Sekeres & Price Show John Shannon: Thoughts on the Sherwood deal and a look at the rest of the trade market.
Jan 19, 2026
John Shannon, a veteran hockey broadcaster and former executive producer of Hockey Night in Canada, shares his insights on the Vancouver Canucks' recent trade activities. He discusses the complexities of player trade protection clauses and their impact on management decisions. Shannon highlights the challenges of meeting fan expectations after the team's performance decline and advocates for a long-term rebuilding strategy. He also forecasts a flurry of trades before the Olympic freeze and weighs in on prospect development versus immediate roster needs.
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Hughes Trade Sets High Bar
- Shannon views the Quinn Hughes trade as a home run and a fair return given the circumstances.
- He warns that setting that haul as the expectation for every future trade is unrealistic.
Treat Picks As Flexible Currency
- Getting two second-round picks and a depth defenseman for Kiefer Sherwood gives Vancouver draft currency and roster options.
- Use picks as trade currency or to restock the roster with players who can play next season.
Trade Early To Avoid Deadline Rush
- Moving Sherwood now avoids the risk of waiting for a short post-Olympic window where prices might inflate.
- Jim Rutherford's approach is to get ahead and secure fair returns sooner rather than later.