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Canucks Search for New GM as Draft Approaches

4/20/2026

Summary

Story summary

Vancouver Canucks are seeking a new general manager after Patrik Allvin's departure.
Jim Rutherford said the candidate must make all hockey decisions and hinted at his involvement.
Potential candidates include Mike Gillis, former Canucks general manager (GM), Judd Brackett, and Eric Crawford, known for talent identification.
The organization is weighing data-centric approaches, signaling a shift toward analytics.
Rutherford aims to finalize the general manager (GM) appointment before the upcoming draft.

History

Historical Context

In 2014, the Vancouver Canucks underwent a significant change with the hiring of Jim Benning as general manager after Mike Gillis's departure. Under Gillis, the team achieved a franchise-record 54 wins in the 2010-11 season. The current search for a new GM reflects a shift in the NHL towards data-driven strategies, potentially reshaping the Canucks' approach in future drafts.

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Story summary

Vancouver Canucks are seeking a new general manager after Patrik Allvin's departure.
Jim Rutherford said the candidate must make all hockey decisions and hinted at his involvement.
Potential candidates include Mike Gillis, former Canucks general manager (GM), Judd Brackett, and Eric Crawford, known for talent identification.
The organization is weighing data-centric approaches, signaling a shift toward analytics.
Rutherford aims to finalize the general manager (GM) appointment before the upcoming draft.

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