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Canucks Feisty Winger “Could Go Quickly”, Says Insider
Kiefer Sherwood could be on the move. Learn how the Canucks are strategizing trades, and he could be first to go.
The Canucks have quietly invited teams to discuss their “veterans,” signaling a willingness to consider a wide range of moves without naming names. While Quinn Hughes isn’t available for now and there’s no desire to move Filip Hronek, Vancouver is open to dealing UFAs and certain players with term. They prefer NHL-ready talent over draft picks, indicating this isn’t a teardown. Kiefer Sherwood could be the first to move, while players like Tyler Myers or Conor Garland may only go for the right offer. Hughes’ future remains uncertain, with conversations expected as tensions around him continue to simmer.
“The immediate watch is Kiefer Sherwood. Excellent start, absolute heater (28.6 shooting percentage), competes hard, playoff-style skillset, salary everyone can handle. Ultimately, the Canucks will decide how fast they move, but if anyone could go quickly, it’s the feisty winger.”
Canucks president Jim Rutherford confirmed in an interview on Tuesday that Sherwood is on the trade block, as are others who are of a certain age and headed towards unrestricted free agency. The team needs to get younger, said Rutherford.
“I try not to look at it,” Sherwood said on Wednesday. “I think we just try to focus on playing and try to stay in the present. You know, I love it here, and I love this group here, and I just want to continue to take it day by day. That stuff will sort itself out. I’m just focused on trying to have a good road trip here and get a couple of wins.”
Sherwood has 12 goals in 23 games. He’s on an unreal pace, and many wonder if he’ll be able to keep up. For that reason, the Canucks might be looking to do this trade as soon as possible. The highest return will come while he’s cruising, and the narrative could change if he cools off.
Sherwood said he was hoping to sign an extension. It’s not likely to happen. “I guess it’s just part of the gig,” he noted. “I’m just grateful for the opportunity they gave me… When I signed here, I felt like it was a good opportunity for me to grow, and I’m very thankful for every opportunity that management, the team and the coaching staff have given me.”
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