Jim Benning
Turning Point or Missed Fortune? Vancouver Canucks’ Drafting Drama Revealed
The 2016 NHL Draft: A Fateful Decision The 2016 NHL draft marked a turning point for the Vancouver Canucks, as they faced a critical decision with the fifth overall pick. Led by then-General Manager Jim Benning, the team chose to select Olli Juolevi, a promising defenseman from the London Knights. However, their choice meant passing […]
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Player Profile: Jack Rathbone
Jack Rathbone was born in West Roxbury, Massachusetts, on May 20th, 1999. The truth is, Jack had hockey in his blood from the time he was born. His father, Jason, played for Boston College for four years, from 1988 to 1992. He wore an A in his final season with Boston College before playing only […]
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BTLHP Thoughts: Majors Changes in Vancouver, Flyers Head Coach Firing
Jim Benning and Travis Green Fired From The Canucks’ The Vancouver Canucks fire General Manager Jim Benning and Head Coach Travis Green, after a poor start to the 2021-22 season, with a record of 8-15-2. This was a long time coming for both Green and Benning. Bruce Boudreau filled the Head Coaching role. Who Could […]
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Where do you go from here, Vancouver?
Late Sunday evening, the Vancouver Canucks released a statement that they have fired Jim Benning, Travis Green, John Weisbrod, and Nolan Baumgartner. A collective sigh of relief could be felt around British Columbia. Fans have been calling for the jobs of Benning and Green for over a year. After coming off an off-season, Jim Benning […]
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