Vancouver Canucks are pursuing Nikolaj Ehlers

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Finnegan Frost
July 3, 2024 (1:59 PM)

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Sources have confirmed that the Vancouver Canucks are actively pursuing Winnipeg Jets forward Nikolaj Ehlers.

Nikolaj Ehlers, 28, has been the centre of attention in Jets nation for the past few weeks. Many Jets enthusiasts seem discontent at the notion of trading their beloved Danish forward, but as the offseason continues, a trade seem imminent.

The reported trade involves Canucks forward Nils Höglander or Vasily Podkolzin, as well as a 1st round NHL draft pick to be thrown into the mix as well.

The 9th overall pick in 2014, Ehlers has thrived with the Jets. Since his rookie season, Ehlers has registered or produce at a rate of 60 points per season at the very least. During the 2023-2024 season, he scored 25 goals and 61 points.

Currently earning an annual $6M, his 2024-2025 performances will be extremely determinant for his next deal. If the 28-year-old lights it up, he could be looking at a hefty raise on his next deal.

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Jets fans seem enthused at the prospect of gaining a young promising player like Nils Höglander, 23, who has seen a steady incline of production since his emergence in the league.

In 80 regular season games last year, Nils Höglander notched 12 goals and 24 assists and was a +23 rating on the ice.

Source: Canucks Daily
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