VANCOUVER, British Columbia -- First, the Vancouver Canucks had to contend with the mumps.
Now, they still have to deal with the virus -- and potential negative effects of Alex Burrows' trade Monday to the Ottawa Senators for Swedish prospect Jonathan Dahlen, 19.
Burrows had spent his entire career with the Canucks since signing as an undrafted free agent in 2005 following a rise up the minor leagues. He played prominent offensive, defensive and special teams roles.
Dahlen, who starred at the world junior tournament, has not signed an NHL contract and is not expected to join the Canucks before next season.