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10 stats that tell the Canucks’ story since the 4-Nations break

When the National Hockey League season was put on hold for the 4 Nations Face-Off on February 8th, the Vancouver Canucks were not only in a playoff position in the Western Conference, they were sitting comfortably above the playoff bar with a cushion.

Thatcher Demko News / Canucksarmy / April 3

The Statsies: Thatcher Demko’s worst start in a while comes in Canucks’ loss to Kraken

I’m tired boss. Editor’s note: Don’t worry, pizza party coming up soon. The Vancouver Canucks got shelled on their home ice, losing 5-0 to the Seattle Kraken as the final death knells to their playoff hopes sounded.

Rick Tocchet News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 3

Rick Tocchet makes ‘nervous’ admission after Canucks’ brutal loss to Kraken

The Vancouver Canucks face an uphill battle to make the Stanley Cup Playoffs and unfortunately, they took a step in the wrong direction on Wednesday night.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / April 3

Abby Canucks secure playoff berth with 11th straight win, defeat San Diego Gulls 6-3

The Abbotsford Canucks arrived in San Diego on Wednesday carrying a franchise-record 10-game win streak courtesy of their Bakersfield victory from the night before.

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / April 3

Kraken Drag Canucks To Playoff Depths

To call the Vancouver Canucks' season frustrating would be an understatement. After winning the Pacific Division last season, the Canucks have dramatically regressed this season, being either just in or just out of the playoff picture for most of the year.

Filip Chytil News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 3

Canucks get brutal Filip Chytil injury update amid fading playoff hopes

The Vancouver Canucks are fading away in the Western Conference playoff race, and they’ll most likely have to play the last seven games of their regular-season without forward Filip Chytil.

NHL News / Canucksarmy / April 3

Canucks appear out of gas in 5-0 loss to Kraken with playoff hopes fading

The Canucks started this game with some good jump, and after Conor Garland moved in on a 2-on-1 with Linus Karlsson, Jamie Oleksiak took the game’s first penalty early.

Sawyer Mynio News / Canucksarmy / April 2

Canucks prospect Sawyer Mynio named to CHL Team of the Month

The Canadian Hockey League — home to the Quebec, Ontario, and Western Leagues — honours the nation’s most outstanding players by naming monthly all-star teams.

Thatcher Demko News / Canucksarmy / April 2

Scenes from morning skate: Thatcher Demko starts for Canucks vs. Kraken

The Vancouver Canucks (34-27-13) hope to keep their slim playoff hopes alive when they open a three-game homestand against the Seattle Kraken (31-38-6).

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / April 2

Voting now open for the Canucks’ 2024-2025 team awards

Ahead of Wednesday nights contest against the Seattle Kraken, the Vancouver Canucks announced that fan voting for the 2024-2025 team awards are now open!

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / April 2

Why the NHL’s post-deadline roster restrictions may be limiting the Canucks’ options with young players

Vancouver Canucks head coach Rick Tocchet did not seem to take too kindly to the suggestion that Jonathan Lekkerimäki needed more ice-time. Speaking to the media on Tuesday, Tocchet went on a bit of a rant, stating: “The team is working hard and I don’t know where you want me to play him.

Vancouver Canucks News / Breakaway on SI / April 2

Canucks Forward Unlikely to Return This Season

The Vancouver Canucks are still pursuing a playoff berth, but their chances are fading with each passing days. They are seven points behind the Minnesota Wild for the final playoff spot in the Western Conference and have just eight games remaining.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / April 2

Abby Canucks set franchise record with 10th straight win, defeat Condors 2-1

The Abbotsford Canucks charged into Bakersfield on Tuesday with everything on the line—a franchise-record 10th straight win, a chance to match the AHL’s longest streak this season, and a shot at clinching a playoff berth.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / April 2

7 Canucks who will lose NHL waiver exemption at the end of the season

Every year, there’s at least a handful of names that hit the NHL waiver wire that come as a bit of a surprise to teams and fans alike. For the most part, young players are waiver exempt, allowing them to be sent down and called up freely from the NHL to the AHL.

Vancouver Canucks News / Athlon Sports / April 2

Canucks' Rick Tocchet Issues Serious Response to Elliotte Friedman Contract Report

Vancouver Canucks head coach Rick Tocchet could have his days numbered in Canada if only because his contract is set to end once the regular season is over.

NHL News / Field Level Media / April 1

Struggling Canucks desperate for win against Kraken

The Vancouver Canucks are essentially in must-win territory as they prepare to host the Seattle Kraken on Wednesday. With their playoff aspirations flickering, the Canucks (34-27-13, 81 points) return home outside of a playoff position and needing to vault a pair of teams to advance to the Stanley Cup chase.

Filip Chytil News / Canucksarmy / April 1

‘Odds are likely stacked against’ Filip Chytil returning for the Canucks this season

The bad news continues for the Vancouver Canucks on the injury front as they fight for the final Wild Card spot in the West. Speaking to media today, Canucks head coach Rick Tocchet said Filip Chytil has “good days and bad days” in his recovery from a concussion, and is considered unlikely to return to Vancouver’s lineup this season.

Vancouver Canucks News / Athlon Sports / April 1

Elliotte Friedman Reports Canucks' Decision on Head Coach

It's been just over two years since the Vancouver Canucks fired Bruce Boudreau midseason and hired Rick Tocchet straight off the "NHL On TNT" panel. In

Vancouver Canucks News / NHL Trade Talk / April 1

Canucks Make Offer to Coach: They Want Rick Tocchet to Stay

The Vancouver Canucks have made their stance on head coach Rick Tocchet abundantly clear: they want him to stay. As per NHL insider Elliotte Friedman, general manager Patrik Allvin and the organization are eager to extend Tocchet’s contract, but if an agreement isn’t reached, they will exercise their club option for the 2025-26 season.

Vancouver Canucks News / Athlon Sports / April 1

Canucks Head Coach's Future Depends on One Thing, Claims NHL Expert

Rick Tocchet's future as the head coach of the Vancouver Canucks will be decided by more than just contract terms, according to a couple of NHL insiders.

Vancouver Canucks News / Last Word On Sports / March 31

That’s (Almost) A Wrap on the Vancouver Canucks Season

The Vancouver Canucks season nears the end, not with a bang but a “Huh. Well, that wasn’t too bad. Considering everything.” Not the most inspiring words, perhaps, but they fit the 2024-25 season.

Vancouver Canucks News / The Hockey Writers / March 30

Canucks’ 2022 Draft Picks Could Be Big Part of Future Core

The Vancouver Canucks could be reaping the benefits of their 2022 Draft class in the next couple of seasons. Despite the rollercoaster and overall disappointing 2024-25 campaign, there are three prospects in the form of Jonathan Lekkerimaki, Elias Pettersson and Kirill Kudryavtsev that the organization can point to as positives to come out of it.

Vancouver Canucks News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 29

Canucks make decision on 24-year-old goaltender

Now that Thatcher Demko appears healthy, the Vancouver Canucks no longer needed three goalies on the roster.

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Thatcher Demko News / Daily Faceoff / March 27

Can Canucks’ Thatcher Demko still be a starting goalie in the NHL?

Injury challenges have hampered Thatcher Demko for much of the current campaign. But since returning from his latest ailment, the Vancouver Canucks goaltender has won back-to-back contests and showed the style of play that made him runner-up for the Vezina Trophy a year ago.