The buzz around Phil Kessel joining the Vancouver Canucks has been pretty intense lately, but he has a deadline looming if he wants to hit the ice for the playoffs.
According to Cap Friendly, Kessel has to ink a deal by 3 PM ET this Friday to be eligible for playoff action, whether it's with Vancouver or any other playoff-bound team. This tidbit came after Canucks Insider Rick Dhaliwal said that there's been no update on Kessel's Vancouver plans, despite the hopeful vibes.
The Phil Kessel Playoff Race: Vancouver Canucks' Deadline Dilemma
With the playoffs on the horizon, you'd think there'd be a stampede of teams vying for a three-time Stanley Cup champ like Kessel. Yet surprisingly, there's been crickets.
With the trade deadline fast approaching, it looks like Vancouver might be holding off to see if they can snag some other big fish via trade first. Yet if they can swing both a trade deal and land Phil the Thrill, watch out, because this Canucks squad could be a cup contender come playoff time in 2023-24.
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7 MARS | 338 ANSWERS Major: Unexpected Twists in Phil Kessel's Future in the League What should the Vancouver Canucks prioritize before the playoff deadline? | ||
| Signing Phil Kessel | 67 | 19.8 % |
| Get Jake Guentzel | 98 | 29 % |
| Focus on what you have | 131 | 38.8 % |
| Other | 42 | 12.4 % |
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