Luongo heads Stars of the Week goaltender trio Nov 11, 2008
FIRST STAR -- Roberto Luongo, G, Vancouver Canucks Luongo stopped all 81 shots he faced while posting three consecutive shutouts as the Canucks (9-6-0, 18 points) climbed to first place in the Northwest Division. He made 24 saves in a 4-0 victory over Nashville on Nov. 4, stopped 28 shots in a 1-0 victory over Phoenix on Nov. 6 and finished the week by turning aside 29 in a 2-0 win over Minnesota on Nov. 8. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NHL)
RINK REPORT: New class headed into Hall of Fame Nov 10, 2008
Wednesday, Colorado Avalanche at Vancouver Canucks: Canucks goalie goes for a fourth consecutive shutout. He has gone 201 minutes, 8 seconds without allowing a goal. (USA Today -- Sports)
NHL to take closer look at Kostopoulos' hit on Van Ryn Nov 10, 2008
The Colorado Avalanche take on the Vancouver Canucks, Wednesday at 10pm et/7pm pt.. VOD Archive. (TSN.ca)
Luongo records 3rd straight shutout as Canucks win Nov 9, 2008
VANCOUVER, British Columbia - Roberto Luongo made 29 saves for his third straight shutout, lifting the Vancouver Canucks to 2-0 victory over the Minnesota Wild on Saturday night. Story tools. (Anchorage Daily News)
Grabovski gets the last laugh Nov 9, 2008
Wilson knows Larionov from when the two played against each other in Switzerland, and later when Larionov joined the Vancouver Canucks when Wilson was an assistant coach there. Although Grabovski needs about two decades more worth of standout play to match Larionov's career, the Leafs coach felt that a chat between the two would benefit Grabovski because of their similar size. (Globe and Mail -- Sports)
Bieksa scores lone goal in Vancouver's win Nov 7, 2008
VANCOUVER, British Columbia - Kevin Bieksa scored 12 minutes into the game and Roberto Luongo made 28 saves for his second straight shutout as the Vancouver Canucks beat the Phoenix Coyotes 1-0 on Thursday night. Story tools. (Anchorage Daily News)
Slow-deciding Sundin still has plenty of options Nov 7, 2008
The Vancouver Canucks offered Sundin a two-year, $20 million contract in July, a deal which remains on the table. Canucks GM Mike Gillis met with Sundin last week in another attempt to lure him to Canadas west coast. (MSNBC -- Sports)
• More State/National Stories • Nov 6, 2008
VANCOUVER CANUCKS Called up RW Michel Ouellet from Manitoba (AHL). Assigned F Jason Krog to Manitoba. (Creston News Adertiser, IO)
STEALTH STARS: NHL's difference-makers you barely know Nov 6, 2008
No. 4: Alexandre Burrows, Vancouver Canucks left winger. To get some recognition, maybe the fiery Burrows can claim an identical twin or borrow the C. On a team dominated by goalie (and captain) Roberto Luongo and featuring Daniel and Henrik Sedin, de facto first-line players, Burrows is a hard-working, under-the-radar guy. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Wellwood's two goals lifts Canucks over Predators Nov 5, 2008
VANCOUVER, British Columbia - Kyle Wellwood scored twice and Roberto Luongo made 24 saves for his third shutout of the season, lifting the Vancouver Canucks to a 4-0 victory over the Nashville Predators on Tuesday night. Story tools. (Anchorage Daily News)
Opinion: First-hand lessons on second-season struggles Nov 5, 2008
He was stoned on a penalty shot by Vancouver Canucks goalie Roberto Luongo but at least got an assist against the Canucks to register his only point of the season. Gagner gets points for the best line about his slow start. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Pronger's OT goal lifts Ducks over Kings Nov 5, 2008
Vancouver, BC (Sports Network) - Kyle Wellwood had a pair of goals and Roberto Luongo recorded his third shutout of the season, as the Vancouver Canucks routed the Nashville Predators, 4-0, at General Motors Place. Mason Raymond also had a goal for the Canucks, who have won four of their last six games overall. (ABC 7 News, DC)
* NHL: Isles beat Rangers with shorthanders Nov 5, 2008
The Nashville Predators Martin Erat, left, of the Czech Republic checks the Vancouver Canucks Darcy Hordichuk during the second half of their NHL game in Vancouver, Canada, on Tuesday. PHOTO: AP. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
NHL rankings Nov 4, 2008
Washington's Semin earns clutch honors with big October - USATODAY.com. Seeing Alexander Semin celebrate goals like this one against Nashville has become the norm in Washington this season. (USA Today -- Sports)
