Vancouver Canucks
Main Photo: Bob Frid-USA TODAY Sports The previously unthinkable is starting to be heard in Vancouver: is a Thatcher Demko trade possible? The answer is that yes, of course it’s possible, but that doesn’t mean it’s a good idea. What a Thatcher Demko Trade Does for Vancouver As much as fans of the Canucks were […]
When Jim Rutherford raised the option of a Vancouver Canucks buyout, the first thought was “who?” The second was “Wait, how?” All things are possible – if you’re willing to take some heat over them. Vancouver Canucks Buyout Options Few, But Possible The possibility of a buyout was raised during general manager Jim Ruthroford’s press […]
It’s time for another edition of NHL rumours. Some teams are going to make drastic changes before the trade deadline. The March 3 deadline is coming fairly soon and teams like the Vancouver Canucks have already started making moves. Bo Horvat was already traded, but there may be some more names on the way out. […]
Back at the start of last season, the Seattle Kraken entered their first year as an NHL franchise. As a member of the league’s Pacific Division, many expected a Kraken rivalry with the nearest teams geographically. The division hosts a total of eight squads, though some already had rivalries in place. However, when Seattle struggled […]
With the Bo Horvat trade to Long Island complete, other moves are ready to go. From the Vancouver Canucks perspective, anyway. If they can get a couple trade partners lined up, then wholesale changes can come in rapid succession. Bo Horvat Swapped for Needed Pieces Vancouver is a team that needs everything. Moving Bo Horvat helped […]
There is a major fire sale going in with the Vancouver Canucks. The first domino has already fallen as captain Bo Horvat has been traded to the New York Islanders. It is going to tumble from here as many other pieces are going to be on the move. Today’s rumours focus on a Brock Boeser […]
Last Word on Hockey presents The MnM Hockey Podcast. The latest addition to the stable of LWOH Hockey Podcast Content. Every week, Alex Metzger and Chace McCallum will share their thoughts on the news of the week, have a variety of guests from the world of hockey as well as spending some time on original […]
The Vancouver Canucks finally traded captain Bo Horvat to the New York Islanders. Whether that’s the right move or not, it’s the direction the team is moving. And they’re doing it without Horvat. After shopping Horvat in a large and loud way, the return for Vancouver is Anthony Beauvillier, Aatu Raty, and a projected 2023 […]
The Vancouver Canucks announced late last night that winger Ilya Mikheyev will undergo surgery for a torn ACL. He will miss the rest of the 2022-23 season. VCR GM Patrik Allvin announces Ilya Mikheyev is being shut down, needs ACL surgery. Played with injury suffered in preseason — Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) January 28, 2023 Ilya […]
It’s time for another edition of our NHL rumours. The March 3 trade deadline is coming in just about a month and teams are at a crossroads. Some clubs are going to have to retool while others are trying to load up for a Stanley Cup run. However, the flat cap situation will make deals […]
What does the Vancouver Canucks signing Kuzmenko change about the Canucks or their trade deadline? Short, unfortunate answer: nothing. Longer, more complicated answer: not much, but their media team needs to exploit this guy to the hilt! Who the heck includes their “childhood friend” in a thank-you letter? Andrei Kuzmenko does. A Thank you Letter […]
Last Word on Hockey presents The MnM Hockey Podcast. The latest addition to the stable of LWOH Hockey Podcast Content. Every week, Alex Metzger and Chace McCallum will share their thoughts on the news of the week, have a variety of guests from the world of hockey as well as spending some time on original […]
In an easy decision, the Vancouver Canucks sign Andrei Kuzmenko to a two-year, $5.5 million average deal. In his first NHL season, Kuzmenko has 21 and 43 in 47 games so far. **Breaking News** 🚨 📰 @Canucks have signed F Kuzmenko to 2 Yr Contract Extension at $5.5M AAV and 13 team No Trade list. […]
It’s time once again for another edition of NHL rumours. The rumours will come fast and furious in the upcoming weeks as we roll to the March 3 deadline. The Boston Bruins are in the driver’s seat for the President’s Trophy, but are seeking upgrades. We talked early in the week about shoring up centre […]
For Vancouver Canucks fans of a certain age, “the Messier Years” are seen as the team’s lowest point. But are they still? The Messier Years Have Unwelcome Competition It’s not unreasonable to suggest that the firing of Bruce Boudreau – and the circus around it – is the Vancouver Canucks nadir. But there’s the lowest […]
In what must be a precursor to other changes, the Vancouver Canucks have fired head coach Bruce Boudreau. Bruce, There He Goes General Manager Patrik Allvin announced today that the club has made multiple changes to its coaching staff. DETAILS | https://t.co/N01j7hRvbR pic.twitter.com/FM4VuI0U6g — Vancouver Canucks (@Canucks) January 22, 2023 Boudreau was brought in as […]
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In yet more injury catastrophe for the Montreal Canadiens, Kirby Dach has found himself out of the lineup once again this season, this time due to an upper-body injury seemingly sustained in the overtime period of last night’s game between the Canadiens and Buffalo Sabres. Canadiens announce Kirby Dach won’t play tonight. — Eric Engels (@EricEngels) March […]
It’s time for another round of NHL rumours. We’re closing in on the start of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, but some teams are already thinking about the off-season. A few of these teams got started clearing out salaries at the March 3 trade deadline. One of those teams was the Washington Capitals, who made a […]
Welcome back to another day of NHL Predictions. Each day, Last Word on Hockey takes a look at the games that are happening and gives our predictions for each one, breaking down head-to-head and other factors that may play in. We also have a featured game of the day, which is considered must-watch TV. Today’s […]
Welcome back to another day of NHL Predictions. Each day, Last Word on Hockey takes a look at the games that are happening and gives our predictions for each one, breaking down head-to-head and other factors that may play in. We also have a featured game of the day, which is considered must-watch TV. Today’s […]
It’s time for another round of NHL rumours to start your Tuesday. The NHL trade deadline passed on March 3, but there’s plenty of talk still surrounding it. Some of these deals could be revisited in the off-season, but it’s interesting to hear what might have happened. The Montreal Canadiens and Winnipeg Jets may have […]
It’s time once again for another edition of NHL rumours. We are closing in on the end of the regular season, but there are still a number of rumours to sort out. College draft picks and free agents have been signing with their respective teams when their team’s seasons end. However, there are still a […]
Weekend games against the Carolina Hurricanes and Nashville Predators provided a clearer picture of what the Toronto Maple Leafs’ playoff lineup should look like. With their first-round opponent having been known for weeks, and home-ice advantage all but clinched, settling on a roster for the playoff opener against the Tampa Bay Lightning is the last […]
Welcome back to another day of NHL Predictions. Each day, Last Word on Hockey takes a look at the games that are happening and gives our predictions for each one, breaking down head-to-head and other factors that may play in. We also have a featured game of the day, which is considered must-watch TV. Today’s […]
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Erin Butler
Born in Richmond, Erin Butler moved to the Gulf Islands early on but made sure to pack their Vancouver Canucks fandom with them on the way out of town.
Decades later, the fandom is unabated even as the perspective widened. A little more jaded about ownership, but loving the bizarro-world fandom online.