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Billion Dollar Changes Coming to the Vancouver Canucks Organization Amid Mysterious Dealings

The Vancouver Canucks have already made a major change in leadership behind the bench, and potential larger changes could soon be on the horizon. The year

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Paolo Aquilini departing from Canucks’ ownership group

A little shakeup in the boardroom in Vancouver. On Friday night, in a statement from the Aqulini Investment Group acquired by Postmedia, it was announced that Paolo Aquilini has resigned from his position as Alternate Governor with the Vancouver Canucks, leaving the team’s ownership group.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / May 3

Victor Mancini talks trade chaos, Abbotsford playoff push, and learning from Quinn Hughes

A Q&A with Canucks prospect Victor Mancini As the Abbotsford Canucks grabbed a 1–0 lead over the Coachella Valley Firebirds in Round 2 of the AHL playoffs, David Quadrelli and Harman Dayal caught up with defenceman Victor Mancini to reflect on his eventful trade, playoff experience, and transition into the Canucks organization.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / May 3

Former NHL Executive Weighs In on Quinn Hughes’ Canucks Future

Speculation surrounding Quinn Hughes’ long-term Vancouver Canucks future continues to grow. With the Canucks facing major structural uncertainty after head coach Rick Tocchet's exit, questions are mounting about whether their captain might eventually push for a move to join his brothers in New Jersey to play for the Devils.

NHL News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NHL Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The NHL began awarding the Conn Smythe Trophy to the most valuable player of the postseason beginning in the 1965 season. How many of the past winners can you name in six minutes?

Vancouver Canucks News / NHL Trade Talk / May 3

Rutherford Hints at Trading Quinn Hughes Before Contract Ends

In a recent interview, Vancouver Canucks President of Hockey Operations, Jim Rutherford said that if superstar defenseman Quinn Hughes isn’t extended before

NHL News / Yardbarker

What cities should get NHL expansion teams?

It seems the NHL is in a good place. Ratings are up, talent levels are high, and the league added two teams to get up to 32 in the not-too-distant past.

Forgotten NHL players from the 1980s

20 NHL players from the 1990s you probably forgot about

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / May 2

Rutherford says Hughes told him his phone was dead on day of Tocchet’s departure

Vancouver Canucks President of Hockey Operations Jim Rutherford joined John Shannon on his podcast, 100% Hockey, with an update regarding Quinn Hughes following Rick Tocchet’s departure: “Yeah, and I didn’t even say hello to him when he called me back,” Rutherford laughed.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / May 2

Spread scoring a key to Abbotsford Canucks early playoff success

Linus Karlsson. Tristen Nielsen. Chase Wouters. Max Sasson. Sammy Blais. Phil Di Giuseppe. Jett Woo. Danila Klimovich. Guillaume Brisebois. Nine different players have scored the last nine goals for the Abbotsford Canucks.

Jim Rutherford News / Canucksarmy / May 2

Jim Rutherford pens end of season letter to Canucks fans

On Friday afternoon, Vancouver Canucks President of Hockey Operations Jim Rutherford released a letter to the fans after what was a grueling season. The letter reads: With the close of another season, I want to take a moment to sincerely thank you for your continued support.

Rick Tocchet News / Hockey Latest / May 2

Eastern Conference Team Lists Rick Tocchet as Their Top Coaching Candidate

Former Canucks coach Rick Tocchet is in high demand, and the Philadelphia Flyers are hot on his tail, reportedly listing him as being at the top of their list.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / May 2

If the Canucks couldn’t make Tocchet stay, what do they have to offer to other NHL coaching candidates?

According to virtually all sources, the Vancouver Canucks pulled out all the stops when it came to attempting to extend head coach Rick Tocchet. Their final offer was reported to be somewhere in the range of $5 million per year over a term of five years.

Vancouver Canucks News / Hockey Latest / May 1

Canucks Ownership Drama Reaches New Boiling Point, Per Insider Rumblings

The latest developments regarding the Canucks ownership drama have taken a turn for the worse, as Nick Kypreos mentioned they could sell part or most of the team.

Adam Foote News / Canucksarmy / May 1

Canucks’ Adam Foote has received ‘expressions of interest’ in NHL head coaching jobs: report

Just as one coach Vancouver Canucks coach leaves, another may soon follow. According to Daily Faceoff’s Frank Seravalli, Canucks assistant coach Adam Foote has received “multiple expressions of interest” in NHL head coaching opportunities and that interviews are soon to follow.

Vancouver Canucks News / NHL Rumors / May 1

Rick Tocchet Didn’t Want to be One of the Highest-Paid Coaches With Canucks

Rick Dhaliwal: Steve Moutain, Rick Tocchet’s agent on the Vancouver Canucks offer to Tocchet: “They stepped up, made the decision hard, you can not say the Canucks did not extend themselves.” Rick Dhaliwal: Have been told that the Canucks made Rick Tocchet a solid contract offer before he decided to move on.

Rick Tocchet News / The Hockey Writers / May 1

Canucks: 6 Coaching Candidates to Replace Rick Tocchet

The Vancouver Canucks have been added to the list of teams looking for a new coach after Rick Tocchet chose to gauge the open market and the team announced he would not be returning next season.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / May 1

5 burning questions after Rick Tocchet’s departure from the Canucks

Now that the Vancouver Canucks have confirmed the news that head coach Rick Tocchet will not be returning next season, there are a handful of burning questions that surround this organization: 1.

NHL News / Yardbarker / May 1

Norris Trophy breakdown: Will Cale Makar come out on top?

On Tuesday, the NHL named Quinn Hughes, Cale Makar and Zach Werenski as finalists for the Norris Trophy.

Stars-Avalanche has been a roller coaster ride that deserves seven games

Canucks president drops hint on where Mike Sullivan might coach next

Which players have the most points in NHL postseason history?

The 'NHL Norris Trophy winners' quiz

Jim Rutherford News / Hockey Latest / April 30

Jim Rutherford Confirms One Name Expected To Be In Consideration For The Canucks Head Coaching Job

The Vancouver Canucks are about to begin a key search for their next Head Coach, and according to Jim Rutherford, a former Rangers coach could be in play.

Rick Tocchet News / House of Hockey / April 30

The Shocking Contract Offer Rick Tocchet Turned Down in Vancouver Leaks Publicly

Rick Tocchet has officially announced his departure from Vancouver, and according to reports, he's walked away from a very generous offer from the team.

Rick Tocchet News / Daily Faceoff / April 30

Leaving Canucks wasn’t about the money for Rick Tocchet

It was a tumultuous 2024-25 season for the Vancouver Canucks, and now they will look to the future with a new man behind the bench. It was announced on Tuesday that head coach Rick Tocchet would not be returning to the team for the 2025-26 campaign, ending what was a very strange saga for the organization.

Vancouver Canucks News / NHL Trade Talk / April 29

Tocchet Reveals Reason for Leaving Canucks, Rutherford Talks Replacements

The Vancouver Canucks announced Tuesday that head coach Rick Tocchet has decided not to return for the 2025-26 NHL season, ending a three-year run behind the bench.

Tom Willander News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 27

Canucks, prospect Tom Willander remain in contract dispute

Vancouver Canucks prospect Tom Willander remains in contract limbo and is currently wondering what his future holds, per Cam Robinson of eliteprospects.com.