Canucks’ Tyler Myers a Trade Candidate as Deadline Approaches

Vancouver Canucks defenseman Tyler Myers is sitting out Wednesday’s game against the Winnipeg Jets, a move widely interpreted as a precursor to a potential trade. The 36-year-old veteran has been the subject of trade speculation as the Canucks consider a rebuild and the March 6 trade deadline nears.

Roster Management and Trade Discussions

The Canucks announced Myers’ absence was for “roster management purposes,” a common phrase used when a player is held out of the lineup to facilitate trade discussions . Multiple reports indicate the team is fielding offers for the veteran defenseman , , .

Contract and No-Movement Clause

Myers has one year remaining on his contract with a $3 million cap hit . He currently holds a full no-movement clause, meaning he must approve any trade. However, that clause will revert to a modified 12-team no-movement list next season, potentially increasing the urgency for the Canucks to move him now to retain more control over his destination .

Canucks’ Rebuild and Myers’ Future

The Canucks are currently last in the NHL standings and have missed the playoffs in four of the last five seasons . The team is committed to a rebuild, focusing on acquiring draft picks and developing younger players. Myers himself has acknowledged the possibility of a trade and the allure of potentially joining a contender to pursue a Stanley Cup .

Myers’ Career and Potential Value

The 6-foot-8 defenseman has appeared in 57 games for the Canucks this season, registering one goal and eight points while averaging 20:30 in ice time . With 1,123 career games played and experience in deep playoff runs – including a Western Conference Final appearance with the Winnipeg Jets in 2018 – Myers could be a valuable addition to a team seeking veteran leadership and size on their blue line .

The Canucks returned to action after the 2026 Winter Olympics with the game against the Jets .