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Canucks History of Selecting 33rd Overall in the NHL Draft
The article reviews the Vancouver Canucks' history of selecting 33rd overall in the NHL draft, covering picks Leif Rohlin in 1988, Taylor Ellington in 2007, and Kole Lind in 2017, none of whom became impact NHL players. It also discusses the Canucks' hope that their 2026 pick at that slot will break the trend.
Canucks News & Rumours: Johnson, Sedins, Chytil & a Rebuild that Has a Direction
The Vancouver Canucks have finally embraced a full rebuild, moving away from quick fixes and giving Ryan Johnson and the Sedins a chance to build a contender. A healthy Filip Chytil could provide the team with valuable center depth, allowing other young players to develop at their own pace.
All the different goaltending scenarios that could come out of Canucks Training Camp 2026
The article explores multiple goaltending scenarios for the Vancouver Canucks' training camp, focusing on the health of Thatcher Demko and the roles of Kevin Lankinen and Nikita Tolopilo. It outlines various possibilities from a healthy Demko to injuries and trades, weighing the risks and benefits of each.
31 days, 31 questions: What should the Canucks be concerned about heading into 2026-27?
The article examines five key concerns for the Vancouver Canucks heading into the 2026-27 season, including generating enough five-on-five offense, the performance of Elias Pettersson, goaltending stability, penalty kill effectiveness, and overall team speed. The Canucks are in a rebuild after finishing last in the NHL in 2025-26.
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6 Players Who Always Dominate the Canucks
This article discusses six NHL players who have consistently performed well against the Vancouver Canucks, including Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, Patrick Kane, John Gibson, Tyler Toffoli, and Jordan Eberle. It highlights their statistical dominance and memorable performances against the Canucks in recent seasons.
Valter Sedin speaks on choosing soccer and his famous father
Valter Sedin, son of Canucks legend Henrik Sedin, has signed a professional contract with Whitecaps FC 2. The 19-year-old midfielder, who chose soccer over hockey, aims to earn a first-team contract with the Vancouver Whitecaps.
Canucks Senior Advisor Jim Rutherford inducted into Pittsburgh Penguins Hall of Fame
The Pittsburgh Penguins inducted Vancouver Canucks Senior Advisor Jim Rutherford into their Hall of Fame as part of the 2026 class. Rutherford, a former Penguins general manager, helped the team win consecutive Stanley Cups in 2016 and 2017.
PREVIEW: 'Caps look to get back on track in Western Conference tilt against FC Dallas, presented by Recycle BC | Watch on Apple TVHOW TO WATCH: Watch on Apple TV LISTEN: 730 CKNW, Connect FM 91.5 TICKETS: Limited tickets available HERE VANCOUVER, BC – Looking to get back on track. Vancouver Whitecaps FC (11W-4L-4D, 37 points) will aim to bounce back this Saturday, August 22 as they host Western Conference adversaries FC Dallas
Vancouver Whitecaps FC, sitting second in the Western Conference, host FC Dallas on Saturday seeking to rebound from recent results. The match is a rematch of their 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs series and has already sold over 23,000 tickets.
31 days, 31 questions: Is Filip Chytil best suited to play centre or wing?
This article examines whether Vancouver Canucks forward Filip Chytil is best suited to play centre or wing after a season disrupted by injuries. It analyzes his deployment in the previous season and the team's depth chart to discuss the optimal position for his health and performance.
Cities that Vancouver is competing with to land an MLB expansion team
Vancouver is competing with several U.S. cities to land an MLB expansion franchise, with a local ownership group recently formed to lead the bid. The city's chances are bolstered by MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred's positive remarks about Vancouver's viability, though a stadium site remains a key challenge.
Riley Patterson and Connor Davis Join Canucks Insider Podcast Talk Next Steps in Pro and NCAA HockeyAug 21, 2026
Canucks prospects Riley Patterson and Connor Davis discuss their upcoming seasons, with Patterson transitioning to pro hockey after a strong OHL season and Davis heading to the University of North Dakota. Both players talk about their development and what they look forward to.
Spectator Information: Playoff rematch vs. FC Dallas │ Match presented by Recycle BCVANCOUVER, BC – Vancouver Whitecaps FC face a playoff rematch against Western Conference rivals FC Dallas on Saturday, with the match presented by Recycle BC. Kickoff will be at 6:30 p.m. PT. Single match tickets are available at ticketmaster.ca/whitecaps. For all other ticket options, visit whitecapsfc.com/tickets. Below is important information
Vancouver Whitecaps FC host FC Dallas in a playoff rematch at BC Place on Saturday, August 22, 2026, with kickoff at 6:30 p.m. PT. The match, presented by Recycle BC, features various fan activities including a limited edition cup giveaway and a meet-and-greet with new player Sebastián Ramírez.
Vancouver Whitecaps star not a fan of new BC Place turf
Ryan Gauld criticized the newly installed turf at BC Place after the Vancouver Whitecaps' 1-0 loss to Houston Dynamo, citing difficulties with the surface. However, he emphasized that the turf was not an excuse and that the team must focus on their overall performance.
Canucks' Jim Rutherford gets big honour from his former team
Jim Rutherford was named to the Pittsburgh Penguins Hall of Fame alongside Marc-Andre Fleury and Larry Murphy. The honour highlights his tenure with the Penguins, where he helped build back-to-back Stanley Cup champions, while also reflecting on his roller-coaster legacy with the Vancouver Canucks.
Strong, physical leadership is part of the 2026-27 goals and expectations for Canucks’ Jamie Oleksiak
The article outlines expectations for Jamie Oleksiak as a veteran defenceman for the Canucks in 2026-27, focusing on his physical leadership and mentorship role. It projects a 10-15 point contribution while emphasizing his defensive stability and potential as a trade asset.
Henrik Sedin's teenage son signs with Vancouver Whitecaps organization
Valter Sedin, son of Vancouver Canucks legend Henrik Sedin, has signed a professional contract with the Vancouver Whitecaps FC 2 reserve club. The contract runs until June 2028, and Sedin has risen through the Whitecaps academy and recently represented Canada at the U20 level.
Henrik’s son Valter Sedin signs pro contract with Vancouver Whitecaps FC2
Valter Sedin, son of former Vancouver Canuck Henrik Sedin, has signed a professional contract with Vancouver Whitecaps FC2 through June 2028. The 19-year-old midfielder previously played in Sweden and helped Canada qualify for the 2027 FIFA U-20 World Cup.
Valter Sedin signing with Vancouver Whitecaps reserve team
The Vancouver Whitecaps are signing Valter Sedin, son of NHL legend Henrik Sedin, to their reserve team WFC2. Sedin, a 19-year-old central midfielder, previously played in Sweden and for Canada's U-20 team.
Ethan Wyttenbach reveals when he hopes to sign with Calgary Flames
Flames prospect Ethan Wyttenbach leads all NCAA scorers with 59 points and plans to play one more college season before signing with Calgary. The 2025 sixth round pick could join the Flames late in the 2026-27 season and is expected to play for the USA at the World Juniors.
Buck Martinez makes major announcement regarding his return to Toronto
Buck Martinez announced he is cancer-free and will be inducted into the Blue Jays Hall of Excellence on Aug. 29. The longtime broadcaster and former player plans to fill a Rogers Centre suite with family for the ceremony.
