Major trade between Pittsburgh Penguins and Vancouver Canucks emerges, highlighting both teams major needs
The Vancouver Canucks and Pittsburgh Penguins are reportedly discussing a trade that could address critical needs for both teams.
With Vancouver facing uncertainty in goal due to Thatcher Demko's long-term injury and Arturs Silovs' recent setback, the Canucks are considering acquiring goaltender Alex Nedeljkovic and forward Lars Eller from Pittsburgh. In exchange, Vancouver would send Connor Garland, a 2025 second-round pick to the Penguins, along with additional draft picks.
Nedeljkovic, despite a challenging stint in Detroit, has shown potential and might benefit from a fresh start in Vancouver. Eller, with his playoff experience, could add valuable depth to the Canucks' bottom-six. Moving Garland, whose $4.9 million cap hit through 2026 has been burdensome, would free up cap space for Vancouver to make future moves.
Pittsburgh's addition of Garland would enhance its offensive capabilities, complementing its aging core of Crosby, Malkin, and Letang. The additional draft picks could aid in retooling efforts.
This trade could solve both teams' current issues-Vancouver's goaltending crisis and Pittsburgh's offensive needs-though the final details might evolve as negotiations progress.
Source: NHLTradeRumors
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Who do you think won this trade between these two teams? | ||
| Pittsburgh Penguins | 6 | 42.9 % |
| Vancouver Canucks | 8 | 57.1 % |
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