Patrik Allvin: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 25

Canucks issue injury updates on Filip Chytil, three others

Allvin provided several updates on the status of some of their injured players.

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Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / October 24

Canucks GM Patrik Allvin provides injury updates on Chytil, Blueger, Lekkerimäki, and Forbort

After the Vancouver Canucks acquired Lukas Reichel from the Chicago Blackhawks in exchange for a 2027 fourth-round pick, General Manager Patrik Allvin met with media to discuss the transaction, but also provided updates on the injuries of forwards Filip Chytil, Teddy Blueger, Jonathan Lekkerimäki and defenceman Derek Forbort.

Vancouver Canucks News / Last Word On Sports / October 22

NHL Rumours and the Canucks Needs Amid Injuries

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Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / October 21

Allvin admits Chytil injury makes Canucks ‘take a different view’ in search for a centre

It’s been a story since before the 2025 offseason even began: The Vancouver Canucks would like to add a centre. Despite the team not adding one over the offseason, management hasn’t changed its tune about wanting to improve down the middle, with Jim Rutherford repeating his stance on the matter less than a month ago.

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Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / October 20

Canucks GM Allvin provides updates on Blueger, Boeser, Chytil, and Lekkerimäki

The Vancouver Canucks are likely to be shorthanded once again as their road trip continues Tuesday night in Pittsburgh. The Canucks won their game in Washington on Sunday, marking their third straight victory, but lost some bodies in the process.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / October 9

NHL injuries: Oilers' Zach Hyman skates with teammates

Anaheim Ducks: Anaheim Ducks forward Ryan Strome will miss their opening road trip due to an upper-body injury. Matthew Fairburn: Buffalo Sabres coach Lindy Ruff said that defensemen Owen Power and Mattias Samuelsson should be ready for their season opener on Thursday.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / October 8

Patrik Allvin gives his thoughts on Canucks’ roster heading into 2025-26 NHL season

We’re just one more day away from the start of the Vancouver Canucks‘ 2025-26 regular season. We’ve had the opening night roster since Monday, and have plenty of time to chew on it.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / October 7

‘We owe it to Braeden’: Canucks GM Allvin on Cootes cracking NHL roster

It’s a day after the NHL roster deadline, and the 18-year-old Braeden Cootes is still on the Vancouver Canucks roster. On Tuesday, Cootes skated in between Evander Kane and Jonathan Lekkerimäki at Canucks practice.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / October 7

Canucks: Patrik Allvin offers injury updates on Teddy Blueger and PO Joseph

Vancouver Canucks general manager Patrik Allvin met with the media on Tuesday as his club practiced on the ice at Rogers Arena. As expected, the Canucks’ GM offered injury updates on forward Teddy Blueger and defenceman PO Joseph.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / October 3

Canucks place forward Nils Åman on NHL waivers

The Canucks have placed centre Nils Åman on NHL waivers for the purposes of assigning him to Abbotsford in the AHL, general manager Patrik Allvin announced Friday morning.

Vancouver Canucks News / NHL Trade Talk / October 1

Canucks Exploring All-In Trade Option Ahead of Roster Deadline

With the NHL’s 23-man opening-day roster deadline looming early next week, Thomas Drance of The Athletic is reporting that the Vancouver Canucks find themselves active in trade discussions.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / September 29

Canucks announce Nils Höglander out 8-10 weeks after lower-body surgery

On Monday evening, Vancouver Canucks General Manager Patrik Allvin announced that forward Nils Höglander underwent successful lower-body surgery and will be out 8-10 weeks.

Vancouver Canucks News / The Hockey Writers / September 24

Canucks Sign 2 Prospects to ELCs

On Monday, at exactly noon Pacific time, Vancouver Canucks general manager Patrik Allvin announced that the club had signed forward prospects Riley Patterson and Gabriel Chiarot to three-year, entry-level contracts (ELCs).

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Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / September 23

Patrik Allvin weighs in on Braeden Cootes, Canucks’ recent signings, and more

The NHL season might be less than a week old, but Vancouver Canucks general manager Patrik Allvin already had a lot to say when he met with reporters on Tuesday.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / September 19

The Canucks’ goaltending future is in good hands, and the timing couldn’t be better

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Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / September 17

Will the Canucks be able to trade any of their excess roster players, or just cut them in camp?

GM Patrik Allvin and Co. have been leading the Vancouver Canucks’ front office for long enough now that patterns have started to form, and their habits have started to become noticeable.

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 / 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 / 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 / Canucks Daily / March 18

Insider: Brock Boeser will walk away from Canucks

Insider suggests Brock Boeser will walk away from Vancouver Canucks after Patrik Allvin fallout

An NHL insider believes that pending UFA Brock Boeser could leave the Vancouver Canucks, even if it's just for a slightly higher salary.

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Former Vancouver Canuck appears to already be in doghouse with New York Rangers

Logan Mailloux sends clear message to Kent Hughes and Canadiens after being mentioned in trade rumors

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Vancouver Canucks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 5

Marcus Pettersson will be part of Canucks' future after signing massive extension

The Canucks wasted little time getting pen to paper on a deal with one of their new acquisitions.

Insider reveals Canucks' immediate trade plans for Elias Pettersson

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Vancouver Canucks News / Canucks Daily / January 26

Canucks GM announces roster move after win over Capitals

Canucks GM Patrik Allvin announces roster move following win over Capitals

It'll likely be a little while before we see Mark Friedman back in the National Hockey League as the Canucks will want him playing top-four minutes down in Abbotsford.

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Vancouver Canucks News / Canucks Daily / December 11