David Kämpf Will Become Quiet Force for the Canucks
Every so often, you come across a player who never makes much noise but quietly earns respect shift by shift. That was David Kämpf for me during his time with…
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Canucks Notebook: Centre Search Ramps Up, Pettersson’s Ice Time, Injury Bug & More
The Vancouver Canucks head into Nashville tonight with a decent 4-3-0 record, but will be facing the same adversity they did in Pittsburgh without two of their top centres in…
Canucks’ Preseason Blueprint for Success Includes Depth and Demko
The NHL preseason often doesn’t get much respect. The games don’t count, the results vanish when the puck drops on opening night, and most veterans are just trying to stay…
What Happened to the Canucks “Whatever It Takes” for Centre Depth?
Heading into the offseason, the Vancouver Canucks were clear about their priorities. Management knew they needed help down the middle. After last year’s playoff exit, both Patrik Allvin and Jim…
J.T. Miller, Rick Tocchet, and a Canucks Breakup That Was Coming
When the Vancouver Canucks decided to trade J.T. Miller early this year, it wasn’t just about hockey—it had the feel of the end of a complicated and emotionally driven chapter…
Braeden Cootes Was the Perfect Pick for the Canucks at No. 15
The Vancouver Canucks didn’t have to overthink their first-round selection at the 2025 NHL Draft. When Braeden Cootes was still on the board at No. 15, general manager Patrik Allvin…
Peterka, Byram, and the 2C Puzzle: Inside the Canucks’ Offseason Plans
As the NHL’s off-season gains momentum, the Vancouver Canucks find themselves at another familiar crossroads — ambitious, tight on cap space, and facing a few key roster holes that need…
Don’t Dismiss Foote: He Might Be the New Voice the Canucks Need
The Vancouver Canucks made headlines this week by promoting Adam Foote to head coach—just the 22nd in franchise history. While the move was no surprise to those inside the organization,…
Allvin’s Remarks Put Canucks and Quinn Hughes in Awkward Spot
Vancouver Canucks general manager Patrik Allvin may have done more harm than good with his recent remarks to season ticket holders — especially when it comes to the future of…
NHL’s 5 Best General Managers for 2024-25
All successful NHL teams are built through a general manager’s (GM) vision. They must be confident and decisive, constantly making tough decisions for the betterment of their team. Today, the…