Nils Hoglander - NHL News & Rumors

Set to play Hoglander (illness) is expected to play against the Devils on Sunday, according to Brendan Batchelor of Sportsnet 650.

Impact Despite sitting out Saturday's practice, Hoglander won't miss any game action. He hasn't earned a point in two appearances this season while posting two shots on net and three hits.

DECEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with illness Hoglander is battling an illness Saturday, per Thomas Drance of The Athletic.

Impact Hoglander is still likely to be an option Sunday in New Jersey, but that isn't guaranteed. He has no points and three hits in two appearances this season. If Hoglander is available against the Devils, then head coach Adam Foote might use the 24-year-old forward in a bottom-six capacity.

DECEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

PREGAME | Hoglander vs. Red Wings | Vancouver Canucks Nils Hoglander speaks to the media after morning skate ahead of tonight's matchup.

DECEMBER 8 • NHL.COM

Ready to rock Hoglander (lower body) will be activated from long-term injured reserve ahead of his return to the lineup against Detroit on Monday, according to Brendan Batchelor of Sportsnet 650...

Impact Following a 29-game absence, Hoglander will make his season debut in a fourth-line role. He had eight goals, 25 points, 83 shots on net and 76 hits across 72 appearances during the 2024-25 regular season.

DECEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Could return next week Head coach Adam Foote said Thursday that Hoglander (lower body) could return for the Canucks' game against the Sabres on Dec. 11, Brendan Batchelor of Sportsnet 650 reports.

Impact Hoglander has been sidelined since the start of the regular season due to his lower-body injury, but he recently began traveling with the team and appears to be closing in on a return. He made 72 regular-season appearances for the Canucks last year, logging eight goals, 17 assists, 76 hits, 23 blocked shots and 30 PIM while averaging 12:08 of ice time.

DECEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Traveling with team Hoglander (lower body) joined the Canucks during their four-game road trip but isn't close to returning to action, Rick Dhaliwal of CHEK reports Monday.

Impact Hoglander has been out of action for the entire 2025-26 campaign due to his lower-body injury and will likely continue to miss much of December. Still, the fact that the forward was able to travel with the team should be considered a step in the right direction. Given his lengthy layoff, Hoglander figures to be eased back into practice, likely joining the team on the ice in a non-contact jersey as a first step.

DECEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Canucks' Filip Chytil, Jonathan Lekkerimaki placed on injured reserve: What that means for the team Chytil and Lekkerimaki are on injury reserve following Sunday injuries. Nils Hoglander is on long-term reserve, Victor Mancini Abby bound.

OCTOBER 30 • THEPROVINCE.COM

OCTOBER 25 • THEPROVINCE.COM

Canucks place Filip Chytil, Jonathan Lekkerimaki on injured reserve list Chytil and Lekkerimaki are on injury reserve following Sunday injuries. Nils Hoglander is on long-term reserve, Victor Mancini Abby bound.

OCTOBER 20 • THEPROVINCE.COM

Shifts to LTIR Hoglander (lower body) was moved to long-term injured reserve Monday.

Impact Hoglander received a recovery timeline of 8-10 weeks after undergoing surgery in late September, sidelining him until at least the end of November. However, his move to LTIR suggests his return could be more toward the mid-December range. Hoglander produced eight goals and 25 points in 72 regular-season games during the 2024-25 campaign. It remains unclear when he will be able to make his 2025-26 debut.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Canucks: Why Drew O'Connor has a leg up to replace injured Nils Hoglander Hoglander is sidelined eight to 10 weeks following ankle surgery Monday. Who's the best fit at left winger on the third line?

OCTOBER 5 • THEPROVINCE.COM

On injured reserve Hoglander (lower body) was put on injured reserve Saturday.

Impact Hoglander underwent lower-body surgery in late September and isn't expected to return until late November at the earliest. He had eight goals and 25 points in 72 appearances with Vancouver in 2024-25. When Hoglander is healthy, he will likely serve in a bottom-six capacity.

OCTOBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Canucks: Nils Hoglander sidelined 8-10 weeks following ankle surgery The bowling-ball left winger was going to be part of the redeem team to help get the Canucks back to the NHL playoffs. Now he has to wait

OCTOBER 4 • THEPROVINCE.COM

OCTOBER 2 • THEPROVINCE.COM

Canucks: Why Drew O'Connor has a leg up to replace injured Nils Hoglander Hoglander is sidelined eight to 10 weeks following ankle surgery Monday. Who's the best fit at left winger on the third line?

OCTOBER 1 • THEPROVINCE.COM

Deadspin | Canucks F Nils Hoglander has surgery, out 8-10 weeks Deadspin | Canucks F Nils Hoglander has surgery, out 8-10 weeks

SEPTEMBER 30 • DEADSPIN.COM

SEPTEMBER 30 • THEPROVINCE.COM

Canucks' Nils Höglander To Miss 8-10 Weeks Due To Lower-Body Injury The 2025-26 regular season has yet to start, but the Vancouver Canucks have already been dealt a massive blow from the injury bug. Forward N...

SEPTEMBER 30 • THEHOCKEYNEWS.COM

Set for extended absence General manager Patrik Allvin said Monday that Hoglander underwent successful lower-body surgery and will be out 8-10 weeks.

Impact Hoglander was injured in Wednesday's preseason game versus the Flames, and he'll now be on the shelf until at least late November. Evander Kane and Drew O'Connor figure to see more work on the left side up front, while Vitali Kravtsov or Arshdeep Bains could earn a roster spot out of training camp as a result of Hoglander's absence.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Canucks: How Nils Hoglander can take aim at a season of scoring redemption Hoglander slumped to just eight goals last season after a career-high 24 in 2023-24. At his best, he's edgy, effective and disciplined.

SEPTEMBER 29 • THEPROVINCE.COM

Oilers 4, Canucks 3: Can big winger Drew O'Connor kick in door of opportunity? With an injury to Nils Hoglander, there's a chance for O'Connor to be a big, fast contributor. He looked good Sunday in Edmonton

SEPTEMBER 29 • THEPROVINCE.COM

Canucks: Nils Höglander out week to week Höglander was hurt Wednesday against Calgary.

SEPTEMBER 28 • THEPROVINCE.COM

Canucks: Nils Höglander out week to week Höglander was hurt Wednesday against Calgary.

SEPTEMBER 26 • THEPROVINCE.COM

Week-to-week Hoglander (lower body) is week-to-week after he was injured against the Flames on Wednesday, according to Jeff Paterson of CanucksArmy.com.

Impact Hoglander was expected to start the season on the second line, alongside Filip Chytil and Jonathan Lekkerimaki. Evander Kane is considered likely to move up to the second line in Hoglander's absence. Hoglander had only eight goals in 72 regular-season appearances in 2024-25, a big drop from the 24 goals he potted during the 2023-24 campaign.

SEPTEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Canucks' Hoglander scores before exiting in 3-1 pre-season win over Flames ABBOTSFORD - Vancouver Canucks forward Nils Hoglander scored the opener but later exited in a 3-1 pre-season win over the Calgary Flames on...

SEPTEMBER 25 • THESTAR.COM

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