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Canucks: When do third overall picks typically make (and make an impact on) the NHL?

The Vancouver Canucks’ rebuild really kicked off in earnest when they made Caleb Malhotra the third overall selection in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft. That pick makes Malhotra a real focal point in Vancouver, and though he’s at least a season away from making his debut, the pressure and expectations are already intense.

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3 Free Agency Fits for Evander Kane

With another forward, Anthony Mantha, off the board in free agency, the number of jobs left for the remaining free agent forwards is dwindling. One forward who might need to drop his asking price on his next contract and accept a lesser role to earn a new contract is Evander Kane, who remains an unrestricted free agent at the time of this article.

Luke Schenn News / Canucksarmy / July 15

What Canucks fans should expect from Luke Schenn in his third stint in Vancouver

The last time Luke Schenn wore a Vancouver Canucks sweater, his responsibility was to be a security blanket beside the club’s franchise defenceman Quinn Hughes.

Martin St. Louis News / Canucksarmy / July 15

Canucks sign 5 players to AHL contracts, including Martin St. Louis’ son

The Vancouver Canucks have signed five players to one-year AHL contracts. Abbotsford Canucks General Manager Richard Seeley made the announcement via press release late Wednesday morning.

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Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / July 15

CA’s top 20 Canucks summer prospect rankings: Honourable Mentions & Criteria

We are back with our CanucksArmy top 20 Vancouver Canucks summer prospect rankings. With the Canucks now in a full-fledged rebuild, the future is the organization’s main focus.

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The most underrated player for every NHL franchise

The best player in Washington Capitals history? Alex Ovechkin. The best Red Wing? Gordie Howe or Steve Yzerman…or maybe Nicklas Lidstrom. Some NHL franchises have a clear best player, while others have the proverbial Mount Rushmore of potential choices.

NHL News / Canucksarmy / July 15

Canucks open 2026-27 NHL season with home and home vs. Oilers

The Vancouver Canucks will open their 2026-27 National Hockey League season with a doubleheader against the Edmonton Oilers. The Canucks will start the

Vancouver Canucks News / The Hockey Writers / July 15

Canucks News & Rumours: Caleb Malhotra & Brendan Gallagher Could Shape Vancouver’s Future

One interesting thing about building an NHL team is that not every important addition looks the same. Sometimes it’s a highly drafted prospect who represents the future.

Bo Horvat News / Professor Press Box / July 15

Canucks Fans Who Loved Bo Horvat Might Really Like Caleb Malhotra

Whenever a team drafts a young player, the first question fans usually ask is simple: “Who does he remind us of?” It makes sense. Statistics and scouting reports tell us a lot, but fans want something familiar.

Shane Wright News / Canucksarmy / July 14

So, what would a reasonable Shane Wright trade look like for the Canucks?

We’re not even halfway through July, and the rumours regarding Shane Wright and the Vancouver Canucks continue to percolate. At this point, some readers are no doubt sick of the headlines, and especially sick of the lazy puns – and, you know what, they’re well within their Wrights to feel that way.

NHL News / Canucksarmy / July 14

Vancouver-born Macklin Celebrini cover athlete for EA Sports NHL 27

For the first time in the franchise’s history, EA Sports has chosen a Vancouver-born player as the cover athlete for their video game. On Tuesday, EA Sports announced that North Vancouver’s Macklin Celebrini is the cover athlete for NHL 27.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / July 14

6 Canucks on the Athletic’s top 100 NHL prospects list; Malhotra at 8, Cootes at 95

On Tuesday, The Athletic’s Scott Wheeler published his annual summer ranking of the top 100 drafted NHL prospects. In total, six Vancouver Canucks prospects appear on this year’s list, headlined by 2026 third-overall pick Caleb Malhotra.

Vancouver Canucks News / The Hockey Writers / July 14

Canucks News & Rumours: Pettersson’s Future & Wright as the Next Big Gamble?

The Vancouver Canucks are at one of those interesting points where the decisions they make over the next year could shape the franchise’s direction for years to come.

Braeden Cootes News / Canucksarmy / July 14

Braeden Cootes’ maturity shines through at Canucks Development Camp

Braden Cootes arrived at Vancouver Canucks Development Camp another year older and another year wiser. One of the “veterans” at camp in Abbotsford, the 19-year-old was quick to clarify that he’s “still a younger guy”, a laugh for both him and the local media.

Brendan Gallagher News / Canucksarmy / July 13

What fans should expect from Brendan Gallagher and where he fits on a young Canucks squad

Brendan Gallagher’s seven-goal season makes it easy to view the Vancouver Canucks’ newest winger as a fading veteran whose best years are behind him. And that is probably true.

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Manny Malhotra News / Canucksarmy / July 13

Manny Malhotra’s inexperienced staff represents a unique opportunity for Canucks

More pieces of the Vancouver Canucks‘ 2026-27 season are falling into place. Filling out the rest of Manny Malhotra’s coaching staff is a crew of very intriguing names.

Elias Pettersson News / Canucksarmy / July 13

Could Elias Pettersson spend time back on the wing for the Canucks in 2026-27?

There is probably no other player in the Vancouver Canucks organization with more question marks attached to them heading into the 2026-27 than Elias Pettersson.

Vancouver Canucks News / The Hockey Writers / July 13

Canucks News & Rumours: Cootes, Oleksiak, Schenn, Buium, Willander & a New Blue Line

There is an interesting balancing act happening with the Vancouver Canucks. The team is trying to remain competitive while ensuring their next wave of young players develops the right way.

Vancouver Canucks News / Athlon Sports / July 13

Canucks' Plans for Marco Rossi Emerge Amid Elias Pettersson Speculation

The Vancouver Canucks have entered a rebuilding phase after trading franchise defenseman Quinn Hughes during the 2025-26 season. Under new general manager Ryan Johnson and coach Manny Malhotra, who were hired in May and June, respectively, Vancouver has made moves geared toward building for the future and developing younger players.

Vancouver Canucks News / Professor Press Box / July 12

Canucks Finalize Their Coaching Staff with Some Surprises

The Vancouver Canucks have officially completed Manny Malhotra’s coaching staff for the upcoming season, but one thing stands out about the group joining him behind the bench.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / July 12

Recent staffing decisions leave Canucks with big holes that must be filled in player development

As the Vancouver Canucks have shuffled their deck this summer and rearranged their front office and coaching staffs at both the National Hockey League and American Hockey League levels, it has resulted in several promotions from within.

Marco Rossi News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 11

Insider makes bold Canucks’ Marco Rossi prediction

Although Elias Pettersson makes more money than any other player on the Vancouver Canucks, it’s been rumored for many months that he could eventually be shipped out of British Columbia.

Vancouver Canucks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 10

Canucks Finalize Coaching Staff

While Manny Malhotra took over as the head coach of the Canucks a little more than a month ago, the rest of his coaching staff remained largely uncertain, aside from Ryan Mougenel coming over from AHL Providence. That uncertainty has concluded as the team announced that they have finalized their staff for the upcoming season.