Canucks Trade Myers, Eyeing Future Draft Picks

0:00From the Daily News Now Network, this is NHL News Today. Subscribe to keep up with every headline, every game. The Vancouver Canucks are in full rebuild mode after a dismal season. They just traded defenseman Tyler Myers to the Dallas Stars for a second-round pick in 2027 and a fourth-rounder in 2029. This move clears cap space and brings in future assets as the team sits dead last in the league standings. Here this week, rumors heated up about more deals. The Canucks talk with the New York Islanders about right-winger Conor Garland, but those discussions have stalled for now. The team has gone just one win, seven losses, and two ties in their last ten games, putting them ten points behind the next worst squad. Players are feeling the heat from this shift. Veteran left-winger Jig Debrusk made it clear he is not on board with a long-term tear down, saying it does not match his style of play. Youngmates and staff reacted to the Myers trade with mixed feelings, knowing its signals tougher times ahead.

1:01Meanwhile, speculation points to even bigger names on the block. StarCenter Elias Petterson, who has a no-move clause, may waive it for a contender. Right-wingers, brought Bozer and others, could follow if offers come in before the trade deadline. According to experts, the path forward means embracing the pain to stockpile high-draft picks. Being young stars like Gavin McKinnon requires finishing near the bottom, setting up a potential turnaround down the road. The Daily News Now is powered by our sponsor. Some people meditate. I just lay down and press play, S-O-L-I, solelypillow.com.