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Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / October 26
Canucks’ Jack Thompson clears NHL waivers, will report to AHL Abbotsford

Canucks’ Jack Thompson clears NHL waivers, will report to AHL Abbotsford

After being placed on NHL waivers on Sunday, defenceman Jack Thompson has cleared waivers and will report to AHL Abbotsford. The 24-year-old defenceman was injured prior to Vancouver Canucks training camp and did not skate with the main group.

Jack Thompson News / Viral Sports News / October 26
Vancouver Canucks Suddenly Dump 24-Year-Old Defenseman

Vancouver Canucks Suddenly Dump 24-Year-Old Defenseman

The Vancouver Canucks placed defenseman Jack Thompson on NHL waivers on October 25, marking the fourth consecutive day a blueliner appeared on the wire.

Vancouver Canucks News / Daily Faceoff / October 25
Canucks place Jack Thompson on waivers

Canucks place Jack Thompson on waivers

The Vancouver Canucks are making roster moves and appear set to add a talent to the AHL Abbotsford Canucks backend after placing defenseman Jack Thompson

Jack Thompson News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 25
Canucks Place Jack Thompson On Waivers

Canucks Place Jack Thompson On Waivers

For the fourth day in a row, a defenseman has landed on the waiver wire. This time it is Vancouver Canucks defender Jack Thompson. Thompson hasn’t played yet this season after being struck in the face by a puck during Vancouver’s pre-season.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / October 25
Canucks place defenceman Jack Thompson on NHL waivers

Canucks place defenceman Jack Thompson on NHL waivers

The Abbotsford Canucks appear to be getting some reinforcements on the backend. According to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman, the Vancouver Canucks have placed defenceman Jack Thompson on NHL waivers.

NHL News / Yardbarker
The biggest draft bust for every NHL team

The biggest draft bust for every NHL team

People love a good mid-round draft pick that pans out, and in the NHL you used to see those fairly often, but that’s obviously partially luck. If the Red Wings thought Nicklas Lidstrom was going to become a top-five defenseman in history, they wouldn’t have waited until the 53rd pick to take him.

Vancouver Canucks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 15
Canucks sign defenceman to one-year contract extension

Canucks sign defenceman to one-year contract extension

The Vancouver Canucks signed defenceman Jack Thompson to a one-year, two-way contract extension for the 2026-27 season, general manager Ryan Johnson announced on Friday.

Vancouver Canucks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 12
Canucks Sign Jack Thompson To One-Year Contract

Canucks Sign Jack Thompson To One-Year Contract

The Vancouver Canucks are retaining some of their defensive depth for next season. According to a team announcement, the Vancouver Canucks have signed defenseman Jack Thompson to a one-year, two-way contract for the 2026-27 season.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / March 9
Abby Canucks recap: Canucks split weekend series with Eagles

Abby Canucks recap: Canucks split weekend series with Eagles

The Abbotsford Canucks continued their rollercoaster season over the weekend, splitting a two-game set with one of the Pacific Division’s top teams. After

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The defining figure for every NHL franchise

The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

NHL News / Canucksarmy / March 5
Canucks trade D Jett Woo to the Sharks in exchange D Jack Thompson

Canucks trade D Jett Woo to the Sharks in exchange D Jack Thompson

For the second consecutive day, the Vancouver Canucks traded away a long-tenured defenceman in the organization. Canucks General Manager Patrik Allvin announced they have sent defenceman Jett Woo to the San Jose Sharks in exchange for defenceman Jack Thompson.

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San Jose Sharks News / Daily Faceoff / October 12, 2025
Sharks place Thompson, Carlsson on waivers

Sharks place Thompson, Carlsson on waivers

The San Jose Sharks have placed defensemen Jack Thompson and Lucas Carlsson on the waiver wire. Both players are now available to be claimed by the other 31 teams in the league.

San Jose Sharks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 7, 2025
Sharks place Jack Thompson on IR, Sam Dickinson makes team

Sharks place Jack Thompson on IR, Sam Dickinson makes team

The Sharks listed defenseman Jack Thompson on injured reserve when releasing the opening day roster they registered last night, per Max Miller of Sharks Hockey Digest.

San Jose Sharks News / Daily Faceoff / July 14, 2025
Sharks re-sign Jack Thompson to one-year contract

Sharks re-sign Jack Thompson to one-year contract

The San Jose Sharks have agreed to terms on a new one-year, two-way contract with defenseman Jack Thompson, the club announced Monday morning. Thompson, 23, split the 2024-25 season between the Sharks and the AHL’s San Jose Barracuda.

San Jose Sharks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 14, 2025
Are Sharks undergoing a youth movement after latest recalls?

Are Sharks undergoing a youth movement after latest recalls?

The Sharks recalled winger Daniil Gushchin and defensemen Luca Cagnoni and Jimmy Schuldt from AHL San Jose ahead of their final two games of the season.

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San Jose Sharks News / San Jose Hockey Now / March 3, 2025
Thompson Excited for NHL Debut in Hometown Toronto

Thompson Excited for NHL Debut in Hometown Toronto

As usual, it comes down to family. Jack Thompson is about to make his hometown NHL debut on Monday night, as his San Jose Sharks visit the Toronto Maple Leafs.

San Jose Sharks News / San Jose Hockey Now / January 28, 2025
Sharks Locker Room: Why Veterans Matter

Sharks Locker Room: Why Veterans Matter

The San Jose Sharks were smarter with the puck on Monday. That helped them snap a six-game losing streak, as they pulled out a 2-1 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins.

San Jose Sharks News / San Jose Hockey Now / November 7, 2024
Thompson, Smith Break Down Sharks Defenseman’s 1st NHL Goal

Thompson, Smith Break Down Sharks Defenseman’s 1st NHL Goal

Will Smith was impressed by Jack Thompson’s…celly. “He had a good celebration,” Smith laughed, when asked about Thompson’s first NHL goal, off his pass.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Raw Charge / January 5, 2024

Lightning shuffle defense, recall Jack Thompson and Emil Lilleberg

It was a quick visit to the NHL for Declan Carlile and Sean Day as the Tampa Bay Lightning re-assigned them to Syracuse a day after recalling them. They’ll likely pass Jack Thompson and Emil Lilleberg in the airport or the friendly skies somewhere between Syracuse and Boston as the latter two were brought up from the Lightning’s AHL affiliate.

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