The Vancouver Canucks have traded forward Nils Hoglander to the Nashville Predators in exchange for a 2029 third-round draft pick. The transaction was announced on Monday, with Hoglander, a 25-year-old Swedish forward, moving to Nashville.
Hoglander has two seasons remaining on a three-year, $9 million contract, which carries an average annual value of $3 million. This contract was signed with the Canucks.
Hoglander’s Performance and Injury
During the most recent season, Hoglander recorded five points, consisting of two goals and three assists, across 38 games. His season began later than usual, as he did not play until December 8 following surgery for a lower-body injury. The injury occurred during a preseason game against the Calgary Flames on September 24, 2025.
In the 2023-24 campaign, Hoglander achieved career highs in goals with 24 and points with 36. This performance contributed to the Canucks winning the Pacific Division with a record of 50-23-9.
Across 331 regular-season games with the Canucks, Hoglander accumulated 120 points, with 60 goals and 60 assists. He also registered two points, including one goal and one assist, in 11 Stanley Cup Playoff games. The Canucks originally selected him in the second round (No. 40) of the 2019 NHL Draft.
Ryan Johnson, general manager for the Canucks, expressed gratitude for Hoglander‘s contributions to the team. He also highlighted the importance of acquiring another draft pick as the organization continues its efforts to build assets for its ongoing rebuild.
Predators’ Active Off-Season
The Predators have been active in the off-season, making several additions to their roster ahead of the opening of free agency. Chris MacFarland, president of hockey operations and general manager for the Predators, stated that the team is enthusiastic about adding Nils Hoglander to their lineup.
MacFarland described Hoglander as an experienced winger known for his relentless, high-energy style of play, bringing a consistent motor to the team. He also indicated that the team believes Hoglander can step into a key role.
The Predators, who finished four points behind the Los Angeles Kings for the second wild card spot in the Western Conference with a 38-34-10 record, have made several other moves. They acquired forward Jack Drury in a trade with the Colorado Avalanche on June 24 and subsequently signed him to a five-year, $22.5 million contract with a $4.5 million AAV four days later.
Additionally, forward Ross Colton was traded to Nashville by Colorado on June 16, marking the Predators‘ first significant move since MacFarland was hired from the Avalanche on June 2. Forward Adam Edstrom was also sent to the Predators by the New York Rangers on June 27.
The Canucks also made another move on Monday, acquiring forward Brendan Gallagher from the Montreal Canadiens for future considerations. This past season, the Canucks finished last in the NHL with a 25-49-8 record. The team hired Manny Malhotra as coach on June 1, replacing Adam Foote, and selected Malhotra‘s son, forward Caleb Malhotra, with the No. 3 pick in the 2026 NHL Draft. Ryan Johnson‘s hiring as GM was part of a broader regime change that also saw Daniel Sedin and Henrik Sedin become co-presidents of hockey operations.
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Source: sportsnet.ca
Ethan Brule is a Senior Hockey Writer at CasinoNews. He covered the NHL for a national Canadian outlet. He focuses on the NHL, the Maple Leafs and Team Canada and is known for clear, deadline-driven reporting. He holds a degree in Sports Media from Toronto Metropolitan University. Now based in Toronto, he plays beer-league hockey and follows the junior ranks. “Hockey in Canada is never only about the score.”
