Canucks Trade for Marcus Pettersson and Drew O'Connor in Roster Overhaul

Vancouver sends a conditional first-round pick and three players to Pittsburgh, reshaping their lineup ahead of playoff push.

The Vancouver Canucks acquired defenseman Marcus Pettersson and forward Drew O'Connor from the Pittsburgh Penguins in exchange for Danton Heinen, Vincent Desharnais, Melvin Fernström, and a conditional 2025 first-round pick.
Pettersson, a top-four defenseman with strong possession metrics, is expected to bolster the Canucks’ defensive core behind Quinn Hughes.
O'Connor, a versatile winger and penalty-kill contributor, adds depth to Vancouver’s middle-six forwards as he approaches unrestricted free agency.
The Penguins continue their rebuild by gaining young talent, including prospect Fernström, and additional draft capital to support their future plans.
This trade follows Vancouver’s earlier blockbuster deal sending J.T. Miller to the Rangers, signaling significant roster changes as the Canucks remain one point out of a playoff spot.