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2 days ago
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The Hockey News' Vancouver Canucks Mailbag: Chytil, The 2025 Draft & More
Welcome to this edition of The Hockey News' Vancouver Canucks Mailbag. In this series, we answer your questions about what is going on with the Canucks. In this article, we look at where Filip Chytil fits in the lineup, the upcoming 2025 NHL Entry Draft & more. Latest From THN's Vancouver Canucks Site: Could The Canucks Lose Manny Malhotra To The Stars During The 2025 Off-Season? Advertisement Vancouver Canucks Head Coach Adam Foote Discusses New Assistant Coaches Kevin Dean, Brett McLean, And Scott Young 'They're Great Hockey Minds, And They'll Help Us A Lot': Canucks Adam Foote Details How He Will Utilize The Sedins During The 2025–26 Season Filip Chytil, first or second line winger? While Chytil is primarily a center, there is an argument that he could be dominant on the wing. One of the reasons why Chytil would work on the wing is his ability to create controlled zone entries, rather than dump and chase the puck. If the Canucks can add some depth down the middle, bumping Chytil out to the wing and playing him as a duo with Jonathan Lekkerimäki would give Vancouver more options in the middle six. Why are the Canucks so opposed to building through the draft? If they trade this year's pick, that will be only two first-round picks in 6 years? This is a good question that I wish I had an answer for. While the Canucks have found some late-round gems recently, like Kirill Kudryavtsev, Ty Mueller, and Ty Young, not having selections in the first two rounds over the past few seasons is likely to hurt them in the future. Ultimately, why give up assets and trade for a player like Dylan Guenther when, instead, the organization can draft and develop him? If the Canucks were to acquire the rights to Marco Rossi, what could a potential trade look like? If Vancouver is interested in acquiring Marco Rossi, it will cost them a few assets. While his time with the Minnesota Wild hasn't gone as planned, he is still a young, skilled player who could slide in as a second-line center. A very possible trade package could be the 15th overall pick in 2025, along with a prospect like Sawyer Mynio or Riley Patterson. Which Abbotsford Canucks have been the most impressive to you during their playoff run? There have been many standouts during the Abbotsford Canucks 2025 Calder Cup Playoff run. Up front, Max Sasson and Linus Karlsson continue to step up, while Victor Mancini has been arguably Abbotsford's best defenceman. The real star, however, has been goaltender Artūrs Šilovs, whose recent play will force the organization into making some tough decisions during the 2025 off-season. What does the Canucks defense look like for the next three years? How does it change? How Vancouver shapes their defence in the future depends on Quinn Hughes. If he elects to stay, the only significant change would be Tom Willander for Tyler Myers, as Myers would most likely be retired by then. If Hughes decides to leave, however, it could spark a rebuild, which would mean younger players the Canucks have acquired, either through the draft or trade, getting some opportunities at the NHL level. Advertisement If you have questions that you want answered in the future, you can submit them here.\ Feb 2, 2025; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Vancouver Canucks forward Filip Chytil (72) skates against the Detroit Red Wings in the second period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images Make sure you bookmark THN's Vancouver Canucks site and add us to your favourites on Google News for the latest news, exclusive interviews, breakdowns, and so much more. Also, be sure to leave a comment at the bottom of the page and engage with other passionate fans through our forum.
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20-05-2025
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Center options for Rangers with No. 12 pick in 2025 NHL Draft: Jack Nesbitt, Roger McQueen
Now that the interesting new NHL Draft Lottery is complete, the New York Rangers have an already documented decision to make on whether to retain the No. 12 overall pick or send it to the Pittsburgh Penguins to close the circle on a pair of trades made this season. If the Rangers hold on to this year's first-round pick, the decision to take the best center available seems to be the most likely course of action. Though this draft doesn't seem to be as deep as next year's, it's not often the Rangers find themselves with an opportunity to select this high in the first round. And that gives them the chance to land a quality center, even if several are gone by time that 12th pick is on the clock. Immediately following the lottery, held their own mock draft with draft gurus Adam Kimelman and Mike Morreale making their picks. Each projected the Rangers to select a big center, Jack Nesbitt and Roger McQueen. Assuming one or both of these centers fall to pick 12, let's breakdown the options between Nesbitt and McQueen. Advertisement Related: Why Rangers must take best center available if they keep No. 12 pick in 2025 NHL Draft Jack Nesbitt Windsor Spitfires; 6-foot-4, 185 pounds Analysis from Adam Kimelman: 'The Rangers need to get younger through the middle of the ice, and Nesbitt was able to use his size and skating to stand out on a strong Windsor team this season. He plays a smart 200-foot game to go with his strong offensive skill set.' Nesbitt may not have the same acceleration, but I see a lot of Filip Chytil in the Windsor Spitfires center. Aside from having the similar build and left handedness, the 18-year-old is basically a slower (yet