Sekeres & Price Show Cam Robinson: Draft projections and trade targets for the Canucks rebuild.
Jan 14, 2026
Cam Robinson, Director at Elite Prospects, shares his insights on the NHL trade market and the potential fallout from teams eyeing Elias Pettersson. He discusses whether trading Pettersson would indicate a full rebuild for Vancouver, and evaluates Logan Stankoven as a trade piece. Cam also highlights Ivar Stenberg's rise in the draft rankings and analyzes the prospects of Tynan Lawrence and Caleb Malhotra. Plus, he explores how Vancouver could leverage cap space to acquire assets, making for a thrilling discussion on the future of the Canucks.
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Pedersen Draws Quiet Trade Interest
- Teams have been quietly 'kicking the tires' on Elias Pettersson despite inconsistent production.
- His recent scoring and defensive play keep him attractive to playoff-bound teams like Carolina.
Stankoven Could Be Key Return
- A return including a young center like Logan Stankoven plus picks could make a Pedersen trade realistic.
- Such a deal would signal Vancouver committing to a deeper, longer rebuild.
Make Trades Match Your Rebuild Vision
- Decide whether short-term optimism about Pettersson justifies keeping expensive veterans or to sell now.
- Use recent hot stretches as leverage only if it matches your organizational rebuild vision.