Canucks put eight years behind Zeev Buium

The $75.04 million deal begins in 2027-28.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Sep 71 min read

"He brought such an energy and leadership type quality that you really don't find in a lot of 20 year olds." #Canucks d Via @Canucks on X

What happened: General manager Ryan Johnson said the 20-year-old brought energy and leadership uncommon for his age. The extension carries a $9.38 million annual cap hit.

Why it matters: Buium’s development now stands at the center of Vancouver’s long-term blue-line plan. Johnson said the Canucks acted aggressively as the NHL contract landscape shifts.

By the numbers: Buium has 26 points on six goals and 20 assists through 76 NHL games.

What to watch: Buium’s role in the upcoming 2026-27 season will offer the next measure of the commitment before the new deal takes effect.

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@Canucks 2026-09-07T17:16:18.941740+00:00

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