Overview
- Vancouver is listening on Elias Pettersson as part of a pivot toward a retool, with multiple teams inquiring and Detroit repeatedly identified by insiders as a suitor.
- Frank Seravalli reports a growing belief among clubs that a Pettersson trade could happen this season, with some wondering about movement before the Feb. 4 Olympic roster freeze.
- Pettersson controls his destination through a full no‑move clause and carries an $11.6 million AAV, factors analysts say could push any deal to the offseason.
- Agent J. P. Barry is unhappy with the speculation and has not been contacted by the Canucks about a trade, while Elliotte Friedman says there is no indication Pettersson would waive in-season.
- Vancouver’s struggles and recent moves, including dealing Quinn Hughes and Kiefer Sherwood, frame the talks as buyers feel pressure after Rasmus Andersson went to Vegas and deadlines near.