Canucks Rumors: Insider Names Surprising New Trade Suitor For Vancouver

Friday, January 17, 2025 ,

The New Jersey Devils have emerged as a potential trade partner for the Vancouver Canucks in discussions involving star forwards Elias Pettersson and J.T. Miller, according to Sportsnet insider Nick Kypreos. 

With $7.469 million in projected trade deadline cap space, the Devils are in a good position to make a big move to strengthen their roster. 

“Keep an eye on New Jersey for either player,” Kypreos said, pointing to the Devils’ combination of young talent, draft capital, and financial flexibility as factors that could facilitate a deal.

Pettersson and Miller would be major additions to an already strong Devils lineup featuring stars like Jack Hughes and Nico Hischier. 

While Miller’s $8 million cap hit and full no-movement clause present wrinkles, and Pettersson’s $11.6 million deal lacks such restrictions only for this season, New Jersey has the assets to negotiate. 

Their prospect pool, including players like Simon Nemec, Seamus Casey, and Arseny Gritsyuk, along with multiple second-round picks in 2025 and future first-rounders, aligns with Vancouver’s needs, particularly on the blue line, making the Devils an appealing trade partner.

Kypreos noted that while an offseason move may be easier, a trade before the March 7 deadline is not out of the question. 

“The Devils have assets and player pieces the Canucks could find attractive,” Kypreos explained. 

Whether this speculation leads to a blockbuster trade or remains hypothetical, the Devils could be willing to explore all options as they aim to solidify themselves as serious contenders this season.

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