Despite Denials, Speculation Persists That the Canucks Might Be Quietly for Sale
While sources close to the Vancouver Canucks insist the team is not for sale, persistent rumours continue to circulate suggesting otherwise. This isn’t the first time such speculation has surfaced.
Over the years, there have been inquiries to Canucks headquarters about the possibility of a sale. Although there’s never been a definitive “no,” ownership has consistently maintained that they might consider selling the team—but not Rogers Arena.
And since no buyer would likely want the team without the building, it raises the question: is the team truly on the market?
This conversation reignited after NHL insider and former player Nick Kypreos floated the idea in the Toronto Star on Thursday, questioning whether the Aquilini family—longtime owners of the Canucks—might be contemplating selling all or part of the franchise.
Kypreos noted that Luigi Aquilini and his sons Paolo and Roberto, who aren’t directly involved with team operations, could be growing weary of the constant drama surrounding the organization.
A source within the organization firmly denied any sale is underway. Yet, with Kypreos being well-connected in NHL circles, his musings carry weight. Multiple league sources have also said they’ve heard similar whispers about a potential sale—though it’s possible they’re all simply repeating the same unverified talk.
Regardless of official denials, the speculation doesn’t seem to be going away any time soon.
