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A full recap of Jim Rutherford’s press conference after Tocchet’s Canucks departure

A full recap of Jim Rutherford’s press conference after Tocchet’s Canucks departure

Following the announcement of Rick Tocchet’s departure, Vancouver Canucks President of Hockey Operations Jim Rutherford met with the media. With such a pivotal decision that was made here and what the potential impact it will have on the Canucks, we thought we would give you the entire breakdown of the availability.

NHL News / Forever Blueshirts / April 29

Rick Tocchet becomes Rangers coach candidate after leaving Canucks

You can add Rick Tocchet’s name to the growing list of candidates to become the next coach of the New York Rangers. Tocchet opted not to accept a lucrative contract offer to remain coach of the Vancouver Canucks and is now an appealing free agent with numerous coaching vacancies around the NHL.

Vancouver Canucks News / Last Word On Sports / April 29
Rick Tocchet Leaving Vancouver Canucks

Rick Tocchet Leaving Vancouver Canucks

Coach Rick Tocchet is finished with the Vancouver Canucks after just two and a half years at the helm. News emerged on Tuesday afternoon of the coaching change.

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The 'NHL Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The 'NHL 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?

Vancouver Canucks News / Field Level Media / April 29
Rick Tocchet not returning as coach of Canucks

Rick Tocchet not returning as coach of Canucks

Rick Tocchet stepped down on Tuesday as head coach of the Vancouver Canucks, who declined to exercise the contract option for next season but said they had offered the veteran coach a new long-term deal.

Vancouver Canucks News / NHL Trade Talk / April 29
Tocchet Reveals Reason for Leaving Canucks, Rutherford Talks Replacements

Tocchet Reveals Reason for Leaving Canucks, Rutherford Talks Replacements

The Vancouver Canucks announced Tuesday that head coach Rick Tocchet has decided not to return for the 2025-26 NHL season, ending a three-year run behind the bench.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / April 29
Rick Tocchet thanks Canucks players, fans, ownership, media, and more in statement

Rick Tocchet thanks Canucks players, fans, ownership, media, and more in statement

Rick Tocchet and the Vancouver Canucks have released a statement. Shortly after a report from Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman, the Canucks confirmed that their head coach would be leaving them.

Vancouver Canucks News / Daily Faceoff / April 29
Canucks coach Rick Tocchet will not return for 2025-26

Canucks coach Rick Tocchet will not return for 2025-26

Rick Tocchet is walking away from the Vancouver Canucks. The third-year Canucks head coach will not return for the coming campaign, the club announced Tuesday.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / April 29
Rick Tocchet will not be returning to the Canucks: report

Rick Tocchet will not be returning to the Canucks: report

According to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman, it sounds like the Vancouver Canucks will be searching for a new bench boss coming for the 2025-2026 season.

Rick Tocchet News / NHL Trade Talk / April 29
Rick Tocchet Not Returning as Canucks Head Coach Next Season

Rick Tocchet Not Returning as Canucks Head Coach Next Season

According to Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman, Rick Tocchet is likely not returning next season to coach the Vancouver Canucks. It’s unclear what job Tocchet will pursue, but the drama this year in Vancouver, along with ties elsewhere, may have influenced Tocchet’s decision to turn down an offer in Vancouver.

Vancouver Canucks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 29
Canucks make decision on HC Rick Tocchet's future

Canucks make decision on HC Rick Tocchet's future

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Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / April 28
Friedman: Canucks and Tocchet met on Friday night; lack of practice facility bothering Tocchet

Friedman: Canucks and Tocchet met on Friday night; lack of practice facility bothering Tocchet

A wrinkle has risen in the negotiations between the Vancouver Canucks and their bench boss. On the latest episode of 32 Thoughts: The Podcast, Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman reported that the Canucks and Rick Tocchet met on Friday.

NHL News / Hockey Latest / April 27
New Report Confirms Which Team Is The Favorite To Steal Rick Tocchet Away From The Canucks

New Report Confirms Which Team Is The Favorite To Steal Rick Tocchet Away From The Canucks

A new report has emerged that is linking the Philadelphia Flyers as being one of the frontrunners to steal Rick Tocchet away from the Canucks for next season.

Vancouver Canucks News / Athlon Sports / April 27
Metropolitan Franchise Emerges as Threat To Land Canucks' Rick Tocchet.

Metropolitan Franchise Emerges as Threat To Land Canucks' Rick Tocchet.

Rick Tocchet’s future with the Vancouver Canucks grew even cloudier after NHL historian Stan Fischler hinted at a major change. Fischler posted on X that he is moving away from considering Tocchet for the New York Rangers’ job, saying he's "heard" he's instead leaning toward joining the Philadelphia Flyers.

Vancouver Canucks News / The Hockey Writers / April 26
Canucks News & Rumours: Willander, Tocchet, Garland, O’Connor & More

Canucks News & Rumours: Willander, Tocchet, Garland, O’Connor & More

At this time last year, fans were preparing for Game 3 between the Vancouver Canucks and Nashville Predators. Fast-forward 365 days, and those same fans

NHL News / House of Hockey / April 26
Legendary New York Rangers Insider Reveals Rick Tocchet's Next Team

Legendary New York Rangers Insider Reveals Rick Tocchet's Next Team

One of the longest serving NHL journalists in League history has revealed where current Vancouver Canucks head coach Rick Tocchet may be heading. What does the future hold for Vancouver Canucks head coach Rick Tocchet?

Rick Tocchet News / Last Word On Sports / April 26
Canucks, Contract, and The Coach: Rick Tocchet’s Future

Canucks, Contract, and The Coach: Rick Tocchet’s Future

On April 21, Canucks President of Hockey Operations, Jim Rutherford, updated media on contract extension talks with head coach Rick Tocchet. During his

Vancouver Canucks News / NHL Trade Talk / April 21
Canucks Decline Coach Option on Rick Tocchet, Make Huge Offer

Canucks Decline Coach Option on Rick Tocchet, Make Huge Offer

The Vancouver Canucks have officially declined to exercise the team option on head coach Rick Tocchet’s contract. Instead, the club has extended a new contract offer that would make Tocchet the highest-paid coach in Canucks history.

Vancouver Canucks News / Daily Faceoff / April 21
Canucks hope for decision on Rick Tocchet this week; won’t exercise team option

Canucks hope for decision on Rick Tocchet this week; won’t exercise team option

The Vancouver Canucks won’t bring back head coach Rick Tocchet unless he signs a new contract with the hockey club, President of Hockey Operations Jim Rutherford announced on Monday.  While the organization wants the 61-year-old head coach to return to the Canucks bench in 2025-26, they will not exercise their contract option for another season.

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