Vancouver Canucks Name Johnson GM, Sedins Co-Presidents of Hockey Operations
Ryan Johnson would become the franchise’s 13th GM and report to Henrik and Daniel Sedin as Vancouver overhauls its roster.
- The Vancouver Canucks promoted Ryan Johnson to general manager, while forwards Henrik Sedin and Daniel Sedin were appointed as co-presidents of hockey operations to lead the organization.
- Following a search involving over 15 candidates, president of hockey operations Jim Rutherford announced on May 6 he will step down after next month's draft to transition into an advisory role.
- Johnson, a 49-year-old former NHL centre, joined the organization in 2013 and previously served as general manager of the Abbotsford Canucks, where he guided the team to a 2024-25 Calder Cup championship.
- Preparing for next month's NHL Draft in Buffalo ranks among the first tasks for the new administration, as the club holds the third overall selection in the upcoming entry event.
- Management must now determine the future of head coach Adam Foote, while the Sedins' deep trust among the Vancouver fan base is expected to aid the organization's broader rebuilding efforts.
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The Vancouver Canucks are promoting Ryan Johnson to general manager and team legends Daniel and Henrik Sedin to co-presidents of hockey operations, according to multiple reports on Thursday.
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