Red Wings power to victory Nov 3, 2008
But whether it's the Red Wings, the 1980s Edmonton Oilers, or the Soviet Red Army at its offensive height, the Vancouver Canucks are not accustomed to surrendering three power-play goals in one game and having their penalty-killing toyed with like a yo-yo. But such was the case on Sunday in a 3-2 loss to Detroit before 18,630 at General Motors Place. (Globe and Mail)
The Business Of Hockey Nov 2, 2008
Five of the six Canadian teams Montreal Canadiens, Vancouver Canucks, Ottawa Senators, Calgary Flames and Edmonton Oilers rose in value more than the league average. SORT LIST BY. (Forbes)
GAME REPORT: Canucks 7, Ducks 6 Nov 1, 2008
When it mattered most, Luongo stopped 12 of 13 Anaheim attempts in the shootout and Mattias Ohlund scored the deciding goal in the 13th round as the Vancouver Canucks beat the Anaheim Ducks 7-6 after blowing a three-goal lead. Ohlund sent a wrist shot past Ducks goalie Jonas Hiller to end a roller-coaster game and Anaheim's five-game winning streak. (USA Today -- Sports)
Ohlund's shootout goal gives Canucks 7-6 win Nov 1, 2008
Vancouver Canucks right wing Steve Bernier gets congratulated from center Ryan Kesler after scoring the tying goal as Anaheim Ducks defenseman Kent Huskins skates away in the third period of an NHL hockey game in Anaheim, Calif ... The Vancouver Canucks won in a shoot out ... When it mattered most, Luongo stopped 12 of 13 Anaheim attempts in the shootout and Mattias Ohlund scored the deciding goal in the 13th round as the Vancouver Canucks beat the Anaheim Ducks 7-6 after blowing a three-goal... (Fresno Bee -- Local)
HKN Canucks Kings Oct 31, 2008
LOS ANGELES (AP) Roberto Luongo has his priorities in the right order, which is a good sign for the Vancouver Canucks. Luongo recorded his 40th career shutout and the Canucks got power-play goals from Daniel Sedin and Kyle Wellwood in a 4-0 victory over the Los Angeles Kings on Thursday night. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Rivals ask BMW Oracle to drop its lawsuit Oct 31, 2008
Roberto Luongo recorded his 40th career shutout and the Vancouver Canucks got power-play goals from Daniel Sedin and Kyle Wellwood in a 3-0 victory over the Kings in Los Angeles last night. Luongo made 28 saves and survived a penalty shot by Alexander Frolov to become the 28th goaltender in NHL history to record at least 40 shutouts in the regular season. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Luongo's Canucks blank Kings 4-0 Oct 31, 2008
LOS ANGELES - The Vancouver Canucks won a game they had to have. A few more would be nice. (Vancouver Sun)
Voters choose NDP in B.C. by-elections Oct 30, 2008
Mr. Griffiths is a well know Vancouver businessman, who once owned the Vancouver Canucks and was instrumental in bringing the Vancouver Grizzlies NBA franchise to the city and also helped to bring the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Games to the city. Mr. Mayencourt won the riding over NDP candidate Tim Stevenson by just 11 votes in the 2005 general election. (Globe and Mail -- National)
Plunging dollar gives sports leagues a currency conniption Oct 30, 2008
"I doubt anyone is hedged to cover this level of drop," Vancouver Canucks president Chris Zimmerman said. The Oilers, for example, bought commitments to buy U.S. dollars at a prefixed price for delivery in November, December and some more in January. (Globe and Mail)
Thomas earns second straight 1-0 win for Bruins Oct 29, 2008
VANCOUVER, British Columbia - Tim Thomas made 30 saves for his second 1-0 win in two nights, leading the Boston Bruins to a victory over the Vancouver Canucks on Tuesday. Story tools. (Anchorage Daily News)
NHL roundup: Flyers make it 11 straight over Thrashers Oct 29, 2008
At Vancouver, Tim Thomas made 30 saves for his second 1-0 win in two nights, leading the Boston Bruins to a victory over the Vancouver Canucks on Tuesday. Michael Ryder scored his second goal of the season midway through the first period for the Bruins, who have won three in a row. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Win streak at five: Detroit defeats Kings in shootout Oct 28, 2008
