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Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / August 29
31 days, 31 questions: What are the chances Adam Novotný makes Canucks roster out of first NHL training camp?

31 days, 31 questions: What are the chances Adam Novotný makes Canucks roster out of first NHL training camp?

As they embark on their rebuild, the Vancouver Canucks have to be willing to carve a path for any and all young players who show promise. The likes of

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / August 7
Another year of growth is the goal and expectation for Tom Willander in 2026-27

Another year of growth is the goal and expectation for Tom Willander in 2026-27

Tom Willander’s rookie season with the Vancouver Canucks was full of ups and downs. That’s to be expected, though, for a young defenceman. The team was terrible, and the defensive environment on the ice was not conducive to success.  However, there were positives to take away from his first season.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / July 24
Did the Canucks do enough after trading Marcus Pettersson?

Did the Canucks do enough after trading Marcus Pettersson?

The Vancouver Canucks have already begun reworking their roster for the upcoming season and made a major move by trading Marcus Pettersson to the New York Rangers.

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The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

How many of the players to grace the cover of each EA NHL video game going back to 'NHL 2000?"

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NHL News / NHL Rumors / July 23
Tom Willander should be too high a price for Shane Wright for the Canucks

Tom Willander should be too high a price for Shane Wright for the Canucks

Sekeres and Price: Frank Corrado, when asked about the Seattle Kraken asking for Tom Willander from the Vancouver Canucks in a Shane Wright trade. That price may be too much for the Canucks.

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The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000

The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000

The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / July 23
Tom Willander should be too high a price for Shane Wright for the Canucks

Tom Willander should be too high a price for Shane Wright for the Canucks

Sekeres and Price: Frank Corrado, when asked about the Seattle Kraken asking for Tom Willander from the Vancouver Canucks in a Shane Wright trade. That price may be too much for the Canucks.

NHL News / Canucksarmy / June 11
Another round of expansion is coming, will the rebuilding Canucks be ready?

Another round of expansion is coming, will the rebuilding Canucks be ready?

Dread it, run from it, another expansion draft arrives, all the same. There has been speculation about the next round of NHL expansion ever since the last round concluded with the introduction of the Seattle Kraken.

Vancouver Canucks News / The Hockey Writers / May 5
Canucks News & Rumours: Douglas, Tolopilo & Willander’s Growing Pains and Growth

Canucks News & Rumours: Douglas, Tolopilo & Willander’s Growing Pains and Growth

There’s something about looking back at the Vancouver Canucks season and the new players who popped up along the way. Some parts of the roster stayed in the “figure it out and survive” phase.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / April 23
Canucks’ Tom Willander learned on the fly with heavy minutes in his rookie season: Year in Review

Canucks’ Tom Willander learned on the fly with heavy minutes in his rookie season: Year in Review

There’s a difference between breaking into the NHL and being relied upon once you get there. And through no fault of his own, Vancouver Canucks rookie Tom Willander may have been leaned on a bit too heavily.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / March 31
The Statsies: Tom Willander leads Canucks in xGF% in loss against Golden Knights

The Statsies: Tom Willander leads Canucks in xGF% in loss against Golden Knights

Talk about getting shut down. The Vancouver Canucks dropped a 4-2 decision to the Vegas Golden Knights. This loss was very much the inverse of the one against the Calgary Flames in terms of the numbers.

Vancouver Canucks News / The Hockey Writers / March 11
Canucks News & Rumours: Willander, Brimmer, Boudreau & Pettersson

Canucks News & Rumours: Willander, Brimmer, Boudreau & Pettersson

The Vancouver Canucks are in one of those seasons where every game feels like a test—both for the players and for the fans who have stuck around through the ups and downs.

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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.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / March 5
The Statsies: Pettersson-Willander pairing bounces back in Canucks’ loss to Canes

The Statsies: Pettersson-Willander pairing bounces back in Canucks’ loss to Canes

That was a fun loss! The Vancouver Canucks dropped a 6-4 decision to the Carolina Hurricanes. It seemed like a repeat of the Dallas game after the Canes scored four unanswered, but credit to the Canucks as they were able to somehow settle in and make this thing somewhat competitive.

Vancouver Canucks News / The Hockey Writers / February 16
Canucks Week Ahead: Pettersson, Willander, Olympics Update & More

Canucks Week Ahead: Pettersson, Willander, Olympics Update & More

The men’s hockey tournament at the 2026 Winter Olympics is in full swing, with the knockout rounds kicking off this week. The Vancouver Canucks sent seven players to Italy to compete for their countries, and while several will have their medal dreams dashed in a few days, their hopes remain alive for now.

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Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / February 13
Canucks’ Tom Willander showcasing growth both on and off the ice in strong rookie campaign

Canucks’ Tom Willander showcasing growth both on and off the ice in strong rookie campaign

The 2025-26 season has not gone as the Vancouver Canucks or their fans would have hoped, as the team sits with an 18-33-6 record, good for last place in the National Hockey League.

Vancouver Canucks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 27
Canucks recall top prospect Tom Willander

Canucks recall top prospect Tom Willander

Rick Dhaliwal of CHEK shared on Monday that the Vancouver Canucks are calling up top defensive prospect Tom Willander.

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Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / September 9, 2025
Tom Willander, Jonathan Lekkerimäki highlight Canucks 2025 Prospects Showcase Roster

Tom Willander, Jonathan Lekkerimäki highlight Canucks 2025 Prospects Showcase Roster

The Vancouver Canucks have officially released the 2025 Prospects Showcase Roster. Composed of 13 forwards, eight defencemen, and two goaltenders, the group will practice in Abbotsford this Thursday and Friday at 10:30 am PT.

Vancouver Canucks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 27, 2025
Canucks, prospect Tom Willander remain in contract dispute

Canucks, prospect Tom Willander remain in contract dispute

Vancouver Canucks prospect Tom Willander remains in contract limbo and is currently wondering what his future holds, per Cam Robinson of eliteprospects.com.

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