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The Sky is Falling for the Vancouver Canucks

No one has any answers. The bottom has truly given out with this current nine-game losing streak the Canucks are on. Just three-to-four weeks ago, the vibes were high, with their four-game win streak.

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Jackets build 3-goal lead, hand Canucks 9th straight loss

Kirill Marchenko and Kent Johnson each had a goal with an assist, while Elvis Merzlikins made 30 saves as the Columbus Blue Jackets won their third straight Thursday night, 4-1 over the visiting Vancouver Canucks, who have lost nine in a row.

Brock Boeser News / Canucksarmy / January 15

Boeser ends goalscoring drought as Canucks fall 4-1 to Blue Jackets

This game started with a whole lot of broken plays in the neutral zone, and when the actual scoring chances came, you were almost surprised. Basically none of them came as a result of extended zone time for either team.

Kirill Kudryavtsev News / Canucksarmy / January 15

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.

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Quinn Hughes News / Canucksarmy / January 15

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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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.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / January 15

NHL Rumors: Three blue line options for the Toronto Maple Leafs

Thomas Drance of The Athletic: The Vancouver Canucks are holding trade talks with teams, listing on pending UFAs and players with term. They want to keep some veterans to insulate their younger players.

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.

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.

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.

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?

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.

Kiefer Sherwood News / NHL Trade Talk / January 15

Kiefer Sherwood for a first? Canucks turn down solid offer

As the trade deadline creeps closer, eyes are on Kiefer Sherwood. Nick Kypreos, Justin Bourne, and Rick Dhaliwal discussed what the Vancouver Canucks might get for him.

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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.