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Olympic Hockey Qualifying Round Preview: Canucks’ Pettersson and Hronek both hoping to avoid elimination

With the United States’ win over Germany on Sunday afternoon, the preliminary round portion of the Men’s Hockey schedule at the 2026 Winter Olympics has officially come to an end.

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CA’s top 15 Canucks mid-season prospect rankings: #4 Sawyer Mynio

We continue on with our 2026 mid-season Vancouver Canucks prospect rankings here at CanucksArmy. Today, it’s a 20-year-old defender navigating his first season as a professional defenceman and has been fast-tracked into incredible minutes in Abbotsford.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / February 17

Abby Canucks recap: Lekkerimäki scores two goals in home weekend sweep

There are no easy nights when you sit at the bottom of the conference. And with the Ontario Reign — tied for second in the Western Conference — rolling into town, the Abbotsford Canucks had their work cut out for them on this Family Day weekend.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / February 16

With 25 games remaining, will the 2025-26 Canucks reach the 60-point mark?

At their current pace, the Vancouver Canucks will finish the 2025-26 National Hockey League season with 60.352 points. Of course, NHL math doesn’t work that way, so the Canucks won’t wind up with a point total that includes decimal points.

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Vancouver Canucks News / The Hockey Writers / February 17

Canucks News & Rumours: Trades for Garland & Boeser & Goalie Questions

The Vancouver Canucks have had a rollercoaster season, and with the trade deadline looming, speculation is heating up. Fans are debating who stays, who goes, and which moves could actually make the team better in the short term — or set them up for the long haul.

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The 25 best NHL teams who didn't win the Stanley Cup

In the lore of the NHL, it's the Stanley Cup-winning teams that are remembered the most from seasons past. Yet, when looking back on the best of the best

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / February 16

Could the Canucks still trade Brock Boeser, and should they?

The Brock Market has hit historic lows this season. And we’re not just saying that for the sake of a good pun. In a season in which the Vancouver Canucks have collectively tanked as a team, it’s arguable that no individual’s performance has tanked quite so badly as has Brock Boeser’s.

NHL News / Professor Press Box / February 16

Between the Pipes: A Look Back at Frank Caprice—A Goalie Who Gave Everything

Frank Caprice didn’t stroll into the NHL expecting handshakes and headlines. Born in Hamilton, Ontario, on May 2, 1962, he was a 9th-round pick by the Vancouver Canucks in 1981.

Chase Stillman News / Canucksarmy / February 16

‘Pest to play against’: Canucks’ Chase Stillman focused on finishing season strong following lengthy injury

It hasn’t been the season the Abbotsford Canucks had hoped for following their Calder Cup Championship. Whether it’s been the graduates from last year’s successful run or the various injuries Abbotsford has had to deal with, the 2025-26 season has been tough for Manny Malhotra and his coaching staff.

Vancouver Canucks News / Breakaway on SI / February 16

Canucks Defenseman X-Factor in Czechia vs. Denmark Showdown

Czechia and Denmark square off in what should be the most exciting contest in the elimination stage. As eight countries vie for a spot in the quarterfinals, these two teams battle for the chance to take on Canada.

Vancouver Canucks News / The Hockey Writers / February 16

Canucks Week Ahead: Pettersson, Willander, Olympics Update & More

The men’s hockey tournament at the 2026 Winter Olympics is in full swing, with the knockout rounds kicking off this week. The Vancouver Canucks sent seven players to Italy to compete for their countries, and while several will have their medal dreams dashed in a few days, their hopes remain alive for now.

Riley Patterson News / Canucksarmy / February 16

CA’s top 15 Canucks mid-season prospect rankings: #5 Riley Patterson

We continue on with our 2026 mid-season Vancouver Canucks prospect rankings here at CanucksArmy. Today, we bring you the system’s highest scorer, who has thrived in a new role in the Ontario Hockey League.

Filip Hronek News / Canucksarmy / February 15

Canucks Olympic Hockey Recap: Hronek and Kämpf pick up assists in Czech’s 4-3 overtime loss to Switzerland

The preliminary round is officially behind us, and now we enter the always-threatening do-or-die stage of the tournament. We’ve already covered how the Canadians faired today, winning in dominating fashion – 10-2 over the French – and have now officially clinched the No.

Elias Pettersson News / Canucksarmy / February 15

Will Elias Pettersson ever be elite again?: Wagner’s Weekly

After a couple of quiet performances, Elias Pettersson finally came alive for Sweden at the 2026 Olympics, scoring two goals in a key preliminary round game against Slovakia.

Elias Pettersson News / Canucksarmy / February 15

‘Plays the right way tactically’: Sweden coach Sam Hallam praises Canucks’ Pettersson for two-way play

Elias Pettersson’s most recent performance has caught the attention of Team Sweden’s coaching staff. Making his Olympic Games debut this month, the Vancouver Canucks forward scored his first international goal since the 2019 World Championships on Saturday.

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Vancouver Canucks News / The Hockey Writers / February 15

Canucks News & Rumours: Pettersson, Alcos Move & Kane Trade

It’s been a strange stretch for the Vancouver Canucks. The season hasn’t gone according to plan, and even in the middle of the Olympic break, there’s plenty to talk about.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / February 15

Meet the Buyers: Which NHL teams might trade for Canucks’ Evander Kane?

Welcome back to Meet the Buyers, a pre-deadline series at CanucksArmy that may or may not be named after hit 2004 comedy sequel Meet the Fockers. The premise here is that talking about the theoretical trade value of the various assets on the Vancouver Canucks is all well and good, but it still takes two to tango.

Ty Mueller News / Canucksarmy / February 15

CA’s top 15 Canucks mid-season prospect rankings: #6 Ty Mueller

We continue on with our 2026 mid-season Vancouver Canucks prospect rankings here at CanucksArmy. Considered one of the more dependable players among the Abbotsford Canucks lineup, Ty Mueller is a versatile two-way centre who plays everywhere and anywhere.

Elias Pettersson News / Canucksarmy / February 14

Olympic Hockey Recap: Pettersson scores twice in Sweden win, Reichel scores in Germany’s loss to Latvia

So much crazy hockey happened today in Italy. Let’s go! If you didn’t feel like waking up at 3 AM in the morning for this game, I have some bad news. You might’ve missed the game of the tournament.

Elias Pettersson News / The Hockey Writers / February 14

Canucks Pettersson Has a Great Game Against Slovakia

It’s no secret that Elias Pettersson has not played up to his potential since he signed his big $11.6 million contract back in 2024. Several factors have contributed to his struggles in the NHL, but he also deserves praise when he has a great game.

Vancouver Canucks News / The Hockey Writers / February 14

Vancouver Canucks Prospect Check-in at the Olympic Break

With Elias Pettersson, Filip Hronek, David Kampf, Teddy Blueger, Kevin Lankinen, Lukas Reichel, and Anrī Ravinskis competing for their countries at the Winter Olympics, and the rest of the Vancouver Canucks taking a break, it’s a good time to check in on the prospects.