Pair of Canucks identified as best valued contract: Allvin's work recognized

"Hoglander's 24 goals were impressive last year - especially when you factor in the fact he played just 12 minutes a night while sitting near the top on the Canucks in some notable advanced analytics. Hoglander should sit on the top line to start the season with J.T. Miller and Brock Boeser, so his ice time should improve in a big way in 2024-25. Hoglander played 60 games with Vancouver in 2021-22 but spent most of the following year in the AHL. So to have him bounce back and play easily the best hockey of his pro career, while still showcasing his physical side, had to impress the Canucks' brass. If he can break past the 25-goal barrier this year, he'll be set for a nice payday." Ellis said.

"Sprong has already played for five teams in his NHL career, but the past two seasons with Seattle and Detroit have been mighty impressive. He had 21 goals and 46 points for the Kraken in 2022-23 before scoring 18 goals an 43 points for the Red Wings last year. The Canucks will have one of the deepest lineups of any team Sprong has ever skated for so his opportunities might be limited compared to the past two years. But at under a million, the Canucks couldn't go wrong here adding some solids coring help. Sprong has the talent to play a top-six role on this team this year if he can put everything together." Ellis said.