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By Jason Brough Sept 16, 2016 http://nhl.nbcsports.com/

The Vancouver Canucks scored the second-fewest goals in the NHL last season, in part because they got so little offensive push from their blue line.

So it’s no surprise that Jordan Subban has become a popular topic in Vancouver as training camp approaches. The 21-year-old defenseman had 36 points (11G, 25A) in 67 games for AHL Utica last season, his first year as a professional. It’s not out of the question that he makes his NHL debut at some point in 2016-17.

“He had a real good year last year, offensively,” Canucks president Trevor Linden said Friday on TSN 1040. “I think he’s understanding where he has to be on the defensive side of things, and just that consistency. I think bringing that consistent work level to practice, his professional habits, he took a big step last year. He’s a committed kid. He’s a hard worker. He’s a great kid.”

Linden balked when asked about Subban’s chances of getting the call up to the Canucks this season. The knock on P.K.’s younger brother has always been his size. He’s listed at just 5-9 and 178 pounds.

“When you’re undersized, you need to figure out how to defend,” said Linden. “He’s got a great opportunity to show well here in training camp, and we’ll see where he is.”

The Canucks are expected to give NHL returnee Philip Larsen the first crack at running their power play, but if he fails to get results, Subban could be a right-shot option.

Source: Jordan Subban has ‘a great opportunity’ to prove himself to Canucks

VANCOUVER, BC – DECEMBER 8, 2013: Roberto Luongo #1 and Christopher Tanev #8 of the Vancouver Canucks combine to thwart Gabriel Landeskog #92 of the Colorado Avalanche during their NHL game at Rogers Arena December 8, 2013 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Vancouver won 3-1. (Photo by Jeff Vinnick/NHLI via Getty Images)

BY LARRY SEELY Sept 10, 2016

Vancouver – There have been reports all summer on the Vancouver Canucks and their search for more offensive firepower, especially at left wing and with the start of NHL training camps just around the corner, its getting close to crunch time for the front office.

General manager Jim Benning has stated on several occasions that his squad needs help and with management failing to get that through the free agent market, a trade appears the only option at this late stage of the summer and several rumors have hit social media recently regarding their need.

Aly Dhanani of Fan Sided has made a few suggestions, both for the present and for a long-term solution to the teams plight. The deal that makes the most sense based on recent reports is Colorado Avalanche young gun Gabriel Landeskog being added.

Several sources have stated that the youngster and the Avs’ are at odds, surprisingly considering the 23-year-old is the team captain, but it now appears the front office in Colorado would like to add more experience to their front line, a move that can help them win more hockey games in 2016-17.

A potential trade would probably involve Christopher Tanev, arguably the Canucks best young defender, but adding a player that can put the puck in the net on a regular basis won’t come cheap and Landeskog has four straight years in the NHL with 20 goals or more.

A number of other players have also been linked in the last few weeks to Vancouver, including veteran Patrick Marleau of San Jose, but at 36 years of age, the Sharks winger is more of a short-term solution to a problem that will continue to haunt this club if they don’t start adding younger talent.

It makes since that this franchise wants to make a move, but its also important not to be short-sighted in making the playoffs this season and concentrate more on the foundation of the team for future success. Landeskog would be a great answer and the type of player that could help lead this squad for the next decade, even if it costs the squad a talented defender like Tanev.

Source: NHL Trade Rumors: Gabriel Landeskog to Vancouver Canucks?