The Vancouver Canucks made eight deals this past year, Jim Benning living up to his “Trader Jim” expectations. But were they the right moves and have they improved the Canucks — now, soon, or ever? Let’s break down each and every move that Trader Jim made in 2015, as we recap the year for the Canucks.
Trade #1: Gustav Forsling to Chicago (Grade: B)
On January 29th, the Canucks acquired defenceman Adam Clendening from the Chicago Blackhawks in exchange for defenceman Gustav Forsling. Clendening suited up for the Canucks 17 times, recording just two assists.