efficient) but stronger version of Chytil, that projects to be solid 3C with 2C upside. He has enough momentum in his big stride to drive through the neutral zone. Though Nesbitt may not drive play at an elite level, he makes up for that in compete and high IQ, and is solid in all three zones. He's not afraid to get dirty to protect his net, and uses his smarts in the offensive zone to provide consistent puck support. Nesbitt has a deceptive shot, just like Chytil, and can find the open man when he draws attention as the puck carrier. Nesbitt's certainly not afraid to take a hit to make a play, but like Chytil, could protect himself better once he fills out. He'll have no problem over time gaining muscle and perhaps adding to his acceleration to be an effective forward in the NHL. Once he does, similarities to Jamie Benn have been stated already, a late pick who needed some seasoning in his own right. After finishing the season fifth on Windsor with 64 points (25 goals, 39 assists) in 65 games, Nesbitt had 10 points (one goal, nine assists) to go along with 30 penalty minutes in 12 OHL playoff games. Projected timeline to the Rangers lineup: 2-3 years Roger McQueen Brandon Wheat Kings; 6-foot-5, 197 pounds Analysis from Mike Morreale: Advertisement 'There's a lot to like about the right-handed center, who has size, a big shot and deft scoring touch to complement an extremely good motor. McQueen could be a steal at this point in the draft. He had 20 points (10 goals, 10 assists) despite missing 51 games.' Once he fills out more and adds 15 pounds or so of muscle, the maturity of McQueen's game will dictate how quickly he's an effective NHL hockey player. He has great hands for his size and could be the guy who goes as high as sixth overall to the Philadelphia Flyers, per Kimelman's mock draft. McQueen has a strong shot that he can beat goalies from anywhere, even on the zone entry. On the power play, he is very effective on the half wall as a scoring threat. Opposing players have to respect his mix of size, hands and creativity. Simply, he's a handful. Before the season, McQueen was projected as a top-10 pick. However, McQueen is now viewed as a high-risk, high-reward player because he only played 17 games due to a back injury that sidelined him for five months. Teams will be enticed to take McQueen sooner, but if the injury leaves him sitting there at 12, Drury shouldn't hesitate. He's more of a play driver than Nesbitt, so that and his larger upside makes McQueen my pick if deciding between the two. Both should be effective, but McQueen seems to have the pedigree to be a solid right-handed top-six center. While his style compares to Kirby Dach, hopefully his injury history doesn't. It should be noted that McQueen returned in the WHL playoffs, scoring one goal in three games. Brandon lost in five games to Lethbridge in the first round. Projected timeline to the Rangers lineup: 1-2 years
National Post
04-05-2025
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NHL Draft Lottery: Canucks should put their pick in play for a proven centre
Article content It's always prudent to draft and develop NHL prospects. Article content Article content However, when the priority changes, so does the plan. That's where the Vancouver Canucks are positioned among 16 non-playoff teams in the NHL Draft lottery Monday (4 p.m., Pacific, Sportsnet). Article content They desperately need to trade for a proven centre and their first-round selection for the June 27-28 NHL Draft in Los Angeles — odds are 97.9 per cent it will remain 15th overall — should be part of the package. Article content The Canucks are tied with the San Jose Sharks for worst shot at selecting first overall Monday at 0.5 per cent. However, even if a miracle occurs to pick No. 1 for the first time in franchise history, the Canucks can't claim it. As of 2021, teams can only move up 10 positions, so fifth overall is as high as they can climb. Article content And if that gift from the hockey gods actually lands, it would add ammunition to taking trade aim at improving the centre position. Hard to pass on a potential No. 5 pick, but these are hard times and management needs to be proactive. Article content The trade exit of J.T. Miller, struggles of Elias Pettersson, concussion history of Filip Chytil, and uncertain future of unrestricted free agent Pius Suter, who is coming off a career 25-goal season, present a suspect pecking order. Article content Can Pettersson find presence and persistency required of a No. 1 pivot? Can Chytil stay healthy? There are free agency options to augment what's in place, but is that being prudent? The Canucks maintain they must trade for a centre. Article content Sam Bennett, 28, of the Florida Panthers will get a free-agency bump on his expiring US$4.4 million cap hit after 25 goals and 51 points while playing behind top centre Aleksander Barkov. And he does have that presence. Jack Rosolvic, 28, of the Carolina Hurricanes has been post-season scratch after 22 goals on an expiring $2.8 million cap commitment. Article content Deep down, you wonder if the Canucks will make a big trade play for a true No. 1 centre. That way, Pettersson and Chytil move down a notch, and if the versatile Suter is retained, he can move to wing. Article content Article content Dylan Larkin, 28, has been a consummate captain and contributor for the Detroit Red Wings over 10 seasons. He was critical of his club's lack of trade-deadline improvements for a shot at a playoff spot for the first time in nine seasons. Article content For Larkin to go off like that was rare and it could hint of a disconnect with the general manager. Steve Yzerman didn't dwell on what his captain said, only that he needs more from this leaders.
