Dave Hall

5 days ago | yardbarker.com | Dave Hall

The Vancouver Canucks have relinquished the signing rights to two prospects from their 2021 NHL Entry Draft, as the June 1st, 2:00 pm (PT) deadline for qualifying offers passed without contracts for either player. Hugo Gabrielson (sixth round, 169th overall) and Lucas Forsell (seventh round, 201st overall) will now become unrestricted free agents, free to sign with any NHL team.

1 week ago | yardbarker.com | Dave Hall

As June approaches, the hockey world gears up for pivotal events like the Stanley Cup Final and the NHL Entry Draft. However, June 1st also marks a critical deadline for NHL teams to decide on prospects with expiring signing rights. Per PuckPedia, these prospects typically fall into five categories:Players drafted in 2023 from Canadian Major Junior Leagues who remained in Major Junior through their age-20 season.

2 weeks ago | yardbarker.com | Dave Hall

Of course, it’s never wise to expect that type of production as he jumps up the ranks. Instead, expect a secondary scoring defender who can beat netminders with a booming shot or a thoughtful pass within the zone. While not a high-end creative quarterback, Aitcheson’s offensive instincts allow him to join rushes, pinch effectively, and keep plays alive at the blue line. The real substance of his game stems from his steady and responsible two-way acumen.

2 weeks ago | yardbarker.com | Dave Hall

Just weeks before the 2025 NHL Draft, the Vancouver Canucks Amatuer Scouting Team were making moves. On a quiet Thursday in mid-May, the team announced the signing of Latvian forward Anri Ravinskis to a two-year, entry-level contract starting in the 2025–26 season.

2 weeks ago | yardbarker.com | Dave Hall

We’re just under one month away from the NHL Entry Draft, where the Vancouver Canucks hold their first round pick for the first time since 2023. For how long? That remains to be seen. And yet, we continue to push forward as if they will maintain their position and select a young and hopeful prospect with the 15th pick. With that, we give you our second potential target.