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On YouTubeVancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / December 3
The Statsies: Elias Pettersson takes on Nathan MacKinnon matchup in Canucks’ loss to Avalanche
All things considered, it could’ve been a lot worse. The Vancouver Canucks suffered a 3-1 loss to the red-hot Colorado Avalanche. Given how dominant their opposition has been all season, this was definitely not a horrible loss by any means.
Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / October 25
Pettersson’s 3 point night not enough as Canucks lose 4-3 to Canadiens
Lukas Reichel slots in as the second line centre, in between Evander Kane and Brock Boeser. Jake DeBrusk moves up to the top line with Elias Pettersson and Conor Garland.
Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / October 17
The Statsies: Marcus Pettersson accumulates team-best xGF in Canucks’ win over Stars
Maybe it really is the wild west in Texas. The Vancouver Canucks overcame a 2-0 deficit after the first period, securing a 5-3 win against the Dallas Stars.
The 'NHL Norris Trophy winners' quiz
Bobby Orr won the last of his eight Norris Trophies during the 1974-75 season. Can you name every defenseman who won the trophy since then?
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.
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.
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.
Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / August 11
Goals and expectations for Canucks’ second pair anchor, Marcus Pettersson in 2025-2026
The 2025-26 season will be Marcus Pettersson’s first full season with the Vancouver Canucks. It also marks the beginning of the six-year, $5.5M contract he signed with the organization.
NHL News / Yardbarker / June 25
Why Rangers sending first-round pick to Penguins has leaguewide implications
The New York Rangers are sending their first-round pick in Friday's NHL Draft (No. 12 overall) to the Pittsburgh Penguins to satisfy the conditions of their in-season acquisition of center J.T.
Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / June 10
5 Canucks whose trade protection changes as of July 1, 2025
The date of July 1 is typically a very important one on the NHL calendar, and one especially important for the Vancouver Canucks. It’s Canada Day, of course.
Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / June 9
Drew O’Connor could be the Canucks best middle-six forward next year: 2024-25 Year in Review
Marcus Pettersson might’ve been the headliner in the February 1st trade, but the acquisition of Drew O’Connor in the transaction shouldn’t be overlooked.
Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / May 25
The 2024/25 Canucks acquired a missing piece in Marcus Pettersson: Year in Review
Marcus Pettersson spent a large portion of the 2024/25 as the top rental D available on the NHL market. Until he wasn’t either of those things. The dramatic events of January 31, 2025, will continue to impact the Vancouver Canucks franchise for years to come.
Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / May 24
Garland & O’Connor eliminate Canucks teammate Pettersson to advance to IIHF World Championship final
The IIHF World Championship semifinals took place on Saturday morning with the three remaining Vancouver Canucks battling for a chance to punc their ticket to the finals.
Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / May 22
Canucks: Pettersson’s Sweden eliminates Hronek’s Czechia from IIHF World Championship
We knew that one of these two Vancouver Canucks defenceman would be joining teammates Conor Garland and Drew O’Connor – after USA’s 5-2 victory over Finland earlier Thursday morning – in the semi-finals of the IIHF World Championships.
NHL News / Yardbarker / May 3
NHL makes big change to draft lottery that should silence conspiracies
The NHL is making a big change for its 2025 NHL Draft Lottery on Monday, May 5. Instead of holding the actual drawing behind the scenes and then revealing
Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / February 7
Grading the Canucks’ contract extension with Marcus Pettersson
It took the Vancouver Canucks most of the season to finally trade for Marcus Pettersson. It took them less than a week after that, however, to extend him.
Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / February 6
Marcus Pettersson talks Canucks extension, 'Dragon' nickname origin, and more
After inking a fresh six-year $33 million contract with the Vancouver Canucks, defenceman Marcus Pettersson met with the media to discuss his long-term extension.
Vancouver Canucks News / NHL Trade Talk / February 7
Canucks reporter rips Vancouver, says Marcus Pettersson deal is insult to Brock Boeser
Are the the Vancouver Canucks disrespecting Brock Boeser with the recent deal they gave defenseman Marcus Pettersson?
Vancouver Canucks News / Daily Faceoff / February 6
Why Marcus Pettersson’s contract with the Canucks is a fair deal for both sides
The Vancouver Canucks did not waste any time locking up defenseman Marcus Pettersson. Less than a week after acquiring the lanky blueliner from the Pittsburgh Penguins, the Canucks announced they’ve extended Pettersson on a six-year contract, worth $5.5 million AAV.
Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / February 6
Why the cap math on Marcus Pettersson’s Canucks extension is even better than you think
When the Vancouver Canucks acquired Marcus Pettersson along with Drew O’Connor last week, it came with an understanding that the Canucks were going to move quickly to get Pettersson signed.
Vancouver Canucks News / Daily Faceoff / February 5
Canucks sign Marcus Pettersson to a six-year contract extension
The Vancouver Canucks have signed defenseman Marcus Pettersson to a six-year contract extension worth $5.5 million per season, the club announced Wednesday.
NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / February 2
Canucks Set to Extend Pettersson and O’Connor Contracts Soon
After their acquisition of defensemen Marcus Pettersson and forward Drew O’Connor a few days ago, the Vancouver Canucks are already looking to extend them on news deals.
NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / February 1
Canucks trade for Penguins' Marcus Pettersson in huge deal
The deal, which includes several pieces, comes just hours after the Canucks moved. J.T. Miller to the New York Rangers.
NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 7
Oilers, Canucks among teams with interest in Penguins defenseman
The Oilers and Canucks have reportedly demonstrated interest in acquiring the defenseman from the Penguins ahead of the March 7 trade deadline.
Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pittsburgh Hockey Now / January 1
Pettersson Tries to Block Noise; Sources Indicate No Contract Talks
DETROIT — Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Marcus Pettersson did not have a fun New Years Eve. The 28-year-old 6-foot-3 defenseman, who returned to the lineup for the first time in 17 days, did not have his typical stable, shutdown performance and was on the ice for three goals against the Detroit Red Wings 4-2 win Tuesday.
Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 16, 2024
Key Penguins defenseman out week-to-week
He left the team’s Saturday loss to Ottawa late in the first period after a collision with Senators forward Drake Batherson sent him awkwardly into the boards.
NHL News / Oilers Daily / November 12, 2024
Insider reveals price for Oilers to acquire Penguins defenseman in trade
The Edmonton Oilers could certainly swing that total trade price.
Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 11, 2024
Penguins expected to begin contract talks with star defenseman soon
It’s not hard to picture him getting an extension in the range of $5.5M to $6M per season on a long-term pact.
Pittsburgh Penguins News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 10, 2024
Report: Why Penguins are holding off on Marcus Pettersson extension
There has been no indication that Pittsburgh is uninterested in extending Pettersson, but the delayed negotiations could cause some unfortunate consequences for the team moving forward.
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