Fox Sports
01-04-2025
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'Odds are against' Filip Chytil playing for the Canucks again this season, coach Rick Tocchet says
Associated Press VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) — Vancouver Canucks center Filip Chytil may miss for the rest of the season after experiencing a setback in his attempt to return from another concussion. Coach Rick Tocchet said Tuesday that Chytil, who's 25, has experienced good and bad days trying to work back. The 25-year-old from Czechia has not played since getting concussed when he was hit from behind by Chicago's Jason Dickinson on March 15. 'He would go out and skate and felt good, the next day not as good,' Tocchet said. 'To be honest with you guys, does he play this year? Maybe the odds are against it. Plus you don't want to put a guy in that type of position. But when a guy has good days and bad days, obviously you're not going to play the guy.' Asked if there was concern about Chytil's hockey-playing career continuing because of his concussion history, Tocchet added he was not sure. 'I talked to him today and he said it was different than his last concussion,' Tocchet said. 'The bad days aren't as bad, so that's a positive, so I think we've got to take the positive approach. Plus he's got four, five months to rebuild himself, or who knows? We've just got to take it day by day with this guy right now.' Vancouver acquired Chytil in late January as part of the return for trading J.T. Miller to the New York Rangers. Chytil has already had multiple concussions in the NHL and does not turn 26 until September. The Canucks, who are making a desperate push to make the playoffs, are also not sure about the status of center Elias Pettersson, who has not played since getting injured March 22 against the Rangers. Tocchet said Pettersson was day to day. Captain Quinn Hughes has missed time for a lower-body injury and winger Brock Boeser was temporarily sidelined by a concussion. All-Star goalie Thatcher Demko missed training camp and the beginning of the season as he worked his way back from a rare knee injury, then went down with another injury in February. 'There's been a lot of things that've hit this team,' Tocchet said. 'And you're looking for culture stuff, right? Who's all in and who's not. When you have a lot of guys all buying in, you can withstand some stuff.' The Canucks (34-27-13) are chasing the Minnesota Wild, St. Louis Blues and Calgary Flames for the final two playoff spots in the Western Conference as they get set to host the Seattle Kraken on Wednesday. The odds of making a playoff run aren't in Vancouver's favor, but everyone on the team is staying committed, Demko said, even as injuries continue to ravage the lineup. 'I think as a group, we've been through a lot this year,' Demko said. 'It's obviously not an easy situation right now with some of the guys out, but I feel like our effort's been there every game. We haven't mailed it in, we're not using it as an excuse. We're showing up every night and giving it a solid effort. So really proud of the guys coming together and trying to get some wins here.' ___ AP NHL:
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01-04-2025
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'Odds are against' Filip Chytil playing for the Canucks again this season, coach Rick Tocchet says
'Odds are against' Filip Chytil playing for the Canucks again this season, coach Rick Tocchet says Vancouver Canucks' Filip Chytil, right, is checked by Calgary Flames' Blake Coleman during second period NHL hockey action in Calgary, Alta., Wednesday, March 12, 2025. (Jeff McIntosh/The Canadian Press via AP) VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) — Vancouver Canucks center Filip Chytil may miss for the rest of the season after experiencing a setback in his attempt to return from another concussion. Coach Rick Tocchet said Tuesday that Chytil, who's 25, has experienced good and bad days trying to work back. The 25-year-old from Czechia has not played since getting concussed when he was hit from behind by Chicago's Jason Dickinson on March 15. Advertisement 'He would go out and skate and felt good, the next day not as good,' Tocchet said. 'To be honest with you guys, does he play this year? Maybe the odds are against it. Plus you don't want to put a guy in that type of position. But when a guy has good days and bad days, obviously you're not going to play the guy.' Asked if there was concern about Chytil's hockey-playing career continuing because of his concussion history, Tocchet added he was not sure. 'I talked to him today and he said it was different than his last concussion,' Tocchet said. 'The bad days aren't as bad, so that's a positive, so I think we've got to take the positive approach. Plus he's got four, five months to rebuild himself, or who knows? We've just got to take it day by day with this guy right now.' Vancouver acquired Chytil in late January as part of the return for trading J.T. Miller to the New York Rangers. Chytil has already had multiple concussions in the NHL and does not turn 26 until September. Advertisement The Canucks, who are making a desperate push to make the playoffs, are also not sure about the status of center Elias Pettersson, who has not played since getting injured March 22 against the Rangers. Tocchet said Pettersson was day to day. Captain Quinn Hughes has missed time for a lower-body injury and winger Brock Boeser was temporarily sidelined by a concussion. All-Star goalie Thatcher Demko missed training camp and the beginning of the season as he worked his way back from a rare knee injury, then went down with another injury in February. 'There's been a lot of things that've hit this team,' Tocchet said. 'And you're looking for culture stuff, right? Who's all in and who's not. When you have a lot of guys all buying in, you can withstand some stuff.' The Canucks (34-27-13) are chasing the Minnesota Wild, St. Louis Blues and Calgary Flames for the final two playoff spots in the Western Conference as they get set to host the Seattle Kraken on Wednesday. Advertisement The odds of making a playoff run aren't in Vancouver's favor, but everyone on the team is staying committed, Demko said, even as injuries continue to ravage the lineup. 'I think as a group, we've been through a lot this year,' Demko said. 'It's obviously not an easy situation right now with some of the guys out, but I feel like our effort's been there every game. We haven't mailed it in, we're not using it as an excuse. We're showing up every night and giving it a solid effort. So really proud of the guys coming together and trying to get some wins here.' ___ AP NHL:
