"Could find out in the next few days" – Elliotte Friedman claims Canucks closing in on next HC – Sportskeeda
"Could find out in the next few days" - Elliotte Friedman claims Canucks closing in on next HC Sportskeeda

"Could find out in the next few days" - Elliotte Friedman claims Canucks closing in on next HC Sportskeeda

The Nashville Predators’ search for a new general manager continues to stretch on, with insider Elliotte Friedman suggesting the club may be waiting for permission to speak with a top candidate, according to comments made on Monday’s edition of 32 Thoughts podcast. Friedman described Colorado Avalanche GM Chris MacFarland as a “logical target” for Nashville, […] The post Insider gives shaky update on Predators pursuit of Avalanche GM appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Mike Gillis explains why Maple Leafs talks collapsed and revealed the front-office vision Toronto ultimately rejected.

Canucks, Caleb Malhotra linked in another way before 2026 NHL Draft sportingnews.com

Canucks president sends strong message to struggling $92.8M star as Elias Pettersson trade rumors and pressure continue growing.

Former Vancouver Canucks general manager Mike Gillis spoke about being pursued by the Toronto Maple Leafs, saying, “It wasn’t the right fit.”Gillis was among the many past and present executives the Maple Leafs interviewed during their search for new management to lead the team in the future. In the end, the Maple Leafs hired former Arizona […] The post Mike Gillis on Maple Leafs: ‘It Wasn’t the Right Fit’ appeared first on HEAVY.

The Utah Mammoth had about as successful a season as any team eliminated in round one could have had. They are a young, up-and-coming team that finally took that next step, making the playoffs. And the Mammoth put in a good account of themselves against the Vegas Golden Knights. The Mammoth won Games 2 and […] The post 2 Mammoth trade targets after 1st-round loss to Golden Knights appeared first on ClutchPoints.

"Dynamic may not be the best" - Button claims Manny Malhotra's son may hinder his path to become next Canucks head coach Sportskeeda

The New Jersey Devils were one of the great mystery teams in the NHL this season. They had a roster that included Jack Hughes and Nico Hischier as the centers on the top two lines, and they are both game-changing players. Those two are stars for New Jersey but they are not alone. The Devils […] The post 2 early Devils trade targets after missing 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.


The Edmonton Oilers will be a team to watch incredibly closely during the offseason. After performing far below expectations this season and losing in the first round of the playoffs, it is clear that they need to make some additions if they hope to keep their Stanley Cup window open.The Oilers have multiple areas that […] The post NHL Rumors: 3 Edmonton Oilers Offseason Trade Targets appeared first on HEAVY.

The Vancouver Canucks issued a statement after promoting the Sedin twins to co-presidents of hockey ops and hiring Ryan Johnson as the GM.The team officially announced on Thursday that Henrik and Daniel Sedin are now the co-presidents of hockey operations, while Johnson is the team’s 13th GM in its franchise history. Former team president Jim […] The post Canucks Issue Statement After Promoting Sedins & Hiring New GM appeared first on HEAVY.

The Vancouver Canucks have made some moves to their front office over the last week, and they’re finally ready to announce the changes. Daniel and Henrik Sedin have been promoted to Co-Presidents of Hockey Operations and Ryan Johnson has been named the 13th General Manager in franchise history. “Francesco Aquilini will not answer questions, but will […] The post Henrik and Daniel Sedin, Ryan Johnson Canucks’ hirings official appeared first on ClutchPoints.

For a second consecutive year, the Nashville Predators came up short in their pursuit of a Stanley Cup Playoff berth, finishing the campaign with a 38-34-10 record. Although Nashville remained in the postseason conversation for stretches of the season, an underwhelming opening stretch proved too much to overcome in the long run. The Predators stumbled […] The post 2 early Predators trade targets after missing 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Lukas Reichel didn’t make much of an impact for either the Vancouver Canucks or Boston Bruins in 2025-26, but he still earned another NHL contract with the latter franchise — although with a pay cut. “Boston Bruins General Manager Don Sweeney announced today, May 14, that the team has signed forward Lukas Reichel to a […] The post Bruins re-sign trade acquisition to 1-year contract extension appeared first on ClutchPoints.

After finishing with the worst record in hockey, the Vancouver Canucks have actively sought new management. Now, it’s about to become official, as the team is set to announce a new general manager, along with new co-presidents, according to Canucks insider Rick Dhaliwal. “Canucks press conference is at 1:00. Ryan Johnson is the new GM. […] The post Canucks set to officially announce GM, co-presidents appeared first on ClutchPoints.

After a disappointing season, the Canucks are shaking things up as they're set to hire a brand new front office.

All signs pointed to the Vancouver Canucks hiring Evan Gold to run their hockey operations department, either as president or general manager. However, with everyone waiting on Gold to leave the Boston Bruins and take that job, it now looks like the Canucks might promote from within and give assistant general manager Ryan Johnson the […] The post Canucks rumors: Vancouver closing in on Ryan Johnson promotion amid GM search appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Former Vancouver Canucks defenseman Shane O'Brien criticizes the decision to trade J.T. Miller with the franchise still in freefall.

Conor Garland says the reported feud between J.T. Miller and Elias Pettersson on the Canucks was overblown.

The San Jose Sharks will be selecting second overall in the 2026 NHL Draft. It is a second straight year the Sharks will be picking second in the draft, and general manager Mike Grier is excited to hold the pick. While Grier is happy to have the second overall pick, jumping up seven spots in […] The post Sharks rumors: San Jose considering trading No. 2 overall pick in 2026 NHL Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.

It’s been just over a calendar year since Peter Laviolette coached in the National Hockey League. The 61-year-old enjoyed a hugely successful season with the New York Rangers in 2023-24, leading the team to a 55-23-4 record and a President’s Trophy win. The Blueshirts ended up losing to the eventual Stanley Cup-champion Florida Panthers in […] The post Peter Laviolette wants to return to coaching after 2025 Rangers firing appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Vancouver Canucks GM candidates are down to two names, according to a very well-known organization insider. The post Vancouver Canucks GM Candidates Down 2, Insider Claims appeared first on HEAVY.

NHL Rumors: Insider reveals Canucks GM search has boiled down to two candidates Sportskeeda
