Henrik Sedin says Canucks will not rush rebuild, backs Elias Pettersson

Pettersson led Vancouver with 51 points in 74 games last season

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Sep 31 min read

What happened: Sedin said Vancouver’s return to the playoffs depends on its drafting and how quickly prospects develop. He said Pettersson will be given every opportunity to succeed in an environment focused on hockey.

Why it matters: The Canucks went 25-49-8 in 2025-26 and missed the playoffs. Vancouver’s rebuild strategy now rests on development rather than a promised timetable.

By the numbers: Pettersson posted 15 goals and 36 assists in 74 games in 2025-26.

What to watch: Watch for Pettersson’s role and performance when training camp opens ahead of the 2026-27 season.

Sources

Yahoo NHL 2026-09-03T15:28:39.887506+00:00

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