Gary Mason
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Turning Point or Missed Fortune? Vancouver Canucks’ Drafting Drama Revealed
- Jake Hughes
- May 26, 2023
The 2016 NHL Draft: A Fateful Decision The 2016 NHL draft marked a turning point for the Vancouver Canucks, as they faced a critical decision with the fifth overall pick. Led by then-General Manager Jim Benning, the team chose to select Olli Juolevi, a promising defenseman from the London Knights. However, their choice meant passing […]
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