Canucks on Swedish forward Nils Höglander.

Elias Pettersson News / NHL Trade Talk / January 15

Elias Pettersson linked to reunion with former head coach

Elias Pettersson’s name has been a staple in the rumor mill for years, but this time, it appears the Vancouver Canucks might truly be willing to move their former fifth overall pick (2017).

Elias Pettersson News / Canucksarmy / January 14

NHL trade rumours: Should the Canucks really trade Elias Pettersson?

To say that the Vancouver Canucks’ plans for a rebuild are rapidly evolving before our eyes would be a bit of an understatement. This is the kind of fast evolution typically reserved only for Pokémon.

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?

Kevin Lankinen News / Canucksarmy / January 14

The Statsies: Kevin Lankinen saves almost two goals above expected in Canucks loss to Senators

Given how this game started, it could’ve been a lot worse. The Vancouver Canucks dropped a 2-1 decision to the Ottawa Senators last night. They didn’t do horribly overall, and it was certainly a better performance than the outing against Montreal.

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Jake Debrusk News / NHL Trade Talk / January 14

Jake DeBrusk Trade Conversation in Vancouver Is Suddenly Changing

The trade narrative surrounding Jake DeBrusk and the Vancouver Canucks may be starting to shift—and the timing isn’t coincidental. Not long ago, reports suggested DeBrusk loved playing in Vancouver and wasn’t eager to be moved.

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.