Roger Neilson: Coaching Genius & Innovator
The late Roger Neilson will forever go down as one of the most unique coaches in NHL history. His style, personality, and willingness to do anything to gain an upper…
Category Archives: Canucks History
The Pump My Tires Quote That Ignited the Canucks’ 2011 Stanley Cup Final Collapse
If you were watching the 2011 Stanley Cup Final, you remember it wasn’t just a battle on the ice — it was a war of words, ego, and goaltending philosophy.…
Father. Son. Builders. How Steve and Jeff Tambellini Shaped the Modern NHL
In hockey, legacies are often built through grit, vision, and years of dedication. For the Tambellinis—Steve and Jeff—that legacy stretches across generations, continents, and levels of the game. From humble…
Canucks One-Hit Wonders: Ryan Kesler’s 41-Goal Season & Selke Trophy in 2010-11
Over their 55-year history, the Vancouver Canucks have had 782 players log at least one game with the franchise. Throughout that time, there have been many memorable seasons, singular moments,…
Cam Neely Trade Tree: Vancouver Canucks to Boston Bruins
Cam Neely is one of the most influential people in the Boston Bruins’ decision-making process today. However, it wasn’t so long ago that he was a member of the Vancouver…
White Towels and King Richard: The Underdog Magic of the 1982 Canucks
In 1982, hockey was treated to one of the most memorable playoff runs in NHL history. The Vancouver Canucks—underdogs by almost every measure—caught fire and made their way to the…
5 Former Canucks in 2025 Stanley Cup Final
The Vancouver Canucks did not make the playoffs this year, but fans could cheer for some former players that have made it through the grind of three rounds of the…
Today in Hockey History: May 9
Today’s history lesson is full of great Stanley Cup Playoff memories, including exciting overtime goals, huge offensive performances, and big-time goaltending. Plus, a Hall of Famer and favorite in Motown…
The Worst Teams in Stanley Cup Playoff History
This article was originally written in Jan. 2015. If you followed the 2015 NFL Playoffs, you know the NFC South champion Carolina Panthers moved on to the Divisional Round. A…
Today in Hockey History: March 27
One of the greatest defensemen to ever play in the National Hockey League had a handful of big moments on March 27. A legendary run began in Vancouver after a…