Elias Pettersson: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

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 / 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.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / September 8

Canucks: Elias Pettersson ‘ready to be himself again’, added 13 pounds of muscle over the summer

As expected, Elias Pettersson is eager to put last season behind him. It was a dreadful season for Pettersson, who put up just 15 goals and 30 assists through 64 games in year one of his eight-year $92.80 million contract.

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Vancouver Canucks News / The Hockey Writers / September 7

Kane and Pettersson Could Transform the Canucks’ Top Line

When the Vancouver Canucks brought in Evander Kane, it wasn’t just about adding another scorer or an experienced veteran. It was also about chemistry—finding the right linemates who could elevate one another.

NHL News / Yardbarker

Current NHL players who have the best chances to reach 500 goals

Getting to 500 NHL goals is not as rare as it used to be, but it certainly still is not commonplace. Heading into the 2025-26 season, 48 players have done it.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / September 3

Pettersson, Boeser, and other returning Canucks hit the ice at UBC

Some familiar faces were on the ice out at the University of British Columbia today as Vancouver Canucks players have begun to arrive back in town. It was a decently-sized group on the ice today.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / September 1

Can Elias Pettersson become a regular on the Canucks’ defence corps in 2025-2026?

Entering the 2024-2025 season, Vancouver Canucks fans were just excited to see the younger Elias Pettersson develop down in the AHL. Little did they know they would see him play in Vancouver later that season.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 1

Projecting potential bounce-back players for 2025-26 NHL season

Every NHL season has its fair share of surprises, whether it’s the underdog team that makes it to the playoffs against all odds or the player rebounding from a down season who turns back the clock and rediscovers his game.

Bruins center Elias Lindholm is ready to bounce back next season

Future of Carey Price's Canadiens contract has been decided

Jets defenseman Josh Morrissey is fully recovered from knee injury

Penn State may have opened door to hosting future NHL Winter Classic

Five NHL teams that got noticeably weaker in the 2025-26 offseason

Vancouver Canucks News / Hockey Latest / August 31

Canucks GM Patrik Allvin Provides Update on Search for Second-Line Center to Support Elias Pettersson

Filip Chytil was a huge pickup for the Canucks in a deal with the Rangers last season, and now Patrik Allvin expressed confidence he can take over the 2C role.

Vancouver Canucks News / The Hockey Writers / August 31

Elias Pettersson’s Offseason Prep Could Make or Break the Canucks’ Season

The Vancouver Canucks’ new season hasn’t started yet, but already there’s a focus on Elias Pettersson as the key to the team’s success for 2025-26. A training video from his Swedish skills coach went viral on social media, showing Pettersson weaving through pylons with a slightly sharper stride.

Vancouver Canucks News / House of Hockey / August 30

Jake DeBrusk Opens Up on Turbulent J.T. Miller-Elias Pettersson Rift in Vancouver

The Vancouver Canucks were hit with locker room drama last season with Pettersson and Miller, and now Jake DeBrusk has opened up on being at the centre of it.

Vancouver Canucks News / Sporting News / August 30

Canucks' Jake DeBrusk sheds light on dynamic between J.T. Miller and Elias Pettersson

Canucks winger Jake DeBrusk shared insight into his role in the dynamic between J.T. Miller and Elias Pettersson.

Vancouver Canucks News / Hockey Latest / August 29

Elias Pettersson Primed for Breakout Season After Major Offseason Improvements, Says Trainer

Elias Pettersson had a massive letdown of a season in 2024/25, but now, his trainer has revealed he's primed to get back to his best this upcoming year.

Vancouver Canucks News / Hockey Latest / August 29

Jake DeBrusk Opens Up About Being Caught in the Middle of Conflict Between Elias Pettersson and J.T. Miller

The Canucks had plenty of locker room drama last season, and now Jake DeBrusk has revealed what it was like to be in the middle of the situation. Last season was a disaster for the Vancouver Canucks, as the team went through struggles both on and off the ice, with the feud between J.T.

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Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / August 25

Top 50 Canucks players of all time: #17 – Elias Pettersson

Join us this summer as we count down the top 50 Vancouver Canucks players of all time! #17: Elias Pettersson After their worst season since 1998-1999, the Canucks entered the NHL Draft Lottery with the second-best odds (12.1%) to win the first-overall pick.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / August 23

Canucks Summer Faceoff: Which is more likely – Pettersson 85 points or Kane 45 points?

Less than a month away from training camp, it’s time to start thinking about the way the 2025-26 season may unfold for members of the Vancouver Canucks in JPat’s Canucks Summer Faceoff.

Vancouver Canucks News / House of Hockey / August 22

Elias Pettersson Hides Major Summer Life Change From Vancouver Canucks Fans

On the ice last season, Vancouver Canucks star Elias Pettersson struggled, and in a low-key off-season, he's hidden a major piece of news from the fanbase.

NHL News / Yardbarker / August 21

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Some players have already solidified themselves as superstars, and others are still finding their way.

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Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / August 20

Canucks: What does an Elias Pettersson bounce back actually look like?

It truly seems that the 2025-2026 version of the Vancouver Canucks will only go as far as Elias Pettersson is going to take them. Of course, Quinn Hughes is and will remain the best player on the team.

Vancouver Canucks News / Hockey Latest / August 9

Elias Pettersson Eyes First Olympic Appearance: 'You Feel the Whole Nation Behind You'

Vancouver Canucks forward Elias Pettersson is looking forward to representing Sweden in the upcoming 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan, where he will help try and win a gold medal.

NHL News / Yardbarker / August 8

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Panthers' Matthew Tkachuk could miss significant time to start season

Experienced defenseman eyeing roster spot with Penguins