Vancouver Canucks News & Stories
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Mon, 15:132026 NHL DraftScouting reports on 16 surprise picks at the 2026 NHL Draft
Connor Davis, Tyler Deakos, Finn Kearns, and more highlight 16 surprise picks at the 2026 NHL Draft.
Sat, 21:512026 NHL DraftElite Prospects 2026 NHL Draft Grades
A team-by-team look at how all 32 NHL teams fared at the 2026 NHL Draft..jpg)
Fri, 13:072026 NHL DraftSmoke, buzz, and intel: What we’re hearing ahead of the 2026 NHL Draft
It’s NHL Draft day! Here’s what we’re hearing in terms of picks, trades, and more.
Wed, 13:552026 NHL DraftFive bold predictions for the 2026 NHL Draft
The week leading up to the draft is one of the most interesting parts of the NHL season...
Mar 27th, 18:26NHL
Elite Prospects' 2026 U23 NHL organizational ranking
After breaking down the top-100 under-23 skaters and top-25 under-23 goaltenders, it's time to look at which NHL teams have the best crops of talent in that demographic.
Mar 25th, 16:13NHLElite Prospects' 2026 top 25 under-23 NHL-affiliated goalies ranking
Our U23 series continues with the top 25 ranked goaltenders.
Mar 24th, 18:05NHLElite Prospects' 2026 top 100 under-23 NHL-affiliated skaters ranking
Our U23 ranking series returns, starting with the top 100 skaters.
Mar 18th, 15:31NHLRe-ranking the 2021 NHL Draft class five years later
How does the 2021 NHL Draft class look half a decade later, and what lessons have been learned?
Feb 11th, 16:00NHLRanking the NHL's top 12 rookie defencemen at the halfway mark of the season
First came the forwards, but how are this year's NHL rookie defencemen performing?
Feb 9th, 16:30NCAAMartone makes his mark as CHL additions fuel Michigan-Michigan State heavyweight clash
The Big Ten heavyweights split the weekend series in a battle of the No. 1 and No. 2-ranked teams in the country.
Feb 6th, 19:12NHL Prospect ReportGoalies Stock Watch: George, Lacelle making the most of opportunities with new teams
From saves to scoring goals, it's been an eventful last two months for goalies around the world.
Feb 4th, 17:45NHLRanking the NHL's top 20 rookie forwards at the halfway mark of the season
The NHL's 2025-26 rookie class looks like one of the best in recent memory.
Feb 3rd, 15:48NHL Prospect ReportWHL Stock Watch: Bryce Pickford's record-setting campaign
Bryce Pickford's incredible season, Markus Ruck's breakout, and more in this month's WHL Stock Watch.
2025-12-13, 14:56NHLHow Buium, Rossi, and Öhgren impact Canucks' future after Quinn Hughes trade
David St-Louis breaks down the Canucks' big return for Quinn Hughes, as the rebuild begins in Vancouver.
2025-10-03, 13:47NHL ProspectsWhy Braeden Cootes could make the Vancouver Canucks' opening night roster
Braeden Cootes' impressive preseason may have earned him an NHL spot to start the season, writes David St-Louis.
2025-09-24, 16:23NHLElite Prospects top 30 defencemen going into the 2025-26 NHL season
JFresh breaks down the top-30 defenders for this upcoming season.
2025-09-03, 13:29Prospect Pool RankingsElite Prospects 2025 NHL Prospect Pool Rankings: No. 20-ranked Vancouver Canucks
The Vancouver Canucks’ check in at No. 20 on the Elite Prospects Prospect Pool Rankings
2025-08-20, 13:48NHL ProspectsRanking the NHL's top 100 affiliated prospects ahead of the 2025-26 season
With another summer nearing its end, it's time for our top 100 NHL-affiliated prospect rankings.
2025-07-04, 16:10NHLWinner and losers in NHL Free Agency
It's not always fair to pick winners and losers on July 3, but there are some trends that just jump out at you.
2025-06-29, 00:022025 NHL DraftElite Prospects' 2025 NHL Draft Grades
Daniel Gee, David St-Louis, and Mitchell Brown break down how every team performed at the draft.
2025-06-24, 14:48NHLElite Prospects transaction grades for the 2025 offseason
Don't you just love a grade, on a signing or a trade?
2025-06-07, 16:00NHLWhat We're Hearing: Draft Combine Buzz and Trade Market Rumblings
On the scene in Buffalo for the Draft Combine, Cam Robinson shares some of the news and rumours that are swirling around.
2025-05-14, 17:54NHLVancouver Canucks send a clear message by hiring Adam Foote
That message is, "Quinn, please stay. Please Quinn. Please. Pretty please."
2025-04-30, 14:37NHLAs Rick Tocchet and the Vancouver Canucks part ways, what comes next for both?
Who will want to take the Vancouver Canucks job now, and who will want to hire the guy who couldn't pull them out of the mire?
