Too Good to Risk? Šilovs’ Rise Complicates Canucks’ Goalie Plans The Old Prof | June 4, 2025 The Vancouver Canucks find themselves with a good problem — too many viable NHL-caliber goaltenders. But “good” doesn’t mean “easy.” Artūrs Šilovs’ breakout performance in the American Hockey League playoffs…
Canucks’ Goalie Future Hinges on Demko Decision The Old Prof | June 1, 2025 The Vancouver Canucks have a crucial decision to make, and it centers in the crease. Goaltender Thatcher Demko, once seen as a franchise cornerstone, is entering the final year of…
4 NHL Backup Goalies Who Should Be Starters Eugene Helfrick | April 15, 2025 One can argue that the hardest position to properly fill in hockey is the role of backup goaltender. Not only do you need an NHL-caliber goalie who is able to perform…
Canucks Get Big Win With Kevin Lankinen Extension Lukas Bernasiewicz | February 22, 2025 While the entire hockey world relished in an incredible 4 Nations Face-Off that concluded on Thursday, the Vancouver Canucks quickly went back to business. The team signed goaltender Kevin Lankinen…
Likeliest 4 Nations Face-Off Final Matchups 4 Games In Ryan Szporer | February 16, 2025 The USA is already in the 4 Nations Face-Off final on Feb. 20. Which country between Canada, Finland and Sweden will join them?
Finland Rebounds to Beat Rival Sweden 4-3 in Overtime at 4 Nations Ryan Szporer | February 15, 2025 Mikael Granlund scored in overtime to lift Finland to a critical 4-3 win over rival Sweden at the 4 Nations Face-Off on Saturday.
5 Takeaways From Canucks’ 4 Games Since Miller & Pettersson Trades Matthew Zator | February 14, 2025 It’s been four games since the Vancouver Canucks shook up their roster and jettisoned J.T. Miller, Vincent Desharnais, Danton Heinen, and Erik Brannstrom, and added Filip Chytil, Victor Mancini, Marcus…
5 Canucks Who Could Be On the Move Before the Trade Deadline Matthew Zator | January 25, 2025 After winning the Pacific Division and hitting 50 wins for the third time in franchise history last season, I don’t think anyone thought the Vancouver Canucks would be in this…
NHL Rumors: Oilers, Islanders, Canucks, Blue Jackets Jim Parsons | January 21, 2025 In today’s NHL rumors rundown, reactions to the Connor McDavid suspension have been polarizing, with some analysts and fans calling for an appeal or for the Edmonton Oilers captain to…
Jim Rutherford’s Take on Canucks’ Struggles, Stars, and the Path Forward The Old Prof | December 16, 2024 In a revealing interview on After Hours, Vancouver Canucks president of hockey operations Jim Rutherford sat down with Scott Oake and Ray Ferraro to discuss the team’s recent struggles, key…
Blue Jackets Allow Five Unanswered Goals in Loss to Canucks Mark Scheig | December 7, 2024 The Columbus Blue Jackets were swept in Alberta and were looking to Shake It Off in British Columbia on Friday night. How did it end? It was not the love…
Thatcher Demko’s Return Brings Stability to Canucks Net for Remainder of the Season Lukas Bernasiewicz | December 6, 2024 At today’s morning skate, Vancouver Canucks head coach Rick Tocchet confirmed that goaltender Thatcher Demko will be returning to action as a backup for tonight’s game against the Columbus Blue…