- (Sports Network) - Vancouver Canucks center Rick Rypien will be out indefinitely and needs to undergo surgery for a sports hernia. Rypien was out last week because of a viral infection. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Canucks' Rypien needs surgery for sports hernia Oct 28, 2008
ESPN - Vancouver Canucks' Rick Rypien needs surgery for sports hernia ... Vancouver Canucks' Rick Rypien needs surgery for sports hernia. (ESPN -- NHL)
Canucks' Rypien out indefinitely with hernia Oct 28, 2008
VANCOUVER Injury-plagued Vancouver Canucks forward Rick Rypien has a sports hernia that will require surgery and is out indefinitely. Rypien, a gritty fourth-line player, had two goals in the first five games before leaving the team after contracting a virus during a recent six-game road trip. (Globe and Mail -- Sports)
Canucks beat Oilers 6-3 Oct 26, 2008
VANCOUVER, British Columbia - Kyle Wellwood scored the go-ahead goal a power play 2:32 into the third period and the Vancouver Canucks used strong special teams to beat the Edmonton Oilers 6-3 on Saturday night. Story tools. (Anchorage Daily News)
More of this story Oct 25, 2008
After that, the Vancouver Canucks and the Calgary Flames come to town. USC TrojansLos Angeles Memorial Coliseum, 3939 S. Figueroa St., (213) 740-4672 or. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
Canucks' Demitra out 3-4 weeks with rib injury Oct 24, 2008
VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) -Vancouver Canucks center Pavol Demitra is expected to miss three to four weeks with a rib injury. Demitra, the Canucks' highest-paid forward after signing a two-year, US$8 million. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Keenan's feet to the flames Oct 24, 2008
Questions about the Flames have been rampant this month, as the team has delivered some wildly unpredictable performances losing twice to the Vancouver Canucks and Edmonton Oilers before edging the Washington Capitals on strong efforts from Jarome Iginla and goalie Miikka Kiprusoff, then winning again last night against the Nashville Predators, 5-3. That game quieted some of the discontent, but not all. (Globe and Mail -- Sports)
Sundin edges closer to return Oct 24, 2008
Otherwise, he would have signed the lucrative $20-million (U.S.), two-year offer the Vancouver Canucks tossed his way on July 1, when he became an unrestricted free agent. "I expect other teams to get involved to complicate the situation [for Toronto and Vancouver]," one NHL GM said. (Globe and Mail -- Sports)
Gaboriks days numbered in Minnesota Oct 23, 2008
The Vancouver Canucks, Montreal Canadiens, Toronto Maple Leafs, Los Angeles Kings, Pittsburgh Penguins, Florida Panthers and New York Rangers are all reportedly interested in Gaborik. According to the Minneapolis Star-Tribune, Risebrough has already spoken with Habs GM Bob Gainey and Kings GM Dean Lombardi. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Burke can't make up his mind Oct 22, 2008
Since he became the Vancouver Canucks GM in 1998, Burke has been travelling back and forth to the Boston area to be with his four older children two weekends out of every month. Added to the mix is his wife, a former Vancouver-based CBC broadcaster who is looking for work. (Globe and Mail -- Sports)
* NHL: Sharp scores twice, Blackhawks defeat Vancouver Canucks Oct 21, 2008
NHL: Sharp scores twice, Blackhawks defeat Vancouver Canucks ... Patrick Sharp had two goals and an assist and the Chicago Blackhawks won for the first time under new coach Joel Quenneville, beating the Vancouver Canucks 4-2 on Sunday night. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Quenneville earns 1st win as Blackhawks coach Oct 20, 2008
CHICAGO - Patrick Sharp had two goals and an assist and the Chicago Blackhawks won for the first time under new coach Joel Quenneville, beating the Vancouver Canucks 4-2 on Sunday night. Quenneville took over behind the bench on Thursday after Denis Savard was fired following a 1-2-1 start. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Sharp lifts Blackhawks to first victory under Quenneville Oct 20, 2008
had two goals one with a man advantage and an assist to help the Blackhawks beat the Vancouver Canucks 4-2 on Sunday night. GAME REPORT. (USA Today -- Sports)
Vanek helps Sabres improve to 4-0 Oct 18, 2008
Vanek scored his NHL-leading sixth goal and added two assists, and Ales Kotalik scored twice in the Sabres' 5-2 victory over the Vancouver Canucks on Friday night. Jaroslav Spacek had a goal and assist, and Clarke MacArthur also scored for the unbeaten Sabres, who won their fourth straight to start the season. (MSNBC -- Sports)
