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NHL Announces Punishment for Canucks Player After Connor McDavid Incident

Vancouver Canucks defenseman Tyler Myers found himself in the eye of the NHL after spearing Edmonton Oilers superstar Connor McDavid during Saturday's matchup.

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What is the threshold for Braeden Cootes to stay up with the Vancouver Canucks this season?

Braeden Cootes already beat the odds in cracking the Vancouver Canucks roster – very unexpectedly, we might add – as an 18-year-old fresh out of the 2025 NHL Entry Draft.

Quinn Hughes News / Breakaway on SI / October 13

Canucks Defenseman Makes Team History

For the Vancouver Canucks, losing to the Edmonton Oilers on Saturday night was not exactly the best feeling in the world as they got heavily outplayed.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 12

Laid-back Canucks must "push a little harder" against Blues

The Vancouver Canucks will try to get back on the attack Monday night when they return home to host the St. Louis Blues. The Canucks were outshot 37-15 during their 3-1 road loss to the Edmonton Oilers on Saturday.

Pittsburgh Penguins News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Maurice Richard Trophy winners' quiz

How many of the Maurice Richard trophy winners since the award was first given out in 1998-99 can you name in five minutes?

The 'NHL all-time goals leaders' quiz

The 'NHL 1,600 point club' quiz

The 'Team Canada 2025 Four Nations Face-Off roster' quiz

Thatcher Demko News / Canucksarmy / October 12

3 Canucks Stars of the Week: Thatcher Demko is back in full force

Welcome back to Stars of the Week at CanucksArmy ! Every week, we’ll be bringing you our Top Three best and brightest performers on the Vancouver Canucks that week.

NHL News / Yardbarker

The 20 NHL players under the most pressure for the 2025-26 season

Some players certainly face more pressure than most, and of course inherently some players are facing the most pressure.

Maple Leafs making the right call with major roster decision

How long is Steve Yzerman's leash with the Detroit Red Wings?

Matthew Schaefer impressed in his NHL debut with Islanders

One rookie to watch on all 32 NHL teams in 2025-26

Best hockey line nicknames of all time

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / October 12

Hughes and Foote frustrated after Canucks squander marvellous performance from Thatcher Demko

There was one bright spot in the Vancouver Canucks‘ Saturday night loss to the Edmonton Oilers, and his name is Thatcher Demko. The Canucks lost by a final score of 3-1, but it could have been so much worse.

Evander Kane News / The Hockey Writers / October 12

Evander Kane’s Second Act: Can the Canucks Unlock His Leadership Potential?

When the Vancouver Canucks acquired Evander Kane this summer, many raised an eyebrow. A hometown kid returning in the twilight of his career — for some, it felt like a gamble.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / October 12

NHL fines Canucks’ Tyler Myers $2,500 for slashing Connor McDavid

The National Hockey League has fined Vancouver Canucks defenceman $2,500 for slashing Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid. The league’s Department of Player Safety announced the disciplinary action against Myers on Sunday morning.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 12

NHL fines Canucks' Tyler Myers, Mammoth's Ian Cole

The NHL announced a pair of $2,500 fines on Sunday to Tyler Myers of the Vancouver Canucks and fellow defenseman Ian Cole of the Utah Mammoth. Myers, 35, was disciplined for slashing Edmonton Oilers superstar captain Connor McDavid during Saturday's 3-1 loss.

Thatcher Demko News / Canucksarmy / October 12

The Statsies: Thatcher Demko once again shines in Canucks loss

That was not a fun watch. The Vancouver Canucks lost 3-1 on the road to the Edmonton Oilers, in a game where the scoreline flattered them dramatically.

Quinn Hughes News / Athlon Sports / October 12

Canucks' Quinn Hughes Sets Franchise Record in Saturday's Loss vs. Oilers

Quinn Hughes reached a major milestone on Saturday night, even as the Vancouver Canucks came up short against the Edmonton Oilers. The 25-year-old blueliner became the franchise’s all-time leader in points scored by a defenseman with an assist on Brock Boeser’s third-period goal in a 3–1 loss.

Quinn Hughes News / Daily Faceoff / October 12

Quinn Hughes becomes Canucks all-time points leader for defensemen

Vancouver Canucks’ captain Quinn Hughes made history Saturday night, becoming the all-time franchise leader for points by a defenseman. Hughes reached the milestone after assisting on Brock Boeser’s third period goal against the Edmonton Oilers, recording his 410th career point and passing Alex Elder on the all-time list.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / October 12

Tyler Myers obliterates Trent Frederic with awesome hit, Canucks lose 3-1

The Canucks’ hit the road for their first of four on the season against the Edmonton Oilers. Unlike their season opener, the Canucks did not face a 24-year-old sophomore goalie playing on back-to-back nights.

Quinn Hughes News / Canucksarmy / October 12

Quinn Hughes breaks Canucks defenceman all-time scoring record

It’s official. Quinn Hughes is etched in the Vancouver Canucks history books as he broke the franchise record for points by a defenceman on Thursday night against the Calgary Flames.