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Pettersson's Struggles Raise Questions About Canucks' Future

3/4/2026

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Elias Pettersson is struggling as the Vancouver Canucks near the trade deadline after being benched in a recent game.
He acknowledged he hasn't met expectations since signing an eight-year, $92.8 million contract two years ago.
Pettersson has 35 points in 51 games this season.
Pettersson's emotional state reflects his battle to regain his former excellence amid the team's rebuilding phase.
The future remains uncertain for both him and the Canucks.

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Elias Pettersson is struggling as the Vancouver Canucks near the trade deadline after being benched in a recent game.
He acknowledged he hasn't met expectations since signing an eight-year, $92.8 million contract two years ago.
Pettersson has 35 points in 51 games this season.
Pettersson's emotional state reflects his battle to regain his former excellence amid the team's rebuilding phase.
The future remains uncertain for both him and the Canucks.