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The Vancouver Canucks season has ended and now all eyes are focused on next season. But first, they have some offseason decisions ahead of them. Will they re-sign their free agents, Brock Boeser, Pius Suter or Derek Forbort?

Vancouver Canucks News / The Hockey Writers / April 19

Canucks News & Rumours: Demko, Pettersson, Tocchet, Boeser & More

In this edition of the Vancouver Canucks News and Rumours, the Canucks held their end-of-season media availability on Friday at Rogers Arena, with all the players commenting on the disappointing campaign that had them finish outside the playoffs.

NHL News / Blade of Steel / April 19

Elias Pettersson Shares True Thoughts on JT Miller in Exit Interview

The Vancouver Canucks and New York Rangers have a couple of things in common this season. Both clubs won their division last year and had high expectations coming into this season, but both failed to even make the playoffs.

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Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / April 19

‘We kind of let the noise creep in’: Boeser and Hughes reflect on 24-25 Canucks’ shortcomings

By now, you’ve heard that it was a disappointing 2024-25 NHL season for the Vancouver Canucks. After taking the league by storm in 2023-24 en route to

Vancouver Canucks News / NHL Rumors / April 19

Vancouver Canucks, Brock Boeser remain far apart in talks

Rob Simpson of Vancouver Hockey Insider: A source said that the last time the Vancouver Canucks and Brock Boeser’s camp spoke, the sides were far apart on a deal.

Thatcher Demko News / NHL Trade Talk / April 19

If Demko Wants to 'Get Extension Done' He’ll Need to Take Less

Thatcher Demko’s comments about wanting to remain a Vancouver Canuck are a positive sign for a franchise now searching for answers after a disappointing season.

Vancouver Canucks News / Breakaway on SI / April 19

Canucks Coach Puts Struggling Star on Notice

This season was a trying one for the Vancouver Canucks, and especially their supposed top forward in Elias Pettersson. Pettersson, 26, had a paltry 45 points (15 goals, 30 assists) in 64 games, the lowest season total in his career except for when he played just 26 games in 2020-21.

Vancouver Canucks News / Breakaway on SI / April 19

Canucks Ready to Make HC Massive Offer

With the Vancouver Canucks season reaching a very unceremonious ending, many questions have started to be asked about the future of the team. Many of those questions have been surrounding Canucks head coach Rick Tocchet and what might be next for him.

Vancouver Canucks News / Canucksarmy / April 19

Canucks: Dakota Joshua doesn’t want sympathy, he wants to play better

By any measure, Dakota Joshua had every reason to hit pause this season. A summer cancer diagnosis, major surgery, and the kind of mental weight that would rattle anyone — all and any of it could’ve been a justifiable excuse for a slow year.

Jake Debrusk News / Last Word On Sports / April 19

Goals That Canucks Jake DeBrusk Can Build on in 2025–26

In his first season as a member of the Vancouver Canucks, Jake DeBrusk scored a career-high of 28 goals in 82 games played. This total made him the team’s goal scoring leader this season, followed closely by Brock Boeser and Pius Suter (25).

Vancouver Canucks News / Athlon Sports / April 19

'There's A Process You Have To Go Through': Rick Tocchet Speaks On Uncertain Future With Vancouver Canucks Amid Playoff Exit

The Vancouver Canucks have dealt with a lot of drama during the 2024-25 NHL season. But as they look to put their disappointing year in the past, they must decide their future at the head coaching position. Head coach Rick Tocchet addressed reporters on Friday to speak about the team's season, which resulted in a 38-30-14 record.

Rick Tocchet News / Athlon Sports / April 19

Canucks' Rick Tocchet Makes Strong Statement on Job Future

Vancouver Canucks head coach Rick Tocchet doesn’t know if he’ll be back behind the franchise's bench next season with his deal set to expire at the end of June.

Vancouver Canucks News / Athlon Sports / April 19

Canucks' Coach Reveals 'Uncomfortable' Truth Behind Internal Issues

The Vancouver Canucks ended a turbulent 2024–25 season with a 38-30-14 record and without a postseason berth after reaching the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs last year.

Vancouver Canucks News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 18

Canucks’ Rick Tocchet drops Elias Pettersson truth bomb after poor 2024-25 season

The Vancouver Canucks had a rough 2024-25 season that has resulted in their missing the Stanley Cup Playoffs. One player at the forefront of the team this season is forward Elias Pettersson.

Thatcher Demko News / Canucksarmy / April 18

‘I’ve always wanted to be a Canuck’: Thatcher Demko says he wants to extend in Vancouver

With one season left on his contract before reaching unrestricted free agency, Vancouver Canucks’ goaltender Thatcher Demko is eligible for an extension beginning July 1st, 2025.

Rick Tocchet News / House of Hockey / April 18

Vancouver Canucks Insider Reveals New Details On New Offer To Head Coach Rick Tocchet

The Vancouver Canucks are trying to lock down Head Coach Rick Tocchet, and now it appears their latest contract offer to him has been considered generous.

Filip Chytil News / Canucksarmy / April 18

Canucks’ Chytil says he’s 100% and looking forward to next season after latest concussion

The Vancouver Canucks held their end of season media availabilities on Friday morning, and it was fans first opportunity to hear from Filip Chytil after sustaining a season-ending concussion on March 15: “Yeah, I feel good,” Chytil said regarding his current health.

Vancouver Canucks News / NHL Trade Talk / April 18