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Where does newly signed Mitchell Weeks fit in the Canucks’ goalie depth chart?

The Abbotsford Canucks signed goaltender Mitchell Weeks to a one-year AHL deal on Wednesday, adding a third goalie to the farm club stable. The Barrie,

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NHL Rumors: Vancouver Canucks – Shane Wright, and Marco Rossi

Sekeres and Price: Rob Williams talking about the speculation of the Vancouver Canucks interest in Seattle Kraken center Shane Wright and what it might cost them.

Vancouver Canucks News / The Hockey Writers / July 17

Canucks News & Rumours: Alex Edler Returns & Abbotsford Coaching Search Fails

One of the interesting things about building an NHL organization is that not every important move involves a player signing a contract or making a trade.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / July 16

Alex Edler rejoining Canucks in player development role

He was on the ice at Vancouver Canucks development camp, and now he’s got a permanent role in the organization. On Thursday, the Canucks announced that

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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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Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / July 16

Memorial Cup winner Jussi Ahokas interviewed for and declined Abbotsford Canucks head coach job: report

The search for the new head coach of the Abbotsford Canucks continues, and one major name is off the board. Per Donnie and Dhali – the Team’s Rick Dhaliwal, the Vancouver Canucks interviewed Kitchener Rangers head coach Jussi Ahokas for the Abbotsford bench boss position.

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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.

Basile Sansonnens News / Canucksarmy / July 16

CA’s top 20 Canucks summer prospect rankings: #20 Basile Sansonnens

We’ve hit our first ranked prospect of the summer, and as a result of nine new players being added to the mix, he ends up sliding down the board to our 20th spot.

Vancouver Canucks News / Daily Faceoff / July 16

Canucks bring back Alex Edler for player development role

The Vancouver Canucks continue to add former club stars to the organization, adding retired defenseman Alex Edler to the team’s player development department,

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / July 16

11 takeaways from the Canucks’ 2026-27 schedule

We learned on Wednesday that the Vancouver Canucks would open their 2026-27 National Hockey League regular season with a home and home set against the Edmonton Oilers.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / July 16

NHL releases Canucks’ full 84-game 2026-27 NHL schedule

On Wednesday, the NHL announced home opener dates for all 32 NHL teams. For the Vancouver Canucks, it’s going to be back-to-back matchups with the Edmonton Oilers.

Shane Wright News / Canucksarmy / July 16

Don Taylor talks Rogers cuts, Canucks, Shane Wright, and more

On Wednesday’s episode of Canucks Conversation , David Quadrelli and Harman Dayal were joined by Don Taylor to discuss Rogers shutting down Sportsnet 650 before sharing his thoughts on the recent Shane Wright-to-Vancouver speculation.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / July 16

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.

Evander Kane News / The Hockey Writers / July 16

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.

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.

Macklin Celebrini 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.

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 / 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.