Canucks Secure Marcus Pettersson with 6-Year, $33 Million Deal
The newly acquired defenseman signs a long-term extension just days after joining the Vancouver roster.
- Marcus Pettersson has signed a six-year, $33 million contract extension with the Vancouver Canucks, carrying an average annual value (AAV) of $5.5 million.
- The 28-year-old defenseman was acquired from the Pittsburgh Penguins last week in a trade that also brought forward Drew O’Connor to Vancouver.
- Pettersson has made an immediate impact in his first two games with the Canucks, showcasing his leadership and defensive skills.
- The deal was finalized as Pettersson was set to become an unrestricted free agent at the end of the current season.
- Canucks General Manager Patrik Allvin praised Pettersson's poise, hockey intelligence, and contributions on both ends of the ice.