Jason Brough of The Athletic: Vancouver Canucks defenseman signed a one-year deal this offseason and will be a UFA after the season.
Gudbranson could have a good season, and the Canucks could look to lock him up long-term. If he plays well, and they are not able to sign, they could look to trade him at the trade deadline.
George Richards reported this week that Florida Panthers GM tried to trade defenseman Jason Demers to the Canucks for Erik Gudbranson, but Demers used his no-trade clause and nixed the deal.
On Matt Duchene and the Colorado Avalanche …
Chris Nichols: Pierre LeBrun on TSN 1040: “I talked to a GM yesterday whose belief is that Joe Sakic is intent on keeping his price tag high and he’s willing to wait it out.