Insider reveals the reason why the Canucks chose to re-sign Filip Hronek

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Cooper Godin
June 20, 2024 (11:17)

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The Vancouver Canucks announced some pretty big news earlier this week by signing defenceman Filip Hronek to an eight-year extension worth $7.25 million per season.

This is a big signing for the Canucks, especially when considering what Hronek brought to the table in the first half of the 2023-24 campaign. Despite a slow second half and a not-so-great performance in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, there's no doubt he'll bounce back next season.

During Thursday's DFO Podcast, Frank Seravalli shared that one of the big reasons why Hronek agreed on a long-term contract is because he has a very close bond with Quinn Hughes, with whom he was partnered for most of the 2023-24 season.

"I took an absolute beating on social media because I've been saying the contract will start with an 8. I take the L...His play in the playoffs hurt his number...There's such a tight bond with Hughes, which ultimately got it done." Seravalli said.

Seravalli also mentioned that Quinn Hughes went to Patrik Allvin and the Canucks' management group advocating to bring Filip Hronek back for 2024-25 and beyond.

"Seravalli added Hronek and Hughes want to continue to play together on the same pair.

Mentions Hughes let management know he wanted Hronek back."

In 81 games during the regular season, the Hradec Kralove, Czechia native, had 48 points (five goals, 43 assists), 38 penalty minutes and was a plus-33. However, his production was almost non-existent during the Stanley Cup Playoffs, only recording two points in 13 games. Still, it doesn't appear to be a worry for anyone in the Canucks organization.

Next year will be significant for Filip Hronek, and the Canucks are hoping he can take another step forward and be a consistent offensive contributor from the opening night right until Game 82 of the regular season and in the playoffs. Undoubtedly, he can take on a significant offensive role, especially when playing alongside captain Quinn Hughes.

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Source: The DFO Podcast
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