Vancouver Canucks Name Ryan Johnson GM, Sedin Twins Co-Presidents

The Vancouver Canucks appointed Ryan Johnson as general manager and brothers Henrik and Daniel Sedin as co-presidents of hockey operations on May 14, 2026 ^[2].

These leadership changes signal a fundamental shift in the organization's direction. By installing former players into the highest levels of management, the team seeks to stabilize its internal environment and rebuild a collaborative culture.

The appointments follow a period of instability in the front office. The moves come after the franchise fired former general manager Patrik Allvin and the resignation of Jim Rutherford. The team intends to use this new structure to build a stronger organization, and a more cohesive environment for the players and staff.

In total, three former players have been added to the front office as part of this restructuring ^[1]. Ryan Johnson will take over the day-to-day operations of the roster as general manager. Meanwhile, Henrik and Daniel Sedin will oversee the broader strategic vision of the team in their roles as co-presidents of hockey operations.

This transition marks a return to the franchise for the Sedin twins, who are among the most prominent figures in the history of the Vancouver team. Their presence in the front office is expected to bridge the gap between the team's legacy and its future goals.

Johnson's arrival as general manager coincides with a mandate to challenge the current roster to reach a higher level of performance. The organization believes that the combined experience of Johnson and the Sedins will provide the necessary leadership to move past recent management failures.