Vancouver Canucks part ways with GM Patrik Allvin after dismal season

The Vancouver Canucks have officially moved on from general manager Patrik Allvin following one of the most disappointing seasons in franchise history.

President of hockey operations Jim Rutherford announced Friday morning that Allvin has been relieved of his duties after four seasons with the club.

“I would like to thank Patrik for all his hard work over the past four seasons,” Rutherford said in a statement.

“Under his guidance we have accumulated a lot of good young talent and he has helped us lay the foundation of our rebuild. This season was disappointing for everyone in the organization and we understand how frustrating it was for those who care about the team.”

Allvin was hired as the 12th general manager in franchise history on January 26th, 2022, becoming the first Swedish-born GM in NHL history.

During his tenure, the Canucks made the playoffs just once, highlighted by a Pacific Division title and a playoff series win in the 2023–24 season.

However, any momentum from that campaign quickly disappeared.

The 2025–26 season proved to be a breaking point, with Vancouver finishing last in the NHL standings at 25-49-8.

The club’s .354 points percentage ranked among the worst in franchise history, matching the struggles of the 1998–99 season and trailing only the team’s expansion years in 1971–72 and 1972–73.

The collapse marked a sharp reversal for a team that just two seasons earlier appeared to be turning a corner under Allvin’s leadership.

Before joining Vancouver, Allvin spent 16 years with the Pittsburgh Penguins, working his way through scouting and management roles including assistant general manager.

He was part of a front office group that won three Stanley Cups during his tenure in Pittsburgh. He also began his NHL executive career with the Montreal Canadiens as a European scout in 2002.

During his time in Vancouver, Allvin was responsible for several key roster decisions including reshaping the blue line, adding depth through trades and free agency and prioritizing younger talent as part of a long-term retool.

While some moves paid off, particularly during the 2023–24 campaign, others failed to produce consistent results and contributed to the team’s steep decline this season.

While Rutherford is expected to remain in his role, questions remain about the future of head coach Adam Foote, as well as potential changes to the team’s scouting department.

Early speculation has already begun around possible replacements, with names like Ryan Johnson emerging as a potential candidate for general manager, while Manny Malhotra has been mentioned in connection with the head coaching role.

Rutherford is expected to address the media later Friday following player availability, where more clarity on the team’s direction could emerge.

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