* Brodeur shutout helps Devils claim victory Oct 18, 2008
During a ceremony to honor former Red Wing Alex Delvecchio on Thursday, Nicklas Lidstrom, right, of the Detroit Red Wings takes part in a ceremonial face-off with Mattias Ohlund of the Vancouver Canucks in Detroit, Michigan. PHOTO: AFP. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Training for off the ice Oct 17, 2008
DETROIT -- The Vancouver Canucks have never owned Stanley Cup rings. But they're. (Yahoo News -- Figure Skating)
Canucks clip Red Wings in OT Oct 17, 2008
DETROIT (AP) -The Vancouver Canucks knew they needed to play their best game against the defending Stanley Cup champion Detroit Red Wings. Alex Burrows scored 27 seconds into overtime to give the Canucks a 4-3 victory over the Red Wings on Thursday night. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Burrows lifts Canucks to overtime win over Red Wings Oct 17, 2008
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Burrows' OT goal give Canucks 4-3 win over Wings Oct 17, 2008
DETROIT (AP) Alex Burrows scored 27 seconds into overtime to give the Vancouver Canucks a 4-3 victory over the Detroit Red Wings on Thursday night. Jannik Hansen, Ryan Kesler and Mason Raymond also scored for Vancouver and Roberto Luongo made 32 saves. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Make the Most of Your Vancouver Exp... Oct 16, 2008
Check out the Vancouver Canucks in hockey; the Vancouver Canadians in baseball; and the BC Lions in football. Put on the team colours and head to the nearest pub or stadium for a few beers, a rush of adrenaline and a great social atmosphere. (Suite101.com)
Bertuzzi lifts Flames to 5-4 win over Colorado Oct 15, 2008
Calgary finally won after opening the season with a pair of losses, one in overtime, to the Vancouver Canucks. Dustin Boyd and Craig Conroy also scored for the notoriously slow-starting Flames (1-1-1) who are off to their fastest start since 2003-04. (Anchorage Daily News)
Kings beat Ducks for first win of season Oct 15, 2008
Jarome Iginla registered a goal and an assist for Calgary, which yielded 11 goals in dropping a home-and-home series with the Vancouver Canucks to open the 2008-09 campaign. Daymond Langkow, Dion Phaneuf and Mike Cammalleri each collected two assists, while Miikka Kiprusoff stopped 25-of-29 shots to get the win. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Capitals clamp down on Canucks Oct 14, 2008
WASHINGTON (AP) -Washington Capitals goalie Brent Johnson let the Vancouver Canucks' first shot into his net and finished with only nine saves. The Capitals' star, reigning league scoring champion Alex Ovechkin, was held without a point. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Bettman on NHL: 'We're in growth mode' Oct 14, 2008
Were acutely aware of whats going on out there, but it hasnt yet impacted us, Bettman said before attending Monday nights game between the Washington Capitals and Vancouver Canucks. I have no doubt that, over time, if its long enough and bad enough, it will have some impact, but based on what were seeing right now, our business seems to be strong. (MSNBC -- Sports)
BACK IN THE SADDLE: Clark, Nylander return to form after injuries Oct 14, 2008
Nylander had a penalty-shot goal and two assists Monday in a 5-1 win against the Vancouver Canucks. Clark had an assist for his first point since Jan. 13, his first and only game back from his initial groin injury. (USA Today -- Sports)
Capitals get stingy, hold Canucks to 10 shots in victory Oct 14, 2008
WASHINGTON (AP) Washington Capitals goalie let the Vancouver Canucks' first shot into his net and finished with only nine saves. The Capitals' star, reigning league scoring champion , was held without a point. (USA Today -- Sports)
Demitra scores in OT to lift Canucks past Flames Oct 12, 2008
CALGARY, Alberta - Thanks to their potent offense, the new-look Vancouver Canucks are off to a strong start. Story tools. (Anchorage Daily News)
New season, new faces Oct 11, 2008
The Rivermen added an NHL veteran to their roster Wednesday when Vancouver Canucks left wing Jeff Cowan was loaned to them. Cowan has played in 413 NHL games with four teams. (Pekin Times, IL)
Tough First Game Defeat Oct 11, 2008
