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NHL·PREVIEW·September 17, 2026 11:18 PM ET

Gallagher cites motivated Canucks group as camp opens

Lankinen, Debrusk and Oleksiak also took questions.

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"I think it's a determined group this year and it looks like they're coming in with some motivation and I think that's a

What happened: Brendan Gallagher said Vancouver opened camp with a more determined, motivated feel as the Canucks began day 1 work Friday. Gallagher, Jamie Oleksiak, Kevin Lankinen and Jake Debrusk all spoke after the opening session.

Why it matters: The comments set an early tone for a club opening preseason work after a summer of roster change, including Gallagher's move to Vancouver. Camp is where those additions start sorting fit, roles and leadership before exhibition games and the Oct. 1 home opener.

What to watch: Vancouver continues camp in Penticton before returning to Rogers Arena for its Oct. 1 home opener against Edmonton.

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