Vancouver Canucks News and Rumors

Canucks prospect Tom Willander speaks about contract stalemate

In case you haven’t heard, the Vancouver Canucks haven’t been able to get top defence prospect Tom Willander signed to an entry-level contract.   Drafted with the 11th overall pick of the 2023 NHL Entry Draft, Willander wrapped up his sophomore

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Published: 6 days ago

Rutherford says Hughes told him his phone was dead on day of Tocchet’s departure

Vancouver Canucks President of Hockey Operations Jim Rutherford joined John Shannon on his podcast, 100% Hockey, with an update regarding Quinn Hughes following Rick Tocchet’s departure:   “Yeah, and I didn’t even say hello to him when he call

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Published: 5 hours ago

Jim Rutherford pens end of season letter to Canucks fans

On Friday afternoon, Vancouver Canucks President of Hockey Operations Jim Rutherford released a letter to the fans after what was a grueling season.   Thank you, #Canucks fans. pic.twitter.com/Cl6c7IqfVc — Vancouver Canucks (@Canucks) May 2, 2025

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Published: 8 hours ago

NHL Rumors: Where Do The Vancouver Canucks Go From Here?

The rumors in the NHL are swirling as the Vancouver Canucks will look to get a new coach, but can they end the drama to make the coach stay.

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Published: 8 hours ago

Take Mike Sullivan and Jon Cooper off the list of names for Canucks’ next head coach

Take Mike Sullivan and Jon Cooper’s names off of the list of candidates to become the Vancouver Canucks’ next head coach.   Early Friday morning, the New York Rangers announced that they had hired Sullivan — who parted ways with the Pittsburgh

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Published: 11 hours ago

NHL Rumors: Where Do The Vancouver Canucks Go From Here?

The rumors in the NHL are swirling as the Vancouver Canucks will look to get a new coach, but can they end the drama to make the coach stay.

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Published: 11 hours ago

If the Canucks couldn’t make Tocchet stay, what do they have to offer to other NHL coaching candidates?

According to virtually all sources, the Vancouver Canucks pulled out all the stops when it came to attempting to extend head coach Rick Tocchet.   Their final offer was reported to be somewhere in the range of $5 million per year over a term of five

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Published: 12 hours ago

Canucks Notebook: Focus pivots to Pettersson after Tocchet bids farewell

VANCOUVER — Had he stayed as Vancouver Canucks coach, Rick Tocchet planned to visit Sweden this summer to spend time with Elias Pettersson in order to strengthen their relationship and set expectations for next season. Tocchet’s decision this wee

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Published: 14 hours ago

What’s going on with Tom Willander?: Canucks Conversation

On today’s episode of Canucks Conversation, David Quadrelli and Harman Dayal discussed the ongoing stalemate between the Vancouver Canucks and 2023 first-round pick Tom Willander, who has yet to sign his entry-level contract (ELC). Despite the orga

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Published: 1 day ago

Report: Rangers in advanced talks to hire Sullivan as head coach

The New York Rangers are in advanced talks to hire Mike Sullivan as head coach, sources told ESPN's Emily Kaplan.The contract is expected to be one of the most lucrative ever for an NHL head coach when finalized, reports Kaplan.Sullivan spent the las

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Published: 1 day ago

WDYTT: Your personal top offseason priority for the Canucks

Welcome back to WDYTT, the only hockey column on the internet that’s just as busy this week as it was last week.   Speaking of busyness, it’s already shaping up to be one of the busiest summers in franchise history for the Vancouver Canucks. Weâ

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Published: 1 day ago

2025 World Championship tracker: Canada names initial 15 players

The 2025 IIHF World Championship will take place May 9-25 in Denmark and Sweden. With the rosters beginning to take shape, we've compiled the notable names set to partake in the tournament.Canada 🇨🇦 Player Position Team Macklin C

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Published: 1 day ago

Report: Ducks interested in hiring Woodcroft, Carle, Sullivan

The Anaheim Ducks are casting a wide net for their coaching search.The club interviewed Jay Woodcroft, met with David Carle, and contacted Mike Sullivan, TSN's Pierre LeBrun reported.It was reported Saturday that the Ducks also interviewed Joel Quenn

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Published: 1 day ago