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Dreger: Canucks listening to offers on Elias Pettersson

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Jan 13, 2026, 20:07 EST
As the Vancouver Canucks remain at the bottom of the NHL standings, signs continue to emerge that the organization may be preparing for a significant shift in direction as it enters its next phase.
On Tuesday’s episode of Insider Trading on TSN, Darren Dreger reported that Canucks management has indicated they are now willing to listen to trade talk on most players, including the more high-profile names on the roster:
“Obviously, every club in the National Hockey League has untouchables, but management of the Vancouver Canucks is now using the rebuild word. So they have to be open for business, open for just about anything, and that might include finally trading Elias Pettersson. Now, we know that there’s been a ton of speculation from a media perspective on Pettersson’s future with the Vancouver Canucks. That was more into the offseason – more last season than to this point. I can tell you, there’s been no communication with the agent who represents Elias Pettersson – Pat Brisson – and they would have to communicate directly with Pettersson’s camp, because he has the no move clause. But, the Vancouver Canucks are listening and will listen to interest in Pettersson despite believing that if he gets a change of scenery and a new start somewhere else, he’s going to thrive in a new environment.”
The report comes as the club has begun using the term “rebuild” publicly, a notable change in approach for an organization that has previously attempted to remain competitive.
Pettersson is currently in the second season of an eight-year, $92.8 million contract with an average annual value of $11.6 million. Through 37 games this season, he has registered 27 points, a significant decrease in pace seen from the former Calder Trophy winner, who once posted a 39-goal, 102-point season in 2022-23.
Whether Pettersson factors into the next competitive iteration of the Canucks remains uncertain, but Vancouver has clearly signalled a willingness to explore all options.
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