Canucks Central Jannik Hansen on Rossi’s Surge + Vancouver’s Goaltending Environment
Mar 21, 2026
Jannik Hansen, former Vancouver Canuck turned hockey analyst who works with youth and community programs, breaks down Marco Rossi’s recent surge and underrated playmaking. He talks about how Rossi stabilizes the center spot and lifts Boeser’s game. He also explains Vancouver’s difficult goaltending environment and how it complicates evaluating netminders.
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Rossi's Passing Stabilized Vancouver's Center Spot
- Marco Rossi's passing and playmaking have stabilized Vancouver's center spot and boosted Brock Boeser's production.
- Jannik Hansen notes Rossi's surge (nine points in four games) creates higher-quality scoring chances and relieved the center 'black hole'.
Passing Over Power Explains Rossi's Production
- Passing ability can be the hidden differentiator for players without elite speed or size.
- Hansen says Rossi's art of setting teammates up creates grade-A chances rather than low-percentage looks.
Give Young Players A Longer Leash After A Fresh Start
- Give young players changing scenery time and a longer leash to prove consistency.
- Hansen recommends more ice time and opportunities after trades or fresh starts before declaring a player's ceiling or role.