Vancouver Canucks
· 2026-06-30
The Vancouver Canucks have traded Nils Hoglander to the Nashville Predators in exchange for a 2029 third-round pick.
Hoglander's time with the Canucks ended after six seasons, with 60 goals and 120 points in 331 games.
He had a tough 2025-26 season, recording just two goals and three assists in 38 games.
The Predators announced the trade, giving Hoglander a fresh start.
The Canucks are rebuilding, and Hoglander was no longer a fit on the roster.
He was a subject of trade rumors for multiple years, and the trade was expected.
The Canucks are currently 16th in the Western Conference with a 25-49 record, on a L1 streak.
Hoglander could play on the Predators' third line, working well with Ross Colton and Jack Drury.
He could also be an option for the power play and second penalty kill unit.
Hoglander's speed and high-energy style of play make him a good fit for the Predators.
Hoglander had some ups and downs during his time with the Canucks, including a breakout 24-goal season in 2023-24.
He had trouble with consistency, but was impactful when playing at his best.
The trade gives Hoglander a chance to bounce back and regain his scoring touch.
And the Canucks can focus on rebuilding their roster.
But the trade also means the Canucks are losing a player with potential.
So the Predators are taking a low-risk, high-reward chance on Hoglander.
The Canucks will be watching to see how Hoglander performs with the Predators.