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Breaking News - Vancouver Canucks trade former 1st round pick to the New Jersey Devils

Published March 9, 2023 at 9:14 PM
BY JOSH

The Vancouver Canucks haven't been as active as most people expected ahead of today's NHL Trade Deadline. But ahead of the 3 pm deadline, the Canucks have made a move sending former 1st round pick Curtis Lazar to the New Jersey Devils.

NJD acquire Curtis Lazar from Canucks.


The expected return for the Canucks is rumored to be a 4th round pick. Lazar has 2 years remaining on his deal with a cap hit of $1,000,000.



This move adds more depth to the Devils team who are preparing for a playoff series against the New York Rangers.

In 45 games this season Lazar has 3 goals and 2 assists for 5 points. Lazar was the 17th overall pick in the 2013 NHL Draft by the Ottawa Senators.

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