Vancouver Canucks preview upcoming 2026-27 NHL season
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 25, 2026, 11:55 AM
Last updated Sep 25, 2026
The Vancouver Canucks are set to enter the 2026-27 NHL season amid a rebuild following last year’s struggles. Having finished the previous season with a record of 25-49-8, the organization underwent significant changes, including new management and a revamped roster. Key departures included team captain Quinn Hughes, while prospects Caleb Malhotra and Adam Novotny were drafted this summer. The team will look to improve under new head coach Manny Malhotra as they aim to foster player development and team cohesion. Preseason preparations are underway, focusing on building a positive atmosphere after the team's turbulent past.
- •Canucks finished 2025-26 season with 25-49-8 record.
- •Quinn Hughes traded; new roster changes implemented.
- •Caleb Malhotra and Adam Novotny drafted in June.
- •Manny Malhotra named new head coach before training camp.
- •Team aims to foster a positive environment in the locker room.
- 11:55 AMYahoo Sports — Puck Drop Preview: 2026-27 Washington Capitals
- 11:59 AMYahoo Sports — Puck Drop Preview: 2026-27 Vancouver Canucks
"Last Word On Hockey‘s Puck Drop Previews are back for the 2026-27 season! As the regular season approaches, Last Word will preview each team’s current outlook and stories to watch for the upcoming year. We’ll also do our best to project how things will go for each team throughout the campaign. Today, we’re previewing the …
"Last Word On Hockey‘s Puck Drop Previews are back for the 2026-27 season! As the regular season approaches, Last Word will preview each team’s current outlook and stories to watch for the upcoming year. We’ll also do our best to project how things will go for each team throughout the campaign. Today, we’re previewing the …
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 25, 2026, 11:55 AMPuck Drop Preview: 2026-27 Washington Capitals
Last Word On Hockey‘s Puck Drop Previews are back for the 2026-27 season! As the regular season approaches, Last Word will preview each team’s current outlook and stories to watch for the upcoming year. We’ll also do our best to project how things will go for each team throughout the campaign. Today, we’re previewing the …
- Yahoo SportsSep 23, 2026, 11:59 AMPuck Drop Preview: 2026-27 Vancouver Canucks
Last Word On Hockey‘s Puck Drop Previews are back for the 2026-27 season! As the regular season approaches, Last Word will preview each team’s current outlook and stories to watch for the upcoming year. We’ll also do our best to project how things will go for each team throughout the campaign. Today, we’re previewing the …
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