Vancouver Canucks News and Rumors

Canucks’ Elias Pettersson, the defenceman, is quickly establishing himself as a viable call-up option

Gone are the days of Vancouver relying solely on seasoned AHL veterans and recycled journeymen to fill the necessary holes in their lineup. This season, a new wave of talent has emerged—young, hungry players who are finally ready to contribute valu

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Published: 1 month ago

‘Anything is a possibility’: Tocchet on how soon Miller could return

Vancouver Canucks head coach Rick Tocchet says J.T. Miller is doing great on the ice after returning to practice earlier this week and says he’s close to be game ready.

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Published: 3 weeks ago

Bieksa tells hilarious story of Kesler throwing a steak knife at Eddie Lack at Canucks’ rookie party

Apparently, Ryan Kesler did not take too kindly to a joke that Eddie Lack told at a Vancouver Canucks‘ rookie party. Former Canucks defenceman and current Hockey Night in Canada co-host Kevin Bieksa joined the Empty Netters’ podcast last week�

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Published: 3 weeks ago

‘I felt better as the game went along’: Canucks’ Demko reflects on his return to the lineup

The Vancouver Canucks had their Vezina runner-up goaltender Thatcher Demko back in the starters crease on Tuesday night against the St. Louis Blues. While it was a losing effort, it looked like the Demko Canucks fans are used to seeing. The San Di

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Published: 3 weeks ago

The Statsies: Tyler Myers leads the way in CF% and xGF% in Canucks’ loss vs. Blues

Could the Canucks play every single game on the road from now on? #Canucks have just 4 wins (4-6-4) in 14 games at Rogers Arena this season. They're one of the worst home-ice teams in the NHL. — Rob Williams (@RobTheHockeyGuy) December 11, 2024

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Published: 3 weeks ago

Canucks’ Boeser looking for eight years, north of $8 million AAV on next deal: report

Brock Boeser is looking to cash in, and whether that’s with the Vancouver Canucks or another NHL team remains to be seen. According to a report from Sportsnet’s Nick Kypreos, the Canucks’ winger is looking for an eight-year contract north of

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Published: 3 weeks ago

How should the Canucks’ lines look when JT Miller returns?

In a bit of both good and long awaited news, JT Miller returns to full practice with the Vancouver Canucks as of Wednesday, December 11, 2024. Miller’s appearance at practice no doubt comes with a return to game action, and Wednesday’s practic

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Published: 3 weeks ago

Demko Frustrated in Canucks Return, Shrugs Off Equipment Talk

The post Demko Frustrated in Canucks Return, Shrugs Off Equipment Talk appeared first on NHL Trade Talk. Goalie Thatcher Demko finally made his season debut for the Vancouver Canucks. How did the game go for him? How did he feel afterwards? The post

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Published: 3 weeks ago

Demko 'felt rusty' in return to action

Vancouver Canucks goaltender Thatcher Demko took as much time as he needed to get healthy enough to return to the crease, but the star netminder requires more reps to get up to game speed after losing his season debut on Tuesday night."Yeah, I mean,

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Published: 3 weeks ago

Canucks Coffee: How Quinn Hughes is brewing rare back-to-back Norris Trophy consideration

'He's impressive every night and has obviously taken another step this year. Probably one of the top two or three players in the league.' — Conor Garland on Quinn Hughes

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Published: 3 weeks ago

The Stanchies: Stop asking Rick Tocchet about Elias Pettersson

The Vancouver Canucks managed to snag a point in a 4-3 overtime loss to the St. Louis Blues, which I guess is good? It’s like going to the Christmas Market and finding a good parking spot? Like, that’s nice you parked so close to the venue but

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Published: 3 weeks ago

NHL Highlights: Blues 4, Canucks 3 (OT)

Robert Thomas had a three-point night including assisting on Dylan Holloway’s OT-winner as the St. Louis Blues edged the Vancouver Canucks 4-3.

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Published: 3 weeks ago

Blues Spoil Demko’s Return, Defeat Canucks 4-3 in Overtime

The Vancouver Canucks (14-8-5) finally had their starter Thatcher Demko back between the pipes as they took on the St. Louis Blues (14-13-2) for the first time this season. The…

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Published: 3 weeks ago