Edmonton Oilers Trade Evander Kane to Vancouver Canucks
In a notable player exchange, the Edmonton Oilers have sent left winger Evander Kane to the Vancouver Canucks in return for a fourth-round draft choice in 2025. This trade was confirmed by both franchises on Tuesday. Kane, who has a $5.125 million cap hit for the concluding year of his contract, will have Vancouver absorbing this cost entirely, according to sources from the league.
Canucks General Manager’s Comments
Canucks general manager Patrik Allvin expressed his enthusiasm regarding the acquisition, highlighting Kane’s physicality and ability to enhance the team’s presence on the ice.
“Evander is a powerful forward who adds significant size and grit to our roster,”
Allvin remarked. He noted Kane’s capability in puck battles along the boards and said,
“He has a knack for performing well in high-pressure areas around the net and is known for his scoring prowess in the NHL. We are thrilled to welcome him back home to Vancouver, and our team is eager to collaborate with him this upcoming season.”
Kane’s Message to Fans
Kane, whose agent Dan Milstein reported interest from multiple teams, shared his gratitude with fans through a message on X, acknowledging their steadfast support during his tenure in Edmonton.
“Rogers Place was always electric, and I’m proud to have played in front of such a passionate hockey city,”
he stated, reflecting on the relationships he formed there which he values immensely.
Return to Hometown
The 33-year-old winger expressed his personal excitement about returning to Vancouver, where he competed as a teenager in the Western Hockey League with the Vancouver Giants. He expressed it as a dream to represent an organization he admired as a child, stating,
“Vancouver is a city that lives and breathes hockey, and I look forward to the chance to play in front of my hometown fans again,”
in another post on X. Despite facing an injury that sidelined him for the entirety of the 2024-25 regular season, Kane made a strong comeback during the playoffs, finishing as the team leader in goals per 60 minutes of five-on-five play with an impressive statistic of 1.12 goals.
Significance of the Trade
This trade marks a significant move for both franchises as they adjust their rosters ahead of the upcoming season and highlights Kane’s desire to play in his home city once more.