It is the biggest single season operational change for the franchise since local interest bought out the Vancouver Canucks back in 1972 and the team operated independently. . (R News)
Canucks' Burrows has 2 goals, Luongo blanks Flames Oct 10, 2008
VANCOUVER, British Columbia - Alex Burrows scored twice and Roberto Luongo made 25 saves, leading the Vancouver Canucks to a season-opening 6-0 win over the Calgary Flames on Thursday night. Story tools. (Anchorage Daily News)
Canucks honour Bourdon with win Oct 10, 2008
The Vancouver Canucks paid tribute to Luc Bourdon the best way they could: with a victory in their first game of the season. Vancouver skated to a convincing 6-0 win on home ice over the Calgary Flames Thursday on an emotional evening when the Canucks remembered their former teammate. (CBC.ca)
Red Wings clipped in opener Oct 10, 2008
Alex Burrows scored twice and captain Roberto Luongo stopped all 25 shots he faced as the Vancouver Canucks notched a 6-0 triumph over the Calgary Flames. Henrik Sedin and defenseman Mattias Ohlund each notched a goal and an assist and Steve Bernier and Rick Rypien also scored for Vancouver, which honored the memory of former defenseman Luc Bourdon prior to the game. (National Post)
Blackhawks' Eager suspended Oct 10, 2008
CANUCKS SEND 3 DOWN TO AHL: Veteran Vancouver Canucks forwards Matt Pettinger, Jeff Cowan and Jason Krog were sent down to the AHL after clearing waivers on Wednesday. All rights reserved. (News & Observer -- Sports)
A New Hockey Era Begins Oct 10, 2008
It is the biggest single season operational change for the franchise since local interest bought out the Vancouver Canucks back in 1972 and the team operated independently. Those were dark days for hockey here, but the team survived and so it will again. (R News)
Michael FarberON THE FLY Oct 8, 2008
Roberto Luongo won't have a "C" on his jersey, but the Vancouver Canucks will get one on his mask, a small end-around the NHL rule that has been in place since the late 1940s prohibiting goalies from being captains. The rule was adopted after Montreal goalie and captain Bill Durnan often skated out of his crease to have a little chinwag with the referee about rule interpretations and such -- as is the captain's right. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Rug rats become gym rats Oct 8, 2008
But starting in the 1990s, athletic trainers such as Peter Twist, then working with the Vancouver Canucks, started developing weightlifting regimens that mimicked on-ice hockey movements using balance balls, ladders, resistance bands, ropes and small weights. Turns out, what's good for Sidney Crosby is also good for eight-year-olds. (Globe and Mail)
RazorGator Reports NHL Rinks Attracting High Demand for Start of 2008-09 Season Oct 7, 2008
The highest average ticket price for a debut game from RazorGator is $301 to see the Vancouver Canucks and Calgary Flames in Vancouver on Oct. 9 ... Vancouver Canucks $301 $129 $778 $227 Montreal Canadiens $283 $123 $705 $155 Toronto Maple Leafs $272 $100 $700 $201 Edmonton Oilers $244 $140 $503 $125 Calgary Flames $237 $146 $392 $185 New York Rangers $204 $90 $420 $152 Minnesota Wild $174 $103 $308 $108 Detroit Red Wings $170 $55 $588 $34 Pittsburgh Penguins $158 $89 $554 $155 Ottawa Senators... (PR Newswire)
FIFA head: Too many foreign owners Oct 7, 2008
The Vancouver Canucks traded defenseman Lukas Krajicek and minor league forward Juraj Simek to the Tampa Bay Lightning for defenseman Shane O'Brien and right wing Michel Ouellet. MOTORSPORTS. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Moose goalie on a mission Oct 7, 2008
The parent club was busy yesterday and the move by the Vancouver Canucks will certainly impact the Manitoba Moose. Canucks general manager Mike Gillis made a deal with the Tampa Bay Lightning yesterday, shipping off skilled blue-liner Lukas Krajicek and minor-league forward Juraj Simek in exchange for defenceman Shane O'Brien and winger Michel Ouellet. (Winnipeg Sun)
Lightning makes four-player trade Oct 7, 2008
Tampa Bay defenseman Shane O'Brien was traded to the Vancouver Canucks in a four-player deal Monday ... Advertisements The Vancouver Canucks traded defenseman Lukas Krajicek and minor-league forward Juraj Simek to the Tampa Bay Lightning on Monday for defenseman Shane O'Brien and right wing Michel Ouellet. (News & Observer -- Sports)
