Aatu Räty’s Breakout Season Amid Canucks’ Rebuild
A 14‑point season, strong faceoff numbers and a key role for Finland at the 2026 World Championship highlight Räty’s year, while the Canucks’ rebuild opens doors for increased ice time.
Jul 13, 2026
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Jamie Oleksiak Joins Vancouver Canucks After Stellar Showing Against Hurricanes
After a standout performance that included 11 hits and two assists against the Carolina Hurricanes, defenseman Jamie Oleksiak has agreed to a two‑year, $10 million contract with the Vancouver Canucks. The move comes as the team looks to reshape its roster following a last‑place finish in the 2025‑26 season.
Jul 13, 2026
Kraken’s preseason slate, record‑breaking contract and off‑ice storylines
The Seattle Kraken open their preseason with home games against Vancouver and Calgary, while Washington native Hawke Huff arrives, Leo Carlsson signs a $18 million‑per‑year contract, and coach Lane Lambert draws praise. Off‑ice, goalies exchange vows and a Vancouver radio station folds, underscoring a growing rivalry with the Canucks.
Jul 12, 2026
Travis Green Honoured in B.C. Hockey Hall of Fame After Stellar Coaching Career
Travis Green's induction into the B.C. Hockey Hall of Fame celebrates a career that spans 970 NHL games, championship coaching stints, and a recent four‑year deal with the Ottawa Senators.
Jul 12, 2026
NHL Trade Rumors Heat Up as Teams Re‑evaluate Strategies
Trade rumors swirl around Connor Hellebuyck and other top players as the NHL offseason heats up, with teams re‑evaluating strategies and budgets.
Jul 12, 2026
AHL Coaches Ascend to NHL Front Offices, Signaling Strategic Shifts
Recent front‑office moves see AHL coaches Manny Malhotra, Ryan Craig and others transition to NHL teams, promising fresh tactical direction and stability.
Jul 12, 2026
A Surge of AHL Coaches Into NHL Front Offices
Several AHL coaches have been elevated to NHL head or staff positions this summer, bringing experience and a track record of success to new teams.
Jul 12, 2026
Merrimack’s Recruiting Surge Fueled by Recent Triumphs
Merrimack College's recent Hockey East championship and Frozen Four run have set the stage for an ambitious recruiting class that blends domestic talent with international prospects.
Jul 11, 2026
Jaxon Rutkowski Joins the Copper City Chiefs, Reviving Rome’s Hockey Heritage
The newly revived Copper City Chiefs have selected Rome native Jaxon Rutkowski with their inaugural first‑round pick, promising to blend veteran savvy with the city's storied hockey tradition.
Jul 11, 2026
Canucks Ink Paul Cotter to One‑Year Deal, Reunite with Former Linemate Max Sasson
The Vancouver Canucks have signed forward Paul Cotter to a $2.15 million, one‑year contract, a move that could see him reunite with former linemate Max Sasson and reshape the team's bottom six.
Jul 11, 2026
Penguins’ Prudent Path: Rebuilding Over Flashy Trades
The Pittsburgh Penguins are focusing on internal development and patient growth rather than high‑profile trades, leveraging smart drafting and hidden talent to build a competitive future.
Jul 11, 2026
Canucks at a Crossroads: Rebuilding, Draft Picks, and the Future of Key Talent
An in‑depth look at the Canucks' roster moves, the emergence of Marco Rossi, the ripple effects of Leo Carlsson's offer sheet, and the team's calculated approach to the 2027 NHL Draft.
Jul 11, 2026
Kraken’s Trade Demand Fuels NHL Rumor Mill
Seattle’s asking price for center Shane Wright has turned heads, while the Pittsburgh Penguins weigh defensive options and the league ponders broader questions.
Jul 11, 2026
Kraken’s Ambitious Trade Push
Seattle Kraken officials have opened negotiations with the Vancouver Canucks centered on a swap that would send center Shane Wright to Vancouver in exchange for either Zeev Buium or Tom Willander, both of whom are emerging defensemen with promising rookie campaigns.
Jul 11, 2026
Ryan Mougenel Joins Canucks Coaching Staff After AHL Success
Ryan Mougenel, the 2025‑26 Louis A.R. Pieri Memorial Award winner, has been hired as an assistant coach for the Vancouver Canucks, adding depth to a newly assembled staff under head coach Manny Malhotra.
Jul 10, 2026
Curtis Douglas Joins Seattle Kraken, Bringing Size and Community Focus
Curtis Douglas, standing 6‑foot‑9 and weighing 242 pounds, has agreed to a two‑year, $2.5 million contract with the Seattle Kraken, bringing both size and a commitment to mental‑health advocacy.
Jul 10, 2026
NHL Trade Rumors: Penguins Eye Robertson, Pettersson, Avalanche Pursue Hellebuyck
Recent whispers from the hockey world suggest major moves could be on the horizon, with the Pittsburgh Penguins targeting Jason Robertson and Elias Pettersson, while the Colorado Avalanche eye Connor Hellebuyck, each transaction weighed down by contract complexities.
Jul 10, 2026
Ilya Mikheyev Joins Tampa Bay Lightning on Multi‑Year Deal
The Russian‑born winger signs a four‑year, $15.4 million contract, aiming to bolster the Lightning’s depth and championship aspirations.
Jul 10, 2026
NHL off‑season shake‑up: engraving errors, trade rumors and front‑office reshuffles
Recent events highlight overlooked details in championship celebrations, emerging trade chatter, and significant personnel changes across several clubs.
Jul 10, 2026
Linus Karlsson’s Breakout Year Fuels Canucks’ Optimism
A deep dive into Linus Karlsson’s performance for the Vancouver Canucks, his World Championship contributions and the recent two‑year extension that secures his place through 2027.
Jul 10, 2026
Canucks Fortify Defense with Oleksiak, Schenn, Gallagher Ahead of Rebuild
Jamie Oleksiak’s new contract, Luke Schenn’s return, and Brendan Gallagher’s leadership signal a strategic shift for the Vancouver Canucks as they aim to translate cap space into contention.
Jul 10, 2026
Canucks’ Off‑Season Plans and Rumors
The latest mailbag from The Hockey News breaks down speculation around Elias Pettersson, the future of Jonathan Lekkerimäki, goaltending depth and the team’s broadcast shift.
Jul 9, 2026
Canucks’ Future: Trade Rumors, Broadcast Shifts, and Roster Planning for 2026‑27
The Hockey News addresses fan questions about Elias Pettersson’s trade rumors, Jonathan Lekkerimäki’s recovery, potential radio broadcast moves, the Nils Höglander trade, the goaltending depth, and the club’s focus on two‑way contracts and future assets.
Jul 9, 2026
Bruins Lock Down Duran, Uncertain Future for Zacha and Young Talent
The Bruins secure Riley Duran for another season while navigating pivotal contract and trade decisions for Pavel Zacha and other emerging forwards.
Jul 9, 2026