In late November 2023, the Calgary Flames traded defenseman Nikita Zadorov to the Vancouver Canucks. The Flames received a fifth-round pick in the 2024 NHL Draft and a third-round pick in the 2026 NHL Draft in exchange.
Zadorov quickly became one of the Canucks' best players, bringing significant physicality to the team and performing well in the 2024 playoffs. However, a recent Instagram post from Zadorov's wife revealed that they are spending their "last days in Vancouver," shocking Canucks fans.
It appears Zadorov will enter free agency and could command a high price. In 13 playoff games, he scored four goals and tallied eight points. During the regular season, he scored six goals and 20 points, along with 125 penalty minutes, showcasing his physical presence on the ice.