2025-04-26, 15:43NHLTom Willander Caught in Limbo as Contract Dispute with Vancouver Canucks Drags On
Amid a contract stalemate, Tom Willander spoke with Elite Prospects' Director of Content, Cam Robinson, about his season, the current contract talks, and what lies ahead.
2025-04-22, 02:31NHLThe NHL Coaching Carousel: Who's out, and who's next?
Five teams are currently on the lookout for a new coach. Who will they target, and will any other teams join them?
2025-04-15, 12:35NHLWhat We Learned: This Vancouver Canucks era has to end
Some people don't want to let go of this era of Canucks hockey. Why?
2025-04-02, 20:44NHLNCAA Signing Season: What we're hearing on top NHL prospects and their future plans
Cam Robinson breaks down what we've been hearing about NCAA signings.
2025-03-22, 16:14NHL ProspectsElite Prospects' 2025 under-23 organizational ranking
After breaking down the top-100 under-23 players on the planet, it's time to look at which NHL teams have the best crops of talent in that demographic.
2025-03-19, 12:38NHLElite Prospects' 2025 Top 100 Under-23 Skaters Ranking
Ranking the hockey's best young talent: Who stands out, who’s rising, and what it means for the future.
2025-03-07, 00:34NHLREPORT: Vancouver Canucks listening on Elias Pettersson ahead of NHL Trade Deadline
Wtih mere hours left before the trade deadline, Cam Robinson reports that the Vancouver Canucks are once again listening to trade offers on Elias Pettersson.
2025-03-06, 17:10Fantasy HockeyFantasy Hockey Lens: How the Trade Deadline may impact your squad
The trade deadline is 24 hours away, and Michael Clifford has a look at how it could impact your fantasy roster.
2025-02-28, 18:09NHLCam Robinson's 2024-25 Trade Bait Big Board 3.0
The NHL Trade Deadline is one week away. Cam Robinson shares what he's hearing ahead of what should be a busy week of action.
2025-02-28, 13:41NHLHow are Vancouver Canucks top prospects faring in the AHL?
David St-Louis breaks down things have gone for the Canucks top prospects in the AHL.
2025-02-18, 18:13NHL 4 NationsQuinn Hughes is on his way to 4 Nations Face Off
You better watch out. You better not cry. Better not pout, I'm telling you why. Quinn Hughes is coming to town.
2025-02-03, 13:39NHLElite Prospects Trade Grades for the 2024-25 trade deadline
Our promise to you: No pre-deadline trade, no matter how big or small, will be graded.
2025-02-01, 14:09NHLThe Vancouver Canucks finally traded JT Miller
You knew it was coming, you just didn't know when. Maybe not so much the second one, though.- 2025-01-31, 13:52NHL
Cam Robinson's 2024-25 Trade Bait Big Board 2.0
With the NHL trade deadline less than a month away, Cam Robinson provides his top trade targets with sourced intel on expected returns and potential fits. 
2025-01-20, 19:29NHLWhat is J.T. Miller worth on the trade market?
Cam Robinson connected with executives, agents, and scouts to get a rough estimate of what J.T. Miller's value could be on the trade market.
2025-01-14, 19:13NHLBreaking down the top candidates for the Hart Trophy
Who have been the 10 most valuable players in the NHL so far this season?
2025-01-08, 14:21NHLBreaking down the top candidates for the Norris Trophy
Who has been the NHL's best defenseman midway through the season?
2024-12-16, 22:23NHLWhat We Learned: Win or lose, Canucks have become must-watch
Things could go really right or really wrong for the Canucks for the rest of the season. Can't wait to find out which.
2024-12-07, 16:40NHLPower Feelings: Ring-a-Ding-Ding!
To the tune of that "Flashdance" song: Power Feelings.
2024-12-02, 19:24NHLWhat We Learned: The New York Rangers at a crossroads
The Rangers' problems are self-inflicted and maybe not fixable.
2024-12-02, 00:24Fantasy HockeyFantasy Hockey Focus: Mining the waiver wire (Week 9)
Cam Robinson has brought his pickaxe and shovel to work to help you mine some gems from the fantasy hockey waiver wire.
2024-11-24, 18:35Fantasy HockeyFantasy Hockey Focus: Mining the Waiver Wire (Week 8)
Cam Robinson returns for another excursion down the waiver wire to unearth some gems for your fantasy squads.
2024-11-18, 01:40Fantasy HockeyFantasy Hockey Focus: Mining the Waiver Wire (Week 7)
Cam Robinson is back again to provide a bevy of options to satisfy your waiver wire needs.
2024-11-11, 19:00Fantasy HockeyFantasy Focus: Mining the Waiver Wire (Week 6)
Michael Clifford takes a swing around the waiver wire to unearth some gems heading into Week 6 of the fantasy hockey schedule.
