Rick Tocchet's coaching status remains stable with Canucks

As the Vancouver Canucks aim for a playoff spot, attention is turning to head coach Rick Tocchet's future. His contract includes an option for the 2025-26 season. General managers Patrik Allvin and Jim Rutherford will decide if he will stay on. NHL insider Elliotte Friedman recently spoke about Tocchet's situation. He believes that Tocchet will not let contract talks distract him or his players. Friedman said Tocchet is focused on the playoffs and will deal with contract discussions after the season. Tocchet, who is 60 years old, joined the Canucks in January 2023. Since then, he has led the team in 185 games with a record of 101 wins, 60 losses, and 24 overtime losses. Any decision about his contract may depend on how the team performs during the current season's playoffs.