Insider Leaks Major Blockbuster Trade Involving Elias Pettersson
According to multiple sources, the Vancouver Canucks recently discussed a major trade involving Elias Pettersson with the Carolina Hurricanes.
Friedman Drops A Bombshell About A Major Trade Involving Pettersson
NHL insider Elliotte Friedman has shared an update revealing that the Vancouver Canucks and Carolina Hurricanes recently engaged in discussions regarding a possible trade involving Elias Pettersson.
The Canucks ultimately decided in favour of another attempt at extending Pettersson, and he, facing the possibility Vancouver could move him, allowed agents Pat Brisson and JP Barry to resume negotiations. Previously, the talented forward indicated he preferred to wait until after the season.
No extension is complete at this time, but there certainly is momentum in that direction, as Daily Faceoff's Frank Seravalli reported Wednesday. Should it be completed, it will allow the Canucks a very clear picture of their future cap situation heading into next week's trade deadline.
- Elliotte Friedman
These talks prompted Pettersson and his agent JP Barry to resume contract negotiations with the Canucks. It seems Pettersson prefers staying in Vancouver over being traded to Carolina.
While no extension has been finalized yet, there's considerable momentum in that direction. Frank Seravalli of Daily Faceoff also reported on Wednesday that there's progress in the talks. If a deal is reached, it will provide the Canucks with clarity regarding their salary cap situation ahead of the upcoming trade deadline.
Canucks insider Dhaliwal reports that things are now trending towards a contract being signed.
Canucks management met with Pettersson in the last few days and they got back to the negotiating table.
Certainly not done but they are talking contract.
Furthermore, Seravalli shared on his Daily Faceoff podcast that it was Pettersson himself who initiated discussions with the team earlier this week, expressing his desire to put an end to the ongoing uncertainty. Seravalli also mentioned that the potential deal could be worth $12+ million per season on a long-term basis.
- Frank Seravalli
This development is surprising considering Pettersson's previous reluctance to negotiate during the season. It appears that external pressures, including fan and media attention, may have influenced the situation.
With these recent developments, it seems there could be significant news coming out of Vancouver in the near future.
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