With the Olympics over, NHL trade rumors have gone into overdrive. The latest bit of news comes out Vancouver. The latest bit of information posits that the Canucks could have an imminent deal for a defenseman.
According to Canucks insider Rick Dhaliwal, the club could be getting ready to deal veteran blueliner Tyler Myers. Per Dhaliwal, Myers will be sitting out the Canucks’ game against the Winnipeg Jets on Wednesday night.
While there are no specifics on what the deal could be, it’s no surprise to hear Myers’ name immersed in NHL trade rumors. The 36-year-old Myers is in the second year of his current deal. Said deal comes with a $3 million cap hit. He’s a decent depth defensive addition, with a relatively modest hit.
It’s worth pointing out that he’s hardly an offensive-minded defenseman. But teams looking for some support on the blue line could find value in Myers.
Fans should keep an eye on breaking news, as a deal could come later in the evening. It wouldn’t be surprising to see a late-night trade come down the pipeline.
Looking at Return for Myers
Depending on the team targeting Myers, the return could be somewhat solid. The Canucks did a good job of getting a healthy package for Quinn Hughes. Of course, that will not be the case for Myers.
Still, if NHL trade rumors prove true, the Canucks could get a couple of decent pieces. It wouldn’t be a surprise to see the asking price for Myers include something like a second-round pick and a mid-tier prospect.
The Canucks would likely want to get a defenseman who could step into Myers’ spot. Alternatively, a good prospect could be enticing for the Canucks.
Meanwhile, a second-round pick would be a major coup for GM Patrik Allvin. Perhaps a combination of late-round picks would also be something the Canucks might want to do.
NHL Trade Rumors Picking Up in Vancouver
Myers isn’t the only Vancouver Canucks player making the rounds in NHL trade rumors. One of the most notable names making the rounds is Elias Pettersson. The latest chatter purports that Pettersson, like Myers, is on the block in Vancouver.
Pettersson has been the subject of ongoing NHL trade rumors this season. The most recent talk has the Swedish forward going to the LA Kings. However, that’s something that may not happen at this year’s trade deadline.
If anything, it might be plausible to see Pettersson move during the offseason. The Canucks will want to maximize their return for Pettersson. That’s why an in-season trade might not be the best option.
For now, the likeliest target is Tyler Myers. NHL trade rumors have gone into overdrive regarding the Canucks’ rearguard. Still, the overall perception is that the Canucks are willing to get trigger-happy if the right deal comes along.
If such a deal involves Pettersson this season, so be it. The NHL trade deadline will come down to March 6 at 3 pm EST. There’s still about a week for teams to position themselves for a potential playoff run this spring.
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