Canucks Waive Forward Arshdeep Bains
The Vancouver Canucks have made a significant roster move by placing forward Arshdeep Bains on waivers. This decision comes after a challenging season for the 24-year-old Surrey, B.C. native, who has struggled to find his footing in the NHL.
Arshdeep Bains’ Performance Overview
Bains has played 26 games this season, recording only one goal and four assists. His average ice time stands at 9:09 minutes per game. Over his three-year career with the Canucks, he has accumulated a total of two goals and four assists in 47 NHL games.
AHL Background and Recent Success
Prior to this season, Bains spent most of his time in the American Hockey League (AHL) with the Abbotsford Canucks. He achieved a notable milestone by winning the Calder Cup earlier this year. His AHL stats are impressive, showcasing 40 goals and 96 assists over 175 games.
Waiver Wire Activity
In a related note, other notable moves have occurred in the league. The St. Louis Blues claimed forward Jonatan Berggren after he was waived by the Detroit Red Wings. The 25-year-old Swedish player recorded two goals and four assists in 15 games this season and has 31 goals and 33 assists in 169 career games since being drafted 33rd overall in 2018.
- St. Louis Blues: Claimed Jonatan Berggren
- Detroit Red Wings: Waived Jonatan Berggren
- Boston Bruins: Claimed defenceman Vladislav Kolyachonok from the Dallas Stars
- Chicago Blackhawks: Goaltender Laurent Brossoit went unclaimed
As the season progresses, the Canucks’ decision to waive Arshdeep Bains highlights the competitive nature of the NHL and the challenges young players face in establishing themselves at the highest level.
