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Hughes on Canucks Future: 'Anything Can Change'

Quinn Hughes was asked by Elliotte Friedman on the 32 Thoughts podcast what he would say when asked if the Vancouver Canucks have a chance of keeping him beyond his current contract.

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Cootes, Willander, and more Canucks prospects hit the ice in preparation for showcase vs. Kraken prospects

The Vancouver Canucks’ Prospect Showcase roster hit the ice for the first time on Thursday morning at the Abbotsford Centre. Abbotsford Head Coach Manny Malhotra led today’s drills ahead of this weekend’s two-game showcase between the Canucks and Seattle Kraken.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / September 11

Canucks' Quinn Hughes Responds to Brother’s Comment on Playing Together

Vancouver Canucks defenseman Quinn Hughes knew the question was coming on Wednesday, just one day after his brother Jack, of the New Jersey Devils, admitted he'd "love" to play alongside him and current teammate and brother Luke.

Edmonton Oilers News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The '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?

The 'NHL's multiple Hart Trophy winners' quiz

The '50-goal NHL seasons since 2000-01' quiz

The 'Goal leaders from each NHL season since 1990' quiz

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / September 11

Quinn Hughes makes it clear that Canucks’ performance this season will influence long-term plans

With everything he brings on and off the ice, Quinn Hughes is a franchise cornerstone for the Vancouver Canucks. A year out from his eligibility to sign an extension with the team, the million-dollar question for fans this summer has been, Do we have a chance of keeping this guy in Vancouver?

Vancouver Canucks News / Hockey Latest / September 11

Canucks Insider Rick Dhaliwal Reveals Three Centers the Team Tried and Failed to Acquire

The Vancouver Canucks tried to be aggressive this off-season, but thanks to Rick Dhaliwal, we know of three players they tried and failed to land up front.

Vancouver Canucks News / The Hockey Writers / September 11

Canucks News & Rumours: Pettersson, Hughes, Prospects Showcase & More

In this edition of the Vancouver Canucks News & Rumours, the first hockey of the 2025-26 season will be played in Everett and Seattle, WA, with the inaugural Prospects Showcase.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / September 11

Best case scenario: Which big names might be buyable if the Canucks are contending at the 2026 Trade Deadline?

The Vancouver Canucks are currently in their “Schrodinger’s Cat” phase of the 2025-26 season. Nobody yet knows if they’re going to leap to the occasion and return to the playoffs, or if they’re going to come out with all the energy of a dead feline.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / September 10

Daniel Gee: Canucks invite intriguing Vancouver Giants player to Prospect Showcase

Tom Willander, Jonathan Lekkerimäki, Braeden Cootes, Elias Pettersson, Sawyer Mynio, Aleksie Medvedev … the gang is all here, making the 2025 Vancouver Canucks Prospect Showcase Roster loaded with the organization’s best young talent.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / September 10

What’s an acceptable home ice record for the Canucks this season?

When it comes to areas of obvious improvement for the Vancouver Canucks this season, the team’s performance on home ice should be at the top of the list.

Vancouver Canucks News / ESPN / September 10

Hughes brothers weigh in on Rutherford remark

New Jersey's Jack Hughes and his brother, Vancouver's Quinn Hughes, addressed comments made by Canucks executive Jim Rutherford, who said the team's ability to re-sign Quinn may come down to his desire to play with his brothers.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / September 10

Diving into every player on the Canucks’ roster for prospect showdown in Seattle

The Vancouver Canucks have announced their official roster for the upcoming Prospect Showcase against the Seattle Kraken. The event will feature a pair of games over the weekend: Game 1: Saturday, September 13 at 6:00 p.m.

Elias Pettersson News / The Hockey Writers / September 10

Canucks’ 2025-26 Seasons Rests on Elias Pettersson

When the Vancouver Canucks take to the ice this season, one storyline will loom over everything: Elias Pettersson. He’s the team’s most talented forward, their emotional hinge, and the one who, when he’s on, makes the Canucks look like a legitimate contender.

