BREAKING NEWS:Lights Dim at Rogers Arena-Candlelight Tears Flow for Fallen Canuck Legend Frank Caprice

BREAKING NEWS: Lights Dim at Rogers Arena — Candlelight Tears Flow for Fallen Canuck Legend Frank Caprice

 

Vancouver, BC —

In an emotional display of unity and remembrance, the hockey world stood still tonight as thousands gathered outside Rogers Arena for a candlelight vigil honoring the life and legacy of former Vancouver Canucks goaltender Frank Caprice, who passed away earlier this week at the age of 63.

 

As the lights at the iconic arena dimmed just after sunset, a sea of flickering candles illuminated the crowd. Fans—many wearing vintage Canucks jerseys with Caprice’s name stitched across the back—stood shoulder to shoulder in silence. The moment was broken only by soft sobs and the echo of a recorded goal call from one of Caprice’s most iconic saves.

 

“He was more than a goalie,” said former teammate Trevor Linden, his voice cracking. “Frank was a brother, a mentor, and a quiet hero. Tonight proves how deeply he was loved.”

 

Emotional letters from fans and former players were read aloud by Caprice’s children, each recounting stories of his resilience on the ice and his kindness off it. One letter, addressed simply “To the Canucks Family,” read:

“He saved us more than goals. He saved our spirits. In every blocker, there was a message: I’ve got you. We’ll get through this. Tonight, we light a candle because you lit something in us that will never go out.”

 

Team officials confirmed that Caprice will be honored at a future Canucks home game with a video tribute and a commemorative patch worn by current players for the remainder of the season.

 

As the vigil ended, a group of youth goalies knelt in full gear near the arena steps, candles placed in their gloves. Above them, a banner unfurled across the upper deck façade:

“Once a Canuck. Forever Our Wall.”