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Adam Kierszenblat
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Vancouver Canucks and WHL site editor for The Hockey News
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After scoring last night, Abbotsford #Canucks Arshdeep Bains is now three points away from becoming the all-time franchise points leader.
February 7, 2026 at 3:22 PM
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The Hockey News - #Canucks Site Predicts The 2026 Winter Olympics

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The Hockey News - Canucks Site Predicts The 2026 Winter Olympics
THN Canucks Site writers Adam Kierszenblat, Izzy Cheung, Kaja Antic, and Nicolleta Panos give their predictions for the 2026 Winter Olympics.
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February 7, 2026 at 2:11 PM
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After the Quinn Hughes trade, Rutherford said the #Canucks rebuild actually started two or three years ago. Using that timeline, this means the organization, or at least Rutherford believes that the rebuild started with the Bo Horvat trade, not the J.T. Miller trade.
February 7, 2026 at 11:43 AM
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5 Vancouver #Canucks Storylines At The 2026 Winter Olympics

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5 Vancouver Canucks Storylines At The 2026 Winter Olympics
How could the 2026 Winter Olympics impact the rest of the Canucks' 2025-26 season?
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February 6, 2026 at 6:01 PM
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#Canucks Extend Partnership With Abbotsford Through 2031

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Canucks Extend Partnership With Abbotsford Through 2031
The AHL Canucks will remain in Abbotsford through 2031.
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February 6, 2026 at 11:02 PM
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Current Vancouver #Canucks Under 25 Who Could Feature At The 2030 Winter Olympics
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Current Vancouver Canucks Under 25 Who Could Feature At The 2030 Winter Olympics
A way too early look at which Vancouver Canucks players and prospects could compete at the 2030 Winter Olympics.
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February 6, 2026 at 1:52 PM
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Was gonna joke that Jon Cooper and Paul Maurice might have to suit up for this Panthers vs Lightning game with all the players getting misconducts but Maurice has already been kicked out of the game.
February 6, 2026 at 3:11 AM
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Vancouver #Canucks At The 2026 Winter Olympics: Full Schedule
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Vancouver Canucks At The 2026 Winter Olympics: Full Schedule
A look at the schedule for each Vancouver Canucks player at the 2026 Winter Olympics.
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February 5, 2026 at 11:00 PM
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Abbotsford #Canucks Forward Ben Berard Headed To The 2026 AHL All-Star Classic
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Abbotsford Canucks Forward Ben Berard Headed To The 2026 AHL All-Star Classic
Ben Berard will replace Kirill Kudryavtsev, who is currently injured.
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February 5, 2026 at 10:00 PM
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Vancouver And BC’s Hockey Scene Is Well-Represented On Canada’s 2026 Winter Olympic Teams

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Vancouver And BC’s Hockey Scene Is Well-Represented On Canada’s 2026 Winter Olympic Teams
Here are six BC-based members of Team Canada who will represent their country at the 2026 Winter Olympics.
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February 5, 2026 at 7:02 PM
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#Canucks Re-Assign Three Players To The AHL During 2026 Olympic Break

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Canucks Re-Assign Three Players To The AHL During 2026 Olympic Break
Jonathan Lekkerimäki, Victor Mancini, and Nikita Tolopilo will join the Abbotsford Canucks during the 2026 Winter Olympic break.
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February 5, 2026 at 3:02 PM
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#Canucks Wins Above Replacement leaders at the Olympic Break:
Top 5:
Filip Hronek: 1.6
Nikita Tolopilo: 1.5
Linus Karlsson: 1.1
Thatcher Demko: 1
C Elias Pettersson: 0.6
Bottom 5:
Kevin Lankinen: -1.3
Tyler Myers: -1.2
Conor Garland: -0.8
Max Sasson: -0.8
D Elias Pettersson: -0.6
February 5, 2026 at 6:17 PM
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#Canucks Enter 2026 Olympic Break After 5–2 Loss To The Vegas Golden Knights

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Canucks Enter 2026 Olympic Break After 5–2 Loss To The Vegas Golden Knights
After a 5-2 loss to the Golden Knights, the Canucks will enter the 2026 Olympic break with a record of 18-33-6.
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February 5, 2026 at 6:03 AM
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This is less than ideal defensive structure from the #Canucks
February 5, 2026 at 5:16 AM
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#Canucks Kierszenstat of the Game:
Pierre-Olivier Joseph becomes the third defenceman who was drafted in 2017 to score a goal for Vancouver. He joins Erik Brännström (3) and Jack Rathbone (2).
February 5, 2026 at 4:51 AM
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Elias Pettersson gets the #Canucks on the board
February 5, 2026 at 4:18 AM
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From an on-ice perspective, there is a good chance McKenna does not play another game this season. Even if a judge gives him something like probation and community service, it is hard to imagine the NCAA won't suspend him.
February 5, 2026 at 1:06 AM
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#Canucks Center Elias Pettersson Closing In On Single-Season Franchise Record
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Canucks Center Elias Pettersson Closing In On Single-Season Franchise Record
Elias Pettersson could soon find his name in the Vancouver Canucks' record book.
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February 5, 2026 at 12:30 AM
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'Gavin McKenna Facing Felony Charge After Incident On January 31'
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Gavin McKenna Facing Felony Charge After Incident On January 31
McKenna faces up to 20 years in prison if found guilty.
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February 4, 2026 at 10:04 PM
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#Canucks did not make any trades before the noon PT deadline today. To quote Jim Benning, one could say they "ran out of time" before the freeze hit.
February 4, 2026 at 9:37 PM
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#Canucks Do Not Make Any Additional Trades Ahead Of The 2026 Olympic Roster Freeze
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Canucks Do Not Make Any Additional Trades Ahead Of The 2026 Olympic Roster Freeze
NHL teams can not make any trades until after the 2026 Winter Olympics.
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February 4, 2026 at 8:12 PM
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Vancouver #Canucks Gameday Preview #57: Dueling With The Golden Knights In The Final Game Before The Break

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Vancouver Canucks Gameday Preview #57: Dueling With The Golden Knights In The Final Game Before The Break
The Vancouver Canucks will play the Vegas Golden Knights tonight in their final game before the 2026 Winter Olympic break.
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February 4, 2026 at 2:02 PM
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The #Canucks have played 56 games this season. That is the same total as the 2020-21 bubble season:
2020-21: 23-29-4, 50 points
2025-26: 18-32-6, 42 points
February 4, 2026 at 5:09 AM
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There should not be penalties in the NFL Pro Bowl when it's a flag football game.
February 4, 2026 at 1:52 AM
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nsider Lists #Canucks Assistant General Manager As Potential Option For Predators Open General Manager Job
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Insider Lists Canucks Assistant General Manager As Potential Option For Predators Open General Manager Job
Elliotte Friedman mentioned Ryan Johnson as a potential replacement for Barry Trotz.
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February 4, 2026 at 1:30 AM