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The '200-passing yards in first 20 NFL games' quiz

The 'Multiple TD passes in an NFL debut' quiz

The 'Two passing and rushing touchdowns NFL games' quiz

The 'Longest receptions of the 2024 NFL season' quiz

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / September 10

Top 50 Canucks players of all time: #1 – Henrik Sedin

Join us this summer as we count down the top 50 Vancouver Canucks players of all time! #1 – Henrik Sedin Well, it all comes down to this. For 50 straight days, we profiled the top 50 players in Vancouver Canucks history.

Quinn Hughes News / NHL Trade Talk / September 10

Quinn Hughes Responds to Jack’s Comments About Playing Together

Following comments on Tuesday from Jack Hughes that got fans wondering about his future in New Jersey, and potentially joining his brother Quinn somewhere, Vancouver Canucks captain Quinn Hughes addressed his brother’s comments on Wednesday.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / September 10

Canucks’ Quinn Hughes responds to Jack’s comments about wanting to play together

Questions about Quinn Hughes’ long-term future in Vancouver have been the driving story through this summer. On Tuesday, New Jersey Devils forward Jack Hughes added fuel to the fire by saying he’d love to play alongside Quinn down the line.’ Now, we have Quinn Hughes’ response, per Matt Larkin.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / September 10

Canucks: Lankinen says him and Demko are among the NHL’s top goalie tandem – where do they actually rank?

At Monday’s Jake Milford Charity Golf Tournament, Vancouver Canucks goaltender Kevin Lankinen spoke with the media and gave us some insight on where he believes he and Thatcher Demko stack up against the other goaltending tandems across the NHL: Q: What’s the confidence level for you and Thatcher as a pairing compared to other pairs in the NHL?

Jermaine Loewen News / Inside The Rink / September 10

ECHL: Jermaine Loewen Announces Retirement

Fort Wayne Komets forward Jermaine Loewen has announced his retirement from pro hockey after six seasons. In what would be his final season in professional hockey, Loewen had two goals and three assists for five points in 20 games with the Kalamazoo Wings before playing in two games with the Fort Wayne Komets as his ECHL career came full circle.

Vancouver Canucks News / Athlon Sports / September 9

Canucks GM Raises Eyebrows With 'Urgency' Comments

The Vancouver Canucks entered last season with high expectations following a strong 2023-24 season. However, Vancouver regressed a ton and ended up missing the playoffs entirely.

Vancouver Canucks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 10

NHL makes official decision on Oilers regarding LTIR usage

The NHL’s investigation into the Oilers’ usage of long-term injured reserve last season regarding winger Evander Kane has been closed.

Which NHL teams have the longest current Stanley Cup droughts?

The 'Most goals in a Stanley Cup Playoffs' quiz

Vancouver Canucks News / The Hockey Writers / September 9

What Happened to the Canucks 'Whatever It Takes' for Centre Depth?

Heading into the offseason, the Vancouver Canucks were clear about their priorities. Management knew they needed help down the middle. After last year’s playoff exit, both Patrik Allvin and Jim Rutherford suggested the club would do “whatever it takes” to land a legitimate second-line centre.

Vancouver Canucks News / Breakaway on SI / September 7

Canucks GM Knows Pressure is High

The 2024-25 Vancouver Canucks are a cautionary tale about just how quickly it can all come crumbling down in the sports world. After winning the Pacific division with 109 points in 2023-24, the Canucks crashed and burned last season as they finished well outside the playoff picture with only 90 points.

Sawyer Mynio News / Hockey Latest / September 6

Vancouver Canucks Prospect Defenseman Makes Bold Prediction Ahead of Rookie Pro Season

Sawyer Mynio has a bright future ahead in hockey, and now the former third-round pick has declared he wants to make the jump to the pro level this season.