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James Sneddon

James is a graduate of the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT), where he studied Broadcasting in the hope of becoming a sports reporter. He coincided his studies with a part-time job at Rogers Place and saw many memorable moments for the Edmonton Oilers. James currently runs his own YouTube channel and its website, both called From The Anvil. He post regular content about West Ham United - his favourite soccer team - and has appeared on many soccer podcasts. He covers the Vancouver Canucks for The Hockey Writers.

Canucks: 3 Most Notable Indigenous Players

James Sneddon | May 19, 2023

The Vancouver Canucks have used the month of March to honour different cultural celebrations, hosting special events at Rogers Arena before games. Lunar New Year, Pride Night and International Women’s…

Categories Archives, Canucks History, Hockey History

Tyson Kozak – 2021 NHL Draft Prospect Profile

James Sneddon | June 22, 2021

Tyson Kozak 2020-21 Team: Portland WinterhawksDate of Birth: Dec. 29, 2002Place of Birth: Souris, MB, CanadaHt: 5-foot-11 Wt: 161 poundsShoots: LeftPosition: CNHL Draft Eligibility: 2021 first-year eligible Rankings NHL Central…

Categories NHL Entry Draft, NHL Prospects

Albert Sjöberg – 2021 NHL Draft Prospect Profile

James Sneddon | June 16, 2021

Albert Sjöberg 2020-21 Team: Södertälje SKDate of Birth: March 19, 2003Place of Birth: Stockholm, Sweden Ht: 6-foot-0 Wt: 174 poundsShoots: RightPosition: RW/LWNHL Draft Eligibility: 2021 first-year eligible Rankings NHL Central…

Categories NHL Entry Draft, NHL Prospects, Player Profiles

Cameron Whynot – 2021 NHL Draft Prospect Profile

James Sneddon | May 28, 2021

Cameron Whynot 2020-21 Team: Halifax MooseheadsDate of Birth: May 5, 2003Place of Birth: Kentville, NS, CanadaHt: 6-foot-1 Wt: 185 poundsShoots: LeftPosition: DNHL Draft Eligibility: 2021 first-year eligible Rankings NHL Central…

Categories NHL Entry Draft, NHL Prospects, Player Profiles

Ville Koivunen – 2021 NHL Draft Prospect Profile

James Sneddon | May 26, 2021

Ville Koivunen 2020-21 Team: Kärpät Date of Birth: Jun. 13, 2003Place of Birth: Oulu, FinlandHt: 6-foot Wt: 165 poundsShoots: LeftPosition: LW/RWNHL Draft Eligibility: 2021 first-year eligible Rankings NHL Central Scouting:…

Categories NHL Entry Draft

Ethan Straky – 2021 NHL Draft Prospect Profile

James Sneddon | May 24, 2021

Ethan Straky 2020-21 Team: USNTDPDate of Birth: April 18, 2003Place of Birth: Walnut Creek, CA, USAHt: 5-foot-11 Wt: 174 poundsShoots: RightPosition: DNHL Draft Eligibility: 2021 first-year eligible Rankings Ethan Straky…

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Joe Vrbetic – 2021 NHL Draft Prospect Profile

James Sneddon | May 18, 2021

Joe Vrbetic 2020-21 Team: North Bay BattalionDate of Birth: Oct. 24, 2002Place of Birth: Dunvegan, ON, CanadaHt: 6-foot-6 Wt: 181 poundsShoots: LeftPosition: GNHL Draft Eligibility: 2021 first-year eligible Rankings NHL…

Categories NHL Entry Draft, NHL Prospects

Canucks Defensive Errors To Blame For Poor Season

James Sneddon | May 10, 2021

The Vancouver Canucks have had a difficult season on and off the ice. The recent COVID-19 outbreak forced the team to push back many of its games while players and…

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Tyler Boucher – 2021 NHL Draft Prospect Profile

James Sneddon | May 3, 2021

Tyler Boucher 2020-21 Team: USNTDPDate of Birth: Jan. 16, 2003Place of Birth: Haddonfield, NJ, USAHt: 6-foot-1 Wt: 201 poundsShoots: RightPosition: FNHL Draft Eligibility: 2021 first-year eligible Rankings NHL Central Scouting:…

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William Strömgren – 2021 NHL Draft Prospect Profile

James Sneddon | April 23, 2021

William Strömgren 2020-21 Team: Modo HockeyDate of Birth: Jun. 7, 2002Place of Birth: Örnsköldvisk, SwedenHt: 6-foot-3 Wt: 176 poundsShoots: LeftPosition: LWNHL Draft Eligibility: 2021 first-year eligible Rankings NHL Central Scouting:…

Categories NHL Entry Draft, NHL Prospects, Player Profiles

Owen Murray – 2021 Draft Prospect Profile

James Sneddon | April 22, 2021

Owen Murray 2020-21 Team: Green Bay GamblersDate of Birth: Dec. 1, 2002Place of Birth: Decker, MB, CanadaHt: 5-foot-10 Wt: 181 poundsShoots: RightPosition: DNHL Draft Eligibility: 2021 first-year eligible Rankings NHL…

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Madison Bowey: 4 Things To Know About Vancouver’s Newest Player

James Sneddon | April 21, 2021

The Vancouver Canucks have traded a fourth-round pick to the Chicago Blackhawks in exchange for defenseman Madison Bowey. Bowey is one of two Blackhawks players to go to Vancouver before…

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