With the trade deadline less than a week away, the Canucks as a buyer, seller, or bystander should be crystal clear. While their place in the standings points to this team staying put, their true status should be that of a seller.
Despite that, we’re starting to hear rumblings that the Canucks could do the opposite of being a seller.
Look, Marcus Johansson is a good player in his own right. He’s 28 years old and profiles as a solid middle-six player who can move up the lineup.
Johansson also has a spotty history with injuries and will cost assets to acquire.