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DeBrusk's Canucks Future Sealed, Says Insider
9 Sep
Summary
- Insider confirms DeBrusk's departure from Canucks is the end goal.
- DeBrusk has five years remaining on his $5.5 million per season contract.
- He signed with Vancouver in 2024, scoring a career-best 28 goals that season.
NHL Insider David Pagnotta has indicated that the "end goal" for both Jake DeBrusk and the Vancouver Canucks is a mutual separation. Pagnotta stated on the "Sekeres & Price" Podcast that Vancouver is actively seeking the right trade package to move DeBrusk.
Pagnotta noted that DeBrusk's remaining five-year contract, carrying a $5.5 million annual salary, is a factor in why a trade hasn't occurred yet. Despite being linked to multiple teams, no deal has been finalized with the Canucks' new general manager, Ryan Johnson.
DeBrusk joined the Canucks in 2024, signing a seven-year, $38.5 million deal after his tenure with the Boston Bruins. He made an immediate impact, notching a career-high 28 goals in his debut season with Vancouver, though the team did not reach the postseason.
His production saw a slight decrease in his second season, with 23 goals and 19 assists during a difficult year for the franchise. Overall, DeBrusk has amassed 189 goals and 167 assists in 628 career NHL games with the Bruins and Canucks, with an additional 27 goals and 20 assists in 86 playoff appearances.
