Canucks Secure Rossi, Öhgren, Buium, and First-Round Pick from Wild

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Canucks Secure Rossi, Öhgren, Buium, and First-Round Pick from Wild

Vancouver Canucks have made a significant trade with the Minnesota Wild, acquiring several promising young players and a first-round draft pick. General Manager Patrik Allvin confirmed the trade, which involves sending defenseman Quinn Hughes to the Wild.

Trade Details

The Canucks received the following players from Minnesota:

Marco Rossi, Forward
Liam Öhgren, Forward
Zeev Buium, Defenseman
First-round pick in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft

Quinn Hughes Departure

The trade marks a significant move for the Canucks. Jim Rutherford, president of hockey operations, expressed gratitude towards Hughes, citing his impact both on and off the ice. Rutherford mentioned the challenges surrounding the roster and emphasized the importance of the incoming talent to Vancouver’s ongoing rebuild.

Profile of Acquired Players

Marco Rossi

The 24-year-old Rossi, a forward standing 5’9″ and weighing 182 lbs, has played 17 games this season, scoring 13 points (4 goals, 9 assists). He has averaged 18:06 minutes of ice time, with 202 career games under his belt in the NHL, totaling 114 points. Rossi has represented Austria in international competitions, making contributions to the national team at the World Junior Hockey Championship and World Championships.

Liam Öhgren

At 21 years old, Öhgren is 6’0″ and 187 lbs. He has participated in 18 games this season, collecting 5 points (3 goals, 2 assists), along with 9 games in the AHL for the Iowa Wild. The native of Stockholm has a rich international experience, securing medals in various youth championships and was selected by Minnesota in the first round of the 2022 NHL Entry Draft.

Zeev Buium

Buium, a 20-year-old defenseman, stands 6’0″ and weighs 183 lbs. He has made a mark in his recent season, playing 31 games and accumulating 14 points. His NHL debut happened during the 2024-25 Stanley Cup Playoffs, where he recorded 1 point. Buium’s accomplishments also include a successful collegiate career at the University of Denver, achieving an NCAA National Championship in 2024.

Future Draft Picks

This trade not only strengthens the Canucks’ roster but also enhances their future prospects. Vancouver now holds six selections in the 2026 NHL Draft, which includes: